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After the death of his parents, Andrews spent over a year homeless on the coast of [[Alabama]], sleeping under the [[Gulf State Park]] Pier or an occasional garage.<ref name="Man With a Plan"/> |
After the death of his parents, Andrews spent over a year homeless on the coast of [[Alabama]], sleeping under the [[Gulf State Park]] Pier or an occasional garage.<ref name="Man With a Plan"/> |
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It is during this time that Andrews says he came up with the "seven decisions"<ref name="Seven Decisions">[http://www.andyandrews.com/content/listings/52/files/5/Andrews_7_Decisions.pdf] "The Seven Decisions"</ref><ref name="Success Tools">[http://blogs.mysuccessgateway.com/?page_id=159] "My Success Gateway"</ref> that eventually shaped the manuscript of his 2002 novel |
It is during this time that Andrews says he came up with the "seven decisions"<ref name="Seven Decisions">[http://www.andyandrews.com/content/listings/52/files/5/Andrews_7_Decisions.pdf] "The Seven Decisions"</ref><ref name="Success Tools">[http://blogs.mysuccessgateway.com/?page_id=159] "My Success Gateway"</ref> that eventually shaped the manuscript of his 2002 novel ''The Traveler’s Gift''. |
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Before becoming an [[author]], however, Andrews toured the [[U.S.]] as a [[comedian]], eventually opening for acts such as [[Kenny Rogers]] and [[Joan Rivers]]. As his popularity increased, Andrews started sprinkling more serious tones, including the Seven Decisions,<ref name="Seven Decisions"/> into his act, transforming himself from [[comedian]] to professional [[Public speaking|speaker]]. |
Before becoming an [[author]], however, Andrews toured the [[U.S.]] as a [[comedian]], eventually opening for acts such as [[Kenny Rogers]] and [[Joan Rivers]]. As his popularity increased, Andrews started sprinkling more serious tones, including the Seven Decisions,<ref name="Seven Decisions"/> into his act, transforming himself from [[comedian]] to professional [[Public speaking|speaker]]. |
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- For the tennis player, also b. 1959, see Andy Andrews (tennis).
Andy Andrews | |
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 Andy Andrews in 2010 | |
| Born | May 22, 1959 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Speaker, Author |
| Spouse | Polly Andrews |
| Children | Austin and Adam |
| Website | http://www.andyandrews.com/ |
Andy Andrews (born on May 22, 1959) is an American author of self-help/advice books and a corporate speaker, known for his 2002 bestselling book The Traveler's Gift.[1] He has written over 20 books and sold more than 3.5 million copies around the world. His books have been translated into over 20 languages. Andrews regularly speaks for corporations, organizations, athletic teams, and the U.S. military. Three of his books, The Noticer, The Traveler’s Gift, and "How Do You Kill 11 Million People?" appeared on The New York Times Best Seller List.[1] Andrews has appeared on The Fox News Channel, Good Morning America, MSNBC, TBN, GBTV[2] and CNBC.[3] Books by Andy Andrews are published by Thomas Nelson located in Nashville, TN.[4] In his spare time, Andrews loves fishing and spending time with his family. Their favorite vacation spot is Peter Island, located in the British Virgin Islands.
Andrews currently lives in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his wife, Polly, and their two sons, Austin and Adam.
Biography
Andrews was raised in Dothan, Alabama. His father was a minister of music and his mother played piano, organ, and directed the church's children’s choir programs. When Andrews was 19, he lost his mother (41) to cancer and his father (44) in an automobile accident within the span of a few months.[3]
After the death of his parents, Andrews spent over a year homeless on the coast of Alabama, sleeping under the Gulf State Park Pier or an occasional garage.[3]
It is during this time that Andrews says he came up with the "seven decisions"[5][6] that eventually shaped the manuscript of his 2002 novel The Traveler’s Gift.
Before becoming an author, however, Andrews toured the U.S. as a comedian, eventually opening for acts such as Kenny Rogers and Joan Rivers. As his popularity increased, Andrews started sprinkling more serious tones, including the Seven Decisions,[5] into his act, transforming himself from comedian to professional speaker.
Since then, Andrews has spoken at the request of four different U.S. presidents. He has been the last person to speak to the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Squadron Commanders, and their spouses, before they are deployed. He continues to speak to large corporations on a regular basis. His clients have included Microsoft, Honda, Ford, AT&T, and many more. He has also appeared for sports organizations such as the Atlanta Braves and the Ladies Professional Golf Association.[3]
In 2009, Andrews released his second novel, The Noticer. He released his first children’s book, The Boy Who Changed the World,[7] in 2010. An adult version of the children’s story, titled The Butterfly Effect, was also released as a gift book.
Andrews is an alumnus of Auburn University.
Books
A novel titled The Final Summit published by Thomas Nelson in Nashville, TN was released in April 2011. It features the same character of The Traveler’s Gift, David Ponder.
Andy's newest book, How Do You Kill 11 Million People? - Why the Truth Matters More Than You Think, published by Thomas Nelson in Nashville, TN has been released nationwide and been featured by national media including Fox News Channel[8].
See also
Book List
- Storms of Perfection 1 (1992, ISBN 0-9629620-1-5)
- Storms of Perfection 2 (1994, ISBN 0-9629620-3-1)
- Storms of Perfection 3 (1996, ISBN 0-9629620-5-8)
- Storms of Perfection 4 (1997, ISBN 0-9629620-7-4)
- Go For It: Letters from American Heroes (2002, ISBN 1-57759-776-1)
- Go For It: Letters from Sports Heroes (2002, ISBN 1-57759-779-6)
- Go For It: Letters from Inspirational Heroes (2002, ISBN 1-57759-778-8)
- Go For It: Letters From Celebrity Heroes (2002, ISBN 1-57759-777-X)
- The Traveler's Gift (2002, ISBN 978-0-7852-6428-6)
- The Traveler’s Gift Journal (2004, ISBN 1-4041-0131-4)
- The Young Traveler’s Gift (2004, ISBN 978-1-4003-0427-1)
- The Lost Choice (2004, ISBN 978-0-7852-6139-1)
- Socks for Christmas (2005, ISBN 1-4016-0239-8)
- Island of Saints (2005)
- Mastering the Seven Decisions (2008, ISBN 978-0-7852-6141-4)
- The Noticer (2009, ISBN 978-0-7852-2921-6)
- Return to Sawyerton Springs (2009, ISBN 978-0-9819709-1-2)
- The Heart Mender (2010, ISBN 978-0-7852-6140-7)
- The Butterfly Effect (2010, ISBN 978-1-4041-8780-1)
- The Boy Who Changed the World (2010, ISBN 978-1-4003-1605-2)
- The Final Summit (2011, ISBN 978-0-7852-3120-2)
- How Do You Kill 11 Million People? (2012, ISBN 978-0-8499-4835-0)
References
- ^ a b [1] "The New York Times Best Seller List", accessed 12-29-2009
- ^ [2] "Andy Andrews on Glenn Beck TV"
- ^ a b c d [3] "Man With a Plan"
- ^ [4] "Books by Andy Andrews Published by Thomas Nelson"
- ^ a b [5] "The Seven Decisions"
- ^ [6] "My Success Gateway"
- ^ [7] "The Boy Who Changed the World"
- ^ [8] "The Question Every American Should Be Asking"