Winter Sports

On January 20, 2003, a thunderous crack rang out and a 100-foot-wide tide of snow barreled down the Northern Selkirk Mountains in British Columbia, Canada....

When Gracie Gold stepped onto center stage (or ice, rather) as America’s sweetheart at the 2014 Sochi Olympics, she instantly became the face of America’s most beloved winter sport....

In this sports memoir, Wayne Gretzky weaves memories of his legendary career with an inside look at professional hockey and the heroes and stories that inspired him. From minor-hockey phenomenon to Hall of Fame sensation, Wayne Gretzky rewrote the record books....

An uplifting leadership book about a coach who helped transform the nation’s worst high school hockey team into one of the best. Bacon’s strategy is straightforward: set high expectations, make them accountable to each other, and inspire them all to lead their team....

Mike Eruzione - the captain of the 1980 US Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, who scored of the winning goal - recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal....

A revolutionary guide to acknowledging fear and developing the tools we need to build a healthy relationship with this confusing emotion - and use it as a positive force in our lives....

A beautiful exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a thorough account of why it provides such a boost to body and soul....

The gruffest man in hockey opens up about the challenges, the feuds, and the tragedies he's fought through....

Former Olympic figure skater and self-professed America's Sweetheart Adam Rippon shares his underdog journey from beautiful mess to outrageous success in this hilarious, big-hearted memoir. ...

A daring and improbable story of Olympic gold from blue-collar origins, Gold from Iron is also a tale of massive dreams, constant sacrifice, and the lessons that can be learned racing down an ice-covered course on a carbon fiber board....

This pragmatic and positive book is a game-changing guide and valuable resource for anyone interested in high-performance hockey, as well as a valuable tool for self-development....

When the Detroit Red Wings were rebooting their franchise after more than two decades of relative futility, they knew the best place to find world-class players who could turn things around more quickly were conscripted servants behind the Iron Curtain....

The definitive autobiography from hockey's greatest living legend - "Mr. Hockey" himself, Gordie Howe....

Steve Dangle’s incredible odyssey, from self-starting Leafs lover to sports-media star....

Scotty Bowman is recognized as the best coach in hockey history, and one of the greatest coaches in all of sports. He won more games and more Stanley Cups than anyone else....

Sean McIndoe of Down Goes Brown, one of hockey's favorite and funniest writers, takes aim at the game's most memorable moments - especially if they're memorable for the wrong reasons - in this warts-and-all history of the NHL....

The first ever memoir from the most decorated female skier of all time, revealing never-before-told stories of her life in the fast lane, her struggle with depression, and the bold decisions that helped her break down barriers on and off the slopes....

A back-up goalie's hilarious behind-the-mask look at life in the NHLJamie McLennan spent 20 years playing professional hockey....

An electrifying adventure into the rich history of skiing and the modern heart of ski-bum culture, from one of America's most preeminent ski journalists....

50 Things to Know About Being a Ski Instructor by Timo Holmquist offers a unique inside guide to mastering the ski instructing profession. Most books on this topic are surprisingly lacking, and will often only endeavor to provide a brief and unsatisfactory overview....

In this exhilarating memoir, three-time World Champion and Olympic gold-medalist Nathan Chen tells the story of his remarkable journey to success, reflecting on his life as a Chinese American figure skater and the joys and challenges he has experienced.

The John Scott story is the ultimate underdog narrative in sports, when Scott went from a joke All-Star fan-voted nominee to scoring two goals and winning the All-Star Game's MVP title....

The pursuit of excellence is a double edged sword that leaves many hockey players or any high-performer worrying about mistakes, overthinking, and lacking confidence....

A multidimensional biography of one of Philadelphia’s ultimate power brokers....

For the Love of It: The Mammoth Legacy of Roma and Dave McCoy traces the lives of Roma and Dave McCoy, visionary founders of world-renowned Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, from their singular childhoods through their eventual building of the first chairlift in the Eastern Sierra....

If my brother knew I hooked up with his best friend, he’d kill us both. Now we’re in a fake relationship. At least he can’t kill us twice. Ryder Lafferty is unfairly perfect—broad shoulders that taper into a narrow waist, sculpted muscles, arresting blue eyes framed by thick lashes, lips that beg to be kissed… …I couldn’t resist. And he didn’t disappoint. He touched me like a starving man at a buffet where my body was the main course. But then he left me wanting more and disappeared. Years later, I return to our small town and run into Ryder, now a billionaire hockey star ...

As the maid of honor at my best friend's wedding, I was only supposed to dance with her older brother..NOT sleep with him. He’s Julian Maxmillian: a famous hockey player and a notorious playboy. With his stoic blue eyes, chiseled abs and 6’3” frame, he’s the best kind of trouble, in the worst kind of way. We were complete strangers just one week ago, when I berated him for spilling his drink all over my dress. And now here I am, with my dress on his bedroom floor. A one night stand during his off season, becomes an overtime game that I am not equipped to play. When his dad becomes ...

Mistake #1: Hooking up with a stranger when my life’s in danger. Mistake #2: Not recognizing he’s my brother’s best friend whom I’ve always hated. Mistake #3: When I do know, becoming his fake fiancée anyway. Targeted by a dangerous gang because I know military secrets, I’m fleeing to my small town to hide. Traveling in disguise, I stop to find a stress-relief partner. Whoah, do I find him— a tall, hot, brooding hunk with a killer smile and a body to die for who looks at me with hunger and devotion as he pleasures me like no one ever has before. Once at my brother’s, I ...

He’s the type of guy I’ve always been warned about: ambitious, too hot to handle, and my grumpy boss to boot! And yet, I jump willingly into that fire. . . I knew better. I mean, I’m a Badass Queen, ruling in a male-run world. But even Queens need to have fun, and what I needed was a dirty, flirty one-night stand. Enter Dominic "Dom" Steele, billionaire hockey legend. At 6’ 3", his presence is commanding. Each muscle finely sculpted, his body is pure perfection. He moves with a confidence that screams, “I’m a man who knows what I want.” He wanted me and I wanted him. Simple ...

Dating my small town's hottest billionaire seems like a fairy tale. But little do they know, it's all a charade… Struggling after my dream coffee shop in Seattle crashed and having my heart broken by my ex, I flee to my hometown, determined to buy back my former café and rebuild my life. Back in Cedarwood, I face a double blow: my possessive ex tracked me down, and someone just beat me to buying ‘Mocha Memoirs’—by a day. Worse yet, that someone is none other than Jake Rogers—my best friend’s brother and my old flame, whose body is one hot chiseled masterpiece with well-defined ...

I’m the father of my best friend’s sister’s son—only she doesn’t know it. When I met Layla Craig years ago, I didn’t know she was my best friend’s off-limits sister— all I knew is she was a bombshell and I wanted her badly. One night we had a sizzling secret encounter and pledged to become inseparable. Yet fate had other plans. Drafted by the NHL, I left town. My calls unanswered, I tried to forget her—but never could. Six years later, I’m back home for the off-season. Running into the love of my life again feels like a thunderbolt. Learning she has a son who looks just ...

He’s back. My small town’s hockey god and my brother's best friend. The one who took my V-card and vanished without a word. Max Decker. Cocky, self-centered, he looks every bit the man I remember—and more. His white T-shirt clings to his powerful arms. And his hands... strong, big, and thick, reveal his well-endowed nature. Now an NHL star, Max needs a fake fiancée to seal a multi-million-dollar deal. I'm not eager to play pretend with the boy who broke my heart, but my parents are about to lose their home, and Max can save them. Our charade sparks old flames. Stolen glances sizzle ...

This immersive book is your passport to understanding and mastering every aspect of the game, taking you through a meticulously detailed exploration. Discover the origins of ice hockey, tracing its history from pioneering moments to its evolution into a global sensation. Unveil the game's milestones, rule changes, and groundbreaking innovations that shaped the sport into what it is today.

Are you looking for the perfect hockey book for young readers? Are you seeking an engaging book that will have your child wanting to read more? Do you need a gift for a kid who’s crazy about hockey? Do you have a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew who plays hockey, watches hockey, or wants to learn more about the sport? This book is the perfect read for any young hockey fan. It’s an all-encompassing guide that covers everything from the history of the game, stories of the greatest players and games, trivia to test readers' knowledge, and everything in between. The Hockey Book for Kids ...

Rebounding with hockey's notorious bad boy, Carson Rhodes, felt scorchingly right when my ex ruthlessly dumped me on my birthday. Despite his on-ice reputation for dirty plays, I stupidly landed in Carson's bed that night, craving to feel desired again. It was supposed to be a mind-blowing one-night stand, but then my ex wanted me back. Protecting my fragile heart meant faking a relationship with Carson to keep my ex away. Suddenly, falling into bed together became natural—his skilled hands stripping me rapidly, our bodies entangled shamelessly. He's hockey's ultimate player, but I'm ...

In the heart-pounding game of ice hockey, where skill, determination, and passion collide, a new literary masterpiece emerges to celebrate the Titans who have left an indelible mark on the frozen battlefield. "Ice Hockey Legends Stories For Young Readers" takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the lives and careers of the sport's most iconic figures, unveiling the triumphs, trials, and transcendent moments that have etched their names into the annals of sports history. In this meticulously crafted anthology, each page is a portal to a bygone era, a glimpse into the sweat-soaked ...

Immerse yourself into an icy fantasy with the captivating new eBook 'The Snowmobile Survival Guide'. This manual is well-crafted and serves as your ultimate survival handbook, navigating you through the crunchy snow and the freezing ice of a hypothetical, post-Ice Age America. Any adrenaline junkie can learn the basics of a snowmobile in Chapter 2 before plunging deeper into the advanced mechanics in Chapter 3. However, survival is not just about mastering the machine. It's also about acclimating to the cold, understanding your body's reaction to the snow-kissed winds, and the essential ...

Welcome to a chilling journey into a hypothetical future in "The Frozen Compass"! This immersive guide takes you through a world reshaped by a modern ice age, where brutal blizzards are the norm and knowing how to navigate in a whiteout is an essential survival skill. The book offers a detailed roadmap of this frost-covered America, starting from understanding the transformed weather patterns to fundamental navigation strategies amid snowfall. Equip yourself with essential survival gears to withstand these harsh conditions. Thrill in the suspense of interpreting cryptic snowdrift patterns ...

Welcome to "Surviving the Ice," the definitive guide for anyone with an adventurous spirit who is set on their path to explore Earth's polar regions. From the mighty Arctic to the vast, unending expanse of the Antarctic, this guide prepares you to traverse these extremes like a seasoned veteran. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscapes of the polar regions with this comprehensive read. It not only paints an illuminating picture of these beautiful, frosty terrains but also imparts essential knowledge of their unique weather patterns. You'll be equipped with a range of survival skills...

Unlock the secrets of the silent, snowy wilderness with "Embracing the Frost," the definitive guide to conquering the cold and discovering the profound beauty of winter camping. Dive into this adventure-laden tome and encounter the allure of the frost-bitten world. "Embracing the Frost" is not just a book; it's a call to the brave and bold, to those willing to step into the heart of the serene yet challenging winter landscape. Chapter one sets the scene by delving into the magnetic pull of the wintertime wilderness and comparing the unique nuances across the camping seasons. As the chilly ...