Rhyming text introduces the equipment and work of a team of fire fighters as they battle a blaze caused by a spark from a train.

The true story behind the events that inspired the major motion picture Only the Brave. A "unique and bracing" (Booklist) first-person account by the sole survivor of Arizona's disastrous 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire, which took the lives of 19 "hotshots" -- firefighters trained specifically to battle wildfires. Brendan McDonough was on the verge of becoming a hopeless, inveterate heroin addict when he, for the sake of his young daughter, decided to turn his life around. He enlisted in the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a team of elite firefighters based in Prescott, Arizona. Their leader, Eric Marsh, was in a desperate crunch after four hotshots left the unit, and perhaps seeing a glimmer of promise in the skinny would-be recruit, he took a chance on the unlikely McDonough, and the chance paid off. Despite the crew's skepticism, and thanks in large part to Marsh's firm but loving encouragement, McDonough unlocked a latent drive and dedication, going on to successfully battle a number of blazes and eventually win the confidence of the men he came to call his brothers. Then, on June 30, 2013, while McDonough -- "Donut" as he'd been dubbed by his team--served as lookout, they confronted a freak, 3,000-degree inferno in nearby Yarnell, Arizona. The relentless firestorm ultimately trapped his hotshot brothers, tragically killing all 19 of them within minutes. Nationwide, it was the greatest loss of firefighter lives since the 9/11 attacks. Granite Mountain is a gripping memoir that traces McDonough's story of finding his way out of the dead end of drugs, finding his purpose among the Granite Mountain Hotshots, and the minute-by-minute account of the fateful day he lost the very men who had saved him. A harrowing and redemptive tale of resilience in the face of tragedy, Granite Mountain is also a powerful reminder of the heroism of the people who put themselves in harm's way to protect us every day.

The Hotshot team’s job: Hike to the wildland firefight and face the beast of wildfire—up close and personal. Five heartwarming love stories, with exclusive author intros, in one great collection. Leading the Leavenworth Hotshots is one woman’s dream. Candace Cantrell and her team take on the wildfires of Washington’s North Cascade Mountains. Except it isn’t just their lives that are on the line, it’s their hearts. (previously published as individual stories)

A wildfire rages in a forest, lighting up the tall pines with bright orange flames. As the wind whips the fire, it burns 60 acres (24 hectares)—about the size of 45 football fields—every minute! The giant wildfire is much too large for firefighters to extinguish with water hoses. This is a job for specially trained wildfire firefighters called hotshots. Dramatic, true stories will keep readers turning the pages as they learn firsthand how these tough, brave firefighters use their strength, quick thinking, and expert skills to battle deadly blazes. In addition, readers will go behind the scenes to learn how hotshots train for their job so that they are ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice.

Brandon wondered how in the world he was going to live with this hottie, in a two-man tent, for a week... When he is selected as an entry-level firefighter in the elite Hart Mountain Hotshots, Brandon has a hard time acting like a straight guy - especially when everyone around him is acting just the opposite! The crew's jokes and innuendos confound him, making him wonder if what goes on between the boys is an intimacy that goes beyond brotherhood. Being teamed up with Jesse is only making things worse. With his sparkling aquamarine eyes, Jessie just might have what it takes to completely destroy the wall of pretense Brandon has built around himself, and totally expose him for his true desire... *This story is part of the Hart Mountain Hotshots Series and is for mature audiences only. SAMPLE: Brandon sat up and looked over at Jesse. His eyes were closed listening to his music. He leaned over and carefully, quietly slid his Fleshlight and lube out of the bottom pouch in his pack. He was hoping if Jesse fell asleep for a while, he just might be able to bust his nut in the toy as long as he kept it slow and quiet. In fact, the idea of masturbating while lying beside his buddy was a pretty big turn on. He placed the toy up near his pillow and lay back down only to find he was lying on Jesse's arm stretched out right beside his pillow. Brandon's eyes flew open and he looked toward Jesse who was looking right at him with that dopey grin...

Bully, brawler, mercenary, spies! The Marvel Universe's hottest new team is on the scene! When Domino and her pals Outlaw and Diamondback find themselves caught between warring nations, they'll have to call on a whole new crew of international women of mystery to sort it out! But can the newlyminted Hotshots survive the arrival of the Merc with the Mouth? Picture it: Six undercover, highly trained, armed-to-the-teeth women hunting a device from space that will change life as we know it - but when Deadpool crashes the party, more than just the mission might be blown sky high! Witness the birth of the Hotshots in intriguing international espionage adventures that'll have you on the edge of your seat! COLLECTING: DOMINO: HOTSHOTS 1-5

In the mid-1980s, one young man from a tough Manchester estate exploded onto the soccer hooligan scene. Known to all as Hotshot, he had been introduced to drugs and violence at an early age, joining a teenage gang at just ten years old. By the age of fifteen he was attending drug-fuelled all-night raves and committing serious crimes to finance his partying. But not even ecstasy or acid compared to the buzz that he got from fighting. He became addicted to terrace violence and was determined to follow in the footsteps of the older United thugs of the notorious Red Army. Hotshot soon put together a gang of his own, leading them into battles up and down the country and taking them abroad on organised looting and shoplifting sprees. This was the heyday of hooliganism, and his crew clashed with the likes of West Ham’s Inter City Firm, the Chelsea Headhunters, the ‘Yids’ of Tottenham and the Service Crew from Leeds. They also fought repeatedly with their derby foes from Manchester City, meeting in city centre pubs and nightclubs in a long-running battle for supremacy. As the years went by, the hectic lifestyle took its toll. Hotshot was arrested in a massive police operation against United’s gang, became addicted to alcohol and cocaine and saw his best friend develop a heroin habit. The days of wanton violence were replaced by a battle for survival. With contributions from fellow United hooligans from the early days up to the current Moston Rats, Hotshot reveals the highs and lows of a rollercoaster race in the fast lane.

Burning for Revenge It is a devastating tragedy: In the South Canyon of Colorado's Thunder Mountain, a sudden cold front whips a small, containable fire into a raging inferno, killing nine heroic firefighters from the Duke City Hotshots. The U.S. Forest Service blames the dead; a victim's grieving mother charges the government with negligence. Into this flammable mix enters Albuquerque lawyer Neil Hamel, hired to pursue the explosive wrongful death case. Mounting an investigation of her own, Neil interviews shocked survivors of the fire, then hikes the charred remains of the forest where the Hotshots met their end. But after retracing the steps of their flight, she will face the terror of their last gasps of breath. Because someone is playing with fire... "Exciting...Van Gieson's best book to date." --Denver Post

"Smokejumper Lincoln Reid is speechless to see Jacob Hartman among his squad's new recruits. Linc had promised his late best friend he'd stay away from his little brother. And yet here Jacob is...and almost instantly, the same temptation Linc has always felt around him is causing way too many problems. Jacob gets everyone's concerns, but he's waited years for his shot at joining the elite smokejumping team, hoping to honor his brother's memory. He's ready to tackle any challenge Linc throws his way, and senses the chemistry between them--chemistry Linc insists on ignoring --is still alive and kicking. This time, Jacob's determined to get what he wants. Close quarters and high stakes make it difficult for Linc to keep his resolve, nevermind do so while also making sure the rookie's safe. But the closer they get, the more Linc's plan to leave at the end of the season risks him breaking another promise: the one his heart wants to make to Jacob."--Provided by publisher.

Describes the childhoods of Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Nolan Ryan, and others whose persistence, practice, and love of the sport turned them into baseball hotshots.