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This is a compelling memoir ― an inside view of what it’s like to live with a widely misunderstood neurological condition. I found myself quickly turning each page as I read through Stacia Kalinoski’s memoir about her life with epilepsy... With a background in journalism, Kalinoski handily writes about the science behind her disease and her treatment journey with a clear and accessible style... She also has a knack for letting the reader into what was going on with her psychologically, physically, and emotionally during her journey.
— MinnPost
An eye-opening look into a neurological condition that affects 55,000 Minnesotans.
— St Paul Pioneer Press
Stacia Kalinoski has been an inspiration in my life and my son’s life, giving hope to those with epilepsy through her resolve and willingness to stand up for herself and others with seizure disorders. Her memoir further highlights her amazing fighting spirit. Within these pages, she offers encouragement to millions of Americans who are struggling—emphasizing that they, too, can overcome.
— Wayne Drash, Emmy Award–winning journalist and author
I respect Stacia Kalinoski so much for what she has done for epilepsy. She continues to work hard and help people.
— Jerry Kill, Jerry Kill, Division I football coach


 

Media INTERVIEWS and Reviews

MINNPOST

I found myself quickly turning each page as I read through Stacia Kalinoski’s memoir about her life with epilepsy, “Racing Uphill,” released July 1 by the University of Minnesota Press. The former athlete and marathon runner and TV news reporter documents her story with vivid detail and an engaging narrative voice.”

PIONEER PRESS

“Stacia Kalinoski’s involving memoir, subtitled “Confronting Life With Epilepsy,” is an eye-opening look into a neurological condition that affects 55,000 Minnesotans.”

THIEF RIVER FALLS TIMES

TRF native confronts her epilepsy in “Racing Uphill”

MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO

Interview on “Minnesota Now” with Nina Moini

FOX 9 NEWS Minneapolis/St. Paul

Interview on Fox 9 “Good Day”

INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE AGAINST EPILEPSY

Interview on the “Sharp Waves” Podcast