A Place Within

By T.D. Martin

When Patrick Newman wakes up one morning he knows he will be SOMEBODY, as to the how and when that will come. FINDING THE PLACE WITHIN is an inspiring novel about a fourteen year-old boy's struggle to be SOMEBODY. Patrick Newman has a strong will,athletic abilities, and likes to daydream (often humorously). Thanks to the selfless help of his best friend Alex Sager, Patrick will learn how to direct his talents towards the achievement of what he lacks most--self-esteem. Alex coaches Patrick into a journey of self-discovery. The quest for its success is arduous. Patrick will have to face and overcome a defeatist attitude, a lifelong bully, and an alcoholic father. He must use his strong will and mental grit to successfully defeat life's adversities. He must turn his journey's path into a race and win that race. Patrick Newman will be SOMEBODY! He will earn his place upon life's Olympic Platform! He will stand dominion over all!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1490416226
• ISBN13: 9781490416229
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.5" x 5.0"