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This is a fascinating look at college alcohol issues as well as a comprehensive, informative text. New students will find it extremely valuable. It will also hit home for many experienced students. 
Paul Chebator: Associate Dean for Student Development, Boston College

A Guide to College Drinking: Beer, Booze and Books
  Beer, Booze and Books …a sober look at higher education 

One of the best handbooks for college students, this text contains the most important information about college drinking including types of drinks and their strength, impairment risks, addiction, recovery, academics, family issues, spring break, fraternities and sororities, impact on athletic performance and more.   Information regarding other drugs is also included. 

Hard Copy Price: 
$22.97 each plus S and H

E-Book Price: 
$12.97 E-book (Format: PDF mailed directly) 

This is a fascinating look at college alcohol issues as well as a comprehensive, informative text. New students will find it extremely valuable. It will also hit home for many experienced students. 
Paul Chebator: Associate Dean for Student Development, Boston College

Jim Matthews delivers an important and urgent message which should be read by all in the college community. It presents provocative commentary and candid voices of students across the country depicting their struggles and courage within the campus alcohol culture. Rich with insights, information and strategies, this book causes the reader to rethink personal behaviors. 
Richard T. Hage: Dean of Student Affairs, Plymouth State University

Jim Matthews has written a book about alcohol and college students that should be read by every student, faculty member, and student services professional. Utilizing the input and self-reported behaviors of hundreds of students nationwide, Matthews has written a clear, concise and challenging critique of the role alcohol plays on campus. It will help students avoid impairment due to alcohol and will make a significant difference in the perception of those who read it. I recommend it wholeheartedly! 
Will Keim, Ph.D. Educator
Author: The Education of Character: Lessons for Beginners
Intercollegiate & International Chaplain: Christian Church(Disciples of Christ) & Delta Upsilon Fraternity



 The ABCs of College Drinking…25 tips for navigating the college party scene
The ABCs of College Drinking Book Cover

College drinking is a reality for many students so for students who choose to drink, here are 25 essential tips for avoiding the problems associated with heavy drinking including drinks, drinking patterns, BAL, tolerance, impairment, low risk drinking, hangovers, etc. 

Hard Copy Price: 
$17.97 each plus S and H

E-Book Price: 
$12.97 E-book (Format: PDF mailed directly) 

Jim Matthews presents strategies that really work! Reading his books and following his information will open your eyes and change your life. 
Jonathan Sprinkles: National College Speaker of the Year, APCA
Author: You Were Born an Original, Don’t Live Like a Copy

Great book! This is a must read for all college and high school students. Jim Matthews is a man of character and integrity and truly cares about helping students! 
James Malinchak: Two time college Speaker of the Year 
Co-Author: Chicken Soup for the COLLEGE Soul and Chicken Soup for the ATHLETE'S Soul

When Jim Matthews speaks about alcohol and its use and abuse in our society, we should all listen. This 
is not a 'how to drink' book. Rather, this book provides low-risk drinking techniques for students who live in the collegiate culture. While Jim affirms the state law and a student's right not to drink, he offers tips for those who do choose to drink in an informative, research based, non-judgmental way. Each of my four children will have a copy of this book, and while I trust each of them, I WILL NOT wait until they are 21 years old to give it to them. Thank you Jim for this important work. 
Will Keim, Ph.D.: Educator
Author: The Education of Character: Lessons for Beginners
Intercollegiate & International Chaplain: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) & Delta Upsilon Fraternity




  The Parent’s Guide to College Drinking …facing the challenge together
The Parents Guide to College Drinking Book Cover

What to look for, questions to ask, who to interview and other research tips for evaluating the 
status  of  drinking  on  prospective campuses.  This parent’s how-to  includes helpful advice 
for discussing alcohol and college drinking with teens and college students. 

Hard Copy Price: 
$17.97 each plus S and H

E-Book Price: 
$12.97 E-book (Format: PDF mailed directly)









Beer, Booze and Books... a guide to college drinking


                                                                            


Jim Matthews, M.Ed.
172 Bartemus Trail
Nashua, NH 03063
603-809-3060
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