The retired basketball player will author a new series of. See all books authored by shaquille o neal, including shaq uncut. The world has followed shaquille oneals amazing career for years. Shaquille oneal, author info, published books, bio, photo. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Meet shaquille oneal, childrens book author only a game. Celebrity childrens books dont have a great reputationbut this one deserves to be a big, big exception. During his 19year nba career, oneal was a fourtime nba champion, a threetime finals mvp, a 15time allstar and was named the 1993 rookie of the year. Decatur, ga basketball star and author, shaquille oneal decatur, will make an appearance in decatur, ga to promote his new childrens book, little shaq takes a chance. Whether you love shaquille oneal shaq as much as the big corporations who profit millions off of his endorsement, or you hate him as much as kobe bryant did as his l. Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyers proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the sellers shipping history, and other factors. This book is the first in what is now a series of early chapter books by famed nba player shaquille oneal so famous even i have heard of him.
Customers who wish to join the signing line must have at least one copy of shaq. His first book was an adultlevel biography of former basketball star pistol pete maravich, and since then he has written childrens and young adult biographies and profiles of many prominent sports stars such as michael jordan, tiger woods, shaquille. Little shaq takes a chance by shaquille oneal, 9781619638785, available at book. Oneal shaq and the beanstalk kicks off a familycentric series with a mild story that unfolds over three chapters. A fictionalized young shaquille oneal returns for a second illustrated story about life beyond the basketball court. When jimmy gifts shaquille oneal his new childrens book everything is mama, shaq decides to put jimmy on his lap and read the story with a twist ending. The retired basketball player will author a new series of books called little shaq for early readers. Shaquille oneal is the author of the little shaq series, a retired basketball legend, a businessman, and an analyst on the emmy award winning show, inside the nba on tnt. I kind of want to get back to the basics and just help children have fun, shaq said in the. Shaquille oneal visits childrens hospital contact any. Little shaq takes a chance by shaquille oneal, theodore. On monday, we enjoyed watching shaquille oneal spread some holiday cheer at childrens hospital boston in boston, massachusetts.
Shaq is publishing a series of childrens books for the win. As might be expected, basketball is at the forefront. Each week, our editors select the one author and one book they believe to be most worthy of your attention and highlight them in our pro connect email alert. The 7foot1 former nba star will pen a series of kids books called little shaq, based on his own. His career, from his days as the immature knucklehead in orlando, to. Its rare to discover a candid sports autobiography even rare when the author is one of the most recognizable athletes in the world. Created by shaquille oneal and illustrated in full color by coretta scott kingjohn steptoe new talent award winner theodore taylor iii, the little shaq series celebrates family, friends, and community and will have kids cheering for reading. He averaged more than 23 points per game during his rookie year and made national headlines with two thunderous. Bill gutman is the author of more than two hundred books for both children and adults in a writing career that has spanned some five decades. When little shaq and his cousin barry accidentally break their favorite video game, they need to find a way to replace it. Little shaq takes a chance is a fun read for children, which emphasizes the values of keeping an open mind, trying new things, and not letting ourselves be influenced by prejudices. Uncut with proof of purchase from harvard book store. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Little shaq by shaquille oneal, theodore taylor iii.
Shaq will not be personalizing books or signing any materials other than the book. Shaquille oneal is the author of the little shaq series, a retired basketball. I am so glad that we heard about the book after my son read the book he wanted to know were there more books from shaquille oneal and also he wanted to take an accelerated reader test. Top 15 insane shaquille oneal stories thesportster. The book is called little shaq and, we assume, is meant to teach kids the definition of oxymoron. Shaquille oneal shoots clean baskets from every part of the literary court, delighting and dazzling the reader with his unique writing style. Shaquille o neal, also known by his nickname shaq, is a former american basketball player, as well as a former rapper. I hope little shaq can be the book to help with that and keep kids on track. The start of a brand new series by shaquille oneal and illustrated by 2014 coretta scott kingjohn steptoe new talent award winner theodore taylor iii, little shaq is sure to be a hit with young readers. Tall tales and untold stories, and little shaq, and more on. My son and i just got finished reading little shaq. Shaquille o neal biography facts, childhood, family. Little shaq book list in publication order kids book series. Little shaq takes a chance points out that looks can be deceiving and shows that we should concentrate on finding hidden talents, in ourselves and others.
Gr this second book in the little shaq series by nba superstar shaquille oneal shows little shaqs reluctance to try anything newnot the sushi his mom makes for dinner and not the art class where shaq doesnt think he has much talent. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Like most kids, little shaq doesnt love trying new things, especially if he might not be very good at them. Shaunie oneal was a guest host on the real and revealed that she will be cowriting a book with her exhusband shaq about coparenting.
Who are shaunie oneals 5 kids on shaunies home court. Discover book depositorys huge selection of shaquille oneal books online. He is considered one of the greatest players in national basketball association nba history. Little shaq kindle edition by oneal, shaquille, taylor, theodore.
Man of steel by douglas bradshaw online at alibris. Star of the week by shaquille oneal, 9781619638792, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Tall tales and untold stories, and little shaq, and. These books should be added to accelerated reader asap. The uncensored word on my life and winning in the nba is a giant of a book written by a sporting superstar. I am so happy to read children books written by an african american male. Now this allstar and most valuable playerthe towering 7 1, 330lbs. Originally i was surprised not to see a ghostwriter or a coauthor credited on a book by an athlete, but upon reading the conclusion, i was happy to see that mr. Shaquille oneal books list of books by author shaquille. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recyclable packaging with free standard. See all books authored by shaquille oneal, including shaq uncut. You dont have to be a shaquille oneal fan to enjoy his clever spins on familiar fairy tales. The start of a brand new series by shaquille oneal and illustrated by 2014 coretta scott kingjohn steptoe new talent award winner theodore taylor iii. Former nba star shaquille oneal to be in decatur, ga to.
Check out this biography to know about his childhood, family life, achievements and other facts about his life. In shaq talks back, oneal is completely candid about his life. Meet shaquille oneal, childrens book author only a game wbur. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Little shaq book list in publication order, reading level information. The event is scheduled for saturday, april 30, 2016 between 10 a. This new story in the exciting series created by shaquille oneal and illustrated by coretta scott kingjohn steptoe new talent award winner theodore taylor iii, encourages kids to find their own true talents. Shaquille oneal is regarded as one of the most dominant athletes and arguably the most gregarious personalities in sports history.
Through all the entertaining anecdotes in the new shaquille oneal book about his clashes. The start of a brand new series by shaquille oneal and illustrated by. Shaquille oneal can add a new title to his linkedin profile. To contact shaq, join contact any celebrity now for instant access to our online database of over 60,000 celebrity addresses. Shaquille oneal is the author of little shaq and little shaq takes a chance and is a retired basketball legend, a businessman, and an analyst on the emmy award. Photographs can only be taken from the line, shaq will not be posing for pictures.
It would be good for kids to read on their own as a simple chapter book. Shaquille oneal made an immediate impact in the nba. Shaqs adventures begin when he is about seven or eight and throws his lima beans out the window instead of eating them. The inspiring story of one of basketballs greatest centers basketball biography books. Big man, big dreams sports stars 9780516209708 by stewart, mark and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
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