Sports Close-Up Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Sports Close-Up books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Johnny Unitas and the Long Pass
Buy on Amazon1972
Willie Mays, Most Valuable Player
Buy on Amazon1972
Fran Tarkenton, Scrambling Quarterback
Buy on Amazon1973
Bobby Orr, Star On Ice
Buy on Amazon1973
Ernie Banks, Home Run Slugger
Buy on Amazon1973
Roberto Clemente and the World Series Upset
Buy on Amazon1973
Gale Sayers, Star Running Back
Buy on Amazon1973
Bobby Hull, Hockey's Golden Jet
Buy on Amazon1974
Billie Jean King, Tennis Champion
Buy on Amazon1974
Hank Aaron Clinches The Pennant
Buy on Amazon1974
O.J. Simpson
Buy on Amazon1974
Evel Knievel, Daredevil Stuntman
Buy on Amazon1975
Janet Lynn, Figure Skating Star
Buy on Amazon1975
Chris Evert
Buy on Amazon1975
Muhammad Ali, Boxing Superstar
Buy on Amazon1975
Frank Robinson
Buy on Amazon1975
Phil Esposito, The Big Bruin
Buy on Amazon1975
Arthur Ashe, Dark Star Of Tennis
Buy on Amazon1975
Evonne Goolagong
Buy on Amazon1975
Pelé, World Soccer Star
Buy on Amazon1977
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Sports Close-Up series is publication order: 1. Johnny Unitas and the Long Pass (1972), 2. Willie Mays, Most Valuable Player (1972), 3. Fran Tarkenton, Scrambling Quarterback (1973), 4. Bobby Orr, Star On Ice (1973), 5. Ernie Banks, Home Run Slugger (1973), and 15 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Sports Close-Up series by Julian May contains 20 books. The series began in 1972 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Sports Close-Up series is written by Julian May. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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