A user-friendly, highly illustrated, straightforward boxing guide that promotes fun, fitness, self-defense, and self-confidence. Endorsed by USA Boxing, national governing body for amateur boxing.

In Boxers and Binders: an FTM Story, Anthony Doubek takes readers through the journey of his transition from female to male. In this engaging book, Anthony guides other FTMs through his transition and gives them tips on every step of the transition. He discusses everything from finding the gender identity that fits you, to how to find the right surgeon for your SRS. The book covers tips for your first steps as dressing in men's clothing, information on Natural Transitioning, work out and cooking tips, information about doctors, counseling, testosterone and gender dysphoria and includes a list of resources and great books for further reading. Boxers and Binders is a must read for anyone who fits in the transmasculine spectrum.

Jimmy Sharman is a conundrum. Raised in a large poor catholic family, becoming a tent boxer at age eleven. He blinds another boxer and is racked by guilt for the rest of his life yet develops an extremely profitable and popular showground fixture. We learn about Sharman’s boxing tent spruiking, his unconventional business habits, his furious temper, his leadership and diplomacy. Sharman was twenty seven and medically fit when the war started. We learn the real life stories of several indigenous boxers who were openly defiant against the intense racism they encountered. We meet clumsy Billy Grimes (the flat foot kid) who went on to win several Australian titles. We see an unlikely friendship develop between Rud Kee a Chinese boxer and Sharman. As losses at Gallipoli and the Western Front grow, townspeople begin to question why a troupe of young men is fighting for profit while others are dying. Soon there are few men left, Sharman struggles to find challengers, recruitment propaganda and white feather campaigns intensify. The conscription plebiscites’ bitterly divide Australia. Then great personal tragedy visits Archie and the troupe. This story is the result of a remarkable new discovery in Australian history, a true story about how Jimmy Sharman navigated his Boxing Troupe throughout the First World War despite; the war fervour, the conscription debate, pressure to enlist, accusations of cowardice and the tragic loss of so many to the war itself. Based on extensive research of real people and real events, this story tells how Jimmy Sharman managed to continue to tour throughout the war and created an unbeatable boxing troupe of White, Chinese and indigenous boxers, training them to be the most famous of all the Australian Travelling Boxing Troupes. This is an incredible, true and uniquely Australian story, it is beautifully told, giving us deep insight into the struggles of extraordinary people in extraordinary times. "Stephen McGrath's tireless research underpins this reanimation of a key chapter in Australia's social, cultural and sporting history. Much can be learned from revisiting the rollicking days of Jimmy Sharman's troupe, traversing geographic, racial and social frontiers.’ Micheal Winkler, Author of “Grimmish”, short listed for the Miles Franklin Literary Award in 2022.

Professional boxing in the UK during the 1980s & 90s was dominated by the big time promoters & managers Mickey Duff, Harry Levene, Jarvis Astaire and Terry Lawless and their BBC television contracts, until Frank Warren came along and challenged the establishment backed by ITV. Next on the scene was Barry Hearn with his SKY connections and amongst them arose Frank Malony backed by the fruadster financier Rodger Levett. This book is not about them but instead is the story of a small time boxing stable and fighters striving for success and trying to beat their opponents and the system. A boxers record is more than a simple win-loss or draw and this story presents the alternative view.

A lingerie designer. An IT Project Manager. A young-ish stripper. A small town love triangle that will give you all the small town summer feels. Gia Mitchell, a lingerie designer, has just moved back to her hometown from Manhattan ready to open her first boutique using 3D printing technology. She convinces her best friend from high school, Winston Locke, to relocate so he can use his technology background to help her get the store up and running. Winston, needing a new start after calling off his wedding, jumps at the chance, after all, he's been waiting for the perfect moment to tell Gia he wants to be more than friends. The only obstacle: Gia's one night stand, a young, hard bodied dancer named Dre that she met in Nashville. Dre has just moved to Kissing Springs and it's clear he wants more than one night with Gia. Will she choose love or pack up and head back to New York? Summer heats up in Kissing Springs, KY with a new love triangle, age gap love story. Welcome to Kissing Springs, the Romance Capital of the South.

The benefits of this book is to inform the public how General Motors treat their black employees that files a Civil Rights complaint and lawsuit against them. They will commit fraud and conspiracy before the courts. This has been going on since August 19, 1983 to the present. This book is about all the pain and hardship I have to go through as a result of this ordeal. This will inform the blacks of what to do and say. And how they can be victorious against a large Corporation. I have experience everything that I am talking about for twenty years and still trying to get some closure from this ordeal. I have experience seeing a psychiatrist and psychologist since May 15, 1985. I was taken off work in July of 1992 and was placed on total and permanent disability with Social Security. This also tells about me leaving home and moving south to Arkansas and having to go to a all black school. I also had to plow the white man field with two mules and a plow. I also won several titles in Golden Gloves Boxing and was the number one boxer at one hundred and twenty six pounds featherweight here and I was nominated for all Army boxing. I would say to pursue your goals until you get the justice you so deserve.

There are more than 8 million dogs in the U.K. and the Boxer is one of the most popular breeds. A dog is for life and this book shows you how to give a puppy a good home and how both dog and owner can enjoy the relationship. The book walks the owner through ‘essential things to know’ including: microchips; vaccinations; insurance; weight etc. All aspects of care are covered including: the Boxer as a puppy; the Boxer as a ‘teen-ager’; feeding and exercising and dangerous foods to be avoided. Health issues that might arise such as Ear mites, Ticks and Fleas are addressed and a chapter on first aid for your Boxer is invaluable. Much more is covered in the book in everyday language that makes it easy to use and understand. Boxers – The Essential Guide is a must for every owner, or potential owner, of this delightful dog.

They’re two sides of a coin and close pals to boot. Can one hopeless romantic possibly choose between these wonderful men? Ali Cochran has perfected avoidance. After her best friend committed suicide, the twenty-one-year-old fled her small Missouri college and concerned family faces for the bright lights of Kansas City. But this lonely girl's improbable dreams start coming true when she lands two jobs and a pair of gorgeous bosses. Bristling at one man’s gruff attorney demeanor, at first Ali gravitates toward the messy gym owner’s friendly openness. But when the fun-loving survivor sees the strait-laced lawyer playing with his nephew and niece, everything gets a lot more complicated. Courted by complete opposites, can she untangle her emotions and recognize her soulmate? Boxers or Briefs is a suspenseful standalone romance. If you like authentic characters, snarky humor, and steamy scenes, then you’ll love Haley Rhoades’s perfect path to forever.

Introducing the ultimate collection for boxing enthusiasts and sports fans alike - "Boxers: Champions Forever" featuring the greatest fighters of all time: Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, Joe Louis, and Sugar Ray Robinson. This exclusive bundle includes four gripping books that chronicle the incredible journeys of these boxing legends, their rise to greatness, their memorable fights, and their lasting impact on the sport and society. Book 1 - "The Greatest: Muhammad Ali And The Thrilla In Manila" - takes you on a thrilling ride through Ali's storied career, culminating in the epic battle with his fierce rival Joe Frazier in the Philippines. Experience the adrenaline, the drama, and the pure intensity of this legendary bout. Book 2 - "Smokin' Joe: The Story Of Joe Frazier's Rise To Boxing Greatness" - follows Frazier's extraordinary rise to boxing stardom, from his humble beginnings in the South to his triumphs in the ring against some of the toughest opponents in history. Discover the untold stories and behind-the-scenes moments that made Frazier one of the most beloved figures in the sport. Book 3 - "The Brown Bomber: Joe Louis And The Fight Against Racism In America" - tells the inspiring story of Joe Louis, the man who not only dominated the heavyweight division but also fought against racism and discrimination during a tumultuous time in American history. Follow Louis's remarkable journey, from his early struggles to his reign as a national hero and beacon of hope for millions. Book 4 - "Sweet Science: The Artistry And Dominance Of Sugar Ray Robinson" - explores the incomparable artistry and skill of Sugar Ray Robinson, widely considered the greatest pound-for-pound fighter of all time. From his dazzling footwork to his knockout punches, delve into the mesmerizing techniques that made Robinson a true master of the sweet science. Experience the thrill of the ring and the stories behind these legendary fighters in "Boxers: Champions Forever." This collection is a must-have for any fan of the sport or anyone who wants to be inspired by the tales of these true champions. Order now and join the ranks of boxing history!