by Derek Jeter
First published 2015
Derek faces his biggest challenge yet as he steps up to the plate for another season. The pressure mounts as he struggles to balance his performance on the diamond with the expectations that come with being a leader. When his team needs him most, Derek must dig deep to find what separates good players from great ones. Through strikeouts and victories, he discovers that real champions are made not just by their batting averages or fielding stats, but by how they handle adversity and lift up their teammates. Derek learns that the most important games are won through character, determination, and the courage to keep swinging even when the count is against you. This is a story about growing up, finding your voice, and understanding that being a champion means more than just winning games.
Genres: fiction, coming-of-age, contemporary, sports
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: character-driven, sports
192 pages · Hardcover · A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books