Here in the Midwest, the leaves are falling, cooler winds are blowing in, and the first snowfall is already in the forecast. This is my favorite time of year.
With Thanksgiving and Christmas on the way, the holiday season is upon us. That means a time for family, a time when we reevaluate the role that faith plays in our lives, and a time when we prepare for the future with new goals and plans for the year ahead.
It’s also the best time of year for passionate football fans. High school teams are already battling through the playoffs while college and pro teams are fighting to earn postseason spots.
Yes, it’s the perfect time of year—a time when faith, family, and football all come together. And my latest book, Life to the Fullest, is the perfect read for this time of year.
Life to the Fullest is a story written specifically for the holiday season. The setting is a town where faith, family, and football are embedded in the culture.
But it’s more than the setting that makes this an ideal read for the holidays. Ultimately, this book is about the importance of living the specific purpose you were born to live. It’s about following YOUR heart no matter what comes your way…and what can happen if you don’t.
Like other books in the Sports for the Soul series, Life to the Fullest is a sports fable that teaches lessons essential to a life of success and happiness. In this book, you will discover a simple five-step formula that should be applied to any important decision you’re about to make. By following these five steps, you’ll ensure that you’re always living your true purpose in life.
In the tradition of holiday classics like It’s a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Carol, the main character in Life to the Fullest is a football coach questioning the decisions he’s made throughout his life and looking for guidance about his future. He receives a special gift when he gets to see what his life would look like if he had taken a different path.
The result is a story I’m proud to say is having a memorable and powerful impact on readers.
Here are some quick statements from actual Life to the Fullest readers who have already left public, five-star reviews on Amazon. I can’t tell you how proud I am to see these reviews…
“This is one of the most inspiring books I’ve read this year.”
“I wasn’t sure Darrin Donnelly could top Relentless Optimism but he certainly did with Life to the Fullest. All of his books have helped me so much at a time I really needed the inspiration. His storytelling through sports keeps the pages turning and does not let you put the book down. … These books really can change your life.”
“Interesting, inspiring, and will provide sound wisdom about what life really should be about. You will not be disappointed with reading this book.”
“This book was perfect! It is what I needed at that moment in my life!”
“This book has great characters that can be easily identified with and you care about how their life plays out. This one was written so vividly that I felt like I was there. … I felt like I had watched a great movie when I finished this book. Well done!”
(See more reviews for Life to the Fullest on Amazon.com)
If you’re a sports fan looking for the perfect book this holiday season, I urge you to read Life to the Fullest. It will not only inspire you with a powerful message, but it will also reveal the five simple steps that should be applied to any important decision you make about your future.
This is the ideal read for anyone looking for inspiration or guidance this holiday season.
Life to the Fullest: A Story About Finding Your Purpose and Following Your Heart is available here.
