Against the Clock - Author's Edition

The Cost of Chasing Your Dreams

Everyone has dreams. Some have the courage to go after them. Yet few understand the true costs associated with achieving them.

Against the Clock is the story of a college runner who relentlessly pursued his dreams but was forced to wonder if they were worth the sacrifice.

It’s about:

-Living under constant performance pressure

-Identity when your worth is measured in seconds

-The sacrifice that comes with pursuing your dreams

-The loneliness of being drive

-Maximizing your opportunities

If you’ve ever tied your self-worth to a goal, a career, or a dream, this book is for you.

It's aimed to inspire others to set their sights high, regardless of what stands in the way—to run this race of life well and make the most of this short time we have on Earth. Time is ticking; let’s get to work.

Why buy it here?

When you order here, you’re getting the author’s edition — and you’re supporting my work directly. 

What’s included

The Paperback
A 120-page softcover edition printed just for you.

The Ebook (Instant Download)
Read it on your phone, tablet, or Kindle — delivered immediately after checkout.

A Private Bonus Essay
A short piece I wrote reflecting on what I learned after the book was finished — why I wrote the book, the entire publishing process, behind the scenes moments, and lessons to take away. 

Why this matters

Writing this book took years. Publishing it independently means I don’t have a publisher, a marketing team, or a middleman — just readers like you.

Buying here:

-Supports my writing directly

-Makes future books possible

And you get the best version of the book in return. Thank you for reading!

God Bless,

Preston Ruth