Some people wait for the right time to write their story. Others, like Mr. Ronald Hyatt, make
the time, no matter what season of life they are in.
At 92 years old, Mr. Hyatt released two remarkable titles through Sophos Books: The Life of
R.L. Hyatt and Flying to the Stars. His goal? To publish four books before he passes to glory.
What a mission. What a mindset. What a testimony.
In his own words, he admits that illness gave him what health had denied him—time. Time to
reflect. Time to write. Time to gift the world the distilled wisdom of nearly a century of living.
And so, with the quiet strength of a sage and the determination of a lifelong dreamer, he
picked up his pen.
The result? Two books filled with stories, reflections, and lessons that would otherwise have
been lost to memory’s fading ink. Two tangible testaments to the truth that every story
deserves to be told, and every storyteller deserves to be heard.
At Sophos Books, we often meet people who say, “I’ve always wanted to write a book, but
it’s too late now.”
Too late? Mr. Hyatt would smile at that notion. The man has written more in his nineties than
many manage in a lifetime, and with purpose blazing in his eyes. He reminds us that the
twilight of life can still be a dawn of creativity.
Publishing isn’t about youth; it’s about urgency. It’s about recognising that your experiences,
your insights, your laughter and tears, all have value. When we put our stories into words,
we give others a map, a mirror, or sometimes, a torch.
So, if you’ve been wondering whether your story still matters, let Mr. Hyatt’s life answer that
question for you.
Yes, it does.
And yes, you can.
Because you are not too old to publish.
You are right on time to inspire.