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No Lucks Given: Life is Hard, but There is Hope
What would the world look like if more of us cared for more people?
What if we were vulnerable in sharing our whole story, the good and the bad, and not just the highlight reel?
How could our stories, if authentically told, help others through their pain, grief, or depression?
In his new memoir, NO LUCKS GIVEN , Chef Brother Luck shares the dramatic story of his childhood, the life lessons he learned on the streets, in kitchens, and in counseling sessions, and compels us to both ask for help and do the hard work of helping others.
Through the lens of his own priorities—faith, family, and food—Brother sets the table for meaningful conversation by acknowledging his pain, being vulnerable, and sharing the wisdom he has learned from his mentors.
Get it now.
What if we were vulnerable in sharing our whole story, the good and the bad, and not just the highlight reel?
How could our stories, if authentically told, help others through their pain, grief, or depression?
In his new memoir, NO LUCKS GIVEN , Chef Brother Luck shares the dramatic story of his childhood, the life lessons he learned on the streets, in kitchens, and in counseling sessions, and compels us to both ask for help and do the hard work of helping others.
Through the lens of his own priorities—faith, family, and food—Brother sets the table for meaningful conversation by acknowledging his pain, being vulnerable, and sharing the wisdom he has learned from his mentors.
Get it now.
246 pages, Paperback
Published October 21, 2022
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May 1, 2025
I wrote No Lucks Given because I needed to tell the unvarnished truth—not just about my journey through kitchens and restaurants, but about survival, mental health, and grit. This book was born out of struggle: from growing up without a safety net, to navigating the high-stakes world of culinary arts, to confronting my own battles with trauma and self-worth. I didn’t want to just write a chef’s memoir. I wanted to create a roadmap for anyone who’s ever felt like the odds were stacked against them.
This book is for the underdog. It’s for the young cook who feels invisible on the line, the entrepreneur chasing a dream without a blueprint, and the person fighting silent battles no one else sees. It’s also for leaders—because leadership starts with vulnerability and understanding your own story before you can guide others.
No Lucks Given is about showing up, over and over, when it would be easier to quit. It’s about resilience, but also about accountability and growth. If you’re looking for inspiration laced with hard truths—and a reminder that you don’t need luck when you’ve got purpose—this book is for you.
This book is for the underdog. It’s for the young cook who feels invisible on the line, the entrepreneur chasing a dream without a blueprint, and the person fighting silent battles no one else sees. It’s also for leaders—because leadership starts with vulnerability and understanding your own story before you can guide others.
No Lucks Given is about showing up, over and over, when it would be easier to quit. It’s about resilience, but also about accountability and growth. If you’re looking for inspiration laced with hard truths—and a reminder that you don’t need luck when you’ve got purpose—this book is for you.
September 22, 2022
Not your typical chef book, book of inspiration, good for everyone to gain appreciation for your life. And for all of to give back. You’ll feel better after this read. There are good people in this world
June 20, 2024
I enjoyed learning Brother Lucks story, how God pulled him through hard stuff, what having mentors meant to him, how he pays it forward and how he ended up in Colorado Springs
November 28, 2024
What an amazing story of perseverance and keeping your eyes on God through it all. Not to mention, it was perfectly edited by my favorite editor ;)
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