Most Popular Books by Sharon Robinson

The bestselling classic biography of Jackie Robinson, America''s legendary baseball player and civil rights activist, told from the unique perspective of an insider: his only daughter. Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball -- and taught his children that the only measure of life is the impact you have on others lives''. Promises to Keep is the story of Jackie Robinson''s hard-won victories in baseball, business, politics, and civil rights. It looks at the inspiring effect the legendary Brooklyn Dodger had on his family, his community ... his country. Told from the unique perspective of Robinson''s only daughter, this intimate and uplifting book includes photos from the Robinson family archives and family letters never published before. Jackie Robinson is one our great national heroes. Promises to Keep reminds us what made him a champion -- on and off the field!

An incredible memoir from Sharon Robinson about the pivotal year of the civil rights movement -- and her unique role in it alongside her father, baseball legend and activist Jackie Robinson. In January 1963, Sharon Robinson turns thirteen the night before George Wallace declares on national television "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever" in his inauguration speech as governor of Alabama. It is the beginning of a year that will change the course of American history. As the daughter of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, Sharon has opportunities that most people would never dream of experiencing. Her family hosts multiple fund-raisers at their home in Connecticut for the work that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is doing. Sharon sees her first concert after going backstage at the Apollo Theater. And her whole family attends the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. But things don''t always feel easy for Sharon. She is one of the only Black children in her wealthy Connecticut neighborhood. Her older brother, Jackie Robinson Jr., is having a hard time trying to live up to his father''s famous name, causing some rifts in the family. And Sharon feels isolated-struggling to find her role in the civil rights movement that is taking place across the country. This is the story of how one girl finds her voice in the fight for justice and equality.

After the death of his father, Elijah Breeze, a ten-year-old African American boy, moves back to New York City with his mother and attends a summer baseball camp as he tries to make new friends and adapt to urban ways.

The bestselling novel based on the true story of a boy in Brooklyn who became neighbors and friends with his hero, Jackie Robinson. Stephen Satlow is an eight-year-old boy living in Brooklyn, New York, which means he only cares about one thing-the Dodgers. Steve and his father spend hours reading the sports pages and listening to games on the radio. Aside from an occasional run-in with his teacher, life is pretty simple for Steve. But then Steve hears a rumor that an African American family is moving to his all-Jewish neighborhood. It''s 1948 and some of his neighbors are against it. Steve knows this is wrong. His hero, Jackie Robinson, broke the color barrier in baseball the year before. Then it happens--Steve''s new neighbor is none other than Jackie Robinson! Steve is beyond excited about living two doors down from the Robinson family. He can''t wait to meet Jackie. This is going to be the best baseball season yet! How many kids ever get to become friends with their hero?

This inspiring collection pays tribute to baseball legend and civil rights hero Jackie Robinson. Jackie1s daughter, Sharon, acts as a personal tour guide through the nine heartfelt, hard-won values that helped her father achieve his goals. Jackie1s values are brought to life through the powerful words of other heroes and pioneers, including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Oprah Winfrey, and Christopher Reeve.

At Harlem''s Langston Hughes Middle School, eleven-year-old Elijah "Jumper" Breeze and his friends compete against Nia and her girlfriends on the basketball court, in a video dance tournament, and for a student council seat, and, meanwhile, several of

Sharon Robinson, the daughter of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, has crafted a hearwarming, true story about growing up with her father. When Jackie Robinson retires from baseball and moves his family to Connecticut, the beautiful lake on their property is the center of everyone''s fun. The neighborhood children join the Robinson kids for swimming and boating. But oddly, Jackie never goes near the water. In a dramatic episode that first winter, the children beg to go ice skating on the lake. Jackie says they can go--but only after he tests the ice to make sure it''s safe. The children prod and push to get Jackie outside, until hesitantly, he finally goes. Like a blind man with a stick, (contd.)

Just in time for the major motion picture release, discover everything you wanted to know about Jackie Robinson! To tie- in with the April 2013 release of the movie 42, the life story of Jackie Robinson, this full-color comprehensive biography will feature everything there is to know about this inspiring American hero. The movie, featuring high-profile actors such as Harrison Ford, Christopher Meloni, and T.R. Knight, explores Robinson''s history-making signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers under the guidance of team executive Branch Rickey. The biography will explore what led up to Robinson''s signing and what happened after. As the first black man to play major league baseball, his progress monumentally influenced the desegregation of baseball. Because of this, Robinson became an icon for not only the sport of baseball, but also for the civil -rights movement. Featuring photos throughout, this biography will be a sports tale and a history lesson. It will coincide with the movie and also provide many more Robinson details, introducing him to a new generation of readers.

On Tour with Leonard Cohendocuments the wildly successful LeonardCohen World Tour through the eyes of his friend and longtime collaborator, SharonRobinson. In 2004 Cohen''s manager stole his life savings, forcing him out of plannedretirement into what has now become a legendary six-year sojourn. Sharon Robinson has been associated with Cohen since the Field CommanderCohen tour of 1979-80, first as a singer and subsequently as his co-writer andproducer. She was drafted into the current iteration of Cohen''s band, The UnifiedHeart Touring Company, from the onset, and has literally been at his side for over 400shows. Robinson has captured her experience behind the scenes with the completefreedom afforded her by her unique position. On Tour with Leonard Cohenis an impressionistic view of what it was like tobe on tour with the legendary singer-songwriter poet. Robinson reveals the nitty-grittyof day-to-day life of the road, onstage and behind the scenes, and the chemistry ofCohen and his supporting artists, together on an incredible journey across the globe,their hearts and minds focused on the next show.

Young Steve Satlow is thrilled when his hero Jackie Robinson moves onto his block. After the famed second baseman invites Steve to a Dodgers game, the two become friends. So when Jackie hears that the Satlows don''t have a Christmas tree, he decides to give them one, not realizing the Satlows are Jewish. But Jackie''s gift helps these two different families discover how much they have in common. Written by the daughter of baseball legend Jackie Robinson and illustrated by a Caldecott Honor winner, Jackie''s Gift is a holiday tale-based on a true story-about friendship and breaking barriers.

In today''s fast-paced world, creative people are as eager as ever to pursue their artistic passions; many simply don''t have the time. Catering to this modern dilemma is the Inspirational Art Journal, which invites users to learn about art as they write their inspirations within the journal. Filled with fun tidbits, thought-provoking quotes, and stimulating prompts, Inspirational Art Journal encourages you to take time out of your busy day to contemplate art and the world around you.

A fun book for 8 - 11 year olds following the fantastic adventure of two Irish boys into outer space.

In today''s fast-paced world, creative people are as eager as ever to pursue their artistic passions, but many of them simply don''t have enough time. Catering to this modern dilemma, we''ve concocted the perfect remedy for over-burdened artists. The Daily Book of Art includes a year''s worth of brief daily readings and lessons about the visual arts that entertain as they inform. Ten exciting categories of discussion rotate throughout the course of a year, giving readers a well-rounded experience in the art world. From color psychology and aesthetic philosophy to the proverbial argument over whether elephants really can paint, art-starved readers will encounter a broad range of inspiring subjects. The ten categories of discussion include Art 101 Philosophy of Art Art Through the Ages Profiles in Art A Picture’s Worth 200 Words Art from the Inside Out Art Around the World Artistic Oddities Unexpected Art Forms Step-by-Step Exercises

In this age of fallen heroes, Jackie Robinson, the man who broke the color barrier in major league baseball, is remembered as a true American hero in this deeply personal and candid memoir of his life and times. Movingly and dramatically told, Stealing Home transcends the category of personal memoir, telling the story of an American family that both influenced and was influenced by its times. photos.

"Breaking Free" is a personal testimony of faith and modern medicine and how together they can oftentimes bring forth healing and the return of complete health. It is a step-by-step journey of one woman''s detour in her, battling cancer two times in the same year and her determination to move forward regardless of the circumstances she was about to endure.

It is Grandmother Bibi''s ninetieth birthday and when she travels to Tanzania from America to visit her son and grandchildren they surprise her with a birthday safari.

Sincere Milk provides first steps guidance to any one interested in following Christ and for all new believers in Jesus Christ. We are told in 1st Peter 2:2, "as newborn babes, desire the ''Sincere Milk'' of the word, that ye may grow thereby." Just as a newborn baby needs milk as its first nourishment, so do you as a new believer in Jesus Christ. Created for all, especially those who: have an interest in following Christ, are thinking about doing it but want to count the cost, just started following Christ and need guidance on what to do next, followed Christ a while back and now feel stuck, or if you just want to help someone in any of these positions. If you are desirous of sharing and teaching God''s "Sincere Milk" then this is a book for you. It''s a book for all!

Crispell Descendants of Antoine Crispell, Hugenot Patentee, New Paltz NY with documents of historical interest.

Diary of events during the pandemic.