Best Selling Books by Steve James

(String Letter Publishing). Boost your blues I.Q. with this lively, comprehensive introduction to one of America''s most vital musical legacies from the origins of the blues in the rural South and early masters like Charley Patton and Blind Lemon Jefferson, to the guitars and techniques used by acoustic blues players, then and now. Leading roots-music performer and recording artist Steve James answers 50 key questions for contemporary blues guitarists and fans alike and provides invaluable reference information on essential recordings, books, websites, workshops and more. With Inside Blues Guitar , you''ll find the right gear, repertoire and resources to play the blues and truly appreciate America''s most accessible and enduring musical tradition.

The Horse and the Fox tells the story of Thunder the horse and Freddy the fox. Freddy has been captured by farmers in order to satisfy their desire to have a foxhunt. Thunder, BonJo the dog, and Willie the raccoon have to come up with a plan to free Freddy. They set in place an elaborate escape plan in order to free Freddy. You want to know what the plan is? Read the pages herein, and you will find out! Teach your children how important it is to love all God''s creation and how at some point in their lives they will be faced with challenges to do good not just for themselves but for others as well. Let Thunder, BonJo, and Willie be an example that all things are possible if we believe and put our faith in action!

A century has always had a special resonance, in all walks of life, and none more so than in cricket. Scoring one hundred runs is the ultimate for a batsman. As former England captain Andrew Strauss admits, it''s incredibly hard to do; for Ricky Ponting, it''s a transformational moment in the career of a cricketer. Or in the words of Geoffrey Boycott, ''a century has its own magic''. In The Art of Centuries, Steve James applies his award-winning forensic insight to the very heart of batting. Through interviews with the leading run-scorers in cricket history and his own experiences, Steve discovers what mental and physical efforts are required to reach those magical three figures. Despite his own haul of 47 first-class tons, he himself felt at times that he was poorly equipped for the task. So working out how to score centuries is an art. And bowlers might not agree, but there really is no better feeling in cricket.

In 1999, England slumped to a new low in their tumultuous cricket history. Defeat at home by a mediocre New Zealand team saw them fall to the bottom of the world Test rankings, below even Zimbabwe. Yet only just over a decade later, England reached the top. It was a remarkable and profound transformation, brought about largely by two men with an insatiable desire to succeed, Duncan Fletcher and Andy Flower. In The Plan, Steve James tells the story of the renaissance of English cricket from a unique perspective. As the former batting partner of ECB managing director Hugh Morris, a player under Fletcher at Glamorgan and Flower''s closest confidant in the press corps, James is the perfect analyst of this period in cricket history. From crucial choices of captain to innovative coaching and a complete overhaul of training and preparation for matches, it is the tale of a refusal to be second best. And in examining Fletcher and Flower''s background in Zimbabwe, where James himself played, he uncovers the continental shift behind the turnaround. It is the story of how English steel was melded with African fire to create the most potent combination in world cricket.

When the British and Irish Lions set out for Australia in late May, they knew they faced a daunting task. Since the war, only four Lions sides had returned victorious, the last in 1997. In the modern era of professional rugby, some even questioned if the Lions concept still had a place. How could a mixture of of northern hemisphere nations come together and take on the might of one of the southern giants? Under coach Warren Gatland and captain Sam Warburton, the Lions of 2013 looked to overcome the doubters and to show they could still make the Lions roar. As captain, Warburton himself had to face questions over his form and fitness, but he emerged to lead his side to a stunning 23-21 victory in the first Test in Brisbane. The second Test was lost by the narrowest of margins, but the Lions bounced back to record an epic 41-16 triumph to seal the series. In this book, Warburton relives the entire Lions experience, from the moment he learned he had been chosen to captain the side to the time he got to raise the trophy at the end of the tour, and the huge welcome that greeted the squad when they returned home. Packed with insight and revealing details about the Lions preparations, this is the definitive inside account of one of rugby''s greatest moments.

From English cricket''s embarrassing failure at the 2015 World Cup to their heart-stopping victory four years later, Nick Hoult and Steve James vividly describe the team''s dramatic journey from abject disappointment to finally lifting the trophy. Morgan''s Men reveals how the team became the most aggressive limited-overs side in the world, led by their inspirational captain Eoin Morgan, whose vision and determination to succeed captured the imagination of the nation. Hoult and James follow England''s journey from Bangladesh to Barbados, from Melbourne to Manchester, to present the inside story of the team''s rebirth. They tell us how players dealt with the Ben Stokes court case, the sacking of Alex Hales for a drugs ban, and reveal the innovative new strategies and tactics that helped them become the best in the world, culminating in a World Cup final that was arguably the greatest one-day match of all time.

Do you wish you could shoot a basketball like a future Hall of Fame superstar? Discover the insider secrets, training techniques, and daily workouts of one of the NBA''s sharpest shooters. Are you embarrassed to show off your shot on the basketball court? Are you fed up with time-consuming drills that haven''t improved your game? Author Steve James spent his youth analyzing professional athletes and documenting the practices of successful players. In this comprehensive biography, James reveals all of Stephen Curry''s incredible shooting methods, training workouts, and specific practice programs. In Stephen Curry: A Sharpshooter''s Journey to the NBA & Beyond, you''ll discover the exact methods used by NBA superstar Stephen Curry that will show you how to shoot with deadly accuracy. James'' insightful basketball biography dives deep into Curry''s workouts and drills, setting out a blueprint for you to follow and get incredible results. In Stephen Curry, you''ll discover: A comprehensive analysis of Curry''s life and disciplines including his motivational rituals Exactly how many shots you need to take per day to develop pro skills Curry''s secret training regimens he uses to continue improving his game The famous dribbling method that sets Curry apart from all others The insider secrets that have allowed Curry to dominate the game and much, much more! Stephen Curry is a comprehensive unpacking of the daily disciplines, workout secrets, and basketball sharpshooting skills that make Curry the NBA showstopper he is today. If you like practical techniques, easy-to-understand instructions, and following the exact training methods used by professional athletes, then you''ll love James'' brilliant biography. Buy Stephen Curry to start draining more threes today! Don''t forget to claim your FREE Kindle version with your purchase of Paperback copy!

Frank, fascinating and full of insights, this was one of the most talked-about books of the year.

Home days are the best days. Celebrate the joys of being at home with this heartwarming coloring book, filled with 30 delightful scenes illustrated by Steve James. Discover a host of adorable animals enjoying time at home, whether they''re doing a spot of decorating, relaxing in front of the TV, baking a cake or taking a shower. Bring these images to life with colored pencils and make each adorable scene your own. • Bold, cheerful designs that are easy to color • Thick, high-quality paper to prevent bleed-through • Designed for all ages ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Publishing''s Coloring Corner series brings you adorable coloring books designed to lift your mood and let your creativity flow. With heartwarming designs by expert illustrators, it''s the perfect way to unwind and add a splash of color to your day.

Steve James presents a treasure trove of traditional American guitar styles in this unique book/CD pack. Guitarists will learn fingerpicking and slide techniques not through dry exercises but by playing 25 songs from James'' own repertoire and from such masters as Furry Lewis, Blind Willie McTell, Sam McGee, and Mance Lipscomb. Drawing on his extensive research and first-hand experience with these guitar pioneers, James tells the stories behind the songs, too. Features authentic arrangements in notes and TAB, vocal melodies and lyrics, historic photos, and more. Songs: Take Me Back * Sugar Babe * Milwaukee Blues * Sebastopol* John Henry * more!

"You can''t be afraid to fail. It''s the only way you succeed-you''re not gonna succeed all the time, and I know that"- LeBron "King" James Have you ever wanted to know what makes Lebron James such a successful player? From the high school courts in Akron, Ohio to the height of his career in the NBA, LeBron James has consistently dazzled and amazed opponents and spectators with his own playing style. There are some great athletes in the NBA, but LeBron is on another level: how did he achieve so much? In this comprehensive LeBron James biography, you''ll discover the real secrets and philosophy behind the man, covering the earliest days of his career and the moments of failure that shaped him into the inspirational presence that he became later. You''ll also get a sneak peek into how the mind of athletic genius works: discover the superstitious rituals and mental preparation that goes on before taking on a challenge, and how to turn even the most abject failure into a victory down the road. You''ll also get the complete low-down into the rigorous training routine including workouts that LeBron uses daily to hone his game and fine-tune his body for maximized performance on and off the court! Readers will benefit from this book by learning: * How to develop the Lebron James mindset * Information about each stage of Lebron James'' life * Little known facts about James that true fans will want to know * Rituals and superstitions, philosophies, mental preparation, and techniques that make him the player he is today * Top 5 Motivational Lessons learned from James'' life * Insider secrets that can be found nowhere else * And much more! This book is a look at his life through the lens of how what LeBron does can be used to improve what you do on the court. You''ll learn about who he is, both on the court and off the court, and how those things affect him as a player. Most of all, you''ll be motivated to actually get out on the court yourself! If you have ever wondered why LeBron proudly wears the number 23, and what made him choose basketball over his other great sport, football, you''ll find all the answers in this book-along with the powerful motivational secrets that have driven this NBA great to enduring success! Would You Like To Know More? Download now and discover the man behind the legend and how you can apply his philosophy to your own life with successful results. Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy button now to get motivated with the guidance of a true champion!

All Lily wants is a future. A world where she can be happy.All Lily has are nightmarish visions of a time she wants to forget.Then The Flowers return to her life.Then she meets Brad.Now Lily has a chance for that future.But first she must vanquish her demons.The Flowers of West Drive is a new psychological horror from writer Steve James.Warning: May contain themes and language not suitable for all ages.