Exciting news about Defiance is beautiful – posted 10/21/2026
I am very happy to announce that my book, Defiance is beautiful, is now available as a paperback and hardcover, as well as an ebook. An audiobook is also forthcoming. The book is currently available through Amazon. I am working on library and book store distribution so that the book will reach a broader audience.
I have added a number of family photos to the paperback and hardcover versions.
For those who are unfamiliar with the book, it is a memoir of my three careers as a labor/left organizer, a legal aid lawyer and lobbyist and a federal administrative law judge. The book also presents my argument for a renewed American democratic socialism.
I am very pleased the book is coming out now before our critical midterm election. Beating back MAGA fascism is a critical political goal for all progressives, Democrats, independents and Republicans who have not lost their minds. The book suggests a “unite the many to defeat the few” approach as the best way to save our democracy. Like so many, I am praying for that blue wave on November 3. Jon
With an author like you, its going to be great reading : Well documented and a moral booster ! Thanks ! CAN MY LOCAL BOOKSTORE IN PARIS ORDER IT ?
Thanks! Not yet. I only have distribution through Amazon so far. I am working on broadening.
Hey Jon, I’ve ordered a copy of your book, and I’m looking forward to a good read! I hope all is well with you and yours. Finally mid-terms!!! I think things are about to get very interesting. My vote is in. My first time voting absentee. I’m having foot surgery next week and won’t be ambling for several weeks. Seems like a good time to curl up with a good book! Hugs to you and Deb!Elly
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Thanks so much Elly! I will autograph it!
Yeah. I was going to ask, but I didn’t want to seem presumptuous. I’m fortunate and proud to know you.
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Congratulations@! You should have a book-signing event at Balin Books when they get it in. Just saying. (-:
Thanks Jean! I plan to do some NH book signings
Congratulations Jon. I’ve been waiting for the print version. I’ll check online and place the order
Thanks Ellen! I want to hear what you think.
Such exciting news! And I agree – the timing is PERFECT! I know your book will educate readers about past political struggles and the importance of uniting to fight for our nation …
Thanks Melissa! I really wanted to get it out before the midterms so I am happy about that.
Can I poste something on my French Facebook page ?( Lots of actor friends here speak English )
Of course!
Hi Jon, I ordered my paperback book on Amazon yesterday. Thank you for notifying me of the availability. Some time in the near future, I’d like to have coffee with you and you could sign my book. You are an asset to your profession. Have a great day. Rick
Thank you, Rick! I appreciate that.
Where do I get your book, Jon?
Amazon is the only way to get it now. I will be working on making it available through book stores and libraries.
Congratulations bro !!
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Thanks man! You are all over the book