Spring, Texas - Writers of the West announces the global release of The Edge of Land by Jonathan Ezer, a riveting coming-of-age, open-water memoir available today in three formats—eBook, paperback, and hardcover—across 20+ retail and library platforms including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million in the United States and worldwide.
Blending personal history with the high stakes of open ocean, The Edge of Land traces Ezer’s formative years in Hawaiʻi, his unlikely rise as a teenage distance swimmer, and the night he stepped off Molokaʻi to attempt a 26.2-mile crossing to Oʻahu—guided only by grit, a ten-person crew, and the beam of Makapuʻu Lighthouse. Along the way, readers witness the discipline forged under legendary Hawaiʻi coaches, the strategy and psychology of long-distance effort, and the humility of a team pulling in the same direction.
What the Book Delivers
- A true open-water odyssey: From early days in Waikiki surf to the Molokaʻi Channel marathon and the dynamics of an all-hands crew keeping a 17-year-old swimmer safe through the night.
- A “swimming of age” story: Family, mentors, and teammates shape a teenager who learns that discipline, planning, and perseverance beat raw talent when the ocean gets dark and cold.
- Hawaiʻi in fine detail: The culture, coastlines, winds, tides, and race courses (including the Waikiki Rough Water Swim) become characters of their own—beautiful, unforgiving, and unforgettable.
Key Themes
- Team over self: The crossing succeeds because ten people choose safety, vigilance, and service over credit.
- Mental toughness: What to do when courage wavers and oxygen runs thin; how to keep moving when the only landmark is a pinprick of light on the horizon.
- Finding purpose at the edge: Ocean miles as a mirror for life—uncertain, uncontrollable, and yet navigable with the right preparation and people.
Availability
Formats: eBook, Paperback, Hardcover Release Date: August 28, 2025 Global Distribution: 20+ platforms, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other major online retailers; available to libraries and academic institutions via industry-standard channels.
Grab your copy here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FP9T8D65
About the Author
Jonathan Ezer grew up in Hawaiʻi, where he learned that distance is as much a mental calculation as it is a physical one. His teenage years were defined by rigorous pool training, surf-honed ocean sense, and landmark swims, culminating in a night crossing of the Molokaʻi Channel supported by a ten-person crew. The Edge of Land is his firsthand account—honoring the people who made the impossible possible.
Publisher
Writers of the West Global U.S. publisher and book services partner for authors across genres, distributing to leading global platforms and retail channels.
Media & Review Copies
For press inquiries, interviews, and advance/review copies, please contact: Author Email: ezerjon51@gmail.com
High-resolution cover art, author headshot, and media kit available upon request.
Book Metadata (for Trade & Media)
- Title: The Edge of Land: A Swimming of Age Story
- Author: Jonathan Ezer
- Categories: Memoir; Sports & Outdoors; Ocean & Nature Writing
- Formats: eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
- Publisher: Writers of the West
- Release Date: August 28, 2025
- Territory: Worldwide (English)
The Edge of Land invites readers to stand where surf kisses sand, look into the dark water, and decide—one clean stroke at a time—to go.
Media Contact
Company Name: Jonathan Ezer
Contact Person: Media Manager
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Country: United States
Website: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FP9T8D65
