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One of WWE’s most unlikely champions of all time and also one of its most popular, Bryan has proved to the world and to all of WWE that looks can be deceiving. Just ask anyone who’s ever underestimated him...right before he went out and whipped the WWE Universe into a frenzy. This is Bryan’s behind-the-scenes story told for the first time ever by the “YES!” Man himself––from his beginnings as a child wanting to wrestle to his ten years circling the globe on the independent circuit and his remarkable climb to the upper ranks of WWE. As the biggest week of his life unfolds, Aberdeen, Washington’s bearded son reflects in full detail on his incredible path to the top and gives his take on the events that have shaped him. With his Bryanized blend of modesty and surprising candor, Daniel pulls no punches (or martial arts kicks) as he reveals his true thoughts on his evolution as a performer, his various roles in WWE versus the independent years, life on the road, at home, and much more. And he reveals the untold story surrounding the “YES!” chant that evolved to full-fledged movement, skyrocketing his career. This audiobook chronicles all the hard work, values, influences, unique life choices, and more, leading to his watershed week at WrestleMania 30. You won’t want to miss it. Yes! We’re sure about this. DANIEL BRYAN (aka Bryan Danielson) is a WWE Superstar, three-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, one-time World Heavyweight, Intercontinental, and United States Champion, and 2013 Slammy Award–winning Superstar of the Year. Bryan is world renowned for his signature offensive style, a mix of Japanese and American moves, including the “YES!” Lock named after his popular, fan-driven “YES!” Movement. Bryan is married to WWE Diva and Total Divas star Brie Bella. CRAIG TELLO is the author of several WWE Books titles and is WWE.com’s executive editor, celebrating ten years as a WWE employee in 2015. A past contributor to NPR, Marvel Entertainment, and more, he resides in Stamford, Connecticut, with his wife and new daughter. Running Time: Approx. 5 Hours • Unabridged © 2015 by WWE ൿ 2015 by Macmillan Audio, 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Cover design by Franco Malagisi • Cover Photograph © 2015 WWE. www.macmillanaudio.com 32599 Playaway preloaded audiobooks are the best way to listen, unplugged and uninterrupted. WWW.PLAYAWAY.COM © 2015 Playaway. Patented. All rights reserved. Designed in Ohio. Made in China. .

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