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Title: I Only Know Who I Am When I Am Somebody Else

Subtitle: My Life on the Street, on the Stage, and in the Movies

Author: Danny Aiello, Gil Reavill

Narrator: Danny Aiello

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-14-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Beloved stage and screen actor Danny Aiellos big-hearted memoir reveals a man of passion, integrity, and guts - and lays bare one of the most unlikely success stories ever told. Danny Aiello admits that he backed into his acting career by mistake. Thats easy to see when you begin at the beginning: Raised by his loving and fiercely resilient mother in the tenements of Manhattan and the South Bronx, and forever haunted by the death of his infant brother, Danny struggled early on to define who he was and who he could be. Shoeshine boy, numbers runner, and pool hustler were among the first identities he tried on. After getting into trouble on the streets, he enlisted in the army at 17, served in Germany, and was honorably discharged. Later, as an unemployed high school dropout raising a family of his own, Danny was burdened with serious depression by the time he landed a job as a bouncer at a Hells Kitchen comedy club. Taking to the stage in the wee hours to belt out standards, Danny Aiello found his voice and his purpose: He was born to act. Performing in converted churches and touring companies led to supporting roles in such films as The Godfather: Part II and Moonstruck, and an Oscar nomination for his role as the embattled Salvatore in Spike Lees Do the Right Thing. For a guy who had never set foot in an acting class, this was supreme validation for being an outsider who followed his heart.

In a raw and real chronicle of his gritty urban past, Danny Aiello looks back with appreciation, amusement, and frank disbelief at his unconventional road to success. He offers candid observations on working with luminary directors and a vast roster of actors. He opens up about friends he loved, friends he lost, and the professional relationships that werent meant to be. Above all, Danny Aiello imparts a life lesson straight out of his own experience to anyone whos ever felt like an outsider.

Critic Reviews:

"With his raspy voice, Danny Aiello brings the Manhattan of his childhood to life.... His heart and soul are present in his performance.... Throughout this gem, Aiello's integrity, grit, and, yes, polish come through loud and clear." (AudioFile)

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Title: I Never Played the Game

Author: Howard Cosell

Narrator: Howard Cosell

Format: Abridged

Length: 1 hr and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-12-14

Publisher: Phoenix Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

For over 30 years, the legendary sports journalist Howard Cosell pulled no punches. Cosell said of himself, "Arrogant, pompous, obnoxious, vain, cruel, verbose, a showoff. There's no question that I'm all of those things." His blustery, cocksure personality ensured that this larger-than-life sports commentator remains as well known today as any of the athletes he covered. Sports fans of all ages will recognize Cosell's famous voice as he chronicles the history of Monday Night Football and the jocks he shared the booth with, his co-commentators Frank Gifford, Don Meredith, and OJ Simpson.

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Title: Wonder Girl

Subtitle: The Magnificent Sporting Life of Babe Didrikson Zaharias

Author: Don Van Natta Jr.

Narrator: Hillary Huber

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-16-11

Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Texas girl Babe Didrikson never tried a sport too tough and never met a hurdle too high. Despite attempts to keep women from competing, Babe achieved All-American status in basketball and won gold medals in track and field at the 1932 Olympics. Then, Babe attempted to conquer golf. One of the founders of the LPGA, Babe won more consecutive tournaments than any golfer in history.

At the height of her fame, she was diagnosed with cancer. Babe would then take her most daring step of all: go public and try to win again with the hope of inspiring the world. A rollicking saga, stretching across the first half of the 20th century, Wonder Girl is as fresh, heartfelt, and graceful as Babe herself.

Critic Reviews:

"[Don Van Natta Jr.] spirits the reader away on this fairy-tale story with grace and humor.... Enormously inspiring." (Kirkus Reviews)

"[An] engaging biography.... a story that every American sports fan should relish." (Publishers Weekly)

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Title: Swingin' at the Savoy

Author: Norma Miller, Evette Jensen

Narrator: Bettye Zoller Seitz

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-28-14

Publisher: University Press Audiobooks

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Dancer, award-winning choreographer, show producer, stand-up comedienne, TV/film actress, and author, Norma Miller shares her touching historical memoir of Harlem's legendary Savoy Ballroom and the phenomenal music and dance craze that "spread the power of Swing across the world like Wildfire".

It was a time when the music was Swing, and Harlem was king. Renowned as "the world's most beautiful ballroom" and the largest, most elegant in Harlem, the Savoy was the only ballroom not segregated when it opened in 1926. The Savoy hosted the best bands and attracted the best dancers by offering the challenge of fierce competition.

White people traveled uptown to learn exciting new dance styles. A dance contest winner by 14, Norma Miller became a member of Herbert White's world-famous Lindy Hoppers and a celebrated Savoy Ballroom Lindy Hop champion. Swingin' at the Savoy chronicles a significant period in American cultural history and race relations, as it glorifies the popularized home of the Lindy Hop, and the birthplace of such memorable dance fads as the Big Apple, Shag, Truckin', Peckin', Susie Q, Charleston, Peabody, Black Bottom, Cake Walk, Boogie Woogie, Shimmy, and tap dancing.

Miller shares fascinating anecdotes about her youthful encounters with many of the greatest jazz legends in music history including Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington, Ethel Waters, and even boxer Joe Louis.

Critic Reviews:

"A refreshing look at the history of swing dancing is Swingin' at the Savoy.... Miller has not only created an entertaining history of swing, but more importantly, gives the reader a sense of the personalities of people and places most have only heard of. The book is unique as a humorous autobiography, full of youthful antics and charm." (Lance Benishek, Dancing USA)

"This is an important book, bringing some much-overdue attention to the swing dancers who along with the musicians defined the era." (Robert Tate, Jazz Now)

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Title: J.J. Watt

Subtitle: The Inspirational Story of Football Superstar J.J. Watt

Author: Bill Redban

Narrator: Michael Pauley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-17-15

Publisher: Bill Redban

Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of football superstar J. J. Watt. If you're reading this then you must be a J. J. Watt fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. J. J. is considered one of the greatest football players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career. This audiobook will reveal to you much about J. J.'s story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.

Here is a preview of what you'll learn....

If you want to learn more about J. J. Watt, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible football star!

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Title: Mickey Mantle

Subtitle: Inside and Outside the Lines

Author: Tom Molito

Narrator: Greg Walston

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-29-16

Publisher: Black Rose Writing

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Mickey Mantle: Inside and Outside the Lines is different from any other Mickey Mantle book. It was written for baseball lovers and Mantle fans who will live vicariously through its author Tom Molito.

The year 2016 is the 60th Anniversary of Mantle's Triple Crown season, which many baseball experts consider one of the best seasons ever for a ball player. Of course, those who experienced that season are decreasing in numbers. But Mickey Mantle is more popular than ever. The value of his memorabilia is second to none. He remains respected and admired for the redemptive quality of his life.

The book recalls never before told stories: from Park Avenue, to Las Vegas, to Cooperstown; from television shoots to concerts and Mickey's restaurant on Central Park West.

Molito collaborated with the highly respected baseball historian Harold "Doc" Friend. The late Mr. Friend wrote for Bleacher Report (CBS) and uncovered previously unknown facts about Mantle's career - such as Mickey hitting the facade in Yankee Stadium three times not the reported twice. An entire chapter updates Mantle's career with present day statistical measures and comes to the indisputable conclusion that Mickey Mantle was even better than we thought!

The book utilizes archival newspaper articles, websites and more than 35 books on Mantle to weave the most complete, unique look at an American icon.

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