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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
$30.00 USD
$30.00 USD
Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
$31.00 USD
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  • It's Only Drowning: A True Story of Learning to Surf and the Pursuit of Common Ground by Litt, David
    It's Only Drowning: A True Story of Learning to Surf and the Pursuit of Common Ground
    Author: David LittPublisher: Thorndike Press Large PrintPublished: 07/30/2025Pages: 1Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbsSize: 8.60h x 5.70w x 0.90dISBN: 9781420526325
    $60.15 USD
    $60.15 USD
  • Into the Storm: Inspired by the true story of the Half Moon and her only survivor by Palmer, Jamie Kay
    Into the Storm: Inspired by the true story of the Half Moon and her only survivor
    ONCE THE MOST TALKED-ABOUT tragedy on the waters of Green Bay, this nearly forgotten story is powerfully retold in Palmer's historical novel, Into the Storm. Set against the backdrop of World War II-era Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, the book recounts the life, struggles, and successes...
    $25.00 USD
    $25.00 USD
  • Game Day Soccer: An Interactive Sports Story by Terrell, Brandon
    Game Day Soccer: An Interactive Sports Story
    Time to get on the soccer field! Your team is up against a mighty opponent, and your choices can mean the difference between a triumphant victory and a heartbreaking loss. Will you charge up the field with the ball yourself or pass it? Will...
    $9.99 USD
    $9.99 USD
  • Forty Million Dollar Slaves: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Black Athlete by Rhoden, William C.
    Forty Million Dollar Slaves: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Black Athlete
    NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "An explosive and absorbing discussion of race, politics, and the history of American sports."--Ebony From Jackie Robinson to Muhammad Ali and Arthur Ashe, African American athletes have been at the center of modern culture, their on-the-field heroics admired and...
    $19.00 USD
    $19.00 USD
  • Fly-Fishing for Bonefish by Fernandez, Chico
    Fly-Fishing for Bonefish
    The silvery bonefish is the holy grail of flats fishing. Its speed and chameleonlike color make it a challenge to catch. This book covers finding bonefish from a skiff and while wading. Details on the bonefish's environment and its food provide the background, and...
    $55.33 USD
    $55.33 USD
  • Faster: How a Jewish Driver, an American Heiress, and a Legendary Car Beat Hitler's Best by Bascomb, Neal
    Faster: How a Jewish Driver, an American Heiress, and a Legendary Car Beat Hitler's Best
    Winner of the Motor Press Guild Best Book of the Year Award & Dean Batchelor Award for Excellence in Automotive Journalism For fans of The Boys in the Boat and In the Garden of Beasts, a pulse-pounding tale of triumph by an improbable team...
    $18.99 USD
    $18.99 USD
  • Delavier's Stretching Anatomy by Delavier, Frederic
    Delavier's Stretching Anatomy
    Get an inside view of the muscles in action during every stretch you perform! Delavier's Stretching Anatomy is your guide for increasing flexibility, improving range of motion, toning muscles, and relieving pain and discomfort. The very best stretches for shoulders, chest, arms, torso, back,...
    $28.95 USD
    $28.95 USD
  • Chinese Gung Fu: The Philosophical Art of Self Defense by Lee, Bruce
    Chinese Gung Fu: The Philosophical Art of Self Defense
    Originally published in 1963, this book includes personal testimonies regarding the author and his art from James Y. Lee, the legendary Ed Parker, and jujutsu icon Wally Jay. Through hand-drawn diagrams and captioned photo sequences, Lee's text comes to life as he demonstrates a...
    $13.82 USD
    $13.82 USD
  • Annapurna: The First Conquest of an 8,000-Meter Peak by Herzog, Maurice
    Annapurna: The First Conquest of an 8,000-Meter Peak
    Annapurna is the unforgettable account of this heroic climb and of its harrowing aftermath, including a nightmare descent of frostbite, snow blindness, and near death.Author: Maurice HerzogPublisher: Lyons PressPublished: 05/01/2022Pages: 256Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.05h x 6.06w x 0.74dISBN: 9781493065547About the AuthorMaurice Herzog is...
    $31.58 USD
    $31.58 USD
  • Wisdom for a Young Golfer by Acquisto, Charles J.
    Wisdom for a Young Golfer
    Jump inside this amazing, original golf book... Filled with the ABC's of success to life and the game of golf, this book is written by the very people who have achieved fame and fortune in their respective golf-related field. Historically compelling and just plain...
    $16.99 USD
    $16.99 USD
  • Wide Open: A Life in Supercross by McGrath, Jeremy
    Wide Open: A Life in Supercross
    Jeremy McGrath has been called 'the Michael Jordan of Supercross' by the Los Angeles Times, and in this revealing autobiography fans not only get his personal story, but also a detailed guide on how everyone can become a Supercross racer. The No 1 Supercross...
    $18.12 USD
    $18.12 USD
  • Vantage Point: 50 Years of the Best Climbing Stories Ever Told by The Editors of Climbing Magazine
    Vantage Point: 50 Years of the Best Climbing Stories Ever Told
    For nearly 50 years, Climbing Magazine's goal has been to inspire and entertain with compelling coverage of climbing in all its forms, from bouldering to the big walls, trad rock to sport climbing, ice climbing to mountaineering. Vantage Point offers a collection of the...
    $20.22 USD
    $20.22 USD
  • Undefeated by Freeman, Mike
    Undefeated
    "[Freeman is] an excellent storyteller."--Sports IllustratedThe 1972 Miami Dolphins, under the expert leadership of legendary coach Don Shula, remain to this day the only team in the National Football League ever to enjoy a perfect season with no defeats and no ties. Now, 40...
    $21.32 USD
    $21.32 USD
  • Ultimate Glory: Frisbee, Obsession, and My Wild Youth by Gessner, David
    Ultimate Glory: Frisbee, Obsession, and My Wild Youth
    A story of obsession, glory, and the wild early days of Ultimate Frisbee. David Gessner devoted his twenties to a cultish sport called Ultimate Frisbee. Like his teammates and rivals, he trained for countless hours, sacrificing his body and potential career for a chance...
    $25.60 USD
    $25.60 USD
  • To Hate Like This Is to Be Happy Forever: A Thoroughly Obsessive, Intermittently Uplifting, and Occasionally Unbiased Account of the Duke-North Caroli by Blythe, Will
    To Hate Like This Is to Be Happy Forever: A Thoroughly Obsessive, Intermittently Uplifting, and Occasionally Unbiased Account of the Duke-North Caroli
    An obsessively personal history of the blood feud between North Carolina's and Duke's basketball teams and what that rivalry says about class and culture in the SouthThe basketball rivalry between Duke and North Carolina is the fiercest and longest-running blood feud in college athletics,...
    $20.25 USD
    $20.25 USD
  • The Why Is Everything: A Story of Football, Rivalry, and Revolution by Silver, Michael
    The Why Is Everything: A Story of Football, Rivalry, and Revolution
    When Kyle Shanahan became the NFL's youngest offensive coordinator in 2008, he had one prevailing rule: Tell me the why. If a colleague couldn't justify his position by providing the unassailable reasoning behind it, he was told to get the hell out of Shanahan's...
    $19.99 USD
    $19.99 USD
  • The USA Basketball Coaching Guide For All Levels: Coaching Philosophy & Player Development Curriculum from the National Governing Body of Basketball by USA Basketball
    The USA Basketball Coaching Guide For All Levels: Coaching Philosophy & Player Development Curriculum from the National Governing Body of Basketball
    USA Basketball, the national governing body for basketball in the United States, has composed the ultimate playbook from the youth to elite levels. The USA Basketball Coaching Guide for All Levels is a resource for all who participate in the game, providing a robust...
    $53.32 USD
    $53.32 USD
  • The Total Fly Fishing Manual: 307 Essential Skills and Tips by Cermele, Joe
    The Total Fly Fishing Manual: 307 Essential Skills and Tips
    Whether you're fishing for salmon, trout, bass, or carp, this practical guide to fly fishing will help you improve your technique, upgrade your equipment, and hook your prize fish. From the same team that brought you the Total Fishing Manual, comes the book fly...
    $16.99 USD
    $16.99 USD
  • The Stylish Life: Grand Prix by Smith, Elizabeth
    The Stylish Life: Grand Prix
    Iconic Imagery: A stunning collection of over 200 sharp, high-quality photographscapturing the essence of Grand Prix racing, from vintage black-and-white images to vibrantfull-color shots of priceless cars, legendary drivers, and glamorous celebrities. Exclusive Insights: A behind-the-scenes look at the world of Grand Prix, featuring...
    $55.00 USD
    $55.00 USD
  • The Riley Mae and the Ready Eddy Rapids by Osborne, Jill
    The Riley Mae and the Ready Eddy Rapids
    If you're gonna run for your life, you gotta wear the right shoes.Life is rapidly changing for pre-teen shoe spokesperson Riley Mae. After escaping near disaster at the top of Half Dome in Yosemite, Riley, her family, and her Swiftriver co-workers fly to a...
    $15.98 USD
    $15.98 USD

Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply enjoy a captivating story, best sports books offer something for everyone. From thrilling autobiographies to heart-pounding match narratives, these books capture the essence of athleticism and competition.

For fans of the hardwood, basketball books offer a deep dive into the world of hoops. Michael Jordan's For the Love of the Game is a classic that chronicles his legendary career. If you prefer a fictional spin, check out White Men Can't Jump for a humorous take on basketball culture.

Beyond basketball, the world of sports is vast and diverse. Football, baseball, soccer, and tennis have all inspired countless books. Autobiographies like Serena Williams' On the Other Side offer intimate glimpses into the lives of sports icons.

For a unique blend of sports and romance, there's a growing genre of sports romance novels. These books combine athleticism with heartfelt love stories, offering a refreshing escape.

To explore the world of sports books, consider browsing online bookstore booksdeli.com. With a wide selection of titles, you're sure to find the perfect book to satisfy your sports passion.

FAQ's

Q. What makes a great sports autobiography?

A. A compelling sports autobiography goes beyond simply recounting athletic achievements. The best books offer a candid look into the athlete's personal life, challenges, and triumphs. They often provide unique insights into the sport, the athlete's mindset, and the broader cultural context.

Q. How can I find sports books about lesser-known sports?

A. While popular sports like basketball, football, and baseball dominate the market, there are books available for a wide range of sports. Explore online bookstores and libraries, using specific search terms like "rugby books," "cricket biographies," or "hockey memoirs".

Q. What are some good sports books for young readers?

A. Sports books for young readers can inspire a love of sports and healthy competition. Look for books that combine engaging storytelling with age-appropriate information about sports and athletes. Many popular sports figures also have children's books based on their careers.

Q. Are there sports books that combine fiction and non-fiction?

A. Yes, there are many sports books that blend fiction and non-fiction elements. Sports novels often explore fictional characters involved in the world of sports, while some autobiographies incorporate storytelling techniques to enhance the narrative.

Q. How can I find sports books based on specific teams or athletes?

A. Online bookstores and libraries typically allow you to search by author, title, or sports team. You can also explore sports-related websites and blogs for recommendations and reviews of books about your favorite teams or athletes.

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