Emily and Jake embark on a six-month journey to Port Isabel, Texas, seeking a break from their routine lives. They quickly become part of a close-knit community of Winter Texans, spending their days on the sunlit beaches of South Padre Island and their evenings enjoying local gatherings.Read More
A Warrior’s Last Words follows the extraordinary life of Nakano Takeko, a warrior bound by honor, duty, and an unwavering commitment to the samurai way. Born into the Aizu Domain in 1847, Takeko defies societal expectations, mastering the naginata and embracing the teachings of Bushidō under the guidance of her father and the finest samurai sensei. From childhood, her relentless determination carves a place for herself in a world dominated by men.Read More
You remember the harsh words you said once in anger.
The birthday you missed.
The moments you wish you could redo.
But what if the story you’ve been telling yourself is wrong?
In Be Careful What You Believe, bestselling author Keith Thorn invites you to step back from the guilt-soaked narratives we so often carry—especially as parents, partners, or imperfect people trying to get it right. Through honest reflections, tender stories, and powerful reframing, this book reveals a truth many miss: you probably did better than you think.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
Join Keith and Melody on a thrilling road trip from St. Louis to the tropical warmth of Port Isabel and South Padre Island. Leaving behind the Midwest’s first frost, they embark on an 80-day adventure, navigating highways, meeting unforgettable people, and journaling their transition into life as Winter Texans.Read More
A Quiet Journey into Letting Help In, Letting Legacy Out, and Living with Meaning
Some lessons come in whispers. Others in worn tools, folded flags, or the quiet presence of someone who showed up when it mattered most. In Receiving It Forward, Keith Thorn shares heartfelt reflections and real-life stories that invite readers to embrace humility, grace, and the art of accepting help as an act of strength—not weakness.
Through moments of brokenness and restoration, Thorn weaves a tapestry of memory, gratitude, and quiet wisdom passed down from those who made a difference without asking for applause. Whether it’s a neighbor’s ladder, a stepfather’s shovel, or a veteran’s flag, each chapter reminds us that what we inherit isn’t just objects—it’s ways of being in the world.Read More
They say life is a journey—but it becomes an unforgettable adventure when you find someone who doesnʼt just ride shotgun, but cheers you on at every turn. In Sheʼs Not Just Along for the Ride: A Journey With My Biggest Fan, Keith Thorn invites readers into a heartfelt, humorous, and deeply personal memoir of love rediscovered later in life.Read More
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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.
Through personal stories and timeless truths, Thorn reveals how martial arts becomes less about recognition and more about relationship—with self, others, and the present moment.
Whether or not the next rank ever comes, he knows now: presence was the point all along.
This is a book for anyone still growing.
Stillness in the Storm invites you into a year of grounded presence, quiet strength, and mindful living.
Rooted in the deep traditions of Aikido and enriched by teachings from Zen, Taoism, Buddhism, Indigenous wisdom, Stoicism, African proverbs, and select Christian insights, this 365-day journey is a daily return to center—where calm meets clarity, and action begins in stillness.
Each entry begins with a simple truth: Ki is extended…
What follows is a reflection on life, energy, and spiritual practice—drawn from real experiences, dojo lessons, and timeless wisdom from across cultures and philosophies.Read More
Through highways, back roads, and life’s unexpected detours, The Long Road to Here is a memoir of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. Set against the backdrop of scenic landscapes and pivotal crossroads, this deeply personal journey weaves together past travels, relationships, and the choices that shaped a new beginning in Port Isabel. Exploring themes of love and loss, family and estrangement, grief and renewal, it reveals how every road—no matter how winding—leads us to exactly where we are meant to be.
After losing his mother and feeling an ever-widening distance from his children, Jack Callahan makes an impulsive decision—he leaves behind his life in Illinois and heads south to Port Isabel, Texas. With only his loyal dog, Cardi, and aloof cat, Millicent, as company, he embraces the solitude of RV life, believing it will bring him the peace he desperately seeks.Read More
Port Isabel is more than just a destination—it’s a place of transformation. The waves whisper lessons of resilience, the wind carries the echoes of change, and the quiet moments offer wisdom only time and reflection can reveal.
In Waves, Wind, and Wisdom, Keith Thorn shares personal reflections, life lessons, and thought-provoking stories inspired by the rhythm of coastal life. From the shifting tides to the endless horizon, this collection explores the things we carry—memories, fears, habits, and beliefs—and the moment we finally let them go.Read More
Old Roads, New Lessons is a heartfelt return to the familiar, where old paths meet new perspectives and the roads we thought we knew reveal deeper truths. In this soulful continuation of the series, Keith Thorn revisits places that once shaped him—both literal and emotional landscapes—with the wisdom gained from seasons of loss, healing, love, and rediscovery.
This collection of 53 short essays reflects on the quiet revelations that only time can bring: how silence in a familiar place can sound new, how footsteps on old trails echo with different meaning, and how letting go sometimes happens in the very places we first held on.Read More
The road isn’t just a path to new places—it’s a journey inward, a teacher that shapes us through quiet moments, shared fires, and lessons learned beneath open skies. In Waves, Wind, and Wisdom: Volume Two, Keith Thorn continues his reflection on travel, connection, and the quiet truths discovered along the shores of Port Isabel, the winds of South Padre Island, and the endless stretches of the open road. Through deeply personal journal entries, this volume captures the essence of what it means to embrace change, face endings, and honor the quiet wisdom found in both solitude and companionship. From the echoes of campfire conversations to the lessons left behind by the tide, these stories are about more than destinations.Read More
In this deeply honest and soulfully written collection, Keith Thorn offers a lifetime of wisdom shaped by pain, redemption, love, and grace. What I Hope You Remember is a series of heartfelt reflections and letters—written to his children, to his younger self, to the reader, and to the people he’s loved and lost along the way.Read More
The Story Behind the Silence is a deeply personal memoir that weaves through love, loss, and the long road to healing. Written as a legacy of truth for those who may never hear it in person, the book invites readers into the soul of a father reckoning with his past, reflecting on hard-earned wisdom, and learning that forgiveness—of others and of self—is often the truest act of love.Read More
