10 Things I Learned Living On An Island

by Jason Blake

Could moving to a remote tropical island change your life?
You bet.

Could island life share a greater message for the world?
Absolutely.

Author Jason Blake shares the journey of moving to the quaint Hawaiian Island of Kauai from Chicago and living there over a decade. He shares how the island changed his worldview and inspired him to share the story with others.

If you've ever dreamed of a tropical vacation or lifestyle, this book is for you.

Genres: Biography Memoir, Nonfiction

106 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 11, 2016

About the author

Jason is originally from Conyers, Georgia. He moved to the island of Kaua’i in 2001 from Chicago, Illinois. Jason has been published in trade publications, in various newspapers and in magazines. 10 Things I Learned Living on an Island is Jason’s first book. Jason is also the founder of the long-running fundraiser “Kaua’i Sings.” He lives in Puhi, Hawaii, with his spouse Philip and their dogs Lucky and Stella.

Reviews

[Maureen Russill · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a resident of the Big Island of Hawaii, I can second the message of this book. I have often felt that Kauai was a "tourist island" and missed the authenticity of the real Hawaii. However. Jason Blake has learned and appreciated many of the same lessons as I. His book is short, sweet and honest. I recommend it to visitors and resident alike. ke

As a resident of the Big Island of Hawaii, I have often thought of
Kauai as a tourist island. Jason Blake has caught the message of the islands and had lessons and experts close to my own. The book is short, sweet and honest.

[Janice · Rating 1 out of 5]

A bunch of ramblings, musings, ideologies, philosophies written like a self-help guide. The only parts that were of any entertainment were the brief descriptions of the history and culture of Hawaii. For such a short book, it was so long-winded. Skimmed through most of the pointless rambling. What I learned from this book is that you didn't need to read it but be practical and just use common sense!

[Julie Barrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

10 Things I Learned living on an island by jason Blake
Enjoyed this story for many reasons. It took me to a location I've yet to visit and really gave me a great detailed description of the area, the people and what to expect as a tourist and as an owner of a part of this paradise.
Talks about some of the downfalls and a lot of cool free things to do. love hiking and discovering new things all the time and not too far from the other islands of Hawaii.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. It was fun getting to know little things about not only living on an island, but also living on Kauai and the Hawaiian culture. I loved getting to know Jason a little more; and his story about how he and Philip ended up in Hawaii.

[JT CAREY · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author's writing makes for easy reading of this autobiography of a Hawaiian islander (who moved there from the mainland). I found the insights and anecdotes of island living very interesting and entertaining. Definitely a book to read if you have a couple of 'me' hours available.

[Charles T. Fincher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little book on life.

Yes this tells you things you can learn by living on an island, but too it is a good commentary on how to live a happy and successful life. Short but sweet, a good read.

[Jason Blake · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to 5-star this book. I wrote it!

[Jan Stanton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely a great little (96 pages) feel good book. You may even want to add Kaua'i to your bucket list!

[Kitty · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a pleasant read, but I'm not sure if I really learned anything. But it was upbeat, and kind of fun to learn about life on a Hawaiian Island.

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was impressed by this book. Jason Blake enumerates and expounds on the lessons he learned without sounding preachy or condescending. He has a friendly, open style that is easy to read and not at all pretentious. The reader can tell that he loves the island he lives on, warts and all.

[Faith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jason is da kine. :)

[Angie · Rating 2 out of 5]

As a former resident of Kauai, I hoped to enjoy this more, but it wasn’t very good.

[Linda · Rating 2 out of 5]

Slow moving for me..

[Patty]

I've always been fascinated by the beauty of Hawaii so I really looked forward to reading this book and was not disappointed! It was so descriptive that I felt like I was right there on the island. I think it's a must read if you are thinking of moving to the islands as it discusses the changes in living on the main land compared to a lifestyle on the island.