Fantasy Sports

Football is a game of steps: Quick steps. Trick steps. Even sneaky, slick steps. Whether you're on or off the pitch, you best know your footing. And for Max Best, that's no problem at all. He has the ability to read players to a T—thanks to the sentient stat-tracking display he received after saving an elderly man in the streets. Now, as director of football for Chester FC, everything's falling into place for Max. His team is climbing the ranks. He's executing great transfers and hired a literal old hand for his brand-new women's team. What could go wrong?

Number-crunching has revolutionized baseball. Through its new dependence on advanced statistics, known as sabermetrics, the game has taken on a new language that sometimes is difficult to understand. This book is an introduction to the basics of analytical terms, and to the people, websites, and organizations, who are creating and discussing these new tools of measurement. We have attempted to explain these novel concepts as simply as possible and to discuss their various applications in today’s game. By starting to understand this process, fans like you can become more astute at ...

Stranded – with a perfect stranger. All Jill Bowen wants is to get back home after a disappointing vacation. But when a “quick transfer” in Dubai goes awry, she is stranded in the Middle East, alone. Well, not quite alone. Complications never listed in her flight plan – not even the fine print – pair Jill with a handsome man with a ghost-ridden past. He is a perfect stranger – and seemingly perfect in every other way, too. But why does he bury himself in work? Why carry a photograph of a family that's not his own? Gradually, Jill and Erik discover a fascinating blend of ancient ...

Theo Rogers is the cockiest brother at Alpha Sigma Sigma frat. All his brothers call him "the smart one." When Theo gets a little too smart for his own good, student council hands down a punishment. Theo has to tutor his enemy Elliot Hardy in math. Elliot Hardy is a member of a rival frat and a star athlete. As a jock he's already the natural enemy of Theo. Elliot isn't too happy about the tutoring arrangement either, but he has a big test coming up, and he needs to pass. When Theo realizes that Elliot needs motivation to pay attention, he proposes a little game. They'll each take turns ...

When George Brown spends the day at a water park, he ends up making a huge splash, just not the kind he intended. That's because trouble follows him like a shadow. It's not his fault. Really! Poor George is at the mercy of magic burps - burps that make him do wild and crazy things.

A grumpy billionaire next door, just what I don’t need—especially a hot one. After a bad breakup, I craved a fresh start and moved into a luxury high-rise. What I didn’t expect was Sterling Knight, my landlord, a bully billionaire who silences everyone with his cold stares. When I see him in the hallway with his silvery temples and rock hard abs, I can’t understand why he refuses my pleas for help, reciting the landlord's minimum. Yet at every encounter, he gives me a full body scan. When my obsessive ex tried to kidnap me, the last one I expected was Sterling to save me. Stuck in ...

From the mind of basketball legend and Academy Award-winning storyteller Kobe Bryant comes this radically original portrait of five young basketball players, one enlightening coach, and the awesome transformative power of the game. Filled with insights about the mental stamina and emotional clarity that peak performance requires, this is an indispensable story for young athletes, coaches, educators, and anyone interested in the astonishing potential of team sports to unlock individual growth.

Set in an alternate classical world dominated by sports and a magical power called grana, Epoca: Island of the Gods is the story of two children, the lowly-born Rovi and the crown princess Pretia who uncover and battle terrible evil and discover their inner strength along the way. Epoca: Island of the Gods takes place at the most elite sports academy in the land, where the best child-athletes are sent to hone their skills. When Rovi and Pretia arrive, each harboring a secret about themselves, they begin to suspect that something evil is at play at the school.

Meet Mei, a mythical mermaid midfielder on the lookout for a new teammate! She scouts Megan, a human who’s got the skills on land. With a helpful magical tail (and a little practice), Megan swims onto the field. Will she become the next undersea soccer star?

Frank is my girlfriend's father, and he hates me! He won't let anyone date his daughter unless he believes them to be a real man. After being embarrassed by him yet again, I'm determined to prove to Frank that I am a real man. There's just one problem: Frank doesn't have your ordinary "dad bod." He's an ex-football player and built like a truck. He challenges me to three feats of strength. If I can pass all three of his feats of strength, then he'll admit I have what it takes to date his daughter. But if I fail? Let's just say I have to get down on me knees while he shows me what a real man...

She never thought she'd fall for a younger man, but with Cee, it was so easy... There aren't enough hours in the day, and struggling single mom Jes just can't make it alone. Fortunately, a fantastic nanny just became available. Stacey is the perfect candidate: Young, college educated, glowing references... Trouble is, the nanny is a manny! The last thing Jes expects is a tall, muscular, handsome stranger on her porch looking for work as a nanny. The last thing Jess wants is a new man complicating her life. But Jes needs the help and there's no one better for the job than Stacey "Cee" Cook. ...

A Kiss. A Curse. An Obsession. Genevieve Castle spends her time compiling playlists, writing down the music in her head, and trying oh-so-hard not to think about the quarterback, her long-time obsession. When a gorgeous foreign exchange student moves into town, staying with the inhumanly-hot captain of the swim team, will she manage to move onto something better, or will a kiss of obsession drag her into a world more dark and dangerous than anything she imagined? Welcome to the world of Watergirl: hot guys with gills, psychotic ex-girlfriends, oh, and something in the lake. It will take ...

Three years ago my wolf found my fated mate, and she was my best friend's little sister. He's no longer my friend, and she's off limits. Is it any wonder everyone thinks I'm a dick? Now, I'm the star player for the Bay State U Dire Wolves and I've told myself I don't have or need a mate.

This naughty five book bundle is packed full on man-on-man action and gay erotic romances. If you love men who love men, then this bundle is for you. When a hot, confident older man approaches a fit younger man, sparks fly and dirty deeds follow. This five book bundle includes: 1. Gay For Pay 2. My Gay Billionaire 3. My Gay Doctor 4. Small Town, Secret Desires 5. A Ride On His Stallion: The Gay Cowboy's Lover Warning: These stories contain themes and scenes that might be too hot to handle. Adult readers only.

Go on a date or get fired—that’s the ultimatum from my boss at the Moon Bean coffee shop. But I picked a real jerk and now I’m stuck at the bar with him. I don’t need anyone to save me, but a smart girl recognizes a good escape plan when she kisses one. It’s not like I’m going to fall for a jock with more notches on his belt than books on his shelf. But Eli is more than that and I'm developing some crazy feelings for him. That is until he turns into a werewolf straight out of a horror movie.

Tennis means life and death for the residents of the magical kingdom of Nova, and for 12-year-old Legacy, it’s the only thing getting her through the long days taking care of the other kids at the orphanage. That’s all about to change when she hears about Silla’s tournament. Silla, the ruler of Nova, hosts an annual tournament for the less fortunate of her citizens to prove themselves and win entrance to the Academy, where they can train to compete at nationals. The prize is Silla’s favor and enough cash to keep open the orphanage, and Legacy has her heart set on both.

Playing basketball for Duke University was a major accomplishment for me at eighteen! I was away from home for the first time, beginning to work towards my personal goals of becoming a WNBA pro player one day! My dreams encounter an immoveable object in my path, mainly my richer-than-god father and mother. They inform me that I am needed to further the family's interests. A fall from grace, a young woman finds her way in the dark of the world, cut off from all she has ever known. She discovers herself, her friends, and why she has never been able to feel attracted to a man! Not a cliche in ...

Unveil a part of the sports world you may never have experienced before with "Beyond the Huddle", an intensive exploration of Fantasy Sports Analytics that will leave you enlightened and prepared for this exhilarating endeavor! You are cordially invited to engage your propensity for game strategy, knack for number crunching, and love for in-depth sports analysis in an exciting new way. Tempt your curiosity with our comprehensive introduction to Fantasy Sports Analytics. Appreciate the power of data and its integral role in shaping competitive advantage in Fantasy Sports. Whet your appetite ...

What happens when everything around you seems perfect - your family, your health, your social status, your overall life - but all of a sudden something threatens to tear it all apart and rob you of what you've always known? This type of thing happens to many people, every day, from all walks of life. Some are able to get over it and go on with their lives. But others are not so fortunate. They find themselves stuck in their own meltdown of loss, hurt, and pain. Such is the situation in Marita L. Kinney's latest novel.

Are you considering entering the exciting world of online gambling? Then this beginners guide is the perfect introduction for you! This essential guide demystifies the realm of online betting, offering a clear path from novice gambler to seasoned pro. With insightful strategies, practical tips, and expert advice, this book is your ticket to mastering the digital gambling world. Whether you're looking to understand the basics, refine your betting tactics, or gain the psychological edge needed to win, this guide covers it all. Get ready to transform your approach to online gambling, learn to ...