Most Popular Books by Jeff Savage

Biography of Freddy Adu, an emigrant from Ghana, who, at fourteen, became the youngest player in Major League Soccer.

Profiles ten physically challenged athletes in sports history, including Jim Abbott, Three Finger Brown, and Wilma Rudolph.

An introduction to the life and career of the motocross figure Dave Mirra.

Provides an overview of the history and development of mountain bicycles, their main features, and mountain bike competitions.

Simone Biles is the most decorated American gymnast in history. Few were surprised when she won a record four gold medals at the 2016 Olympic Games. She swings faster, twists cleaner, and soars higher than everyone else. How does she do it? With a demanding fitness routine and keen awareness of the mental component of the sport, Biles produces almost superhuman results. Many consider her the greatest gymnast ever. Learn more about Simone’s superior fitness and nutrition programs.

An introduction to the sport of motorcycle racing.

Serena Williams has been voted the greatest woman athlete in history. She has won a record 23 Grand Slam tennis titles and counting. At age 35, she won another major championship, gave birth, and then continued winning important tournaments. Williams plays hard on the court and works even harder in the gym. Her fitness routine and nutrition awareness make her nearly unbeatable. Learn more about Williams and her intense commitment to greatness.

Covers the history of demolition derby competition and types of vehicles, various events, and tactics involved.

Michael Phelps is the greatest swimmer of all time. Some say he is the greatest athlete ever. Phelps has won more Olympic gold medals than any other athlete in history. He has more overall medals than 161 countries. The tremendous distance he swims and amount of food he eats have propelled him to Olympic heights. Learn about Phelps’s record-setting training and nutrition programs.

Discusses the top ten players of the Women''s National Basketball Association.

LeBron James was a famous athlete as a teenager. His high school basketball games often aired on national TV. When LeBron started playing for his home-state Cleveland Cavaliers in the National Basketball Association (NBA), he showed the world that he could be one of the all-time greats. After moving on to the Miami Heat, LeBron has won two NBA championships and was named NBA Finals Most Valuable Player both times. Learn more about LeBron''s incredible journey.

Keeping up with all of hockey''s cool facts can make your brain freeze. You need to take in long timeframes (the NHL has been around for almost 100 years) and big numbers (Wayne Gretzky scored almost 3,000 points in his career. Key facts and fun details about the game of hockey come alive through infographics. The "data art" provides opportunities for readers to visually take in information about the sport through charts, maps, and illustrations. The vibrant infographics on each spread appeal to struggling readers and offer a foothold on understanding information and statistics.

Roger Federer is called the greatest men’s tennis player of all time. He has won more major tournaments than any other player in history. He has played in more than 1,000 professional matches over 20 years, yet has trained his body and mind with such focus that he has never withdrawn from a match due to injury. Learn how Federer continues to set records and defy the odds.

Traces the basketball career of Vince Carter, former North Carolina University basketball star and Toronto Raptor superstar known for his ability as a slam-dunk artist.

Raised by his grandmother in a poor section of Chicago, Juwan Howard''s life has been a touching success story. After graduating from Chicago Vocational High School, Howard was one of the most sought after basketball recruits in the country. He helped lead the Michigan Wolverines to two NCAA Championship games, and is now a star in the NBA for the Washington Wizards. Off the court, Howard spends much of his time visiting hospitals to help raise the spirits of sick children.

The names Sutter''s Mill, Comstock Lode, and Forty-Niners still bring to mind gold and wealth. Although only one out of a hundred prospectors actually got rich mining, just having it within reach was often enough for these miners, many of whose triumphs and tragedies are retold in this electrifying book.

"Describes tuner cars, including their history, design, and the competitions and events tuner car owners take part in"--Provided by publisher.

Presents profiles of ten athletes in various sports--including Bill Buckner, Jose Canseco, Roberto DeVicenzo, Tonya Harding, Jim Marshall, Dan O''Brien, Willie Shoemaker, Mike Tyson, Chris Webber and Garo Yepremian--who each made a big mistake.

Profiles ten of the greatest African American men in sports history.

England''s Manchester United is a soccer powerhouse, and they have the superstar players and championship moments to prove it. Learn about the legendary team''s roots, their biggest triumphs, and the most awe-inspiring players in this thrilling title! Discover more through photos and engaging storylines with famous and beloved athletes.