Young Baseball

Looking for an engaging book for young readers interested in baseball? Are you ready to step up to the plate and embark on an exhilarating journey through the world of baseball? Look no further! This book is the ultimate must-have for young readers who are passionate about baseball. Dive into the captivating history of the major leagues, tracing back to the roots of baseball's inception. Discover how the game has evolved over the years, from its humble beginnings to the grand stadiums of today. Curious about the responsibilities of each player on the field? Learn the ins and outs of every ...

Continuation of the wildly popular A Stupid Boy series. The A Better Man series books cover David's life in college. David is moving on to tackle college. His plan is to continue where he left off in high school. He would win a couple of national championships in football. Maybe win a college world series just for kicks. To appease his parents, he would get his degree … all while knee-deep in coeds. Then he would play both baseball and football professionally as he raked in endorsement deals. Welp. Find out how well that works out for him in the first book of a new series – Missed ...

Champion Minds is your gateway to the hallowed secrets of athletic motivation that have catapulted countless sportspeople to the pinnacle of their games. Benefit from the wisdom of the best, and tap into the reservoir of mental fortitude you need to amplify your performance.

This entertaining history blends anecdote, incident, and analysis as it chronicles the story of our national pastime. Alexander covers the advent of the first professional baseball leagues, the game’s surge in the early 20th century, the Golden 20s and the Gray 30s, the breaking of the color line in the late 40s, and the game’s expansion to its current status as a premier team sport. He describes changing playing styles and outstanding teams and personalities, but also demonstrates the many connections to society.

Ignite Your Young Reader's Imagination with Stories of Grit and Resilience – Even if They’ve Never Picked Up a Baseball Bat! Is your child curious about the legendary figures of baseball who overcame incredible odds? Do they love hearing stories that inspire courage, mental toughness, and the spirit of teamwork? Imagine the excitement they’ll feel diving into these captivating true stories of legendary baseball players whose remarkable journeys will kindle their love for the game and teach invaluable life lessons. Kids might wonder: Why did Jackie Robinson need to be so brave? How did...

Continuation of the award-winning series that has garnered over 5 million downloads. David Dawson is coming back home to the last semester of high school. The love of his life has moved away and told him that they are through. While he absorbs that, the NCAA is still a problem. But the good news is that baseball season is about to start. Join his story where our ‘stupid boy’ faces new challenges in a sexy romantic comedy with just enough sports and adventure mixed in to make it a must-read.

It’s the oldest story under the sun. Boy meets girl. Boy likes girl. Boy does anything he can to impress girl. The problem is, the girl the boy has liked since first grade may want other things, such as to date other boys. With that in the back of the boy’s mind, he has other things to worry about. He’s landed a role in a movie that is about to change everything. The boy must learn to handle the attention it brings and try to live a normal life. He still has important stuff to do, like play baseball for his high school team. Sophomore Year – Spring is sexy romantic comedy with just ...

Twelve-year-old star Little League pitcher Nick Garcia has a dream. Several in fact. He dreams he'll win this season's MVP and the chance to throw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium. He dreams he'll meet his hero, Yankees' pitcher Michael Arroyo. He dreams they'll find a cure for Lupus so he sister won't have to suffer. But mostly, he dreams one day his family can stop living in fear of the government. For one kid, it's almost too much to bear.

Books 1-4 in the heartwarming and hilarious “Winning Sarah’s Heart” series for young readers. Follow Cody Greer as he faces the challenges of first love and growing up. For fans of The Wonder Years, Boy Meets World, and Freaks and Geeks. LOOKING GOOD, CODY GREER (Book 1) Cody Greer has made it. He’s finally in the sixth grade and king of the world. Or, at least, king of his school. Cody has a lot going for him but has only one thing on his mind―winning the heart of the new girl in school, Sarah Davis. But who knew that the sixth grade could be so much work? Almost immediately, ...

From his first day at boarding school, Toyo Shimada sees how upperclassmen make a sport out of terrorizing the first-years. Still, he's taken aback when the seniors keep him from trying out for the baseball team, especially after he sees their current shortstop. Toyo isn't afraid to prove himself; He's more troubled by his uncle's recent suicide. Although Uncle Koji's defiant death was supposedly heroic, it has made Toyo question many things about his family's samurai background.

Low broke Cage’s heart by getting with Marcus in Because of Low. Cage went into a tailspin that ended in a DUI. In order to salvage his baseball scholarship - the one thing he truly valued besides Low - Cage must take a summer job. At a farm. Away from Sea Breeze. With lots of cows, but no hot girls. Maybe that’s what Cage needs to get back on track. But wait - there’s that hostile daughter of the farm boss. She’s pretty and occasionally sweet, and there seems to be a lot of sadness and mystery behind her anger.

Jim Thorpe was one of the greatest athletes who ever lived. He played professional football, major league baseball, and won Olympic gold medals in track and field. But his life wasn't an easy one. Born on the Sac and Fox Reservation in 1887, he encountered much family tragedy, and was sent as a young boy to various Indian boarding schools: strict, cold institutions that didn't allow their students to hold on to their Native American languages and traditions.

The finale of the award-winning series that has garnered over 5 million downloads. Senior year is coming to a close, and David and his friends plan to go out with a bang. Join the conclusion as our ‘stupid boy’ faces new challenges in a sexy romantic comedy with just enough sports and adventure mixed in to make it a must-read.

If she can’t stay away from Blake, she could lose her job. When Elise is caught kissing relief pitcher Blake Rygs in the physical therapy room, she's placed on probation. The only problem is that Blake is everywhere, and it doesn’t take long before he’s worked his way into her family’s hearts by loading groceries, crashing birthday parties, and changing flat tires. The more she learns about Blake, the harder it is to stick to the “no dating” rule. Can she walk away from the career she’s always dreamed of to have the man of her dreams, or will the rule be a permanent delay of ...

Set in rural Michigan in the mid-1960s, when life was simpler and less chaotic, Major League Dreams follows the lives of two inseparable twelve-year-old boys, Hank and Richie, as they navigate the hardships of growing up in a world that seems determined to hold them back. Hank is an American Indian who is a towering, gifted athlete with an unwavering passion for baseball. He dreams of playing Major League Baseball. But his home life is anything but supportive. His father, a hardened World War II veteran and alcoholic, sees no future in baseball and expects Hank to work in the grueling labor...

Third book of the epic coming-of-age series: A Stupid Boy Story. David Dawson is at an all-time low … it wasn’t the way this kind of story was supposed to go. The girl he thought he was in love with dumped him. A church ski trip resulted in disaster when an avalanche trapped him in a cabin and everyone thought he was dead. His mom has had to go to California for experimental cancer treatment. Could things get worse? Will his family and friends rally around him? Will his love for baseball be his salvation? Join David and his friends as they discover the joys of life while they are at ...

If you like faith-based stories that offer insight and perspective on life's most challenging trials, then this novella is for you. A.J. Maxwell lives a quiet life in Michigan with his parents. In other words, he is a typical high school senior living a typical teen’s life. Suddenly, A.J.'s life is flipped upside down. Just like Job in the Bible's Old Testament, A.J. is faced with life's harshest battles -- physically, emotionally and spiritually. A.J.'s faith is put to the test through his struggles. How will adversity change him? And how will it impact his relationship with God? Chris's...

Hi! My name is Lucas Anderson, and moving to Pinewood was a big change for me—not the good kind either. Everything seemed to be going wrong…until I discovered baseball. The game brought new challenges, but I wasn’t alone. Dad, a former Navy SEAL, taught me to be brave and keep trying no matter what. And Mom (a genius) was always there, teaching me tricks to level up.

Are you tired of watching your young athlete struggle under pressure or lose confidence after setbacks? The difference between those who thrive under stress and those who crumble isn’t raw talent—it’s mental toughness and discipline. This audiobook isn’t another shallow pep-talk or rehashed list of clichés. It’s a down-to-earth, actionable playbook packed with real exercises, relatable stories, and proven strategies for competitive young athletes.

On and off the field, Jackie Robinson never backed down from a challenge. The baseball legend broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947, changing the sport forever. It was eight years later that a photo of him stealing home during the 1955 World Series became one of the most famous images from his historic career. The iconic photo of his daring base running seemed to sum up the way Robinson lived his life. He acted on his own, doing what he thought was right. He took risks. He used his talents the best way he knew how. And he made baseball - and the world - a better place.