How to Live

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“Ghost of My Father is a poignant example of the value of positive role models. ”

Amy MackCEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound

“Not only captivating, but also insightful… digs deep into many themes; family dynamics, forgiveness, grace, legacy, hope…”

Jen Moff

“The author’s prose style is compelling, due in part to his interest in classical mythology and modern popular culture… Berkun’s memoir is ideally suited to an audience that’s similarly concerned with the challenges of adulthood and parenthood in the 21st century. their very existence.

Scott’s book is concise, breezy, yet filled with excellent strategies for succeeding when the world — or, at least, your organization—is tilted against you.”

Kirkus Reviews

“When I finished it, I felt more human and less alone.”

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The Ghost of My Father

From bestselling author Scott Berkun comes this powerful story about family, identity and self-discovery. A captivating and honest exploration of who we are, and how we must choose our own way forward in life no matter what happens to us. Berkun’s relationship with his father defined him, until he chose to try and define himself.

With thoughtful stories that explore the meaning of Darth Vader, the mysteries of Frankenstein and the lyrics of Bruce Springsteen, Berkun combines themes from his own life with famous films and legends, to help readers ask universal questions about the first adults we know in our lives.

Bonus Resources

“Ghost of My Father is a poignant example of the value of positive role models. ”

Amy MackCEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound

“Not only captivating, but also insightful… digs deep into many themes; family dynamics, forgiveness, grace, legacy, hope…”

Jen Moff

“The author’s prose style is compelling, due in part to his interest in classical mythology and modern popular culture… Berkun’s memoir is ideally suited to an audience that’s similarly concerned with the challenges of adulthood and parenthood in the 21st century. their very existence.

Scott’s book is concise, breezy, yet filled with excellent strategies for succeeding when the world — or, at least, your organization—is tilted against you.”

Kirkus Reviews

“When I finished it, I felt more human and less alone.”

Heather bussing

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Mindfire: Big Ideas for Curious Minds

This definitive best-of collection of Berkun’s online writings, provocative and  entertaining, guaranteed to make you think & smile.

Essays include famous missives such as:

  • How to be a free thinker
  • The Cult of busy
  • Why smart people defend bad ideas
  • Street smarts vs. Book smarts
  • Hating vs. loving
  • How to make a difference
  • And more than 20 other provocations that will motivate, delight and inspire.

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“The ideas contained in the essays are persuasive and it’s a fun, well focused read.”

Simon Moore

“Some great ideas here. Can be read from middle or end or anywhere in-between, i’m glad i got it. Written well and very motivating.”

Rory Gatfield

“What’s unusual about this book is the incredible directness of the author’s ideas… Scott Berkun in this book manages the art of speaking directly into my brain.”

James Fructerman

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