Can't think of any books off the top of my head, but I would study up on American slang
Glossary of American Slang
You can look up the definitions on http://www.urbandictionary.com/.
If you understand slang, TV shows and casual conversations will make so much more sense.
You can also familiarize yourself with some common American laws, 20 Civil Liberties Laws Every American Should Know.
In general, unless you want to get a head start on your academic work, I would just read novels or watch popular TV shows, American sports and Youtube videos to help you understand American culture.
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