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  Running the World - A Runner's...

  Robyn Godfrey

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  "Running the World is a captivating tale of inspiration and adventure! It made me feel like if Robyn can do it—maybe I can too!" - Author of Foam, Laurel SenickWhat does it take to run the world—literally and figuratively? 
  For Robyn Godfrey, it meant logging thousands of miles and navigating one of the most transformative decades of her life. Running the World is more than a runner’s travelogue, it’s a memoir of reinvention, resilience, and the conviction that it’s never too late to redefine yourself. 
  Robyn’s story begins not on a start line but in adolescence, as a clumsy, reluctant teen, and later as a mid-life party girl questioning her relationship with alcohol. She wasn’t chasing medals, she was searching for purpose in a life full of contradictions. 
  Everything changed the day she laced up a pair of running shoes. What began as a fitness experiment became a calling. With each step, Robyn discovered a stronger, braver self, one who embraced discomfort and learned to trust her instincts. 
  She then set an audacious goal: conquer all six World Marathon Majors. Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. That quest demanded more than 26.2 miles of training; it required navigating foreign cities, jet lag, cultural surprises, self-doubt, and the emotional weight of life at home. 
  Yet she persevered, running through rain, heat, and snow; training before dawn and after work; crossing finish lines with gratitude and grit. Each city left its mark: cheering crowds in London, carb-loading lessons in Tokyo, Heartbreak Hill’s triumph in Boston, Berlin’s fierce determination, Chicago’s home-field spirit, and New York’s electrifying finale...

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  Fat Girls Hiking - An Inclusive...

  Summer Michaud-Skog

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  “An invaluable guide…Kudos to the author for changing the narrative on inclusiveness, breaking down stereotypes, and building body positivity.” —Booklist From the founder of the Fat Girls Hiking community comes an inclusive, inspiring call to the outdoors for people of all body types, sizes, and backgrounds. In a book brimming with heartfelt stories, practical advice, personal profiles of Fat Girls Hiking community members, and helpful trail reviews, Summer Michaud-Skog creates space for marginalized bodies with an insistent conviction that outdoor recreation should welcome everyone. Whether you’re an experienced or aspiring hiker, you’ll be empowered to hit the trails and find yourself in nature. Trails not scales!

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  The Tao of Pickleball - Master...

  Scott Golden, Jeff Morris

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  Struggle with inconsistency? Unlock the mental, physical, and strategic foundations of pickleball. 
  The Tao of Pickleball blends modern pickleball strategy with proven mental training techniques used in martial arts, giving players a clear path to better performance, confidence, and consistency on the court. 
  Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player, this audiobook teaches practical skills that make the game more enjoyable and more successful:Stay calm and focused under pressureReduce unforced errors and play with confidenceImprove footwork, balance, and reaction timeRead opponents and anticipate shots earlierGenerate effortless power and accuracyBuild a mental game that supports long-term improvement 
  “Jeff and Scott cracked the code on what separates rec players from tournament winners. I use these techniques in pro matches.” 
  — Gabe Tardio, PPA Tour Professional & Doubles Partner to Ben Johns 
  About the Authors 
  Scott Golden is a professional pickleball player, instructor, and broadcast analyst known for helping adult learners improve quickly through smart strategy and efficient technique. Jeff Morris is a tournament gold medalist, performance coach, and lifelong martial artist, translating principles of focus, balance, and flow into practical tools for athletes. 
  The Tao of Pickleball goes beyond instruction—it provides a complete performance framework rooted in both sport science and martial arts wisdom. Ideal for public library collections serving active adults, lifelong learners, sports enthusiasts, and the rapidly growing community of new pickleball players. 
  When skills are equal, the integrated player wins. Learn to play with clarity, confidence, and consistency.

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  Dynasty Restored - How Larry...

  Thomas J. Whalen

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  Ronald Reagan declares the Soviet Union an Evil Empire. The Apple Macintosh personal computer makes its debut. Michael Jackson's Thriller  dominates the charts. And Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics capture the NBA championship over the Los Angeles Lakers. It was 1984, and for the NBA and the nation, the year was full of milestone moments. 
   
   
   
  In Dynasty Restored, Thomas J. Whalen explores this dramatic season. The NBA had been struggling, seen as a minor sports league and suffering from poor attendance, lagging ratings, and drug scandals. The Celtics were beset by locker room turmoil, disruptive coaching, ownership changes, and underperforming stars. But Whalen reveals how that all changed when Bird and his fellow "Big Three" teammates Kevin McHale and Robert Parish, along with newcomer Dennis Johnson, banded together to lift the franchise to its fifteenth world championship and helped transform the league into a global entertainment brand. 
   
   
   
  Dynasty Restored offers insight into the barriers Larry Bird had to overcome to achieve NBA stardom, discusses the tensions that existed between Bird and McHale, and gives a probing analysis of the unique pressures Black Celtics players faced in a post-Boston Busing Crisis environment. And it shows how this singular season turbocharged the Celtics and the professional game to unprecedented heights.

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  The Least Among Them - 29...

  Paul Russell Semendinger

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  The Least Among Them is a most special baseball book that looks at the New York Yankees history in an original, unique, and never before written manner. Throughout their history, the New York Yankees have been defined by the legends and the successes of their most famous players. But, as part of their long history, the Yankees have also fielded players that have become lost to history. This book is those players' story, telling the unique histories of the men whose entire major league baseball career lasted but a single game with that game being played as a New York Yankee. While these players may be forgotten, their stories are compelling. Filled with a unique Yankee history, single game stats, and a love of baseball, The Least Among Them tells the story of baseball's most successful franchise in an entirely new way.

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  Bowling - A Comprehensive Modern...

  James Knott, Andy O'Connor

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  This book is aimed at players and coaches (male & female) of all levels. James Knott and Andrew O'Connor have created a comprehensive and up to date guide to bowling for coaches, players and parents featuring photographs and diagrams along with sixty accessible drills.
  This is an essential guide to the intricate skills required to become a successful bowler for both players and coaches. With input from a wide range of elite players and coaches, past and present, this is an invaluable guide to developing bowling skills for young and old alike.

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