Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
Crack On continues the life story of Stephen J. Scott, carrying readers from the mid‑1980s to the present day through a journey shaped by service, family, loss, and the stubborn determination to keep going. Where Bugger It introduced the boy becoming the man, Crack On follows the man becoming everything life demanded of him - a Gunner, a husband, a father, and someone who had to learn to stand again after devastating loss.The memoir opens in the mid‑1980s, a period defined by Cold War tension and military readiness. Stephen’s service with the RAF Regiment places him at the heart of one of the era’s most politically charged environments: Greenham Common, home to the American GLCM cruise missiles and a focal point for global anxiety.He writes with clarity and humour about the atmosphere of the time - the protests, the pressure, the constant awareness that the world was watching - and the strange normality that coexisted with it. Life on base was a mixture of discipline, camaraderie, mischief, and routine, and Stephen captures it all with the authenticity of someone who lived every moment. From Greenham Common to RAF Rheindahlen, from training grounds to deployments, the memoir charts the rhythm of service life: early mornings, inspections, friendships forged under pressure, and the moments when everything changed in an instant.Stephen’s recollections of the Regiment are grounded in reality - the pride of belonging, the frustrations, the triumphs, and the lessons learned in uniform that stayed with him long after he left the gates for the final time. His writing honours the men he served with, the characters who shaped his early adulthood, and the experiences that defined his sense of duty and identity.The memoir continues through the years that follow, tracing Stephen’s journey as he rebuilds, adapts, and finds new purpose. He writes about work, friendships, family milestones, and the unexpected turns life takes when you least expect them. He reflects on the past with clarity and compassion, acknowledging the mistakes, celebrating the triumphs, and recognising the threads that connect every chapter of his life.His storytelling is rich with detail, humour, and heart, offering readers a portrait of a man who has lived through extraordinary moments and ordinary ones alike, and who understands the value of both. Throughout Crack On, Stephen’s voice remains steady, honest, and unmistakably his own.He writes as a man who has seen the best and worst of life, loved deeply and lost painfully, and learned that strength isn’t about being unbreakable but about choosing to stand up again after you’ve been knocked down. His reflections on resilience, family, service, and identity resonate long after the final page, offering readers not just a memoir but a companion - a reminder that even in the hardest moments, you can still find a way to crack on.It is a testament to the human spirit. It is a memoir for anyone who has served, anyone who has loved, anyone who has lost, and anyone who has had to find the strength to keep going when the world feels heavy. It honours the past while embracing the future, reminding readers that resilience is not a single act but a lifelong commitment. With its blend of military history, personal reflection, humour, heartbreak, and hope, Crack On stands as a compelling and deeply human memoir. Stephen J. Scott invites readers into his life with honesty and warmth, offering a story that is both intensely personal and universally relatable. Whether you come to the book for its military insight, emotional depth, or celebration of endurance, you will find a memoir that stays with you - a story that reminds you of the strength found in carrying on, no matter what life throws your way.
