In Running Across America: A True Story of Dreams, Determination, and Heading for Home , Dave McGillivray tells the touching tale of how he ran 3,452 miles from Medford, Oregon, to his hometown of Medford, Massachusetts, in 1978. Braving mountains, the elements, grasshoppers, snakes, and homesickness, McGillivray runs in support of the Jimmy Fund and relies on good friends, family, a sense of humor, and sheer determination to fulfill a dream--and to help kids battling cancer.

Dave McGillivray is the race director of the iconic B.A.A. Boston Marathon. He is the co-author of Dream Big: A True Story of Courage and Determination from Nomad Press and The Last Pick: The Boston Marathon Race Director's Road to Success. Dave is a world-renowned athlete, entrepreneur, speaker, and philanthropist. He lives in North Andover, Massachusetts with his wife Katie. He is the proud dad of Elle, Max, Ryan, Luke, and Chloe.