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by Unstoppable Stories That Move

Enter your chance to win a copy of Running: My Salvation from Stage 4 Cancer by legendary marathon pacer "Pacer Tom" Perri! This powerful memoir explores what happens when a life-threatening roadblock is met with unmatched grit, a positive mindset, and a refusal to let a diagnosis dictate what is possible.

  • This giveaway is run by  Unstoppable Stories That Move
  • Ends Monday, November 30, 2026
  • Win a book about how the running community acts as a catalyst to help overcome roadblocks. It is a unique collection of stories from Pacer Tom and from the runners he's helped make it to the finish line, and how they have helped each other to keep moving forward.

The Experience

When experienced pacer Tom Perri was diagnosed with prostate cancer--which progressed to Stage 4 in 2019--he chose to keep lacing up his running shoes rather than give up. Over a 60-year running career, Tom has completed over 800 lifetime marathons and ultramarathons, incredibly running more than 300 of them after his Stage 4 diagnosis.

Running: My Salvation from Stage 4 Cancer is far more than a book about logging miles. It is an uplifting, deeply moving blueprint on:

  • Overcoming Obstacles: Finding ways to pivot and create a joyful, productive life when facing a crisis, such as coping with cancer.
  • The Power of Community: Embracing the deep, lasting friendships forged through the shared experience of achieving goals, like running a race.
  • Living with Intention: Choosing optimism every day and finding purpose in helping others reach their own finish lines.

Whether you are an avid runner, someone facing a medical crisis, or simply searching for a story that proves the strength of the human spirit, this very personal book will leave you deeply inspired.

Get the book on Amazon →  ·  Read Tom's WDIO interview →

The Prize

× 1 RUNNING: My Salvation from Stage 4 Cancer -- "Pacer Tom" Perri's memoir of refusing to let cancer tell him what to do, and how he found purpose in helping others reach their own finish lines.

Podcast Episode

Episode 3: The Many Faces of "Pacer Tom" Perri

RUNNING: My Salvation from Stage 4 Cancer by Pacer Tom Perri, book cover
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Win "Pacer Tom" Perri's powerful memoir of how he found purpose in helping others reach their own finish lines while running with stage 4 cancer.

Pacer Tom Perri holding his book RUNNING, with Sally Dahlquist of Unstoppable Stories That Move

Tom generously donated a copy of his book for one lucky Unstoppable listener.

One winner selected at random and notified by email. One entry per person. No purchase necessary. Giveaway ends November 30, 2026.

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Previous Contest Winners

Scott Keenan, founder of Grandma's Marathon, with Sally Dahlquist

We have a winner! 🎉 The My Journey to Grandma's Marathon: History & Heroes Giveaway Results

Thank you to everyone who entered our summer book giveaway! We loved hearing your shared excitement for the rich history, grit, and small-town charm that built Grandma's Marathon into the world-class event it is today.

As we celebrated the historic 50th anniversary of the race in 2026, we are so grateful to the legendary race founder, Scott Keenan, for generously donating a copy of his incredible memoir to our community.

🎉 Congratulations to Our Winner!

Our lucky winner: TBD

Note to our winner: Please check your inbox! We have sent an email to your registered address with instructions on how to claim your prize.

Missed Out? Stay Unstoppable!

If you didn't win this time, you don't have to miss out on the incredible stories of resilience, history, and heroes that shaped the North Shore running community.

Grab the Book: You can pick up your own copy of Scott's memoir directly by visiting scottkeenanbooks.com.

Listen to the Podcast: Catch up on the history by tuning into Episode 48 & 49: The Man Behind Grandma's Marathon right here on our site!

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Joel Karsten holding his book Straw Bale Gardens Straw Bale Gardens Complete by Joel Karsten, book cover

We Have Our Winners! 🎉 The Straw Bale Gardens Complete Giveaway Results

Thank you to everyone in our community who entered to win a copy of Joel Karsten's groundbreaking book, Straw Bale Gardens Complete! We loved reading through your comments and sharing in your passion for trying new things, growing your own food, and finding creative ways to thrive. This method has become an international phenomenon helping to feed thousands of people worldwide.

Here at Unstoppable Stories That Move, we love highlighting the tools, hacks, and resilience tips that help ordinary people do extraordinary things -- and that includes mastering the art of growing an easy, high-yield backyard garden!

🎉 Congratulations to Our 5 Winners!

Please join us in celebrating our five lucky winners:

  1. Denise C. from Minnesota
  2. Tristan M. from New York
  3. Kat S. from Utah
  4. Dan S. from Minnesota
  5. Sara R. from Minnesota

Missed Out? Listen in and Keep Growing!

If you weren't one of our lucky five this time, you don't have to miss out on the ultimate guide to effortless gardening.

Listen to the Podcast: Catch up on the history by tuning into Episode 18: From Barnyard to Backyard with Joel Karsten right here on our site!

Grab the Book: You can pick up your own copy of Joel Karsten's book online or at your local bookstore to start your own straw bale setup this season. strawbalegardens.com  ·  Joel's book on Amazon

This giveaway is run by Unstoppable Stories That Move, a non-profit raising money for medical research. Winners selected at random. One entry per person. No purchase necessary.