LIGHT: A Story of Discovery and Transformation

by Steve Dunn Hanson

When a tech executive’s seemingly perfect life is turned upside down by his family's sudden abandonment and his business's looming failure, he begins to have otherworldly dreams that can unlock a new reality and transform his destiny.Alef Welch, a brilliant young CEO, is living a charmed life as head of a trendy conversational software company until his wife and daughter unexpectedly leave him. As he tries to reunite his family, a trusted business colleague turns on him, and the company he’s dedicated his life to is about to flatline. As he drifts toward the black hole that seems to be his fate, he has extraterrestrial dreams that defy explanation. They open doors to unimagined potential and freedom, and he is left at a critical crossroad. Will he cling to his familiar present life or embrace the extraordinary promise of an unknown new one?

Echoing the wisdom of Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist, this powerful story mirrors our own desires for personal growth and spiritual awakening.

“Steve Dunn Hanson has a gift for inspiring us to make important and meaningful changes in our lives and to really FEEL. His absorbing new novel, LIGHT, does just that. It is a compelling and emotional ride that lifts you to a higher plateau and gives you hope for your own better destiny.”—Jason F. Wright, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling novelist

247 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 11, 2023

About the author

Steve Dunn Hanson grew up in a small Idaho farm town and a ragged neighborhood in St. Louis. He and his wife, Joyce, raised their family in Orange County, California, and they currently live on a scenic hill in northeast Washington.
Steve graduated from BYU in economics and received an MA degree in political behavior from Arizona State. He served a Church mission as a young man to Australia and with his wife many years later to Romania. Steve has been a stake president and member of a temple presidency in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He is a landscape photographer, blogger, and the author of several published works including articles, poetry, hymns, novels, and self-help books. He and his wife are the parents of eight children, 28 grandchildren, and great grandchildren keep coming.
He has a hopper full of "reality" including having served for 15 years as a volunteer jail chaplain and flew with a former major U.S. presidential candidate in his small plane when an engine conked out. All of this is fodder for his writings.
You can find his blogs and poetry on his website: stevedunnhanson.com
His published books include:
The Mission
Joy, the Other Side of Sorrow
10 Principles of Love—To Help You Parent Your Adult Children
Observations: The Book of Mormon
The Course of Fate trilogy: FIND, SHATTER, and GATHER
Thanks for visiting, and as you read my books, if you feel so inclined, I'd appreciate a review.

Reviews

[Carol Nowling · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved reading this book! It's great to hear a story of people that learn important principles and the effect it can have on their (our) lives. It's good to be reminded that we can all choose who we want to be, and that choosing well brings happiness even in the midst of struggles.

[Elizabeth Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life changing

Pretty heady philosophy given substance by one man’s—and woman’s—struggles in life— and death. Ultimately uplifting and motivating. Somewhat reminiscent of of CS Lewis.

[Peggy Cannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought provoking

The unique storyline is cleverly filled with inspirational insights and universal truths. A great place to start a journey toward light.

[Dori · Rating 5 out of 5]

inspirational

I really enjoyed this book, not only was the book an enjoyable read, it was uplifting as well! I look forward to reading more of Steve Dunn Hanson’s books