Idan Ravin Knihy

Where do the best basketball players in the world turn when they want to improve their game? Whom does a future NBA Hall of Famer thank at his press conference when he's named Rookie of the Year? Who is it that Sports Illustrated, The Wall Street Journal, and Men's Journal all call the Hoops Whisperer.' It is Idan Ravin. Here he shares the fascinating story of how he transformed a passion for the game into working with iconic basketball stars. He offers a rare, unguarded glimpse inside the lives of these great athletes, drawn from his connections with them.'

I published, It Takes Patience, during these challenging times with the hope it inspires children to find their 'voice', adults to rekindle their past and soak in the nostalgia, and families to connect meaningfully. The story is told through the eyes of seven-year-old Patience, multiracial and living in a small town in Appalachia, as she learns resilience, creativity, passion, and self-reliance through her own self-discovery. The book is particularly meaningful as it explores diversity and inclusion; offers a creative outlet for children and emphasizes their empowerment and mindfulness; features a strong intergenerational and matrilineally focused home; and promotes the lesson of self-improvement through struggle, resilience, and passion.