Professional writers call them “elevator pitches.” If you had only a short elevator ride to pitch your book to a (pick one) agent, publisher or reader, what would you say?

Well, here’s mine:

Retirement can be scary. It was for me. The temptation is to see it as an ending—to physical abilities, mental agility, important relationships, meaningful work, decent income—and the freedom and joy these bring.

But research shows it doesn’t have to be that way.

Never have I had more opportunity to chase my dreams.

Never have I had more opportunity to help others do the same.

That’s been my experience. And that’s what my book is all about.