How to Be Like Mike


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Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time. But his pre-eminence is more than just extraordinary athletic ability: the lessons of his life-such as focus, passion, hard work, perseverance and accountability-have shaped him into one of the most revered celebrities of the 20th century. In this inspiring book Pat Williams, motivational speaker and senior vice president of the NBA's Orlando Magic, reveals Jordan's method for living a life of greatness that we can all incorporate into our lives. Fascinating anecdotes and quotes from those who know Michael best provide a glimpse into a persona as sweeping and immense as any generation has ever witnessed. Peppered with examples from Williams's life and those of other star athletes and celebrities, this uplifting book shows that we are, indeed, all capable of fulfilling our full potential. Readers from all walks of life can appreciate and aspire to living life like a champion.




Don't Be Like Mike: Volume One


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Don't Be Like Mike is a comedic collection of short stories that may make you think twice before you choose to imitate Mike. Or that will at least help you learn how to deal with your Mike.




Don't Be Like Mike: Volume Two


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Here in Volume Two, Mike takes things even further. Now going beyond bizarre and into the danger zone. Follow along as his whacky adventures pit him against everything from wildlife to the very laws of nature. It's bound to be a good time romp.




Unguarded


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An unflinching memoir from the six-time NBA Champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and Hall of Famer, revealing how Scottie Pippen, the youngest of twelve, overcame two family tragedies and universal disregard by college scouts to become an essential component of the greatest basketball dynasty of the last fifty years.




First in Thirst


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Gatorade invented the sports drink 40 years ago, and it has been first in the marketplace (by a long shot) ever since. But itâ¬"s more than just a thirst quencher and a dominant brand. First in Thirst is the story of a phenomenon that grew from the practice fields of college football into a true icon of the way we play, watch, and experience sports⬔from the Pee Wees to the pros. Published to coincide with the 40th anniversary of Gatoradeâ¬"s invention, First in Thirst is equally a sports story, from its invention and testing with the University of Florida Gators to the â¬Sgatorade bath⬠and its near-universal appeal to athletes, coaches and sports fans everywhere.




Ebony


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EBONY is the flagship magazine of Johnson Publishing. Founded in 1945 by John H. Johnson, it still maintains the highest global circulation of any African American-focused magazine.




The Legend of Michael Jordan


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"Not every flying hero has a cape." —Michael Jordan Essential facts and stories all young basketball fans should know, plus inspiring quotes and brilliant photos Michael Jordan left his mark on the game as a larger-than-life competitor who dazzled the world, pushed the boundaries of his sport, and never settled for anything less than the best. The Chicago Bulls legend is known as the greatest basketball player of all time, but he is so much more than just an athlete. The man who made fans want to "Be Like Mike" revolutionized the world of sports, is an ambassador for the game around the world, and serves as a role model to millions.? In The Legend of Michael Jordan, readers will learn about MJ's early days growing up in North Carolina, his six championships with the Chicago Bulls, the impact he had on fashion and pop culture, and his burning desire to win.? This must-own book is a great way to introduce young ballers to basketball's Greatest of All Time. Other titles in this series: The Legend of Kobe Bryant




The Book of Drugs


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Recounts the addiction and recovery of the world-renowned solo artist and former lead singer and songwriter of Soul Coughing.




Don't Be Like Me!


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Don’t Be Like Me By: Charles Shorter From a broken home, with loving parents, to a mischievous young boy who did whatever he felt like doing, he grew into a young man who became the prime suspect in all of the crimes of his hometown, and an inmate who spent many years in the county jail. As a man, he became a convict, spending most of his adult life in prison. Today, he’s a man who cares deeply about the next generations to come, to inspire the young men who think they have it rough. Don’t Be Like Me details the struggles, the battles in the streets to survive, the hardships of growing up in the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, right into the twenty-first century. To all the young people who read these words, listen closely, live your life, and be all you can be, follow your dreams, and don’t be like me.




Don’t Go Back to Sleep


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Dr. Paul presents an inspiring book that will invigorate both young dreamers and those in transitional periods seeking to find their True North. He pulls back the curtain on the motivational coaching game and has curated a wide range of perspectives along with a compilation of fantastic quotes as you travel between the two covers of this text. Whether you need a push to get going, a redirection or an affirmation that you are on the path...this book is for YOU!