Hillsboro Publishing, LLC

Fluffball!

Or, How Five Really Tall Guys and an Immortal Chinese Philosopher Opened the Door to a Parallel Universe and Saved Professional Foam Basketball, More or Less

ISBN-979-8719573595

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"Profitable sports leagues do not just shut down," says FBA Hall of Famer Don Gooding. But on September 30, 1995, that's exactly what happens. The Foam Basketball Association ceases to exist. Gooding joins two other Hall of Famers, the dean of FBA sportswriters, and the league's most promising rookie on a search for answers in this freewheeling and comical satire of professional sports. 

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The Readers Speak...

"Whether you love basketball or you live in a parallel universe, this book is for you. A treat to read.” --Greg Welch

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“Landing blows on owners, players, coaches, advertisers, and the media, Donovan’s satire is a slam dunk.” --Tim Guiden

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“The latest in Donovan’s lineup of engaging, entertaining, and funny stories. Fun, bright, and entertaining.” --Stan Himes

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“Everything I’ve been wanting to read in a book for a long, long time. I’m now wishing the FBA was a real thing!” --Scott Dreher

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“Donovan’s most hilarious outing yet, Fluffball! introduces readers to nation’s weirdest team sport and the crazies who dreamed it up. Sports fan or no, grab a copy—it’s engaging, enlightening, and entertaining as hell!” --Mark Lunde

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"Like other material by the author, it’s worth a read, and then another read. Once to enjoy the expert storytelling and a second to pick up the subtle throwaway lines that often carry the biggest laughs. Any time you can take a glimpse inside the inner workings of a mind like John Donovan’s, it’s well worth your time." --Karen Swanson

 

“Literally laughed out loud.” --Julie Lasche Brown