The Sports Fiction Genre
We all have our likes and dislikes when it comes to reading material. Whether you like comedy books, books about sports or gritty books about corruption, there is sure to be something out there for you. If you're a reader who likes adult fiction novels, why not give the sports world a gander? Some of the top sports books in the literary world have all the compelling elements of surprise, mystery, and comedy and as a reader of adult fiction novels, will have you pulled right in. Here are some great books about sports that will grab your attention.
The Legend of Beggar Vance by Steven Press field
Looking for a feel good story with elements of mysticism? Check out Steven Press field's, The Legend of Beggar Vance. One of the top sports books centered around the world of golf, Press field's story delves into the mental aspect of golf. The story revolves around Rannulph Junah, a long absent player to the game of golf who returns to compete with two of the best golfers at the time, Bobby Jones and Walter Hagen. Joined by his caddy, Beggar Vance, Junah takes lessons from Vance and learns to look within himself in order to achieve his Authentic Swing. Taking Vance's lead, Junah finds out how to better his game while at the same time, bettering himself.
The Harder They Fall by Budd Schulberg
For one of the better adult fiction novels dealing with the rough, at times corrupt world of boxing, look no further than Budd Schulberg's grainy drama of a fighter caught in the world of organized crime and two faced promoters. Though written over 50 years ago, The Harder They Fall is still a must read. The novel follows the life of Nick Latka, a mobster intent on making his latest fighter, Toro Molina, a renowned fighter. Through a series of fixed fights and corrupt deals, Schulberg delves into the sad, cruel world of boxing.
Sports Fan Chronicles by Kurt Weichert
Is comedy more up your alley? For an adult fiction novel with comedy and heart, check out Kurt Weichert's, SportsFan Chronicles. The story revolves around best friends, Kurt and Brian, who have everything they could want in life including lucrative jobs and wonderful friends. When they take a chance and play the lottery, Kurt and Brian find themselves winners of the biggest lottery in history. They are finally able to make their dream of NFL ownership a reality if they can convince the winner of the other half of the winnings to invest with them. A funny look at the lives of two best friends trying to realize their dream, Sports Fan Chronicles is definitely a must read.
Trying a new genre of adult fiction novels is always fun, and at the very least, you can find out if sports fiction is indeed not for you. Give these three a try and see if may be you have been missing out all this time.
The Legend of Beggar Vance by Steven Press field
Looking for a feel good story with elements of mysticism? Check out Steven Press field's, The Legend of Beggar Vance. One of the top sports books centered around the world of golf, Press field's story delves into the mental aspect of golf. The story revolves around Rannulph Junah, a long absent player to the game of golf who returns to compete with two of the best golfers at the time, Bobby Jones and Walter Hagen. Joined by his caddy, Beggar Vance, Junah takes lessons from Vance and learns to look within himself in order to achieve his Authentic Swing. Taking Vance's lead, Junah finds out how to better his game while at the same time, bettering himself.
The Harder They Fall by Budd Schulberg
For one of the better adult fiction novels dealing with the rough, at times corrupt world of boxing, look no further than Budd Schulberg's grainy drama of a fighter caught in the world of organized crime and two faced promoters. Though written over 50 years ago, The Harder They Fall is still a must read. The novel follows the life of Nick Latka, a mobster intent on making his latest fighter, Toro Molina, a renowned fighter. Through a series of fixed fights and corrupt deals, Schulberg delves into the sad, cruel world of boxing.
Sports Fan Chronicles by Kurt Weichert
Is comedy more up your alley? For an adult fiction novel with comedy and heart, check out Kurt Weichert's, SportsFan Chronicles. The story revolves around best friends, Kurt and Brian, who have everything they could want in life including lucrative jobs and wonderful friends. When they take a chance and play the lottery, Kurt and Brian find themselves winners of the biggest lottery in history. They are finally able to make their dream of NFL ownership a reality if they can convince the winner of the other half of the winnings to invest with them. A funny look at the lives of two best friends trying to realize their dream, Sports Fan Chronicles is definitely a must read.
Trying a new genre of adult fiction novels is always fun, and at the very least, you can find out if sports fiction is indeed not for you. Give these three a try and see if may be you have been missing out all this time.