Sports Publishing LLC Bestsellers: Week of 12-2-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 12/2/2007
1.		Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions The Boston Herald
2.		Rayzor's Edge: Rob Ray's Tough Life on the Ice Rob Ray with Budd Bailey
3.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
4.		A Tradition of Purple: An Inside Look at the Minnesota Vikings Jim Bruton
5.		Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice Glenn Chico Resch with Mike Kerwick
6.		Game of My Life: Washington Tom Mackie
7.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Bob Gordon
8.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
9.		When March Went Mad Tim Peeler
10.		Game of My Life: Kentucky Ryan Clark
* From Nielsen BookScan.

SP Bestsellers: week of 11-25-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 11/25/2007
1.		Rayzor's Edge: Rob Ray's Tough Life on the Ice Rob Ray with Budd Bailey
2.		Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions The Boston Herald
3.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
4.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Bob Gordon
5.		Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice Glenn Chico Resch with Mike Kerwick
6.		Game of My Life: Washington Tom Mackie
7.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
8.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
9.		Tales from the Mets Dugout Bruce Markusen
10.		Game of My Life: Florida Pat Dooley
* From Nielsen BookScan.

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SP Bestsellers: Week of 11-18-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 11/18/2007
1.		Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions The Boston Herald
2.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
3.		Rayzor's Edge Rob Ray with Budd Bailey
4.		Game of My Life: Washington Redskins Tom Mackie
5.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Bob Gordon
6.		Game of My Life: Duke Al Featherston
7.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
8.		Game of My Life: Green Bay Chuck Carlson
9.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
10.		Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice Glenn Chico Resch with Mike Kerwick
* From Nielsen BookScan.

SP Bestsellers: week of 11-11-2007

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 11/11/2007
1.		Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions The Boston Herald
2.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
3.		Rayzor's Edge Rob Ray with Budd Bailey
4.		Game of My Life: Washington Redskins Tom Mackie
5.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
6.		Game of My Life: San Francisco 49ers Dennis Georgatos
7.		Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice Glenn Chico Resch with Mike Kerwick
8.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Eagles Bob Gordon
9.		Tom Kelly's Tales from the USC Trojans Tom Kelly with Tom Hoffarth
10.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
* From Nielsen BookScan.

SP Bestsellers: week of 11-4-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 11/4/2007
1.		Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions The Boston Herald
2.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
3.		Game of My Life: Washington Tom Mackie
4.		Game of My Life: Florida Pat Dooley
5.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Bob Gordon
6.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
7.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
8.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
9.		Bob Miller's Tales from the Los Angeles Kings Bob Miller with Randy Schultz
10.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Game of My Life: Duke

Game of My Life: Duke
Memorable Stories of Blue Devil Basketball
Al Featherston

DESCRIPTION

Several former Blue Devil players who have worn the legendary Duke uniform share their fondest single-game experience and memories. Some of these games involve championships, while others have extraordinary personal meaning. In each case, it is the player who singles out the game, the moment in time that to him is the most defining of his Duke career. The book features heroes like Dick Groat, Art Heyman, Johnny Dawkins, Danny Ferry, Christian Laettner, Shane Battier, Jason Williams, J.J. Redick, Grant Hill, Billy King, Mike Gminski, and Jay Bilas.

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Game of My Life: Kentucky

Game of My Life: Kentucky
Memorable Stories of Wildcat Basketball
Ryan Clark

DESCRIPTION

Before every important basketball game in Kentucky, a murmur builds from the hills of Harlan to the city parks of Louisville: “Do the Wildcats have what it takes to win the big one?” That question has been pondered by University of Kentucky fans for ages. Finally, there’s a book that points the question at the players themselves.

In Game of My Life: Kentucky, author Ryan Clark talks to those players at the heart and soul of the Big Blue, sharing each player’s extensive thoughts on the biggest game of his college career. Louisville native Derek Anderson remembers his greatest test against the Wildcats’ chief in-state rival, the Cardinals. Evansville, Indiana native Walter McCarty describes his breakout game, which came in a legendary comeback against LSU that he still uses to motivate himself today. And Lexington native Goose Givens recalls how he was able to deliver UK’s greatest clutch performance in the 1978 NCAA title game against Duke.

All told, 30 former Wildcats—a Who’s Who list including legends like Ralph Beard, Louie Dampier, Rick Robey, Sam Bowie, Jamal Mashburn, Tony Delk, Scott Padgett, and Tayshaun Prince—relive their defining moment at Kentucky. Each hand-picked story—told in the player’s own voice—is sure to provide Kentucky fans with a new appreciation for the grandest games in Big Blue lore.

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Rayzor's Edge

Rayzor's Edge
Rob Ray's Tough Life on the Ice
Rob Ray with Budd Bailey

DESCRIPTION

Rob Ray was known as one of the NHL’s toughest players of the 1990’s. The right wing played 13 seasons for the Buffalo Sabres, earning the reputation as his team’s enforcer. Ray was known for his unique, “jersey-off” fighting style, and during his years in Buffalo he starred on some of the greatest Sabres teams ever. Led by head coach Lindy Ruff and goalie Dominik Hasek, the Sabres advanced to the Stanley Cup finals in 1998-99. In this book Ray shares his many humorous and insightful behind-the-scenes stories from his Sabres career.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rob Ray played parts of 14 NHL seasons, 13 with the Buffalo Sabres. Known as an enforcer throughout his career, the NHL awarded Ray the King Clancy Memorial Trophy for his leadership and humanitarian contributions in the Buffalo and Western New York area in 1999. After his retirement in 2004, Ray returned to Buffalo where he currently works as a contributor to Sabres television broadcasts.

Budd Bailey is a graduate of Syracuse University who has worked for The Buffalo News for many years, including several seasons as the Sabres beat writer.

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USA TODAY Year in Sports 2007

USA TODAY Year in Sports 2007
USA TODAY

DESCRIPTION
The best games, the biggest stories, the brightest stars. From football on New Year’s Day to the final out of the World Series, USA TODAY Year in Sports 2007 has it covered, providing the answer to the age-old question: What to get for the sports fan who has it all?

The year 2007 brought a host of fresh faces into the sports world, from Dice-K and Lewis Hamilton to Angel Cabrera and a filly named Rags to Riches. Some required little introduction, like Mr. and Mrs. David Beckham. One in particular—Rick Ankiel—revisited us as a flash from the past, then made his case to stick around for a while. And some familiar stars sought out new beginnings: Kevin Garnett, Randy Moss and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

It was a year for milestones, too. Bobby Knight won No. 880. Lorena Ochoa won her first major. Brett Favre threw No. 421. The Florida Gators toppled Ohio State in the big game not once, but twice. And in a wonderful year for the long ball, three major leaguers passed 500.

Several enduring storylines became a part of our daily water cooler discussion. Was Michael Vick really guilty of the heinous allegations? Was Floyd Landis becoming cycling’s sacrificial pig? Would Joe Torre be back in pinstripes next year? When would Bonds break the record, and would an asterisk be necessary?

The losses, from Barbaro to Bill Walsh, were particularly poignant. So too were the snapshots from one of sports’ sadder moments: teams of collegians in Blacksburg returning to the field less than a week after the Virginia Tech mass murder.

But on the whole, the Year in Sports gave us reason to smile. We were reminded of one thing that is hard to forget: an upset is grounds for celebration. Our series of reminders came from the likes of Appalachian State, Virginia Commonwealth and the Golden State Warriors.

Welcome to the stories that shaped our Year in Sports.

ABOUT THE NEWSPAPER:
USA TODAY is the No. 1 National Newspaper for sports enthusiasts. Founded in 1982 and devoted to covering news from all 50 states and around the world, it is read by over 5 million readers daily.

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When March Went Mad

When March Went Mad
Tim Peeler

DESCRIPTION

North Carolina State’s 1983 NCAA national championship ranks as one of the truly amazing Cinderella stories in the history of college basketball. The Wolfpack, coached by Jim Valvano, entered March of 1983 as a long shot to even make the NCAA Tournament field. They went on a wild six-game win streak that culminated with an upset win over Houston’ Phi-Slama-Jama team in the national championship game. This book, told through the eyes and memories of several players and coaches, takes fans back through that magical and unforgettable month in 1983.
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Tales from the Toronto Maple Leafs

Tales from the Toronto Maple Leafs
David Shoalts

DESCRIPTION

The glory years of the Toronto Maple Leafs – four Stanley Cups in the 1960’s – may be distant memories. What the team lacks in recent accomplishments, however, is made up for by their history, which is rich in drama, pathos, and, most of all, humour. Figures connected to the Maple Leafs from the 1950’s to the present offer their best stories, including some new takes on the team’s legends. Players, coaches, broadcasters, and team executives come together to share a long list of funny anecdotes about their time with the Leafs.
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Pat Williams' Tales from the Philadelphia 76ers

Pat Williams' Tales from the Philadelphia 76ers
Pat Williams with Gordon Jones

DESCRIPTION

The Sixers won 65 games and an NBA championship in 1982-83, still one of the finest seasons in NBA history. It was Moses Malone who, in the days before the playoffs, gave the team its battle cry. Asked by coach Billy Cunningham how he thought things would go in the playoffs, Moses said, “Fo’, fo’, fo’” – meaning, in Moses’ shorthand, that he expected the Sixers to sweep each of the three series they would need to play in order to win a championship. In Pat Williams’ Tales from the 76ers, the former Sixers general manager writes about those Sixers – the transcendent talents (and personalities like Julius Erving, Bobby Jones, Maurice Cheeks, and Andrew Toney) that made them special, the years of heartache that preceded the championship run, and a season that was surprisingly devoid of drama. (Order Now!)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Pat Williams, senior vice president of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, is the author of 42 books. The general manager of the 76ers from 1974 to 1986, he previously held front-office positions with the Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks, as well as Major League Baseball’s Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins. He and his wife Ruth are the parents of 19 children, 14 of them adopted from four foreign countries. Pat Williams resides in Winter Park, FL. Past titles include How to Be Like Mike: Life Lessons about Basketball's Best (HCI, 2001), How to Be Like Jesus: Lessons for Following in His Footsteps (HCI, 2003), and How to Be Like Women of Influence: Life Lessons from 20 of the Greatest (HCI, 2003).

Gordon Jones is a sports columnist for The Morning Call in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He resides in Lititz, PA.

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SP Bestsellers: week of 10-28-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 10/28/2007
1.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
2.		Game of My Life: San Francisco Dennis Georgatos
3.		Game of My Life: New York Giants Ken Palmer
4.		Tales from the New York Giants Paul Schwartz
5.		Game of My Life: Philadelphia Bob Gordon
6.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
7.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
8.		Tales from the Virginia Tech Sidelines Chris Colston
9.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
10.		Game of My Life: Washington Tom Mackie
* From Nielsen BookScan.

SP Bestsellers: Week of 10-21-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 10/21/2007
1.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
2.		Tales from the New York Giants Paul Schwartz
3.		Tales from the Virginia Tech Sidelines Chris Colston
4.		Bill Rosinski's Tales from the Carolina Panthers Bill Rosinski with Pat Yasinskas
5.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
6.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
7.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
8.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
9.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
10.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions

Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions
The Boston Herald

Description
In the tradition of previous World Series championship books from Sports Publishing, Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions takes readers through the Red Sox’ run to their second World Series championship in four seasons. Filled with quality color photography, the book highlights many moments of glory from the regular season, from Boston’s five April wins over the rival New York Yankees through a September hot streak that secured the American League’s Eastern Division title. There are lengthy sections on the playoff sweep of the Angels and the Red Sox’ come-from-behind, seven-game triumph over the Cleveland Indians in the National League Championship series. Profile sections help readers get to know key Red Sox such as outfielder Josh Beckett, Curt Schilling, Manny Ramirez, Daisuke Matsuzaka, David Ortiz, and others.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
The Boston Herald is a daily newspaper published in Boston, Massachusetts, and distributed throughout New England. Its circulation exceeds 200,000 copies daily. The Herald boasts some of the more prominent sports writers in the area, including baseball columnists Steve Buckley and Tony Massarotti.

2007 * 128 pp * color photos throughout
8.5 x 11 inches hardcover

SP Bestsellers: Week of 10-14-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 10/14/2007
1.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
2.		Tales from the New York Giants Paul Schwartz
3.		Tales from the Virginia Tech Sidelines Chris Colston
4.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
5.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
6.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
7.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
8.		Bill Walsh: Remembering The Genius Susan Moyer
9.		Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days Dale Grdnic
10.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice

Chico Resch's Tales from the Devils Ice
Glenn Chico Resch with Mike Kerwick

Description:

From the moment Dr. John McMullen brought professional hockey to New Jersey to the moment Scott Stevens lifted the Stanley Cup over his head for the third time, the Garden State has been in love with its New Jersey Devils. In Chico Resch’s Tales from the Devils Ice, former New Jersey goalie Chico Resch and co-author Mike Kerwick bring readers along for a wild ride from the lean early seasons to the three Stanley Cup championships. The book has it all, including details about John MacLean’s game winner against Chicago, the goal that propelled the Devils into the playoffs for the first time; Ken Daneyko’s emotional curtain call in Game 7 of the 2003 Stanley Cup Finals; and Martin Brodeur’s yearly playoff dominance. Resch and Kerwick spent the 2003-04 season talking to players past and present, searching for the stories behind the stories. They provide answers to questions like: Why did teammates shove a shaving-cream pie in defenseman Colin White’s face during a practice in Columbus? Why did Garry Howatt serve as an official linesman while he was still on the Devils roster? And why did Kirk Muller receive a phony subpoena when he was a little late paying for auto body work on his car? Fans will not have to wonder about questions like those any longer. Chico Resch’s Tales from the Devils Ice is an easy skate through Devils history, revealing insights behind the stories fans have heard and many others they have not heard until now.
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SP Bestsellers: Week of 10-7-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 10/7/2007
1.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
2.		Bill Walsh: Remembering The Genius Susan Moyer
3.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
4.		Game of My Life: Florida Pat Dooley
5.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
6.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
7.		Tales from the New York Giants Paul Schwartz
8.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
9.		Sid Brooks' Tales from the San Diego Chargers Locker Room Sid Brooks with Gerri Brooks
10.		Pat Jones' Tales from the Oklahoma State Sidelines Pat Jones with Jimmie Tramel
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Game of My Life: San Francisco 49ers

Game of My Life: San Francisco
Memorable Stories of 49ers Football
Dennis Georgatos

DESCRIPTION

Gary Plummer was still fuming over a botched play, unaware that redemption was only seconds away. Steve Young made good on football’s grandest stage to finally break free of Joe Montana’s shadow. Jerry Rice played a central role in the drama of Montana’s greatest Super Bowl drive. Dwight Hicks had a hand in the victory that helped set the course toward the 49ers’ first championship.

These players and many others, along with Hall of Fame Coach Bill Walsh, helped shape the club’s fate over its 61-year history. In this book, the players and Coach Walsh recall the games that mattered most, both to them and to the team. The 49ers dominated the NFL during a 20-year run that began when Walsh led them to their first league title in 1981. As the years passed, they continued winning, adding four more Super Bowl titles along the way.

But the story of this team goes beyond the winning and the championships. There are the 49ers pioneers whose play and personality in the team’s formative years helped forge bonds that endure today. The legacy of players such as Joe Perry and Gordy Soltau lives on in their modern counterparts, from Roger Craig and Jerry Rice to Garrison Hearst and Bryant Young. They are the forbears of an ever-changing group striving to follow in the footsteps of a championship legacy and a tradition born on the gridiron, marked by great games and great players, many of them showcased in Game of My Life: San Francisco 49ers.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dennis Georgatos was raised in the Northern California town of Pleasanton, where he learned to play football on tree-lined streets as the favorite receiver of his older brother, Dean. A 1978 graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, he has been a reporter for United Press International, the Associated Press, and The San Jose Mercury News for more than 25 years. He covered the 49ers for AP and The Mercury News for the past 16 years, a tumultuous span that included the team’s fifth Super Bowl title, an ownership change, the dawn of the salary cap era, the crumbling of a dynasty, and the struggle to reclaim past glory. Georgatos is also the author of an anecdotal history of the team titled Stadium Stories: San Francisco 49ers (2005).

2007 * 256 pp * b/w photos throughout
6 x 9 hardcover

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Game of My Life: Washington

Game of My Life: Washington
Memorable Stories of Redskins Football
Tom Mackie

DESCRIPTION

Several prominent players who have worn the legendary Redskins’ helmet share their fondest single-game experience and memories. Sam Huff, Billy Kilmer, Larry Brown, Pat Fischer, Len Hauss, Mike Bass, Roy Jefferson, Ron McDole, Diron Talbert, Don Bosseler, “Bullet” Bill Dudley, Joe Jacoby, Rick Walker, Joe Washington, Jeff Bostic, Joe Theismann, Ken Harvey, Mike Nelms, Doug Williams, and Dexter Manley are among the former players profiled in this unique book. It provides an in-depth look into the men and games that helped shape and build the legendary Washington Redskins’ franchise.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tom Mackie is a freelance writer and member of the Pro Football Writers Association of America. He has covered the NFL for a number of publications and media outlets since 1998, including the Washington Redskins. Currently he covers the Redskins and several other NFL teams on the East Coast for American Sports Media. Mackie resides in Princeton, NJ. Past titles include Floyd Little’s Tales from the Denver Broncos (Sports Publishing, 2006).

2007 * 256 * b/w photos throughout
6 x 9 inches hardcover

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Tom Kelly's Tales from the USC Trojans

Tom Kelly's Tales from the USC Trojans
Tom Kelly with Tom Hoffarth

DESCRIPTION

Tom Kelly, the legendary signature voice of USC sports for nearly five decades, takes Trojan fans on a journey of tales, anecdotes, and previously untold stories from and about many of the greatest coaches, players, teams, and games in USC football history, as well as other sports. During his 40+ year run, the Trojans boasted five Heisman Trophy winners, won five national championships, played in 14 Rose Bowls, and appeared in 24 overall bowl games. Kelly, who won five Golden Mike Awards and was named California’s Sportscaster of the Year three times, is a member of USC’s Hall of Fame.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Tom Kelly was the lead television and radio broadcaster for USC sports for more than four decades. During that time, his voice became synonymous with Trojan sports in Southern California. He is a member of the USC Hall of Fame and the Southern California Sports Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. Kelly resides in Encino, CA.

Tom Hoffarth, a USC graduate and former assistant sports editor for the Daily Trojan, covers sports media for the Los Angeles Daily News, where he has worked since 1992. Hoffarth resides in Redondo Beach, CA.

2007 * 192 pp * b/w photos throughout
5.5 x 8.25 hardcover

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Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days

Pittsburgh Steelers Glory Days
Dale Grdnic

DESCRIPTION

Readers are offered unique stories about the players and coaches who took part in many of the greatest and most euphoric victories in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ legendary history. Among the games covered are Franco Harris’ “Immaculate Reception” that beat the Oakland Raiders in the playoffs, the four Super Bowl and AFC Championship Game victories in the glorious decade of the 1970’s, and the incredible 2005 playoff run that was capped by the team’s fifth Super Bowl title. Among other games reviewed are Bill Cowher’s first victory as Steelers head coach in 1992 and Ben Roethlisberger’s first win as a starting quarterback in Miami after Hurricane Jeanne.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dale Grdnic is a freelance writer who covers Pittsburgh sports. For the past 13 years he has covered the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Pitt Panthers as a beat writer for several newspapers in Pennsylvania. Grdnic resides in Conway, PA.

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SP Bestsellers: Week of 9-30-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 10/30/2007
1.		Bill Walsh: Remembering The Genius Sports Publishing LLC
2.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
3.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
4.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
5.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
6.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
7.		Game of My Life: Florida: Memorable Stories of Gators Football Pat Dooley
8.		Tom Flores' Tales from the Oakland Raiders Tom Flores with Matt Fulks
9.		Game of My Life: South Carolina Gamecocks Rick Scoppe and Charlie Bennet
10.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Fourth & New Orleans BOOK TOUR with Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

Fourth and New Orleans, by Benjamin Hochman with Chris Scelfo. (book info)
SATURDAY, NOV 3rd 2007
Benjamin Hochman at Louisiana Book Festival
www.louisianabookfestival.org
Louisiana State Capitol, State Library of Louisiana & Louisiana State Museum Spanish Town Road at N. 4th Street Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Book talk from 2-2:45 pm
Book signing from 3-3:45
(225) 219-9503

SUNDAY, NOV 4th 2007
1 – 3 pm at Barnes & Noble in Harvey
Barnes & Noble Booksellers Westbank
Centre @ Westbank
1601B West Bank Expressway
Harvey, LA 70058
(504) 263-1146
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

SUNDAY, NOV 4th 2007
4 – 6 pm at Borders in Metairie
Borders (Metairie)
3131 Veterans
Memorial Boulevard
Matairie, LA 70002
(504) 835-1363
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

MONDAY, NOV 5th 2007
12 noon – 2 pm at Barnes & Noble in Mandeville
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Premier Center II
3414 Highway 190 Suite 10
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-8884
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

MONDAY, NOV 5th 2007
5:30 – 7:30 pm at B.Dalton in Slidell
B. Dalton Booksellers
North Shore Square
2009 North Shore Square
150 North Shore Blvd.
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 641-0501
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

TUESDAY, NOV 6th 2007
12 noon – 1:30 pm at Tulane University Bookstore
Tulane University Bookstore
29B McAlister Drive
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 865-5913
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

TUESDAY, NOV 6th 2007
5:30 – 7:30 pm at B. Dalton in Baton Rouge
B. Dalton Booksellers
Mall of Louisiana
6401 Blue Bonnet Blvd. #2074
Baton Rouge, LA 70836
(225) 757-8290
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

WEDNESDAY, NOV 7th 2007
11am – 1pm
Books Along The Teche
New Iberia
(337) 367-7621
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

WEDNESDAY, NOV 7th 2007
2 – 3:30 at Barnes & Noble in Lafayette
5705 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 989-4142
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

WEDNESDAY, NOV 7th 2007
5:30 – 7:30 pm at Waldenbooks in Lake Charles
Lake Charles
Waldenbooks (a Borders chain)
512 W Prien Lake Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 477-4106
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

THURSDAY, NOV 8th 2007
12 noon – 2 pm at Waldenbooks in Alexandria
Alexandria
Waldenbooks
3437 Masonic Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-4620
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

THURSDAY, NOV 8th 2007
5:30 – 7:30 pm at Barnes & Noble in Shreveport
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Shreveport
Bayou Walk
6646 Youree Drive
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 798-6066
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman

FRIDAY, NOV 9th 2007
11am – 1 pm at Chili’s Restaurant in Ruston
*** Chris Scelfo only! ***
649 N Service Rd East
Ruston, LA 71270-2930
(318) 242-0155

SATURDAY, NOV 10th 2007
1pm – 2:30pm:
Maple Street Book Shop
7523 Maple Street
New Orleans, Louisiana
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman
(504) 866-4916

SATURDAY, NOV 10th 2007
3pm – 5pm:
Bruno’s Tavern
7601 Maple Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
Chris Scelfo and Benjamin Hochman
(504) 861-7615

SP Bestsellers: Week of 9-23-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 9/23/2007
1.		Bill Walsh: Remembering The Genius Sports Publishing LLC
2.		USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper USA TODAY
3.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Brian Libby
4.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
5.		Tom Flores' Tales from the Oakland Raiders Tom Flores with Matt Fulks
6.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
7.		The Boys From Old Florida Buddy Martin
8.		Game of My Life: Chicago Bears Lew Freedman
9.		Pat Jones' Tales from the Oklahoma State Sidelines Pat Jones with Jimmie Tramel
10.		Joe DeLamielleure’s Tales from the Buffalo Bills Joe DeLamielleure with Michael Benson
* From Nielsen BookScan.

America's Heroes on sale for $1.00 (while supplies last)

America's Heroes
Sports Publishing LLC

BUY IT FOR $1 (while supplies last)

New York Times Bestseller. Out of the tragedy of the World Trade Center terrorist attack have come heroic stories of incredible courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. Our hearts fill with pride when we hear of the passengers' struggle for control of United Airlines flight 93. They lost their lives when the plane crashed in rural Pennsylvania, but they saved countless others targeted for attack in our nation's capital.

These stories of heroism are endless. Firefighters, police officers, building workers, medical personnel, civilian volunteers, and many more risked their lives in hopes of saving just one more life. These heroes worked to exhaustion, and in some cases gave the ultimate sacrifice of their own lives. The stories and images of these incredible events are honored in this new book, "America's Heroes". With dramatic color photographs and inspiring text of the courage which has risen above the tragedy, this book serves as a reminder to everyone of all that's good about the spirit of America.

Sports Publishing LLC made a $50,000 donation from this book's sales to the United Way, to support several funds connected with the tragedies. Now, this book is available to you for $1.00 while supplies last.

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SP Bestsellers: Week of 8-26-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 8/26/2007
1.		Pat Jones' Tales from the Oklahoma State Sidelines Pat Jones with Jimmie Tramel
2.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
3.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
4.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
5.		Game of My Life: Dodgers Mark Langill
6.		Playing for JoePa: 20 Penn State Stories of Families, Football, and the Paterno Way Jordan Hyman and Ken Rappoport
7.		Game of My Life: Denver Broncos Jim Saccomano
8.		Tales from the Mets Dugout Bruce Markusen
9.		Joe DeLamielleure’s Tales from the Buffalo Bills Joe DeLamielleure with Michael Benson
10.		Jim Walden's Tales from the Washington State Cougars Jim Walden with Dave Boling
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Game of My Life: Philadelphia

Game of My Life: Philadelphia
Memorable Stories of Eagles Football
Bob Gordon

DESCRIPTION

Several legendary Eagles players share their fondest single-game experience and memories. Some of these games involve championships, while others seem ordinary save for extraordinary personal meaning. In each case, it is the player who singles out the game, the moment in time that to him ranks as the most defining of his Philadelphia career. Chuck Bednarik and Tommy McDonald are among the former Eagles players profiled, along with other big names like Bill Bergey, Seth Joyner, Keith Jackson, Mike Quick, Vai Sikahema, Gary Cobb, William Thomas, Brian Baldinger, Claude Humphrey, Bill Bradley, Lito Sheppard, and Vince Papale, the subject of a recent blockbuster Hollywood movie.
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Tales from the New York Giants

Tales from the New York Giants (updated)
Paul Schwartz

DESCRIPTION

In this book, memories, anecdotes, names, faces, games, cheers, and tears come rushing back, with new twists to old fables and old remembrances revitalized with fresh insight. There are so many great players, and so many great tales about legends like Phil Simms, Y.A. Tittle, Sam Huff, Frank Gifford, Lawrence Taylor, and Phil McConkey’s heart. This updated softcover edition adds the latest layers of the Giants’ history – the highs and lows experienced by young quarterback Eli Manning, the surprising retirement of star running back Tiki Barber, and the new leadership style of head coach Tom Coughlin.
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SP Bestsellers - week of 8-19-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 8/19/2007
1.		Pat Jones' Tales from the Oklahoma State Sidelines Pat Jones with Jimmie Tramel
2.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
3.		Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout Kirby Arnold
4.		Tales from the Mets Dugout Bruce Markusen
5.		Game of My Life: Dodgers Mark Langill
6.		Tales from the Oregon Ducks Sideline Brian Libby
7.		Thank You, Boys: A Salute to the Saints The Times-Picayune
8.		Tales from Michigan Stadium: Volume II Jim Brandstatter
9.		Tales from Penn State Football Ken Rappoport
10.		Game of My Life: Auburn Tigers Mark Murphy
* From Nielsen BookScan.

One Moment Changes Everything: The All-America Tragedy of Don Rogers

One Moment Changes Everything
The All-America Tragedy of Don Rogers
Sean D. Harvey

DESCRIPTION

Don Rogers was a three-sport phenomenon who energized a forgotten corner of the world (North Sacramento). He could run, jump and tackle better than anyone in California. A role model to children, he became both an honor student and a consensus All- American football player for UCLA, where he dominated two Rose Bowls and was a favorite of fans and sportswriters alike. Rogers went on to become a first-round draft pick of the Cleveland Browns and was voted rookie of the year in 1984.

Then it fell apart. Just one week after the overdose death of basketball star Len Bias, and only one day before his marriage to his college sweetheart, while in the upstairs bedroom of his mother’s home Rogers made the incomprehensible decision to use cocaine, and died just hours later. This All-American story is about a good man whose life transcended sports, and whose death continues to spur important debate about burden, love, addiction, responsibility, and what constitutes happiness in the material world.
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Bill Walsh: Remembering The Genius

Bill Walsh
Remembering The Genius
Sports Publishing LLC

Description

Pete Carroll called him an "extraordinary mentor". Bill Parcells recalled "One of the guys who made the NFL what it is". Joe Montana simply said, "Outside of my dad, he was probably the most influential person in my life". Bill Walsh simply considered himself a teacher. When the legendary former San Francisco 49ers coach passed away on July 30, 2007, at age 75, he was fondly remembered across the nation as one of the great innovators of the game of football.

A Pro Football Hall of Famer and a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, Walsh led the 49ers to 102 wins and three Super Bowl titles in 10 seasons as head coach in the 1980's. His signature West Coast offense and contributions to minority coaching forever changed the NFL. His coaching tree of former assistants is a "Who's Who?" of NFL head coaches, including Mike Holmgren, Mike White, Sam Wyche, Bruce Coslet, George Seifert, and Dennis Green. Walsh also made significant contributions to Stanford University during two stints as head coach in the late 70's and early 90's. Former 49ers star Ronnie Lott remarked that his first head coach will be "forever cemented with the likes of George Halas, Paul Brown, and Vince Lombardi as the best ever". In Bill Walsh: Remembering "The Genius", Bay Area fans can celebrate Walsh's amazing life through pictures and words, including numerous looks back at his tremendous career.
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USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper

USA TODAY: 25 Years of The Nation's Newspaper
25 years in USA Today
USA TODAY

DESCRIPTION
Launched in 1982, USA TODAY celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2007 with the release of this engaging look at the stories that have shaped Americans’ lives over the past 25 years. Utilizing the concise, award-winning journalism, rich graphics, and unique photography that have helped turn America’s first national newspaper into its largest, 25 Years of USA TODAY is a full-color coffee table book with immense flip appeal. All of the memorable events that grabbed national headlines—from the L.A. riots and 9/11 to the 1998 home-run chase and America’s quests for Olympic gold on its home soil—are chronicled in vivid detail. Trends that have redefined our day-to-day lives are also discussed: the rise of the working woman; the increase in Hispanic population; Americans’ continual battle with obesity and obsession with fad diets; the impact of the Internet; and the massive growth of the video gaming industry. The book also looks abroad for historic events that have had a resounding impact on Americans, like the collapse of the Berlin Wall and the passing of Pope John Paul II. Finally, USA TODAY offers a list of the most influential Americans of the past 25 years, from Michael Jordan and Oprah Winfrey to Lance Armstrong and Sam Walton. It’s a unique snapshot of America, presented as only The Nation’s No. 1 Newspaper could.
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The Making of McPaper

The Making of McPaper
USA TODAY

DESCRIPTION
In 1982 the Gannett Company, the nation’s biggest newspaper chain, launched USA TODAY. USA TODAY celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2007. The brainchild of Al Neuharth, it was the most expensive, most closely watched newspaper debut in history. Journalists called it “McPaper,” the “titan of tidbits,” and “junk-food journalism.” No newspaper executive had ever put so many millions and so many careers on the line. This updated edition of Peter S. Prichard’s acclaimed 1987 release includes an afterward by longtime USA TODAY writer and editor David Colton. This updated section completes the story of the first century of “The Nation’s Newspaper.” Colton catches up with the founders and examines the journalistic achievements that have gained “McPaper” respect. Readers of USA TODAY – millions of them – will find this a fascinating, behind-the-scenes story of the battle to build a newspaper that has grown to redefine modern journalism. Readers of business histories will find it a classic case study of a bigrisk, big-reward business start-up.
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Hawkeyes for Life

Hawkeyes for Life
Steve Roe

DESCRIPTION

Hawkeyes for Life shares the passion of devoted University of Iowa sports fans. From watching Nile Kinnick lead the renowned Ironmen in 1939 to following the Hawkeyes to Florida bowl games in recent years, the book takes readers inside Hawkeye Nation, getting to know fans and how they have shown their strong support for the Black and Gold. It also visits with former members of the Hawkeye marching band, cheerleaders, and those who have dressed the part of Herky.
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The Boys From Old Florida

The Boys From Old Florida (Updated)
Inside Gator Nation
Buddy Martin

DESCRIPTION

The University of Florida celebrated the centennial season of its storied football program in 2006, capping it off by winning the BCS Championship. In this new softcover edition of his acclaimed book, award-winning author Buddy Martin provides a unique and interesting look at the school’s long journey to gridiron glory. The Boys From Old Florida is full of interesting insights and revelations about the legendary Gator program, and is updated to include the amazing 2006 season. Numerous interviews with storied coaches and players of the past, like Steve Spurrier, Ray Graves, Doug Dickey, Danny Wuerffel, Jack Youngblood, Scot Brantley, Kerwin Bell, Carlos Alvarez, and John Reaves; help readers learn the stories behind the stories. Martin sheds light on many subjects that illuminate the past, while also telling much about the present, including current coach Urban Meyer.
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SP Bestsellers - Week of 8-12-07

SP BESTSELLERS* week of 8/12/2007
1.		Pat Jones' Tales from the Oklahoma State Sidelines Pat Jones with Jimmie Tramel
2.		Kent Hrbek's Tales from the Minnesota Twins Dugout Kent Hrbek with Dennis Brackin
3.		Tales from the Mets Dugout Bruce Markusen
4.		Tales from Michigan Stadium: Volume II Jim Brandstatter
5.		Joe DeLamielleure’s Tales from the Buffalo Bills Joe DeLamielleure with Michael Benson
6.		Denny Matthews's Tales from the Royals Dugout Denny Matthews with Matt Fulks
7.		Tales from the Detroit Tigers Dugout Jack Ebling
8.		Hardcore History: The Extremely Unauthorized Story of the ECW Scott E. Williams
9.		Rico Petrocelli's Tales from the Impossible Dream Red Sox Rico Petrocelli and Charles Scoggins
10.		Playing for JoePa: 20 Penn State Stories of Families, Football, and the Paterno Way Jordan Hyman and Ken Rappoport
* From Nielsen BookScan.

Game of My Life: Denver Broncos

Game of My Life: Denver Broncos
Jim Saccomano

DESCRIPTION
20 Broncos football legends reveal details about the greatest game of their Bronco careers. Included are Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway, Frank Tripucka (the Broncos’ first-ever signal caller), and Charley Johnson, one of pro football’s most accomplished citizens ever; along with Craig Morton and Haven Moses, the famed “M and M” connection of Denver’s first Super Bowl team. Super Bowl MVP Terrell Davis has a prominent role in this tome, while running back Floyd Little, known to Broncos fans as “The Franchise,” also describes his greatest game, as does tight end Shannon Sharpe, linebackers Randy Gradishar and Karl Mecklenburg, and Red Miller, who coached the 1977 Broncos to that first Super Bowl. (Purchase)