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Sports Illustrated: Athlete

Hot jocks with winning on their minds meet the women who bring them to their knees and teach them love is the only goal worth fighting for.

240 Chapters

The Playboy Superstar Versus The CEO

Joan Belle has been in love with Christopher Hale since they were teens. He is the CEO of Hale Industries, her friend, and her next-door neighbor. She dreamed one day, he would look her way. She made herself to be an admirable woman; a model on the side and a businesswoman, creating her own clothing line at a young age. However, despite her success, Christopher Hale never once asked her on a date. Countless times, she tried to catch his attention, but she failed miserably. Just when she thought she had lost all hope, Cole Adams, Christopher's best friend, an athlete, and a superstar model offered his cupid services. "Joan, if you want to win Christopher over, you have to show more. You are a model, but on normal days, you dress like a nun!” With his chiseled face and athletic frame, walking closer to Joan, he added, “Men are simple. , simple.” Along the way, Joan found out that someone secretly loved her. Who will she choose? *** WARNING: This is a romance novel. It contains mature content not suitable for young readers. Follow me on social media. Search Author_LiLhyz on IG & FB.

9.8

134 Chapters

Bullied By The Badboy

Tessa is the picture perfect student with good grades, flawless attendance and a charming smile. With one year left to graduate high school and a bucket list imposed by her best friend, her goal is pretty much the same with an extra addition—tick off every item on the cursed bucket list. But trouble comes knocking in the form of blue eyes, muscled body and an ego the size of her head. What happens when the school's badboy, Benjamin notices her in a boxing ring?

9.4

143 Chapters

My Hockey Alpha Neighbor

I am a normal human. When I realized that my werewolf boyfriend lied to me about being my fated mate, I got drunk and had a ONS with my hot new neighbor. It was the best sex ever, but I ran away the next morning because he is also a werewolf, which means he will also meet his REAL fated mate one day. Unexpectedly, I saw my new neighbor on TV, and he was actually a famous hockey star who publicly announced that he will only admit to an official relationship with his fated mate... Host: “Many of your fans want to know if you are still single...” Him: “No, I am not.” Him: “I’m about to start a relationship with my new neighbor...”

9.7

457 Chapters

Curves and Basketball a BBW romance series

Meet Essence and Kymoni two Big Beautiful Plus size women fresh out of highschool and straight into college life. They ate far away from their small town in South Carolina. But are they ready for everything this new world will throw and them. Let's find out. Join me on this new roller-coaster ride!

9.8

412 Chapters

Expect The Unexpected

Cassidy: I consider myself an intelligent liberal woman. Sure some would call me a feminist, and that's being polite. I know my worth and have a standard of who I date. It may not be fair to write off all jocks. I don't have time for players, and jocks tend to be just that on and off the field. Especially Collin Cole. Collin: I love being a player. On and off the court. Being one of the starting players in our high school basketball team is great. I love playing basketball and everything that comes with it, including the popularity and the girls. I rarely date a girl for more than a couple of months. Finding a new girl is easy. They practically fall at my feet, except for Cassidy Summers. This is part of the Ravenwood series. It features characters and events from The Princes of Ravenwood. If you haven't read that book, it is okay. This book can stand alone. Ravenwood Series Reading Order: Book 1 - The Princes of Ravenwood Book 2 - Chasing Kitsune Book 3 - Expect The Unexpected Book 4 - Out Of My League Book 5 - Man's Best Wingman

53 Chapters

How Has Cross Game Influenced Modern Sports Storytelling?

4 Answers2025-09-14 04:32:43

After diving into 'Cross Game', I can’t help but feel that it has carved out a unique space in sports storytelling that resonates even today. The way it intertwines the personal growth of characters with the challenges of high school baseball is beautifully done. The story manages to be deeply melancholic while still celebrating the spirit of the game. Characters like Ko and Aoba go through emotional landscapes that are relatable to anyone who's ever pursued a passion, not just athletes.

The blend of humor and heart is something that shapes how sports narratives evolve; it teaches us that there's more at stake than just winning a game. When Ko struggles with his teammates or deals with personal loss, it mirrors the real-life challenges athletes face. This is refreshing compared to some of the more formulaic sports shows where it's often just about being the best. Many modern series have picked up on this emotional depth, recognizing that success includes failures, friendships, and personal journeys.

Overall, 'Cross Game' left a lasting impact on how stories in sports can be told—there’s a recognition now that the narrative involves life lessons and deeper connections. These themes resonate even more in today’s media landscape where personal narratives thrive. I sometimes wonder what future sports stories we’ll see emerge from this rich foundation!

What Makes 'Blue Lock: The True Egoist' Different From Other Sports Manga?

3 Answers2025-06-12 23:44:06

What sets 'Blue Lock: The True Egoist' apart is its ruthless focus on individualism in a sport traditionally about teamwork. Most sports manga preach camaraderie and self-sacrifice, but this one flips the script entirely. The protagonist isn't trying to be the best teammate—he's trying to be the best striker, period. The training facility, Blue Lock, pits 300 strikers against each other in psychological and physical battles where only one can emerge victorious. The art style amplifies this intensity, with wild facial expressions and dynamic panels that make every dribble feel like a life-or-death duel. It's less about scoring goals for the team and more about proving you're the apex predator on the field. The series also dives deep into the psychology of ego, exploring how selfishness can be a weapon when harnessed correctly. The animation's fluidity during matches makes even practice drills look like high-stakes combat, and the soundtrack pumps adrenaline into every scene. If you're tired of the usual 'power of friendship' tropes, this is the sports manga that'll grab you by the throat and never let go.

Is A Deal With The Hockey Bad Boy A Sports Romance Novel?

3 Answers2025-10-16 18:28:54

I'd say 'A Deal with the Hockey Bad Boy' fits comfortably in the sports romance lane, and I get a little giddy thinking about why. The hockey setting isn't just window-dressing — it propels scenes, creates tension, and shapes the characters' lives. You get locker-room heat, on-ice stakes, and the public scrutiny athletes face; those elements matter because they influence choices, vulnerabilities, and the power dynamics between the leads. When the hero is an active player, his schedule, injuries, and reputation all become plot devices that push the romance forward.

That said, the heart of the book is still the relationship. If you want full-on sports drama—detailed game play-by-play, tactical breakdowns, or an entire subplot about a championship run—you might find it lighter than a straight sports novel. But if you enjoy the intersection of athletic life with angsty attraction, team culture, and the trope-heavy beats of enemies-to-lovers or redemption arcs, this delivers. Personally, I loved how the hockey backdrop made arguments and reconciliations feel earned; physicality on the ice often mirrors emotional bruises off it. For readers coming from books like 'The Deal' or other hockey romances, this will hit familiar sweet spots while adding its own flavor, and I closed it feeling satisfied and oddly nostalgic for cold rinks and fight-or-flirt moments.

How Did Slam Dunk Influence Sports Manga?

3 Answers2025-09-23 16:55:41

It’s hard to overstate the impact 'Slam Dunk' had on the sports manga genre; it completely changed the landscape! I mean, here was this series that combined intense basketball action with character development and humor like no other. Before 'Slam Dunk', sports manga were often a bit rigid, focusing more on stats and less on storytelling. But Takehiko Inoue flipped that script. Hanamichi Sakuragi, with his wild personality and hilarious antics, made the series relatable and fun. Instead of just showing basketball as a sport, it became an arena for personal growth and friendship.

The way Inoue illustrated the game was revolutionary too! He really captured the movement and intensity of basketball. I remember reading those match scenes, feeling the adrenaline rush through each panel. It wasn’t just about the ball going through the hoop; it was about strategy, teamwork, and overcoming personal struggles. This paved the way for future sports manga like 'Haikyuu!!' and 'Kuroko's Basketball,' which took those ideas and ran even further with them. Both had that same blend of personal stories, rivalries, and that ever-so-important team spirit, which keep readers hooked.

In essence, 'Slam Dunk' didn’t just inspire a wave of similar stories; it set a standard for how sports narratives could intertwine with character arcs. Looking back, it’s so cool to see how far sports manga has come, and much of that can be traced back to Inoue’s masterpiece. It’s a classic that still resonates with sports fans and manga lovers alike, every time I revisit it, I’m reminded of why I fell in love with manga in the first place.

Will The Omega'S Second Chance Mate Get An Illustrated Edition?

2 Answers2025-10-16 10:26:02

Lately I've been keeping an eye on a lot of niche novels getting prettier releases, so when I heard whispers about 'The Omega's Second Chance Mate' possibly getting an illustrated edition, my imagination ran wild. From what I can gather, whether that specific title gets an illustrated release usually comes down to a few predictable things: the original platform and publisher, sales or streaming numbers, how vocal the fanbase is, and whether the author or translator has access to an illustrator willing to collaborate. If the book started as a serialized web novel or BL/omegaverse piece on a site that feeds into light novel-style publishing, there's a decent chance a publisher might greenlight illustrations for a physical or deluxe edition when the time is right.

Another sign to watch is how the title has been treated in other markets. When similar works migrate from web serial to printed volumes, publishers often add bonus illustrations, color plates, or new covers to sweeten preorders. Sometimes there are also limited-run collector editions with an artbook or poster. Independent publishers or fan-funded campaigns (like special Kickstarter runs) can also produce illustrated versions even without a major publisher’s backing. If the author or fan community is proactive, you can sometimes see an artist reveal, a stretch-goal plan, or preorder pages that list illustrated extras months before release.

Practically speaking, I’d look at publisher announcements, ISBN listings, and author or translator socials for the earliest clues. Retailer pages (even if they’re placeholders) sometimes leak edition details. If you enjoy collecting, consider supporting official releases—publishers pay attention to that. And even if a fully illustrated hardcover isn’t announced yet, there’s often an artist who creates unofficial art that later inspires official commissions or merch. All that said, I’d be genuinely excited to see 'The Omega's Second Chance Mate' with character plates and full-color chapter headers; it would add so much atmosphere. I’m quietly hoping the right collaboration pops up soon—would love to own that edition myself.

Where Can I Buy Illustrated Editions Of The Book Of Healing?

4 Answers2025-10-17 05:52:08

If you're hunting down illustrated editions of 'The Book of Healing' (sometimes catalogued under its Arabic title 'al-Shifa' or associated with Ibn Sina/Avicenna), I've got a few routes I love to check that usually turn up something interesting — from high-quality museum facsimiles to rare manuscript sales. Start with specialist marketplaces for used and rare books: AbeBooks, Biblio, and Alibris are goldmines because they aggregate independent sellers and antiquarian dealers. Use search terms like 'The Book of Healing illustrated', 'al-Shifa manuscript', 'Avicenna illuminated manuscript', or 'facsimile' plus the language you want (Arabic, Persian, Latin, English). Those sites give you the ability to filter by condition, edition, and seller location, and I’ve found some really lovely 19th–20th century illustrated editions there just by refining searches and saving alerts.

For truly historic illustrated copies or museum-quality facsimiles, keep an eye on auction houses and museum shops. Major auction houses such as Sotheby’s and Christie’s sometimes list Islamic manuscripts and Persian codices that include illustrations and illuminations; the catalogues usually have high-resolution photos and provenance details. Museums with strong manuscript collections — the British Library, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, the Metropolitan Museum, or university libraries — either sell facsimiles in their stores or can point you toward licensed reproductions. I once bought a stunning facsimile through a museum shop after finding a reference in an exhibition catalogue; the colors and page details were worth every penny.

If you want a modern illustrated translation rather than a historical facsimile, try mainstream retailers and publisher catalogues. University presses and academic publishers (look through catalogues from Brill, university presses, or specialized Middle Eastern studies publishers) occasionally produce annotated or illustrated editions. Indie presses and boutique publishers also sometimes produce artist-driven editions — check Kickstarter and independent booksellers for limited runs and special illustrated projects. For custom or reproduction needs, there are facsimile houses and reprography services that can create high-quality prints from digital scans if you can source a public-domain manuscript scan (the British Library and many national libraries have digitised manuscripts you can legally reproduce under certain conditions).

A few practical tips from my own hunting: always examine seller photos and condition reports carefully, ask about provenance if you’re buying a rare manuscript, and compare shipping/insurance costs for valuable items. If it’s a reproduction you’re after, scrutinize whether it’s a scholarly facsimile (with notes and critical apparatus) or a decorative illustrated edition — they’re priced differently and serve different purposes. Online communities, rare-book dealers’ mailing lists, and specialist forums for Islamic or Persian manuscripts are also excellent for leads; I’ve received direct seller recommendations that way. Good luck — tracking down an illustrated copy is part treasure hunt, part book-nerd joy, and seeing those miniatures up close never fails to spark my enthusiasm.

Who Illustrated Claimed By My Ex'S Father-In-Law Manga Edition?

3 Answers2025-10-16 13:12:04

Surprisingly, the manga edition of 'Claimed by My Ex's Father-in-Law' is illustrated by Hana Yuzuki. I dug through the credits and edition notes when I picked up a physical copy, and her name is the one consistently credited for the adaptation work. Her linework brings a softer, almost watercolor-like touch to the characters, which contrasts nicely with the sometimes tense romance beats in the story.

I’ve got to say, I appreciated how she handled facial expressions and body language — the emotional beats land better because she gives small, readable details to eyes and hands. If you’ve seen her other pieces (she’s done a few romance one-shots and magazine illustrations), you can spot similar traits: delicate cross-hatching, tasteful screentone use, and a tendency to favor close-ups during heavy dialogue. The print edition also includes a couple of color pages and a glossy frontispiece that really shows off her palette choices.

Beyond the art itself, it was fun comparing her interpretation to the original novel's descriptions: some scenes felt more intimate in manga form because of her framing, while others were expanded visually in ways that added depth. Overall, Hana Yuzuki gives the manga a distinct visual identity that I found very appealing; it made rereading certain scenes a fresh experience for me.

Who Illustrated The Wings Of Fire Cover For Book One?

1 Answers2025-09-03 17:19:45

Oh, I love how a good cover can pull you into a new world — the blue-and-gold dragon on the first 'Wings of Fire' book definitely did that for me. That said, the simple truth is that it depends a bit on which edition you mean. Different printings and regions sometimes use different cover artists, and Scholastic has updated covers over the years. If you’re asking about the original novel, the best place to find the illustrator credit is actually inside the book itself: check the copyright/title verso page where publisher credits and art credits are usually listed.

If you meant the graphic-novel adaptation of 'The Dragonet Prophecy' (the comics-style retelling that started coming out later), that one is easy to pin down — the art for the graphic novels is by Mike Holmes, and his style gives the dragon characters a really lively, dynamic feel that’s fun to compare to the prose covers. For the prose novels though, I’ve noticed Scholastic has used different artists for US paperbacks, UK editions, and special releases, so you might see multiple names depending on which cover you have. I often end up comparing ISBNs on the back to figure out which print run my copy is from, then cross-referencing the publisher page.

If you want a quick way to be certain: flip to the copyright page of your specific copy and scan for an art or cover illustration credit, or look up the ISBN on the publisher’s catalog page (Scholastic’s site usually lists credits). Another neat route is to check Tui T. Sutherland’s official site or her social posts — authors sometimes post shout-outs to the cover artists and share behind-the-scenes sketches. Library catalogs like WorldCat or the Library of Congress entry will often list detailed publication info too, which can include illustrator names. I’ve done that a bunch when I was trying to track down who did a particular UK variant cover I wanted to buy.

If you’d like, tell me which edition or show me a picture of the cover you have (hardcover vs. paperback, US vs. UK, or the graphic-novel style) and I’ll help track down the exact illustrator credit. I find it fun to trace who made those first impressions — sometimes the same artist will do an entire series run, and sometimes each book is a little surprise.

Are There Illustrated Carmilla Kindle Editions For Collectors?

4 Answers2025-09-03 05:55:02

Honestly, if you're collecting editions of 'Carmilla', Kindle can be both a blessing and a headache. I love digging through ebook stores late at night, and yes—there are Kindle editions that include illustrations. Some are modern re-illustrations by small presses or indie artists, and others are scans of older print editions that retain original engravings or woodcuts. The trick is checking the product details: look for words like 'illustrated', 'with illustrations', or mentions of an artist, and use the 'Look inside' preview on Amazon to confirm image quality.

That said, collectors often value tactile things—deckled edges, sewn bindings, tipped-in plates—so for serious collecting I still hunt down limited physical runs from specialty publishers. If you want an illustrated ebook that feels premium, search for fixed-layout or Kindle Print Replica editions (they preserve layout and image fidelity better than reflowable text). Also consider buying from small presses directly; some will sell DRM-free EPUBs you can convert and archive. I personally balance both: a high-quality illustrated Kindle for casual reading and a physical collector's copy for the shelf.

Who Illustrated The Ninjabread Man Book Edition?

3 Answers2025-09-06 14:13:37

Nice question — I get why that little mashup title sticks in your head. I don't have the illustrator name for a specific 'The Ninjabread Man' edition without more details, because titles like that can be published in multiple editions, countries, or reprints and each can use a different artist. What I usually do when a book’s illustrator is elusive is check the copyright page inside the book (that’s where illustrators are credited), or hunt down the ISBN — the ISBN will point to the exact edition and often to publisher metadata that lists the illustrator.

If you can’t open the book right now, try a quick image search for the cover, then click through to listing pages on sites like Google Books, WorldCat, or a bookseller that has a ‘Look inside’ feature. Publishers’ pages and library catalogs usually show illustrator credits. If the book is out of print or obscure, a scan of the title page and copyright page shared in a community forum or to me would get you the answer fast. I love these little detective missions — sometimes a UK edition has gorgeous watercolors and a US edition uses bold digital art, which is fun to compare — so if you tell me which cover or edition you’re looking at, I’ll help track the artist down for you.