Best Skateboarding Books of 2025

The Ninja Life Hacks Emotions and Feelings 8 Book Box Set is a collection of fun and witty books geared towards children aged 3-11+. The set includes books on anger, positivity, laziness, and more, all designed to help children learn valuable life skills. The characters are relatable and easy for young readers to understand, making it an excellent resource for parents, educators, and teachers. Overall, this book set is an empowering tool that promotes a growth mindset, cultivates self-confidence, and prepares children for life's challenges.

Ed Templeton’s Wires Crossed is a fascinating memoir that captures the essence of the punk-infused subculture of skateboarding in the 1990s and early 2000s. The book is a mix of Templeton's personal journey as an image maker, previously unpublished photographs, collages, texts, and interviews with fellow pro-skaters. The result is a comprehensive insider's look at the skate world and the unique aesthetic that sprang from it. While the book doesn't fully delve into what makes a skater tick, it's still a great time capsule of a certain era in skateboarding. Wires Crossed is a must-read for anyone interested in the subculture of skateboarding and its evolution over the years.

If you're a kid between the ages of 8-12 and love skateboarding or want to learn some new tricks, then the book "Skateboard Tricks: Step By Step Instructions & Videos To Help You Land Your Next Trick!" is perfect for you. This book offers a comprehensive guide to learn dozens of incredible skateboard tricks with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and explanatory shots. You will learn basic and advanced skateboarding tricks, awesome flip tricks, grab tricks, air tricks, slide tricks, and ramp tricks. The book also includes guidelines on skateboard safety. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for kids who want to impress their friends with their new skateboarding skills.

'93 til: A Photographic Journey Through Skateboarding in the 1990s is a captivating collection of photographs, quotes, and anecdotes that transport the reader to a time when skateboarding was searching for an identity. The book features never-before-seen images from the golden era of skateboarding, the 1990s, when street skating was coming of age and aligning itself with hip-hop culture. The book includes portraits, candid moments, and action shots, along with quotes and anecdotes from legends like Tony Hawk, Arto Saari, and Jamie Thomas. Overall, this book is a must-read for skateboarding enthusiasts and anyone interested in sports photography books.

Silver. Skate. Seventies. is a never-before-published collection of black-and-white photographs by Hugh Holland, showcasing the burgeoning culture of skateboarding in Southern California during the 1970s. From suburban backyard haunts to the asphalt streets that connected them, this book captures the origins of skateboarding lifestyle and culture. The photographs document young skateboarders sidewalk surfing off Mulholland Drive and empty swimming pools in a drought-ridden Southern California. The book is a gorgeous tribute to the momentary sense of freedom from gravity, just before skateboarding rocketed into the cultural stratosphere.

'Locals Only: California Skateboarding 1975-1978' by Hugh Holland is a stunning collection of over 120 color images that capture the essence of Southern California's skateboarding culture during the mid-70s. From empty swimming pools to suburban streets, Holland's camera immortalizes the bleached blonde hair, tanned bodies, tube socks, and Vans of the legendary Dogtown and Z-Boys skateboarders. The book also includes a Q&A interview with the artist. Overall, 'Locals Only' is a nostalgic celebration of youth, perfectly encapsulating the grace, athleticism, and exuberance of a bygone era in skateboarding history.

The book "Four Wheels and a Board: The Smithsonian History of Skateboarding" is a visually stunning volume that captures the creative, controversial, and vibrant history of skateboarding. It features contributions from influential names in the game, including Rodney Mullen, Tony Hawk, Mimi Knoop, and more. The book covers the evolution of skateboarding from the '60s to present day and sheds light on topics such as race, gender, queerness, and the displacement of Native people. Overall, "Four Wheels and a Board" is a fresh and transformative look at skateboarding culture and is guaranteed to spark interest with a wide range of readers.

The Mutt: How to Skateboard and Not Kill Yourself is a gripping memoir by former freestyle world champion Rodney Mullen. Mullen shares his life story, from winning 35 world titles in less than five years to the conflict with his father, who disapproved of his love for skating. After promising to quit for good, Mullen eventually broke free and used his freestyle background to usher in a new era of street skating. Today, he is more popular than ever, and his videos are among the most popular in the skateboarding world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in skateboarding or personal triumph over adversity.

PUSH: J. Grant Brittain - ‘80s Skateboarding Photography showcases the remarkable photographic skills of J. Grant Brittain, one of the most renowned skateboard photographers. The book features a collection of dynamic images from the analog era that display Brittain's mastery of the craft. The photographs were taken during his early period as a photographer in the 1980s, and they capture the essence of California skateboarding culture. The book also includes a foreword by Tony Hawk and an introduction by Miki Vuckovich, making it a must-read for all skateboarding enthusiasts. Overall, PUSH is a captivating and unique book that highlights the beauty and thrill of skateboarding.

1000 Skateboards is a definitive collection of the world's most iconic skateboard designs, complete with history, engineering, collectability, sports, and pop culture trivia. The book profiles 1,000 boards from old-school classics to the latest innovations, covering over seventy years of brands and designers. Broken down into categories based on deck shape and neck size, as well as individual brands, uses, and skill levels, this is a must-have for diehard fans and a perfect introduction for anyone just getting into skateboard culture. Mackenzie Eisenhour's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable addition to any skateboard enthusiast's library.