Many sports legends have written books for children. Dennis Rodman and Carmelo Antony are among them. Bleacher Report compiled a list containing these athletes who wrote books to children. Below is the list of some of today's most popular sports stars who published books for children. Start reading the list! You might find inspiration for your next novel!
Jonah Lomu’s autobiography
A decade ago, the rugby hero Jonah Lomu published his autobiography. This memoir tells of his life before and after joining the All Blacks. Jonah Lomu, one of the first rugby celebrities to truly be recognized internationally, is still a key figure in the game. How did he deal with the All Blacks' departure? He will he be able keep up the high standards he has set for himself?
Holmes books by Kareem AbdulJabbar
Mycroft Holmes is a mystery novel written by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (author of Sherlock Holmes), the character, Mycroft Holmes is fictional. Mycroft, the older brother to the famous British detective, solves a case in his early career as a government official. It is Abdul-Jabbar’s inaugural adult novel.
Dominque Mocceanu's book
Dominque Moceanu's memoir Off Balance, based on her own life, is an interesting read for people interested in the world of elite gymnastics. Her parents are Romanian immigrants, and her father, Dumitru, was a prodigy gymnast who ruled his household with an iron fist. When Moceanu was ten, his family moved to Houston, Texas. There, Moceanu was mentored by Bela Karolyi (also a well-known gymnastics coach).
Hope Solo's new book
Hope Solo is a U.S. woman's soccer player whose story deserves to be told. Born to a single mother, Solo grew up separated from her convict father, who she remained distant from until she was a teenager. Hope Solo was born to Hope Solo after Hope Solo's mother visited her husband. Solo reconciled herself with her father as she was a leading contender for the U.S. team's national soccer championship.
Louis Zamperini’s Book
A World War II veteran and Olympic distance runner, Louis Silvie Zamperini's book will captivate readers with stories of his incredible achievements. A high school runner, Louis took up running at an early age, and eventually qualified for the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He finished eighth in a 5,000-meter race. This was also the time he set a new lap mark. This inspirational memoir will be a must read for all runners!