Books by Seth Burkett
Seth Burkett grew up in Stamford, Lincolnshire. Upon leaving school he moved to Brazil to play professional football. His first book, The Boy in Brazil, documents a remarkable season in Sorriso and was shortlisted for the 2015 British Sport Book Awards. Following this, Seth collaborated with England futsal manager Michael Skubala to create Developing the Modern Footballer Through Futsal. Most recently, Seth has ghostwritten the narrative of Neil Beasley - Football's Coming Out - which was longlisted for the 2016 William Hill Sports Book of the Year. He now lives in London and has recently released his first book aimed at younger readers: No Final Whistle.
978-0992658526
The Boy in Brazil
When Seth Burkett travelled to Brazil for a youth tournament with his local team Stamford, he was stunned by what happened next. Spotted by a scout, he accepted an offer to join Sorriso Esporte Clube in the central state of Mato Grosso and became a media celebrity as well as the only English professional in the football-crazy country.
978-0992658564
Football's Coming Out
BEING gay in football - as fan or player - is to risk the homophobia that has run through the game for years. Neil Beasley tells honestly of the pains of growing up gay in the sport and fighting for his right to enjoy the game he loves without prejudice.
978-0995586154
No Final Whistle
Alfie Bennett is going to be a superstar. He is absolutely sure of it. Every second of his life is dedicated to football. And when he gets signed up by the famous Borough Academy, it looks as if he's well and truly on the way to achieving his dream. Yet life at Borough isn't all that it seems...
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