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Closed 31/08/2018
Weʼve raised £1,042 to Print Marcus Gynn's Running Stories blog into a book
- Funded on Friday, 31st August 2018
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Story
In 2011 Marcus Gynn started his running journey when he describes even a mile being "too much". Just 18 months later Marcus completed his first marathon and went on to complete an Ultra. My Running Stories, initially written as a blog, captures his stories and feelings about his running journey.
In early 2015 Marcus was diagnosed with cancer and his running journey takes an unwanted twist. Despite this he continues to write with a passion, commenting on the impact his treatment had on his fitness and the frustrations of not being able to run.
Marcus sadly passed away in February 2016. His family sent his blog to America for printing and for a significant sum of money recieved 5 hardback copies. Following this friends and family also wanted a book however the costs were too high. Through a family friends contacts we have been able to edit and produce copies of the book at a more reasonable cost within this country.
For a minimum donation of £16 the donator will recieved a copy of the book and at least £2 of the donation will be sent to Sarcoma UK. If we are able to print more then 200 books then a larger donation will be sent to Sarcoma UK. Please send your address to imp21@hotmail.com so your book can be posted once published
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6 years agoWoo hoo!! Thank you to everyone that has donated so far. Please help us reach the target, no donation is too small
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45
Linda Thomas
Jul 16, 2018
Brilliant idea to help keep the memory of a wonderful young man alive and running.
£30.00
Diana Beecham
Jul 12, 2018
£25.00
Justin Long
Jul 1, 2018
£20.00
DAVID BAXTER
Jun 30, 2018
Marcus was such a great guy. It's a pleasure to donate
£30.00
Mary Ann Tuli
Jun 29, 2018
With love x
Andrea Long
Jun 28, 2018
£30.00
Rachel Allen
May 18, 2018
Thank you Jan for kindly giving me your watch, one kind deed deserves another so here's my donation.
£10.00
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