Many sports legends have written books for children. Dennis Rodman and Carmelo Antony are among them. Bleacher Report has put together a list of these athletes who wrote books for children. Below is a list highlighting some of the most prominent sports personalities who wrote books for kids. Start reading the list! Hopefully you will find some inspiration for the next book.
Jonah Lomu’s autobiography
Jonah Lomu's autobiography was published a decade ago. This memoir is a story about his life prior to and after joining the All Blacks. Jonah Lomu is one of rugby's first international stars and remains one of the game’s most iconic players. But how did Lomu cope with life after the All Blacks ended? Will he be able to keep up with the high standards he set himself?
Holmes books by Kareem Abdel-Jabbar
Mycroft Holmes is a mystery novel written by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The character is based in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who wrote Sherlock Holmes. Mycroft is the older brother and confidant of the famed British detective. He solves a case during his first years as a government official. This is Abdul-Jabbar’s first novel for adults.
Dominque Mocceanu's book
Dominque MOceanu's memoir Off Balance - based on her life - is an intriguing read for anyone who is interested in elite gymnastics. Her parents, who are Romanian immigrants, were raised by her father, Dumitru. He was a prodigy gyrist and ruled the household with iron might. Moceanu, a ten-year-old, moved with his family to Houston, Texas. He was coached there by Bela Karaolyi, a well-known coach in gymnastics.
Hope Solo's Book
Hope Solo is a U.S. woman's soccer player whose story deserves to be told. Born to a single mother, Solo grew up separated from her convict father, who she remained distant from until she was a teenager. Hope Solo, Solo's daughter, was born to her mother, who later visited her ex-husband. Solo reconciled her father while she was a top-ranked player on the U.S. National Soccer Team.
Louis Zamperini's book
Louis Silvie Zamperini, a World War II veteran who was also an Olympic distance runner, will be captivating readers with his stories. A high school runner, Louis took up running at an early age, and eventually qualified for the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He placed eighth in his 5,000-meter race. This inspirational memoir is a must-read book for runners everywhere!