In The Boldness of Boys, Strong she solicits essays and anecdotes from famous men who share their own personal insights about growing up. The list of contributors is varied and impressive — all are trailblazers who have won success on their own terms. Among the 40 men included are Colin Powell, Jay Leno, Martin Luther King, Jr., Ansel Adams, Christopher Reeve, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Magic Johnson, Nelson Mandela, and Senator John McCain. Chapters focus on relevant issues such as school, parents, adversity, challenges, mentors, and perseverance. Through each story, the underlying message empowers young readers to know that we all face challenges in life, but with persistence and courage, we can achieve our greatest dreams.
Published in 2003, Andrews McMeel Publishing. Copies available here.