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- Access Review Tools To make writing your review quick and simple, I’ve also created a downloadable book summary. Think of it as a “Cliff’s Notes” version, complete with chapter summaries, prompts, and keywords to help you craft an insightful review.
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The official Amazon launch date is February 14, 2025. I’ll email you the direct link to the book’s review page as soon as it’s live. Reviews posted within the first three days are especially important since they qualify as “verified,” which makes them more credible and impactful on Amazon.
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Thank you for joining me in spreading the inspiring message of Game Changers. Together, we can make a real difference!
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What does it take to overcome challenges, conquer fears, embrace leadership, harness the wisdom of mentors and achieve greatness—not just in sports, but in life?
In Game Changers, Dan Gold shares the powerful stories of extraordinary athletes who defied the odds, broke barriers and accomplished the seemingly impossible. The stories are phenomenal! Filled with electrifying moments, enduring lessons and practical tools, they inspire teens to unlock their potential and tackle challenges with courage, resilience and confidence. We’ll explore:
- Resilience: How Tom Brady, once underestimated, became the NFL’s greatest quarterback through relentless discipline and self-belief.
- Goal-Setting: Explore how Michael Phelps overcame ADHD with focus and determination to win eight gold medals in a single Olympics.
- Character-Building: Witness Abby Wambach’s leadership and team-first mentality in the 2011 Women’s World Cup and her passionate advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.
- Overcoming Adversity: Discover how Serena Williams overcame racism and sexism with determination and her father’s guidance, earning 23 Grand Slam titles.
- Mental Toughness: Study how Michael Jordan masters pressure, learns from failure and overcomes one obstacle after the next to become the GOAT.
- Leadership: Reflect on Jackie Robinson’s courage and leadership as he broke baseball and civil rights barriers, inspiring generations with his dignity and perseverance.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Learn how “Queen Yuna” Kim, South Korea’s figure skating icon, elevated her country globally while advocating for children and disaster relief.
Game Changers weaves these and over forty other exciting stories together to highlight diverse perspectives on confidence, character and success. By creatively comparing their journeys, the book delivers a nuanced understanding of key life lessons.
Through reflective prompts, interactive exercises and actionable steps at the end of each chapter, Game Changers equips readers to introduce these lessons into their own lives. Whether you’re an athlete striving for greatness, a dreamer pursuing big goals or an individual dedicated to building character, this book is your ultimate playbook for personal success.
Exciting News for 'Game Changers' Reviewers!
Leave a Review and Enjoy Exclusive Bonuses!
Share your thoughts on Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories and unlock a free bonus chapter featuring the inspiring story of Pete Gray, the one-armed baseball player who defied the odds to play in the major leagues. As a special thank-you, you’ll also be entered into a drawing to win an authentic, autographed baseball signed by Pete Gray himself!
How to Participate:
- Download and enjoy your advanced copy of Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories from this website.
- Watch your inbox for instructions on how to post your review on Amazon just before the book’s launch on February 14, 2025.
- Leave your review on Amazon.
- Once your review is live, email a screenshot to confirm your review to dangoldauthor@gmail.com.
As a thank you, the author will personally acknowledge your review, send you the Pete Gray bonus chapter and enter your name into the drawing for the autographed baseball.
All reviewers will be entered into the drawing for the authentic autographed Pete Gray baseball.
The winner of the drawing will be announced on April 1, 2025.
Why Participate?
- Exclusive Content: Gain early access to the inspiring story of Pete Gray, a bonus chapter available only to early reviewers.
- Unique Prize: You could own a rare piece of baseball history—an autographed baseball from Pete Gray, the one-armed legend of the game.
Thank you for supporting Game Changers and being part of this journey!
DAN GOLD
About the Author
Dan Gold is a father, friend, forever learner and Fairfield, CT resident. Growing up in the Midwest, his experiences shaped a strong passion for both sports and storytelling. After exploring a couple of professions and learning some valuable life lessons, he has reached the “I’d better write it down” stage in life. Dan’s writing explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, love, relationships and how to lead a more meaningful life. As an author, Dan is focused on creating books that inspire young readers to build confidence, cultivate character, form meaningful connections and aim high.
Author’s Note
I’m Dan Gold,
—an author, storyteller, and father with a passion for inspiring teens, parents, and educators. Through my writing, I aim to empower the next generation with lessons of resilience, character, and growth. Sports have always been more than just games to me—they’re incredible classrooms for life’s most valuable lessons.
This page is my space to connect with you, share updates and insights, and offer behind-the-scenes glimpses of my journey as an author. It’s also where we’ll dive deeper into the powerful themes from my book, Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories, such as:
- Resilience: How athletes rise above setbacks to achieve greatness.
- Teamwork: The strength in collaboration and trusting others.
- Breaking Barriers: Stories of athletes who changed the game—and the world.
- Self-Discovery: Finding purpose and identity through sports.
- Second Chances and Redemption: How athletes turned their lives around.
- Mental Toughness: Staying focused under pressure.
- Handling Failure: Bouncing back stronger after setbacks.
- Diversity: Celebrating achievements from all walks of life.
- Overcoming Personal Obstacles: Facing challenges off the field.
- Life Balance: Managing the pressures of competition and life.
- Navigating Social and Peer Pressure: Choosing integrity over popularity.
- Wisdom from Coaches and Mentors: Lessons that last a lifetime.
- Leadership: Inspiring others on and off the field.
- Overcoming Physical and Mental Challenges: Triumphing against the odds.
- Sportsmanship: Why integrity matters in competition.
- Character Building: Values that go far beyond the game.
- Developing Self-Confidence: Believing in your ability to dream big.
- Growth Over Glory: Embracing the journey, not just the trophy.
DAN GOLD
Sports have a unique power to teach us all, and it’s my hope that these stories will inspire readers to tackle challenges, dream bigger, and cultivate exceptional character—on the field and in life.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. Let’s work together to inspire the next generation to lead with heart, courage, and resilience.
Warm regards,
BOOK SUMMARY AND REVIEW GUIDE
GAME CHANGERS: INSPIRATIONAL SPORTS STORIES
AN EMPOWERING PLAYBOOK FOR TEENS TO BUILD RESILIENCE, CRUSH GOALS AND CULTIVATE EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER
Welcome,
Thanks for agreeing to take a look at my book, Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories.
It’s a collection of great sports stories that go beyond the playing field to highlight perseverance,
resilience and leadership. While the book is aimed at teens and young adults, I hope anyone
can enjoy it.
This isn’t just a book about sports—it’s about the life lessons we can all
learn from athletes who’ve overcome adversity, broken barriers and
inspired millions. From Muhammad Ali’s stand for equality to Venus
Williams’ fight for gender pay equity, Colin Kaepernick’s silent protest,
and Jackie Joyner-Kersee’s legacy of resilience, these stories aim to
inspire young readers to tackle some of life’s tougher challenges
head-on.
I would love for you to consider reading and possibly reviewing the
book. Your insights could help it reach young people (and their parents)
who might need some inspiration. Honest reviews are also key for
helping others decide to give the book a chance. Frankly, the more reviews a book receives, the
higher it climbs in Amazon’s rankings, the better it sells and the greater its impact.
Here’s how you can help:
● Have a look at the book that I send. It’s a free digital version that you can read on a
computer, iPad or phone.
● I also include a book summary—Cliff’s Notes, sort of—that includes some helpful
prompts and keywords to make writing a review quick and easy. It’s not a big lift, I
promise!
● I believe the Amazon launch date will be in about 3-4 weeks. I’ll send you the book’s
review page link when I get the exact date and details. Once it’s launched, you’ll have
three days to post your review and I’d appreciate it if you could post during that time. If
done this way, your review will be what Amazon calls “verified,” which is the most
credible and valuable type of book review. After the three-day window, verified reviews
will be limited to Amazon full-price retail purchase customers.
DAN GOLD
A PERSONAL NOTE !!
Thank you for your support as an advance reader of my First book.
Your willingness to read, engage and provide feedback means a lot.
This project has been a rewarding journey, allowing me to learn
new skills and re”ect on my own path. I’m grateful to have you as
part of the process and hope you !nd value in the book—I’ve
truly enjoyed bringing it to life. The o!cial launch on Amazon
is February 7th, and I’d greatly appreciate it if you’d consider
leaving a review once the book is live. More details are at the end
of this summary .
Thank you again for being a part of this wonderful, second
half of life experience.
With deep appreciation,
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