I am thrilled to be hosting a spot
on the OFF THE BENCH by Fred Bowen Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out
my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About The Book:
Author: Fred Bowen
Pub. Date: March 28, 2023
Publisher: Peachtree
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook, audiobook
Pages: 144
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/OFF-THE-BENCH
Chris wants to be a star scorer like
his brother—so why does his coach keep him waiting on the bench?
Chris comes from a sports-loving family. His brother is the star scorer on the
high school team, and is being recruited by Division 3 colleges. Chris longs to
earn the same adulation, and he’s a good scorer for his junior high team. But
why won’t his coach start him? He’s better on defense than his rival, Carlos,
and nearly as good a shooter.
Soon Chris becomes obsessed with earning a place in his team’s starting lineup.
He does everything he can think of—including being an invaluable player every
time he comes in. But nothing seems to get Coach’s attention. Even after he
learns the history of the valuable “6th man,” Chris can’t seem to let it go.
How will he ever be a big scoring star?
For every kid who hates to read but loves basketball, comes a suspenseful novel
with plenty of play-by-play sports action.
Why Should You Read This?
Off the Bench by Fred Bowen is a wonderful coming-of-age novel that explores the theme of perseverance in the face of adversity. Chris, the protagonist, is a basketball player who longs to be the star scorer like his brother. However, despite his skill and hard work, he spends most of the games on the bench.
The story takes readers through Chris’s journey as he tries to earn a place in his team’s starting lineup. The author does an excellent job of showing the reader the frustrations and emotions Chris goes through as he feels overlooked by his coach. Chris becomes obsessed with earning his coach’s approval and does everything he can think of, including studying the history of the “6th man,” to improve his game and prove his worth.
The book features plenty of play-by-play sports action, which is sure to thrill young readers who love basketball. But more than that, the story is about the importance of hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Chris is a relatable character who shows that success is not always about being the star, but about being an invaluable member of the team.
Overall, Off the Bench is a fantastic book for young readers who love basketball and are looking for a story that will inspire them to keep pushing towards their goals. The author’s writing style is engaging, and the pacing is perfect, making it a quick and enjoyable read for readers of all ages.
About Fred Bowen:
Fred Bowen was a Little Leaguer who loved to read. Now he is
the author of many action-packed books of sports fiction. He has also written a
weekly sports column for kids in the Washington Post since 2000. Fred played
lots of sports growing up, including soccer at Marblehead High School. For
thirteen years, he coached kids’ baseball, soccer, and basketball teams. Some of
his stories spring directly from his coaching experience and his sports-happy
childhood in Marblehead, Massachusetts. Fred holds a degree in history from the
University of Pennsylvania and a law degree from George Washington University.
He was a lawyer for many years before retiring to become a full-time children’s
author. Bowen has been a guest author at schools and conferences across the
country, as well as the National Book Festival in Washington, DC, and the
Baseball Hall of Fame. Fred lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife.
For more information, check out the author’s website at www.fredbowen.com.
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Giveaway Details:
1 winner will receive a finished copy of OFF THE BENCH, US
Only.
Ends May 2nd, midnight EST.
a Rafflecopter giveawayTour Schedule:
Week One:
4/17/2023 |
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4/17/2023 |
Excerpt/IG Post |
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4/18/2023 |
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4/18/2023 |
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4/19/2023 |
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4/19/2023 |
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4/20/2023 |
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4/20/2023 |
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4/21/2023 |
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4/21/2023 |
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Week Two:
4/24/2023 |
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4/24/2023 |
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4/25/2023 |
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4/25/2023 |
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4/26/2023 |
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4/26/2023 |
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4/27/2023 |
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4/27/2023 |
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4/28/2023 |
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4/28/2023 |
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