Special Thanks
This book would not have been possible without the generous support of the following friends and family members: Dr. Agnes Quinones, Albert Rodriguez and Family, Amado Vargas, Andy Adames, Angel and Johanna Robles, Angel Santana, Angie and Carmelo Medina, Anthoney Rodriguez, Bill Rivera, Dr. Brett Rayford, Brian J. Mongelluzzo, Phil Mongelluzzo, MD, Carlos Hernandez, Chris D'Orso, David Burgos, Edwin Rodriguez and Family, Elaine Dreher, Felito Febles, Fernando Muñiz, Frank and Barbara Martin, Fred Vargas, Gerry and Hilda Reyes, Gilberto Santiago, Gustavo Guevara, Izzy Santiago, Janet Gonzalez, Javier Alvarado, Jerry Padula, Jimmy Padilla, Joel Rosario, Johnny "Coach" Callas, Luis Rodriguez, Marc and Cherie Agresti, Marcus Stallworth, Maria Pastorelli, Maribel Vazquez, Marina Pomales, Maritza Acosta, Michael Moore, Nancy and Junior Gonzalez, Nelson and Joelyn Leon, Paul and Thomas Martelli, Qur-an Webb, Rafael Melendez, Remi Acosta, Richard Ortiz and Family, The Kaletsky Family, Robert and Shannel Davis, Sam Rush, Tavis O. Tindall, Timothy Keefe, Tony Rodriguez, Victor Diaz, Will Rivera, Yari Duran, and those who wish to remain anonymous. Thank you! I am forever grateful to you all for believing in me and my dreams.
Special, Special Thanks to Marva Allen, Co-Owner of Hue-Man Bookstore
This book would have never existed had it not been for Marva Allen's kindness. Marva is the co-owner of Hue-Man Bookstore in Harlem, NY. On December 1, 2004, Muhammad Ali was promoting his new book the Soul of a Butterfly with his daughter, Hana. Given that Muhammad rarely does public appearances, this event was limited to only 200 tickets. After seeing this same meet & greet for bid on a popular online auction site, I called Hue-Man Bookstore to confirm Ali's appearance. I was told by the person on the other end that the event was sold-out. I explained to the customer service representative that I really wanted to attend. She kindly apologized and informed me to try again. After numerous phone calls to the bookstore, the person on the other end (Marva - I later learned) said, "because of your determination, ya don't quit. I am going to give you my ticket." I couldn't believe what I just heard. You have to read the book to learn what else happens.
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On Saturday, August 29, 2009, I was re-united with Marva Allen and Hue-Man Bookstore in Harlem, NY. Although the group was small, the moment was large.
Special Message to Marva:
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Giving me the opportunity to meet my hero Muhammad Ali and to allow me to bring my son, Jo-Jo, is a memory and experience we will cherish the rest of our lives. As a fatherless child, I try every single day of my life to be the dad, my dad was not. Thank you! I am forever grateful. Peace and Love, felix
Photo inset:
On Saturday, August 29, 2009, I was re-united with Marva Allen and Hue-Man Bookstore in Harlem, NY. Although the group was small, the moment was large.
Special Message to Marva:
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Giving me the opportunity to meet my hero Muhammad Ali and to allow me to bring my son, Jo-Jo, is a memory and experience we will cherish the rest of our lives. As a fatherless child, I try every single day of my life to be the dad, my dad was not. Thank you! I am forever grateful. Peace and Love, felix
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DAD, ME, and MUHAMMAD ALI: A Father and Son Story
Felix Manuel Rodriguez
Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 978-1-9362-3653-4 (sc)
ISBN: 978-1-9362-3654-1 (ebk)
Trade paperback
Re-released Date: March 2011
108 pages
$9.95 paperback
$9.95 e-book
6x9 trim size
Available order from: iUniverse.com, Barnes and Noble.com, Amazon.com, and local bookstores.
Felix Manuel Rodriguez
Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 978-1-9362-3653-4 (sc)
ISBN: 978-1-9362-3654-1 (ebk)
Trade paperback
Re-released Date: March 2011
108 pages
$9.95 paperback
$9.95 e-book
6x9 trim size
Available order from: iUniverse.com, Barnes and Noble.com, Amazon.com, and local bookstores.
