A Life Well Swum

Graeme Lowe only wanted to get fit, but a few lengths in the local pool rekindled a childhood ambition he thought he had left behind: to swim the English Channel.

A Life Well Swum follows his journey into the world of long distance swimming, from dolphins off Catalina to jellyfish in the North Channel. It is a story of cold, fatigue, friendship and decisions.

The book goes beyond solo achievements to explore depending on a team, the camaraderie of relays and the pressure of supporting others.

More than a memoir about swimming, this is a story of finding a place in the sea and a community.

A Life Well Swum is coming in August 2026. Read more in the free sample, or join the newsletter for publication updates.

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