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Diary of a Basketball Hero

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Diary of a Basketball Hero by Shamini Flint is about a boy named Marcus who dreams of basketball stardom despite being more suited to other pursuits. His hilarious misadventures on and off the court form the heart of this comedic tale, as Marcus navigates challenges, friendships, and unexpected opportunities while trying to prove himself both in the sport and at school.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a humorous and engaging story about overcoming challenges and following your dreams. It follows a young boy who navigates school life, friendships, and his passion for basketball with plenty of laughs and valuable life lessons along the way. Perfect for children who love sports and adventure, it offers an inspiring tale of determination and self-discovery.

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Diary of a Basketball Hero

Marcus Atkinson is a basketball hero (not!). But his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic in his bounce.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Diary of a Basketball Hero by Shamini Flint introduces Marcus, a maths whiz who isn't particularly skilled in sport. His dad, a self-help author, believes that Marcus can achieve anything he puts his mind to, leading to hilarious results.

Presented in an illustrated diary format, Marcus's story offers gentle, satiric humour paired with comic drawings. Readers will find themselves laughing out loud while unexpectedly learning a surprising amount about sport.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760111502

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sally Heinrich

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 111g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Shamini Flint lives in Singapore with her husband and two children. She began her career in law in Malaysia and also worked at an international law firm in Singapore. She travelled extensively around Asia for her work, before resigning to be a stay-at-home mum, writer, part-time lecturer and environmental activist, all in an effort to make up for her 'evil' past as a corporate lawyer! Shamini has written many books for children but is best known for her Inspector Singh Investigates series of crime fiction for adults.

Sally Heinrich is a freelance illustrator who has illustrated more than twenty books, as well as working for advertising agencies, design studios and government departments. Sally has lived in Singapore, Sydney and Darwin and is now living in Adelaide.

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