“No Grapes in Grateful” is a 200-page journey of perspective-shifting wisdom, rooted in the raw truth that life doesn’t always go as planned—and that’s the point. Inspired by the mindset of Good (Jocko Willink), this book challenges the reader to abandon bitterness, excuse-making, and regret in favor of acceptance, action, and quiet thankfulness. Read More
In this heartfelt reflection on decades of Ki-Aikido practice, Keith Thorn shares the quiet power of simply showing up. This isn’t a story of titles earned, but of lessons lived—on the mat and beyond. With honesty and humility, he writes about falling, returning, aging, and learning to bow not just with the body, but with the spirit. Read More
Inspired by the principle: “Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness, and just be happy.”
This book blends narrative storytelling with deep philosophical exploration of Ki-Aikido, centering on a security guard’s real-world journey of self-mastery, conflict resolution, and the true meaning of power.Read More
Behind every strong voice is a silent struggle.
UNMASKED is a raw, reflective journey into the truths we hide to protect the image we’ve built. With unflinching honesty, Keith Thorn invites you behind the curtain of a life that looked resilient on the outside—but often wrestled in silence on the inside.
This is not a book about fixing your past.
It’s about owning it. Facing it. And finally breathing without the weight of pretending.
In a world obsessed with image, UNMASKED is a permission slip to be real—and a roadmap back to wholeness.
In a world obsessed with hustle, author and Aikido practitioner Keith Thorn reveals the quiet rhythm that steadies the storm: the breath. Drawing from decades of martial training, spiritual reflection, and real-life tests of faith, this book blends ancient Ki-Aikido wisdom with modern neuroscience and personal story. Read More
Years ago, Keith Thorn had a conversation with a friend who said, “I just can’t believe the story of Jonah and the whale.” Thorn’s reply was simple: “All miracles take the same faith—from Christ’s resurrection to waking up each morning.”
That moment planted a lifelong question: Why do we reject belief not because it’s unbelievable, but because of what belief would require of us?
In What’s Your Nineveh?, Thorn re-imagines the ancient story of Jonah as a modern mirror for the quiet ways we flee from purpose, conviction, and the words God lays on our hearts. When we suppress what we’re called to say or do, we end up swallowed by our own silence—an inner hell of unrest, anxiety, and regret. Read More
In this honest, soulful journey through life’s most difficult terrain, author Keith Thorn shares timeless truths about pain, resilience, and transformation. Whether you’re grieving a loss, rebuilding your life, or simply searching for deeper meaning, No Mud. No Lotus offers powerful reflections and practical wisdom for turning suffering into strength.
With raw stories, gentle guidance, and grounded hope, this book reminds us:
You are not broken. You are becoming.
Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite –
Life is full of surprises. Not everything goes according to plan. So, what do you do when your desires are not fulfilled? In No Grapes in Grateful, Keith Thorn encourages readers to choose gratitude and resilience over resentment and bitterness. This book teaches you to face the disappointment and fear of unmet expectations head-on and strive onward toward the path of growth and gratitude. Good doesn’t always show up the way you thought it would. Learn to detox yourself from disappointment. Don’t hold grudges, build resilience from failure, keep your hopes alive even after close misses, never let an “almost” define your identity, recover from loss through faith, courage, and love, begin your healing journey without forgetting your past, transform your memories into wisdom, and much more.
We cannot let life’s disappointments overwhelm our lives. No Grapes in Grateful is the perfect book to learn how to navigate these unexpected disappointments and continue to live grateful and meaningful lives that we find fulfilling. What I liked about this illuminating self-help guide is author Keith Thorn’s clear and engaging explanations of each topic featured in the book. Much of what Thorn explores here are ideas that every person subconsciously already knows, yet most people struggle to practice in everyday life. By presenting these ideas and concepts in a single book that is not only accessible but also very easy to follow, the author makes this guide a must-read for anyone who feels a little overwhelmed in life. All in all, I think this is a very thoughtful and informative book, and I highly recommend it.
Suzanne Groves, Author –
Reading “No Grapes In Grateful” feels like sitting in front of a cozy fire enveloped in a cashmere sweater, savoring your favorite beverage, petting your beloved pet(s), and enjoying the scent of your most comforting candle all while listening to gentle raindrops falling just outside your door. Or, like sitting in the same room with a wise grandfather who, while smoking his pipe, dispatches important life lessons – not about the material things in this life, but the deeply spiritual. The spirit that is YOUR spirit…and how best to protect it through universal (but oft-misunderstood) truisms: resilience, gratitude, growth, forgiveness, hope, and peace. Keith Thorn’s book begins with a question: “What if gratitude wasn’t about what’s given, but about what’s grown?” And to that, he writes, “Growth means returning – again and again – to the kind of person you truly want to be.” Can living in a world as complex as ours really be so simple as staying focused on our own peace, or own self-worth, or own dreams even if they’re often elusive? From Thorn’s book, I would say “yes.” But it will require daily work, which is why this book is so valuable.
Make no mistake…his philosophies aren’t earth-shattering or even entirely unique. Yet, the magic is how he weaves these philosophies together to provide readers with a heartfelt, loving roadmap for living a life where bitterness, grudges, and self-recrimination are unwelcome guests. In total, “No Grapes In Grateful” is a beautifully written love letter to humanity, and it could not have been published at a more apropos time. This book is one not to be gulped, but to be savored as you reflect upon how each of his chapters resonate with you. I highly recommend this book and will be giving copies to several friends in the coming year.
Liora Bennett –
I just finished reading No Grapes in Grateful, and congratulations on creating such a heartfelt and hopeful work. What really stood out is how you re-frame gratitude, not as something tied to what we’re given, but to what we grow through. That perspective is both grounding and liberating.
International Writers Inspiring Change –
No Grapes in Grateful is a deeply personal reflection on what it means to stay soft, strong, and rooted—especially when life doesn’t go as planned. Author Keith Thorn offers readers an honest and hope-filled look at the moments we don’t post about: the near-misses, the delays, the disappointments, and the silent prayers left unanswered.
Through thirteen heartfelt chapters and powerful bonus pages, Thorn gently dismantles the myth that gratitude only belongs to those who’ve received what they asked for. Instead, he makes a compelling case that some of life’s greatest gifts come not from getting—but from growing.
Blending memoir, reflection, and practical tools, No Grapes in Grateful is for anyone who’s ever asked, “Where’s the good in this?” and hoped there was still purpose in the pause. With warmth and wisdom, this book invites you to trade bitterness for better, and to discover that even without grapes, there is still so much to be grateful for.