ATLANTA, GEORGIA - What if someone finally said out loud everything teenagers wish they could? The messy, painful, beautiful truth of adolescence — with all its heartbreaks, hormones, and hope. That’s exactly what Teenage Years, the new book by John Scott, delivers.
In a culture obsessed with appearances and politeness, Scott rips the mask off modern adolescence and speaks directly to teens and parents who are desperately trying to understand them. He doesn’t offer polished advice or clinical diagnoses. Instead, he shares stories — real ones — raw and riddled with emotion. Teenage Years isn’t afraid of uncomfortable truths. It's built on them.
A Truth-Teller for a Generation on Edge
From struggles with school, identity, sexuality, mental health, and substance abuse, to navigating parental expectations and social chaos — Scott dives deep. With the honesty of a war buddy and the empathy of a father, he opens his own story: his teenage stumbles, military service, living with bipolar disorder, and painful losses. Every page pulses with lived experience, brutal insight, and a relentless love for young people finding their way.
And yes — it’s direct. It’s gritty. Because that’s what teens are living. It’s not a lecture. It’s a lifeline.
“I was the same way at 14. I almost got a girl pregnant... I should’ve said something. But no one taught me how.” — John Scott, Teenage Years
This book doesn’t just speak to teens — it speaks for them. Every misunderstood kid, every parent trying to break through the silence, will see themselves in these pages.
A Book That Doesn’t Flinch
Teenage Years tackles:
-
Anxiety, depression, and the silence that surrounds them
-
The pressure of grades and the weight of parental expectations
-
Sex, parties, mistakes, and the long shadows they cast
-
Drugs, addiction, and the road back
-
Identity, racism, gender, and acceptance
-
Suicide, grief, and the stories we carry
-
And above all — survival and growth
Scott’s message is simple: you’re not alone, no matter how broken you feel.
A Must-Read for Parents, Teens, Educators — and Anyone Who's Ever Felt Lost
This isn’t just a book. It’s a mirror. It’s a tool. It’s the conversation starter too many families have been too afraid to begin. Teenage Years is filled with pain, yes — but also wisdom, hope, and practical guidance for how to start talking and keep listening.
Teenage Years is available in paperback and eBook on Amazon.
Read it. Share it. Start the conversation.
About the Author
John Scott is a Navy veteran, father, and survivor. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder later in life, Scott brings a uniquely personal voice to the challenges of growing up and the struggle to be understood. With brutal honesty and deep compassion, he transforms his lived experiences into a deeply relatable narrative for today’s teens and parents alike. Teenage Years is his story — but it could just as easily be yours.
About Authors Tranquility Press
Authors Tranquility Press champions writers with powerful stories to tell. Dedicated to lifting up authentic voices and creating real-world impact, ATP provides a platform for books that matter — books like Teenage Years. Through personalized publishing support and expert marketing, they help authors break through the noise and reach the readers who need them most.
Media Contact
Company Name: Author's Tranquility Press
Contact Person: Louela Sanders - Marketing Fulfillment Associate
Email: Send Email
Phone: (866) 411-8655
Address:531 Roselane Street NW Suite 400-175
City: Marietta
State: GA, 30060
Country: United States
Website: www.authorstranquilitypress.com
