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18 Words to Live By: A Father's Wisdom on What Matters Most Paperback – March 31, 2022

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Are you drifting through life?

Do you want to leave a powerful legacy but aren’t sure where to start?

Would you like to make a difference not only today, but also a hundred years from now?

If so, you need a compass, a collection of essential values to carry with you on life’s journey. They will help you become a person of character and guide you through the fog and confusion of the modern world.

Originally written as letters from a father to his son, 18 Words to Live By is a practical handbook for life and a heartfelt reminder of what matters most.

If you’re ready to stop drifting and want to live with more intention and purpose, this book is for you. Whether you’re 18 or 80, you’re never too old for a father’s wisdom.
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    March 31, 2022
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ New Athens Publishing (March 31, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 168 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1957189029
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1957189024
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.42 x 7 inches
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Kent Sanders is the founder of Inkwell Ghostwriting, which helps leaders grow their business through books and other content. He is also the author and co-author of numerous books, including 18 Words to Live By: A Father’s Wisdom on What Matters Most and co-author of The Faith of Elvis: A Story Only a Brother Can Tell with Billy Stanley, Elvis Presley’s stepbrother.

In addition to writing books for himself and his clients, Kent loves to help other writers. He is the host of the Daily Writer podcast, which helps writers cultivate the habits for creative success, and the founder of the Daily Writer membership community. He lives just outside of St. Louis and enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and teenage son.

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A great book on life lessons. Kent's style is easy-to-read, with compelling stories from his own life, making me think how I could apply these "18 Words" to my own life. Worth reading and sharing with others.
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JaneAnderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy read style with realistic fatherly tone.
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
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I bought this book for my grandson. I read it and thought, through page after page, I could see myself saying those things and giving that gentle advice, if I could write like that. Just an all around comfortable book that makes you wish you'd been there.
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David Steininger
5.0 out of 5 stars What a gift!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2022
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Personable and rich with humbly-offered wisdom and practical advice.

You might be tempted to pass it by, thinking it looks like just another fluffy "gift book" you'd find in a grocery store checkout lane during graduation season. But there's nothing fluffy about it. "18 Words" is much more Harvard Business Review than Hallmark Store. It isn't a book to help you FEEL better. It's a book to help you LIVE better.

Sanders wrote this as an 18th birthday gift to his son, but it's a gift to anyone who reads it. I found it inspiring and insightful as a 36 year old business owner, and I'm eager to read it again soon. This time out loud to my young boys.
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Ken Hannaman
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful Wisdom for Life!
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2022
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I thoroughly enjoyed every single short chapter of this book! Each chapter focuses on an important word for living a life “well-lived.” As I easily devoured each chapter on a short plane ride, I found myself wondering how better we’d all be as a human species if we truly displayed the knowledge within this book. This is really a great book to pull out and reference as we reach more challenging times in life or when we need to pause and reflect. It really does make a great gift for a high school graduate as they embark on adulthood. I intend to buy quite a few copies of this book and give them out as teachable nuggets of powerful wisdom for life!
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Andy Storch
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful values for anyone to live by
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2022
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I am big on living my values and being a great father and Kent Sanders obviously feels the same. I'm also very big on being intentional in life, being curious, and being kind to others and I know Kent Sanders feels the same because elaborates on these and many other really great values in this short, and wonderful read.

Honestly if you are looking for some wisdom to help you live a great life, you need look no further. This book was written for Kent's son but it applies to all of us. Give it a read.

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Author of Own Your Career Own Your Life
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Sarah Geringer
5.0 out of 5 stars Warm-hearted advice not only for young adults
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2022
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This book would make a great gift for a high school senior at graduation. It is also a good read for creative people looking for practical encouragement. I especially liked the part about identifying five goals for starting a business. A short, encouraging read.
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Jim W
5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring, encouraging read that is full of wisdom and is the perfect gift for anyone.
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2022
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This book is small in size, but it absolutely filled with wisdom. It's a book that will make you think and will challenge you. I personally wrote in the margins and underlined many great passages. I could easily see this book being the ultimate gift for someone graduating or on someone's 18th birthday. If you value wisdom and insight, this book is an absolute treasure chest of both.
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Cliff Feightner
5.0 out of 5 stars A great look at my life through Kent's words
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2022
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I read this book in bits and pieces and it's worth another read, or two, or more.

Though this book was written for his son, I felt like Kent was directing his words to me.

And if you are reading these words and you are looking to buy a book to give as a graduation gift, I recommend this one.
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jkf
5.0 out of 5 stars Required Reading - Dads share this book with your sons before they leave for college
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2022
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Reading this book with my son before he heads off to college in a few weeks. The 18 words along with the discussion questions have been a great way for us to spend some quality time together as well as an opportunity to impart some wisdom in the process. Highly recommend!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for your young man/ woman!
Reviewed in Canada on November 1, 2022
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I bought a copy for part of my son’s graduation present (books and money) after somebody on a stoic philosophy chat group recommended it. I peeked at a few pages and bought a copy for myself as well. It’s full of inspiring wisdom from someone who seems like a normal person, not a guru but somebody in the trenches. Is well researched and humble writing style is very appealing. I wish I’d read this decades ago!
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