Sam is a high school cross country runner stuck living with his
divorced dad when the pandemic shuts down traveling, hanging with
friends, even school. He'd rather be with his mom, who at least
calls him by the right name and pronouns. The day goes from gloomy to
terrifying when Dad gets a letter in the mail that seems to turn him
into a different person. An angry person. Scared, and more alone
than ever, Sam knows he has to act… or Dad, and Sam, will disappear
for good.
Personal Best was first published in the Pikes
Peak Writer's Anthology Fresh Starts in 2021