Smoldering, rich and lethally attractive, Gianni Fitzgerald is the master of any situation. But a seven-hour journey with his small son is evidence that even he has his limitations! Exhausted, he falls into bed.… When Miranda wakes to find a strange, utterly gorgeous man in her bed she thinks she must be dreaming! But Gianni's the real, red-hot Italian deal—and one look at Miranda sets his pulse racing. The rewards of letting her get close are huge—but so are the risks.… Can Gianni conquer his pride and admit that he might have met his match?

The story of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s extraordinary rise from poverty in Athens, Greece, to superstardom in America with the Milwaukee Bucks—becoming one of the most transcendent players in history and an NBA Champion—from award-winning basketball reporter and feature writer at The Ringer Mirin Fader. As the face of the NBA’s new world order, Giannis Antetokounmpo has overcome unfathomable obstacles to become a symbol of hope for people all over the world; the personification of the American Dream. But his backstory remains largely untold. Fader unearths new information about the childhood that shaped “The Greek Freak”—from sleeping side by side with his brothers to selling trinkets on the street with his family to the racism he experienced. Antetokounmpo grew up in an era when Golden Dawn, Greece’s far-right, anti-immigrant party, patrolled his neighborhood, and his status as an illegal immigrant largely prevented him from playing for the country’s top clubs, making his NBA rise all the more improbable. Fader tells a deeply human story of how an unknown, skinny, Black Greek teen, who played in the country’s lowest pro division and was seen as a draft gamble, transformed his body and his game into MVP material. Antetokounmpo’s story has been framed as a feel-good narrative in which everyone has embraced him—watching him grow up, sign a five-year supermax contract extension worth $228 million, and lead the underdog Bucks to the NBA Championship in 2021. Giannis reveals a more nuanced story: how lonely and isolated he felt, adjusting to America and the NBA early in his career; the complexity of grappling with his Black and Greek identities; how he is so hard on himself and his shortcomings—a drive that fuels him every day; and the responsibility he feels to be a nurturing role model for his younger brothers. Fader illustrates a more vulnerable star than most people know, a person who has evolved triumphantly into all of his roles: father, brother, son, teammate, and global icon. **Instant New York Times Bestseller, Los Angeles Times Bestseller, Wall Street Journal Bestseller, USA Today Bestseller, Publishers Weekly Bestseller** **Mirin Fader Selected as the 2021 Sports Media Author of the Year by The Big Lead** **The Sports Librarian’s Best of 2022 – Sports Books**

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 When Giannis was six years old, he and his family began selling items on the street to help support their family. They would travel to beaches, especially upscale ones such as Alimos Beach, to pitch their goods. #2 In 1991, Charles and Veronica left Nigeria because of the country’s unstable politics and economy. They went to Germany, where Charles had the opportunity to play professional soccer, and then Greece, where they were granted asylum. Their four children were all given Greek first names. #3 Charles and Veronica were extremely close, and he always watched out for her, especially when it came to finding them places to live. They would usually have just enough money to keep the lights on, but sometimes they were forced to make difficult choices. #4 Giannis learned to be a persuasive street vendor. He knew how to turn on his charm and get people to like him. He learned that from his mother. They always found joy in each other.

"The groundbreaking novel by one of the most important twentieth-century American writers--now in an Everyman's Library Contemporary Classics hardcover edition. Giovanni's Room is set in the Paris of the 1950s, where a young American expatriate finds himself caught between his repressed desires and conventional morality. David has just proposed marriage to his American girlfriend, but while she is away on a trip he becomes involved in a doomed affair with a bartender named Giovanni. With sharp, probing insight, James Baldwin's classic narrative delves into the mystery of love and tells an impassioned, deeply moving story that reveals the unspoken complexities of the human heart. Introduction by Colm Toibin"--

Get to know the game with inspiring basketball player biographies for ages 8 to 12 Basketball is filled with inspiring stories of world-class athletes working hard and overcoming challenges to shine on the court. Discover the most talented players from each position with Basketball Biographies for Kids! This lineup shows you what it takes to be a WNBA or NBA superstar with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players from the last 60 years. Legends of the leagues — Learn about the players who changed the game, like Lebron James, Kawhi Leonard, and Sue Bird. Key career stats — Each biography covers the player's history, as well as important info like games played, points, rebounds, assists, and blocks. Draft your own all-star team — Evaluate the statistics and create your fantasy team by filling out the blank sheet at the back of the book. Brush up on your basketball knowledge with the ultimate, slam-dunk collection of sports biographies!

An innocent office temp stumbles into the life of a Greek tycoon—and into his bed—in this classic romance by a USA Today–bestselling author. Maddie idolized Giannis Petrakos, who had lavished money on the charity that had cared for Maddie’s twin sister—and was also sinfully gorgeous. Now Maddie has a lowly job at Petrakos industries. Soon Giannis demanded she be his mistress, for as long as he wanted her. Because when Giannis finally married, he wanted a wife more suited to his wealth and class. . . . Originally published in 2007.

A student exchange program brings Frank and Joe to sun-kissed Greece. But the moment they hit the scenic port of Piraeus, they land in deep trouble. What starts as a street fight soon escalates to a hornet's nest of espionage, kidnapping, and diplomatic double cross.

This solutions-focused guide dives deep into personal leadership skills, encourages readers to reflect and grow, and offers practical strategies for weaving the thread of intentionality throughout your daily leadership practice. From building capacity among your staff to finding courage within yourself, you will discover meaningful content that not only provides food for thought but also inspires action. Leaders in education will: Understand what it means to lead from within and develop a personal plan of action Explore the six core principles of leadership Access useful templates and tools that support both reflection and action Discover insights through reflection on their own personal journeys as leaders Gain strategies from other leaders in education for navigating both difficulties and successes Contents: Foreword Introduction Chapter 1: Bravely Leading From Within Chapter 2: Leading Through Coaching Chapter 3: Leading Through Conflict and Challenge Chapter 4: Leading Change With Accountability Chapter 5: Going the Extra Mile (and Looking After Yourself) Chapter 6: Learning Always and From Everywhere Afterword References and Resources Index