Books with author Alan Rossiter

A very special title for a very special athlete: hockey enthusiasts both young and old will grab this engrossing biography of Mario Lemieux. Wonderfully researched, beautifully written, and most of all, filled with an exciting collection of color action photographs, it captures Lemieux's unique skills throughout his stellar career. When this hockey superstar announced his return to the NHL in December 2000 after a three-year absence, no one doubted that he would once again become the most explosive scorer in the league. No player has anything like his history of spectacular comebacks, from injury and even cancer. And, when he graced hockey once again with his brilliance, he set another new record: not only does he play for the Pittsburgh Penguins, he's also the owner!

Master goal scoring the way the pros do it! Follow the action photos and expert instructions that show how today's great snipers have mastered the art of slamming the puck into the net. It's like attending a clinic. You learn every aspect you need to know: accurate shooting, quick passing, skilled stick handling, puck control in every situation, reading the defense, and winning faceoffs. Discover the secrets of the top sharpshooters, how they find openings, how they score with sudden shots from the outside and in heavy traffic close to the net, and how they handle breakaways. On every page you get fully illustrated expert advice on how to develop each skill, as instructions from pro coaches, stars, and tacticians show you what it takes to get to the top. Here's everything you need to know--from avoiding mistakes and eliminating bad habits to keeping your head in the game. In addition, famous NHL sharpshooters like Brett Hull, Joe Sakic, and Paul Karlya tell you what it's like to be a champion, and let you in on the secrets of their success. 64 pages (all in color), 8 x 10.

If you're just starting out playing hockey, let the stars, coaches, and strategists of the NHL show you how to master goaltending and play the game the way the pros do it. See how the great goaltenders have mastered all aspects of defending the net. On every page you get full-color close-up action photos of goalies in game situations--both the pros and kids of all ages--that show you exactly what to do. Study the various playing styles and techniques, the proper angles and movements, the right ways to play screen shots, defend against odd-man rushes, and handle the puck in a variety of game situations. Alongside the action photos, expert commentary clearly explains what's being done, why, and how you can do it. Learn to master the head game, develop the proper attitude, deal with fear, stay in condition, care for your equipment. Best of all, you get personal tips from famous NHL goalies like Patrick Roy, Felix Potvin, and Bill Ranford, who tell you what it's like to be a champion, and encourage you to become one. 64 pages (all in color), 8 x 10.