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Baseball, Boys, and Bad Words Hardcover – June 18, 2013

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Baseball, Boys, and Bad Words reveals the hilarity and magic of Little League baseball.

Often called “the funniest tale ever told,” this story will have you laughing until you cry, while warming your soul, reminding you of childhood and a simpler time.

In 1970, eleven-year-old Andy Andrews and a group of friends began a Little League season they would never forget. All the usual ingredients were there―well-worn gloves, freshly cut grass, and new uniforms. But the addition of a coach who was “new to the area” is what made this season truly unforgettable for young Andy.

Baseball fans and both current and former Little Leaguers will love the funny story, the age-old baseball wisdom quoted from some of the game’s greatest players, and the vintage baseball photography.

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    64 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Thomas Nelson
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    June 18, 2013
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    5.25 x 0.45 x 7.3 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1404183728
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1404183728
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"I dare you to read this story aloud to a friend and not fall on the floor laughing." - Mark Victor Hansen, Creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series

"America's greatest storyteller since Mark Twain!" - Mark Lowry, Artist and Songwriter of the Christmas Classic "Mary, Did You Know?"

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Who among us hasn't had a Little League experience? Whether you're a proud parent cheering from the bleachers or a former occupant of the dreaded right field, this little book will conjure fond memories, both old and new, for everyone!

Prepare to feel young again as you experience a story that will have you laughing until your sides hurt. Sit back, take a breath, and allow yourself to be transported back to the carefree wonder of childhood.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas Nelson (June 18, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1404183728
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1404183728
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.45 x 7.3 inches
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Hailed by a New York Times reporter as "someone who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America," Andy Andrews is the author of multiple New York Times bestsellers including The Traveler's Gift and The Noticer. He is also an in-demand speaker, coach, and consultant for the world's largest organizations.

Zig Ziglar said, "Andy Andrews is the best speaker I have ever seen."

Both The Noticer and The Traveler's Gift were featured selections of ABC's Good Morning America and continue to appear on bestseller lists around the world. His books have been translated into over 40 languages.

Andy has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents, worked extensively with the Department of Defense, and regularly addresses the world’s largest corporations. Arguably, there is no single person on the planet better at weaving subtle yet life-changing lessons into riveting tales of adventure and intrigue—both on paper and on stage.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun quick read
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023
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Gift to my co worker who is totally into b ball with his whole family. They all enjoyed reading this and laughing. Andy is one of my favorite writers. I especially enjoyed readin the notices book.
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Ms Zuehl
5.0 out of 5 stars Typical Andy Andrews: Down home and funny!
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2017
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A birthday gift for my grandson's 11th birthday... quite befitting, because the author was 11 when this story takes place. Many years ago, I had attended a convention where Andy Andrews read his book. It was difficult to stay in my seat from extreme laughter! When I asked my grand if he had read it, he said that he had thought it was funny and enjoyed it. He said he was expecting curse words, and I explained that, when Andy was 11, the term used throughout was considered a curse word! No spoilers here. You'll just have to read it yourself!
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Ye Ole Gunz
3.0 out of 5 stars To Short
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2017
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This book is wonderful. Reading it triggered many memories. I would've given it 4 stars but it was just way to short. Thanks Andy for another great read.
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Jayman
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book but you should know going in.
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2013
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I loved it but wished I had bought the hard copy to pass around. You can read it as a bed time story to the kids. Yeah it's that short which is what disappoints me. Mr Andrews writes great books. He has told this story in his stand-up act for years. But why he didn't lengthen the story is A real mystery. The thing is it's a gret story but I wanted more. Like 100 pages more! Buy it but get the hard copy to share.
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G-Maw
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little book
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2013
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I loved this book. Laughed the whole time I was reading it to my husband while we traveled.
I had read parts of it in another of Andy's books. It was still funny and great to have this off in a book alone.
Anyone who has ever played baseball as a child or coached a bunch of little guys will love it.
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Neil Weiner
1.0 out of 5 stars I laughed until
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2013
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I laughed until I got to the last page and realized that was it. Of the 60 pages only 20-30 have text. The rest have empty pages or pictures. The entire story is about 11-yr old boys that make fun of their coach with a speech impediment.

I should have read the reviews. I have enjoyed Andy Andrews presentations before and was thinking about what great lesson these boys were going to learn while playing with their coach.

That didn't happen. This book is waaaay over priced.

The coach can't say his "l's" so when he says "fault" it sounds like "fart". That's it. That really is the whole story.
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Joseph Raines
5.0 out of 5 stars Been there done that.
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2023
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You can't always hide in right fierd. Good raughs from another age. It was such a good time. Best of ruck! !!
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Book Glutton
2.0 out of 5 stars Not Even A Short Story
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2014
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I bought it because I read  How Do You Kill 11 Million People?: Why the Truth Matters More Than You Think  by Andy Andrews and was more than impressed. I was very moved! This is certainly not of the same caliber. This is not something I would have the nerve to sell as a book. I would not have the nerve to charge the amount I paid. It could be written out on one side of a page. Heh! We all have funny stories from our childhood. This was kind of made out to be outrageously funny. It probably was to these boys. However, all around I was disappointed. I did give it 2-Stars because I enjoyed the quotes from Major League baseball heroes that were also included on the pages.
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david
5.0 out of 5 stars great laught!
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2014
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I Didn't see the jokes coming! I think it's a great little book for friends and familly!
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gabriel busque
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2014
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good read
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