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There's Just One Problem...

True Tales from the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE

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There's Just One Problem...

By: Brian Gewirtz
Narrated by: Greg Baglia
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Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz brings readers behind the scenes for an unprecedented look at the chaotic, surreal, unbelievable backstage world of the WWE.

With untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years and featuring the biggest names and controversial moments in wrestling history, THERE'S JUST ONE PROBLEM is an honest, unflinching look on how an introverted life-long fan unexpectedly became one the most powerful men in all of professional wrestling.

For decades wrestling was shrouded in secrecy. It had larger than life personalities, bone crunching physicality and jaw-dropping theatrics but backstage it was an industry devoid of outsiders. Then in 1999, after working together on a special for MTV, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson turned to 26-year old television writer Brian Gewirtz and asked “You ever consider writing for WWE?” That question, and its answer, would have a profound effect on both of their lives for years to come.

THERE'S JUST ONE PROBLEM is a story about perseverance, tenacity, and steel chairs. Most writers in the WWE last for a matter of months; Gewirtz was there for over 15 years, writing some of most memorable and infamous storylines in WWE history (covering the “Attitude Era”, the “Ruthless Aggression Era” and into the “PG” and “Reality” eras).

Throughout this journey Gewirtz found himself becoming both friend and antagonist to some of the biggest names in WWE history – Stone Cold Steve Austin, John Cena, Stephanie McMahon, Bill Goldberg, Paul Heyman, Chris Jericho, Shawn Michaels, and the two men who he worked the most closely with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. These men not only shaped his life professionally but also personally, forcing him to grow and change both as a writer and a human being.

So how does a lifelong fan and outsider break through to become the ultimate insider? How does a low-key personality deal directly with his boss, the most brash, unpredictable “alpha male” on the planet, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon? How does one gain respect in a locker room that wants nothing more than to see him disappear? Where does one go when every year in wrestling takes you further away from the writing career you always wanted? Taking advice from his idol, the late “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, when you’re so full of fear, there’s only one way to push through: become fearless. Biographies & Memoirs Combat Sports & Self-Defense Entertainment & Celebrities Wrestling Celebrity Sports Combat Sports Biography Comedy Funny Witty
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"Brian Gewirtz’s book THERE'S JUST ONE PROBLEM is a fascinating and hilarious inside look into Brian’s unlikely, yet incredible rise to sports entertainment “inside” fame and what I would describe as a true WWE Hall of Fame career as a writer and for years now, finding tremendous success as our lead Seven Bucks’ executive.
His long, storied and unbelievable tenure in WWE, is truly what legends are made of."—Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
"Brian and I are kindred spirits. Amidst allegations of Flash action figure payola, the infamous wrestlers court, multitudes of laughs, made-up words, 5 second poses, roasting local sports teams and battling at WrestleMania in my hometown over a Japanese shampoo endorsement (you knew I had to mention it), we’ve both ended up where we needed to be. Keep the world smiling, Brian. As you do in this book. Wrestling’s version of War and Peace. Or a great, comedic book that involves writing outlandish scenarios for men in tights. Whichever. I’ll be over here still wearing spandex."—Adam "Edge" Copeland, Canadian professional wrestler and actor
“This is the best book I have read in years. If you’re a fan of WWE, or heck, even if you’re not, this inside look into the life of one of the most intense jobs in all of entertainment, a WWE writer, hilariously detailed by one of the most impactful writers and creative contributors in WWE history is nothing short of fascinating. It’s a laugh out loud, can’t put down, sad that it’s over kind of book and I loved every second of it. Apart from, of course, when it was over.”—Becky Lynch, WWE Superstar and six-time WWE Women’s Champion
“In the book, THERE'S JUST ONE PROBLEM, written by the most talented writer in the history of the WWE, Brian Gewirtz (my opinion), Brian takes you on a roller coaster ride in regards to his amazing time writing in the WWE. Brian even discusses his “day” in wrestlers court, where he was the first and only writer in WWE to have to go in front of a judge (actually a wrestler) and pay his debt for “allegedly” favoring to write for his favorite wrestlers. He survived!!! This book is as entertaining as the scripts Brian wrote during his amazing career in the WWE. This book is a must read.”—Kurt Angle, WWE Hall of Famer and Olympic Gold Medalist
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Excellent insider stories that share far more intricate details than most entertainment, or wrestling documentaries choose to describe! I only wish Brian would have voiced the book himself...but I completely understand how much anxiety that can cause a person, so it's fine.

A great read for any fan of professional wrestling, but also for anyone curious about high stakes/ on the fly screen writing.

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Where to begin? First, the book is fun. And it's endearing at the right moments. It's never salacious, however, and entirely steers clear of any of the "adult" drama that's occurred over the years. This is where one problem comes in: with all that's come out about Vince, the lighthearted stories of him proposing sexual themed vignettes doesn't land as it would have 2-3 years ago. It actually made me say out loud to my car: "How did you freaks not see this all along?" But the answer is inside the almost insanely dictatorial regime displayed in the stories. Again: how couldn't they see? He ruled with an iron fist and even if you were "allowed to disagree," doing so always led to repercussions. No one ever stops and wonders what concussions and cocktails of anabolic hormones / drugs are doing to this old man. BUT IF YOU CAN put the grim reality of Vince aside, the book is still great. And the stories are very entertaining to me, a lifelong wrestling fan. The narrator does a great job in his delivery, delivering the right tone and emotion conveyed in the book. But he flubs SEVERAL names SEVERAL times, and it's a little annoying when he does it. Still: read it. It's a lot of fun.

Behind the scenes from the attitude into the PG era.

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This is the opposite of Dark Side Of The Ring. I've read my share of pro wrestler autobiographies, both books Jim Ross wrote, and books about wrestlers who died or the rise and fall of whole companies. What I haven't read before was the story of a WWE writer.

It's a very light and funny book through and through, what drama there is world eventually be smoothed over, sometimes 16 years later in the case of guys like Hardcore Holly holding long grudges. The book starts with a colorful story of the author being the first WWE writer sent to wrestlers court, where The Undertaker is judge. The kind of wacky, but true story to set the tone for the rest of the book.

If you ever wondered which wrestlers got upset over The Rock making fun of them on live TV, what they were thinking with the Katie Vick story, or what they were thinking with the guest host year, or even the anonymous GM story, the answers are all here from a man who was in the writers room.

One of the best wrestlers books I've read

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Been a fan of WWE since I was a kid! Cool to peek inside the mind of someone who was penning the scripts from my childhood. Wish the narrator would’ve pronounced a few of the names better, but it didn’t take away from the overall experience much! Definitely recommend!

Great Story!

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Extremely fun read that flies by. It’s funny, informative and well written. Great reader as well.

Must read for WWE fans

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