Born in Belfast, Bound for Greatness

At 82, Fred Thompson has finally shared the tale of an extraordinary life. Born into poverty in post-war Belfast, he forged his own path as an immigrant, entrepreneur, ultra-marathon runner and race-horse owner.

Fred’s debut memoir is packed with warmth, wit and hard-won lessons that will lift your spirits and remind you it is never too late to chase a dream.

Ready for a remarkable read? Secure your copy today and walk, or run, alongside Fred on every page.

Turning Loss into Legacy

After losing his beloved daughter-in-law, Lucinda, to cancer in 2020, Fred wanted to honour her legacy in a meaningful way. He chose to partner with Breast Cancer Trials, Australia’s leading organisation dedicated to improving treatments and outcomes for people affected by breast cancer through groundbreaking clinical trials.

For every copy of the book sold, $5 will be donated to Breast Cancer Trials to support their life-saving research. By purchasing this book, you’re not only sharing in Fred’s story, you’re helping fund the science that gives hope to thousands of families across Australia and beyond.

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