Olympic Boy

The #1 New York Times–bestselling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, the inspiration for the PBS documentary The Boys of '36, broadcast to coincide with the 2016 Summer Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the boys' gold medal race. For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths...

Books 9–16 of the New York Times bestselling Magic Tree House series! These eight titles are the perfect gift for a Magic Tree House fan or any child who loves a good adventure. Parents, teachers, and librarians hail the chapter-book series as a tool to promote reading, as even the most...

Soon to be a major motion picture directed by George Clooney The #1 New York Times bestseller freshly adapted for the next generation. Inspiration for the PBS American Experience Documentary 'The Boys of '36' For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Great Depression comes the...

Once upon a time, they taught us to believe. They were the 1980 US Olympic hockey team, a blue-collar bunch led by an unconventional coach, and they engineered perhaps the greatest sports moment of the 20th century. Their "Miracle on Ice" has become a national fairy tale, but the real Cinderella story is even more remarkable. It is a legacy of hope, hard work, and homegrown triumph. It is a chronicle of everyday heroes who just wanted to play hockey happily ever after.

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD! Discover what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world.” Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive adventure featuring Mr. Lemoncello’s first-ever Library Olympics! From the co-author of...

Discover what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world” in the New York Times bestselling, award-winning Mr. Lemoncello’s Library series! "A worthy successor to . . . Willy Wonka." —Booklist, starred review LISTEN to the books, PLAY the games, and SOLVE the puzzles in...

Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track-and-field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible; it is about faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help save thousands...

A hockey player and a former figure skater get a second chance at love in this hot sports romance from a USA Today bestselling author, perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Elle Kennedy, and Grace Reilly. Zoe Carson, former figure skating queen, needs a fresh start as a hockey skating coach. An NHL...

The New York Times bestselling inspirational story of impoverished children who transformed themselves into world-class swimmers. "A brightly told story of the triumph of underdogs ... exuberant, well-researched ... tense, vivid, and inspiring." ―Kirkus Reviews In 1937, a schoolteacher on the...

The true story of a high school cross country team that went from obscurity to becoming the fastest squad the country, and perhaps the world, has ever seen, called “inspiring and entertaining” (Jerry Schumacher) and “a deliciously rich tale” (Neal Bascomb). When Sean Brosnan arrived at...

What if a history project sent you back in time... to compete in the very first Olympics? When best friends Jax, Marcus, and Devin accidentally activate a mysterious time-travel device, they're hurled nearly 3,000 years into the past—landing in ancient Olympia just days before the first Olympic Games in 776 BCE. Mistaken for athletes from a distant land, the three friends have no choice but to train for and run in the legendary stadion race. But when they uncover a sinister cheating plot that threatens to destroy everything the Games stand for, they must decide: stay hidden and stay safe,...

No girls allowed at the Olympic Games! That's the rule when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to ancient Greece. But when Annie tells Jack to go to the games without her, he knows she's up to something. Will Annie find a way to see the games?...

The Boys in the Boat. Gonzaga University basketball. College football. Pacific Northwest sports journalism. Without George Varnell, none of these things would likely be thought of the same way today. "A marvelous job of unveiling the rich and intriguing tapestry of George Varnell's life." - Daniel James Brown, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Boys in the Boat From the Publisher George Varnell's story once was stored in bits and pieces of bits and bytes-online mentions in newspaper articles, on sports websites, and in digitized archives of the many universities whose athletic ...

In the heat of the summer, these sizzling playboy athletes are looking to score! But all that training and dedication never prepared them for what they’ll really encounter at the summer games: a shot at love. Will these players—on and off the court—stay out of bounds, or risk falling in love for the ultimate victory? Brooklyn As the only female cop at our station, I pride myself on doing my part to keep my small-town free from crime. My friends tell me I’ve always had a pure heart and I’m happy with a reputation like that. But sometimes living life by the rules tends to be a ...

Did you know BEARS can play ice hockey? Have you heard about the fan who once tossed a REAL LEOPARD SHARK onto the rink? Get ready to uncover the most surprising facts that hockey has to offer! Packed with extraordinary, forgotten stories, this book is a treasure trove of astonishing hockey information. It will leave young readers wide-eyed and full of new knowledge about their favorite sport! Here’s a sneak peek of what hockey fans will find inside the book: – 501 Ice Hockey Facts: The ultimate collection of jaw-dropping, hilarious, and mind-blowing trivia! – Over 75+ Expressive and ...

*"Rivaling the nonfiction works of Steve Sheinkin and Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat....Even readers who don't appreciate sports will find this story a page-turner." --School Library Connection (starred review) "An insightful, gripping account of basketball and bias." --Kirkus...

Looking for the Perfect Book to Inspire and Educate Your Young Sports Enthusiast? Want your child or teen to soak up grit, resilience, and the power of dreams from the greatest Olympic champions — while enjoying a fun, motivational listen? Look no further! This book brings together inspiring true stories, amazing facts, and a fantastic introduction to the spirit of the Olympic Games. Inside this book, you'll find: The Greatest Show on Earth: Start with a fascinating look at the origins of the Olympics, the meaning behind the rings, and epic traditions like the torch relay.

Bloomsbury presents… The Birth of Breaking by Serouj "Midus" Aprahamian read by Greg Lockett The untold story of how breaking – one of the most widely practiced dance forms in the world today – began as a distinctly African American expression in the Bronx, New York, during the 1970s...

Grab your skis, ice skates, and snowboard and learn how the Winter Olympic Games became a worldwide phenomenal event watched by millions. Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until 1924. The event...

Naked athletes, an olive-wreath grand prize, and a marathon "winner" who rode in a car — the Olympics like you've never heard them. Forget the highlight reel. Olympic Tales is a treasure chest of the strangest, funniest, and most jaw-dropping facts, secrets, and scandals from nearly 3,000 years of the Games — from Ancient Greece all the way to today. Perfect for curious kids ages 8–12, and a fun countdown read before the Olympics come to Los Angeles in 2028. Did you know… Ancient Greek athletes competed completely naked — and the prize wasn't gold but a wreath of wild olive leaves...