Graphic Novel Spotlights Mysterious Life of Legendary Brooklyn Basketball Star
Briefly

"Whatever Happened to Frankie King?" is a compelling graphic novel that captures the unexpected journey of a Brooklyn basketball star who abandoned his promising career to become a prolific author of 43 books, showcasing a unique story of reinvention and creativity.
Eli Neugeboren expressed, "It had been a goal, a dream, an aspiration of ours for almost a decade to collaborate on something in a graphic novel,” emphasizing the desire for artistic collaboration between father and son.
Jay Neugeboren revealed, "He was the greatest ballplayer I ever saw," discussing his legendary recollection of Frankie King who captivated basketball enthusiasts in the 1950s.
Jay commented, "Basketball has always been a city game... But, you can always find a schoolyard and there will always be a basket around," highlighting the accessibility and cultural significance of basketball in urban environments.
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