Hi! I’m currently working on a book of essays, tentatively titled The Obsolescent Man. I plan to continue to post blogs so please have a look as new ones show up.
Reviews for Some of my books
The New Normal is powerful, grounded reading for the challenges of 21st-century living. The author offers a detailed 33-point “new normal agenda” built on convincing statistical and anecdotal information. —Kirkus Review
Shrewd analysis, passionate, pro-active take on the global change paradigm,… The New Normal is a rational and surprisingly optimistic set of solutions to a distressing issue. Its practical guidance will surely inspire. —Publishers Weekly
David Wann makes a compelling case that the current fiscal squeeze is really a good thing in Simple Prosperity. A coauthor of the best selling Affluenza, he covers a lot of solution-oriented ground, from conscientious consumption and cohousing to building human-scale neighborhoods and dismantling the fossil fuel economy… Utne Reader
In Simple Prosperity David Wann has woven together all the right stuff to make a compelling and appealing case for the abundance of enough and the poverty of more. Vicki Robin, coauthor, Your Money or Your Life
“Dave Wann’s recipes from his own experience in Simple Prosperity are a breath of fresh air, and just what we need for a saner future. They include ideas, sound research and down-to-earth advice we can all use. This book is also much more: a friendly, personal guidebook for living a more enjoyable, healthy, loving life.”–Hazel Henderson, author, Ethical Markets: Growing The Green Economy
Affluenza has easily passed the test of time and become an American classic. Bill McKibben, author of The End of Nature
The way to end a nightmare is to wake up, and Affluenza is an alarm clock! Paul Hawken, author of Drawdown and Regeneration
Throughout, Tickling the Bear: How to Stay Safe in the Universe balances contrasting notions such as optimism and despair, life and death, and materialism and simplicity, offering a realistic and poetic perspective on life. David Wann’s illuminating and thought-provoking book is full of fascinating world statistics and wise comments that will make the reader think deeply and see the world in a new way. “Don’t just watch your life go by, be in it,” is one piece of advice from the book I hope to never forget. San Francisco Book Review 10/22
Tickling the Bear was amazing: realistic fiction with a memoir feel. The author’s writing style blends a combination of life experiences, realistic dialogue, current events, political narratives, a relatable cast of characters, and an inspiring story line to create a very natural feeling novel. This is definitely a book that I would recommend to fans of inspirational fiction and memoirs. The author does a beautiful job keeping the story real, relevant, and meaningful. The unique title will make more sense later in the book too! Angela Thompson, Book Corner News and reviews
The New Normal is powerful, grounded reading for the challenges of 21st-century living. The author offers a detailed 33-point “new normal agenda” built on convincing statistical and anecdotal information. —Kirkus Review
Shrewd analysis, passionate, pro-active take on the global change paradigm,… The New Normal is a rational and surprisingly optimistic set of solutions to a distressing issue. Its practical guidance will surely inspire. —Publishers Weekly
David Wann makes a compelling case that the current fiscal squeeze is really a good thing in Simple Prosperity. A coauthor of the best selling Affluenza, he covers a lot of solution-oriented ground, from conscientious consumption and cohousing to building human-scale neighborhoods and dismantling the fossil fuel economy… Utne Reader
In Simple Prosperity David Wann has woven together all the right stuff to make a compelling and appealing case for the abundance of enough and the poverty of more. Vicki Robin, coauthor, Your Money or Your Life
“Dave Wann’s recipes from his own experience in Simple Prosperity are a breath of fresh air, and just what we need for a saner future. They include ideas, sound research and down-to-earth advice we can all use. This book is also much more: a friendly, personal guidebook for living a more enjoyable, healthy, loving life.”–Hazel Henderson, author, Ethical Markets: Growing The Green Economy
Affluenza has easily passed the test of time and become an American classic. Bill McKibben, author of The End of Nature
The way to end a nightmare is to wake up, and Affluenza is an alarm clock! Paul Hawken, author of Drawdown and Regeneration
Recent Podcasts that have hosted me
Though I’m a mostly-satisfied introvert, I’ve enjoyed the luxury of saying my piece (yakety-yak) without being told to stop and/or go away.
Care More, Be Better Audio: https://caremorebebetter.com/david-wann-on-how-to-create-simple-prosperity-through-sustainable-living/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mISzMNIMZRM
What’s the Value? https://open.spotify.com/show/1djj43JrnZeg1ghFE4rS6P?si=544b9fcff0c14a1d&nd=1
Wake the Fuck Up! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1-e25-from-affluenza-
