Independent Wrestler To Release Novel
News / November 19, 2024

Former independent wrestler Daniel Alexander Harrington has written a novel based on his experiences in and out of the ring. Before It Kills Me, to be released on December 10, is: “a raw and deeply personal exploration of the relentless world of indie professional wrestling. Drawing from his own experiences, Harrington weaves a powerful story of dreams, addiction, and sacrifice. Set in the Southern wrestling circuit, the novel follows Mason Grady, known in the ring as ‘High Heat,’ as he battles the ghosts of addiction and the physical toll of his craft. Harrington  captures the grit of indie wrestling, where the lights are dim, the paychecks slim, and the sacrifices heartbreakingly real. Promoting the book, Harrington said wrestling “was the only thing I ever felt I was truly good at. Wrestling wasn’t just a business—it was a part of who I was. The day I was told my dream was over was devastating. Writing helped me process that loss and gave me a way to create something meaningful.” Here’s the full blurb An Insider’s Perspective: Harrington draws on his years in the ring to create an authentic portrayal of the indie wrestling world, from the camaraderie to the grueling toll…