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"James Guttman provides an intelligent look at the sport, and the people behind their ring images, showing them in human terms." —Shelf Life

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Featuring original interviews from the author’s webcast, this wrestling reference is an all-access, behind-the-scenes look at professional wrestling. More than 100 of its most-beloved stars reveal the truth behind the sometimes-twisted business of sports entertainment, making startling revelations about the way the industry truly works—the desperation that some stars face in a world that’s constantly looking for the next big thing, the pitfalls created and falsehoods spread by wrestling news sources, and what it all really means for grapplers and fans. And for the first time, this investigation offers juicy gossip about the stars. Questions such as Who’s the nicest guest off-air, and who was the most abrasive? What’s the inside scoop on the Ole Anderson shoot? and What were crazy pre-interview conversations really like? are all answered in this firsthand account about the madness that surrounds this explosive sport.

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Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Ecw Press (December 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1550228366
ISBN-13: 978-1550228366
Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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1.0 out of 5 stars One of the worst wrestling books I have ever read, December 5, 2008

By	Marshall Newman - See all my reviews

This was without a doubt one of the worst wrestling books I have ever read. It's a stretch to even call it a wrestling book because James spends so much time talking about himself. Did you know that James's website started after he wrote his first book? Did you know that he really enjoyed talking to Eric Bischoff? Did you know that he wasn't as prepared to interview Ole Anderson as he could have been? If tidbits like those sound interesting, then you'll love this book. But if you're looking for a wrestling book that actually focuses on wrestling, steer clear.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Just a written infomercial for the radio show, First book was better, November 15, 2008

By	KD (MN) - See all my reviews

I absolutely loved the first book. I thought it was right on the money. So I ordered the book thinking it would be full of tidbits and quotes from wrestlers. Well it is not. Instead a bunch of chapters teasing it. In fact it just talks about how the website came into being, how the interviewer actually tapes an interview, and why he now has to charge money. OK, not bad stuff, but I paid for this book to hear about shoot quotes from the wrestlers. There are a few but not as much as you would think. Not until the end of the book do you get those quotes. Also he changed his tone again from the last book. The book constantly talks about how he had to track these wrestlers and promoters down to get a great interview. I read on to get a snippet and nothing. So the title and the book is nothing more than a major tease. The only real section with quotes is toward the end of the book. I would buy his first book which I am a huge fan of, I would pass on this one. Not what the title implies, you are basically buying a tease book to plug his radio show which you will have to pay for. To of course hear the interviews he teases you with in the book.

This is a edit to this review. There is a review stating that a person is a longtime fan of the author's writings. However there is only one other book he has released.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must-read for every pro wrestling fan..., November 17, 2008

By	Mallory Mahling (Alabama) - See all my reviews

As a long-time fan of James Guttman's writing, it was a given that "Shoot First, Ask Questions Later" would be an awesome book. In fact, with James' conversational style of writing, the book is very much a page-turner.

Ever wonder what the superstars are really like? It will suprise you and make you smile. And by the time you finish the book, you will have a whole new appreciation for pro wrestling and pro wrestlers.

He also tackles some serious subjects, too, and his thoughts on the sad Benoit situation were some of the most insightful written on the subject.

His insider stories behind the Bad News Brown, Ahmed Johnson and Shawn Stasiak interviews touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes.

I see this book as a companion to the ClubWWI.com interviews. You don't even have to listen to the interviews to enjoy this book.

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