“Kyle Carpenter has shown true courage and strength in the face of extraordinary challenges. From the attack in Afghanistan to multiple surgeries and obstacles, he never lost his faith or his will to serve his fellow brothers and sisters. His story inspires us and makes all Americans proud.” — NIKKI HALEY, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations“I think Kyle Carpenter is one of the greatest living Americans, and I’m honored to know him. This book is important. After I read it I wanted to be better. Please share it with the people you love.” — ZAC BROWN, Grammy Award-winning musician“Kyle Carpenter is truly amazing! He is definitely an American hero. His memoir deserves to be a huge success. I wish Kyle and his coauthor Don Yaeger the very best with You Are Worth It.” — MIKE KRZYZEWSKI, Duke University men’s basketball coach“Kyle displayed a heroism in the blink of an eye that will inspire for generations” — BARACK OBAMA“Kyle Carpenter’s memoir of gallantry beyond the call of duty provides a vivid reminder that grit and valor remain American hallmarks. A compelling account of life well lived against the toughest odds, one that will inspire and build confidence in every reader.” — JIM MATTIS, former U.S. Secretary of Defense“Astonishing. … Encourages everyone to ‘Be part of someone else’s miracle.’” — Booklist”Offers valuable life lessons that speak beyond [Carpenter’s] years. … You Are Worth It is a work of last value. It holds tremendous potential to transform lives by assisting people in rising from their struggles stronger and more capable of loving one another.” — The Federalist”A story of hope, selflessness, faith, and rebirth. … Gives hope to those who are struggling.” — Daily Caller”[An] incredible story.” — RACHEL HOLLIS”Kyle Carpenter’s courage and sacrifice as a Marine was the true act of servant leadership, and I couldn’t be more honored to know him. You won’t get a more genuine story of finding purpose or living a life with intention than You Are Worth It.” — JOHN C MAXWELL author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

Kyle Carpenter was born in Jackson, Mississippi in 1989. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2009, and served for more than a year as a gunner in Helmand Province, Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. In June 2014, Carpenter was awarded the Medal of Honor. He is presently the youngest living recipient of the Medal of Honor. In 2017, he graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BA in International Affairs.

Don Yaeger is an eleven-time New York Times bestselling author, longtime associate editor at Sports Illustrated, and today is one of the most in-demand public speakers on the corporate circuit. He delivers an average of seventy speeches a year to an average annual audience of almost one hundred thousand. He and his wife, Jeannette, live in Tallahassee, Florida, with their two children.

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