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Meet The Author Of The Book Laurence Neal Pokras
Laurence Neal Pokras is a real self-made millionaire, having built his empire from scratch, turning $0 into $6 million in just a few short years without a cent from Mommy or Daddy. With a unique ability to turn life’s chaos into unforgettable stories, he blends humor, raw honesty, and introspection in a voice that’s rebellious, socially hazardous, and unapologetically his own.
Born with a hunger to understand the bigger questions, Why are we here? Why do I exist? Laurence channels those existential longings into his work, combining philosophy, architecture, travel, and personal grit. A graduate of the New School of Architecture in San Diego, with time spent studying in Long Beach and at Chapman College, he holds a B.A. in Architecture and has racked up numerous accolades for his work, including trade show design awards and a published post office design featured in Progressive Architecture at just 25 years old.
He’s lived through brutal mental abuse, betrayal by jealous friends, and the uphill battle of proving himself in a world quick to resent success. Yet through it all, he emerged with a sharp wit, a thirst for truth, and a love for life’s wild ride. He’s traveled to 47 countries, indulged in both the pleasures and absurdities of the human experience, and always kept his sense of humor intact.
Laurence lives for connection, laughter, and stories that linger long after the final page. Whether diving into debauchery or diving into deeper meaning, he writes with a style that’s as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. As his mom once told him, “You always want to be adored.” His answer? “Yes, and why not?”