“Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS” Media Kit and Reviewer Resources
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About the Author
Sky Bergman, Professor Emeritus of Photography and Video at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, is in her third act after a 30-year teaching career. Her artwork is in prestigious museum collections, and her commercial work has appeared in renowned magazines like the Smithsonian. Sky’s passion is creating films and projects that inspire intergenerational connections, emphasizing the power of shared stories. Following her successful PBS documentary "Lives Well Lived," her book "Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS" distills wisdom from the film, celebrating life's essence across generations.
Sky Bergman at POTEK Winery for a book signing.
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Book Descriptions
Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS” celebrates stories of resilience and joy from 40 older adults with 3,000 years of life experience. Inspired by the PBS documentary, the book emphasizes intergenerational connections, purpose, and thriving through life’s challenges.
Short Length (40 words)
“Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS” celebrates the resilience and joy of forty older adults with 3,000 years of life experience. Inspired by her PBS documentary, the book highlights intergenerational connections, finding purpose, and thriving through life’s ups and downs, weaving a mosaic of shared stories and wisdom.
Medium Length (50 words)
Imagine having a treasure trove of resilience, positivity, and insight at your fingertips. “Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS” celebrates the stories of forty older adults with a collective life experience of 3,000 years, featured in the PBS documentary “Lives Well Lived.” The book highlights purpose, connection, and the art of thriving through life’s ups and downs.
Long Length (350 words)
Intergenerational connections
Finding purpose and support
Practical tips for aging well
Topics Explored
Finding community and support networks
Resilience and positivity
Storytelling and wisdom
Themes
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“Magic happens when people of all ages come together. We learn, we laugh, we find our better angels. With the wonderful “Lives Well Lived – GENERATIONS,” Sky Bergman inspires us to share stories and wisdom across the generations.”
– Carl Honoré, author of Bolder: How to Age Better and Feel Better About Aging
“These stories point to the possibility of a more interconnected, interdependent, and loving world and will leave you feeling motivated (and better equipped!) to craft your own life well-lived.”
– Eunice Lin Nichols, Co-CEO of CoGenerate
See what readers are saying!
Each story offers a unique perspective.
A great source of inspiration.
A must-read for all generations.
This book puts life into perspective.
A powerful reminder that no matter what challenges we encounter, we can never be too old to learn.
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Would you consider leaving a quick five-star review on Amazon?
It’s one of the most impactful ways to support this work celebrating the wisdom of older adults, breaking down ageist stereotypes, and fostering meaningful intergenerational connections.
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Why it matters:
Reviews mean everything! They help the book get seen by more people by boosting its visibility through Amazon’s algorithm. The more positive reviews, the more likely Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS will reach those who need to hear its message of hope, connection, and purposeful aging.
How to Leave a Review:
Click the link above or search for Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS on Amazon.
Scroll down to the “Customer Reviews” section.
Click “Write a customer review” on the left-hand side of the page.
Your review doesn’t have to be long—even a few sentences about what resonated with you, or who you think would benefit from the book, can make a meaningful difference.
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Thank you again for being part of this movement. Your thoughtful feedback helps spark conversations, shift perspectives, and spread positivity about aging.
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