Jim O'Brien books

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	THE CHIEF - Art Rooney and his Pittsburgh Steelers This book is 496 pages, but has 108 chapters, so the chapters are shorter than usual, making for an easier-to-read book. Plus, there are over 300 photos in this fully illustrated book. Some of the greatest players in Steelers history, many of Art Rooney’s personal favorites, have been interviewed for this revealing reflection on the Steelers’ founder and owner, one of the most colorful figures in sports history. Anyone who cares about Pittsburgh sports, and football in particular, will enjoy this book. You will learn more than you ever knew about the Rooneys and their impact on Pittsburgh and the national sports picture as well. 496 pages, plus reproduced autographs of those featured in book. ISBN # 1-886348-06-5.

	GLORY YEARS - A Century of Excellence Profiles of 35 men and women from the tri-state area who have excelled in some way to become a hero in their hometown. There are stories about “Deacon Dan” Towler, John Woodruff, Ron Necciai, Jackie Sherrill, Dave Hart, Jack Twyman, Gus Suhr, Mace Brown, Mo Scarry, Fran Rogel, Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, Mary Lou Retton, Swin Cash, Bill Fralic, Joe Luxbacher, Roberto Clemente, Michael Jordan, Pete Maravich, and Wilt Chamberlain. 400 pages, 234 classic photographs, plus reproduced autographs. ISBN # 1-886348-05-7.

	FANTASY CAMP - Living the Dream With Maz and the ‘60 Bucs The 1960 World Series champion Pirates were celebrated at Fantasy Camp in January of 2005. Author Jim O’Brien attended the camp and spent an entire week in the clubhouse and dugout with Bill Mazeroski and ten other members of that all-time favorite team. Plus, he interviewed some of the other popular Pirates who were associated with that team in some respect. It’s an update on what’s going on in their lives and their reflections on that wonderful 1960 season. ISBN #1-886348-12-X

	LAMBERT - The Man in the Middle and Other Outstanding Linebackers Jack Lambert remains the most popular of the Pittsburgh Steelers of the ‘70s. He joined the team out of Kent State in 1974 and the Steelers won the first of their four Super Bowls in his rookie season. Lambert symbolized the Steelers of the ‘70s with his aggressive spirit and intensity. These are stories about Lambert, his buddies, his family and former teammates and coaches. There are 496 pages and over 300 photos. ISBN # 1-886348-11-1

	STEELER STUFF- Stories about a championship season and a remarkable journey These are up-close and personal stories of the Steelers who overcame all odds to win Super Bowl XL in Detroit. It features stories about Jerome Bettis, Hines Ward, Ben Roethlisberger, Troy Polamalu, Alan Faneca and Willie Parker, plus stories about others associated with The City of Champions. You won’t believe some of their success stories. 448 pages with over 200 photos. “Hollywood would turn down this script as too hokey.” -- Jerome Bettis ISBN #1-866348-13-8

	With Love and Pride - Portraits of a Pittsburgh Family Author Jim O'Brien writes about the women in his family: His mother, mother-in-law, wife, their two daughters, a granddaughter and a beloved female dog named Bailey. "it's about families - mine and yours," writes O'Brien. It's about the little stuff in our lives, events and challenges we all deal with every day. It's full of laughs and tears. There are stories that will hit home with you. ISBN #1886348-11-1

	Pittsburgh Proud - Celebrating the City's Rich sports History There are Eighty Different stories about some of the most significant sports heroes in the history of Pittsburgh, past and present. There are inside looks at the likes of Sidney Crosby, Mario Lemieux, Troy Polamalu, Ben Roethlisberger, Mike Tomlin, Steve Blass, Willie Stargell, Paul Waner, Pierre Larouche, Angnus Berenato, Dick Groat, and some of the zaniest Steelers' fans, 432 pages and over 300 photos. Hardcover ISBN# 1-886348-14-6

	Hometown Heroes - Profiles in Sports and Spirit A variety of Inspirational Stories about men and women from the tri-state area who excelled in some way to become heroes in their hometowns. Many all-time favorites are profiled. 432 pages and 200 photos. Hardcover ISBN# 1-886348-04-9