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 …

Andrew Luck is a star on the rise. Most fans are aware of his NFL origins as the Indianapolis Colts’ replacement for famed quarterback Peyton Manning, but in order to truly understand Andrew Luck, you must first understand where he came from. "Andrew Luck: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Luck's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through his 2012 playoff defeat to the eventual-champion Baltimore Ravens in the Wild Card round. Luck's record-breaking rookie season has fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, …

Michael Phelps is widely known as the greatest and most decorated Olympic swimmer of all time. Most fans are aware of his record 22 Olympic medals, including four gold and two silver medals at the 2012 London Olympics, but in order to truly understand Michael Phelps, you must first understand where he came from. "Michael Phelps: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Phelps' upbringing, his high school career, and details his breakthrough onto the international stage all the way through the 2012 London Olympics. Phelps' unbelievable talents and some of his controversies outside of the pool have fans and critics alike wondering …

Tony Parker is one of the best point guards of his generation. He is an all-star and a champion. Despite his relatively small size, he is consistently among the league leaders in "points in the paint”. Most fans are aware of his exceptional quickness and toughness, but in order to truly understand Tony Parker, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Parker’s upbringing and international career, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through the end of the 2013-14 season. Parker’s unique abilities and celebrity life story have fans wondering where his career …

She still wondered, "Am I good enough? Am I pretty enough? Will they like me?" It was the burden that made her great and the part that caused her to stumble in the end. If you could hear me, no I would tell you, you weren't just good enough, you were great. — Kevin Costner We all read the same stories and found ourselves believing the rumors. The stories of drug use and drunken nights out, her problems with money and marriage, and even those about how much Kevin Costner despised working with her on the film, The Bodyguard, because …

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 …

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 …

Josh Hamilton is one of the most talented baseball players in the world today. Most fans are aware of his MVP status, but in order to truly understand Josh Hamilton, you must first understand where he came from. "Josh Hamilton: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Hamilton's upbringing, his high school and minor league careers, his battle with drugs and alcohol, and his breakthrough into the MLB all the way through April 2013. Hamilton's exceptional talents and off-field issues have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started and learn …

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 …

With so many different sides of her personality coming out in each new track, it's hard to figure out just who Nicki Minaj really is. But like any other story, it sometimes helps to look back at the beginning and work your way up. This book follows the career and thoughts of Onika Maraj, starting from her move to America from Trinidad, growing up in New York and slowly working the scene to make a name for herself. You will be able to see how a hard life and incredible influences have helped to shape the Queen of the Rap …

Aaron Rodgers is one of the most celebrated quarterbacks in the NFL today. Most fans are aware of his NFL origins as a backup to Brett Favre and his 2010 Super Bowl MVP, but in order to truly understand Aaron Rodgers, you must first understand where he came from. "Aaron Rodgers: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Rodgers' upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through his 2012 playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers and his $110 million contract extension making him the highest paid player in NFL history. Rodgers' …

Tim Tebow is one of the most talked about athletes of all time. Everybody seems to have an opinion about him, especially on his religious beliefs. But, in order to truly understand Tim Tebow, you must first understand where he came from. "Tim Tebow: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Tebow's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through April 2013. "Tebow-mania" has fans and critics alike questioning his motives and looking for where God and his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started and …