Biography
Mark Manson writes straight-talking, evidence-aware self-help that challenges conventional positivity. He started as a blogger, published Models (2011), and broke out with The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck (2016), followed by Everything Is F*cked (2019). In 2021, he co-authored the memoir Will with Will Smith. He speaks to readers craving clarity about values, choice, and responsibility. The Mark Manson book list includes bestsellers translated into dozens of languages and a 2023 documentary based on The Subtle Art.
Author Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Original Language | English (3668) |
| Born On | 1984 (1) |
| Genre | nonfiction (30), self-help (20) |
| Category | Personal Development (697) |
| Topics | happiness (48), relationship (2), resilience (106), responsibility (55), values (51) |
| Audiences | creatives (69), entrepreneurs (1006), leaders (2619), professionals (751), students (3111) |
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Mark Manson is an American author and blogger known for blunt, research-backed advice on values, responsibility, and emotional clarity. His breakout bestseller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck reshaped modern self-help with humor and candor, and he continued with Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope. He also co-authored the memoir Will with Will Smith. The Mark Manson book list features widely translated titles that have sold millions worldwide, reaching readers looking for practical wisdom without the fluff.
Interview Questions
Why do you emphasize “not giving a f*ck” in your work?
It’s not about apathy; it’s about choosing better values and being selective about what deserves your limited attention. Caring less about trivial metrics lets you care more about what truly matters—relationships, contributions, and integrity.
What did you learn co-authoring Will with Will Smith?
The process underscored how discipline and fear can both drive achievement but also create personal costs. We spent years unpacking stories to find the emotional truth, focusing on honesty over image, and shaping a narrative that showed growth through vulnerability.
How do you define hope in Everything Is F*cked?
Hope is a psychological engine that aligns our Feeling Brain and Thinking Brain toward worthwhile problems. You don’t remove struggle; you choose better struggles with clear values, realistic expectations, and responsibility for your responses.
Why use blunt language and humor in your writing?
It helps cut through noise and defensiveness. The tone disarms readers and makes difficult ideas—like accepting pain and limits—more accessible, while still grounding arguments in psychology and practical behavior change.
What advice do you give for managing modern distraction?
Define your values first, then align your attention with them. Use constraints—fewer apps, scheduled deep work, and clear boundaries—so your daily choices reflect what you’ve decided actually matters.