about "NEARFALL"

Yes, we've been told by kids themselves and many, many parents, that the books have been enjoyed by members of the family who are not themselves athletic. While the story involves some sports themes the books are mostly about relationships and the challenges of coming of age. Kids who have been bullied seem to appreciate the novels a great deal.

The author was coaching at the time when it became apparent many kids did not like to read the books they were assigned at school. However, there did seem to be interest in reading, if, there were topics and stories tied more directly to teen and young adult life. The author was also acutely aware of the wrestling community's need for more entertainment options and wanted to help fill that void.

Yes! You can request a signed copy, however, personalized copies do have a small extra charge.

We ship anywhere! However, where we ship does affect the shipping rate total cost. In the US, we mail the novels at what is called "media rate." This lowers the cost of shipping but it does delay delivery by a day or two. If you need your purchase more quickly you can choose a different shipping method.

Yes, the author, Joe Reasbeck wrestled at the University of Minnesota for famed coach J Robinson. He later trained for the Olympics in Greco-Roman wrestling. Reasbeck is still involved with this great sport and continues to coach and promote wrestling.

Generally speaking, these are works of fiction. However, there are certainly elements of real events and real people within the author's own experiences and throughout wrestling. That said, any resemblance to any person living or dead is purely coincidence, unless they are a well known public figure within our community or society at large.

There are two currently. However, there will be others. There are five planned.

The story follows the same group of kids from pre-teen to adults. The reader will get to experience the entire ride!

We can't know why entirely, but it could be that the novels seem to engage both boys and girls. The feedback we have gotten is that it is sometimes difficult to find material that will resonate with boys especially. Yet, many boys have written us that they read these novels multiple times.

As of the writing of this FAQ, there is not. However, there will be an e-book version by the end of the first week of December 2024. Audio only should be ready by January 1, 2025.

A few items will be ready before Christmas 2024. However, we are planning an entire line of products.

As an affiliate, you'll earn $6 per book for either yourself or your wrestling program!