Books

Resilience, Awareness, and Navigating Life's Hardest Moments

I write to help people navigate life's most challenging experiences — personally and professionally — with awareness, resilience, and integrity.

My work explores grief, change, identity, leadership, and the human capacity to heal and evolve, offering readers practical frameworks and compassionate insight they can apply in real life.

I'm the author of multiple books focused on resilience and awareness — several of which have earned international bestseller recognition — reaching readers across the globe who are navigating transition, loss, growth, and reinvention.

What I Write About

Core themes that run through all of my work

✦ Resilience in the face of adversity
✦ Awareness as a catalyst for growth and clarity
✦ Navigating grief, loss, and life transitions
✦ Emotional intelligence and self-leadership
✦ Healing the past without being defined by it
✦ Living and leading with greater authenticity
Smile From The Inside
#1 International Bestseller

These are not abstract ideas. They are lived experiences — translated into language, stories, and frameworks that help people move forward with steadiness and self-trust.

Frameworks That Support Real Change

Practical tools developed through decades of coaching, leadership, and human-development work

Smile From The Inside

The SMILE Method

Navigating the present moment with emotional resilience

  • S Shock
  • M Mock-acceptance
  • I In-Overwhelmdom
  • L Learning
  • E Embrace
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From Grief to Grace

The GRACE Method

Processing and integrating past experiences with compassion

  • G Going Deep
  • R Responsibility
  • A Activate Your Emotions
  • C Compassion
  • E Evolve
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Who My Books Are For

Support for people at different stages of life and challenge

For Adults & Professionals

My work resonates with adults who are navigating personal or professional transition, grief and significant life change, leadership pressure and emotional complexity, or a desire for resilience without bypassing difficult emotions.

These books are for readers who want depth without overwhelm — and tools they can apply in real life.

Smile From The Inside Smile You've Got This Smile From The Inside Smile From The Inside From Grief to Grace From Grief to Grace

For Children & Families

I also write children's and family books designed to help young readers — and the adults who love them — navigate big emotions and difficult experiences together.

These stories support families facing change, loss, or uncertainty — offering language and imagery that help children feel seen, safe, and supported.

Finn & The Ferocious Flu Finn & The Ferocious Flu Award-Winning Scout & The Serious Split Scout & The Serious Split Award-Winning Cole & The Colossal Change Cole & The Colossal Change Award-Winning

Coming Soon

Upcoming releases currently in development

Coming Soon

Corporate Clarity – The Six Levels of Awareness

Expanding awareness in leadership, relationships, and life.

Coming Soon

The SOLACE Method

A practical, compassionate framework for supporting people through grief, loss, or life-altering challenges — without fixing, minimizing, or abandoning.

Listen to "Finn & The Ferocious Flu"

Experience the award-winning story through our audiobook version

Special thanks to Spencer Humm (the mastermind), Duncan Pace (producer and dad), and Spring Pace (the voice of Finn).

Beyond the Page

My work as an author is deeply connected to my work as a coach, speaker, and advisor.

The same values guide all of it: clarity, compassion, honesty, and respect for the human experience.

At the heart of every book is a simple intention:

To help people feel less alone, more resourced, and better equipped to move forward.

Free Resources

Start your journey with these complimentary tools and guides

Intuitive Leadership

Eight steps to become a more effective leader and gain insight into your authentic leadership style.

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The SMILE Method

An introduction to the bestselling method for overcoming challenges and reclaiming your happiness.

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The GRACE Method

Learn the foundational steps for healing your past and aligning with your true purpose.

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Mindfulness Guide

Practical techniques for building resilience and maintaining focus in challenging times.

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