An expanded edition of the bestselling self-published self-help book, featuring 13 exclusive essays from creator and self-proclaimed instigator Kyle Creek, aka “The Captain.”

We all deal with bad days and hard times that leave us feeling frustrated, angry, and defeated. Bestselling author and self-proclaimed instigator “The Captain” is the funny and wise friend we need most in times like these: someone who tells it like it is and gives us the tough-love advice we need to get back up and meet our challenges head on.

In Speech Therapy, The Captain shares witty wisdom on a variety of difficult yet common situations, such as:

Getting caught in a compromising situation
Experiencing co-parenting conundrums
Dealing with a bad roommate
Hitting a creative wall
Regretting parting ways with someone
Becoming stranded on a deserted island

No matter the issue, you’ll find sage advice and insightful commentary to help you survive and overcome an ordeal before it ruins your mood, your day, or years of your life.

For those familiar with The Captain’s original self-published version, get ready for more wisdom and even more WTFs—this expanded edition features 13 brand new, never-before-seen essays. With humor that both cuts and heals, this wise collection of life lessons is the relatable literary therapy that we all need from time to time.