Leap into Maggie’s World—Where Dreams Defy Gravity!

Recognized as one of the great track and field novels of all time by CITIUS MAG, the story of a gritty Kansas farm girl's quest to master the daring sport of pole-vaulting has stirred the hopes and dreams of readers around the world.

"A fine YA novel about perseverance in sports and in life." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS

This second edition of the beloved story by Grant Overstake includes a foreword by reigning Olympic Pole Vault Champion Katerina Stefanidi and chapter discussion questions created especially for young readers by Dr. Melissa I. White, a Language Arts (ELA) Teacher and Mental Performance Consultant with a Doctorate in Sport Psychology.

"Girls who play sports and the coaches and families who support them will thoroughly enjoy this warm, uplifting story." -- Christine Brennan, USA TODAY

When tragedy strikes the Steele Family Farm at harvest time, tearful Maggie finds herself grinding the gears of the giant grain truck, trying her best to replace her big brother, Alex, who died in a fiery car crash. If Maggie is going to escape her worst nightmare (being stuck on the farm forever), she'll need to ignore small-town haters, brave painful setbacks, and defy the heavy pull of gravity itself. As the pole-vault crossbar is raised dangerously higher, her future is quite literally up in the air. Taking cues from the voice within, Maggie bravely launches herself skyward. When the bar is raised to a record-setting height at the state championship meet, can she find the courage it takes to soar into a brighter future of her own making?

"Heartwarming and realistic, this book is a winner " -- Nancy Julien Kopp, CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL

Ready to be inspired? Maggie Vaults Over the Moon is more than just a sports story—it’s about finding the strength to keep going, even when life gets tough.

Maggie’s journey from grief to greatness shows that no dream is too high if you’ve got the heart to pursue it.

This book is perfect for anyone who loves stories about overcoming obstacles and chasing after big goals.

Why You’ll Love It:

Real-Life Feels: Maggie’s story is as real as it gets. You’ll feel every emotion, from the lows of losing someone you love to the highs of conquering your fears.

Epic Journey: From a small Kansas farm to the state championship, Maggie’s journey is one you won’t forget.

Girl Power: This is a story about strong girls doing amazing things—perfect for anyone who believes in the power of persistence.

At the heart of Maggie’s journey is her deep connection with her grandmother, whose wisdom and comfort guide Maggie through the challenges of adolescence, farm life, and high school.

Their bond is a source of strength, making this book a perfect cross-generational read.

“Maggie Vaults Over the Moon is seriously the most inspiring book I’ve ever read. Maggie’s journey shows that with enough determination, you can overcome anything.” — Taylor, 16

“I couldn’t put this book down! Maggie’s story made me want to push myself harder in everything I do.” — Alex, 15

“The world needs more Maggies!” —Joline Frook, Sports Mom

Experience Maggie Vaults Over the Moon like never before performed by the award-winning Tavia Gilbert, Narrator of the Year. Perfect for fans of inspiring stories and captivating audiobooks. Listen now and be inspired to soar!

If you or someone you know is ready to experience a wholesome story about overcoming adversity and the power of family, faith, and community, Maggie’s journey will leave you motivated and ready to take on any challenge.