I related to this book on many levels and it gave me almost a companion whilst I was also grieving the loss of my son and the trauma of this. The opportunity to explore another's journey through the grief process and whilst navigating this myself. The reality of fame and fortune does not give you anonymity to the up and downs of life. The internal conversations had by both writers and how their relationship developed on and off the page. I read and listened to this book and it inspired me to recognise that whilst things don't pass they find a place in the new life that has been created.
A BOOK OF THE YEAR, ROLLING STONE, NPR, PITCHFORK, THE TIMES (LONDON), TELEGRAPH
“An astoundingly intimate book-length conversation on art and grief spanning the duration of the pandemic years . . . As with Cave’s music, you might flinch, but you will feel alive.” ― Pitchfork
Faith, Hope and Carnage is a book about Nick Cave’s inner life.
Created from more than forty hours of intimate conversations with the journalist Seán O’Hagan, this is a profoundly thoughtful exploration, in Cave’s own words, of what really drives his life and creativity.
The book examines questions of belief, art, music, freedom, grief…
I cant say I loved a book about people who are dishonest and killing others but it was written in a manner that allowed me to take part in the book without terrifying me. Whilst the reality that the story is true the book gave a different perspective and the workings of peoples dishonesty. I read and listened to this enjoyed both equally
As featured on The Joe Rogan Experience ______________________________ A journalist's twenty-year obsession with the Manson murders leads to shocking new conspiracy theories about the FBI's involvement in this fascinating re-evaluation of one of the most infamous cases in American history.
Twenty years ago, reporting for a routine magazine piece about the infamous Manson murders, journalist Tom O'Neill didn't expect to find anything new. But the discovery of horrifying new evidence kick-started an obsession and his life's work. What had he unearthed and what did it mean: why was there surveillance by intelligence agents? Why did the police make these particular…
I love this book it is a book I revisit at least twice a year. It is inspiring and forces me to reflect on my actions and what stops me from moving forward. It reminds me it's ok to make mistakes but the need to rectify them if it is in my power to do so. I listen ready and re read and I also give it to people alongside my own book. I also like the idea of being a mouse and all I have to do is eat cheese!!!!
Who Moved My Cheese? is a simple parable that reveals profound truths. It is the amusing and enlightening story of four characters who live in a maze and look for cheese to nourish them and make them happy. Cheese is a metaphor for what you want to have in life, for example a good job, a loving relationship, money or possessions, health or spiritual peace of mind. The maze is where you look for what you want, perhaps the organisation you work in, or the family or community you live in. The problem is that the cheese keeps moving.
It's interesting how different people have described this book and how I wrote it. This was the feedback from one: Your book Sht Creek to Somewhere Else* is powerful, raw, vulnerable, and deeply inspiring. The way you weave together the pain of child abuse, bullying, and abandonment with the triumph of building both a business and a family makes it a beacon of hope for anyone who feels defined by their past. It’s not just a memoir, it's a companion for those fighting through mental illness, addiction, or simply searching for proof that better days are possible. Here are three lessons that resonated deeply with me: Our past doesn’t define us. The journey shows how even the darkest beginnings can transform into strength and success. Healing is possible through courage. Facing abuse, bullying, and abandonment, then channeling it into growth, is an act of resilience that encourages others to do the same. Balance is achievable. You show how professional success and family life can thrive together, even after hardship. Here are some gentle discoveries I noticed, along with suggestions that might help elevate your book’s reach:
Because the title is striking, some readers may not realize at first how uplifting and healing the story actually is, positioning could make its inspirational side clearer.
Memoirs sometimes get lost in crowded categories; targeted visibility would help it stand out.
Many readers who need this message (those facing trauma or addiction) might not naturally find it unless it appears where they already search for guidance and support.
