Books with title Comeback Kids

An MLB All-Star’s true story of losing an arm to cancer—and finding strength through his faith—gives “new depth and meaning to the word comeback” (The New York Times). In one of the most memorable moments of Major League Baseball, Dave Dravecky of the San Francisco Giants pitched a winning game less than a year after undergoing cancer surgery on his pitching arm. But his comeback was short-lived. Just five days after his winning game, Dravecky broke his arm—and would later lose it entirely as the cancer returned. Dravecky’s true comeback would come later, as a bestselling author and inspirational speaker offering strength, hope, and comfort inspired by Christian teachings and his own experience with suffering and loss. This book recounts the thrilling details of Dravecky’s two comebacks—from his early baseball career and brief return to the pitching mound to his ultimate triumph over adversity through unflagging determination and deep faith. “Dave Dravecky was young, popular, celebrated and at the height of his powers when life threw him a curveball he never could have imagined. . . . There is an inspirational tone to the book, as well as the wit and flavor common to baseball, when Mr. Dravecky gives anecdotes about teammates and managers and offers a few insider’s tips about the sport.” —The New York Times “This is first a baseball book: details of his career are provided; the description of the comeback victory over the Reds is particularly effective. The other story here is one of a battle with cancer. It will be excellent reading for others battling the disease. Dravecky finds much of his strength in his religious beliefs, and the work is also a testimonial to that faith.” —Library Journal

As if an equestrian competition isn’t enough, Lauren also has to fight for her status as It-girl in this addition to the Canterwood Crest series.Lauren is about to be tested in more ways than one. Not only does she have to participate in a competition that will determine her future at Canterwood, someone from Lauren’s past makes an extremely unexpected appearance in her new life. Can she handle it all—or will cracks start to show in her new It-girl armor?

As if an equestrian competition isn’t enough, Lauren also has to fight for her status as It-girl in this addition to the Canterwood Crest series.Lauren is about to be tested in more ways than one. Not only does she have to participate in a competition that will determine her future at Canterwood, someone from Lauren’s past makes an extremely unexpected appearance in her new life. Can she handle it all—or will cracks start to show in her new It-girl armor?

POSITIVE AND INSPIRATIONAL STORY FOR BOYS AND GIRLS: The Comeback Kid shares the story of a young boy who is forced to move to the other side of the country and start a new life, a new school and make new friends. Join him on his journey and learn how his love of baseball closes the cross country gap for this East Coast boy. For Rowland Smart, baseball is his love and passion. After finally taking his game to the next level, with his best friend by his side, Rowland is uprooted from his comfortable surroundings in Woonsocket, Rhode Island and forced to move 2,500 miles across the country to Flagstaff, Arizona, because his father is transferred for a new job. Suddenly, Rowland is leaving everything and everyone he ever knew. Being an outsider, baseball becomes the bridge from one coast to the next. Through America's past-time, and Rowland's ultimate passion, he begins to meet friends. However, while he was on the top of the world on the East Coast, he must now start his climb back up the ladder on the West Coast. Follow the trials and tribulations of Rowland and his cat Mickey as he adjusts to his move, attends a new school, and meets new friends. While it may have been difficult to start his life over, Rowland’s love and passion of baseball becomes the bridge that closed the gap from the East Coast to the West Coast as he returns to baseball stardom in the land of the sun. Larger 7 in. x 10 in. softcover book edition makes it easier for children to hold and read. Special extended edition includes 9 pages of baseball themed coloring pages and activities for added fun.BONUS ACTIVITY PAGES INCLUDE:Baseball Themed Word Search5 Baseball Themed Coloring PagesPrompts for children to:List their favorite sports and activitiesDraw and color-in the state where they liveDraw and color a picture of their best friendThe Comeback Kid Book is perfect for the little slugger in your life and makes a great gift.OTHER BOOK DETAILS:AGES: Ideal for Girls and Boys ages 7 - 12PAGES: 119 PagesCOVER: Soft Cover with Glossy FinishBINDING: Professional Book Grade Binding - Pages cannot be removedIDEAL: Makes a wonderful edition for a baseball themed gift basket

As if an equestrian competition isn’t enough, Lauren also has to fight for her status as It-girl in this addition to the Canterwood Crest series.Lauren is about to be tested in more ways than one. Not only does she have to participate in a competition that will determine her future at Canterwood, someone from Lauren’s past makes an extremely unexpected appearance in her new life. Can she handle it all—or will cracks start to show in her new It-girl armor?

Ria is rich, slim, pretty, popular. If you only knew her at school, you'd think she led a charmed life -- and until recently you'd have been right. But her situation has taken a sudden, unfortunate change. Her parents' seemingly perfect marriage has broken up, and before she's had a chance to absorb the blow, her beloved father disappears in a plane crash. What's worse, rumors begin to surface that he may have perpetrated a multimillion-dollar investment scam and everybody -- Ria's mother, her best friends, even her boyfriend -- believes them. Ria sees no choice but to take her little brother and run.†She vows to keep the memory of her father alive. Soon, though, she begins to wonder: is her memory playing tricks on her, or is he?

Ria is rich, slim, pretty, popular. If you only knew her at school, you'd think she led a charmed life―and until recently you'd have been right. But her situation has taken a sudden, unfortunate change. Her parents' seemingly perfect marriage has broken up, and before she's had a chance to absorb the blow, her beloved father disappears in a plane crash. What's worse, rumors begin to surface that he may have perpetrated a multimillion-dollar investment scam and everybody―Ria's mother, her best friends, even her boyfriend―believes them. Ria sees no choice but to take her little brother and run. She vows to keep the memory of her father alive. Soon, though, she begins to wonder: is her memory playing tricks on her―or is he? Also available in Spanish or French.