Sports Biographies

Throughout her multi-faceted career, Venus Williams has earned four Olympic gold medals, 21 Grand Slam titles, and built two companies. Along with her sister, Venus became the first female African American minority owner of an NFL team, the Miami Dolphins. All her successes are tied to one simple promise to herself: make everything in life easy, enjoyable, but most of...

Steph Curry has had a dream career. He's a four-time NBA champion, a two-time NBA MVP, a two-time NBA scoring champion, a ten-time NBA All-Star, and an Olympic gold medallist. Widely recognized as the greatest shooter in history, he has revolutionized the sport of basketball and will leave behind a legacy as perhaps the greatest Golden State Warrior player of...

A deeply researched biography of the new (smiley) face of tennis. A global star who has achieved more than Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer did by this stage of their careers. At just 19 years old, Carlos Alcaraz won the US Open and became the youngest ever men's world number one. At only 21, he already had four...

In this updated version, Matthew Benns takes us back into the murky world of Australian horseracing. Dapper horse trainer Les Samba was in Melbourne for the annual yearling sales when he turned down an Italian meal with racing contacts saying, "I have to meet a bloke." Just hours later he was dead, blood pouring out of five bullet wounds to...

Cage Kings is a cultural and business history of the UFC, tracing the unlikely rise of mixed martial arts from what was derided in the '90s as 'human cockfighting'—more violence than sport—to a global pop culture phenomenon. Senator John McCain once decried mixed martial arts as 'human cockfighting,' while the New York Times despaired that the sport offered a 'pay-per-view...

Hitman is the international bestseller by 'the living legend of wrestling' - The Sun. Amazingly detailed and meticulously crafted ... Hitman will stand the test of time as one of the definitive wrestling biographies - Publishers Weekly. Bret Hart still makes me believe that wrestling is good - Hulk Hogan. Packed with drugs, sex, vicious family in-fighting and tales of...

The story of Jelena Dokic, in her words 'A chilling account.' New York Times This is a story of Jelena Dokic's survival. How she survived as a refugee, twice. How she survived on the tennis court to become world No. 4. But, most importantly, how she survived her father, Damir Dokic, the tennis dad from hell. Jelena was a prodigious...

DAILY MAIL BOOK OF THE WEEK Soon to be an AppleTV+ series, this is the definitive account of how Enzo Ferrari became the master of motor racing and one of the most complex, important, and imposing figures of the 20th century. Enzo Ferrari by Luca Dal Monte is an exhaustive narrative that paints a vivid portrait of one of motor...

Tiger, Tiger by James Patterson is a compelling non-fiction exploration that delves into the extraordinary life and career of golf legend, Tiger Woods. Through original interviews and meticulous reporting, Patterson draws a vivid portrait of Woods, capturing the essence of what makes him one of the most enigmatic athletes in history. This book takes readers behind the scenes to uncover...

Lando Norris: Road to World Champion tells the incredible story of the 2025 championship campaign and what it takes to win. Featuring a race-by-race rundown alongside over 100 stunning full-colour photographs. Lando Norris: Road to World Champion charts his extraordinary rise to become motorsport’s 2025 standout star. From a shy, gaming-obsessed teenager to Britain’s newest Formula One World Champion, Norris’...

The New York Times bestseller The #1 Irish Times bestseller The definitive biography of Rory McIlroy, the most important, popular and confounding player of the post-Tiger era. Rory McIlroy contains multitudes. The child of a working-class family from a small town in a war-torn homeland now commutes to work in his own private jet and counts billionaires as confidants. He can overwhelm a golf...

A fully illustrated biography of Max Verstappen, from karting in the junior races at age 10 to his third time winning the World Championship at the end of 2023. Max's journey to Formula 1 stardom was not a typical one. His parents are both motorsport talents. He was born in Belgium to mum Sophie Kumpen, a champion karter, while dad...

Fans of Patti Smith's Just Kids and Rob Lowe's Stories I Only Tell My Friends will love this beautifully written, entertaining, and bracingly honest memoir by an actor, director, and author who found his start as a 1980s Hollywood Brat Pack member. Most people know Andrew McCarthy from his roles in movies like Pretty in Pink and St. Elmo's Fire,...

The incredible true story of the boy from Blacktown who became a Bathurst king. Mark Winterbottom's story is unlike any other in motorsport. It's not about privilege or million-dollar sponsors - it's the tale of a working-class kid with a dream so big it defied the odds. Mark's family couldn't afford to buy him the motorcycle he needed to kick-start his...

The official biography of Darren Gauci, The Gauch tells the story of one of Australia's most famous, most liked, and most accomplished jockeys. From the first time he sat on a horse aged 12, Darren Gauci had what it took to be a high-class rider. A natural athlete with an innate affinity with horses, he smashed records as an apprentice...

The legendary football coach finally tells his story and reveals his management secrets. Carlo Ancelotti is one of the greatest managers of all time, with five Champions League titles to his name. Yet his approach could not be further from the aggressive theatricals favoured by many of his rivals. His understated style has earned him the fierce loyalty of players...

But Seriously offers an intimate and captivating look into the life of tennis legend John McEnroe, delving deep beyond the tennis courts. Fifteen years after his best-selling memoir Serious, McEnroe returns, this time baring his soul with even more fervour and transparency. Navigating through the years since his retirement, McEnroe shares his unfiltered thoughts on the tennis greats of today...

After a childhood filled with neglect, Ruby yearned for another path. Determined not to let her upbringing limit her, she survived abuse, drugs, and tragedy to become one of the most successful women's rugby players in the world. The explosion of women's rugby on the global stage has matched the rise of Ruby's stellar career, as she has grown with...

Waterlog by Roger Deakin takes readers on a unique and enchanting adventure across the British Isles, seen through the eyes of a passionate open-air swimmer. Driven by his love for water and the desire to reconnect with the natural world, Deakin embarks on an extraordinary journey, exploring a myriad of aquatic landscapes. Over the course of his explorations, he swims...

Australia's own 'Minister of Defence', Mackenzie Arnold, shares the inspiring story of the winding road that led to her becoming the Matildas' top goalkeeper, including the magical World Cup run that captivated a nation, and what it takes in your heart to take on the world. Matildas fever swept across the country during the 2023 World Cup campaign, filling stadiums...

New York Times bestselling author and former Sports Illustrated journalist Lars Anderson plunges into Tom Brady's childhood to discover the origins of what Brady later described as his 'sickness': his singular obsession with the game. The obsession dictated every choice Brady made, from what foods he ate to how he managed his day-to-day schedule to how he viewed his role...

Step inside one of the most successful British sports stories in history as acclaimed sports journalist Matt Majendie, who has covered F1 for nearly two decades, is given unprecedented access to the World Champion Red Bull Racing Team during its 2025 Formula 1 season. Amid the drama of the four-time champion Max Verstappen attempting to make it five in a...

The inspirational memoir of the former Carlton Football Club captain who twice survived cancer, returning to the game braver and stronger after each recovery. Sam Docherty was the heart of Carlton Football Club during his 171-game career. Born to a footy obsessed family on Phillip Island, Sam grew up with dreams of playing for his beloved Carlton, a dream that...

Jason and Travis Kelce—brothers, Super Bowl champions, and New Heights podcast hosts—tackle their first book, No Dumb Questions, where the 92%ers get in on the fun to ask questions about sports, science, relationships, and whatever category “how many holes does a straw have” falls into. This fraternal duo has dominated the football field and the podcast charts alike. Now, they...

Just in time for the World Cup, a sumptuously illustrated, comic-inspired homage to the greatest footballing super heroes - from Maradona to Messi What if footballers weren't athletes like any other? Journey through the legendary world of football with this unique clash of comic art and iconic players. Watching the best footballers on the pitch-with laser passes that slice the...

A new, fully illustrated gift book commemorating the unparalleled rise, fall, and comeback of golf's greatest champion Tiger Woods turned pro at age 20 in 1996, rapidly ascending to become the No. 1 ranked player in the world at age 21 and the youngest player ever to achieve the career Grand Slam. Woods' second decade on the tour was one...

Before Pep Guardiola and before José Mourinho, there was Béla Guttmann: the first superstar football coach, and the man who paved the way for the celebrated coaches of the modern age. He was also a Holocaust survivor. In 1944, much of Europe had wanted Guttmann dead. He hid for months in an attic near Budapest as thousands of fellow Jews...

Brad Smeele's thrill-seeking, fast-paced life as a professional wakeboarder came to an abrupt halt when an accident caused him to become a quadriplegic. Wakeboarding is like waterskiing, but on a single board with aerial tricks added in. It's a freestyle sport for super-athletic adrenalin junkies. Brad was at the peak of his career, pushing the sport to new heights and...

This book is about the beginning of Sir Alex's football career, until the year 2000. 1999 was an outstanding year for Alex Ferguson—not only did he lead Manchester United, the most glamorous club in the world, to a unique and outstanding treble triumph, but he was awarded the highest honour for his sporting achievements; a Knighthood from the Queen. Universally...

As the son of Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former NBA player and star of various European teams, Kobe spent his childhood watching professional basketball. From the moment he could pick up a ball, he was learning to dribble and shoot. His basketball education was unique — a combination of lessons on basic fundamentals, one-on-one games against his dad, and observation...

As one of Australia's most celebrated athletes, Michael Klim's impact extends far beyond the pool. Klim's journey to greatness began behind the Iron Curtain, in communist-era Poland. His family made a bid for freedom in the 1980s and immigrated to Australia, where swimming became his passport into a new culture and eventually led him to become one of his adopted...

Fedegraphica: A Graphic Biography of the Genius of Roger Federer by Mark Hodgkinson explores the life and career of Roger Federer, almost universally recognised as the greatest tennis player of all time and possibly the greatest athlete. Adored worldwide, Federer has become one of sport's most iconic and popular figures. This innovative graphic biography delves into Federer's genius, celebrated like...

The definitive biography of Arne Slot, covering Liverpool's triumphant 2024/25 season. Featuring exclusive interviews with Arne Slot, Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and more, this is the definitive biography of Liverpool's new manager. As Jurgen Klopp left Liverpool in June 2024, he proclaimed Arne Slot his successor with a chant that rang around Anfield. The expectations were raised for the...

The first-ever biography of an overlooked PGA star and one of the best Black golfers in history. His story is unprecedented in the world of golf. Born to a family of migrant labourers, Calvin Peete dropped out of school in the eighth grade, went to work picking crops, first swung a golf club at the age of 23—and rose to...

There's more than a few instances in this biography of UFC cult favourite Mark Hunt that make you shake your head in can't-make-this-stuff-up disbelief - Inside Sport. A powerful story of sadness, hope, pride, honour and triumph from the real-life Rocky! Raw, confronting and honest, UFC champion Mark Hunt's inspiring autobiography shows it is possible to defy the odds and...

Ever wondered what it's REALLY like to be a Premier League footballer? My name is James Milner and I'm not a Ribena-holic. Let me share insights into what it's like being a professional footballer, across my different experiences with Newcastle, Aston Villa, Manchester City, and now Liverpool (not forgetting a six-match loan spell at Swindon). Plus my highs—and a few...

He is Johnathan Thurston. JT, one of the greats, simply the best. His status as one of the greats of rugby league cannot be questioned—an Australian international, Queensland State of Origin and Indigenous All Stars representative. In 2015, he became the first-ever four-time Dally M Medallist for the NRL season's best player, and later that year, the first-ever three-time winner...

The Phantom of the Open is soon to be a major film starring Mark Rylance. This hilarious, heartwarming and - unbelievably - true story chronicles the life of Maurice Flitcroft, the World’s Worst Golfer. 'The story of its greatest anti-hero is just what the game needs' - Spectator When 46-year-old crane driver Maurice Flitcroft chanced his way into the Open—never...

The biggest cycling book of the year - the inspirational memoir of the double winner of the Tour De France. Taking a third Yellow Jersey was a staggering achievement. This memoir shows just how remarkable it was, given the uphill struggle Froome faced. Growing up in Kenya, biking down mile after mile of dusty road, and staying in a humble...

Surf For Your Life by Tim Baker and Mick Fanning offers a profound glimpse into the extraordinary life of Mick Fanning. At just 28, Mick has experienced profound highs and challenging lows that most of us will never encounter. How does it feel to lose a brother, win a world title, or suffer a severe injury like tearing your hamstring...

The long overdue autobiography of Mark "Spudd" Carroll is one of the most fearsome players to ever lace on a boot. In the brutal world of rugby league, Mark "Spudd" Carroll is one of the most fearsome players to ever lace on a boot. An enforcer who would do everything in his power to ensure victory for his team -...

Sixty years ago, New Zealand's greatest adventurer, Edmund Hillary, made world history with his ascent of Mt Everest. This intimate and inspiring book tells the full story of Sir Edmund Hillary's extraordinary life, from his expeditions to remote corners of the world to his humanitarian activities serving the Sherpa people. Drawing on Sir Ed's personal archives, it is a portrait...

Watch Li Na winning at the Australian Open. Now read her life story. Li Na claimed an unprecedented victory at the 2011 French Open at age twenty-nine and became the first player from an Asian country to win a Grand Slam singles title. Outspoken and likeable, the 'late-blooming' Chinese tennis superstar is one of the world's top ten players and...

Test Cricket is on the cusp of its 150th anniversary. For the first time, Test Cricket: A History tells the full, gripping story of the players and stories that have shaped the game's evolution since 1877. Award-winning author Tim Wigmore brings to life both Test cricket on the pitch and the game's social significance around the world. This captivating tour...

An intimate biography of tennis's living legend Rafael Nadal. Tennis is not short on history. When Nadal arrived on the scene in 2005, the record for men's singles titles at the French Open stood at six, held by Bjorn Borg. Almost twenty years later, Nadal has more than doubled Borg's total with a mind-boggling fourteen titles. His record will undoubtedly...

A redemptive story about second chances. Jaye Pukepuke committed 15 armed robberies before he was caught by police and sent to prison. He tells people that while he spent almost six years inside, he served 16, because it took him another decade simply to get his life back to the starting blocks. Prison also took away his lifelong dream: to...

The exclusive access-all-areas inside story of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team This book lifts the lid on what life is really like inside our team and it has been based on unprecedented access - nobody has ever been this close to what happens behind the scenes. - Toto Wolff With exclusive and unprecedented access to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1...

Cameron Hanes is a master - JOE ROGAN Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure and master of the mindset of relentless drive, shows us what it takes to become undeniable. You become the best you can be by learning from others. That is how bowhunter, ultramarathoner, and New York Times bestselling author Cameron Hanes approaches each day...

The brilliant autobiography from the ‘saviour of Nike’ If you’re a sneaker head, you know him as the saviour of Nike. If you’ve watched Air, you saw Matt Damon’s portrayal of the man who discovered Michael Jordan and how he revolutionised the payment structure of endorsements for athletes. Legends and Soles tells Sonny’s story – his blind-sided firing by Nike...

At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage, England has risen to become the most dominant and influential Formula One driver of his time. This authoritative biography follows Hamilton's pathway from his early days karting on local tracks to the glitz and pressure of the Formula One circuit. Along the way, we witness Hamilton's single-minded determination to...

In the wake of his retirement from professional basketball, Kobe Bryant, known globally as "The Black Mamba," takes readers on an unprecedented journey to the core of the legendary 'Mamba mentality.' Through The Mamba Mentality, Bryant offers an exclusive look into his profound understanding and approach to the game, aiming to guide young players, avid fans, and devoted students on...

WINNER OF THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2023 A New York Times Bestseller A Financial Times Best Book of the Year 2023 'Women's sports have needed a manifesto for a long time. With Good for a Girl we finally have one.' — Malcolm Gladwell Lauren Fleshman was one of the most decorated collegiate athletes of all...

View From The Summit by Sir Edmund Hillary is an enthralling autobiographical account of one of the 20th century’s greatest explorers. This mesmerising narrative transports readers on an extraordinary journey through Hillary’s life, from his historic ascent of Mount Everest in 1953 to his myriad other daring adventures. The book delves deeply into Hillary's unparalleled journey as the first man...

Sultan is the official biography of Wasim Akram, the "sultan of swing", one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket. For two decades, Wasim Akram let his cricket do the talking – his electrifying left-arm pace, explosive left-handed striking, inspirational leadership and magnetic presence on the field made him a cricketing legend. Yet, for another twenty years,...

Inspiring . . . An absorbing chronicle of talent, character, pluck, and luck Wall Street Journal THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The first definitive biography of basketball legend LeBron James, by the acclaimed author of Tiger Woods. LeBron James is the greatest basketball player of the twenty-first century and vying with Michael Jordan as the greatest of all time. The...

A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko is an extraordinary exploration of one of the world's most revered landscapes, told through the eyes of two long-time friends on a mission that defies the imagination. This captivating account delves into a 750-mile journey on foot through the heart of America's most magnificent national park, the Grand Canyon, unveiling its grandeur...

The Maclean Brothers are an inspiration - EWAN McGREGOR What The Maclean Brothers are doing is next level - MARK WAHLBERG An amazing achievement... we need more people like the Maclean brothers in the world - LORRAINE KELLY Three brothers. 9,750 miles. A record-breaking odyssey. When the Maclean brothers rowed non-stop and unsupported across the entire Pacific, they made history...

Arguably the finest Paris born-and-bred journalist on the finest Paris born-and-bred footballer James Horncastle The story of Mbappe deserved to be told by someone with a sharp mind and pen, who understands Kylian and his background. Julien ticks all the boxes Guillem Balague 'Only the second teenager to have scored a goal in a World Cup Final! Welcome to the...

Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard is an inspirational memoir blending self-development with the personal journey of Ken Rideout, the world's fastest marathon runner over fifty. Ken has triumphed over poverty and addiction on his path to greatness. 'My name is Ken Rideout. I don't care who you are or where you come from or how...

As the two dominant talents of 21st century football, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, near the end of their careers, one man is set to take their place at the very top of the game. This man is the captain of France's national team, Kylian Mbappé. A world champion at the age of nineteen in Russia, the World Cup's Golden...

The Definitive Biography of the Most Successful Driver in F1 History After equalling Michael Schumacher's record of seven world titles, and overtaking him as having the most race wins, pole positions, and podium finishes, Sir Lewis Hamilton became the most successful racing driver of all time—and the most dominant and successful Briton ever to drive in Formula 1. Hamilton's debut...

Named one of TIME magazine's 100 Greatest Men of the Century, Bruce Lee's impact and influence has only grown since his untimely death in 1973. Part of the seven-volume Bruce Lee Library, this installment of the famed martial artist's private notebooks allows his legions of fans to learn more about the man whose groundbreaking action films sparked a worldwide interest...

LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE 2020 'Reads like a thriller, or even a spy novel...Walsh keeps you gripped' - Rosamund Urwin, Sunday Times 'A turbulent but ultimately inspiring tale. The candour...is rare and gripping' - Matt Dickinson, The Times It was the story that shocked the world: Russian athletics was revealed to be corrupt...

WINNER OF RUGBY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A gripping book that brings that unforgettable match back to pulsating life' Daily Mail 'Fans will relish' The Times England have been in four Rugby World Cup finals and only won one of them. In 2003, this team was the one that did it. And this is...

A compelling and candid memoir from Allen Iverson, the NBA’s most misunderstood Hall of Famer, detailing his tough childhood in Virginia, his entry into the league as the number one overall pick, and his controversial, culture-changing pro basketball career. In Misunderstood, Allen Iverson shares in searing clarity and touching candor his meteoric rise from impoverished child in the Virginia projects...

A Sunday Times Book of the Year 'For anyone interested in Lee's legacy, this is a roundhouse kick of a biography' – Sunday Times 'At last, Bruce Lee has the powerful biography he deserves... It will thrill Lee's fans and fascinate the unfamiliar' – Jonathan Eig, author of Ali: A Life and Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou...

'Bond is a true pioneer of our sport. Growing up in a motorsport family I knew the strong rivalry between Holden and Ford. Not many drivers have managed to cross over and be successful. Colin Bond was one of the first drivers to make the change and show it works.' Craig Lowndes, three-time Australian Touring Car Champion Bathurst winner, Australian...

An inspirational story of resilience and recovery from UFC and WWE legend, Ronda Rousey. From 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. You...

From the New York Times bestselling author of First Man comes a sweeping saga involving two extraordinary—and extraordinarily different—adventurers who have only one thing in common: the ambition to cross the Atlantic in a rowboat... alone. In this bracing adventure tale, the stories of John Fairfax and Tom McClean are woven together for the first time. Fairfax set off from...

The Art of Batting is a wonderful tale, as described by David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd, and showcases one of cricket’s most distinctive writers, according to Andy Zaltzman. This ground-breaking book reveals the science, skill, and culture that made the 50 greatest batters of all time. Most batters just do their best, yet the top players create art. It is physically impossible...

From Beach Blanket Bingo to Baywatch to Blue Crush, surfing has fascinated people for years, and Kelly Slater is the sport’s hottest star. He has won more world championships than any other competitor, and he continues to change people's minds about what can and can’t be done on a surfboard. His wild ride has included fame, fortune, a stint on...

When barefoot running guru Christopher McDougall takes in a neglected donkey, his aim is to get Sherman back to reasonable health. But Sherman is ill-tempered, obstinate and uncooperative — and it's clear his poor treatment has made him deeply fearful of humans. Chris knows that donkeys need a purpose — they are working, pack animals — and so when he...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From 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. There’s more to winning battles than fists and feet For world-renowned professional fighter Georges St-Pierre, the greatest asset is...

The no-holds-barred autobiography from one of this country's greatest ever footballers, Steven Gerrard. Steven Gerrard is the former captain of the Liverpool football team and the England national football team. He is the only player ever to have scored in an FA Cup final, a League Cup final, a UEFA Cup final, and a Champion's League final. His entire career,...

In Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from four-time Olympic gold-winning and record-setting American gymnast Simone Biles, Simone shares how her faith, family, passion, and perseverance have made her one of the top athletes and gymnasts in the world—and how you too can overcome challenges in your life. Simone Biles’ entrance into the world of gymnastics may have started on...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * “This book is going to become the sports gambling bible…The formula’s in the book.” —Pat McAfee “The greatest and most controversial sports gambler ever” (ESPN), Billy Walters, shares his “rollicking and edgy life story” (The Wall Street Journal)—revealing the secrets to his fiercely protected betting system and breaking his silence about Phil Mickelson. Nobody controls...

The thrilling new narrative account of the greatest season in golf history. In 2000, Tiger Woods won the US Open, the Open Championship, and the PGA Championship, then won the 2001 Masters, making him the first and only person to ever hold all four professional major titles at the same time. Twenty-five years ago, Tiger Woods achieved the greatest feat...

From firefighter to CrossFit superstar, Sam Briggs (aka The Engine) tells her inspirational story of battling her way to the top, facing injuries and setbacks head-on with the same unstoppable energy and grit that have made her an icon in the sport. Includes an updated chapter on the 2020 season. You don't get biceps like Briggs by giving up when...

Now in paperback, the autobiography of one of the greatest rugby league players of all time. Billy Slater has been called the best fullback ever to have played the game by rugby league greats and fans alike. With a glittering collection of personal and club honours, including four grand final wins, five Dally M awards, and two Clive Churchill Medals,...