Tim Crothers Book order (chronological)

Tim Crothers is a former senior writer for Sports Illustrated. His writing focuses on inspirational sports stories, often profiling extraordinary individual achievements and their journeys to success. His work is characterized by a deep dive into the lives of his subjects, revealing their motivations, challenges, and triumphs.

The Queen of Katwe
A Story of Life, Chess, and One Extraordinary Girl's Dream of Becoming a Grandmaster
224 pages
8 hours of reading
Based on a popular "ESPN Magazine" article, optioned by Disney filmsNthe astonishing true story of Phiona Mutesi, a teenager from the slums of Kampala, Uganda, who, inspired by an unlikely mentor, a war refugee turned missionary, becomes an international chess champion.
2012
3.8

The Queen of Katwe