Basketball big shots.
(Book)

Includes three previously published graphic basketball stories, where young teens confront problems and discover themselves through sports.

Text by Brandon Terrell, [no. 1, 3]; by Katie Schenkel, [no. 2]. Art by Berenice Muñiz, [no. 1-2]; by Aburtov, [no. 3]. Lettering by Jaymes Reed, [no. 1-3].

A taste for victory: "Hank Watson enjoys helping his basketball team win big games. However, his true passion is cooking. Hank doesn't tell his team that he likes to cook because he's afraid they'll make fun of him. When an opportunity arises to meet celebrity chef Brenton Spooner, Hank jumps at the chance. But while practicing a difficult dish to impress his idol, he accidentally burns his hand. The injury isn't serious, but it affects his performance both on the court and in the kitchen. Despite the setback, Hank is determined to help his team achieve victory in the big game and meet his cooking hero in the process." --,Provided by publisher.

Basketball camp champ: "After only ever playing pick-up games, Ana Ramirez is excited to attend a basketball summer camp where she'll play on a real team with real teammates. But when the coach says they'll use something called 'zone defense,' the shooting guard feels totally lost and starts to doubt her skills. Can Ana get out of her comfort zone and ask for help?" --,Provided by publisher.

Double scribble: "Diego 'Clutch' Rivera was the hero of his school's basketball team last year, but this season things have not started well, and Diego is losing his confidence--but with some help from his dad, and a friend who gives him a sketchbook and suggests that he draw his feelings, he starts to rediscover the fun in basketball." --,Provided by publisher.

Ages 8-14.,Stone Arch Books.

Grades 4-6.,Stone Arch Books.