D. L. Sloat, author of the Chuck Cory Story trilogy, has transformed the sports book genre by introducing universal themes that teenagers often explore in their ELA classes and in their personal lives. Hardwood Hacker primarily tackles bullying, friendship, and dis-crimination. D. L. also holds a soft spot in his heart for reluctant readers. In fact, he initially wrote Hardwood Hacker for his son, who much like Chuck, can usually be found kicking or throwing his sports balls outside and inside the house. You can follow D. L. Sloat on Twitter or Facebook. Twitter.com/DLSloat_author Facebook.com/dlsloat/
