Bøger udgivet af R. R. Bowker

Meet Bob, the grandson of Italian immigrants who arrived in New York through Ellis Island just before the turn of the the 20th century. He is the third child of Michael and Angelina and has seven siblings. Bob's family is considered by some to be poor working class. But that was never the way Bob saw himself. He only saw opportunity, excellence and potential. At a very young age, he believed he was a hero in the making. A hero without a cape, but a hero nonetheless. Eventually.His book chronicles the stories of his life. Bob reveals his humble beginnings, his various and interesting jobs as a kid, and some unsettling stories about being relentlessly bullied in middle school. He also shares some of his stories from his years in the Army. He writes about teaching golf and coaching high school and Special Olympics. The bottom line is, it's written to be an enjoyable collection of stories with a bit of insight into life in the 20th century.He started writing this book on New Year's Eve, 50 years earlier, his life kept him so busy that he never had the time or energy to go back to writing. So, there he sat, decades later, trying to finish his Great American Novel. Fifty years of work, kids, grandkids, foster kids, financial disaster, careers success and career failure, loyalty and betrayal, love found and love lost had transpired since the start of his book. All the stuff needed for the "Great American Novel".

It's 1971, the world for people in New Orleans ain't nowhere near easy, but when the struggle took its eye off the Doucette Family for just one night, sisters Josephine, Annette, and S.Bonds get together and throw an old funky shakedown. Family, friends, ghosts, and murderers alike have gathered around their shotgun shack, and The Doucette family is thrown in a boiler overnight. By a stroke of bewitching, vengeance, and luck, the Doucette Family discovers The Kingdom on the Bayou-a place that takes the majestic history of New Orleans and places it in an enchanted swamp where nothing ever truly dies. Whispers, cuss words, and rumors fly through the wind in the Kingdom on the Bayou like beads from parades, and so does magic.

Ocho mujeres se encuentran fortuitamente y cada una de ellas narra su historia, sus vivencias, sus creencias y sus propuestas ante el asombro, la aprobación, el rechazo y/o la complicidad de las otras. Mujeres de diferentes conductas, profesiones, estratos sociales se muestran tal y cuál ante la vida y la sociedad que las rige. Esta pieza camina por esos espacios que al espectador después de transitar lo obligarán, necesariamente, a cuestionar sus propias convicciones.

This book touches on a vast amount of everyday life struggles and stressors that we all either faced or will face in due time.

Would you risk your life to save a malevolent president?The White House is in disarray and a frayed nation struggles to endure the incompetence of the president. Carlos Alvarez along with Linda and Scott Williams discover a black-ops Pentagon program in which three soldiers reportedly killed in Afghanistan were given new identities. They follow these soldiers on a trail of betrayal that leads to opening day in Rangers Stadium where the US President is slated to throw out the first pitch. Are they willing to risk their lives to save a president who shows little concern for the less fortunate?

This is a story of a lost baby eagle that found herself in the midst of chicks. Her chicks' family discriminated against her and treated her unfairly, and she wondered why; until the fateful day when her identity was mysteriously revealed through a mirrored image in a water bowl. Read to find out what happened to the little eagle, and the chicks' part in the drama.This book is subtitled: "The Similarity Between Tom and the Baby Eagle" It's a two-part storybook. Tom is a first-grade seven-year-old boy who shares some similarities with the bird, the way they were viewed by their family members and their acceptance to those they love.Fyne is a passionate Educator who loves and works with children of all ages, including the youth, and the young adults. She has a special touch on bringing out the best in people, because of her belief that there are great potentials in every human being. Every one of her stories ends with moral lessons. Children will love the interactive segment in this book. The moral lesson teaches children to be kind, and to be respectful of others. Everyone deserves to be loved even when they appear or act differently from the norm. Learn to appreciate what you have, and cherish those around you. Don't be too comfortable where you are, strive for more. This story is designed to boost children's self-esteem. And for them to understand, they are valued and everyone else is equally important.Find out the relationship between Tom and the baby eagle and whose heart was broken at the end, and why?

How do you bridge the gap between the life you remember as a child and a new life that circumstances have thrust upon you? Can the gap between living on one continent and adapting to life on another ever be fully embraced? Young Sammy is uprooted from his home in Zimbabwe and all that he has held dear. Some relationships are made stronger by the move. His aunt Maggie and the African, Morris who was born in the same province of Matabeleland, become his support. New friendships are forged. The deep compassion given by Jeffery, in California, helps him break through old resistance, especially with the troubling relationship with Maggie's friend, Peter. The path of finding peace and acceptance is the journey Sammy faces, that brings him full circle back to the home he was forced to leave. The heartfelt story of moving to South Africa and then to the United States--of finding forgiveness and learning to love--is one that many can relate to. Many, like Sammy, Maggie, and Morris, have chosen or been forced to leave the countries of their birth. Both sweet and painful memories carve the path to embracing what has been, while striving forward to create a brighter future.

Join Millie on an exciting adventure as she asks the question ... "Why am I here and what makes me special?" Will she discover the answer to her question?

Pain Pounds.....Laying Aside Every Weight is the answer to many who face the everyday challenge of trying to rid themselves of the weight of pain. For those searching for the root answers to the pounds they have packed on overtime, your healing and deliverance is in your hands! As you take your journey with the author through Pain Pounds, your eyes will open to the revelation on how pain has affected your being and life. Learn what triggers will cause the pain to surface, and how compensating and covering only makes matters worst over time.

In 2010 Lansing, Michigan was in the midst of growing despair, rocked by the closing of multiple GM sites as well as the collapse of the housing market, many residents of this quaint "little big town" were feeling the effects of one of the worse recessions to hit this region. In an effort to counter some of the misconceptions generated during this timeframe, Ariniko O'Meara took on the task of showcasing the entire Lansing city. She determined that to change the perception of what this city was doing to rise above the recession, and all the people working behind the scenes to make Lansing a great urban city, she decided to walk every single city street, using her writing and skills as a photographer to document her walks. It took her a total of three years, covering 537 miles of walking to reach the goal of walking the entire city. Through her City Saunter project she discovered a city thriving in some aspects and falling short on others, but throughout the entire project she found the true #lovelansing spirit, as well as her own voice in sharing her hometown.

Recollections? Y'all want to talk about recollections? Why, I'm full to bustin' with recollections. I can recollect on the time my Great-Granddaddy was sold into slavery, bless his soul. Or the time my brother like to died in the Mighty Mississippi River. And child, the very day Martin Luther King died, I had three of my kinfolk right there, practically in throwin' distance of the Lorraine Motel. That's a powerful recollection there 'cause they saw it all! The stories I could tell...and I do tell too 'cause everybody knows I can't hold water. No secret is safe with me. I mean, I try and try to keep stuff to myself but words just kinda fall out of my mouth sometimes... And another thing, I have a mind like a steel trap! That, along with my loose lips are a pretty lethal combination. 'Least that's what people say about me. But I don't get mad as long as they say it to my face. To my credit, I did manage to go on a gossiping fast for a couple months. But, y'all, my head got so full I thought I was gonna have to get a CAT scan. Anyway, after I broke my fast I vowed to do better. Instead of talking so much, I started writing down my recollections. Mostly stuff about my monstrously big, happy family. Pretty soon, I had a whole volume of recollections to share. So, I decided to do what I do...tell it! Right neighborly, don't you think? I'm gonna tell it all 'cause y'all know I can't hold water. And, if people don't like it, they can just lump it 'cause they shouldn't have told me in the first place. After all, they didn't just meet me yesterday!

Most people recognize that the Bible is an esteemed book worthy of study. Christians believe it is the divinely inspired word of God. However, the average person seems intimidated by this awesome book and doesn't even know where to begin if they want to learn from the timeless principles outlined in the Holy Scriptures. Dive In was written in an effort to help demystify this supernatural text. Each book of the Bible is briefly summarized to give a general synopsis of the entire Bible in a quick overview. Additionally, the author goes verse by verse through the book of Philippians taking the reader on a practical journey to demonstrate how to "get something out of the Bible." Countless popular pressing questions are answered in the study such as: What does it look like every day as I seek to follow Christ? How can I stop worrying about my life? What is the secret to joy and contentment? How do I explain the Trinity? Are the people in my church truly saints? What should my attitude be when I face trials? Is it possible to choose an attitude of gratitude? How can I tell whether this person who is preaching in my church or on the television is a false prophet? These questions and a myriad of other concerns are addressed in the book. The actual Bible Study section would be ideal for Bible study groups or by individuals seeking to dive deeper into God's word and glean valuable guidance that will enhance their daily lives and strengthen their relationship with their heavenly Father! "The Book grows upon you: as you dive into its depths; you have a fuller perception of the infinity which remains to be explored. You are still sighing to enjoy more of that which is your bliss to taste." Charles Spurgeon

Ein einfacher Weg, etwas über das Gehirn zu lernen. Die spannendsten Fragen, die Sie über das Gehirn haben, werden endlich beantwortet. ◆ Was ist eine Depression und wie beeinflusst sie das Gehirn?◆ Haben Männer und Frauen unterschiedliche Gehirne?◆ Was sind Träume und warum träumen wir? Mit diesem Buch, können Sie leicht verständlich und mit Humor etwas über das Gehirn lernen. Jeder, der gerne wissen möchte, was wirklich in dem pinken Ding, das wir in unserem Kopf mit uns herum tragen, vorgeht, wird diesen Leitfaden über das Gehirn und die Neurowissenschaften genießen. Lassen Sie sich von dem Neurowissenschaftler Dr Mike Tranter auf eine Reise mitnehmen, auf der er das Gehirn auf seine eigene humorvolle Art erklärt. Er beantwortet Fragen, die von Menschen wie Ihnen eingereicht wurden und das alles ganz ohne, dass ein naturwissenschaftlicher Hintergrund notwendig ist, um die Erläuterungen zu verstehen. Dieses Buch beschreibt auch einige der seltsamen Rätsel über das Gehirn, die Wissenschaftler versuchen zu entschlüsseln und, wie bahnbrechende Forschung unsere Zukunft verändern wird. Fangen Sie heute an, das Gehirn besser zu verstehen!

In Comfortable Graves we meet two lifelong friends, Clarence and Andre. Growing up in New Orleans, the boys have always had each other's backs. Andre helps Clarence get through middle school, high school and college by writing his papers and doing his math homework. In return, Clarence, a good-natured, blue-eyed Creole, protects Andre from bullies in school. As adults, Clarence and Andre find themselves in Poplar Grove, a small Mississippi town with a big problem. It's a town with terrible secrets, shocking scandals, and corruption at all levels. With Andre's intelligence and legal background and Clarence's generous heart and charisma, the men make a dynamic team, overcoming unimaginable bigotry and righting old wrongs. Set against a backdrop of larger-than-life characters, sexual perversion, greed, murder, and political corruption, Comfortable Graves is the story of friendship, and the remarkable capacity devoted friends have to change people's lives for the better.

Enjoy coloring pages, word search puzzles, mazes, craft activities and a Bingo game celebrating 5 de mayo!

HARD TO LOVEWhen new hotel manager Leah Bellerose rushes in to save the day, maintenance man Asher Banks is left holding the plunger. Not an auspicious start to Leah's first morning at the Charmant Forest Hotel. An inept maintenance man and a cranky ex-manager weren't on her To-Do list. Worse, Leah realizes she wants "to do" the maintenance man, which is even more irritating.Ash dislikes the sexy vixen who's come to his hotel to wreak havoc. He has enough to deal with kowtowing to his officious father while trying to repair his fall from grace. Ash might be attracted to the sharp-tongued witch, but her damn haughty attitude frustrates the hell out of him. Their growing feelings become hard to ignore, yet they're holding onto secrets that could blow apart their tenuous relationship and ruin everything.

Jacob-the last born in his family- lost his mother when he was just 11 years old. His father died six years later. Left with no place to call home, 'Jack', as everyone calls him in the family, grew up in an uncertain environment living with one after another of his nine siblings for several years. A decade later, Jacob lost Patrick-another of his brothers with whom he had been living at the time-under mysterious circumstances involving police brutality. Destitute once again, Jack went to live with another brother. Four years later, and another blow: the untimely loss of his soft-spoken sister and counselor- Grace followed. His eldest sister Hellen had left the country to join her husband abroad and Grace was the remaining glue that held the family together. Devastated by these losses, Jacob would struggle for years to complete his undergraduate education at the University of Nairobi where he was pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literature and Linguistics (English). He finally crossed that off his to do list in 2001. Thereafter he found a simple dwelling at the outskirts of Nairobi city where he lived in a room in the compound of a family who accepted him as he was. Even with these devastating experiences, Jacob managed to cross-off another to do-a master's degree in communication studies at the University of Nairobi in 2018- following another several years of struggle. In 2019, Jack experienced further devastation when he lost another brother Erick, who fell sick and within only 8 days, was gone. Jacob realized the time had come for him to choose to either live or die after more than a decade of maladaptive coping lifestyle.On the brink of desperation, Jacob set out on a journey of self-discovery. In his quest to understand the way the universe works, an overpowering feeling spawned nuggets of wisdom that he records in this collection of poetry. He set out to discover what brings hope and expectation of a better life for an ordinary person like him. Realizing that he had been groping in darkness, he comes to a point of illumination only after a long reflection of what it really means to live a meaningful and satisfying life. This work is a journey of discovering the essence of a fulfilling life. Away from his personal challenges, Jacob embarked on a spiritual literary journey, finding refuge in spiritual literature. It is out of this immersion that the muse to write a spiritually inclined book was seeded. The power of the written word transformed his perception of what the universe actually entails, unraveling for him the realization that life is basically a form of energy that is cultivated by vibration.This book is a journey of faith in the power of the source energy and should be read with a flexible disposition. It delves into the realm of the metaphysical. In this collection of poetry, Jacob conveys meaning by employing symbols and images, for the reader to decipher the meaning of the written word. The interpretation of this work offers divine inspiration with the sixth sense.Aphorisms and Poems of Light subscribes to the idea that as human beings we are more than just physical beings, endowed with meanings much deeper than the mundane that many have mistakenly viewed as the totality of the human experience. It is our hope that Jacob's journey to spiritual freedom will illuminate a path for you as much as it has done for him.

When mummy isn't looking, an infants imagination comes alive as she plays on her Jungle gym play mat. She describes the animals and what they do to entertain her. Her cheeky dog Jasper also tries to join in the fun.

A realistic near-future, young adult, science fiction, sports drama featuring an upcoming 9th grade wide receiver who is denied the opportunity to be a star because his influential Silicon Valley father leads a successful movement to ban football. Deeply disappointed and now highly unpopular among his fellow football players at school, protagonist Dude McPherson sets out on a desperate quest to make football safe enough to play again. Relegated to an after-school program in his school's state-of-the-art Tech Lab, Dude would much rather be back on the football field, until his new team of teen techie geniuses suggest a highly innovative solution to his problem, a solution that not only transforms Dude, but the world of sports as well. This highly-anticipated novel by award-winning author, John Blossom, explores creativity, AI, and technology in some disturbing but plausible ways. What will football be like in the near future? The Last Football Player offers surprising and intriguing predictions in an easy-to-read and compelling story of compromise, friendship, and triumph in the face of the rapidly evolving changes teens face in society today. The Last Football Player is a must-read for anyone interested in near-future sports psychology, team work, creative problem-solving, technology, artificial intelligence, coaching, and, surprisingly, art!

Love transforms all and forgiveness is the key to lasting and eternal love. Where there is love there is a way. Aphrodite is a beautiful young woman with a natural psychic healing gift inherited from her mother, Cassandra. At birth Aphrodite had been sent away to be adopted by a loving American couple. Not knowing the truth about her origins, she lived with a deep and abiding sense of feeling unworthy and unloved. Her birth mother, Cassandra, had grown up on a beautiful Greek island in a prosperous family with three older, macho and abusive brothers. At 17 she met an Australian Greek sailor, fell passionately in love, enjoyed one night of ecstasy, and became pregnant. Her favorite brother Alexei beat her up and the whole family threw her out of the house. She returned to the park where she had met the sailor. But this time she encountered Dietrich, a Swedish businessman. Thinking she was a street hooker, he raped, kidnapped and prostituted her. Eventually, 25 years later, the entire family would finally be reunited, each one having healed their capacity to love. And finally, Aphrodite spoke with tears streaming down her face: "And my purpose has been to love, to learn how to love and trust and surrender to life as it is, letting go of all expectations. The pain and sorrow has been intense, yet I have enjoyed many close friendships, many deep healings and I have become a healer, helping men and women heal through love. Now, finally, today, standing here proudly facing both of my beloved birth parents, at last, I am healing. I know what love feels like.... I have spent all these years of my life seeking love and approval outside myself, in the poor lost souls of the men who crossed my path and in the nurturing kindness of my women friends. Mother and father, I have taught so many men and women how to heal their bodies, heal their hearts and minds, and heal their relationships through love. Yet I was unable to do that for myself until now, at this very moment."

The latest novel from a USA TODAY bestselling author! It was a random crime on a dark Beverly Hills street. Or were the victims targeted?When an old friend from high school shows up in P.I. Burnside's office for help, neither have any idea that this case will spiral into fraud, kidnapping and murder. But as Burnside begins looking into his friend's beautiful celebrity daughter, he uncovers more and more people who have a dispute with her - and a reason to inflict harm. Once again, Burnside's investigation takes readers on a harrowing journey through the best and worst of Los Angeles. Burnside navigates his way with a little help from some pro football players and is forced to work around detectives from multiple police departments, who would prefer this case would just go away. And as he unravels the mystery, he and his wife Gail must make a critical decision on their future. The series reaches uncharted territory when Burnside gets a legendary meeting with the LAPD's Chief of Police - an interaction the Chief would like to forget!The 10th book in the Burnside Mystery series is smoothly written and is a joy to read. The story builds to a pulsating climax, and will leave the reader hungry for more!

Cast down from heaven, or so little Lailah says. Virtuous, principled, and incorruptible SERAPHIMA (SERA) ANGEL finds herself in Paradise. Nursing her wounds and setting up her doctors practice. This new sanctuary comes with its own archangel GABRIEL SLAYER, a widower with two children. Owner of a California, Sierra Nevada ranch named Paradise.Gabriel vows to protect and watch over Sera from those seeking to return her to the Devil himself, Luther Devlin, an underworld boss and owner of Casino Lust in Reno.As love between Sera and Gabriel grows, so too does danger. How many snakes lurk in Paradise? With lives and property at risk, will the presence of undiscovered cruel demons make Sera flee her new haven? Not if her warrior angel has his say. When Sera is spirited away, it will take A HOST OF ANGELS to see her returned to where she is meant to be-Paradise

A shocking murder has been committed at Disney World. Can a group of Florida's best detectives find the killer before he strikes again? What other people are saying about "World Killer." "I really enjoyed it! It was a lot darker than I expected which was cool!" Leonard Kinsey Author of "The Dark Side of Disney" and "Our Kingdom of Dust"

Nick-Anthony Zamucen has written his third book on business, but this is not only a how to guide, but an intimate portrayal of his rags to riches phenomenal story. As you read and turn the pages of his Bits of Wisdom, you'll learn about his abusive childhood, thoughts on business today and how to use his Bits of Wisdom to create your own dream. This book is a gut check as Nick-Anthony explains how to be successful in todays competitive business environment, how to overcome your limiting beliefs and design the future you crave. Bits of Wisdom will not only pull on your heart strings but show you how to overcome adversity, anticipate business dangers and open your eyes to the real world you have created for yourself. Nick-Anthony is honest, bold and uncensored about his true feelings on business, life and love. This is a must read for all entrepreneurs in any phase of their business.

The ultimate tofu guide: from history, nutrition, and tips, to cooking easy healthy recipes.Whether you are an experienced or novice tofu user, this guide offers "everything you want to know about tofu." If you are a current tofu lover, this book will prepare you to be the ultimate tofu educator for your family or friends around you; from tofu history to tofu/soy myths.If you are new to tofu, this will be your ultimate guide of history, nutrition, cooking, useful tips & tools, pantry essentials, easy & tasty recipes, and much more.Tofu is an amazing source of simple plant-based protein and is so versatile - it goes well with various cooking methods or cuisine.Discover how tofu can help you improve your eating habits and help you feel better. Ready to start your tofu journey? This guide will be your best friend on that journey, and I am cheering for you to live the healthy life you deserve!Tofu, history book, tofu history, tofu cook book, the tofu book, pickled tofu, tofu xpress tofu press, tofu recipe book, tofu book, book of tofu

Throughout the Bible God commands His people to hear His voice. Signifying it is not so important that we see, but that we hear and understand.Adam would not have known what to name the animals without knowing how to hear God's voice.Abraham would not have known in which direction to go if he had not heard God's voice.Moses would not have known what message to give the children of Israel if he had not known how to hear God's voice.Jesus said, ... and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.Paul said in Ephesians 2:20, And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief corner stone. What did they all have in common? They all heard the voice of God and were obedient unto Him.At the end of each letter to the seven churches in Revelation chaptes 2 and 3, the angel said, He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.It is was that important for the Moses, the prophets, the Apostles, and Jesus Christ; stands to reason it is just as important for us today. Not one person in a body, but the whole body. That is why God commanded Moses to bring the children of Israel to the base of Mt. Sinai; to hear His voice for themselves.If we are not careful, we will turn a deaf ear to Him, just as the children of Israel did, and loose our inheritance.In this book you will find simple exercises to teach you how to hear the voice of God; as well as testimonies of the patriarchs who heard God and obeyed.

Southern Fried Skeletons is a Southern novel, with laugh out loud humor, drama, and tragedy. It takes place in Greenville, S.C., and is an emotional roller coaster ride. Maggie Keith grows up in the finest Southern tradition, a popular debutante and beauty queen who is elected class president and sorority officer. She loves everybody regardless of race or social status. Her life seems perfect, until the first of many family skeletons rattles out from a closet and sets Maggie on a tragic collision course with a decision no kid should ever have to make. Set in the rollicking 1960s and early 1970s, Southern Fried Skeletons follows one girl's journey toward adulthood, barely surviving the psychedelic era. She is of stong Cherokee and Irish blood, and does indeed survive, but is damaged on many levels. Wounded for life. She finds the true love, which probably saves her life in the long run. After many years of emotional pain, she finally finds the only thing that will completely fill the the giant creator in her heart. Southern life seems to be bound by good food, which is ever present in this novel. As a gift to the readers, there are many Southern family recipes included that are the key to your man's heart (attack). Enjoy sharing them with your familes.

Im Jahr 2013 begann in Kiew, Ukraine, eine Revolution, die das Leben der Frauen in dieser Geschichte beeinflusste und für immer veränderte. Im November 2013 entschied sich der Präsident der Ukraine für engere Beziehungen mit Russland, anstatt das Assoziierungsabkommen zwischen der Ukraine und der Europäischen Union zu unterzeichnen. Dies löste große Demonstrationen in den Straßen von Kiew aus und führte 2014 zur 'Maidan-Revolution'. Über hundert Ukrainer verloren an einem Tag in Kiew ihr Leben. Im März 2014 annektierte Russland die Krim; schwere Unruhen folgten und der Krieg in der Ostukraine begann Ende April 2014. Die Regionen Donbass und Luhansk, aus denen diese Frauen stammen, wurden von den russisch unterstützten Separatisten übernommen.Die Separatisten schikanierten und bedrohten Elisey Pronin, den Seniorpastor der größten baptistischen Kirche im ostukrainischen Bundesland Luhansk; die Separatisten brannten die baptistische Kirche im August 2014 nieder. Elisey ist jetzt der Pastor der neuen Disciples Church in Lemberg. Sein Buch Chronicles of Undeclared War beschreibt die tragischen Ereignisse und wie sie sich auf seine Stadt, seine Gemeinde und die einzelnen Kirchenmitglieder ausgewirkt haben.Die Frauen in Auf nie mehr Wiedersehen sind alle miteinander verbunden. Die meisten von ihnen lebten in der gleichen Stadt, Pervomaisk in der Ostukraine und besuchten dort die Baptistengemeinde. Interessanterweise fanden sie alle den Weg nach Lemberg, Ukraine, um ein neues Leben zu beginnen, und sind jetzt Mitglieder der Disciples Church, einer 2016 gegründeten Gemeinde. Das Leben der Frauen ist miteinander verbunden, auch wenn ihre Erfahrungen sehr unterschiedlich sind. Ihre Geschichten sind faszinierend.

A collection of poems, by Poet Ashley J, that explore issues resulting from the death of a loved one and how faith, trust and confidence in God is hope and strength. Experience her uniquely rhythmic expressions about rejection, abandonment, anger, depression and remorse from the effects of fatherless populations.

"...remember that sports are a great transformational platform to develop personal life qualities and skills that enhance a kid's greatness. The key is to intentionally help your child transfer those qualities from sports to the rest of life. "- Javelin M. GuidryAs a parent, coach, and former college athlete, Javelin Guidry is passionate about youth and high school sports. That's why he wrote the Warrior Parent Playbook and created WP3 Sports, a life-skills development program for young athletes, coaches and their parents. According to the Aspen Institute, three-fourths of American families include at least one kid who participates in youth sports. Guidry is committed to ensuring that these families help their kids become not just the best athlete, but the best person they can be. To thrive on the field . . . and beyond.Whether your young athlete is a 10-year-old trying softball for the first time or an 18-year-old 4-star football recruit, Guidry wants to help them "live in their own personal greatness."In this book, the author takes you beyond the X's and O's to explore and explain what really makes a difference, both on and off the field. He shares timeless parental wisdom on ways to utilize sports for developing character and life lessons in children. Tackling topics like A Championship Life, Living in Greatness, The Warrior Parent Mentality, The Power of Dreaming, Raising SuperHeroes, and specific qualities like . . . lGrowth Mindsetl Work Ethicl Self-Confidencel Leadershipl Self-Disciplinel Focusl Playing with Passionl Adaptabilityl Characterl Gritl Teamworkl Healthy Active Lifestylel Competitive Drivel FaithJavelin Guidry has invested many years coaching sports at a variety of levels. His elder son, Javelin "Jav", is currently playing cornerback for the NFL's New York Jets, while younger son, Elisha, stars in football for the UCLA Bruins, his dad and mom's alma mater. Daughter Kailah was a high school track athlete who is now an honor-roll pre-med student at San Diego State University.