Lebron James and Kevin Durant are international superstars. This book follows both men's lives from their humble beginnings to becoming two of the best basketball players in the world. LeBron James, The Chosen One, is one of the greatest basketball players ever to play the game. He is an eight-time NBA All-Star, a three-time league MVP, and an NBA champion. Most fans are aware of his amazing accomplishments on the court and of his controversial "Decision" to leave Cleveland for South Beach, but in order to truly understand LeBron James, you must first understand where he came from. This book …

Philip Alfred Mickelson was born to be one of the best golfers in the world. He started playing golf about the time he could walk without holding on for support, he ran away from home at age 3 1/2, telling neighbors he was going to the golf course, and he went on to win a PGA Tour event as a junior in college. Most fans are aware of Mickelson’s accomplishments and failures on the golf course, but in order to truly understand Phil Mickelson, you must first understand where he came from. This unauthorized biography explores Mickelson’s upbringing, his college …

With the whole world watching his every move, Jeremy Lin has become an international phenomenon. Everyone is talking about him, breaking down his basketball skills and analyzing him in every way. But does anyone really understand where he came from and how he got here? With "Jeremy Lin: An Unauthorized Biography", readers will learn everything there is to know about Jeremy Lin and discover exactly how he went from obscurity to "Linsanity" – seemingly overnight. After being passed over by top colleges, then spending a year warming benches and getting passed back and forth between NBA and D-League teams, Jeremy …

As the host of Comedy Central's Tosh.0, Daniel Tosh is known for his biting wit and his ability to make just about everyone laugh their head off. Daniel himself describes his wit as "insanely condescending and sarcastic", which just so happens to go directly against the way he was raised. Although as the son of a preacher his beginnings may be as far from the comedic world as possible, he has made a very lucrative career out of making people laugh. In this biography you will learn how Daniel turned his religious upbringing into a life of jokes and sarcasm. …

LeBron James, The Chosen One, is one of the greatest and most controversial basketball players in the history of the NBA. He is an eight-time NBA All-Star, a three-time league MVP, and now – a champion. Most fans are aware of his amazing accomplishments on the court and of his controversial "Decision" to leave Cleveland for South Beach, but in order to truly understand LeBron James, you must first understand where he came from. "LeBron James: An Unauthorized Biography" explores James' upbringing, his high school career, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through his 2013 NBA …

Derrick Rose is one of the best basketball players on the planet. Most people know that he is a dominating guard on the Chicago Bulls out of the University of Memphis but, in order to truly understand Derrick Rose, you must first understand where he came from. "Derrick Rose: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Rose's upbringing, his high school and college basketball careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through April 2013. Derrick Rose's popularity has soared around the world. Inside this book you will discover where it all started and learn why so many fans love …

Rafael Nadal is one of the greatest players in the history of tennis. Most fans are aware of his double digit Grand Slam titles and his Career Golden Slam, but in order to truly understand Rafael Nadal, you must first understand where he came from. "Rafael Nadal: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Nadal's upbringing and details his breakthrough into professional tennis, all the way through his 2012 victories at the Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters and the Barcelona Open. Nadal's exceptional talents have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started …

Drew Brees is one of the most celebrated quarterbacks in the NFL today. Most true fans are aware of his amazing talents, but in order to truly understand Drew Brees, you must first understand where he came from. This biography explores Brees's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through April 2013. Brees' exceptional talents have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started and learn why so many fans love Brees so much. From family to …

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest soccer players of his generation. Most fans are aware of his successes for Real Madrid and the Portuguese national team, but in order to truly understand Cristiano Ronaldo, you must first understand where he came from. "Cristiano Ronaldo: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Ronaldo's upbringing and details his breakthrough onto the world stage, all the way through Real Madrid's La Liga title in 2012. Ronaldo's exceptional talents have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started and learn why so many fans …

Lance Edward Armstrong (born Lance Edward Gunderson) is a former professional road racing cyclist. Armstrong had won the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times between 1999 and 2005, before being disqualified from each of those races and banned from cycling for life for doping offenses by the United States Anti-doping agency (USADA) in 2012. He is a survivor of testicular cancer that spread to his brain and lungs and he is the founder of the Livestrong Foundation, originally called the Lance Armstrong Foundation, which provides support for cancer patients. Most fans and critics are aware of Armstrong’s many …

Ben Roethlisberger is a person who can be viewed in two very different lights. In one light, he is a true professional football player. He is a tough man who delivers more punishment at the quarterback position than he receives, is almost impossible to sack, has been named to multiple Pro-Bowls, has won two Super Bowls, and would do anything for his teammates to help them win. In a different light, people may see an immature man who defiantly refused to wear his helmet when he rode his motorcycle. They may see a man who has been accused of rape …

This is the unlikely story of a multi-talented stand-up comedian, actor, game show host and voice artist who has left an indelible mark on the entertainment business. Howie Mandel began as a high school dropout turned carpet salesman who went on to own his own carpet sales business. After a fateful performance at a comedy club, Mandel's life veered in a completely different direction. For the last thirty years, Howie Mandel has been a household name and familiar face in show business. Even though he got his break by a stroke of good luck, Mandel is the real deal. He's …