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Sixty-One

Life Lessons from Papa, on and off the Court

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Sixty-One

By: Chris Paul, Michael Wilbon - contributor
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Chris Paul, "The Point God," a member of the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team and current point guard for the Phoenix Suns, narrates this compelling memoir. Deeply affected by the untimely death of his grandfather, Nathaniel "PaPa Chili" Jones, Paul recounts the inspiration and influence PaPa Chili continues to play in his life and career.

A powerful and unexpected memoir of family, faith, tragedy, and life's most important lessons.

The day after future NBA superstar Chris Paul signed his letter of intent to play college basketball for Wake Forest, he received a world-shattering phone call. His grandfather, Nathaniel "Papa" Jones, a pillar of the Winston-Salem community where he owned and operated the first Black-owned service station in North Carolina, was mugged and ultimately died from a heart attack resulting from the assault. His funeral filled the largest church in the county, which held over 1,000 people. He was 61 years old.

The day after burying his grandfather, Chris was coping the best way he knew how: by playing basketball for his high school team. After pouring in shot after shot, his last attempt was an airball purposely flung out of bounds from the foul line before Chris exited the game. The next day, local news headlines declared that he fell six points shy of the statewide single game high school scoring record. But he accomplished exactly what he set out to do: scoring 61 points, one for each year of life lived by his grandfather.

In Sixty-One, Chris opens up about life beyond basketball and the role his grandfather played in molding him into the man and father he is today. He’ll speak about the foundation of faith and family he built his life upon, what it means to be a positive light within your community and beyond, and the importance of setting the proper example for future generations. Most importantly, Chris will talk about his home, Winston-Salem, and the close-knit family and village that raised him to become one of the most respected leaders in all of sports.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

©2021 Chris Paul (P)2021 Macmillan Audio
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Sixty-One

What a great book. Inspired me to continue my autobiography. Sad you forgot to mention Mr. Big Shot! That’s your guy!

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Wow- Thank You Chris Paul and Papa

My grandfather was my best friend, dad and play mate rolled into one. He passed away 8 days before my 16th birthday and at 49 I still speak about Fred Keith Romel. He exuded love and he had the patience of The Holy Spirit.

I appreciate you speaking about your papa as mine was just as special and these stories are important. It also helped me to remember that I need to do better, I know he’s proud but I also know that I’ve lost my patience with my teens boys and I definitely can work on my tone etc. I am aware we model to our kids as that’s one reason they say yes ma’am and no sir.
Really living your Papa’s message meant a lot.

Your book was beautiful and I’ve heard you speak with Dax Shepard and that by far has been one of my favorite interviews. I too loved hearing you speak with The Pivot. You’ve reminded me that leading is not easy and you have to remember why you were chosen for the position.
Thank you for an amazing book. Your kids, Jada and your whole family are truly blessed.

Respectfully,

Melaina Gautier, from Austin, TX

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Thank you

I personally am not a basketball fan, but heard an interview with Chris on Jay Shetty, I took a chance and used my credit for the month on this book. Chris Paul you did not disappoint. I cried, laughed and have been utterly inspired by this book. Thank you for sharing your story

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Great book.

I loved how Chris used life examples to give perspective to how he’s been able to achieve the level of success that he has.

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Beautiful tribute to an inspirational man

Absolutely a beautiful story written and read with love by Chris Paul. This picturesque writing is a great listen for the family as it takes you through the experiences and real life lessons learned. Thank you to the Paul family for sharing and God bless each of you.

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I really enjoyed this book. Being born and raised in Winston Salem I remember hearing about his Paw Paw’s senseless murder. I didn’t really know the details about how it went down or how it affected this young king. Thx for being so honest in the writing of this book. I loved hearing your story. Thx for always representing Winston Salem and being a role model that the youth of our hometown can look up too. God bless !

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So full right now…

A well done book, read by the original author, Chris Paul, himself. What a super bond he held with his grandfather,one which, including myself, will ever be experienced.
The struggles of African Americans, especially those of males, were truthfully told about. Will it ever end?!! Chris Paul, thank you for doing all you’re doing to enable the young and old to keep moving forward.

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Very inspirational

I would highly recommend this book. Beautiful words and story out of a very tragic event. Growing up in the South as well I Loved the images of being from a small town with a true sense of community. We also had one gas station that everyone went to. Oh how I remember the red rags!!

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Amazing story with some amazing people

This is a fantastic book. Chris Paul has led a truly inspirational life that started from a young age and the lessons he learned from his grandfather. Anyone and everyone will benefit from listening to this story!

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All I Can Say is WOW!!

All I can say is WOW!! Love him as a player and after reading this book about his Papa, and his life experiences on and off the court…I appreciate all of the emotion that Chris Paul expresses in this book (happiness, sadness, heartbreak, joy, love, etc.). Truly respect Paul so much more, not only as a great basketball player, but more importantly…as a man and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!

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