My books lay the foundation for these blog posts and articles. The Five Hour Pilgrim explores a deeper meaning, Comrades Marathon embraces ideas around endurance and Millwood is about redemption

Five Hour Pilgrim is a memoir of endurance and reflection. Chronicling a quest to run a marathon on every continent in my 50th year, it explores meaning, hope, and truth, blending philosophy with the raw lessons of distance, travel, and personal reckoning. More…

Comrades Marathon – 101 Years of Highlights and Heroes traces the epic journey of the world’s greatest ultramarathon. From its humble beginnings with a handful of finishers to a century of triumphs, heartbreaks, and legendary performances, Tom Cottrell tells the story of the race’s heroes, tragedies, and enduring spirit. More...

Millwood is a sweeping historical-literary novel that blends family saga, murder mystery, and myth. Spanning from the Knysna gold rush to modern Johannesburg, it explores generational trauma, alcoholism, and redemption through the haunting legacy of a curse that refuses to die. More…
Coming soon – South African bookstores March 2026
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