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John L. Parker
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JOHN L. PARKER

After 19 years, the fabled author of Once a Runner delivers a sequel: Again to Carthage.

Photographs by Peter Yang

PUBLISHED 10/31/2007

John L. Parker: Comeback Author
John L. Parker Jr. took 30 years to write the sequel to his classic novel Once a Runner. Then he almost died, spending 16 days in a near-coma. He along with his fictional hero, Quenton Cassidy, discovered, monumental quests can be tougher the second time.
Written by Benjamin H. Cheever




Long Time Gone: An Excerpt From Again to Carthage
Quenton Cassidy was once a runner--a great one. Now he was something else. Fortunately, he had always believed in comebacks and second chances.
Written by John L. Parker Jr.




Additional Excerpts From Again To Carthage
John L. Parker shares four more passages from his newest novel.






Running In Extremes: Summer
In the swelter of heat and humidity, rain can be a runner's ally.
Written by John L. Parker







COMING SOON!
An interview with John L. Parker.







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