Because that's the real success-loving the process of becoming the best version of yourself and getting 1 percent better every day. And last, the journey of being successful. We talked about, hope, belief, addressing trauma, loss, love, people being editing out your life, and bullying. We talked about anything and everything that a kid could be going through. What's real out here, and what's current. Before you can change the narrative, you have to define reality.
Think about some of the classics- "Outsiders," "The Great Gatsby," "To Kill a Mockingbird," I was looking at all that stuff. When you're writing or telling your truth, you're trying to make a passionate connection with the reader. Zenger: What do you hope readers take away from Shot Clock?īutler: First, you have to define reality. I'm looking forward to seeing people up close and personal, fielding the questions and giving authentic answers. To be able to go to Houston, Maryland, and Atlanta, touch base in D.C., and Cleveland, as well as travel with Justin, is going to be exciting. And I'm happy it starts in my hometown of Racine, Wisconsin. Zenger: Are you looking forward to September's book tour?īutler: I am. They found a way to impact the community. You have kids who are great with numbers, kids who are great with execution, and kids that are gifted and found their niche in other areas. These individuals are coming from all walks of life. That's why I feel Shot Clock is so special-it's not just about basketball. Will this morph into other books, either basketball or real-life situations?īutler: Real-life situations. Zenger: Shot Clock is being called a series.
But when you're telling stories, they gotta be so real and transparent. It's so easy to write about yourself because it is your reality. Then, Justin taught me a lot of lessons in writing. I took the pros and cons of their situation. Some guys from the program are five characters in one. How different was this process, grounded in real situations but with fictional characters?īutler: It was different and the same because, I had a program, "The Butler League Program." I had a lot of characters, and I pulled situations from their realities. Zenger: With your first book, Tuff Juice, it was your autobiography. Justin got that narrative immediately, and that's what made it a great partnership. I wanted to impact those individuals and let them know that no matter what the ceilings are, you can break through. He knew exactly what I was trying to say, the message I was trying to get across, and how important these community characters were. The book has been authored by NBA coach Caron Butler along with YA author Justin A. “Shot Clock” takes direct aim at the issues faced by African American youth, while providing them an exit strategy. The chemistry we had, the pick-n-roll was easy, the layup was easy, and we knew that we could do something special together. Does co-writing a book require a lot of chemistry?īutler: Yes, but some chemistry flows like water, some chemistry is a little forced, and some chemistry just doesn't work. I have interviewed musicians that explain the ideology behind co-writing a song. Zenger: You linked up with Reynolds to write this book.
Having done that with Justin, that sweat equity and completion are special. It's the same way with writing and creating a book. To see that come to fruition is a dream of mine. My ultimate goal is to continue to win, eventually win an NBA championship. First, it's an idea in your head, and then following through and finally seeing it published. Zenger: Why does discussing your new book Shot Clock bring you such joy?īutler: It's finally completed. Shot Clock is a look back, while providing a motivational story to get out of the hood and chase your dreams.īutler talks about Shot Clock and future projects with Zenger. Caron Butlerīefore the two-time NBA All-Star and World Champion (with the Dallas Mavericks) became an icon on the court, he was a troubled youth. Miami Heat assistant coach Caron Butler adds author to his resume with the release of his new YA book, “Shot Clock.” He has co-authored the book with YA author Justin A.
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