Slobberknocker

Written by Jim Ross, Paul O'Brien and Scott E. Williams

Narrated by Jim Ross and R.C. Bray

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 saw it on his grandparent’s 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 towards 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. Readers 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 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!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Novel Audio
• Release date: Oct 3, 2017
• ISBN: 9781518967405

Jim Ross

Jim Ross is managing editor of the Ocala Star-Banner and an adjunct instructor in the Department of Journalism at the University of Florida.

[Gered Andrews · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Learned more about wrestling listening to this book than I had previously known. JR is one helluva man. His style and delivery are one of a kind. I have watched/listened to this man for my entire life and I absolutely cannot get enough of his stories and the way he delivers them. Truly a man who is talented, amazing and one of a kind. Much love and respect to you good sir.

[Sam Arias · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a great book, the only problem is that it wasn’t long enough! I would highly recommend it to anyone who’s interested in learning about how pro wrestling became what it is today from someone who helped mould it.

[themi6 Bot · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very interesting and detailed account of his life up to WWF era. Must read for wrestling fans as there's some hektic juicy stories inside!

[Rodney & Rachel McPeters · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love hearing about the good ol'days of wrestling, brought back many memories.

[Tawfique · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book from someone I respect so much. A must read for all Wrestling fans.

[Chris Bailey · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Takes a while to get going but overall Ross delivers a very credible and enjoyable Wrestling autobiography. If you like wrestling books then this one will not disappoint. For old school wrestling fans this one is a crowd pleaser!

[Alex Houchens · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A really well thought out book narrated by the man himself, Jim Ross. Well paced, never felt like it dragged or went by too fast. I learned more about this great announcer than I ever realized and he’s truly lived a great life. This covers his childhood up to WWF WrestleMania 15. Worth a read for any wrestling fan.

[Kylie Miracle · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I grew up a huge wrestling fan of the WWF. I've always been fond of Jim Ross and had a lot of respect for him. Honestly, my enjoyment of the content came mostly from the commentary between him and Lawler. It was nice to take a look into his life and what lead him to be one of the best entertainment commentators of our time.

[Chris Anderson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A true treasure to any fan of the wrestling business!