Take Your Shot is a colorful paperback children's book about self-determination and perseverance to gain acceptance and friendship through the game of basketball. The author's real-life experience growing up as an outsider inspired the story.The blurb of the book reads: Little Reed loves to play basketball so much he dreams of it. The problem is that Reed is not the neighborhood's fastest, tallest, or strongest player. Reed decides to practice and practice but will his dedication and hard work be enough? Journey with Reed on his pursuit of becoming part of a great team. Dribble to the front of the book and start reading to find out if Little Reed dares to Take His Shot.