Books by Mike Lupica

Losing his spot as shortstop on the team to a new arrival named D-Will, Hutch finds the transition difficult, especially when his father, an ex-professional shortstop, starts giving his replacement all of his tips and attention. 200,000 first printing.

When an ex-girlfriend--a former Miss America turned television commentator--is reported missing and presumed dead, Peter Finley, an investigative journalist for a New York cable TV station, trails the clues that lead to a powerful Christian cable TV network.

While probing the circumstances that drove a young female college student to commit suicide in Washington Square Park, investigative reporter Peter Finley uncovers a highly successful on-campus co-ed prostitution ring.

Few activities bring fathers and sons together as much as sports, and this ESPN anthology brings readers a wealth of essays and stories about the bonds between fathers, sons, and the sports they play.

Meet Fred Imus, a latter-day Will Rogers with a touch of Yogi Berra, the younger brother and alter ego of Don "the I-Man" Imus, the nationally syndicated and original shock jock of the airwaves. The Fred Book collects Freds incomparable philosophy of life, irresistible politically incorrect ideology on everything from politics ("Here is the entire Whitewater investigation as far as I can gather: which goober knew about what loan and when?") to running a million-dollar catalog business ("Have a brother on radio"); from advice about how to keep women ("Keep yourself clean") to the Catholic Church ("They really do need more Jews calling the shots on the business side").For the "Imus in the Morning" radio program's legion of fans and anyone up for a little unvarnished Southwestern wisdom. The Fred Book: Uncut. Uncensored. Unplugged. 100% Fred. Made in the U.S.A.

When the owner of the worst pro basketball team in the world decides to sign Dee Gerard, the first woman ever to play in the NBA, chaos ensues as Dee tries to play the best game there is while spoiled young millionaires, personal and professional relationships, and the press wreak havoc on her life, in a rollicking and hilarious new novel by the author of Bump and Run.

Pitching prodigy Michael Arroyo is on the run from social services after being banned from playing Little League baseball because rival coaches doubt he is only twelve years old and he has no parents to offer them proof. Simultaneous.

Billy Raynor loves playing basketball, but his parents' divorce completely disrupts his life. His brother hardly ever speaks, his coach dad criticizes his playing skills, and his mother has disappeared into her work. With so much upheaval, Billy has to figure out how to be the best team player on his own. Part of Mike Lupica's Comeback Kid middle grade series.

When a beautiful blonde accuses basketball superstar Ellis "Fresh" Adair and his teammate of rape, the Knicks management calls in investigator DiMaggio to uncover the truth about a case complicated by vicious lies and violence. A first novel.

Wanting to make his father proud, Pedro decides to take on the difficult task of running for class president against basketball teammate and super-popular Ned, but as the race heats up, good sportsmanship takes a back seat and leaves Pedro reconsidering his campaign strategy in order to play an even game. 75,000 first printing.

One of sport's most well-known commentators speaks out about the current state of affairs in an industry that often involves striking players or greedy team owners, and suggests some revolutionary ideas to bring sports back to the fans.

Known for his strong arm, 13-year-old football fanatic Nate Brodie feels confident that he could win the million-dollar prize as an invited guest at an NFL contest, but when pressures at home mount, Nate looks to his best friend Abby, who teaches him what true courage is all about.

After her mother's death, twelve-year-old Molly learns that her father is Josh Cameron, a basketball star for the Boston Celtics who only cares about two things - himself and basketball.

Traces the author's life and football career and describes his experiences as the coach of the New York Giants.

A sequel to Bump and Run finds New York Hawks co-owner Jack Molloy taking a break abroad after his notorious brothers sell their half of the team to a fractious businessman, who quickly alienates everyone affiliated with the team and causes the departure of the general manager before Molloy enlists outside help.

Traces the life of Reggie Jackson, describes his career as a baseball player, and depicts the experience of being a member of the New York Yankees.

Playing baseball was the one thing that made twelve-year-old Nick Crandall feel at home until he found acceptance with adoptive parents, but he faces a new struggle to fit in when he becomes the first seventh-grader ever to make the varsity baseball team. Reprint.

Collects columns originally written for the New York Daily News and Esquire, offering sports highlights from 1977 to the present with discussions of baseball, football, star athletes, and the Olympic games of 1980 and 1984

Having led his team to the national championship, Danny is given the opportunity to attend Right Way basketball camp, but knowing that he will be playing with the best in the country puts the pressure on and makes him realize that he will have to rise to the challenge in order to prove himself once again. Reprint.

From the author of "Mad As Hell" comes a funny, moving, unconventional exploration of a golden baseball season: the year of McGwire and Sosa; of the Little League champions of Toms River, New Jersey, standing in awe on the field at Yankee Stadium; and of Joe DiMaggio watching the Yankees have the kind of year he always had--reminding all that some still play baseball like they used to.

A student on the local high school paper enlists the aid of city journalist Ben Mitchell to uncover the truth about the school's championship high-school basketball team when rumors begin to circulate about violent hazing rituals at a team retreat, brutalities that may have led to murder.

Mr. Ross cuts seventh-grader Danny from the basketball team, claiming that he's too short, but people speculate that the enmity between Ross and Danny's father, a divorced ex-NBA player, lies behind the rebuff. Danny and his father start their own team in retaliation, but Danny finds himself forced to assume the coaching duties when unexpected problems crop up. New York Daily News sports columnist Mike Lupica loads his novel with unusual details about the game and provides a rousing climactic showdown.

Part of bestselling author Mike Lupica's Comeback Kids series, this middle grade novel follows the friendship of Scott Parry, a serious nerd, and Chris Conlan, the ace football player all the sixth graders long to be friends with. Readers will enjoy discovering what draws these seemingly incompatible boys together. Lupica is the author of TRAVEL TEAM.

Washed out pitcher Charlie Stoddard is called back to the majors after the Red Sox lose two starting pitchers, but he hopes to turn around his personal life as well--a much more difficult challenge.