About the Book

This is a book for boys, boys who love basketball. It is a story about a twelve year old boy who did the impossible, thanks to a pair of magic shoes.

Setting and Characters

The story takes place in the projects of Memphis, Tennessee. Growing up in the projects of Memphis is hard, but it can also be fun! Every boy plays basketball, and every boy dreams of becoming an NBA star. This includes a little boy called Little A. However, Little A had a secret. You see, Little A was given a pair of magic shoes; shoes once worn by Mr. Boom-Boom. And this is what the story is all about. It is about a young boy, Little A, an old black man, Mr. Boom-Boom, and the story he tells about a pair of magic shoes.

Invitation to Read

As you read this story, just follow the magic shoes. They’ll take you to the end. They will also take you back to the beginning of a very magical story.