Rob Ryder made that pledge to his wife, and he was determined to stick to it. As technical consultant on blockbuster sports films, he had seen up close how the film business works and what kind of chaos can, and usually does, ensue. And now he was ready to take it on
Hollywood Jock is the suspenseful, dramatic, outrageous, and honest true story of the year when Rob Ryder, screenwriter, laid it all on the line -- and kicked, scratched, wheeled, dealed, and fought like hell to hit the Tinseltown big time. It is a chronicle of schmoozing producers, shopping screenplays,...
Rob Ryder made that pledge to his wife, and he was determined to stick to it. As technical consultant on blockbuster sports films, he had seen up c...
"This book helped me understand that other athletes around the country endure similar stressful experiences that go along with sports and teenage life. And it's definitely useful in making a realistic plan for college." Tanner Starbard, 16, Basketball, California
"Wow.this is cutting edge honesty. I would highly recommend this book to parents, 'F' bombs and all, if they really want to know who their kids are, how they feel, what they dream, how they talk, how hard they work. It's sometimes harsh, sometimes tender, but ALWAYS REAL. A great read, insightful in a very unexpected way."...
"This book helped me understand that other athletes around the country endure similar stressful experiences that go along with sports and teenage life...
Violet Ryder was 95. One day she stopped eating. She and her family knew something was wrong. When her doctor told her she had inoperable cancer, there was nothing to do but wait for the end. In this beautiful tribute, Violet's last days are chronicled in photographs and text, just as the story unfolded for her children, grandchildren, and friends. Violet - Last Rites describes not only Violet coming to terms with her mortality and spirituality, but is also filled with remembrances of a life well-lived. Violet - Last Rites has a universal message. Death takes us all, but it doesn't have to be...
Violet Ryder was 95. One day she stopped eating. She and her family knew something was wrong. When her doctor told her she had inoperable cancer, ther...
