Cynical Hope – The Book I Never Meant to Write (But Had To)

After nearly two years of writing in the quiet hours between work, family, and real life — I finally hit publish.
And somehow… Cynical Hope became the book I never meant to write, but absolutely had to.

This isn’t a self-help book.
It’s not some motivational speech in paperback form.
It’s messy. It’s personal. It’s honest.

From childhood stories and Army memories to love, loss, doubt, and meaning — this book is me trying to figure out what the hell it all means, and laughing at myself along the way.

🟡 If you’ve ever found yourself stuck between cynicism and hope — this is for you.
🟠 If you enjoy real stories told with humor and meaning — this is for you.
🟢 If you want to support an independent author (me) — this is definitely for you.

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https://a.co/d/6aFM4si Grab your copy on Amazon here:

(both Kindle and Paperback are available)

And if you do read it, I’d love to hear what you think — the good, the bad, the “damn dude, that chapter hit.”

Thanks for being here.

– Brian Atchley
Author of Cynical Hope | Creator of ESCA3