Cowboy Up by Jake Maddox

Cowboy Up

Jake Maddox

Capstone · Paperback · July 1, 2011

Jake is the best bull rider in his division.

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Who it’s for
A competition spill challenges Jake's confidence as much as his injured arm.
Themes
Overcoming fear, Confidence after a setback, Perseverance
Genres
Self-Esteem & Resilience, Extreme Sports

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About this book

Jake is the best bull rider in his division. He's never been thrown from a bull and doesn't see that changing anytime soon. But when he takes a bad spill during competition, he hurts more than just his arm. His confidence takes a hit, as well. Jake has to learn to cowboy up and overcome his fear before he can ride again.

Bull Riding and Confidence

A competition spill challenges Jake's confidence as much as his injured arm.

Come here for

  • Jake's standing as the best bull rider in his division
  • A competition spill that affects his arm and confidence

Expect

  • Fear becomes part of Jake's path back to riding
  • Confidence and an injured arm both shape the challenge

Where it sits

Extreme Sports39%
Self-Esteem & Resilience29%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Boys & Men
  • Farm & Ranch Life
  • Extreme Sports
  • Self-Esteem & Resilience
Authors
Jake Maddox
Publisher
Capstone
Published
July 1, 2011
Format
Paperback
Theme
Overcoming fear · Confidence after a setback · Perseverance
Reading lane
Boys & Men