The History of Fantasy Sports
And the Stories of the People Who Made It Happen
by Larry Schechter
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Pub Date 4 May 2024 | Archive Date 30 Nov 2024
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Description
Fantasy sports have become as ingrained in American culture as baseball and apple pie. And they have spread worldwide. But the millions who play mostly have no idea about the people and events that created this phenomenon. The History of Fantasy Sports provides the first complete telling of how we got from the spontaneous ideas for games years ago, to the multi-billion-dollar industry of today.
Larry Schechter spent 18 months researching and interviewing dozens of key players to uncover their stories. This reader-friendly book is ready to take its place alongside some of the best in sports history. You will be entertained and inspired by these stories of humble beginnings turned multi-million-dollar enterprises. Schechter does a great job of capturing the passion, obsession, and love of the game behind these businesses.
Advance Praise
"Exhaustively researched, this is the most detailed history of the fantasy sports industry. Despite spending my entire career in the industry, I was enlightened by all the interviews and countless stories throughout the book." PAUL CHARCHIAN, President of the Fantasy Sports Trade Association, 2009-2020
“What sets this book apart is its ability to bridge the gap between historical data and the human elements of the fantasy sports community. Schechter brings to life the pioneers, the landmark moments, and the underlying strategies that have defined the genre. This is a must-read that captures the essence of fantasy sports with the reverence and depth it deserves.” MARK MARIANI, CBS Sports and Turner Sports
“Larry regales us with colorful accounts, many of them direct from the source. This is a must-read for any passionate fantasy sports fan.” TRISTAN COCKCROFT, ESPN.com Senior Fantasy Sports Writer
“This is the definitive history of fantasy sports, capturing the personal stories and business trajectories of the many competing startups and eventual power players. Larry Schechter brings remarkable detail to the then-and-now dynamic of fantasy, from the bootstrapped early years to the multi-billion dollar industry it is today.” JOE LEMIRE, Sports Business Journal
“The History of Fantasy Sports” is a fun look back at how fantasy sports has grown from its infancy into the absolute monster that it is today.” MICHAEL FABIANO, Senior Fantasy Analyst for Sports Illustrated.
“Larry craftily guides readers through fantasy’s ascension in vivid detail. The History of Fantasy Sports is a comprehensive breakdown of the movers, shakers and dealmakers in a hobby that’s transcended sports.” BRAD EVANS, Fantasy Sports Writers Association Hall of Famer
Marketing Plan
The book is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble (POD paperback and eBook), and being distributed through Ingram.
The just released book has already had excerpts published on leading fantasy sports websites, and Larry Schechter has been a featured guest to discuss the book on SiriusXM radio, podcasts, etc.
Due to Schechter's reputation as a "legend" in the Fantasy Sports arena, and the unique nature of this book--nothing like this existed prior to now--and it appeals to all of the millions who play fantasy sports worldwide, Schechter and the book have just begun to get massive mentions, reviews, interviews, and published excerpts throughout both the fantasy sports industry and sportswriters/radio hosts in general.
The book also has an appeal to people interested in history as well as interested in entrepreneurs and business.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798218424718 |
| PRICE | US$24.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 318 |
