Des Linden

About the Author

Des Linden is an acclaimed American long-distance runner and author whose journey from a small-town upbringing in California to the pinnacle of marathon excellence has inspired countless athletes and readers alike. Best known for her dramatic victory at the 2018 Boston Marathon, the first American woman to win in 33 years, Linden's memoir 'Choosing to Run: A Memoir' offers an intimate look at the grit, setbacks, and triumphs that define elite endurance sports. Through her writing, she explores themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and the transformative power of running, drawing from her own experiences training under grueling conditions and overcoming injuries to achieve historic success. Linden's narrative voice resonates with authenticity, making her a compelling voice in sports literature and motivational nonfiction.