Life Is Good

by Bert Jacobs, John Jacobs

Product Details Hardcover: 187 pages Publisher: Meredith Books; 1st edition (October 2007) Language: English

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help

187 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2007

About the author

In 1989, brothers Bert and John Jacobs designed their first T-shirts. They began selling their designs in the streets of Boston and out of an old van at colleges and street fairs. Today, the company offers more than 900 different items in 14 categories, and products are sold in approximately 4,500 retail stores in the U.S., and in 30 countries worldwide.

Reviews

[Gary Anderson]

You could make the case that this is barely a book at all, but it has a cover and pages, so let's go with it. Life is Good is my favorite t-shirt brand. I probably have twenty different Life is Good shirts. They are soft, oversized, optimistically funny, and the company supports good causes. The book version was a Christmas gift from one of my daughters, and I love it. Although I could have probably read the whole thing in ten minutes, I've been savoring it for weeks.

Each page spread includes a thoughtful aphorism and a smile-inducing picture of Jake and Rocket, the goofy Life is Good icons of a dude and his dog. Here are a couple of random takes: "Don't knock something. Build something," and "Takers may eat well, but givers sleep well."

I've been keeping this book on my desk, and I look at one page spread each day, several times a day. The words and images have become part of each day's positivity mantra. Now that I've finished the book, I'm starting over.

If you want to treat yourself, get this book and a Life is Good t-shirt.

[Gigi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful words to live by.

[Kathy Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never gets old, and makes me smile. I'm placing a copy on my coffee table as a passing reminder that life is good in so many simple, yet wonderful ways. Find yourself a used copy; it'll make you smile every bit as much as a new one.

[Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a collection of simple but meaningful Life is Good mantras and corresponding illustrations. I read it smiling throughout. Some of my favorites are: Write on; Read 'em and reap; and Simplify. The last one is one I struggle to embody. I'll reread this at least once per week to stave off the darkness.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best book!!! Used this as part of social skills with kids!!!!

[Nancy Householder · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book really gave me a look at how to be more optimistic in my work and in my life.

[Kevin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect for what it is.

[Amanda Morningstar · Rating 4 out of 5]

short, sweet, & to the point. Life is good.

[Kayoc · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun artwork and great words of wisdom.

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

This isn't so much a book as it is a collection of sayings from the popular Life is Good brand. The book's proceeds from sales go to charity. Sometimes it's just to be reminded about the really important things.

[Kara · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really great little book. Some cute puns that go with the illustrations. Inspiring yet simple all at once. A quick read. Would make a great gift or a book to have on your coffee table to pick up for some inspiration.

[Tori]

For a coffee table or gift book - superb.

[Kate Burgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring reminders for everyday living.

[Sheyla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life is good, it all depend on your perspective.

[TJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really great collection of artwork from the Life is Good T-shirt company, lots of feel good sayings and good vibes.