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“Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff” debuts as Amazon’s #1 book in the U.S. this week

New Title from Viral Sensation with 56+ Million YouTube Subscribers and Over 12 Billion Views, Available Now

LOS ANGELES (June 24, 2021) – “Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff” from internet icons revered worldwide for their viral trick shot videos and epic battles, debuted in the  #1 spot on Amazon’s Best Seller List (Top 100 Books) this week. Officially out on Tuesday, June 22, the title earned its premiere ranking before it was even released.

Displaying never-before revealed tips and tricks through high-quality, captivating photos and Dude-worthy graphics, the book gives readers an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look into Dude Perfect’s favorite stunts, stats and personal lives.

The Dude Perfect team – consisting of Coby Cotton (Twin #1), Cory Cotton (Twin #2), Garrett Hilbert (The Purple Hoser), Cody Jones (The Tall Guy), and Tyler Toney (The Bearded Guy) – first gained viral fame by posting videos of the Dudes’ extraordinary basketball trick shots. Over the years, Dude Perfect has amassed a fanatical YouTube following with over 56 million subscribers and more than 12 billion views, making it one of the world’s most-subscribed YouTube channels:  www.youtube.com/user/corycotton.

For more information and assets about Dude Perfect, visit:

About Dude Perfect
Founded in 2009, Dude Perfect is a group of five former college roommates from Texas A&M University who initially made basketball trick shots for fun. Cory Cotton, Coby Cotton, Garrett Hilbert, Cody Jones, and Tyler Toney had no idea what they were getting themselves into after that first ball swished, but they believe that nothing happens by accident and are grateful that they’ve had an opportunity to make an impact on the lives of countless others all around the globe. “The Dudes,” who all call Texas home, have gone on to reach more than 55 million YouTube subscribers, sell out arena-events, and hold several Guinness World Records.

About Tommy Nelson
Tommy Nelson® is the children’s division of Thomas Nelson. As a leading provider of Christian content, Tommy Nelson publishes a wide variety of high quality, enjoyable products that are consistent with the teachings found in the Bible. Tommy Nelson’s award-winning products are designed to expand children’s imaginations and nurture their faith while inspiring them to develop a personal relationship with Jesus. For more information, visit www.tommynelson.com.

CONTACTS:
Lesley A. Burbridge, 14 PR & Entertainment Group, lesley@14PRandEntertainment.com, 310.562.0715
Natividad Lewis, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Natividad.Lewis@harpercollins.com, 931.698.9620

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