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Miracle on 49th Street
by Mike LupicaIn the tradition of About a Boy comes a feel good sports and holiday novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Mike Lupica. Josh Cameron has it all: a World Championship ring with the Boston Celtics, an MVP award, a clean-cut image, and the adoration of millions. What he doesn't have is family. Until the day 12-year-old smartaleck Molly Parker confronts him in a parking lot and claims to be his daughter#151;the only daughter of Jen Parker, Josh's college sweetheart and the still the only girl he's ever loved. Trouble is, Jen Parker died last year, and now Molly has tracked down the father she never knew, the one her mother never wanted her to know about. Josh Cameron cares about two things only: himself, and basketball. The last thing this superstar wants or needs is a 12-year-old daughter. Yet this isn't just any 12-year-old. Mr. World Champion has finally met his match. #147;[T]his novel is . . . an enjoyable read with interesting peeks into the world of professional basketball. It will appeal to young teen sports enthusiasts as well as kids just looking for a good story. ” #150;VOYA #147;Lupica delivers a winning novel, creating a realistic character in Molly. Young readers will also enjoy the look inside Josh's pampered sports-superstar world. ” #150;Booklist #147;Lupica is an extraordinarily smooth writer with a great ear for witty repartee. ” #150;Publisher’s Weekly
Miracle on Ice
by Red Smith Gerald Eskenazi Jim NaughtonNo one gave them a chance. No one believed they could beat the Russians and go on to win the gold. But the players believed. They turned to one another and said, "Go for it!" Then, on Sunday, February 24, 1980, millions of Americans watched the live telecast. They watched incredulously and with gleeful patriotism as the most irresistible bunch of Americans in a long time scored their final victory in a game that epitomized their Olympic adventure.
Miracle on the 17th Green
by James Patterson Peter De JongeTravis McKinley is an ordinary man living an ordinary life - he has a job that he despises, a marriage that has lost its passion, children from whom he feels disconnected, and, at age fifty, a sense that he has accomplished nothing of consequence with his life. But on Christmas Day, he goes out to play a round of golf, and for the first time, he finds himself in the 'zone'. He sees the putting line that has eluded him for years. Always a fairly good golfer, he finds himself playing like a pro and is so caught up in his excitement that he continues to play, sinking putt after putt, missing Christmas dinner with his wife and family. It is too much for his already troubled marriage.His family collapses - but Travis is soon too busy living his dream to notice. His amazing new golf skills catapult him into the PGA Senior Open at Pebble Beach, where he advances to the final round with two of his heroes, Jack Nicklaus and Raymond Floyd. And with his wife, children, and a live television audience watching, a miracle takes place on the 17th green that will change Travis, and his family, forever.
Miracle on the 17th Green
by James Patterson Peter De JongeTravis McKinley is an ordinary man living an ordinary life - he has a job that he despises, a marriage that has lost its passion, children from whom he feels disconnected, and, at age fifty, a sense that he has accomplished nothing of consequence with his life. But on Christmas Day, he goes out to play a round of golf, and for the first time, he finds himself in the 'zone'. He sees the putting line that has eluded him for years. Always a fairly good golfer, he finds himself playing like a pro and is so caught up in his excitement that he continues to play, sinking putt after putt, missing Christmas dinner with his wife and family. It is too much for his already troubled marriage.His family collapses - but Travis is soon too busy living his dream to notice. His amazing new golf skills catapult him into the PGA Senior Open at Pebble Beach, where he advances to the final round with two of his heroes, Jack Nicklaus and Raymond Floyd. And with his wife, children, and a live television audience watching, a miracle takes place on the 17th green that will change Travis, and his family, forever.(P)2013 Headline Digital
Miracle: Bobby Allison and the Saga of the Alabama Gang
by Peter GolenbockFor the first time, Miracle presents the full story of NASCAR legend Bobby Allison and the Alabama Gang--written with the corporation of the Allisons.While you were sitting in the stands or watching at home on TV, did you ever ask yourself what's really going on behind the scenes? Take a ride on the seat next to auto-racing legend Bobby Allison and relive the dramatic saga of the Alabama Gang in this unique look at NASCAR from the inside.Bobby Allison, who ranks fourth in wins in NASCAR history, began his Grand National/Winston Cup career in 1966. After winning eighty-five races, he retired in 1988 when an accident at Pocono Raceway nearly killed him. He was severely brain injured, and it took him a full fifteen years to recover. After the accident, more tragedy struck. In 1992 his younger son, Clifford, died in a crash at the age of twenty-seven. A year later, his other son, Davey, died in a helicopter accident, and in 1994 he lost his close friend and protégé Neil Bonnet in a fatal crash. Then Bobby and his wife, Judy, separated and divorced. Through it all Bobby Allison persevered.Today Bobby's mind is as sharp, detailed, and analytical as anyone's in sports. Bobby remembers so much, in such great detail, the stories he tells leap off the page. It's all there--the feuds, the infighting, the victories, the accusations of cheating, and worse.Incredibly, Bobby, the poster boy for hard work, honesty, and integrity, holds nothing back, even when it reflects poorly on him. "It happened, and there's nothing I can do about that," is what he says. The result is raw racing history.Along with the Earnhardts, the Jarretts, and the Pettys, the Allisons are racing family royalty, and Miracle, a family saga of determination, loyalty, and love, is filled with some of the greatest racing stories of all time. If you ever wanted to read a book that puts you in the garage, in the pits, and in the boardrooms, and at the same time tugs at your heartstrings--this is the book for you.
Miracles on the Hardwood: The Hope-and-a-Prayer Story of a Winning Tradition in Catholic College Basketball
by John GasawayDiscover the David vs. Goliath rise of Catholic college basketball, from Villanova to Georgetown to Gonzaga, where small schools perennially shoot past the big power conference programs.In MIRACLES ON THE HARDWOOD, author John Gasaway traces the rise of Catholic college basketball—from its early days (Villanova made an appearance in the Final Four in the first NCAA tournament in 1939) to the dominance of the San Francisco Dons in the 1950s and the ascendance of powerhouses Georgetown, Villanova, and Gonzaga—through their decades-long rivalries and championship games. Featuring interviews with notable coaches, players, alums, and fans—including Loyola Chicago's most famous and dedicated fan, 100-year-old Sister Jean—to get at the heart of how these universities have excelled at this sport.Small in number but devout in the game's spirit, these teams have made the miraculous a matter of ritual, and their greatest works may be yet to come.
Miranda Kenneally Bundle
by Miranda KenneallyMiranda Kenneally has captivated readers with her fantastic contemporary YA series. Now discover the first three Hundred Oaks books for one low price: Catching Jordan, Stealing Parker and Things I Can't Forget-featuring new bonus material that includes: Character interviews A new short story based on Catching Jordan A sneak peek at Racing Savannah...and more! "A must-read!" --Simone Elkeles, New York Times bestselling author of the Perfect Chemistry series"Kenneally's books have quickly become must-reads."--VOYAAbout the Books in This Bundle 1. Catching JordanJordan Woods isn't just surrounded by gorgeous jocks-she leads them as the captain and quarterback of her high school football team. She's seen as one of the guys and that's just fine, as long as she gets her athletic scholarship to college. But everything she's ever worked for is threatened when Ty Green arrives. Not only is he an amazing QB, but he's also amazingly hot. And for the first time, Jordan's feeling vulnerable. Can she keep her head in the game while her heart's on the line? 2. Stealing ParkerParker Shelton pretty much has the perfect life. She's on her way to becoming valedictorian, she made the all-star softball team, and she has plenty of friends. Then her mother's scandal rocks their small town and suddenly no one will talk to her. So she quits softball, drops twenty pounds, and she figures why kiss one guy when she can kiss three? And why limit herself to high school boys? But how far is too far before she loses herself completely?3. Things I Can't Forget Kate has always been the good girl-although the people at school have no idea the guilty secret she carries. But this summer, she's a counselor at Cumberland Creek summer camp, and she wants to put the past behind her. Matt is back as a counselor too. He's the first guy she ever kissed, and he's gone from geeky songwriter to buff lifeguard and loves to flirt...with her. Kate used to think the world was black and white. Turns out, life isn't that easy...
Mis años con los Yankees
by Joe Torre Tom VerducciLa historia definitiva de una de las grandes dinastías en la historia del béisbol, los New York Yankees de Joe Torre Cuando Joe Torre tomó posesión como manager de los Yankees en 1996, no habían ganado una Serie Mundial en dieciocho años. Durante ese tiempo, diecisiete managers habían intentado hacerse con las riendas del equipo de béisbol más famoso de América. Todos fueron despedidos por George Steinbrenner, el dueño del equipo. Después de doce exitosas temporadas --con doce apariciones consecutivas en los playoffs, seis títulos de la Liga Americana y cuatro Series Mundiales-- Torre dejó los Yankees como el más querido manager del béisbol. Su mayor cualidad fue saber tratar a jugadores como Alex Rodríguez, Mariano Rivera, Jason Giambi, Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens o Randy Johnson. Aquí, por primera vez, Joe Torre y Tom Verducci llevan a los lectores dentro de los propios Yankees, mostrando lo que de verdad hizo falta para mantener al equipo en lo más alto del béisbol mundial.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Mis mundiales
by Inocencio F. AriasEl apasionante recorrido de la Copa del Mundo desde 1950 hasta la actualidad contado con rigor y sentido del humor por Inocencio F. Arias. Un viaje personal cuajado de información deportiva y anécdotas mezcladas con el contexto histórico y diplomático en el que se celebró cada mundial.Desde el mítico gol de Zarra en el estadio de Maracaná hasta el Iniestazo que proclamó a la Roja campeona del mundo por primera vez, pasando por la maldición de cuartos, el fiasco del 82, la mano de Dios o el cabezazo de Zidane, todo aficionado al deporte disfrutará con la narración de un testigo de excepción y forofo incondicional del deporte rey.Inocencio F. Arias viaja por cada uno de los mundiales que vivió para hablar también de su propia historia, de cómo el fútbol marcó el devenir de España desde la dictadura hasta la democracia, y de cómo ese fenómeno deportivo ha afectado a la economía y a la sociedad internacionales.Un libro que demuestra que la historia del fútbol es también la historia de nuestro tiempo.
Mis mundiales: Del gol de Zarra al triunfo de la Roja
by Inocencio F. AriasEl apasionante recorrido de la Copa del Mundo, desde 1950 hasta la actualidad, contado con rigor y sentido del humor por Inocencio F. Arias. Un viaje personal cuajado de información deportiva y anécdotas mezcladas con el contexto histórico y diplomático en el que se celebró cada mundial. Desde el mítico gol de Zarra en el estadio de Maracaná hasta el Iniestazo que proclamó a la Roja campeona del mundo por primera vez, pasando por la maldición de cuartos, el fiasco del 82, la mano de Dios o el cabezazo de Zidane, todo aficionado al fútbol disfrutará con la narración de un testigo de excepción y forofo incondicional del deporte rey. Inocencio F. Arias viaja por cada uno de los mundiales que vivió para hablar también de su propia historia, de cómo el fútbol marcó el devenir de España desde la dictadura hasta la democracia, y de cómo ese fenómeno deportivo ha afectado a la economía y a la sociedad internacionales. Un libro que demuestra que la historia del fútbol es también la historia de nuestro tiempo.
Misconduct
by Beverly ScudamoreMatthew has always been a popular student and hockey player. But after an altercation with a tough kid named Dillon at hockey camp, Matt finds himself number one on the bully's hit list.
Misión portero imposible (Antiescuela de Fútbol #Volumen 2)
by Juan Carlos CrespoMás fútbol y más ocasiones divertidas, gamberras, chistosas y pardillas en esta segunda entrega de «Antiescuela de Fútbol.» ¿Qué pasaría si en un mismo equipo se juntaran todos los pardillos expulsados de los demás equipos?Pues un montón de locuras... El Pardillo C.F. dejó en ridículo al Santa Eulalia en el partido del arcoíris, pero si no quieren hacerlo ellos ahora en el Torneo de la Sierra, necesitan encontrar un buen portero. Los Pardillos planean la Misión Portero Imposible para completar el equipo... pero ese resulta ser el último de sus problemas cuando descubren que en uno de los clubes contra los que se enfrentan juega ¡un gigante! ¡Vamos, chicos, sois unos auténticos cracks! ¡A por todas!
Miss Little Britches: A Story Of Junior Rodeo
by Bonnie Stahlman SpeerMiss Little Britches is a heart-warming story set against the background of the Little Britches Rodeo in Colorado. As touching as The Yearling, as unforgettable as National Velvet, Miss Little Britches tells the story of a young girl’s struggle to accept a homely horse and her discovery of the joy and pain in becoming a rodeo champion. Twelve-year-old “Sassy” Martin yearns to be a championship rodeo rider, as were her father and three older sisters. But she is not a natural- born cowgirl like her sisters. All she has to compete on, in seeking the junior cow-girl title, “Miss Little Britches” in the National Finals Little Britches Rodeo, is an aged mare, a hand-me-down from her sisters. Sassy dreams of having a golden palomino. When her opportunity comes to obtain a new horse, the ugly throwback that her father brings home is far from her dreams. Reluctantly, Sassy agrees to train the horse. In the course of doing so, things take a surprising turn. The national Little Britches Rodeo was formerly headquartered at the the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, Littleton, Colorado. This site provides the backdrop for this young adult novel.
Miss Little's Losers
by Robert RaynerThe Brunswick Valley School soccer team haven't won a game all season long. When their coach resigns, the only person who will coach them is Miss Little . . . their former kindergarten teacher!
Miss Nelson Has A Field Day
by Harry AllardFrom the Book Jacket: The football team hasn't won a game all year. They haven't even scored a single point. They practice only when they feel like it, and neither Principal Blandsworth's admonition nor Coach Armstrong's heart-rending sobs spur them on. Something has to be done. On a certain day when no one wants to practice, the coach's whistle blows, and the team cannot believe what they see: It's that substitute teacher from times past, the terrible tyrant from Miss Nelson's Room 207. The team knows they're in for it when she shouts for all to hear, "I am Coach Swamp." The surprise twist to Miss Swamp's outrageous and rollicking story will delight and mystify the multitude of fans that Harry Allard and James Marshall have won with Miss Nelson Is Missing! and Miss Nelson Is Back. Harry Allard and James Marshall have teamed up before to create the wonderful adventures of the Stupid family in The Stupids Step Out, The Stupids Have a Ball, and The Stupids Die. And, of course, they are the creators of the famous Miss Nelson Is Missing!, which has won the Arizona Young Readers Award, the Georgia Children's Picture Storybook Award, and the California Young Reader Medal. Miss Nelson Is Back, the rollicking sequel, is a featured selection on the PBS television series "Reading Rainbow." Other books about Miss Nelson are available from Bookshare.
Miss Smithers
by Susan JubySixteen-year-old Alice MacLeod's life as an outcast begins to change when she experiments with being friends with different sorts of people, tries drinking alcohol and eating meat, and competes in the Miss Smithers beauty pageant.
Missing Links
by Rick ReillyMissing Links is the story of four middle-class buddies who live outside Boston and for years have been 1) utterly obsessed with golf and 2) a regular foursome at Ponkaquoque Municipal Course and Deli, not so fondly known as Ponky, the single worst golf course in America. Just adjacent to the municipal course lies the Mayflower Country Club, the most exclusive private course in all of Boston and a major thorn in their collective sides. Frustrated by the Mayflower's finely manicured greens and snooty members, three of Ponky's most courageous--Two Down, Dannie, and Stick--set up a bet: $1,000 apiece, and the first man to finagle his way onto the Mayflower takes all.One of the three will eventually play the course, but their friendships--and everything else--change as various truths unravel and the old Ponky starts looking like the home they never should have left.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Missing Mascot (Hoops Academy)
by J. B. DuncanSophie-Kim is excited to finally start her freshman basketball season at Hoops Academy. Except, something important is missing. Where is the school’s mascot, DC Wild? When Sophie-Kim learns that the mascot costume was stolen, she gathers a group of trusted friends. It’s up to them to discover who stole the costume and why, get their costume back, and save their team spirit.
Missing in Action
by Dean HughesWhile his father is missing in action in the Pacific during World War II, Jay moves with his mother to small-town Utah, where he sees prejudice from both sides, as a part-Navajo himself and through an unlikely friendship with Japanese American Ken.
Missing in the Mountains
by T. S. FieldsJarod is a snowboarder and is stuck taking care of his younger sister, Jennifer, who is a beginning skier. When a bully threatens the two, Jarod convinces Jennifer to ski out-of-bounds to avoid a conflict. They venture into the restricted area and Jennifer watches in horror as her brother is buried in an avalanche. Will Jennifer be able to rescue her brother and, together, will they be able to find their way to safety?
Mission Domination: An Unfinished Quest
by Boria Majumdar Kushan SarkarDecember 19 wasn't a good day for Indian cricket. No one could fathom what hit them after 36 all out in Adelaide. Summer of 42 seemed like ancient history! But then something changed and January 19 happened. Adelaide was a nightmare but Brisbane was surreal. A lot changed between 36 all out and 329/7. Everyone saw the performances but what went into putting in that kind of an effort isn't something people are aware of. What was going through Ravi Shastri's mind and what exactly was that phone call with his best buddy Bharat Arun? What did R. Sridhar tell Hanuma Vihari when he hobbled back during tea break in Sydney? And who are these players? The disappointment of Rishabh Pant before those highs, Rohit Sharma's desperation to be out there, Shardul Thakur's grit or the politics that Navdeep Saini faced in his formative years. Why Shubman Gill was always destined to play cricket? How did R. Ashwin turn the corner for one of his finest seasons? What are the tragedies and tough times that made Cheteshwar Pujara who he is today?Every moment has a story as well as a back-story where it all started for this team.Boria Majumdar and Kushan Sarkar track that journey, bringing back their life story in flesh and blood.
Mission Possible One-Year Devotional for Young Readers: 365 Days of Encouragement for Living a Life That Counts
by Tim TebowThis 365-day devotional from the New York Times bestselling author and athlete inspires young Christians to find their mission and pursue a bold, bright, fulfilling life—every single day.Life can be hard, and it&’s tempting to settle for the path of comfort, ease, and conformity—just do as you&’re told, be like everyone else, and lower your expectations.But God has other plans for you! A future of meaning and purpose awaits, and Tim Tebow is ready to help you step into it.The two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner, first-round NFL draft pick, former professional baseball player, and bestselling author has spent his entire life beating the odds and achieving the impossible. Through 365 daily readings, Tim will help you . . .• understand your God-given identity• change your M.I.N.D.S.E.T.• give God your pain• make wise choices• do hard thingsIf you&’re ready to make your life count but aren&’t sure where to start or how to keep going, Mission Possible Devotional for Young Readers will show you how to pursue your big dreams with God every day of the year!
Mission Possible Young Reader's Edition: Go Create a Life That Counts
by Tim TebowThe New York Times bestselling author and athlete challenges young Christians to find their mission and pursue a bold, bright, fulfilling life.Do you struggle with self-defeating thoughts? I&’m too young. I&’m not good at anything. Remember that dumb mistake I made last week? My life doesn&’t matter.If so, you&’re not alone. The Enemy wants you to believe you&’re here by accident or have nothing to offer. But that&’s a lie. God has a special plan and purpose for your life. Through your interests, talents, and faith, you can make a positive difference in the world right where you are…right now! Part of the fun is discovering your mission-driven superpowers. While you can&’t fix every problem, God can. With His help, you can bring light to a world that has grown dark and cold.Having a clear impression of your unique, God-given significance provides a sense of purpose that turns an ordinary life into an extraordinary one. So let&’s get started! It&’s never too early to step into your mission-possible life.
Mission Possible: 365 Days of Encouragement for Living a Life That Counts
by Tim TebowThis 365-day devotional from the New York Times bestselling author and athlete reminds young Christians that no one can ever limit or define you once you know your God-given purpose (previously published as Mission Possible One-Year Devotional for Young Readers). Life can be hard, and it&’s tempting to settle for the path of comfort, ease, and conformity—just do as you&’re told, be like everyone else, and lower your expectations. But God has other plans for you! A bold, bright future of meaning and purpose awaits, and Tim Tebow is ready to help you step into it. The two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner, first-round NFL draft pick, former professional baseball player, and bestselling author has spent his entire life beating the odds and achieving the impossible. Through 365 daily readings, Tim will help you . . . • Understand your God-given identity• Change your M.I.N.D.S.E.T.• Give God your pain• Make wise choices• Do hard things If you&’re ready to make your life count but aren&’t sure where to start or how to keep going, Mission Possible: A Daily Devotional for Young Readers will show you how to pursue your big dreams with God every day of the year!
Mission to Seduce
by Sally WentworthHer personal bodyguardAllie had teased him, insulted him, but still she seemed to be stuck with Drake Marsden as her official chaperon! He'd been appointed to look after her during a crucial assignment in Russia, and he refused to leave her side-day or night....Just because Allie was pretty and petite didn't mean she needed Drake's protection! And she simply refused to be seduced by him. At least, that was the idea. Until her twenty-four-hour bodyguard decided the safest place for her was in his bed!