2019: Final Bell
Mike Mooneyham (Evening Post Books)
"Final Bell is an insightful collection by Mike Mooneyham, a longtime wrestling journalist renowned for his obituaries—he’s the best “obit man” in a field that also features Dave Meltzer, Greg Oliver, and David Shoemaker—and career-spanning coverage of professional wrestling. Having penned hundreds of wrestling obituaries and a legendary column for Charleston's Post and Courier, Mooneyham's deep connections to the sport and its history are evident in his writing. This book compiles some of his most memorable pieces, offering readers a window into the lives and legacies of wrestling's greatest figures. Mooneyham's work not only documents the careers of these athletes but also uses his vast archive of interview material to efficiently and effectively tell the human stories behind their public personas." - Oliver Lee Bateman