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Jessica Coulter Smith

Jessica Coulter Smith

About

Jessica Coulter Smith is a new author in the area of Paranormal Romance.  Her first book, Whispering Lake, was published by Hearts on Fire on August 14th, 2008.  Currently, she is working on a series called the Ashton Grove Werewolves.  The first book, Moonlight Protector, was released in January 2009 with Wild Horse Press.  The second book in the series, Moonlight Hero, was released in May 2009. 

When she isn't busy writing, Jessica enjoys listening to music, going to the movies, or reading a good book.  She currently resides in the Memphis, TN area with her husband, two children, and various pets.

Learning to Breathe Fire: The Rise of CrossFit and the Primal Future of Fitness

Learning to Breathe Fire: The Rise of CrossFit and the Primal Future of Fitness

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<p><b>The absorbing, definitive account of CrossFit's origins, its explosive grassroots growth, and its emergence as a global phenomenon.</b><br /> <br />One of the most illuminating books ever on a sports subculture, <i>Learning to Breathe Fire </i>combines vivid sports writing with a thoughtful meditation on what it means to be human. In the book, veteran journalist J.C. Herz explains the science of maximum effort, why the modern gym fails an obese society, and the psychic rewards of ending up on the floor feeling as though you're about to die. <br /> <br />The story traces CrossFit’s rise, from a single underground gym in Santa Cruz to its adoption as the workout of choice for elite special forces, firefighters and cops, to its popularity as the go-to fitness routine for regular Joes and Janes. Especially riveting is Herz’s description of The CrossFit Games, which begin as an informal throw-down on a California ranch and evolve into a televised global proving ground for the fittest men and women on Earth, as well as hundreds of thousands of lesser mortals. <br /> <br />In her portrayal of the sport's star athletes, its passionate coaches and its “chief armorer,” Rogue Fitness, Herz powerfully evokes the uniqueness of a fitness culture that  cultivates primal fierceness in average people. And in the shared ordeal of an all-consuming workout, she unearths the ritual intensity that's been with us since humans invented sports, showing us how, on a deep level, we're all tribal hunters and first responders, waiting for the signal to go all-out. </p>

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<p><font size="2"><strong>We Write Romance<br /></strong>&quot;Suspense, intrigue, romance, sibling rivalry, ghosts, and a group of psychics... you name and it this book has it! My hat's off to Ms. Quijas for creating such a delightful tale.&quot;<br />Rating: 4 out of 4</font></p> <p><font size="2"><strong>Cherokee, Coffee Time Romance<br /></strong>&quot;I must admit Angel’s Fire, Demon’s blood was a fascinating tale. The impressive writing, and the fresh voice of Tamela Quijas, sends this reader on a stroll into centuries of a man who holds deep compassion but is unable to release his true feelings.&quot;<br />Rating: 4 out of 5<br /></font></p> <p><font size="2"><strong>Akodo Arashi, Amazon Customer</strong><br />&quot;It hooks the reader from the first chapter and won't let go until you've finished the book. If you enjoy paranormal romance, then this is a must have for 2009!&quot;<br />Rating: 5 out of 5</font></p> <p><font size="2"><strong>Rose Petal Reviews<br /></strong><font color="#000000">&quot;Tamela Quijas has done a wonderful job with this story. It is very well written and I would recommend this book to everyone looking for a great paranormal book to read.&quot;<br />Rating: 5 out of 5</font></font></p>