Grit and Goose Feathers

<p><strong>From Olympic podium to parent–teacher meetings, <em>Grit and Goose Feathers</em> is the raw, witty and brutally honest autobiography of badminton star Gail Emms.</strong></p><p>A former world champion and Olympic silver medallist, Gail takes readers on a whirlwind journey through the highs and lows of elite sport with input from life coach and trauma specialist Stephanie Burge. Inside you''ll discover:</p><ul><li>The stark truth of elite sport – the gruelling training, euphoric victories and the crushing realities of retirement</li><li>An unfiltered and chaotic, yet vulnerable account of life after elite sport</li><li>The adventures of a former top-level athlete trying to return to ''normal'' life – from Gail rediscovering her love of raving to the chaos of juggling work, life and parenting and the awkward hilarity of dating in her 40s (she holds nothing back!)</li><li>The struggles of identity beyond sport, the mental battles athletes face and the joy of embracing life''s unpredictability – told with humour and refreshing candour</li></ul><p><strong><em>Grit and Goose Feathers</em> isn''t just a sports memoir – it''s a celebration of resilience, reinvention and learning to thrive, no matter what life ''smashes'' your way. Perfect for women and all sports fans.</strong></p>