Dvora Meyers is a New York-based writer and journalist. In 2012, she provided all of the Olympic gymnastics coverage for Deadspin and Jezebel, chronicling the results of the competition as well as her own commentary. Her work on the sport has also appeared in ESPN, Slate, VICE, and The Atlantic. Her other non-gymnastics related writing has been published in The New York Times, Elle, Tablet, New York magazine, and several other publications.
"Delightful and insightful."
*The Wall Street Journal*
“In the engaging and insightful The End of the Perfect 10, Dvora
Meyers uses the most famous number in gymnastics as the starting
point for an entertaining exploration into the past, present, and
future of the sport. Meyers' love of gymnastics jumps off every
page, but her reporting and penetrating observations bring clarity
to a sport and system that are often shrouded in mystery and
controversy … An invaluable book for fans, competitors, coaches,
judges, and everyone who has ever marveled at some of the most
gifted athletes in the world.”
*Shawn Fury, author of Rise and Fire*
"Like a backstage pass to the mysterious world of Olympic
athletics."
*Library Journal*
"Brimming with energetic intelligence, wit, and insight-a-page
storytelling, The End of The Perfect 10 is more than an instant
classic of gymnastics reporting: it's an indispensable read for
anyone who's ever wondered what we really mean when speak about
perfection."
*Avi Steinberg, author of Running the Books and The Lost Book of
Mormon*
“Blows the lid off any book of its kind. . . . the Simone
Biles of gymnastics books.”
*Slate*
“Seasoned journalist Dvora Meyers examines competitive gymnastics
over the last few decades, and calls into analysis the change in
scoring systems, the levels of athleticism and the overall future
of what the rhythmic sport may hold.”
*Parade.com*
“If you want to impress your friends with your knowledge of
gymnastics judging, read this fascinating book.”
*Bustle*
“Meyers guides readers through the nuances of the new system and
how the sport’s history forced the system to change.”
*Excelle Sports*
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