Praise for the Book

Bagley’s Book is about more than Mountains. Latest article in the Mt. Shasta Herald Nov. 2010

“This exciting book shows you how to set big,inspiring goals, and then back them with desire,discipline and determination.”
-Brian Tracy, author of “No Excuses, the Power of Self Discipline

“As an accomplished climber and adventurer, Laurie Bagley did the hard work to fulfill her dream. Her heartfelt advice and wonderful spirit will help you face your own challenges to reach your own personal summits.”
-EriK Weihenmayer, author of “Touch the Top of the World”, and co-author of the Adversity Advantage

“In a world inundated with authorities on personal success and achievement, Laurie Bagley stands above the crowd…she’s and expert! She’s been there; she’s done that! Laurie shares an intimate and compelling account of what she experienced physically, mentally and emotionally conquering the highest mountain on the planet, to stand at the top of the world and perhaps the greatest challenge of all, return safely to live another day! Only 20 percent of men and women ever make a commitment to ascent from a state of becoming to a state of being in their lifetime. Only 1 percent will ever distinguish themselves as Laurie Bagley, the sixth woman in the U.S. to summit Mt. Everest from the North Col Route. Individuals on a personal journey to conquer fear with courage and replace doubt with certainty will gain valuable wisdom and inspiration reading Summit!. find out what it takes to conquer your own Everest, to stand at the top of the world and put one foot in front of the other.”
-Dr. Jim Wendling, The Wendling Group

“Practical, grounded, and inspirational! That’s how I describe Summit! by Laurie Bagley. The book is based on real life experiences that make a point. If you have a clear target of what you want to achieve, a step-by-step plan on how to achieve that target, and most importantly a method of managing your mental and physical resources, then you’re in a position to live a richer, fuller life. The logic is sound! The stories are compelling! What would YOU do it you knew you absolutely couldn’t fail? Reading this book may very well give you the answer.”
-R. Douglas Carter

“Laurie Bagley’s book uses her thrilling and terrifying journey to the top of the world as a metaphor for life. She deftly weaves between her adventures up Everest’s North Face and down-to-Earth life tips. It’s a thrilling ride.”
-Francis Tapon, author of Hike Your Own Hike

“This book is amazing! I have read a lot of self help books and i have to say this is a book that I do not want to miss a word or a lesson. I know  this book is going to be a help for me in climbing my mountain–It is making so much sense to me and all I can say is WOW! It is a much read.”
-Maggie Terrell business owner in ASEA

“Great book, lots of pragmatic self help advice on how to get the most out of life with a dramatic climb of Everest as aback drop. The cover photo is incredible.”
-Steve Sheppard, long distance runner and adventure seeker.