Ryan Lochte is one of the most decorated Olympic swimmers of all time. After winning five medals at the 2012 London Olympics, Lochte has now won 11 medals in his Olympic career. Most fans are aware of his success at the 2004, 2008, and 2012 Olympics, but in order to truly understand Ryan Lochte, you must first understand where he came from. "Ryan Lochte: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Lochte's upbringing, his "rivalry" with Michael Phelps, his international swimming career, and details his breakthrough onto the international stage all the way through the 2012 London Olympics. Lochte's unbelievable talents and charismatic …

Kevin Love is an NBA superstar on the rise. He has accomplished more in his first few seasons in the NBA than most players achieve in their careers. Most true fans are aware of his amazing scoring and rebounding abilities and the fact that he holds the longest streak for consecutive games with double figures in points and rebounds since the ABA–NBA merger, but in order to truly understand Kevin Love, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Love’s upbringing, his high school and college careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way …

Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players of his generation. In fact, although still so young, he has been dubbed by many fellow professionals as "The Best Player to Ever Grace the Sport." Most fans are aware of his successes on the field, but in order to truly understand Lionel Messi, you must first understand where he came from. "Lionel Messi: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Messi's upbringing and details his breakthrough onto the world stage, all the way through his 2012 loss to Real Madrid. Messi's exceptional talents have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will …

Peyton and Eli Manning have led amazing lives and have changed the football world forever. This book follows both men's lives from their humble beginnings to becoming two of the most acclaimed quarterbacks in the NFL. Peyton Manning is one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the NFL. He has set many records, won three MVPs, and is a Super Bowl Champion. This book explores Peyton's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through April 2013. Eli Manning may be the most overanalyzed, discussed, dissected, and criticized …

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 …

Dirk Nowitzki is one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history. He is an all-star, an MVP, and a champion. He is arguable the best shooter ever to play the game. At seven-feet tall, Dirk Nowitzki has revolutionized the role of big men in the NBA. Most fans are aware of Nowitzki’s amazing on-court talents, but in order to truly understand Dirk Nowitzki, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Nowitzki’s upbringing and international career and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through the 2013-14 season. Nowitzki’s unique abilities have fans wondering …

Every year the NBA Playoffs bring two months of the greatest players and teams in the world competing for the ultimate prize: the NBA Championship. But there is more than a title on the line for the players and teams. History is on the line. Their legacy is on the line. The way future generations will view them is on the line. 16 teams enter and only one can be the champion. The 2013 NBA Playoffs were supposed to be simple – an easy ride for Lebron James’ Miami Heat, which had finished the regular season as one of the …

Blake Griffin and Chris Paul are international superstars on the rise. This book follows both men's lives from their humble beginnings to becoming two of the best basketball players in the world. In just a few short years, Blake Griffin has transcended the game of basketball. He has accomplished more in his first few seasons in the NBA than most players achieve in their careers. Most fans are aware of his amazing skills and fantastic dunks, but in order to truly understand Blake Griffin, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Griffin’s upbringing, his high school …

Chris Paul is an NBA star on the rise. He represents the point guard of the future. He’s an unbelievable scorer, a great defender, and a player who controls the game’s tempo. He creates opportunities for his teammates and challenges them, as well. LeBron James has called him the league’s best point guard “because he had eyes in the back of his head.” Most fans are aware of his exceptional talents, but in order to truly understand Chris Paul, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Paul’s upbringing, his high school and college careers, and details …

On April 29th, 2013, NBA player Jason Collins announced he was gay. In doing so, he became the first male athlete in a major professional sport to come out publicly. In an instant Jason Collins’ name became known across the United States and the world. Although many people now know who Jason Collins is, in order to truly understand Jason Collins, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Collins’ upbringing, his high school and college careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through his landmark announcement and its immediate aftermath. Collins’ amazing …

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 …

Sacha Noam Baron Cohen is a British comedian, writer, actor, sketch artist, and voice actor. He is most widely known for his portrayal of three fictional characters: Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, and Brüno Gehard. Baron Cohen's comedy career has been shrouded in controversy and his films have been banned in several countries. He has been accused of being racist, anti-Semitic, sexist, and homophobic; however, Baron Cohen maintains that he utilizes his characters as tools to expose the stereotypes and prejudices held by society. This unauthorized biography follows Baron Cohen from his beginnings in Hammersmith, West London and Cambridge University through …