Eddie Jackson loves playing catcher. But when he�s batting and in the spotlight, he�s a wreck. After an embarrassing strike out last summer, he thought he�d be done with baseball for good. Now he�s back in the game as a backup catcher. When an injury forces him to step up to the plate, will Eddie be able to overcome his nerves, or is it going to be another swing and a miss? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

Eddie Jackson loves playing catcher. But when he's batting and in the spotlight, he's a wreck. After an embarrassing strike out last summer, he thought he'd be done with baseball for good. Now he's back in the game as a backup catcher. When an injury forces him to step up to the plate, will Eddie be able to overcome his nerves, or is it going to be another swing and a miss? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

From #1 New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica! Nick Crandall feels like he doesn't belong anywhere. He doesn't fit in with his new foster parents. They don't know the first thing about sports - and he's not exactly the model student they want him to be. It's only a matter of time until they realize he's not the right kid for them. And Nick certainly doesn't belong playing varsity baseball. He's only twelve years old! His teammates want a catcher their own age. But Nick needs to prove that he belongs - to his parents, to his team, and to himself.

Isaac decides to give surfing a try, but his plan hits a snag when a bully lays claim to the entire beach.

Andrew's been working overtime on improving his speed with his older brother. Can he pull it out and help his team win?

A four-book collection of the bestselling Jake Maddox Graphic Novels sports series. Go for the win with Jake Maddox Graphic Novels! Diverse characters and action-packed sports combine with dynamic, full-color art to bring these four fast-paced stories to life. The tales in this set cover themes of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth, and they're sure to keep readers turning the pages for more. With supportive back matter, including visual discussion questions and bonus sports info, these entertaining and heartfelt stories encourage young readers to step up their game, overcome the odds, and reach for their dreams! The perfect collection for sports fans and comics fans alike! Books in This Set Include: Comeback Catcher Eddie Jackson loves playing catcher. But when he's batting and in the spotlight, he's a wreck. After an embarrassing strikeout last summer, he thought he'd be done with baseball for good. Now he's back in the game as a backup catcher. When an injury forces him to step up to the plate, will Eddie be able to overcome his nerves, or is it going to be another swing and a miss? Daydream Receiver Gus Charles dreams of catching the winning touchdown in the big game. But in reality, Gus is an oversized, third-string receiver who rides the pine more than running routes on the field. However, with the homecoming game fast approaching, Gus is determined to show his teammates that his size won't keep him from living out his dreams. Home Ice Rivals Benji Krueger loves playing hockey with his friends at his home on Prairie Lake. But his older sister, Raina, is a skilled hockey player and loves to embarrass Benji on the ice. When Benji learns about a pond hockey tournament by his house, he rallies his friends to take on his sister's team. Will Benji finally defeat his sister on their own home ice and learn to have confidence in his own abilities? Soccer Superstar New kid Javier Moreno makes a big splash on the soccer field when a video of his amazing goal goes viral. But now the fame is going to his head, and he's hogging the ball and showing off. Will Javi's solo act ruin the team's chances of making the state championship?

Mason finds out that football in his new town of Clearwater is nothing like where he came from.

Will Pastora is entering his first snowboard race at the ski resort where heÕs vacationing. Instead of signing up as a beginner--where he belongs--he lies about his experience and registers for a higher level of competition. But when he faces his first black-diamond mountain, Will learns that the high level isn't just about tougher competition. It's about dangerous terrain too. Will the racing newbie admit to his sham before he gets hurt?