No-No Nolan Ryan: The King of K's

"No-No Nolan Ryan: The King of K's" is a rhyming picture book story by author A.J. Chilson. It takes readers on an incredible journey of Nolan's remarkable baseball career. From the small town of Refugio, Texas where Nolan was born, to Cooperstown, New York where his Hall of Fame plaque is on display. Along the way, he made great friends, including Gene Autry and George W. Bush. But Nolan also found enemies, including Robin Ventura. In between, he strikes out batters as famous as Rickey Henderson, who went down for Nolan's historic 5,000th strikeout. This book is published as the 30th anniversary of Nolan's impressive seventh no-hitter is nearing, a feat that will most likely never be broken. Other hard-to-reach records are also discussed, including most career strikeouts, as well as most years pitched. Young readers will get it all in this book, which should serve as a keepsake for those of all ages who not only love the great game of baseball, but also an outstanding Texan for all-time -- Nolan Ryan.

(Named the winner of the 2022 Judge Nelson Wolff Award by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.)