Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories

Ever since James turned old enough to drive, he's wanted to enter his Ford Focus ST in the street races downtown.

An Acura Integra has been in Penny's family's garage for years.

April Sinclair just wants what any normal thirteen-year-old would want: to disown her parents and obnoxious little sisters; to escape to summer camp ASAP with her two best friends, Billy and Brynn; and to make a good impression on Matt Parker, the hot new boy next door.

The Dino-Wrestling Jamboree is ON!

Miguel Cabrera always knew that he wanted to be a baseball player.

When Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg was picked first in the 2009 Major League Baseball (MLB) draft, some people called him the most-hyped young pitcher ever.

Justin Verlander has been one of the top pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) since he joined the Detroit Tigers in 2006.

"e;Tim Tebow is a one-man cultural blitz,"e; reports USA TODAY, The Nation's No.

Lena Blackburne loved baseball.

"e;There are no baths at camp!

As a defender for the Fraser High girls soccer team, Addie used to be ready for anything.

Between finishing late school projects and looking after her brothers and sister, Faith Patel barely has time to play soccer.

Since they were six-year-olds, Madison and Dayton have had soccer sync.

It's the start of a new soccer season, and Lacy Sheridan is anxious.

Alyssa Duncan is a beast on the soccer field.

In 1936, the New York Yankees wanted to test a hot prospect named Joe DiMaggio to see if he was ready for the big leagues.

It had been only twenty-four hours since Mighty Casey struck out, plunging fans of the Mudville team into gloom and despair.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is one of the most successful players in NFL history.

Yao Ming is a force on the basketball court.

Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent.

Think you know all there is to know about Tom Brady?

When Tim Tebow left the University of Florida in 2010, many people didn't think he would be good enough to play quarterback in the NFL.

Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews has had incredible success in just a few years in the NFL.

Wide receiver Calvin Johnson was chosen by the Detroit Lions with the second pick in the 2007 National Football League (NFL) draft.

Whether he's soaring through the air for a powerful slam dunk, threading the ball to a teammate for a key shot, or launching a new pair of Nikes, the Miami Heat's LeBron James is one of the most exciting athletes in the world.

The Boston Marathon, a race of 26.

An "e;articulate, authoritative"e; account of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (Kirkus Reviews).

Jet Flashfeet, Chuck Cobracrusher, Donnie Dragonjab, and Bruce Willowhammer .

CATCHING-101: The Complete Guide for Baseball Catchers is the most comprehensive book ever written for baseball catchers.

**Winner of 2020 Northern Lights Book Awards Author/Illustrator Category**The sweet story of being invisible and becoming seen.

Ken Puckett was a typical fifteen year old growing up in a small town, USA.

James Kelly is a natural athlete who lives to play Little League baseball.

Somewhere in the north, where the winters are long, the adults decide to brighten their children's days by creating snow figures.

Learn about the incredible life of Rafa Nadal, the dedicated sportsperson who's tenacity and drive has inspired young athletes across the world.

Hannah must rely on her survival instincts to endure a brutal ice storm and save her family.

Hannah must rely on her survival instincts to endure a brutal ice storm and save her family.

2020 Red Maple Fiction Award - Shortlisted * 2021 Chocolate Lily Award - Winner"e;The fast-paced and suspenseful plot will keep readers rooting for Owen, Arturo, and the others.

2020 Red Maple Fiction Award - Shortlisted * 2021 Chocolate Lily Award - Winner"e;The fast-paced and suspenseful plot will keep readers rooting for Owen, Arturo, and the others.

Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award - Winner, Young Adult * High Plains Book Award - Winner, Young Adult * Red Maple Fiction Award - Shortlisted * Snow Willow Award - ShortlistedSadia wishes life in high school was as straightforward as a game of basketball.

Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award - Winner, Young Adult * High Plains Book Award - Winner, Young Adult * Red Maple Fiction Award - Shortlisted * Snow Willow Award - ShortlistedSadia wishes life in high school was as straightforward as a game of basketball.

Nominated for the 2019 Red Maple Fiction AwardWhen Tristan s dad disappears, he puts his tracking skills to the test to find him but will Tristan s talents save him if it turns out to be a trap?

Nominated for the 2019 Red Maple Fiction AwardWhen Tristan s dad disappears, he puts his tracking skills to the test to find him but will Tristan s talents save him if it turns out to be a trap?

Presenting the three titles in the Ballet School Confidential series, which follows a group of friends (and sometimes adversaries) during their time attending the Vancouver International Ballet Academy.

Runner Up: Golden Eagle Children's Choice Book Award Shortlisted: 2012 Manitoba Young Readers Choice Awards Mike Watson's team has just won the Alberta Bantam Provincial box lacrosse championships.

The students of VIBA face a new ballet, potential scholarships, and increasing drama within the academy.

The students of VIBA face a new ballet, potential scholarships, and increasing drama within the academy.

Rana's on the team - but is he still all alone?

Fifteen-year-old Danny is a troubled kid, and trouble always seems to follow him.

Follow four young dancers in their first semester at the Vancouver International Ballet Academy while they work toward careers as professional ballet dancers.

When Hawk's baseball coach tells him how Babe Ruth hit his first professional home run nearby, the question arises: what happened to the baseball?