Athletes Who Are Also Bestselling Authors

Many athletes have captivating stories to tell. Some of them end up sharing their personal journey to sports fame and becoming bestselling authors in the process. 

Sports stars from every background have been able to land on the New York Times bestsellers list. Their books become cherished keepsakes for their fans and help them generate even more publicity. 

Dara Torres
    Four-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Best-Selling Author and Motivational...
$30,000 - $50,000
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Abby Wambach
    American Soccer Icon
$100,000 or More
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Michael Oher
    Former NFL Offensive Lineman Whose Story Inspired The Blindside
$30,000 - $50,000
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Tim Tebow
    Athlete, Philanthropist, and Renowned Keynote Speaker
$50,000 - $100,000
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Tom Brady
    Seven-Time Super Bowl Champion Quarterback
$100,000 or More
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Mike Matheny
    Four-Time Gold Glove Winning Catcher and Former Manager of the St. Lou...
$10,000 - $20,000
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Simone Biles
    Most Accomplished Olympic Gymnast of All-time
$100,000 or More
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Rick Ankiel
    Former MLB Pitcher and Outfielder
$10,000 - $20,000
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Tim Howard
    U.S. Goalkeeper
$50,000 - $100,000
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Drew Brees
    Retired 13-Time Pro Bowl Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints
$100,000 or More
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Andre Agassi
    Eight-Time Grand Slam Tennis Champion
$100,000 or More
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Rafael Nadal
    Retired Former World Number One Tennis Player
$100,000 or More
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Bethany Hamilton
    Professional Surfer and Christian Speaker
$30,000 - $50,000
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Joe Torre
    Retired All-Star Player, Hall of Fame Manager and New York Yankees Leg...
$50,000 - $100,000
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Tony Dungy
    Pro Football Hall of Fame and Super Bowl Champion Coach
$100,000 or More
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Jose Canseco
    Former MLB Designated Hitter
$10,000 - $20,000
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John McEnroe
    Former World Number One Tennis Player
$100,000 or More
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Lance Armstrong
    Former World Class Cyclist
$50,000 - $100,000
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Julian Edelman
    Retired Three-Time Super Bowl Champion Wide Receiver for the New Engla...
$50,000 - $100,000
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Dale Earnhardt Jr.
    Two-Time Daytona 500 Winner
$100,000 or More
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