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From the critically acclaimed author of Be Safe I Love You comes a haunting novel of love, friendship, and survival set in the red light district of Athens in the 1980s that New York magazine calls "a gauzy portrait of youthful longing, sticky romance, and regret."Running follows the lives of three friends and lovers: queer English poet Milo Rollack, prep school dropout Jasper Lethe, and seventeen-year-old Bridey Sullivan, an American with a fascination for fire. Barely out of childhood, squatting in a crumbling hotel on the outskirts of Athens in the late 1980s, the three slip in and out of homelessness, heavy drinking, and underground jobs. While working as runners for the hotel--convincing tourists to stay there for a commission and free board--they are befriended by an IRA fugitive and become inextricably linked to an act of terrorism that will mark each of them for life. Bridey, the consummate survivor, abandons Jasper and Milo, planning to return when the dust has settled. But no one has fared well in her absence. And then a mysterious death drives her to seek an impossible absolution that will take her from the streets of the red-light district to the remote island cliff houses of the southern Mediterranean. Twenty-five years later, Milo, now a successful writer and professor in Manhattan, struggles to live ethically in a world he knows is corrupt, coping with a secret that makes him a stranger to those closest to him. "Beautiful and atmospheric...original and deeply sad" (Kirkus Reviews), Running is a sweeping and fearless story of friendship and survival from Cara Hoffman, an author who "writes like a dream--a disturbing, emotionally charged dream" (The Wall Street Journal).
In Running, former NCAA Division I track athlete Lindsey A. Freeman presents the feminist and queer handbook of running that she always wanted but could never find. For Freeman, running is full of joy, desire, and indulgence in the pleasure and weirdness of having a body. It allows for a space of freedom-to move and be moved. Through tender storytelling of a lifetime wearing running shoes, Freeman considers injury and recovery, what it means to run as a visibly queer person, and how the release found in running comes from a desire to touch something that cannot be accessed when still. Running invites us to run through life, legging it out the best we can with heart and style.
In Running, former NCAA Division I track athlete Lindsey A. Freeman presents the feminist and queer handbook of running that she always wanted but could never find. For Freeman, running is full of joy, desire, and indulgence in the pleasure and weirdness of having a body. It allows for a space of freedom-to move and be moved. Through tender storytelling of a lifetime wearing running shoes, Freeman considers injury and recovery, what it means to run as a visibly queer person, and how the release found in running comes from a desire to touch something that cannot be accessed when still. Running invites us to run through life, legging it out the best we can with heart and style.
Action, suspense, passion, betrayal, and a little bit of sex... a fast-paced story you'll never forget. The political thriller with heart "Rating: 5.5 out of 5 Stars - Top Pick." Underground Book Reviews "It's not just the fast-moving plot, the realistic portrayal of life inside the Beltway, nor the cohesion of the story. It's the carefully crafted characters portraying the heart of a mother, the devotion of a dear friend, and the soul-destructing power of politics, money, and cocaine. I highly recommend this very entertaining book." "RUNNING had me up till the wee hours of the morning " "RUNNING is an addictive read. The election details feel real, the idea of two female presidential candidates something that could happen any day. When you read this book, be sure you have plenty of time as you won't want to put it down until it's over." "A must read. Terrific book. Kept my interest all the way to the end. I highly recommend this book to everyone." "It grabbed me and didn't let go." Catherine Young, Vice President and newly-anointed Democratic nominee, is surging in the polls. The race is on against opposition candidate Jerusha Hutchins, former stewardess and blonde beauty, who is the darling of the far-right Liberty Party. But with political wunderkind Zane Zarillo running her campaign, Catherine is bound to hold her lead. Suddenly a medical emergency puts the President in the hospital and forces Catherine to act in his place... a perfect opportunity for her to show her Oval Office stuff. Just when her election looks like a sure thing, Catherine's romantic fling from decades ago comes to light. Will the American public accept a woman with a past?
Running from the past is hard. Hiding from it is even harder. Falling in love is easy, though, if you let yourself... Elena: Have you ever met someone and just known they would change your life? I have. But it wasn't the way I thought. I was ruined. I was scared. And I ran away. Then I met someone else, Chaz, and he changed everything. How often is it that you get a second chance at love with the right kind of man? I plan to grab hold and never let go this time.Chaz: I don't do relationship. I love women and they love me, but not for the long-term happily ever after the fairy tales warn you about. That is, until meet her. In an instant, my world was turned upside down and I feel like I'm losing control of myself. But one thing is for sure...It's so worth it. Disclaimer: This book contains strong language and adult scenarios. It is intended for audiences 17+ years of age. This is a stand-alone novel with no cheating and no cliffhanger, written with an alternating POV.
Running
Jocelyn Gallardo; Grace Miller; Sam Torres
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2016
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RUNNING tells the story of a single mum, a solo parent who with two children in tow left the shores of Fiji bound to Sydney Australia in the hope of a better life. Her journey takes you through her challenges from when she was a child into her adult life. She shares the consequences of the choices she has made in life. Consequences that she had to make right. Pregnant at 21 with her first child and alone in New Zealand, she took on the task of raising this child with the help of family in Sydney Australia. Because of her family's Christian values, abortion was out of the question. Adoption was the only option. An option that she chose not to go along with but rather keep and raise the child herself. Now a solo mum she moved back to Fiji and met a man who would soon become the father to her second child and guardian to her first. The relationship ended after 11 years. Determined to give her children the best life that they deserved, she chose to go back to school. Four years later she graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce in Liberal Studies degree from the University of Sydney. Today, this woman and her children now walk in the blessing because of her choices. Walking with Jesus is a choice and the blessings that come with that decision will be revealed in her next book titled, WALKING. This is my story.
RUNNING tells the story of a single mum, a solo parent who with two children in tow left the shores of Fiji bound to Sydney Australia in the hope of a better life. Her journey takes you through her challenges from when she was a child into her adult life. She shares the consequences of the choices she has made in life. Consequences that she had to make right. Pregnant at 21 with her first child and alone in New Zealand, she took on the task of raising this child with the help of family in Sydney Australia. Because of her family's Christian values, abortion was out of the question. Adoption was the only option. An option that she chose not to go along with but rather keep and raise the child herself. Now a solo mum she moved back to Fiji and met a man who would soon become the father to her second child and guardian to her first. The relationship ended after 11 years. Determined to give her children the best life that they deserved, she chose to go back to school. Four years later she graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce in Liberal Studies degree from the University of Sydney. Today, this woman and her children now walk in the blessing because of her choices. Walking with Jesus is a choice and the blessings that come with that decision will be revealed in her next book titled, WALKING. This is my story.
Running is a story about what can happen when you toy with something you shouldn't. A private military lab holds secrets that could destroy the world and two people have found them out. Now its a race against time to deliver those secrets to the right authorities and get the lab shut down. But can help be reached before it's too late?
Running has a unique allure, a primal call to push your limits, and discover what your body and mind are truly capable of. But where do you start? How do you go from being a non-runner to someone who can confidently run a 5k race without stopping? The answer lies within the pages of "Running for Beginners."In this comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide, John, a seasoned runner and experienced coach, takes you on a transformative journey from complete novice to a confident 5k finisher in just 6 weeks. Whether you're an absolute beginner or someone who hasn't laced up running shoes in years, this book is your roadmap to success. In The Uprising Run, you will discover: The power of your mind... and how you can easily work with it to achieve any goal you desireThe top foods every runner needs to avoid to improve performance (most athletes don't know about this )10+ daily lifestyle practices to improve your strength, willpower, stamina, and running performanceWhy it's crucial to live cyclically if you want to become a better runner - especially if you're a womanExactly how to nourish your body to feel lighter and become a faster runnerAs the author crosses finish lines and defies odds, he reminds us all that the human spirit is unbreakable, that adversity can be transformed into opportunity, and that within every step lies the promise of a new beginning. This memoir is a luminous testament to the transformative magic of running and the unwavering spirit that refuses to be defeated.
This book will give you a highly-detailed breakdown of the block start. You will be guided through the process of ingraining the Olympic sprinter starting mechanics into your nervous system by visualizing the descriptions in the book and following along with a video of an Olympic sprinter online. Faster starts equal personal bests. Personal best times equal breaking and setting records, getting looks and offers from colleges or sponsors, and having the peace of mind that comes with knowing you are getting out of the blocks as fast as possible given your current strength and power levels. This book gives insight: Mental and physical training tipsHow to come back from injuryOvercoming fear of open water swimmingEating and drinking properly for training and race dayShopping guides and suggestionsTraining with a group and a coachInside, you'll find expert advice and practical tips for every aspect of running, from warming up and cooling down to choosing the right shoes and avoiding common injuries. You'll find advice on training, nutrition, injury prevention, and mental preparation.