Synopses & Reviews
From minor league teams such as the Iowa Cubs and Las Vegas 51s to the major league ball clubs including the Cincinnati Reds and New York Yankees, these fun, engaging books tell the stories of young local boys who dream of stepping to the plate for their favorite baseball franchises. Filled with relatable stories away from the baseball field as well, these coming-of-age tales show the importance of never giving up hope and always believing in dreams.
Michael Fuji” Powers always dreamed of joining the Cincinnati Reds on the field at Great American Ball Park, and now he stands at the plate ready to live his fantasy of hitting a home run. Filled with fun and engaging stories, this relatable coming-of-age story will show children the importance of believing in their dreams and never giving up hope.
Review
Like a tied, seventh game of the World Series, this delightful story draws you to the very edge of your seat in anticipation of what might happen next.” John Erardi, author, Opening Day: Celebrating Cincinnati's Baseball Holiday
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Building character through America's greatest pastime is what Fuji exemplifies. This is a story that young readers will certainly enjoy and relate to.” Kim Nuxhall, director, The Joe Nuxhall Character Education Fund
About the Author
Paul Mullen is an educator and the author of A Birthday Wish, The Day I Hit a Home Run at Principal Park, High Rolling at Cashman Field, and The Last At-Bat at Yankee Stadium. He lives in Oxford, Ohio.