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“The positive influence this book can have on young athletes is invaluable.” -- Erica Bartolina, US Olympic Pole Vaulter, Coach of Champions

“An amazing book with a great message. It made me feel like I could accomplish anything...” -- Makayla Linebarger, US Pole Vault Record Holder, Under 14

"A fine young adult novel about perseverance in sports and in life."
– KIRKUS REVIEWS

"Maggie" is an inspirational pick for young adult fiction collections.”

-- MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW

“Maggie' captures the true meaning of a high school athlete in Kansas and the opportunities activities can create for young people.” – Kansas State High School Activities Journal

“Girls who play sports and the coaches and families who support them will thoroughly enjoy this warm, uplifting story. After reading it, we'll all wish we were pole-vaulters like Maggie.” -- Christine Brennan, Bestselling Author and Sports Columnist, USA Today

“Maggie’s inspirational story will make any girl feel like they can accomplish their dreams. This is a MUST read for any athlete, no matter what sport you compete in." -- Taylor Marie Swanson, Kansas State High School Pole-Vault Champion

"I enthusiastically recommend it." -- Barbara Gruener, counselor and character coach, National School of Character

“I myself experienced loss when I was a young girl. Sports 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

"One of the most pure and wholesome young adult books I’ve ever read... appropriate for 4th grade and up. When do you ever find a young adult book like that?” -- Shannon Clark, English Teacher, Coach, and Girls Gone Sporty Ambassador

“In "Maggie Vaults Over the Moon," author Grant Overstake weaves a beautiful story of triumph through adversity.” -- Bill Vogrin, newspaper columnist

"...a well written tale of epic courage. The moral of the story profoundly touches ordinary lives." -- Kim Ring, Middle School Teacher

"Getting to know Maggie Steele, her family, and the whole warm and caring community of Grain Valley was a pure delight." -- Nancy Breth, poet and author

"This is a magical story written through the eyes of a teen. Cheers, Grant Overstake for bringing Maggie to life!" -- Mark Miranda, sports photographer

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