New Releases by Jeremy Roberts

Peter doesn''t know what will happen on his first day at the Daily Bugle. But when the Vulture swoops down on the city, Peter knows one thing for sure: Spider-Man is on the case!

Explores the life and golf career of Tiger Woods.

Eric Bischoff has been called pro wrestling''s most hated man. He''s been booed, reviled, and burned in effigy. Fans have hurled everything from beer bottles to fists at him. Industry critics have spewed a tremendous amount of venom about his spectacular rise and stupendous crash at World Championship Wrestling. But even today, Eric Bischoff''s revolutionary influence on the pro wrestling industry can be seen on every television show and at every live event. Bischoff has kept quiet while industry "pundits" and other know-it-alls pontificated about what happened during the infamous Monday Night Wars. Basing their accounts on third- and fourth-hand rumors and innuendo, the so-called experts got many more things wrong than right. Now, in Controversy Creates Cash, Bischoff tells what really happened. Beginning with his days as a salesman for Verne Gagne''s American Wrestling Association, Bischoff takes readers behind the scenes of wrestling, writing about the inner workings of the business in a way never before revealed. He demonstrates how controversy helped both WCW and WWE. Eric gives the real numbers behind WCW''s red ink -- far lower than reported -- and talks about how Turner Broadcasting''s merger with Time Warner, and then Time Warner''s merger with AOL, devastated not only WCW but many creative and entrepreneurial businesses within the conglomerate. Bischoff has surprisingly kind words for old rivals like Vince McMahon, but pulls no punches with friends and enemies alike. Among his revelations: How teaming with Mickey Mouse turned WCW into a national brand. Why Hulk Hogan came to WCW. Why he fired Jesse Ventura for sleeping on the job. Why Steve Austin didn''t deserve another contract at WCW, and how Bischoff''s canning him was the best thing that ever happened to Austin. How Ted Turner decided WCW should go head-to-head against Raw on Monday nights. How Nitro revolutionized wrestling. Where the New World Order really began. How corporate politics killed WCW. And how he found his inner heel and learned to love being the guy everyone loves to despise. Bischoff brings a surprisingly personal touch to the story, detailing his rough-and-tumble childhood in Detroit, talking about his family and the things he did to cope with the stress of the high-octane media business. Now a successful entertainment producer as well as a wrestling personality, Bischoff tells how he found contentment after being unceremoniously "sent home" from WCW. Love him or hate him, readers will never look at a pro wrestling show quite the same way after reading Bischoff''s story in Controversy Creates Cash.

Under Eric Bishoff''s watch as president of WCW, the company went head to head with Vince McMahon''s WWE and beat them at their own game before WCW itself spectacularly imploded. But by then, Bishoff had made an indelible mark on televised wrestling, producing shows that had appeared more dangerous, more sexy, and more edgy than anything that had come before. He did this to such an extent that in 2002, McMahon seized the chance to bring in his former nemesis as General Manager of RAW; since then, true to form, Bishoff regularly surprises fans with matches that would once have been unthinkable for television. In this revelatory look at his life and career, Bishoff frankly discusses the things he did, both right and wrong, as he helped shape the sports entertainment industry into today''s billion dollar business.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the United States president who was nicknamed "Old Rough and Ready" because of his perfect army record.

Presents the life and career of Il Duce, the dictator of Italy from 1922-1945.

Examines the life and career of Bob Dylan, including his childhood in Minnesota, early performances in Greenwich Village, commercial success, and awards.

Resources for Middle School Boys That Answer the Difficult Questions Many middle school boys are confused and uncertain about what it means to be a man and what kind of man to become. Experts are increasingly concerned about the need to nurture boys'' self-esteem during the critical years between childhood and adulthood. Rosen Central''s Guys'' Guides offer a positive response to the questions and concerns that middle school boys have about themselves and their world. These eye-catching books are an invaluable tool to help boys negotiate the difficult path to becoming men.

The U.S. Army Special Operations Command are elite groups in the army that engage in unconventional warfare. Rather than fighting an enemy face to face on a battlefield, they are generally involved in hostage rescue missions, scouting missions, manhunts and other highly dangerous activities. This book talks about some of these groups; the Rangers, Green Berets, Delta Force and SOAR, to name a few. These groups are formed of highly trained individuals. It''s not easy to become a member of the Special Ops. Learn more about the training, recruitment and lives of these unique soldiers.

Discusses the history of the Air Force special forces, as well as the organization''s training program and what life is like in these specialized units.

A biography of the fourth president of the United States, who helped ensure ratification of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Alphabetical entries cover Buddhist deities, legendary characters, sacred places and shrines, Chinese dynasties and beliefs, and animal legends and themes.

Chronicles the life of George Washington, from his youth in Virginia, through his leadership in the Continental Army, to his years as the first president of the United States.

Looks at the life and political career of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the only president in U.S. history to be elected to four terms, discussing his youth, marriage, and service to the country during the Great Depression and World War II.

Examines both the legends and the facts surrounding the literary and historical figure of Britain''s King Arthur.

Discusses the scientific research which led to the current ideas about the laws of motion, including the contributions of Ptolemy, Kepler, Galileo, Hubble, and Lemaitre.

Explains how the body works, discusses the effects of diet drugs and the risks associated with their use, looks at disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, and directs teens where to seek help.

A biography of the young French woman who, inspired by visions supposedly from God, led the French army against English invaders, was burned at the stake as a heretic, and eventually was declared a saint.

Introduces the sports of rock and ice climbing, describing the history, equipment, safety tips, and outstanding performers.

Discusses how prescription drugs are abused, how to recognize this problem in parents and friends, and how to seek help.