5-Minute Basketball Stories is an action-packed collection of twelve tales about today’s superstars, NBA legends, and the best basketball games of all time. From incredible game-winning dunks, to jaw-dropping world records, to edge-of-your-seat comebacks—each story is perfect for reading aloud in five minutes. Ideal for young fans and future stars, 5-Minute Basketball Stories includes: Steph Curry overcoming doubts to score 17 points in five minutes of overtime Kevin Durant setting a Guinness World Record in India along with over 3,000 kids LeBron James clinching the NBA Championship for the Cleveland Cavaliers for the first time ever Steve Nash surprising opponents with his fast “seven seconds or less” playing style that changed basketball James Naismith using two peach baskets and a couple ladders to invent the world’s fastest-growing sport Michael Jordan making his legendary “Last Shot” in a must-win game for the Chicago Bulls Candace Parker picking up basketball at age 13 to become the best WNBA player of all time The US Dream Team of the world’s best basketball players learning from a shocking loss to win Olympic Gold in 1992 Plus Yao Ming, Andrew Wiggins and Shaquille O’Neal and more…

ESPN basketball analyst and former Duke player Jay Bilas looks at the true meaning of toughness in this New York Times bestselling book that features stories from basketball legends. If anyone knows tough, it’s Jay Bilas. A four-year starter at Duke, he learned a strong work ethic under Coach Mike Krzyzewski. After playing professionally overseas, he returned to Duke, where he served as Krzyzewski’s assistant coach for three seasons, helping to guide the Blue Devils to two national championships. He has since become one of basketball’s most recognizable faces through his insightful analysis on ESPN’s SportsCenter and College GameDay. Through his ups and downs on and off the court, Bilas learned the true meaning of toughness from coaches, teammates, and colleagues. Now, in Toughness, he examines this misunderstood—yet vital—attribute and how it contributes to winning in sports and in life. Featuring never-before-heard stories and personal philosophies on toughness from top players and coaches, including Coach K, Bob Knight, Grant Hill, Mia Hamm, Jon Gruden, Tom Izzo, Roy Williams, Bill Self, Curtis Strange, and many others—Bilas redefines what it takes to succeed.

A basketball asks to be taken outside to play.

Calling all Berenstain Bears fans! Young readers will enjoy this collection of 12 stories in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn how to be good friends, how to play fairly, where to find courage, and much more. The Berenstain Bears 5-Minute Inspirational Stories—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for: Early readers ages 4-8 Reading out loud during story time or bedtime Birthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-library This trusted storybook collection teaches children: How to build courage, create peace, recite prayers, and avoid gossip The importance of loving thy neighbor, humility, and how to honor God The Berenstain Bears 5-Minute Inspirational Stories is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that: Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family Continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of books Is part of one of the bestselling children’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date

Eighteen true stories of unique events in basketball include accounts of the Rio Grande College team, the Harlem Globetrotters, Wilt Chamberlain, and other high scorers and fancy shooters.

Amazon readers say: "...highly recommend and so hilarious that you'll wish flirting and romance were ALWAYS like this ;-)" "You won't be able to stop at just one." Beach Flirts! 5 Romantic Short Stories set in the summer sun on Cape Cod. Fun, sweet, and sassy love stories to squeeze into your busy life. Discover the loose thread that connects the stories and ties up in a perfect, happy ending. Each short story is 9,000-12,000 words in length (or 36-48 typical book pages.) The entire collection is 52,000 words long, (or 208 pages.) Stories include: "Ex On The Beach" She’s trying to forget the fiancé who cancelled their wedding—until she sees her ex on the beach. Heather should be celebrating her first wedding anniversary instead of the first annual Parker Family Reunion. Then she sees her ex on the beach—and he wants her back. Now, their two families will stop at nothing to get them together. But is it too late for love? 10,000 words, or 40 typical book pages. "She’s Hot Now" She never used to get a second look; now Natalie’s the hottie on the beach. Can she handle the heat? After a big weight loss, everyone’s checking out Natalie. She’s not comfortable being the center of attention, especially not around her friend’s gorgeous boyfriend and his pals. But one special guy might just prove looks aren’t everything--even when you do look good. 9,000 words, or 36 typical book pages. "Girls Just Wanna Have Finn" It’s girls' week at the beach--until the hottie from high school shows up. So who gets Finn? When Anna and her gal pals spot a hunk on the beach, she learns he’s a womanizer who hooked up with all her friends back in high school. Now he’s after her. Is he a changed man, or is he still a dog on the prowl? 10,000 words, or 40 typical book pages. "Washed Up" When she saves her dream guy at the beach, he wants something more…. Molly saves a guy washed up on the beach, and discovers he’s the heartthrob from her youth—actor Michael Sullivan. The press makes it look like a blossoming summer romance, and Michael wants Molly to play along. Do happy endings only happen in the movies? 12,000 words, or 48 typical book pages "Hot for Summer" The beach goddesses are after the most eligible bachelor on the shore. So why is he hot for Summer? After losing her job, her guy, and her apartment all in one week, Summer needs a break at her friend’s beach house. But her biggest problem isn’t the snobby beach babes who ignore her, or the old diner she’s trying to save--it's a tall, gorgeous man who has no business being interested in her. Will it be a summer to remember? 9,000 words, or 36 typical book pages Beach Flirts! Just 2.99 for the collection or .99 each for the individual stories. Hot fun in the summer sun…get yours now! Check out the first collection, Flirts! 5 Romantic Short Stories, Holiday Flirts!, Fairy Tale Flirts!, Wedding Flirts!, More Flirts!, Reunion Flirts!, Fairy Tale Flirts 2!, Office Flirts!, and Magic Flirts! Look for Twin Flirts! in early 2015. And don't miss Lisa's Willowdale Romance series.

"Irreverent in approach, these guides include tips and advice from leading authoritimes, aiming to help with life's big decisions and challenges, as well as hobbies. This book should help readers how to watch and understand basketball. "