Sports Fiction

Sam Gribley is terribly unhappy living in New York City with his family, so he runs away to the Catskill Mountains to live in the woods - all by himself....

Ghost wants to be the fastest sprinter on his elite middle school track team, but his past is slowing him down....

Since its publication, Quidditch Through the Ages has been one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts library. Read by Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and many more, it is the essential guide to the wizarding world's favourite game....

The Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award–winning middle grade bestseller! Basketball and heartache share the court in this slam-dunk novel in verse.

Twelve-year-old Ben Ripley is not exactly the best student spy school has ever seen - he keeps flunking Advanced Self Preservation. But outside of class, Ben is pretty great at staying alive....

Listen to this exciting junior novelization based on A Minecraft Movie, in theaters April 4, 2025!

Swallows and Amazons introduces the Walker family, the camp on Wild Cat Island, the able-bodied catboat "Swallow," and the two intrepid Amazons, plucky Nancy and Peggy Blackett....

Paul Fisher sees the world from behind glasses so thick he looks like a bug-eyed alien. But he’s not so blind that he can’t see there are some very unusual things about his family’s new home in Tangerine County, Florida....

Leo K. Doyle has become a star in the Youth Premier League and one of the brightest young players in the world. But he faces his toughest challenge yet when he joins his junior national team and tries to lead an underdog squad to victory in the greatest tournament of all for his age group.

Born and raised in a small town, Leo K. Doyle has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane. But Leo is a star soccer player with big dreams in life. Rock-star, Olympic gold, dragon-slaying dreams....

Rafe Khatchadorian, the hero of the bestselling Middle School series, is ready for a fun summer at camp - until he finds out it's a summer school camp....

A thunderous sound echoes through the stormy Nebraska countryside. The hair on the backs of their necks stood up. But it wasn't lightning. For twins Kent and Kyle Morris, there was only one creature who could make such a loud noise--it was Scarface!

Twelve-year-old Isaiah Rawlings wished for only one thing this summer, a camping trip outside of Kentucky. I’m so tired of camping in my backyard, he groaned. Isaiah pleads with his parents to reconsider their usual summer trip to dusty old museums and big cities.

A rival accuses Michael of being older than the league limit....

Trille and Lena may be getting older, but they still find everyday adventure - and trouble - in their coastal village, including sinking every raft they build, getting little sisters stuck up flag poles, and attending those dreaded music lessons....

It is every baseball kid’s dream summer job: batboy for your hometown Major League team....

Fans of the ingenious little monkey will not be disappointed as he....

In the third book in the middle grade series inspired by the life of iconic New York Yankee Derek Jeter, Derek's father keeps his promise to coach his son's youth baseball team....

Will Tyler can fly on a football field. He may not be the biggest running back around, but no one can touch him when it comes to hitting the hole and finding the end zone....

New York Times best-selling author Mike Lupica scores a touchdown with his new middle-grade sports series....

Boone Mason couldn't believe his eyes! He really does exist, he thought, as his left hand trembled on the bow. Thirty yards away was the biggest buck he'd ever seen. It was a moment he'd been waiting for all his young life. Somehow his quivering right hand found the bowstring.

The sixth book in the beloved and award-winning school hamster series! When Humphrey hears that school is ending, he can't believe his ears. What's a classroom hamster to do if there's no more school? It turns out that Mrs. Brisbane has planned something thrilling....

National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson's stirring novel-in-verse explores how a family moves forward when their glory days have passed and the cost of professional sports on Black bodies....

The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always....

Lena is Trille's best friend, even if she is a girl. And there is never an ordinary day when you've got a best friend like Lena....

Finn Connelly is nothing like his dad, a star athlete and firefighter hero who always ran toward danger until he died two years ago. Finn is about to fail seventh grade and has never made headlines . . . until now. Caught on camera vandalizing a cemetery, he's in big trouble for knocking down some dead old lady's headstone. Turns out that grave belongs to a legendary local mountain climber, and her daughter makes Finn an unusual offer: she'll drop all the charges if he agrees to climb all forty-six Adirondack High Peaks in a single summer.

Seventh-grader Willa is head-over-hooves when she finds a secret note inviting her to Juniper Ranch—a sleepaway camp that’s all about horses. The camp promises trail rides, horseback swims, and “ghorst” stories, plus tons of new horse-girl and (gasp!) horse-boy friends. Even better? Willa’s pals from Oakwood Riding Academy—including her sworn frenemy, Amara—are all coming along for the fun. But when Willa makes a dangerous mistake and a beloved steed goes missing, everyone at Juniper Ranch is suddenly a suspect.

Two best friends, one baseball team, and a giant, looming, SMELLY turd tank. What could possibly go wrong? This laugh-out-loud series, told in dual point-of-view, is about friendship, teamwork, and the occasional fart joke. Perfect for fans of The Last Kids on Earth, Big Nate, and The Secret Zoo.

Kai Sosa is so passionate about swimming he is practically a fish. This summer, he's determined to become the athlete he once was on an elite invitational team. But something invisible holds him back. His race times are off. Dreams of his sister Cali haunt him. And he hasn't found her missing gold cuff, her last request. When Kai discovers a library book Cali had checked out multiple times—about an underwater realm and a mysterious place called the Library of Despair and Sorrow—details from the story begin to appear in his own life.

Strong minds win games. The Caveman’s Guide teaches kids how to stay focused, bounce back, and play like a champion—mentally and physically. Using humor and straight talk, this book helps young athletes build the mindset they need to thrive in sports, school, and life. Teaches self-discipline, motivation, resilience, and goal-setting Includes exercises, challenges, and real-life scenarios Perfect for ages 9–14 in any sport—soccer, basketball, baseball, martial arts, and more Written in a fun, coach-style voice that keeps kids engagedWhether your kid is stuck in a slump or aiming for...

Let’s Play Ball! A Fast-Pitch Softball Guide for Girls Ages 6–11 The ultimate beginner’s guide to softball—for the players and their parents. Starting softball can feel overwhelming—for young players just learning the game and for families trying to support them. Let’s Play Ball! makes it fun, easy, and exciting to understand the basics of fast-pitch softball for girls ages 6 to 11. Written in a warm, friendly voice by a seasoned coach and softball parent, this colorful, illustrated handbook introduces girls to the game in a way that’s playful, positive, and full of heart. ...

What Shall We Do Today? The Community Center Mystery A Fun and Educational Adventure for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an exciting adventure at their local Community Center! When Maya arrives with mysterious invitations, the three friends discover that five special celebrations are happening on the same day. Perfect for classroom reading, bedtime stories, and independent readers who love learning while having fun! What makes this children's book special: Educational Value: Children learn about five real special days ...

Cal Klondike's life revolves around baseball. He's the Walthorne Baseball Academy's star pitcher, and everyone from his coach to his dad to the town sports blogger is telling Cal he has an unlimited future in the sport. But with all this attention comes a lot of added stress, especially as the season kicks into high gear and college and pro scouts start to show up at the games. Inevitably, tensions that have been bubbling under the surface finally boil over, culminating in a confrontation that could change Cal's relationship to baseball forever.

When Shay's family gathers for a day at Granny’s house, there's one thing she can count on: there will be Double Dutch. Shay would much prefer if her family would join her in another activity, like rollerblading or hula hooping (the stuff Shay does best!). But there's no convincing her cousins, or her aunties, who can't wait to join the fun! Luckily, Shay's family is supportive, and with just the right balance of encouragement and bravery, Shay might be able to conquer her fears. She may even have what it takes to be a Double Dutch Queen!

Nachwuchskicker Lucki und seine Freunde Nils, Can und Jeremy sind gespannt, wer ihr neuer Cheftrainer auf dem FC BAYERN CAMPUS werden wird. Angeblich soll es ein Ex-Fußballprofi sein, und das führt zu jeder Menge Spekulationen innerhalb des Teams. Auch eine zufällige Begegnung von Lucki mit dem Mädchen Camilla sorgt für Gesprächsstoff – wer ist die Unbekannte? Doch um auf den neuen Coach vorbereitet zu sein, müssen sich die Jungs aufs Wesentliche konzentrieren. Nur so können sie zeigen, dass sie das Zeug dazu haben, wahre Profis zu werden.