Smarty Marty Takes the Field

***Smarty Marty Takes the Field* is an inspiring picture book from Emmy Award-winning sports journalist Amy Gutierrez-better known as Amy G-and award-winning author/illustrator Anika Orrock about the courage it takes to break down gender barriers in the world of sports and beyond.** **Special Interview with Alyssa Nakken** Having proven her baseball chops in *Smarty Marty's Got Game*, this time Marty is making a play for manager, something no girl has ever done in her town's Little League history. Unfortunately, not everyone thinks she can do it, but a chance encounter with a very special trailblazer gives her the courage to turn her fear into opportunity. Complete with plenty of baseball knowledge and go-get-'em-girl empowerment, this story is sure to inspire young readers to ask themselves, "If not you, who?" Smarty Marty series *Smarty Marty's Got Game* (#1) illustrated by Adam McCauley *Smarty Marty Steps Up Her Game* (#2) illustrated by Ariana Killora *Smarty Marty Takes the Field* (#3) illustrated by Anika Orrock Also available: *Smarty Marty's Official Gameday Sourcebook*