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The movie, A League of Their Own, is one of the most beloved baseball movies of all time. Erin Carlson takes us on a journey into the story behind the World War II era all-female baseball league and the making of Penny Marshall’s film. Erin shares untold stories through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes memories, and captivating anecdotes from the original cast and creators. She explains the cultural significance of the story that inspired generations of young women to dream bigger and aim for the sky. Erin is a culture and entertainment journalist, and the author of three Hollywood history books, including I’ll Have What She’s Having and Queen Meryl. Her work has appeared in Vanity Fair and Town & Country. Her new book is, No Crying in Baseball: The Inside Story of A League of Their Own: Big Stars, Dugout Drama, and a Home Run for Hollywood.