Talented, unique, and always on the edge, this is the story of Mario Balotelli's journey from near death as an infant to becoming one of the world’s best known strikers. Balotelli's story is one of triumph over personal and racial challenges, and his struggle to find his own true identity.

Luis Suarez is one of the world’s most accomplished soccer strikers of our time. The kid from Uruguay made his living as a street sweeper when his amazing talent was discovered. He shot into stardom while struggling to balance his love for the game with his stormy personality. This is a story about dreams that came true and one boy who was able to bounce back from despair to achieve great success.

While joining his fellow Cardinals in the Vatican to elect a new Pope, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the Cardinal  from Buenos Aires, Argentina, goes back in time to his childhood neighborhood in Buenos Aires,  Argentina.  This is the heartfelt story of a boy with a passion for music and the beautiful game. Young Jorge’s values were forged in the neighborhood soccer park, and by his family and his grandmother who loved him and inspired him. Jorge was a boy whose c...

James Rodriguez - The Incredible number 10 is the inspiring story of a kid who spoke with his feet before he could muster the words. Leading Colombia in the 2014 World Cup, he became the star striker of the tournament and one of the top attacking midfielders of his generation. This is the fascinating story of the making of an incredible player.

The captivating story of soccer legend Lionel Messi, from his first touch at age five in the streets of Rosario, Argentina, to his first goal on the Camp Nou pitch in Barcelona, Spain. The Flea tells the amazing story of a boy who was born to play the beautiful game and destined to become the world's greatest soccer player.

Cristiano Ronaldo - The Rise of a Winner is the gripping life story of a boy who rose from the streets of Madeira to become one of the greatest soccer players ever. A heartfelt, startling tale of his journey to glory and what made him the man he is.

Neymar The Wizard is the fascinating coming of age story of Neymar Junior, the skinny kid from Mogi Das Cruz in Brazil, who has been called the next Pele'.  Neymar has taken Brazil and the world by storm and continues to inspire millions around the world with his talent, his open heart, and his engaging smile.  Following the international bestsellers, The Flea - The Amazing Story of Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - The Rise of a Winner by Michael Part, Neymar The Wiz...

Goal Scorer. Finisher. Poacher. The hardest thing to do in the game of soccer is to put the ball in the back of the net, and the men who do so regularly are prized beyond all others. The players in this book are the best in the world today at what they do. Get the essentials about Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar, Robin Van Persie, and many more. They are The Strikers.

"Everything in life belongs to God. Our purpose has already been mapped out."—David LuizOne of the rising stars in international soccer, David Luiz has been impressing crowds since he was a boy. But it is his faith, not his fame, that drives him to greater success and keeps him “defending the goal.” David made his debut in professional soccer as a left fullback when he was just 19. He was then picked up by Portugal’s Benfica team and named ...

The World Cup champion and double Olympic gold medalist shares her story in her own words!In this young readers' edition of Hope Solo's exciting life story, adapted from Solo: A Memoir of Hope, the former starting goalkeeper for the U.S. women's national soccer team gives readers behind-the-scenes details of her life on and off the field.Solo offers a fearless female role model for the next generation, driven to succeed on her own terms. Young fans will truly be inspired by...

A third grader realizes the importance of her name in this classic story of heritage and self-identity.For María Isabel Salazar López, the hardest thing about being the new girl in school is that the teacher doesn't call her by her real name. "We already have two Marías in this class," says her teacher. "Why don't we call you Mary instead?"But María Isabel has been named for her Papá's mother and for Chabela, her beloved Puerto Rican grandmother. Can she fin...