From the shores of Hawaii to the walls of a prison cell, Kyle Quilausing’s journey is one of heartbreak, redemption, and hope.

In A Kids Book About Choices, Kyle shares his deeply personal story of how a series of bad choices led to devastating consequences—and how he turned his life around to help young people make better decisions. Written with honesty, compassion, and the wisdom that comes from lived experience, this book inspires kids to think critically about their actions, learn from mistakes, and build a future they can be proud of.
Kyle Quilausing is a motivational speaker, mentor, and former inmate who now dedicates his life to helping young people avoid the pitfalls of bad choices. Raised in Hawaii, Kyle once dreamed of a professional golf career but found himself on a darker path. Today, he shares his story with thousands of kids across the country, showing them how to make positive decisions and turn their lives around. View titles by Kyle Quilausing
"This is a useful addition to the series and will circulate as well." - School Library Journal

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From the shores of Hawaii to the walls of a prison cell, Kyle Quilausing’s journey is one of heartbreak, redemption, and hope.

In A Kids Book About Choices, Kyle shares his deeply personal story of how a series of bad choices led to devastating consequences—and how he turned his life around to help young people make better decisions. Written with honesty, compassion, and the wisdom that comes from lived experience, this book inspires kids to think critically about their actions, learn from mistakes, and build a future they can be proud of.

Author

Kyle Quilausing is a motivational speaker, mentor, and former inmate who now dedicates his life to helping young people avoid the pitfalls of bad choices. Raised in Hawaii, Kyle once dreamed of a professional golf career but found himself on a darker path. Today, he shares his story with thousands of kids across the country, showing them how to make positive decisions and turn their lives around. View titles by Kyle Quilausing

Praise

"This is a useful addition to the series and will circulate as well." - School Library Journal

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