Brett Hanson Books
From Navy SEAL memoir to historical mystery, classroom resources to student-authored collections — books written to challenge, teach, and inspire. Click any cover to explore and order through Amazon.
SEAL Stories
Three books exploring the complex reality of becoming a man in a violent world • Audiobooks coming summer 2026
In 1986, Brett Hanson stood on the bank of the Detroit River — a homeless 17-year-old dropout, wasted on cheap drugs, and completely alone. Three years later he graduated from BUD/S as a Navy SEAL. This memoir traces that transformation through five life-changing principles: Work, Honesty, Vision, Confidence, and Service.
In the Amazon jungle, a curious Bolivian boy befriends young SEAL Steph Austin — then dies mysteriously. Steph knows he must find the truth, no matter the cost to his team, his career, or his conscience. A story of murder, betrayal, and one man’s refusal to look away.
For decades, Brett Hanson tried to explain not what he did in the Teams — but what it meant. These true-life fiction stories explore real events, hidden meanings, and the slow, hard work of becoming a good man in a violent world. You may remember things you already know.
“The truth about becoming a good, strong man in a deeply violent world is not what people expect. These are stories about what I actually learned — and what any young man can learn — about courage, honesty, and the hard work of becoming someone you’re proud to be.”
— Brett Hanson, Navy SEAL, Author & EducatorEducational Resources
For teachers, students, and lifelong learners • Grammarology is free
Brett Hanson’s story of staying committed to teaching through every challenge — and his 5-step process for building a more meaningful, joyful career in education. For any teacher who has ever wondered if it’s still worth it.
A practical guide to integrating artificial intelligence in classrooms — covering school integration plans, AI history and ethics, step-by-step lesson plans, digital literacy frameworks, ChatGPT project samples, and ongoing support resources.
Nine units of dynamic instruction covering parts of speech, punctuation, sentence parts, and verbals — built with 20 years of student feedback. Colors, rhythm, dancing, memory, and practice: because learning can be fun.
Student Collections
Published by students
A student-authored collection exploring change, growth, and the journey of becoming. Written and published by Brett Hanson’s students, with all proceeds supporting their futures.
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A heartfelt collection of personal essays from students writing about what they believe — their values, their experiences, and their hopes. Authentic voices, unfiltered.
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A student-produced exploration of Door County’s land, air, and water — their laws, their history, and why they matter. A community project by Southern Door students, 2018.