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The Life I Chose to Build — Signed Collector’s Edition

A forthcoming book by Dr. Jonathan L. Kimble

The Life I Chose to Build by Dr. Jonathan L. Kimble — cover concept
Cover concept. Final cover and subtitle may change.

Planned release: January 23, 2027

Signed & Numbered Collector’s Edition · Limited to 100 Copies

Own a signed and numbered collector’s edition

$69 plus $9.95 U.S. shipping per copy and applicable tax

A hardcover personally autographed by Dr. Jonathan L. Kimble and individually numbered 1/100 through 100/100. This collector’s edition is limited to 100 copies; future standard editions are separate. Copy numbers will be assigned during fulfillment; specific numbers are not guaranteed.

Preorder your signed copy — $69

Payment is charged at checkout. U.S. shipping is $9.95 per copy, plus applicable tax. Estimated dispatch January 11–15, 2027.

How do you build a different future?

Starting again asks more of us than a burst of motivation. It asks us to make decisions, seek support, learn from setbacks, and keep moving with intention.

In his forthcoming book, Dr. Kimble explores self-leadership through selected experiences in military service, career transitions, education, leadership, and creative work. The focus is on the choices behind the journey—and the questions those choices can help you ask about your own next chapter.

This is a practical, reflective book for people rebuilding confidence or changing direction: veterans, career changers, emerging leaders, and adults returning to education.

Ask about book launch updates

The title, subtitle, and cover remain provisional. Cancel before dispatch for a full refund by emailing info@linkmotivation.com with your order number.

Signed & Numbered Collector’s Edition

Preorder deadline & planned shipping

Order by December 4, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time—or before all 100 copies are reserved, whichever comes first. Preorders are paid in full at checkout. Availability is limited to the remaining collector’s-edition allocation.

  1. December 7, 2026: Target date to submit the approved print batch.
  2. By January 4, 2027: Target delivery of the books to Dr. Kimble for signing and numbering.
  3. January 4–10: A dedicated week to personally autograph, number, and prepare the collector’s edition.
  4. January 11–15: Planned dispatch to readers, ahead of the January 23, 2027 release.

Preorder your signed copy — $69

Payment is charged at checkout. U.S. shipping is $9.95 per copy, plus applicable tax. Estimated dispatch January 11–15, 2027.

These are planning dates, subject to approved print-ready files and the printer’s confirmed schedule. Dispatch means the date your book is handed to the carrier. Delivery time depends on destination and service; arrival before release day is not guaranteed.

Books will be sent to Dr. Kimble first for his signature, then shipped to purchasers. If the schedule changes, purchasers will receive an update with the revised timing and cancellation/refund options.

A practical perspective on your next chapter

  • Starting again: Reconsider what is possible when your circumstances or direction change.
  • Leading yourself: Examine the decisions, preparation, and everyday actions that shape your future.
  • Learning from experience: Look beyond accomplishments to the tradeoffs, setbacks, support, and lessons behind them.
  • Moving with intention: Connect reflection with questions you can bring to your own life and work.

The book is being developed as a complete reading experience. You will not need to purchase coaching to benefit from it.

Bring the conversation to your community

Invite Dr. Jonathan L. Kimble to join your book club, podcast, radio program, interview, or launch event. Conversations can explore starting again, self-leadership, military-to-civilian transitions, career change, and the choices that shape a meaningful next chapter.

  • Book clubs: Request an author Q&A or a facilitated discussion, virtually or in person where available.
  • Media and interviews: Explore podcast, radio, video, print, and digital features surrounding the book and its themes.
  • Launch events and speaking: Inquire about readings, signings, moderated conversations, and speaking engagements.

Please include your organization, preferred dates, location or platform, audience size, and proposed format. Appearances are subject to availability; fees, travel, and event details are agreed individually.

Discuss a book club, interview, or event

About the author

Dr. Jonathan L. Kimble is a certified life coach through Coach Training Alliance and the founder of Link Motivation. He brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across military and corporate settings, together with work in academia, real estate, and broadcasting. He is also a co-host of Grown Men Talk.

His work centers on clarity, purposeful action, and the relationships that help people move forward.

Meet Dr. Kimble · Book and media inquiries

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