Why They Run

By Zoey Wheeler

Jason Everett runs to survive. Scarlett Artega runs to prove she belongs. Both are chasing the Harley Mavera Scholarship-the one chance at freedom, college, and the future they've fought for with every stride.

Jason, the reigning star of the New Wellis track team, is fearless and unstoppable on the surface. But behind his speed lies a secret he can't outrun. Scarlett, the daughter of track legends, has never been allowed to stumble. Every race is a battle against expectation, and this scholarship is her chance to step out of the shadow that's defined her life.

Rivals on the track, their determination sparks a competition neither can afford to lose. But as ambition collides with undeniable chemistry, Jason and Scarlett realize the hardest race isn't for the scholarship-it's for each other's hearts.

Tense, romantic, and unforgettable, Why They Run is a story of love, rivalry, and resilience. Perfect for fans of sports drama and slow-burn romance, Zoey Wheeler delivers a breathtaking reminder that sometimes the finish line is only the beginning.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1970584025
• ISBN13: 9781970584028
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Sprout Press, LLC
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 13 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary