1966-

Rodney Mullen chronicles his lifelong obsession with skateboarding, discussing how he transformed from a geeky misfit to a world-champion skateboarder.

Al DeMeo tells about his youth as the son of Mafia killer Roy DeMeo, discussing the disparity between what he knew of Roy as a father and what he later learned about his dad's profession, and sharing the effects of that conflict on his adult life.

Bill Carter chronicles his efforts to rebuild his life after tragedy shatters his family and faith, recounting the experiences he had while helping citizens of war-torn Sarajevo and sharing how those citizens helped in Bill's own recovery.

Presents the author's first-hand account of his experiences as a professional golfer, providing information on his family life, his addictions, and his accomplishments.

A biography of Janet Jackson, "baby" in a famous family, who is not only Michael Jackson's sister, but a strong singing talent who has also worked in television.

Follows the life and football career of Troy Aikman, who has led the Dallas Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories.

A collection of essays, poems, and letters, chronicling the effects of Hurricane Katrina on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Robert Anasi chronicles his obsessive preparation for the Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament, discussing why he felt the competition was rigged and how the fight became one of the key moments in his life.

An account of the first American woman, and the youngest person ever, to sail around the world alone.