Books by
Top Shot Chris Cheng

From practical marksmanship wisdom to powerful historical fiction, Chris Cheng’s books explore courage, discipline, freedom, and the American stories that shape who we are.

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the purple heart battalion

This riveting war novel of courage in the face of racism follows Daniel Tanaka, a Japanese American (Nisei) student at UC Berkeley whose life is upended by the attack on Pearl Harbor. After being sent to an incarceration camp with his family, Daniel enlists in the Army to demonstrate his loyalty and restore his family’s honor. Assigned to the 442nd Regimental Combat Team—a segregated unit of Japanese American soldiers—Daniel and his peers overcome internal divisions and become one of the most decorated fighting units in U.S. history. His fierce experiences in combat—to kill or be killed, to watch friends die in pools of their own blood—including the rescue of the “Lost Battalion” and the liberation of Dachau, profoundly shape him. Returning home, Daniel and his family continue to face prejudice but work to rebuild their lives with resilience. Later, as a Medal of Honor recipient, Daniel shares his story with his grandson, reflecting on themes of war, identity, and forgiveness.

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shoot to win: training for the new rifle & shotgun shooter

An excellent guide for beginning shooters, Cheng focuses on the basics and ammunition of pistols, rifles, and shotguns, marksmanship fundamentals, and buying a firearm.

Additionally, Cheng covers his approach to staying calm under pressure, teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. These traits contributed to his coming out on top and staying above the fray.

With a foreword written by Top Shot season 3 champion Dustin Ellermann and an afterword written by the original Top Shot champion Iain Harrison, Shoot to Win is sure to please shooters of all stripes, but especially fans of History Channel’s program Top Shot.

Praise for 'Shoot to Win'

"Chris’ unique journey to the upper echelon of the competitive shooting world is fascinating. In Shoot to Win, Chris shares the secrets of his success and the insights on how he approaches his passion the way he does. It’s a must read if you want to improve your skill set. Take this book to the range!"

Dana Loesch

Host of the nationally syndicated radio show "The Dana Show," host of "Dana" on The Blaze, and television commentator

“Whether you’re a new gun owner or a long time competitor, Shoot to Win is a fantastic book chock full of wisdom and expertise. As someone who spends more time in a studio than at a range, I found this book to be an invaluable addition to my training."

Cam Edwards

NRA News radio host of Cam & Co. on the Sportsman Channel

“The infectious enthusiasm Chris Cheng brings to shooting, and to life, explodes from the pages of Shoot to Win. Whether suggesting which gun to buy, how to get into competitive shooting, or drawing parallels between shooting and life, Chris delivers no-nonsense advice that will benefit anyone.”

Tom Gresham

Gun Talk Radio

“Shoot to Win is an in-depth primer that serves as a gateway to shooting success. Chris explores a variety of firearm platforms, examines the shooter mindset and provides readers useful knowledge that will help them get started on their journey into shooting.”

Julie Golob

World Shooting Champion, author of SHOOT: Your Guide to Shooting Competition, and captain of Smith & Wesson’s shooting team

"Not only is he a shooting champion, Chris Cheng is an incredible inspiration. We’ve seen him on the hit television show Top Shot, but now we’re hearing and learning from Chris first hand about how he won Season 4 after teaching himself how to shoot and compete. Through personal examples and a focus on basic fundamental techniques, Chris gives shooting beginners the confidence, motivation and knowledge they need to Shoot to Win.”

Katie Pavlich

Editor, Townhall Magazine, and Fox News contributor

Books by Top Shot Chris Cheng