3rd Edition of Happy Hooking now live on amazon!
For Immediate Release
Contact: Alex Blackwell
White Seahorse Publishing announces the release of the
3rd edition of Happy Hooking – the Art of Anchoring.
USA
and Ireland, 13 February 2019 – White Seahorse Publishing is pleased to announce the
third, expanded edition of the best-selling book on boat anchoring, “Happy
Hooking – the Art of Anchoring”. Receiving consistent five-star reviews from
verified purchasers on Amazon, the authors and licensed captains, Alex &
Daria Blackwell, reworked and updated much of their book. This latest edition
includes new gear, new reviews, many new illustrations and much more.
“Anchoring is a subject very close to our hearts,”
says Capt. Alex Blackwell. “Not only does confidence in anchoring have
important safety implications but sitting in the cockpit on a lovely evening
anchored in a spectacularly beautiful location watching the sun set rates up
there with the most enjoyable things one can possibly do. We’re always happy to
help people achieve that dream.”
When asked why they wrote the book in the first place,
Daria explained, “We were asked by members of a prominent yacht club what we
did at night while out cruising. When we told them we anchored out, they
promptly asked us to do a talk for their membership. In due course, that
progressed to speaking in front of a packed auditorium at a major boat show.
When members of the audience approached asking to buy our book, we felt
compelled to write it.”
Asked to explain why they felt the need to bring out a
new edition of their already popular and widely acclaimed book, Alex continues,
“Even in a field as mundane (or ‘engaging’) as boat anchoring, there are always
improvements, new field tests and new manufacturers. We are always on the
lookout for the next big thing. We feel it is our responsibility to ensure
these innovations are brought to light and to keep the discussion about safety
alive.”
“There are many new sailors each year wanting to
learn what is ‘best practice’ when it comes to anchoring,” Daria adds. “There
are also lots of people using outdated or inferior equipment that for the most
part came with their boat. They struggle with the equipment and often give up
or are just too terrified to sleep well. The introduction of the scoop-type
anchors, which made anchoring ever so much easier and safer, is now already decades
old. If we can explain how to select and properly deploy various gear, we can
make a difference. We hope that, through the book and the online webinars,
we’ve helped cruisers get out there confidently and safely while achieving a
good night’s sleep.”
Happy Hooking – The Art of Anchoring is
available in print and Kindle editions at https://www.whiteseahorse.ie/publishing/HappyHooking.html or
through Amazon.com worldwide.
Independent reviews on Amazon:
Happy
Hooking is the best book on anchoring techniques and equipment I have found to
date - full of practical advice and enjoyable to read as well. Right up to date
with all the latest gear.
Anchoring
bible - A must to all sailors.
An
Essential Learning & Safety Manual. So easy to read and comprehend, full of
common-sense advice and tips. Given that personal, crew and boat safety is a
major issue in choosing an anchorage and the subsequent anchor setting, this
book is a fantastic safety manual on the subject.
Well
written and interesting, packed full of good advice. I'll keep it on board for
everyday reference. Many thanks to the authors
The book
is surprisingly readable and successfully explains many related topics very
clearly. Well recommended.
Great
Resource. Every boater should have one. Keep it on your boat. Well explained
with picture diagrams. We have bought this book for our friends who are novice
and experienced boaters.
Excellent
book which answers many questions and offers techniques for rookies and
experienced boaters alike.
An
excellent book. Very detailed and very clear. This book puts it all together
nicely and will be reassuring when you start anchoring overnight and more
often.
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