Chasing Lightning

About the Book

Chasing Lightning: The Pursuit of Successful Living in America is the culmination of an exploration of the American dream and the struggle to live a “successful life.” Wondering if they were on the right life path and in the right career, author Chris Moeller and friend Brian Ardinger quit their jobs, packed up their worldly belongings, and set off on a 6-month journey across America to explore the meaning of success and happiness in today’s society. Through interviews and chance meetings with over a hundred people, they gathered information for their Quest-4 web site (www.quest-4.com) and stepped closer to understanding their own place in the world around them.

Written as a travel adventure, Chasing Lightning is a parable for modern times. Join Chris and Brian on their quest as they leave their old lives behind and journey out into the unknown in search of answers. Explore the roadways and sights of America, meet and talk to people of all walks of life, hear philosophy on successful living and draw your own conclusions. Are you on your right path? Are you following your life’s calling? Is there a secret to living successfully? Join in the quest and find out…

About the Author

Chris Moeller is a writer, painter, and insatiable explorer. His quest for knowledge and new experiences has led him to travel extensively throughout Asia, Europe, and North and South America. Trained as a journalist, Chris is always observing the ways of the world and how people live and enjoy that thing called “life.” His “work” roles have included, among other things, creative director, freelance writer, illustrator, and web designer. Though a perpetual nomad, Chris currently lives in Washington, D.C. Chasing Lightning is his first book.