The Master Plan: My Journey From Life in Prison to a Life of Purpose

Chris Wilson · Bret Witter

Feb 2019 · Penguin Random House Audio · Narrated by Chris Wilson and Wes Moore

About this audiobook

The inspiring, instructive, and ultimately triumphant memoir of a man who used hard work and a Master Plan to turn a life sentence into a second chance.

Growing up in a tough Washington, D.C., neighborhood, Chris Wilson was so afraid for his life he wouldn't leave the house without a gun. One night, defending himself, he killed a man. At eighteen, he was sentenced to life in prison with no hope of parole.

But what should have been the end of his story became the beginning. Deciding to make something of his life, Chris embarked on a journey of self-improvement--reading, working out, learning languages, even starting a business. He wrote his Master Plan: a list of all he expected to accomplish or acquire. He worked his plan every day for years, and in his mid-thirties he did the impossible: he convinced a judge to reduce his sentence and became a free man. Today Chris is a successful social entrepreneur who employs returning citizens; a mentor; and a public speaker. He is the embodiment of second chances, and this is his unforgettable story.

Ratings and reviews

I am anxious to listen to this audio book. I bought this book on March 10, 2019 and Google offers it for $14.95 sale price down from $22.95. Amazon audio books offers this same book at $31.50 and I already bought their ebook. I will be checking Google prices before I go to Amazon. P.S. I am one of Amazon's prime members. This is how Amazon treat/charges even their prime member. No wonder Amazon's CEO is the richest man in the world. HE OVER-CHARGES EVERYONE.

Motivational, inspiring, and amazing! Chris Wilson, thank you for existing.

What a story. Hard to listen to but hard to put it down. Glad Chris wrote this book.

About the author

Chris Wilson lives in Baltimore, Maryland, and works as a visual artist and a social justice advocate. Through his work, he investigates societal injustices, human relationships, and public policies. His artwork is collected and displayed internationally. He is also the founder of the Chris Wilson Foundation, which supports social entrepreneurs and prison education, including re-entry and financial literacy for returning citizens, as well as art-related programs.

Bret Witter has co-authored seven New York Times bestsellers since becoming a full-time writer in 2007 (plus one uncredited in 2003), including two #1 bestsellers. His books have sold 3 million copies worldwide and spent almost two years on the New York Times bestseller list. He lives in Decatur, Georgia.