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Slobberknocker

By: Jim Ross, Paul O'Brien
Narrated by: Jim Ross, R.C. Bray
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There are few people who have been in the wrestling business longer than Jim Ross. And those who have made it as long as he has (half a century to be exact) probably made enemies or burned bridges. But that's just not JR.

Slobberknocker is the story of how an Oklahoman farm kid with a vivid imagination and seemingly unattainable dreams became "The Voice of Wrestling" to record TV audiences and millions of fans around the world.

Jim opens up about his life as an only child on a working farm, who became obsessed with professional wrestling having first seen it on his grandparents' TV. Even though the wrestling business was notoriously secretive and wary of "outsiders", he somehow got a foot in the door to start a historic career, one where he held almost every job in the business - from putting up the ring to calling matches, from driving his blind, drunk boss toward revenge to consoling two naked 600-pound brothers in the shower room after a rough match.

With all those adventures and responsibilities, he's also recognized as the man who built and nurtured a once-in-a-generation talent roster that took the WWE to new heights, including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Brock Lesnar, and The Rock, to name a few. Listeners will finally get the opportunity to hear never-before-told stories about the politics, wackiness, and personalities of all the biggest stars.

But this isn't just a wrestling story. It's a story about overcoming adversity and achieving your dreams, as success did not come without significant costs and unforeseen challenges to JR, including multiple bouts of severe facial paralysis called Bell's palsy. Currently he is the host of the podcast The Ross Report.

Any fan of wrestling- from the territory days to today - will be enthralled with stories from the road and behind the scenes. Slobberknocker is the first time Ross tells his story - and you don't want to miss it!

©2017 Jim Ross with Paul O'Brien (P)2017 Novel Audio Inc.

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Somewhat disappointed

Jim is the greatest announcer of all time for sure! I felt the book didn’t really go in depth about the wrestling business. I wanted more stories and behind the scenes stuff. It only covers his career up until WrestleMania 15. To Jim’s credit his career was so long so it would be hard to cover everything. Maybe a second book coming later? Hopefully! I would recommend this book for the wrestling fan who grew up listening and watching Jim. Over all I would give this book a 6 out of 10.

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Simply a blast from the past.

Good ol’ J.R. Has been the voice of my childhood. I have never enjoyed a book as much as I did this one. Even though you will never see this, thank you J.R.
Not only for sharing your story but reminding me to never give up. This is a must for any wrestling fan!

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A real Slobberknocker!!

A truly great story about one of pro wrestling’s all time greats. I can’t wait for the next one and to hear more!!

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Better than it should be.

It is awkward listening to JR read his story at first. He is such a natural story teller it feels odd listening to him read as opposed too his free flowing podcast. Excellent stories will carry you through easily and it isn't the worst reading I've heard by far. More inside shop than I thought the company man would go and better than it should be lol.

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Absolutely fantastic!

Sometimes, you just know that something is going to be good and feel validated when you find out that you were right. When I heard that Jim Ross' 'Slobberknocker' would be coming out as an audiobook I immediately got excited. I figured there was no way this could turn out as anything other than fantastic and am happy to say I was right.

The story is engaging throughout, moving from thought provoking to laugh out loud funny to full of real emotion as smoothly as the best car ride.

The narration is wonderful as you'd expect from someone who is used to using his voice to tell stories meant to captivate an audience. Just like when he does commentary, JR knows the notes he needs to hit and when and always has the appropriate tone for the story he's telling.

Jim Ross is not a perfect man, nobody is and he never claims to be, but he is honest when describing his failings and regrets.

If you're a wrestling fan, this is a must listen. If you admire people who are willing to chase their dream no matter the cost and those who have overcome many obstacles along life's journey then you will also find it compelling.

The book ends at WrestleMania XV in 1999 which means that there are still many more stories to tell. 'Slobberknocker' sets a high bar for any books that will follow but if anyone is up to the task it is Good Ol JR.

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Ross Reports

From territories to Titan Towers, JR delivers. Good God nothing can break him in half.

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Blown away!

You never know what to expect with wrestling books. However, JR told his tales and pulled no punches. (I’d expect nothing less) I felt honored to go along for the ride.

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The Legend himself voiced his own story.

Whether you’re a wrestling fan. Or someone who appreciates hearing about overcoming adversity and following ones dreams,JR sits down with you and shares a portion of his life. Looking forward to hearing the sequels to this fine book.

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JRs abilities to tell a story are second to none!

JR is the best commentator ever, no debate! His ability to tell a story, is highlighted here, in this audiobook of his life/career. He will keep you entertained and captivated in this autobiographical audio book. I grew up to this man being the heart of every WWF/WWE show and it was so special to hear him tell this story in such great detail. 5/5 all around!

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Good Ol’ JR

Hearing JR tell the stories was just a damn delight but each story was just seemingly an overview of what happened. Each chapter is its own small story and there is sadly just a lack of context or depth to far too many of them.

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