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Maggie Vaults Over the Moon
- Author
- Grant Overstake
- Narrator
- Tavia Gilbert
- Publisher
- Grant Overstake
- Publish Date
- 31 March 2015
- Run Time
- 6 hours
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
“Girls who play sports and the coaches and families who support them will thoroughly enjoy this warm, uplifting story!” —Christine Brennan, USA TODAY columnist and author of On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports
When Maggie Steele loses her older brother, the future seems to close in around her. Life on her family’s Kansas farm keeps moving, but Maggie feels stuck in grief, pressure, and self-doubt—until she discovers an unlikely way forward: the pole vault.
What begins as a daring escape becomes something much more. As Maggie learns to trust her body, face fear, and push past the limits others place on her, the crossbar becomes more than a mark of athletic progress. It becomes the line between the life she has known and the person she is becoming.
A coming-of-age sports novel for middle grade and young teen listeners, ages 10 and up. Narrates the unabridged novel; read-along compatible with the print edition.
Performed by Audie Award and Emmy Award–winning narrator Tavia Gilbert
“Gilbert’s splendid portrayals will thoroughly engage listeners.” —AudioFile
“A fine YA novel about perseverance in sports and in life.” —Kirkus Reviews
“The positive influence this book can have on young athletes is invaluable.” —Erica Fraley, US Olympian
“An inspirational pick for young adult fiction collections.” —Midwest Book Review
Named one of the best track-and-field novels of all time by CITIUS Mag
Contains no profanity or sexual content. Honest treatment of grief, family loss, and recovery.
Critics Review
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“Comes along at the perfect time. Girls who play sports and the coaches and families who support them will thoroughly enjoy this warm, uplifting story.”
USA Today
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“An inspirational pick for young adult fiction collections.”
Midwest Book Review
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“Overstake’s novel exudes sweetness; in some ways, it feels as if it takes place in another era, as it lacks the dark edge seen in other popular YA stories. Former sportswriter Overstake’s crisp style also gives the pole-vaulting scenes authenticity and tension. The story will most likely engage younger teenage girls, but its themes will resonate with anyone who has suffered profound loss. A fine YA novel about perseverance in sports and in life.”
Kirkus Reviews
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“Tavia Gilbert thoroughly conveys Maggie Steele’s grief when her brother, Alex, dies in an accident. Gilbert beautifully delivers the detailed descriptions of Maggie’s life at school and at home on her family’s Kansas farm…Gilbert’s splendid portrayals of Maggie’s real-life coach, teammates, and parents…will thoroughly engage listeners.”
AudioFile
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“I myself experienced loss when I was a young girl. Sports were my outlet and helped me through some of the hardest times of my life. This book captured me cover to cover. I highly recommend Maggie Vaults Over the Moon!”
Becky Holliday, US Olympic pole-vaulter
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“A fantastic book! Well put together and very inspirational!”
John Mayor, Olympic torchbearer and British champion
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“Every single person should be able to relate to Maggie.”
Jeremy Scott, US Olympic pole-vaulter
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“One of the most pure and wholesome young adult books I’ve ever read!”
Shannon Clark, Girls Gone Sporty ambassador
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“I highly recommend it for all teens, especially those seeking direction during the storm and stress of adolescence.”
Timothy M. Tays, PhD, clinical psychologist
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“A great family book!”
Joe Dial, coach, Oral Roberts University and Dial Athletics
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“The positive influence this book can have on young athletes is incalculable.”
Erica Bartolina, US Olympic pole-vaulter
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“Maggie’s inspirational story will make any girl feel like they can accomplish their dreams.”
Taylor Marie Swanson, national collegiate champion
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“A great story of perseverance, grit, faith, and bouncing back after hardships.”
Ellie Spain, British champion and coach
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“A beautiful story of triumph through adversity.”
Bill Vogrin, newspaper columnist
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“Instantly transported me back to my childhood. Will translate to anyone who allows themselves to be young at heart.”
John Rinkenbaugh, television producer
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"This inspiring tale celebrates the courage to turn tragedy and loss into something positive and how the determination to master a sport can heal.”
Vaulter magazine
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Details
- Author
- Grant Overstake
- Narrator
- Tavia Gilbert
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Release Date
- 31 March 2015
- ISBN
- 9781483085425
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Grant Overstake
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction: General fiction, Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and bereavement, Children’s / Teenage fiction: General fiction, Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods and feelings, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories
Synopsis
“Girls who play sports and the coaches and families who support them will thoroughly enjoy this warm, uplifting story!” —Christine Brennan, USA TODAY columnist and author of On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s SportsWhen Maggie Steele loses her older brother, the future seems to close in around her. Life on her family’s Kansas farm keeps moving, but Maggie feels stuck in grief, pressure, and self-doubt—until she discovers an unlikely way forward: the pole vault.What begins as a daring escape becomes something much more. As Maggie learns to trust her body, face fear, and push past the limits others place on her, the crossbar becomes more than a mark of athletic progress. It becomes the line between the life she has known and the person she is becoming.A coming-of-age sports novel for middle grade and young teen listeners, ages 10 and up. Narrates the unabridged novel; read-along compatible with the print edition.Performed by Audie Award and Emmy Award–winning narrator Tavia Gilbert“Gilbert’s splendid portrayals will thoroughly engage listeners.” —AudioFile“A fine YA novel about perseverance in sports and in life.” —Kirkus Reviews“The positive influence this book can have on young athletes is invaluable.” —Erica Fraley, US Olympian“An inspirational pick for young adult fiction collections.” —Midwest Book ReviewNamed one of the best track-and-field novels of all time by CITIUS MagContains no profanity or sexual content. Honest treatment of grief, family loss, and recovery.
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