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For the Love of the Show II: More Stories from Pro Wrestling Fans

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Report copyright infringementby Jeremy Housewright (Author)We all know the stories of several professional wrestlers. But, what about pro wrestling fans? Read the stories of the fans, as they talk about their love pro wrestling and how it has changed their lives. This time around in For the Love of the Show II, read about The Wrestling Club, a group of students from New York, who along with their teacher, have started a club dedicated to watching, studying, and talking about pro wrestling. Al...

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Report copyright infringementby Cindy Cherry (Author)Don Cherry is one of the most well-known Canadians and also one of the most controversial, known for his outspoken opinions on hockey, politics and any number of topics. On Remembrance Day, November 11, 2019, it all came to an end. However, there's more to Don Cherry than ex-hockey player, coach and broadcaster, which his critics tend to ignore, and who better to share his story than his daughter? Writing from a privileged insider's perspec...

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Melvin (Author)Many of us are in dire need of relief, and sometimes we search for something good-natured, random, and joyous to lift our spirits and put a smile on our faces. This is what The Adventures of a Florida Boy is all about. This short and sweet memoir will make you laugh and feel happy in that stomach-warming way that fond memories tend to inspire.Jim Melvin's boyhood was spent in Florida in the 1960s on an island called Coquina Key. His parents' ...

Today: Turning Your Passion Into Your Profession

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Report copyright infringementby Billy Horton (Author)In this amazingly thoughtful and authentic book, Billy Horton openly shares his life story in hopes of inspiring anyone with a special passion to make it their profession.In Billy's words, "Many things happen on our journey into a career choice. Life is a series of experiences that help define who we are and who we will become. Along the way we make decisions and determine if the risk involved is worth the reward in the end. I believe we ar...

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Report copyright infringementby Grant Rolley (Author)Success. Addiction. Redemption. Life is Best Served Sober is Grant Rolley's powerful true story of chasing dreams, hitting rock bottom, and rebuilding a life worth living.Growing up in a small town, Grant had the talent and drive to make it big. His journey took him to championship tennis courts, but behind the wins, addiction was taking hold. What started as celebration spiraled into self-destruction, testing his relationships, career, and...

The 2005 World Champion Chicago White Sox: Grinders and Gamers

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Conrad (Editor), Mark Morowczynski (Editor), Don Zminda (Editor)The 2005 World Champion Chicago White Sox: Grinders and Gamers, published on the twentieth anniversary of the team's historic World Series victory, celebrates the club that broke "the curse of the Black Sox" to finally bring the White Sox a championship after an 87-year drought. Featuring biographies of every player on the club's roster in 2005-from the big stars like Paul Konerko and Mark Bue...

The Days of Gold: Pulaski County Cougar Football

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Report copyright infringementby Mason Clark (Author)Football has a long history in Pulaski County.There was once a time when the Dublin Dukes and Pulaski Orioles were among the best teams in the area. But some were surprised in the late 1960's to hear that soon, the two schools would no longer exist and that there would soon be a single high school in the county. Some feared that the bitter rivalry would be too much to overcome. And at first, it looked like they may be right as the new time, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Patrick Kelly (Author)Preserving a Legacy - K-State's Wrestling ProgramFor over 50 years, Kansas State University offered a wrestling program that became the state's flagship at the collegiate level. However, K-State wrestling has now been dormant for half a century. K-State's Wrestling Legacy gives readers a comprehensive look at the program's history and connects it to the sport's growth in the Sunflower State and its national influence."I competed against Ka...

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Report copyright infringementby Scott Whisnant (Author)For millions who grew up in ACC territory humming "Sail With The Pilot" and distilling their self-worth down to a three-day tournament in Greensboro, Tar Heel Bred will serve as a warm, poignant and humorous recollection of what it meant to have life milestones marked by North Carolina basketball. Reformed sportswriter Scott Whisnant traces how his fandom guided him through theological crises, awkward puberty, family discord, racial awake...

The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors - Hardcover

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by Tony Jones (Author)"I have read a lot of books in my life, but never one like this... this captivating memoir will take you places you might never have gone on your own: into the elemental mysteries of life, death, creatureliness, and divinity with someone who has turned from the orderliness of religion to find salvation in the God of the Wild. I'm glad I went." --Barbara Brown Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Leaving Church and Learning to Walk in the DarkA pastor walks out o...

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Report copyright infringementby Evin B. Hartsell (Author)This is a must read for everyone who wants an unvarnished view of muscular dystrophy from a participants perspective. Evin clearly talks about his care-providers, and what it felt like to be bathed, clothed, and fed on a continually basis. Being confined to a wheelchair did not slow Evin down. Come inside and take a glimpse at Evin's life in his Abled In A Disabled World. Number of Pages: 230 Dimensions: 0.6 x...

Lionel Messi: A Biography of the Argentine Superstar (The Secrets and Skills of the Best Player in the World)

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Report copyright infringementby Jose Montgomery (Author)How unlikely does it seem that a young man of diminutive stature, nicknamed The Flea, would become the best and most intimidating soccer player in the world? Lionel Messi caught the world's eye as the main force behind what became the powerhouse that is FC Barcelona. He has led them to more titles than they ever earned before and earned himself the Best Player in the World trophy more times than any other player. Few players have ever ac...

The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Belichick (Author)"Coach Belichick brought out the best in me. His book will do the same for you." --Tom Brady - "This book shares the valuable lessons about excellence and leadership that Coach Belichick has learned." --Michael Jordan - "Powerful, insightful, and remarkably personal, The Art of Winning is a playbook for life." --Admiral William H. McRaven, US Navy (Retired) - "Invaluable for anyone trying to succeed in any aspect of life. I urge you to r...

The Last of His Kind: Clayton Kershaw and the Burden of Greatness

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Report copyright infringementby Andy McCullough (Author)The definitive biography of Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw, examining the genesis of his brilliance, his epic quest to win the World Series, and his singular place within the evolving baseball landscape--based on exclusive interviews with Kershaw and more than 200 others. Now in paperback with a new Epilogue. More than any baseball player of his generation, Clayton Kershaw has embodied the burden of athletic greatness, the prizes and peril...

The Pitbull Unleashed: The Gary Wolf Story.

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Report copyright infringementby Gary Wolf (Author), Kevin C. Davison (Author)From the shores of South Jersey to the green hills of New Zealand, Gary Wolf has lived a life like few others. When he made the decision to attend the legendary Larry Sharpe's Monster Factory, he was taking his first steps into the wild world of professional wrestling. Over the course of a thirty plus year career, Gary has seen the world, worked against legends in the industry, and re-invented himself to remain relev...

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Report copyright infringementby Martin Gitlin (Author) In The 50 Greatest Athletes in Boston Sports History, Martin Gitlin ranks the top 50 superstars in Boston's rich sports history with legends like Tom Brady, Bill Russell, Bobby Orr, Ted Williams, and Larry Bird. Author BiographyMartin Gitlin is a veteran author and sportswriter. He has had about 150 books published since 2006, including The Ultimate Boston Red Sox Time Machine Book (Lyons Press). His Great American Cereal Book soared to N...

Never Quit: How One Man Overcame Adversity to Become America's Greatest Miler

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Report copyright infringementby Robert B. Gregg (Editor), Cindy Cunningham (With), Jim Ryun (Foreword by)The inspiring story of the faith, determination, and courage of an extraordinary American athleteGlenn Cunningham (1909-1988), a world-champion middle-distance runner, is considered by many the best American miler of all time. When Cunningham was seven, a fire in his school in Rolla, Kansas, left him so badly burned he was never expected to walk again. Doctors feared infection and wanted t...

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Report copyright infringementby Aaron Robert Parthemer (Author)How do you rise when life dares you to fall? In Never Stay Down, Aaron Parthemer Sr. unfolds a breathtaking tale of grit, guts, and glory. From a small-town Ohio boy shaken by his father's death to a South Florida financial star managing NFL fortunes, Aaron soared-until bankruptcy and SEC storms stripped it all away. But where others saw ruin, he saw a chance to rebuild. This memoir isn't just a story-it's a rally cry. With unfilt...

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Report copyright infringementby Eric M. Esquivel (Author), Diego Magno (Artist)Tony "The Birdman" Hawk finally has his own comic! And it's about dang time. Nobody alive has done more to bring both the art of skateboarding to the masses. Whetheryou know him from The X-Games or your X-Box, you'll find something to love in FAME: TONY HAWK! Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.05 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN Publication Date: May 07, 2025

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Report copyright infringementby Robin Donovan (Author)Many race drivers aspire to compete in the world's most celebrated sports car race, the legendary Le Mans 24 hours. Few make it. In the 80's and 90's, when Le Mans was still a very dangerous place, Robin Donovan was one of only a handful of drivers to participate in this demanding race an outstanding 14 times.Enduring as many misadventures as adventures enroute, Robin describes his unconventional journey to achieve his personal goal; to co...

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Report copyright infringementby Eric M. Esquivel (Author), Diego Magno (Author)*FAME: John Cena* takes readers on an inspiring journey through the life of the multifaceted superstar. From his humble beginnings in West Newbury, Massachusetts, to becoming a WWE icon, Hollywood actor, and philanthropist, this comic explores the grit, determination, and resilience that define Cena. Discover how his unmatched work ethic propelled him to 16 World Championships, his impact beyond the ring with roles...

Super Mario: Meet Mario! (Nintendo(r)) - Paperback

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by Malcolm Shealy (Author), Random House (Illustrator)Power up your child's reading with Mario, Luigi and their friends in the Super MarioTM first-ever Step into Reading level reader! Nintendo and Super Mario fans ages 5-8 will love to meet Mario, Luigi, and all their friends and foes in this Step 3 Step into Reading level reader. Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own. Mario first appeared in 198...

My Weird School: Teamwork Trouble - Paperback

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by Dan Gutman (Author), Jim Paillot (Illustrator)This is a fun Level Two I Can Read book based on Dan Gutman's My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million books Join the gang from Ella Mentry School in this hilarious, hijinks-filled sports story as they show young readers why they attend the weirdest--and most fun --school around.With help from Coach Deen, Ryan wants to form a sports team with A.J. and Andrea, but it's for one of the weirdest sports there is: curling Will the...

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Report copyright infringementby Hollis Crocker (Author)There's much more to be gained than just an animal, on a hunt. Do you know how to find it?With a lifetime of bowhunting in his back pocket, author Hollis Crocker has a thing or two to say about what he's picked up along the way.Hint: it's not just getting a trophy animal (though he has those, too).Instead, it's the multitude of memories he's made in the hunts he's been a part of. From local, small groups to expeditions in western states a...

Gorge: My Journey Up Kilimanjaro at 300 Pounds

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Report copyright infringementby Kara Richardson Whitely (Author)The inspiring memoir of a plus-size woman who summited Kilimanjaro while overcoming fat prejudice and her own demons -- "I was moved and inspired by every page of this beautiful book" (Cheryl Strayed) Kara Richardson Whitely was determined to reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. But she struggled with each step -- with the grueling conditions on the steep mountainside, with the 300-pound weight of her own body, and with her food...

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Report copyright infringementby Translator Josef Solc (Author)Milos Solc was a great example. He was not only a noble, diligent, honest, and well educated man but also an exceptional sportsman and an especially great tennis player.He represented our country well while he played in many professional tournaments abroad. He played against the best tennis players of his time like Bill Tilden and Karel Kozeluh. His greatest years were before the 1950s when tennis was not sidelined by the communist...

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Report copyright infringementby Tim Philpot (Author)In 1959, Ford Philpot brought every ounce of his down-home, tent-revival charm to television's fertile ground and became the first true TV evangelist, telling The Story of Jesus to every household with a screen and a pair of dusty rabbit ears. But once the cameras stopped rolling, Ford knew just where he would go next: the golf course. In this delightful memoir of his father, Ford's son Tim spins tales of the man's sometimes profound, someti...

Perfect: Don Larsen's Miraculous World Series Game and the Men Who Made it Happen

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Report copyright infringementby Lew Paper (Author)"Perfect captures our hearts as it carries us back to the golden age of baseball and the more innocent world of the 1950s."--Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning Author of The Bully Pulpit On October 8, 1956, New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen took the mound for game five of the World Series against the rival Brooklyn Dodgers. In an improbable performance that the New York Times called "the greatest moment in the history of the Fall ...

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Report copyright infringementby George Plimpton (Author), Rick Reilly (Foreword by)George Plimpton chronicles his month spent on the PGA tour in The Bogey Man, repackaged and including a foreword by Rick Reilly and never-before-seen content from the Plimpton Archives. What happens when a weekend athlete -- of average skill at best -- joins the professional golf circuit? George Plimpton, one of the finest participatory sports journalists, spent a month of self-imposed torture on the tour to f...

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Report copyright infringementby Lorian Hemingway (Author)From catfishing in Mississippi as a young girl to battling marlin in the Caribbean, Lorian Hemingway has always felt most comfortable with a fishing pole in hand. But for many years, it was alcohol that held prominence in her life, almost causing her to drown in the family legacy. Walk on Water is Lorian Hemingway's amazing story of how her one true passion-fishing-saved her life. With humor and startling honesty, Hemingway wryly acknow...

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Report copyright infringementby Celia T. Collins (Author), Sheeba Lee (Illustrator)Diagnosed with Epilepsy at a young age she was left very confused and worried will she be ok. As scary as the new word is she worried about the future. Trying to navigate and understand what's happening. From doctors appointments, attempting to have a normal childhood, and with all these new restrictions. But with the love of her family, the support of her husband, and a new outlook on life she is able to lead ...

Behind The Riser: Over 30 years of Bowhunting and Archery Stories

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Grippa (Author)One universal truth I have learned over the years is that we archers and bowhunters love a good story. I am no different. Behind The Riser is a book of stories that I have accumulated over thirty years of bowhunting and competitive archery. I start with what first sparked my interest in archery, and how at an early age my father got me into hunting, to transitioning into a bowhunter, as well as how I became a competitive archer.These stories...