{"title":"Boxing, Wrestling \u0026 Martial Arts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep into the ring with Book Hero’s Boxing, Wrestling \u0026amp; Martial Arts collection that celebrates the skill, discipline, and history of combat sports. Discover training techniques, strategies, and the journeys of legendary fighters across boxing, wrestling, and various martial arts disciplines. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills, understand the intricacies of each sport, or find inspiration from champions, these resources offer valuable insights and motivation. Get ready to throw punches, grapple, and unleash your inner warrior!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"breathe","title":"Breathe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBreathe\u003c\/em\u003e is a captivating memoir from Rickson Gracie, the legendary master of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). This insightful narrative intricately weaves together the story of Gracie’s illustrious career with the broader historical backdrop of the Gracie family dynasty. Through this eloquent blend, readers discover how the deep connection between mind and body can be harnessed for triumph both inside the ring and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom his undefeated streak beginning in the late 1970s to his final bout at the Tokyo Dome in 2000, Rickson Gracie amassed hundreds of victories across diverse arenas: the street, the mat, the beach, and the competitive ring. His outstanding record and profound influence place him among the titans of martial arts, alongside legends like Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, and Jackie Chan. The Gracie family pioneered Jiu-Jitsu, propelling it to one of the most celebrated martial arts globally. Their mastery of Vale Tudo, a no-holds-barred form of Brazilian street fighting, laid the foundational stone for what would eventually become the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Quite simply, the landscape of modern MMA, the multi-billion-dollar UFC empire, and the widespread availability of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in communities around the world owe their existence to the Gracie family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBreathe\u003c\/em\u003e, Rickson Gracie for the first time unveils the complete chronicle of how his father and uncles developed Jiu-Jitsu. Gracie provides an intimate glimpse into growing up in a lineage of extraordinary fighters and the principles and techniques that guided him to maintain an unrivalled record of success. Readers are transported from the gritty streets of Rio de Janeiro, where Gracie learned to assert himself, to the illustrious arenas of Japan, where he gained international acclaim and honour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe memoir delves deep into his personal journey, recounting moments of severe challenges and heart-wrenching tragedy. Through these stories, Gracie extols universal virtues and illustrates how pride and ego are detrimental to true success. The rich narrative is enriched further with never-before-seen photographs and profound insights into both the sport and lifestyle from a storied legend. \u003cem\u003eBreathe\u003c\/em\u003e offers an enchanting and magnified view of an enduring legacy, coupled with an inspiring tale of navigating life's multifaceted challenges with elegance and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45685801058540,"sku":"9780008440114","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008440114.jpg?v=1725456401"},{"product_id":"mike-tyson","title":"Mike Tyson","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt all began with an art school photography assignment: Lori Grinker was shooting a project on young boxers under the guidance of the legendary trainer Cus D'Amato. While photographing others, Cus wandered over and asked why Lori wasn't shooting the bigger kid in the corner working a speed bag - he would one day be the heavyweight champion of the world! The kid was a then 13-year-old Mike Tyson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLori's early boxing photographs of Mike Tyson are without peer - little exists from that era and all of Grinker's work is personal with uniquely privileged access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMike Tyson\u003c\/em\u003e by Lori Grinker captures a rare and intimate glimpse into the early years of a future boxing legend's journey to greatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45686214492396,"sku":"9781576877760","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781576877760.jpg?v=1725464010"},{"product_id":"undisputed-truth","title":"Undisputed Truth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most talked-about and best-selling books of recent years, \u003ci\u003eUndisputed Truth\u003c\/i\u003e is the no-holds-barred autobiography of a sporting legend driven to the brink of self-destruction. This compelling bestseller delves deep into the raw and riveting story of Mike Tyson, offering an in-depth look into his tumultuous life and career. Co-written with Larry Sloman, author of Anthony Kiedis’s best-selling memoir \u003ci\u003eScar Tissue\u003c\/i\u003e, this book is an unflinching tale of a man born into a world of violence and chaos, ascending to the heights of fame only to spiral into crime, substance abuse, and controversy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom his early years growing up in the mean streets of Brooklyn, to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history, Tyson's story is spellbinding. His rise to stardom is matched only by his spectacular fall, marked by highly publicised legal battles, financial turmoil, and personal struggles. Yet, within this narrative of fury and fallibility is also a tale of redemption and self-awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUndisputed Truth\u003c\/i\u003e is not just a sports memoir but a complex portrait of a man who reflects on his life with brutal honesty. Tyson shares insights about the people who shaped him, from his mentor Cus D'Amato to his controversial interactions within the boxing world. The book is filled with anecdotes that are humorous, heartbreaking, and at times shocking, providing a thorough exploration of a personality that has been both vilified and revered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis autobiography pulls no punches, offering an unprecedented look into the mind of one of the most dynamic and misunderstood figures in sports history. The candid narration provides readers with a uniquely revealing glimpse of the emotions and experiences that shaped Tyson's journey. Full of the controversy and complexity that you would expect from a man who delighted as much as he shocked, this is a book that continually surprises and unveils a fascinating character beneath the veneer of violence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you think you know all about Mike Tyson, think again. \u003ci\u003eUndisputed Truth\u003c\/i\u003e will make you see him in a whole new light, offering a truly unputdownable read that is as enlightening as it is entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45687201923308,"sku":"9780007502530","price":28.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780007502530.jpg?v=1725474988"},{"product_id":"be-water-my-friend","title":"Be Water, My Friend","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBe Water, My Friend\u003c\/i\u003e, written by Shannon Lee, is a profound and enlightening exploration of the life philosophies of the legendary martial artist and film icon Bruce Lee, as seen through the eyes of his daughter. In this compelling guide, Shannon Lee invites readers to delve deeper into Bruce Lee's wisdom, which extends far beyond his celebrated physical prowess. This book is not just a memoir but a timeless manual on self-discovery and personal growth, inspired by Bruce Lee's unconventional teachings and the principles that shaped his extraordinary life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Lee's legacy is often celebrated for his remarkable contributions to martial arts and cinema, but his daughter, Shannon, unveils another dimension to his persona: a philosopher who utilised martial arts as a metaphor for various aspects of life. With the famous adage, \"Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water,\" Bruce Lee encapsulated a philosophy that advocates adaptability, resilience, and spiritual tranquillity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBe Water, My Friend\u003c\/i\u003e, Shannon Lee shares previously untold stories from her father's life, providing intimate insights and vivid anecdotes that bring Bruce Lee’s principles to life. Each chapter of the book revolves around a central theme derived from Bruce Lee’s teachings, elaborating on his iconic “be water” philosophy. This philosophy encourages us to stay fluid and open-minded, to seamlessly adapt to the challenges life throws our way, and to cultivate a way of being that transcends rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Shannon Lee recounts her father's wisdom, she also intertwines her personal reflections and contemporary perspectives, making the teachings accessible and relevant to today’s readers. The narrative is constructed to inspire an inward journey, prompting readers to reflect on their lives, consider new perspectives, and strive for continuous self-improvement. It's a call to action to view our lives with fresh eyes and an invitation to embrace a transformative way of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBe Water, My Friend\u003c\/i\u003e is more than just a philosophical treatise; it is a tribute to Bruce Lee's enduring influence and a practical guide to integrating his life-enhancing insights into our daily routines. From the way we handle personal relationships to how we confront our deepest fears, Shannon Lee shows us how her father’s lessons can lead us towards a more harmonious and fulfilling existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCritics acclaimed the book for its powerful and reflective prose. Maria Popova lauded it as a \"slender, potent book twining her father's timeless philosophies of living with her own reflections,\" highlighting its ability to marry the wisdom of Bruce Lee with modern-day relevance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a treasure for both long-time admirers of Bruce Lee and newcomers alike. It serves as an inspirational testament to his unique capacity to influence our lives and imaginations, urging us to adopt his philosophy of being as fluid and resilient as water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691588247788,"sku":"9781846046667","price":33.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781846046667.jpg?v=1725546569"},{"product_id":"gloves-off","title":"Gloves Off","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unflinching autobiography from the two-time world heavyweight champion and British People's Champion, Tyson Fury, now out in paperback, \u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e is an enthralling journey into the life of one of boxing's most charismatic and controversial figures. From his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise and dramatic falls, Fury’s story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this no-holds-barred autobiography, Tyson pulls no punches in his most candid, comprehensive, and entertaining book yet. For the first time, Fury chronicles his inspirational story in full – the rise, the fall, and the dramatic resurgence that saw him come back from the brink of suicide to reclaim his heavyweight crown. This access-all-areas narrative is filled with never-before-told stories, reflecting on what has truly defined him throughout his tumultuous career and personal life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFury offers a deep dive into his Travelling upbringing and discusses how it shaped his identity and values. He talks openly about his fighting family, including his father John and his half-brother Tommy, and the pivotal role they played in his life. His beloved wife Paris and their six beautiful children also feature prominently, highlighting the personal battles he faced alongside his professional ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMental health is a significant theme in \u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e, as Fury bravely shares his own struggles with depression and the ways he fought to overcome them. His faith and spirituality are also explored, offering readers insight into the man behind the gloves. Boxing rivalries, such as those with Deontay Wilder and Dillian Whyte, are recounted with fascinating blow-by-blow accounts of his thrilling victories and the intense preparation that led up to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTyson's story is not just about boxing; it's about resilience and redemption. One of the most touching parts of the book reveals the weeks leading up to the biggest fight of his career in 2021, when Tyson was sleeping on a hospital floor in intensive care, tending to his premature daughter Athena who was fighting for her life. This poignant glimpse into Tyson's life showcases the tender, devoted father behind the fierce fighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith raw intimacy and unfettered honesty, \u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on a remarkable journey through triumphs and tribulations, providing an unforgettable insight into the life of Tyson Fury, a true champion both inside and outside the ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691969863916,"sku":"9781804941577","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781804941577.jpg?v=1725550503"},{"product_id":"the-book-of-five-rings-1","title":"The Book of Five Rings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by the legendary master swordsman and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi in 1643, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e is an enduring piece of literature that delves deeply into the complex art of strategy and confrontation. At its core, the book outlines Musashi's timeless theories on the intricacies of warfare, personal development, and the pursuit of mastery. Composed during his later years, the work offers profound insights into the philosophical underpinnings of conflict and how to navigate it wisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis masterful treatise is not confined to the realm of martial artists and combatants alone; it transcends its historical context to provide invaluable lessons for leaders and professionals across various fields. Musashi's analysis extends beyond mere physical confrontations to explore the psychological and spiritual dimensions of struggle. His teachings are rooted in the idea that the principles of combat resonate with any form of competition or contest, be it in business, strategy, or personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e is organised into five distinct scrolls, each representing a different element—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Void. Through these elements, Musashi articulates his philosophy and techniques, guiding readers through a progressive journey of understanding. From foundational tactics to the elusive concept of 'No Mind' or 'Void,' each section offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of strategic thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Earth Scroll lays the groundwork, emphasising the importance of attitude and foundational techniques. The Water Scroll adapts these principles to fluid and adaptable strategies. The Fire Scroll delves into the heat of battle, detailing dynamic and aggressive tactics. The Wind Scroll invites readers to study various schools of thought and their techniques, promoting an understanding of diverse approaches. Finally, the Void Scroll challenges readers to transcend conventional knowledge and achieve a deeper, more intuitive level of skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis ancient text transcends time, offering wisdom that remains strikingly relevant in today's fast-paced and competitive world. Leaders, strategists, and individuals seeking self-improvement will find Musashi's teachings both enlightening and empowering. His enduring legacy as a samurai and strategist is immortalised in \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that continues to be a seminal guide for achieving excellence and understanding the true nature of conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692373696748,"sku":"9781590302484","price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781590302484.jpg?v=1725560252"},{"product_id":"the-fight","title":"The Fight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the visionary mind of one of New Journalism's pioneering figures, Norman Mailer, \u003cem\u003eThe Fight\u003c\/em\u003e provides an unfiltered, riveting account of the 1974 World Heavyweight Boxing Championship held in Kinshasa, Zaire. This historic bout brought together two of the most formidable boxers on the planet - Muhammad Ali and George Foreman - who clashed not just with their fists, but with their philosophies, personas, and legacies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Fight\u003c\/em\u003e, Mailer dives deep into the lead-up to the legendary fight known as \"The Rumble in the Jungle\", capturing the essence of 1970s boxing and the rich, vibrant culture of Zaire. Muhammad Ali, known for his charismatic taunts and exceptional agility, stood as a symbol of resilience and unabashed confidence. In stark contrast, George Foreman carried an aura of invincibility, with an unbeaten record that made him the silent yet deadly adversary. Mailer's gripping narrative transports readers to the thick of the action, from the nuances of the fighters' training camps to the electric atmosphere of the fight night itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMailer masterfully illustrates Foreman's controlled demeanour and his unpredictable power, describing how \"his hands were his instrument, and he 'kept them in his pockets the way a hunter lays his rifle back into its velvet case'.\" This vivid portrayal underscores the calculated nature of Foreman's approach. On the other side, Ali's strategy and psychological warfare are explored in depth, revealing the mind games and tactical brilliance that defined his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut \u003cem\u003eThe Fight\u003c\/em\u003e goes beyond the squared circle. It is a profound exploration of the complexity of the human spirit, ambition, and pride. Through his meticulous, almost poetic prose, Mailer paints an indelible picture of two great minds, two iron wills, and two monumental egos colliding in one of sport's most monumental events. The book captures not only the physical contest but the cultural and personal ramifications of this historic spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Fight\u003c\/em\u003e remains a hallmark of sports literature, celebrated for its detailed reporting, engaging storytelling, and deep psychological insights. Norman Mailer's compelling account makes it clear why the clash between Ali and Foreman remains one of boxing's most legendary encounters, forever etched into the annals of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692396470508,"sku":"9780141184142","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141184142.jpg?v=1725561548"},{"product_id":"musashis-book-of-five-rings","title":"Musashi's Book of Five Rings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMusashi's Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling exploration of martial arts philosophy written by the legendary Japanese swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. This seminal work, composed in 1645, delves into the intricacies of strategy, discipline, and the warrior's path. The book is divided into five chapters, known as \"rings,\" each focusing on a different aspect of combat and tactics: Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Void. Throughout the book, Musashi imparts timeless wisdom on the art of battle, blending profound philosophical insights with practical advice for warriors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMuch more than a simple manual for martial combat, \u003cem\u003eMusashi's Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e offers profound insights that extend beyond the battlefield. Musashi's teachings emphasise the importance of adaptability, observation, and inner strength, principles that are relevant in any competitive arena, from business to personal growth. His approach underlines the necessity of understanding one's opponent and environment, continually adapting and refining one's strategies to emerge victorious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition, translated by esteemed martial artist Stephen F. Kaufman, presents Musashi's wisdom in a manner that is both accessible and free from the commercial bias often seen in other translations. Kaufman meticulously conveys Musashi's teachings, maintaining the integrity and depth of the original content, making it an invaluable resource not only for martial artists but also for anyone looking to improve their strategic thinking and focus. Readers will find themselves transported into the mind of one of Japan's greatest warriors, gaining insights that continue to resonate through the centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book remains a cornerstone in the study of Japanese martial arts and strategy. Its timeless concepts have influenced various fields, and it continues to be widely read and respected for its deep philosophical underpinnings and practical applications. Whether you are a martial artist seeking to enhance your skills, a business professional looking to sharpen your strategic acumen, or a reader in search of profound life lessons, \u003cem\u003eMusashi's Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e offers invaluable guidance that transcends the boundaries of time and discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45739511480556,"sku":"9780804835206","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780804835206_267361c5-3968-494c-8cea-9b110e7facfb.jpg?v=1732673257"},{"product_id":"becky-lynch-the-man","title":"Becky Lynch: The Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy age seven, Rebecca Quin, now known in the ring as Becky Lynch, was already defying what the world expected of her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaised in Dublin, Ireland in a devoutly Catholic family, Rebecca constantly invented new ways to make her mother worry—roughhousing with the neighbourhood kids, getting older and hosting secret parties while her parents were away, enrolling in a warehouse wrestling school, nearly breaking her neck and almost kneecapping a WWE star before her own wrestling career even began—and she was always in search of a thrilling escape from the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca's deep love of wrestling as a child set her on an unlikely path. With few female athletes to look to for guidance, Rebecca pursued a wrestling career hoping to change the culture and move away from the antiquated disrespect so often directed at the elite female athletes that grace the ring. Even as a teenager, she knew that she would stop at nothing to earn a space among the greatest wrestlers of our time, and to pave a new path for female fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCulled from decades of journal entries, Rebecca's memoir offers a raw, personal, and honest depiction of the complex woman behind the character Rebecca Quin plays on TV. It provides a fascinating insight into the world of professional wrestling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45744938221804,"sku":"9781408732359","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781408732359.jpg?v=1726663964"},{"product_id":"comfort-in-darkness","title":"Comfort in Darkness","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterwork from the world's greatest Jiu Jitsu fighter and international bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eBREATHE\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA mythic figure in fighting and a legendary member of the “first family of martial arts,” Rickson Gracie is considered the godfather of what we recognise today as Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Although Rickson’s three decades of total dominance in Jiu Jitsu is astounding, even more astounding is the serenity and spiritual depth of his approach to combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome consider Jiu Jitsu a martial art, others consider it a sport, but to Gracie, it is a philosophical system he uses to face and evaluate life’s challenges and maintain happiness and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGracie wrote \u003cem\u003eComfort in Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, a terminal sentence which he views as the greatest fight of his life, one he knows he will eventually lose. This is Gracie’s defining life statement about his spiritual and technical practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time, he reveals his time-tested theories and techniques of invisible Jiu Jitsu, a combat system anyone can use to awaken their power and apply it to their everyday lives. An indispensable tool for any fighter or seeker, \u003cem\u003eComfort in Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e teaches how to balance and align the mind, body, and spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45839071117548,"sku":"9780008725174","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008725174.jpg?v=1729462462"},{"product_id":"breath-of-the-dragon-by-shannon-lee-9781399723442","title":"Breath of the Dragon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSixteen-year-old Jun dreams of proving his worth as a warrior in the elite Guardian's Tournament, held every six years to entrust the magical Scroll of Heaven to a new protector. Eager to prove his skills, Jun hopes that a win will restore his father's pride—righting a horrible mistake that caused their banishment from his home, mother, and twin brother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut Jun's father strictly forbids him from participating. He believes there is no future in Jun honing his skills as a warrior, especially considering Jun is not breathmarked, born with a patch of dragon scales and blessed with special abilities like his twin. Determined to be the next Guardian, Jun stows away in the wagon of Chang and his daughter, Ren, performers on their way to the capital where the tournament will take place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Jun competes, he quickly realises he may be fighting for not just a better life, but the fate of the country itself and the very survival of everyone he cares about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46023943323884,"sku":"9781399723442","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399723442.jpg?v=1734483783"},{"product_id":"the-steps-by-sylvester-stallone-9781399629461","title":"The Steps","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe long-awaited memoir from a true Hollywood icon.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe know Sylvester Stallone as one of the most revered actors, writers, and directors of all time, yet his life story is every bit as dramatic, intense, and inspiring as his greatest creations on screen. Bringing together a no-holds-barred account of a fascinating life with messages of hope, positivity, and resilience, in \u003cem\u003eThe Steps\u003c\/em\u003e, Sly gives readers an intimate and revealing glimpse into his own journey for the very first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46256713662700,"sku":"9781399629461","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399629461_1.jpg?v=1757970079"},{"product_id":"the-last-bell-by-donald-mcrae-9781398539914","title":"The Last Bell","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDonald McRae has followed boxing all his life. In recent years, his love has waned, as criminality, doping, and dirty money gnaw away at the soul of boxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2018, grieving the death of his sister and with his parents seriously ill, he sought refuge in boxing again. At just this moment, Tyson Fury completed one of the most shocking comebacks in the history of the sport, proving that it still had the ability to offer thrills and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Fury’s comeback to the first undisputed heavyweight champion of this century, McRae takes you ringside and into the inner sanctums of some of the greatest contemporary fighters. He shows what’s needed to become a champion like Katie Taylor or Oleksandr Usyk, but he also reveals the physical and mental devastation of defeat and, by telling the heartbreaking story of Patrick Day, faces up to the very real threat of death in the ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Last Bell\u003c\/i\u003e, McRae’s most personal and explosive book, he tries to reconcile the contradictions which lie at the murky heart of a sport he’s followed for 50 years and wonders if this might finally be the time to leave it all behind...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46266019578092,"sku":"9781398539914","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781398539914.jpg?v=1742159861"},{"product_id":"becky-lynch-the-man-by-rebecca-quin-9781408732373","title":"Becky Lynch: The Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sunday Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestseller - now in paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy age seven, Rebecca Quin, now known in the ring as Becky Lynch, was already defying what the world expected of her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaised in Dublin, Ireland in a devoutly Catholic family, Rebecca constantly invented new ways to make her mother worry - roughhousing with the neighbourhood kids, getting older and hosting secret parties while her parents were away, enrolling in a warehouse wrestling school, nearly breaking her neck and almost kneecapping a WWE star before her own wrestling career even began - and she was always in search of a thrilling escape from the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca's deep love of wrestling as a child set her on an unlikely path. With few female athletes to look to for guidance, Rebecca pursued a wrestling career hoping to change the culture and move away from the antiquated disrespect so often directed at the elite female athletes that grace the ring. Even as a teenager, she knew that she would stop at nothing to earn a space among the greatest wrestlers of our time, and to pave a new path for female fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCulled from decades of journal entries and containing treasured family photos, Rebecca's memoir offers a raw, personal, and honest depiction of the complex woman behind the character Rebecca Quin plays on TV, and a fascinating insight into the world of professional wrestling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance Distribution Services Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46267627995372,"sku":"9781408732373","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781408732373.jpg?v=1742162563"},{"product_id":"the-pocket-samurai-9781611802160","title":"The Pocket Samurai","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected writings from the most influential texts of the samurai era—in a pocket-size edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe samurai of Japan, who were the country's military elite from medieval times to the end of the nineteenth century, were synonymous with valour, honour, and martial arts prowess. Their strict adherence to the code of bushido (\"the way of the warrior\"), chivalry, and honour in fighting to the death continues to capture the imagination of people today, inspiring authors, filmmakers, and artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Pocket Samurai\u003c\/em\u003e contains the essential writings of the era by the most esteemed samurai and philosophers of the age, including the iconic Miyamoto Musashi, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e; Yamamoto Tsunetomo, author of \u003cem\u003eHagakure\u003c\/em\u003e, the best-known explication of the samurai code; Takuan Soho, the Zen priest and adviser to samurai; Yagyu Munenori, whose \u003cem\u003eThe Life-Giving Sword\u003c\/em\u003e describes a deeply spiritual approach to sword fighting; and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338693726444,"sku":"9781611802160","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23955413482761.jpg?v=1743743952"},{"product_id":"hitman-by-bret-hart-9780091932862","title":"Hitman","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHitman\u003c\/i\u003e is the international bestseller by 'the living legend of wrestling' - The Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmazingly detailed and meticulously crafted ... \u003ci\u003eHitman\u003c\/i\u003e will stand the test of time as one of the definitive wrestling biographies\u003c\/em\u003e - Publishers Weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBret Hart still makes me believe that wrestling is good\u003c\/em\u003e - Hulk Hogan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePacked with drugs, sex, vicious family in-fighting and tales of life on the road ... Hart names names and lays it all bare in his own words\u003c\/em\u003e - Globe and Mail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA story of death, sex, betrayal and revenge; sweat, steroids and duplicity - wrestler Bret Hart lifts the lid on the wacky, mythic, secretive world of pro wrestling in this epic tell-all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46344176763116,"sku":"9780091932862","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19674823482220.jpg?v=1744013192"},{"product_id":"baddest-man-by-mark-kriegal-9781529958959","title":"Baddest Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the acclaimed \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author whose coverage of Mike Tyson and his inner circle dates back to the 1980s, comes a magnificent noir epic about fame, race, greed, criminality, trauma, and the creation of the most feared and mesmerizing fighter in boxing history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a defining evening of the 1980s, Donald Trump hosted celebrities and high rollers in a Jersey Shore town to witness 21-year-old Mike Tyson knock out Michael Spinks in just 91 seconds, earning more than the annual payrolls of the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics combined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly eight years earlier, Tyson, a troubled child from Brooklyn, was taken under the wing of boxing legend Cus D'Amato in upstate New York. Their story of mutual redemption captivated novelists, screenwriters, and the emerging cable TV industry. Tyson became HBO's leading man long before Tony Soprano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the immense success, Tyson's story was more complex and darker than it appeared. Over the decades, he has been villainized, lionized, and fetishized—but never fully humanized until now. Acclaimed biographer Mark Kriegel, who first encountered Tyson as a young reporter, explores Tyson's life through what he survived rather than whom he knocked out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTyson, often compared to Jack Dempsey, was more akin to Sonny Liston—Black, feared, and expected to die young. What made Liston a pariah made Tyson a touchstone for a generation influenced by hip hop and gunfire. Kriegel captures not just Tyson's rise but his profound impact on the American psyche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46363966701804,"sku":"9781529958959","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529958959.jpg?v=1744671736"},{"product_id":"behind-the-mask-by-tyson-fury-9781787465060","title":"Behind the Mask","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA redemption tale like no other—\u003cem\u003eBehind the Mask\u003c\/em\u003e is an unflinching autobiography from the British People's Champion that details—for the first time ever—the extraordinary story of the rise and fall and rise again of Tyson Fury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAS SEEN ON NETFLIX'S AT HOME WITH THE FURYS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AND AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDOUBLE WINNER—BEST AUTOBIOGRAPHY \u0026amp; BEST OVERALL SPORTS BOOK OF 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Incredible stories... you don't have to be a boxing fan to enjoy it' \u003c\/em\u003e– SCOTT MILLS, BBC RADIO 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'One of sport's most heart-warming stories' \u003c\/em\u003e– SUNDAY TIMES, SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A must-read for any boxing fan.' \u003c\/em\u003e– WORLD BOXING NEWS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'If you know someone who is a fan of the People's Champion then they'll love this.' \u003c\/em\u003e– TALKSPORT XMAS GIFT GUIDE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe extraordinary story of the rise and fall and rise again of Tyson Fury... \u003cstrong\u003eTHE GYPSY KING.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Manchester lad from Irish Traveller stock, born three months premature and weighing just a pound at birth, Tyson (named after his father's boxing hero) grew up to become one of the most unlikely heavyweight champions in history. This 'dream come true' soon turned to nightmare, however, as alcohol and cocaine abuse took hold and Tyson was stripped of his titles. What followed was the darkest moment of his life—detailed in this book for the first time—in which he came within seconds of ending everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PEOPLE'S CHAMPION.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike all the greatest stories, though, there is redemption and Tyson defies all the odds and literally drags himself to his feet. 10 million people around the globe watched Fury fight Wilder in the biggest fight of the boxing calendar. Speaking candidly about his struggles with mental health, this is Tyson Fury as you have never seen him before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BRITISH ICON.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBehind the Mask\u003c\/em\u003e is an unflinching story from the greatest boxer of our time and a man who has demonstrated strength of a very different kind by conquering his demons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'It's a great book, if I could read, I'd buy it' \u003c\/em\u003e– BILLY JOE SAUNDERS, WBO World Super-Middleweight Champion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'I didn't believe boxers could be role models, but Tyson Fury has changed my mind... This 30-year-old Mancunian has made us all think twice about the possibilities of redemption.' \u003c\/em\u003e– SIMON KELNER, INDEPENDENT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Tyson Fury has become Britain's most unlikely inspirational figure... the sight of a broken Fury caught a mood with the public. Never was the epithet \"People's Champion\" more apt' \u003c\/em\u003e– RON LEWIS, THE TIMES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Tyson Fury is an amazing real-life champion' \u003c\/em\u003e– SYLVESTER STALLONE, star of Rocky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'You may not have any interest in boxing at all and you will find this story about Tyson's life fascinating' \u003c\/em\u003e– BBC RADIO 5 LIVE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'An unusual, heartening story, nicely told. There is much to amaze and admire' \u003c\/em\u003e– SUNDAY TIMES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46370007023852,"sku":"9781787465060","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11179643482824.jpg?v=1744802137"},{"product_id":"gloves-off-by-tyson-fury-9781529199369","title":"Gloves Off","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable for pre-order now\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe no-holds-barred autobiography - including the full story behind Tyson's record-breaking victory against Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in front of 94,000 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e by Tyson Fury pulls no punches in his most candid, comprehensive, and entertaining book yet. It chronicles for the first time in full his inspirational story: the rise, the fall, and the rise again, which saw him come back from the brink of suicide to reclaim his heavyweight crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccess-all-areas and full of never-before-told stories, Tyson looks back on his life and career to examine what's really defined him: his travelling upbringing, his fighting family (including his dad John and his half-brother Tommy), his beloved wife Paris, his six beautiful children, his mental health battles, his faith, his boxing rivalries, and the fights, pitfalls, and challenges along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTyson shares fascinating blow-by-blow accounts of his inspiring victories against Deontay Wilder and Dillian Whyte, his recovery from the depths of depression, and his journey to reclaiming his world heavyweight title. With revealing intimacy, Tyson also shares new sides to his character. In the weeks before the biggest fight of his career in 2021, the devoted father was sleeping on a hospital floor in intensive care, tending to his new-born daughter Athena, who was born premature and fighting for her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46372024189164,"sku":"9781529199369","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12415413482732.jpg?v=1744813862"},{"product_id":"on-the-chin-by-alex-mcclintock-9781925773927","title":"On the Chin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first thing that impressed me about Fritzy was his collection of boxing maxims, which he deployed continuously and without regard to their relevance: ‘Ya don’t play boxing’, ‘Don’t hook with a hooker’, ‘Kill the body and the head’ll die’, ‘Move ya head or the other guy’ll move it for ya.’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFritzy was Jake’s trainer. I had got his mobile number from Jake, but put off dialling it for two days, afraid my voice would betray me as soft, privileged and generally unsuitable for instruction. When I did finally work up the nerve to call, I half-hoped nobody would pick up. But on the fifth ring, a voice, broad and rasping, answered: ‘Fritzy here.’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘G’day,’ I said, affecting the same kind of matey, flat-vowelled intonation my dad uses when talking to his mechanic. ‘I was calling about getting some boxing lessons for me and a mate?’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sport of boxing provokes love, loathing and sometimes lust with equal intensity. It’s a ticket out of poverty, a middle-class fascination and a promoter’s goldmine; it can hook people with a primal burst of adrenaline and clinch them tight, or repel them utterly from the first jab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOn the Chin\u003c\/em\u003e Alex McClintock uses his own unlikely progress through the amateur ranks as a springboard to explore the history, culture and contradictions of the sweet science—with detours through some of its notable characters, including: Benny ‘The Ghetto Wizard’ Leonard, ‘The Boxing Barista’ Luigi Coluzzi, the immaculately named Trenton Titsworth, and the great Ruben Olivares, once described as ‘the undisputed champion of the bender and the cabaret’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInformative, insightful and effortlessly entertaining, \u003cem\u003eOn the Chin\u003c\/em\u003e is your essential guide to the art of hitting and getting hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46376224850156,"sku":"9781925773927","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18064603482873.jpg?v=1744829508"},{"product_id":"our-fight-by-ronda-rousey-9781529912395","title":"Our Fight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inspirational story of resilience and recovery from UFC and WWE legend, Ronda Rousey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Sunday Times bestselling author, British Sports Book of the Year Award winner, and trailblazing athlete Ronda Rousey, an unfiltered and entertaining chronicle of her last decade, tackling not only UFC and WWE but also parenthood, overcoming adversity, and finding meaning in life's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou defined the division. You basically created the concept of women fighting in the UFC... Thank you for writing this book, it's incredibly honest.\u003c\/em\u003e - Steven Bartlett, Diary of a CEO podcast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRousey has rewritten her story arc, and along the way learned that self-reliance and independence is real freedom.\u003c\/em\u003e - Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGripping and, at its best, offers a raw personal history of concussion.\u003c\/em\u003e - Donald McRae, Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the moment she burst onto the MMA scene, Ronda Rousey was unbeatable. She repeatedly strung together back-to-back flawless victories, racking up a collection of records and forever changing the face of sports as the UFC's first female champion. A superstar in her sport, she transcended athletics, appearing in blockbuster films and becoming a role model for women everywhere. Then, on November 15, 2015, it all came crashing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOur Fight\u003c\/em\u003e, Rousey explores the greatest challenge of her life and, ultimately, how she rebuilt her career into something better in the aftermath. She recounts how she replaced her pursuit of perfection with the pursuit of happiness and found a blessing in disguise amongst the wreckage. Following Rousey's relatable journey, \u003cem\u003eOur Fight\u003c\/em\u003e is a courageous narrative of career changes, marriage, motherhood, and facing your fears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46376399470828,"sku":"9781529912395","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19545673482732.jpg?v=1744829960"},{"product_id":"the-furious-method-by-tyson-fury-9781529156348","title":"The Furious Method","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspirational advice on how we can all improve our physical and mental health, and create a champion mind-set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe knock-out Sunday Times bestseller from the heavyweight champion, the People's Champion, the 2020 BBC Sport Personality of the Year nominee, the Gypsy King - Tyson Fury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Tyson's story ranks as one of the greatest comebacks ever. Not just in sport.' \u003cem\u003eTelegraph\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom weighing twenty-eight stone and fighting a deep depression, to his amazing return to heavyweight champion of the world, Tyson opens up and shares his inspiring advice and tips on diet, exercise regime, and his incredible journey back to a healthier body and mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrank, accessible and inspiring, \u003cem\u003eThe Furious Method\u003c\/em\u003e is full of inspirational advice for readers on how we can all improve our physical and mental health, and create a champion mind-set. Whatever your starting point or past set-backs, Tyson will show you how you can make your own comeback and start living your life to the fullest - fighting fit, mentally restored, and stronger than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'King of the ring . . . king of how to make a regime work for you. Passes on the message without preaching, without lecturing' Chris Evans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Full of tips on getting physically and mentally fitter . . . a great antidote to battling lockdown blues.' \u003cem\u003eEvening Standard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380111888620,"sku":"9781529156348","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11985203482732.jpg?v=1744842608"},{"product_id":"win-or-learn-by-john-kavanagh-9780241977682","title":"Win or Learn","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe man behind the success of Conor McGregor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in Dublin, John Kavanagh was a skinny kid who was frequently bullied. After suffering a bad beating when he intervened to help a man who was being attacked, he decided he had to learn to defend himself. Before long, he was training fighters in a tiny shed and promoting the earliest mixed-martial arts events in Ireland. And then, a cocky young lad called Conor McGregor walked into his gym...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWin or Learn\u003c\/em\u003e, John Kavanagh tells his own remarkable life story—one that is at the heart of the extraordinary explosion of MMA in Ireland and globally. Kavanagh has become a guru to young men and women seeking to master the arts of combat. As the trainer of the world's most charismatic male MMA star, he has become a magnet for talented fighters from all over the world. Kavanagh's portrait of Conor McGregor—who he has seen in his lowest moments as well as in his greatest triumphs—is a revelation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat emerges from \u003cem\u003eWin or Learn\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable portrait of ambition, discipline, and persistence in the face of years and years of disappointment. It is a must-read for every MMA fan—but also for anyone who wants to understand how to follow a dream and realise a vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380341231852,"sku":"9780241977682","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3490363482274.jpg?v=1744855719"},{"product_id":"hell-in-boots-by-saraya-jade-bevis-9781668027844","title":"Hell in Boots","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNATIONAL BESTSELLER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn eye-opening memoir of family drama, stardom, despair, and resilience from the wildly popular wrestling superstar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSaraya-Jade Bevis, formerly WWE’s Paige, is one of the biggest names in the wrestling world. She is the youngest two-time WWE Divas Champion and was the inaugural NXT Women’s Champion. She ranked first in \u003cem\u003ePro Wrestling Illustrated\u003c\/em\u003e’s Female 50 and was named Diva of the Year by \u003cem\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/em\u003e in 2014. She was also the subject of the critically and commercially successful 2019 film \u003cem\u003eFighting with My Family\u003c\/em\u003e, produced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and starring Florence Pugh. But before ascending to wrestling superstardom, she was just Saraya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHell in Boots\u003c\/em\u003e is Saraya’s real, uncensored story. From her early days in her famous (and chaotic) wrestling family, to leaving home at fifteen, to forging her own path in professional wrestling, Saraya has been through hell and back. As she fought to make it in the incredibly competitive—and at times sexist—wrestling world, she faced incredible highs and devastating lows. Saraya recounts years of struggling with substance abuse, clawing back her pride after an ex’s sex tape leaked, adjusting to stardom in the WWE, healing from a nearly career-ending injury, and making a triumphant return to wrestling as AEW Women’s World Champion. Through it all, Saraya tells her whole truth in a way she never has before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46389746467052,"sku":"9781668027844","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781668027844.jpg?v=1745301699"},{"product_id":"judo-unleashed-by-neil-ohlenkamp-9784805317464","title":"Judo Unleashed!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate Judo manual for all trainees - from novice to advanced!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaster instructor Neil Ohlenkamp has updated and expanded his best-selling Judo training manual for students at every level - from novice to advanced. \u003cem\u003eJudo Unleashed!\u003c\/em\u003e presents all the information needed by Judo trainees in a single comprehensive handbook!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis authoritative guide covers all the techniques of Judo officially recognised by the Kodokan Judo Institute, the birthplace and international headquarters of Judo, as well as other information needed to improve and expand your knowledge of this exciting sport:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe history of Judo and how it aims to promote character development\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhat you need to know about your Sensei (instructor) and Dojo (training school)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHow to prepare for your first class, equipment to buy and dojo training etiquette\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBasic terminology and the importance of understanding Judo's underlying philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrinciples of throwing (nage waza), grappling (katame waza) and striking (atemi waza)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe most important tournament rules, including scoring and penalties in competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnd much, much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom philosophical basics to advanced competitive techniques, this book is the true bible of the sport and the only manual you'll need as you advance through every level of your Judo training!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'The most detailed explanation of Judo that has ever been published.'\u003c\/em\u003e - The Japan Times\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46401496219884,"sku":"9784805317464","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25565223483898.jpg?v=1745718842"},{"product_id":"desktop-boxing-by-running-press-9780762460809","title":"Desktop Boxing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you just get reamed out by your boss? Did Bob in accounting eat your sandwich out of the fridge again? Don't take your stress out on your coworkers; take it out on this mini punching bag!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesktop Boxing\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect desk accessory for inconspicuous yet effective stress relief, and everyone from 9-to-5ers to boxing fans will enjoy this fun distraction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a mini desktop punching bag with a suction cup base, two tiny boxing gloves for your pointer fingers, and a 32-page book with basic finger boxing moves and boxing trivia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46414498660588,"sku":"9780762460809","price":18.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12450483482459.jpg?v=1746344746"},{"product_id":"shaolin-spirit-9780241799215","title":"Shaolin Spirit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA contemporary Shaolin Master shares the wisdom and philosophy of the ancient tradition that has captured the imagination of millions worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do you imagine when you think of Shaolin? Ferociously strong warriors flying through the air?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShaolin is more than just the physical expression of martial arts. Rooted in Zen and Tao philosophy, it also offers a way of reconnecting our minds with our bodies through meditative movement to cultivate the core virtues of discipline and perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this book, \u003cem\u003eShaolin Spirit\u003c\/em\u003e, Shi Heng Yi, founder of Shaolin Temple Europe and lay disciple of the Songshan Shaolin Temple, introduces us to the contemplative practice that underpins Shaolin - a way of life that has existed for over 1,500 years - and shows how it can help us today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaving experienced the challenges of modern life as a young man, Shi Heng Yi understands the pressures only too well. Here, he highlights key practices to help improve sleep, relationships, and decision-making, as much as balance, flexibility, and strength, offering a powerful pathway to self-mastery and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46435738321132,"sku":"9780241799215","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780241799215.jpg?v=1747104364"},{"product_id":"the-book-of-five-rings-by-miyamoto-musashi-9780553351705","title":"The Book of Five Rings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"You can attain an understanding with which to win against ten thousand.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToward the end of his life, the great samurai warrior Miyamoto Musashi set down the secrets of his legendary success—the timeless principles of craft, skill, timing, and spirit that result in victory. His emphasis on strategic thinking, concentration, appropriate caution, choice of weapon, and the work ethic reflects the traditional Japanese approach to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e has become an underground classic in the American business community, where it is studied as a text on Japanese management techniques. At once pragmatic and philosophical, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e is an enduring guide to enlightenment that enriches all aspects of life—both public and private—and provides the tools and wisdom necessary for success in any human endeavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis acclaimed English translation was prepared jointly by a team of Western and Japanese scholars for the Nihon Services Corporation, an interpreting, translating, and business counselling service dedicated to breaking down cultural and communication barriers between Japan and the United States. This edition includes explanatory notes and commentary on each chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495733186796,"sku":"9780553351705","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780553351705.jpg?v=1748483993"},{"product_id":"the-book-of-five-rings-by-miyamoto-musashi-9781590309841","title":"The Book of Five Rings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new, delightfully readable translation of the classic manifesto on swordsmanship, strategy, and winning by the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi retreated to a cave in 1643 and wrote \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e, a manifesto on swordsmanship, strategy, and winning for his students and generations of samurai to come, he created one of the most perceptive and incisive texts on strategic thinking ever to come from Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMusashi gives timeless advice on defeating an adversary, throwing an opponent off-guard, creating confusion, and other techniques for overpowering an assailant that will resonate with both martial artists and everyone else interested in skillfully dealing with conflict. For Musashi, the way of the martial arts was a mastery of the mind rather than simply technical prowess—and it is this path to mastery that is the core teaching in \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Five Rings\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Scott Wilson's translation is faithful to the original seventeenth-century Japanese text while being wonderfully clear and readable. His scholarship and insight into the deep meaning of this classic are evident in his introduction and notes to the text. This edition also includes a translation of one of Musashi's earlier writings, \"The Way of Walking Alone,\" and calligraphy by Japanese artist Shiro Tsujimura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46503501168876,"sku":"9781590309841","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5632753482754.jpg?v=1748633032"},{"product_id":"just-tyrus-by-tyrus-9781637580660","title":"Just Tyrus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePro wrestler and political commentator Tyrus goes deep into his wild but triumphant life story, from his painfully dysfunctional upbringing to bodyguarding for Snoop Dogg, to becoming a wrestling icon and one of the most provocative on-air voices today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“The author relates all of his adventures through a series of vividly memorable anecdotes… A revealing glimpse of a multifaceted entertainer who defies easy labeling.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“I loved \u003ci\u003eJust Tyrus\u003c\/i\u003e. I read it in one day and cheered for him when I got to the end. Tyrus has written a book that is at once raw, tender, intelligent, candid, and hilarious. Tyrus took a very rough start to his life and used perseverance, confident humility, and accountability to land firmly on his feet. What a triumph!” —Dana Perino, former White House Press Secretary to George W. Bush and Fox News anchor and host\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe product of a 1970s mixed marriage, George Murdoch learned to fight early in life, fending off both race-baiting bullies and the demons of a dysfunctional home. Couch surfing all through high school and most of college, the quick-witted, sharp-tongued giant played football, ran drugs, and bounced at clubs to try to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a false start with the WWE, he eventually became Snoop Dogg’s bodyguard and traveled the world with the hip hop legend, biding his time and honing his rap. When the WWE urged him to return, George became “Brodus Clay” and, for the next several years, reinvented himself numerous times under the watchful mentorship of the legendary Dusty Rhodes, “the American Dream.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe was eventually christened “Tyrus,” and shortly after, a chance social media encounter with Greg Gutfeld at Fox News resulted in Tyrus finding a new skill: sage social commentator. Ferociously funny, blunt, and tenacious, \u003ci\u003eJust Tyrus\u003c\/i\u003e traces his unlikely and spectacular rise. As always with Tyrus, it’s in-your-face and offers no apologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“George aka Tyrus aka the realest most blunt human being on the face of planet earth. Never had a problem telling you what was on his mind or how he felt, good or bad. Tough exterior but a heart of gold. Front liner, great friend, and excellent coach for my youth football team. His work ethic is obvious, taking him from football to bodyguard to pro wrestler to a superb personality on Fox News. I’ve seen him climb the ladder of success, and I’m happy that I was along for the journey.” —Snoop Dogg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46508609601772,"sku":"9781637580660","price":48.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/882513482771.jpg?v=1748747362"},{"product_id":"the-art-of-peace-by-morihei-ueshiba-9781611805987","title":"The Art of Peace","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeachings on fearlessness, compassion, and love of nature by the founder of the Japanese martial art of aikido—now part of the Shambhala Pocket Library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInspirational teachings on fearlessness, compassion, and nature by the founder of the Japanese martial art of Aikido—now part of the Shambhala Pocket Library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. So taught the great Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), founder of the Japanese martial art of Aikido. Aikido is a mind-body discipline Ueshiba called the \u003cem\u003eArt of Peace\u003c\/em\u003e. It offers a nonviolent way to victory in the face of conflict, and Ueshiba believed that Aikido principles could be applied to all the challenges we face in life—in personal and business relationships, as well as in our interactions with society. This special pocket edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Peace\u003c\/em\u003e features these succinct and pithy teachings—all drawn from Ueshiba's talks and writings, and compiled into one portable collection by Aikidoist John Stevens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distil the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46510459683052,"sku":"9781611805987","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23993683482761.jpg?v=1748797323"},{"product_id":"the-way-of-the-fight-by-georges-st-pierre-9780062195654","title":"The Way of the Fight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA NEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/em\u003e BESTSELLER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the world’s most popular UFC fighter, Georges “Rush” St. Pierre, comes a startlingly honest portrait of a fighter’s journey, highlighting the lessons that propelled his rise from bullying victim to internationally celebrated athlete and champion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere’s more to winning battles than fists and feet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor world-renowned professional fighter Georges St-Pierre, the greatest asset is not physical strength or athleticism—it’s a sense of purpose. From his beginnings as a small, mercilessly bullied child first discovering karate to his years as a struggling garbage collector who spent all his free time in the gym, his hard-fought rise in the sport of mixed martial arts, and his long, painful recovery from a career-threatening injury, Georges never lost sight of his ambition to become the greatest martial artist of all time. In \u003cem\u003eThe Way of the Fight\u003c\/em\u003e, Georges for the first time reveals what propelled him not only to become a champion but to embrace obstacles as opportunities to build character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Way of the Fight\u003c\/em\u003e is an inspirational look into the mindset of a master. To Georges, all life is competition, and there’s no more perfect metaphor for competition than the life of a fighter. He explains the value of discipline, risk, and even fear, with the wisdom of one who knows that nothing is assured—his next fight could always be his last. Drawing inspiration from fighting legends, Eastern philosophy, and a trusted inner circle, \u003cem\u003eThe Way of the Fight\u003c\/em\u003e is a powerful, life-changing guide to living with purpose and finding the way to accomplish your loftiest goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46511562719468,"sku":"9780062195654","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3160643482210.jpg?v=1748826026"},{"product_id":"amateur-by-thomas-page-mcbee-9781786891006","title":"Amateur","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this groundbreaking new book, Thomas Page McBee, a trans man, trains to fight in a charity match at Madison Square Garden while struggling to untangle the vexed relationship between masculinity and violence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his experience of boxing - learning to get hit, and to hit back; wrestling with the camaraderie of the gym; confronting the betrayals and strength of his own body - McBee examines the weight of male violence, the pervasiveness of gender stereotypes and the limitations of conventional masculinity. A wide-ranging exploration of gender in our society, \u003ci\u003eAmateur\u003c\/i\u003e is ultimately a story of hope, as McBee traces a way forward: a new masculinity, inside the ring and out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA graceful and uncompromising exploration of living, fighting and healing, in \u003ci\u003eAmateur\u003c\/i\u003e we gain insight into the stereotypes and shifting realities of masculinity today through the eyes of a new man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'If you told me at the beginning of 2018 that my book of the year would be the memoir of a transgender man who took up boxing, I would have offered you generous odds against it. But here is Thomas Page McBee's tough, tender, wise and moving \u003ci\u003eAmateur\u003c\/i\u003e, a book that will wholly rewire the way you think about men and masculinity.' - Michael Nolan, \u003ci\u003eThe Saturday Paper\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46520247058668,"sku":"9781786891006","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5439103482824.jpg?v=1748986037"},{"product_id":"headshot-by-rita-bullwinkel-9781914198724","title":"Headshot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeadshot\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of the eight best teenage girl boxers in the United States, told over the two days of a championship tournament and structured as a series of face-offs. As the girls' pasts and futures collide, the specific joy and violence of the sport comes to life with electric energy, and a portrait emerges of the desire, envy, perfectionism, madness, and sheer physical pleasure that motivates each of these young women to fight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis novel explores the radicalness and strangeness of being physically intimate with another human when you are measuring your own body, through competition, against theirs. What does the intimacy of a physical competition feel like? What does it mean to walk through life in the bodies we've been given, and what does it mean to use those bodies with abandon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFunny, propulsive, obsessive, and ecstatic, \u003cem\u003eHeadshot\u003c\/em\u003e is equal parts subtle and intense. It brings us to the sidelines of the ring and above and beyond it, closely examining the eight girls' lives, which intersect for a moment—a universe that shimmers and resonates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46530986934508,"sku":"9781914198724","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781914198724.jpg?v=1749527685"},{"product_id":"his-greatest-muse-by-hannah-cowan-9781405966269","title":"His Greatest Muse","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHis Greatest Muse\u003c\/i\u003e is the third book in the Greatest Love series by TikTok sensation Hannah Cowan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTinsley Lowry is my obsession. Tinsley Lowry could be my downfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI've known Tinsley since we were children, two souls tangled in a bond that defies explanation. Her name echoes in my mind like a song. The world sees me as a rockstar, but it's her who sees the parts of me I've kept hidden from everyone else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Tinsley joins me on my tour, and we travel from city to city, a nagging feeling grows that someone is lurking in the shadows, watching her, waiting for her. The protectiveness I've always felt for her is driving me to insanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith each day that passes, it becomes clearer that I want more. My need for her has erupted into a raging inferno. I'm not seeking redemption; I'm embracing the darkness that defines me in an effort to keep her safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan my obsession protect her against what I can feel coming, or will it become what devours us both?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531118727404,"sku":"9781405966269","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15859173482688.jpg?v=1749270561"},{"product_id":"nuff-said-by-tyrus-9781637589052","title":"Nuff Said","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eJust Tyrus\u003c\/i\u003e returns in his inimitable style with deeper reminiscences on the life that shaped him and how he views the world we’re living in.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"In this sequel, you'll delve into some of Tyrus's extraordinary life experiences and see how they connect with the most pressing issues of our time: immigration, crime, bullying, athletics, politics, China, parenting, and respect (for ourselves, each other, and the planet). It is Tyrus’s commentary on all of these issues that has the power to silence a room. When he talks, people listen. There's so much wisdom and common sense in his takes that you’ll finish this book more informed and more optimistic about the future—and we could all use that.” —Dana Perino\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA rare voice of reason and authentic storyteller who never holds back, Tyrus picks up where he left off in \u003ci\u003eJust Tyrus\u003c\/i\u003e, delivering a series of gut-wrenching, heart-rending, and redemptive tales from his remarkable life and coupling them with no-nonsense insights on the hottest issues being discussed around the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Tyrus remains one of the most distinct, original voices in any medium, if not one of the most brutally honest to enter the realm of television since Charles Krauthammer. I mention them both because they're not different—both deep thinkers who leave inedible marks on those who are lucky enough to cross their paths. It’s Tyrus's thinking that drives this book, and you'll get it through his powerful words. Writers spend years trying to concoct a voice. Tyrus makes it seem like it was always there.” —Greg Gutfeld\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether he’s tackling the issues of race and activism in America today or confronting his past with stories of family, relationships, wrestling, and more, this is pure Tyrus at his unbridled best. The parallels he draws between current culture and his personal past are insightful, provocative, and profound. \u003ci\u003eNuff Said\u003c\/i\u003e is a powerful reflection on a complex life and a complicated world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46550318940396,"sku":"9781637589052","price":54.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/966433482771.jpg?v=1749969671"},{"product_id":"the-death-of-wcw-by-bryan-alvarez-9781770411753","title":"The Death of Wcw","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1997, World Championship Wrestling was on top. It was the number-one pro wrestling company in the world and the highest-rated show on cable television.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut by 2001, however, everything had bottomed out. The company – having lost a whopping 95% of its audience – was sold for next to nothing to Vince McMahon and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). What went wrong?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis expanded and updated version of the bestselling \u003cem\u003eThe Death of WCW\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers through a detailed dissection of WCW's downfall, including even more commentary from the men who were there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553025478892,"sku":"9781770411753","price":43.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781770411753.jpg?v=1750066050"},{"product_id":"aikido-the-art-of-transformation-by-elaine-yoder-9798888500712","title":"Aikido: The Art of Transformation","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFirsthand accounts of the life, practice, and teachings of pioneering Aikido master Robert Nadeau, direct disciple of Aikido founder Morihei Ueshiba\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAikido: The Art of Transformation\u003c\/em\u003e explores Nadeau’s personal journey and pioneering role in the spread of Aikido, including firsthand accounts and historical photographs published for the first time. It explains Nadeau’s unique teaching, his core concepts, and basic practices centred on energy refinement, direct experience, and inner transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book presents inspiring personal stories about Nadeau contributed by students, including Dan Millman, Richard Strozzi-Heckler, Peter Ralston, and Renée Gregorio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA widely influential figure in the development of Aikido in America, Robert Nadeau is known as one of the few American direct disciples of Aikido’s founder Morihei Ueshiba Osensei. Now an 8th dan Aikido master teacher, Nadeau has taught generations of students, and several have become prominent teachers in their own right. However, he has never written about his life or philosophy, always reserving his most pointed lessons for those who practice with him in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book tells the story of Robert Nadeau’s life journey and his distinctive approach to teaching Aikido as a way to access the inner energetic aspects of the art, a transformational approach with universal applications in daily life, even for non-Aikidoists. The authors explore Nadeau’s early interest in martial arts and all things spiritual as a teenager in California in the 1950s, his seminal training under Morihei Ueshiba at Aikido Hombu Dojo in Tokyo in the 1960s, and the following six decades of training, experimenting, refining, and teaching as he worked to introduce Aikido to the wider world, even beyond the traditional dojo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey lay out Nadeau’s core concepts, describe his simple-but-effective practices for personal development, and convey his time-tested approach to the inner training at the heart of Aikido in a very accessible way. They also include first-person accounts from Nadeau’s students, including Dan Millman, Richard Strozzi-Heckler, Peter Ralston, and Renée Gregorio, who recall their personal experiences of training with him, retell conversations with him, and describe insights and lessons learned, sharing how he affected their lives, sometimes quite profoundly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBringing the story of Robert Nadeau’s life into focus, this book presents, for the first time, the profound lessons and deep impact of a pioneering teacher who’s been central to the spread of Aikido in the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46626811248876,"sku":"9798888500712","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7160853488913.jpg?v=1751869323"},{"product_id":"it-happened-by-jim-lampley-9781637746431","title":"It Happened!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom HBO’s ringside face and voice of boxing, comes a first-person, blow-by-blow account of the evolution of sports television chock full of famous names, history-making events, and never-before-told stories from the world of sports.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJim Lampley’s story is a 50-year travelog of an unlikely career that catalogues the evolution of sports television—from his emergence as the first sideline reporter, through hosting and covering 14 Olympics, to working with all major sports networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt Happened!\u003c\/em\u003e charts Jim’s notable career, with highlights including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBecoming the first live reporter on the sideline of a nationally televised college football game\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollowing in the footsteps of Jim McKay as host on ABC’s \u003cem\u003eWide World of Sports\u003c\/em\u003e and Howard Cosell as halftime host for ABC’s \u003cem\u003eMonday Night Football\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePartnering with ABC, CBS, NBC, Turner, and HBO\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAscending to host of HBO’s Wimbledon weekday telecasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReaching “icon” status as the 30-year face and voice of HBO World Championship Boxing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how Jim’s brilliance as an announcer and his revolutionary nature led to innovations in sportscasting, three sports Emmys, and induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Personal anecdotes and hard-earned lessons combine as Jim digs deep and shares celebrity stories from the upper echelons of superstar athletes and Hollywood hotshots, but also offers an introspective look at his personal life and trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627790389484,"sku":"9781637746431","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2540223482771.jpg?v=1751889788"},{"product_id":"macho-man-by-jon-finkel-9781770417588","title":"Macho Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOooohhh yeahhhh!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e   \n\n\u003ci\u003eMacho Man: The Life of Randy Savage\u003c\/i\u003e is the sensational, definitive biography of the \u003ci\u003eWrestleMania\u003c\/i\u003e headlining, Spider-Man fighting, Slim Jim snapping, minor league baseball playing American original: Randy Savage.   \n\nSavage, a WWE wrestling hall of famer, was an A-list celebrity who sat atop the entertainment universe for much of the ’80s and ’90s. His outfits were as flamboyant as anything worn by Liberace, Elton John, or Prince. His charisma surpassed Hulk Hogan’s and is rivalled only by “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and The Rock. His millions of fans are more loyal than followers of any sports team.   \n\nMacho Man starred in cartoons, was featured on lunchboxes, sold a slew of action figures and toys, was in multiple video games, and guest-starred on \u003ci\u003eBaywatch\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMad About You\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eWalker, Texas Ranger\u003c\/i\u003e. He made multiple appearances on iconic ’90s talk shows. He supported a myriad of kids’ charities, emceed Christmas events at hospitals for George Steinbrenner, played minor league baseball with Pete Rose, was the \u003ci\u003eHarvard Lampoon\u003c\/i\u003e’s “Real Man of the Year,” and held his family’s wrestling legacy above all else.   \n\nWith catchphrases and a voice still imitated by millions to this day, and with his GIFs reaching hundreds of millions of views on social media, the Macho Man is a transcendent figure who led an extraordinary life.\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627924050156,"sku":"9781770417588","price":58.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9219663482818.jpg?v=1751893805"},{"product_id":"our-fight-by-ronda-rousey-9781804946091","title":"Our Fight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inspirational story of resilience and recovery from UFC and WWE legend, Ronda Rousey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Sunday Times bestselling author, British Sports Book of the Year Award winner, and trailblazing athlete Ronda Rousey, comes an unfiltered and entertaining chronicle of her last decade, tackling not only UFC and WWE but also parenthood, overcoming adversity, and finding meaning in life's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou defined the division. You basically created the concept of women fighting in the UFC...Thank you for writing this book, it's incredibly honest.\u003c\/em\u003e — Steven Bartlett, Diary of a CEO podcast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRousey has rewritten her story arc, and along the way learned that self-reliance and independence is real freedom.\u003c\/em\u003e — Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGripping and, at its best, offers a raw personal history of concussion.\u003c\/em\u003e — Donald McRae, Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the moment she burst onto the MMA scene, Ronda Rousey was unbeatable. She repeatedly strung together back-to-back flawless victories, racking up a collection of records and forever changing the face of sports as the UFC's first female champion. A superstar in her sport, she transcended athletics, appearing in blockbuster films and becoming a role model for women everywhere. Then, on November 15, 2015, it all came crashing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOur Fight\u003c\/em\u003e, Rousey explores the greatest challenge of her life and, ultimately, how she rebuilt her career into something better in the aftermath. She recounts how she replaced her pursuit of perfection with the pursuit of happiness and found a blessing in disguise amongst the wreckage. Following Rousey's relatable journey, \u003cem\u003eOur Fight\u003c\/em\u003e is a courageous narrative of career changes, marriage, motherhood, and facing your fears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628087890156,"sku":"9781804946091","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781804946091.jpg?v=1751933628"},{"product_id":"embodying-the-mystery-by-richard-strozzi-heckler-9781644114568","title":"Embodying the Mystery","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEmbodying the Mystery\u003c\/em\u003e follows the author’s apprenticeships with masterful teachers, out-of-body experiences, meditation retreats in Asia, martial arts in Japan, facing his trauma at the hands of his father, and his struggles to become emotionally literate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers interpretations of his experiences poised as questions, reflections, and inquiries, inviting the reader to participate in what opened for the author on his quest for self-realisation, including successes, failures, struggles, and enigmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSharing profound stories, transformative incidents, and provocative situations from across his more than seven decades of life, founding elder of the Somatics movement Richard Strozzi-Heckler explores the moments of insight and awakening that have been pivotal in forming his unique perspectives within the fields of embodiment, meditation, aikido, and leadership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with an early experience with death that revealed the universal principle of impermanence, the author takes us on a rich, textured journey into the inquiry of what it means to embody the mystery of Spirit. As we follow him through apprenticeships with masterful teachers, out-of-body experiences, meditation retreats in Asia, martial arts in Japan, facing his trauma at the hands of his father, and his struggles to become emotionally literate, we’re also taken on a path of learning, healing, and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor each story, the author offers interpretations of his experiences poised as questions, reflections, and inquiries. In this way, we are invited to participate on his quest for self-realisation, including successes, failures, struggles, and enigmas. A deeply personal and intimate portrayal of a life's journey through somatic wisdom, this insightful memoir depicts the immeasurable wealth that teachers, practices, vulnerability, and community can offer the sincere seeker on an embodied spiritual path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46648668389612,"sku":"9781644114568","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10050013482773.jpg?v=1752270329"},{"product_id":"get-empowered-by-nadia-telsey-9780593539200","title":"Get Empowered","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGet Empowered\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical guide for women, nonbinary, and LGBTQIA+ people to claim our right to be safe, to take up space, and to speak up for ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost women and nonbinary people are taught from a young age rules such as \"Don't walk alone at night,\" \"Don't leave your drink unattended,\" and \"Don't hurt anyone's feelings,\" intended to keep us safe from harassment, abuse, and assault. While the #MeToo movement has swept the globe and highlighted the pervasiveness of gender-based violence that led to these \"rules,\" the fears persist—and for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile men—who commit almost all gender-based violence—are the ones who should be responsible for changing, those of us who are targeted shouldn't have to wait for the world to transform and become a better place in order to live safer, fuller, more authentic lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough real-life stories, meaningful questions, and interactive exercises, \u003cem\u003eGet Empowered\u003c\/em\u003e will teach readers to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderstand why gendered violence exists and how it shows up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTake up space\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSay what they want\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet go of self-blame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeal from past traumas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking for ways to stand up for yourself, are a survivor focused on healing, or are committed to being an ally, this book will provide you with the tools you need to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46649180356844,"sku":"9780593539200","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8381793482399.jpg?v=1752284510"},{"product_id":"the-art-of-mastery-by-peter-ralston-9781644116432","title":"The Art of Mastery","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Mastery\u003c\/em\u003e by Peter Ralston is a detailed guide to what it takes to master anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book explores in depth the foundational skills and operating principles that empower mastery, including accurate perceptive awareness and effective interaction. It looks at how to control your mind and transform your perceptive experience so what you are experiencing aligns with what’s actually occurring. Additionally, it presents a step-by-step breakdown of the principle of effective interaction and explains how to overcome the major obstacles to mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecoming a master in a particular area is not tied solely to innate ability or talent, nor to years of rote practice. As martial arts master and consciousness explorer Peter Ralston explains, the secret to mastery lies in accurate perceptive-awareness and effective interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this comprehensive guide, Ralston examines the powerful dynamics behind the art of mastery. He delves into the foundational skills and operating principles that empower mastery, including the principle of effective interaction, mind-body alignment, and creative intelligence. Examining “reaction” versus “response,” Ralston looks at how to control your mind and transform your perceptive awareness so that what you are experiencing aligns with what’s actually occurring—the first step toward reaching your objectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSharing methods to overcome major obstacles to mastery, Ralston provides a step-by-step breakdown of the principle of effective interaction. He explains how to adapt when the people or objects you’re interacting with are working contrary to your goals, including in sports, business, warfare, politics, or any other arena in which you’ve committed to pursuing mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRevealing the elements that lead to masterful interactive skills, this guide shows how to do the work of personal transformation necessary to access mastery as a real, functional experience. This provides an opportunity for deeper insights into yourself and life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46651871953132,"sku":"9781644116432","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10068653482773.jpg?v=1752372159"},{"product_id":"fight-like-a-girl-by-della-osullivan-9780008546793","title":"Fight Like a Girl","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Fighting like a girl says I can be powerful in ways that are natural to me; I have access to power too – it may not look the same as your power, but it’s there and I can claim it.’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt should never be a woman’s job to have to protect herself – but choosing to learn about self-defence can be incredibly liberating. \u003cem\u003eFight Like a Girl\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical beginner’s guide, in which women's martial arts expert and survivor Della O’Sullivan draws on her years of experience to give us the tools to protect our bodies and minds. A truly empowering illustrated handbook, it includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeasy-to-follow self-defence manoeuvres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ehow to spot red flags and protect yourself against alarming behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ehow to adopt the mindset of a survivor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the book you’ll want to press into every woman’s hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46654952964332,"sku":"9780008546793","price":21.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/302043482191.jpg?v=1752462723"},{"product_id":"a-hero-born-by-jin-yong-9781529432671","title":"A Hero Born","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNOW A RECORD-BREAKING FILM STARRING \u003ci\u003eTHE UNTAMED'S\u003c\/i\u003e XIAO ZHAN\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese \u003ci\u003eLORD OF THE RINGS\u003c\/i\u003e - now in English for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe series every Chinese reader has been enjoying for decades - 300 million copies sold.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne of \u003ci\u003eTIME \u003c\/i\u003emagazine's 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Jin Yong's work, in the Chinese-speaking world, has a cultural currency roughly equal to that of \u003ci\u003eHarry Potter\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eStar Wars\u003c\/i\u003e combined.\" - Nick Frisch, \u003ci\u003eNew Yorker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Like every fairy tale you've ever loved, imbued with jokes and epic grandeur. Prepare to be swept along.\" - Jamie Buxton, \u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChina: 1200 A.D.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Song Empire has been invaded by its warlike Jurchen neighbours from the north. Half its territory and its historic capital lie in enemy hands; the peasants toil under the burden of the annual tribute demanded by the victors. Meanwhile, on the Mongolian steppe, a disparate nation of great warriors is about to be united by a warlord whose name will endure for eternity: Genghis Khan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuo Jing, son of a murdered Song patriot, grew up with Genghis Khan's army. He is humble, loyal, perhaps not altogether wise, and is fated from birth to one day confront an opponent who is the opposite of him in every way: privileged, cunning and flawlessly trained in the martial arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by his faithful \u003ci\u003eshifus\u003c\/i\u003e, The Seven Heroes of the South, Guo Jing must return to China - to the Garden of the Drunken Immortals in Jiaxing - to fulfil his destiny. But in a divided land riven by war and betrayal, his courage and his loyalties will be tested at every turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTranslated from the Chinese by Anna Holmwood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46710405005548,"sku":"9781529432671","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14748433482732.jpg?v=1754140502"},{"product_id":"dont-skip-out-on-me-by-willy-vlautin-9780571301652","title":"Don't Skip Out on Me","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet Horace Hopper, a twenty-one-year-old farm hand in Tonopah, Nevada, who works for Mr Reece and his wife, the nearest thing he's had to family in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut Horace, half-white half-Paiute Indian, dreams of bigger things. Leaving behind the farm and its fragile stability, he heads South to re-invent himself as the Mexican boxer Hector Hidalgo. Slowly, painfully, the possibility emerges that his dreams might not just be the delusions of a lost soul. But at what cost, and what of those he's left behind?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring the fringes of contemporary America, \u003ci\u003eDon't Skip Out on Me\u003c\/i\u003e is an extraordinary work of compassion—a novel about the need for human connection and understanding—and essential reading, now more than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711315005676,"sku":"9780571301652","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10692633482391.jpg?v=1754209227"},{"product_id":"have-a-nice-day-by-mankind-9780061031014","title":"Have a Nice Day","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe #1 \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling autobiography of World Wrestling Entertainment's Hall of Famer Mick Foley, \u003cem\u003eHave a Nice Day!\u003c\/em\u003e gives an inside look into the reckless and vengeful life of one of the WWE’s most complex and feared superstars.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the rich history of the World Wrestling Entertainment, no superstar has been more deranged or maniacal than Mankind. A skilled grappler who can beat opponents with sheer brutality, this Boiler Room Dweller is one of three personalities (along with Dude Love and Cactus Jack) of the unstable Mick Foley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the very beginning, Mankind loved pain. From his outcast days growing up in Bloomingdale, ID, where he was smacked in the lip while playing a game, he vowed vengeance on his enemies and became one of the hottest rising stars in the then WWF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith his debut in the WWF as Mankind, rumbling with the likes of Undertaker and tag-teaming with Stone Cold as Dude Love, Mick Foley is a 4-time Tag-Team Champion and a WWF Hardcore Champion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46732448596204,"sku":"9780061031014","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19600033482209.jpg?v=1755115949"},{"product_id":"a-lions-tale-by-chris-jericho-9781409154815","title":"A Lion's Tale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe controversial story of Chris Jericho, the former undisputed Heavyweight Champion of WWE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the age of eight, Chris dreamed of becoming a wrestler. But it wasn't until he was 25 that he hit the big time. Nicknamed 'Lion Heart', Chris eventually attained his ultimate goal - joining the WWF (now WWE). He became one of their biggest stars, even defeating wrestling powerhouses The Rock and 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin in the same night to be crowned the undisputed Heavyweight Champion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow Chris dishes the dirt on his rivalries with other wrestling legends. Whether ripped-off by promoters, robbed at gunpoint or nearly paralysed after landing on his head during a match, Chris maintained his courage, determination and sense of humour about this dangerous and enthralling sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Lion's Tale\u003c\/em\u003e is a candid and humorous look into the life of one of wrestling's most enigmatic and entertaining figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46797630865644,"sku":"9781409154815","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19658843482689.jpg?v=1757160728"},{"product_id":"believe-by-nicola-adams-9780241980552","title":"Believe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inspiring story of the twice Olympic Gold medallist, LGBT icon and national treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt London 2012, Nicola Adams made history. The flyweight boxer became the first woman ever to win an Olympic Gold medal for boxing. In Rio 2016, with the nation cheering her on, she did it all over again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYears of relentless training, fundraising and determination have seen Nicola battle through injury, prejudice and defeat to become one of Britain's best-loved athletes and an inspiration to all those who are chasing after a seemingly impossible dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a leisure centre in Leeds to the Olympic Stadium in Rio, Nicola, with her infamous smile, has become the poster girl for women in sport. She's a trailblazer, record-breaker, and has led the way for women's boxing. This is Nicola's story of grit, talent and the real person behind the smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798830043372,"sku":"9780241980552","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3519063482274.jpg?v=1757216883"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/boxing-wrestling-martial-arts.oembed?page=3","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}