“This book will appeal not only to sports fans who want to learn more about their heroes, but also for those seeking a better understanding of why sports matter in making the world a better place.” — Library Journal
“Blake’s new book offers examples of the power of sports to unify...Blake is using his platform to educate, inspire positive change, and support athletes who are committed to acting on their views and attempting to make a difference.” — Booklist
“Ways of Grace displays not only [James Blake’s] character, but that of all of the athletes who have advocated for causes of social justice. This book reminds us all of the power of sports.” — Venus Williams
“James Blake offers a long-overdue and remarkably thoughtful look at the contributions that professional athletes from across sports have made to improve their corner of the world by using their voices no matter the risk.” — Barry Scheck, founder of the Innocence Project
“In Ways of Grace, [James Blake] proves the vital role athletes have played in furthering discussion around society’s most pressing issues. It is an inspiring and important work.” — John McEnroe
“Writing with poise and heart, James Blake gives us a timely look at how athletes have used their voices to stand up for what’s right...The stories in Ways of Grace offer important messages of hope…and demonstrate that sports have always been…an important vehicle for healing our divisions.” — Marc Lasry, co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks
“’Ways of Grace’ came to life soon after Blake’s false and rather brutal arrest...[Blake’s] approach was to study the lives of many athletes…Along the way he also seeks to sort out his own quest to balance life as an athlete with the desire to make a difference.” — San Francisco Chronicle