where the author’s experience becomes an unforgettable story
Through vivid storytelling and emotionally-rich writing, I bring to life the moments that define who we are: love, loss, resilience, and everything in between. Step into a world where this story feels familiar and every page echoes a part of you.
About THe Author
Thomas Ashley Young
Thomas Ashley Young is an accomplished hiker. This book depicts his 2,452.3-mile-long hike on the Pacific Crest Trail in 1981. Thomas has published two other books: Between the Lines and Musings of a Traveler Headed Home. The final chapters of this book (Going Home: A Backpacker’s Journey) discusses the spiritual trail that emanated from his hike. This book won 1st Place in the Autobiography category from the publisher. Thomas is available for speaking engagements, which will include how to write correctly (even if you have never published a book).
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Trail 1: Whispering Pines Path
“Winding through dense forests, this trail teaches patience and mindfulness. Listen to the whispers of the trees — and your own thoughts.”
Trail 2: Summit Sky Trail
“Reach breathtaking peaks and feel the exhilaration of accomplishment. Every summit reminds us of the heights we can achieve in life.”
Trail 3: Serene River Walk
“Flow along gentle rivers and reflect on the journey rather than the destination. Sometimes the calmest paths reveal the deepest insights.”
Trail 4: My Water Baptism
My water baptism, and Introduction to the Spiritual Trail: in 38 degree Wasilla Lake, Alaska (June, 1983)
About The Book
Going Home
A Backpacker’s Journey
Lose yourself in a story crafted to captivate from the very first page. With vivid characters, unforgettable moments, and twists that keep you turning pages, this is a journey meant to be experienced—not just read. Start exploring the world readers can’t stop talking about.
Testimonials
Sweet Words from Readers
A Man’s Who Walked The Talk
Ash – as I used to know him when he was my roommate – definitely walked the talk – by hiking the entire PCT. I met him after this.
Greg Logan
Going Home’s Reader
Read it once, read it twice and experience the thrill of walking from Mexico to Canada
I finally got your book today. I read it from cover to cover today, I could not put it down. You did something I could only dream of doing, it was an amazing journey and I felt like I was hiking the trail with you. Your book made me laugh and it made me cry. Your decision in the end regarding Pro Verbs made me see the finality of the decision you made in accepting our Lord. Once I finished the book I clearly saw the commonality of the journey of the PCT and my journey with Jesus.
MSharp
Going Home’s Reader
“Going Home” Took Me Home.
Terrific work. Young really lets you accompany him on his trek, right in his hiking boots not only all the way down the the Pacific Crest Trail, but also on the greater Trail that follows. As you read, you’re introduced to the array of extremely colorful characters he meets along the way as well as numerous experiences that occur on his trek. Just when you think the end of the journey is in sight, the adventure continues and an entirely new set of experiences emerge.
Kenneth J. Lane
Going Home’s Reader
Read it once, read it twice and Experiencing a Long-Distance Hike Firsthand of walking from Mexico to Canada
It’s a great read. It has a great ending. The people he talks about are interesting. It was awesome reading the struggles. I cant really imagine going through this personally. The only downside is the author has moments where a time skip will take place but it isnt throughly stated a time skin happened. Other than that it was great!
Trevor Ellis
Going Home’s Reader
A Man’s Who Walked The Talk
Ash – as I used to know him when he was my roommate – definitely walked the talk – by hiking the entire PCT. I met him after this.
Greg Logan
Going Home’s Reader
Read it once, read it twice and experience the thrill of walking from Mexico to Canada
I finally got your book today. I read it from cover to cover today, I could not put it down. You did something I could only dream of doing, it was an amazing journey and I felt like I was hiking the trail with you. Your book made me laugh and it made me cry. Your decision in the end regarding Pro Verbs made me see the finality of the decision you made in accepting our Lord. Once I finished the book I clearly saw the commonality of the journey of the PCT and my journey with Jesus.
MSharp
Going Home’s Reader
“Going Home” Took Me Home.
Terrific work. Young really lets you accompany him on his trek, right in his hiking boots not only all the way down the the Pacific Crest Trail, but also on the greater Trail that follows. As you read, you’re introduced to the array of extremely colorful characters he meets along the way as well as numerous experiences that occur on his trek. Just when you think the end of the journey is in sight, the adventure continues and an entirely new set of experiences emerge.
Kenneth J. Lane
Going Home’s Reader
Read it once, read it twice and Experiencing a Long-Distance Hike Firsthand of walking from Mexico to Canada
It’s a great read. It has a great ending. The people he talks about are interesting. It was awesome reading the struggles. I cant really imagine going through this personally. The only downside is the author has moments where a time skip will take place but it isnt throughly stated a time skin happened. Other than that it was great!
Trevor Ellis
Going Home’s Reader
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