Book Series · 4 Books

King of the Bench Books

In order from No Fear! to Comeback Kid.

The King of the Bench series is a set of 4 chapter books by Steve Moore, published between 2017 and 2018. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 220 pages.

No Fear!
Control Freak
Kicking & Screaming
Comeback Kid
No Fear!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

No Fear!
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$1399
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

No Fear!

By Steve Moore

A bench-warmer must conquer his fear of fastballs to join the game.

224 pages
Hardcover
Summary: Steve, the ultimate bench-warmer, faces a new challenge: bean-o-phobia. As he tries out for the middle school baseball team, his fear of getting hit by a pitch threatens to keep him sidelined. Can Steve find the courage to step up to the plate and prove he's more than just a bench-warmer? Discover the hilarious and heartfelt journey of a true underdog.
In reading order

King of the Bench Series

4 books · Published 2017–2018

#1
No Fear!
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1399

No Fear!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A bench-warmer must conquer his fear of fastballs to join the game.

Control Freak
Series
Sale price
$1348

Control Freak

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A benchwarmer discovers a game controller that might change his sports fate.

#3
Kicking & Screaming
#3 in Series
Sale price
$1348

Kicking & Screaming

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Reluctant player faces unexpected challenges on the soccer field.

#4
Comeback Kid
#4 in Series
Sale price
$1348

Comeback Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

A benchwarmer's secret ritual could change the game.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the King of the Bench series?

There are 4 books in the King of the Bench series. It began with No Fear! in 2017, and the newest book, Comeback Kid, was published in 2018.

What order should you read the King of the Bench books in?

Start with No Fear! and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.

What ages are the King of the Bench books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring King of the Bench to life.

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Steve Moore

Author & Illustrator

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