TC Tidbit: NBA All-Star AND Children's Author!

Stoudemire is committed to turning kids, especially boys, into readers. In a statement, Stoudemire said, “I decided to write for children because although I am an avid reader now, I wish I had read more as a child. I hope that together with Scholastic, we can creatively inspire a new generation to read.”

The series, for middle-grade readers, will be called STAT: Standing Tall And Talented (named after his nickname)  for middle-grade readers  will be published by Scholastic. The series will be based on his life and the obstacles he overcame to become a successful sports figure.  The first book is due out in August 2012.