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This conventional memoir proves that you really do make your own luck…An exciting, thoughtful, inspiring read.

Endorsed by Thought Leaders

"Millions of people fleeing countries less fortunate have found here in Canada a refuge from mistrust and hatred and violence which has allowed them to achieve their potential in the rich soil of our freedom. Roy's life is one such story. While Roy's remarkable personal journey is unique to him, reading his book one cannot help but hear a familiar refrain that will resonate with millions of Canadians, because at its core it is the story of the immigrant experience. And in the final analysis, we are all children of immigrants."

- The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of Canada

"Pick up this book and you'll feel like taking on the world. Roy Ratnavel's story proves that you really do make your own luck, that you really can make it to the top with hard work--and that there are still people out there with the courage to speak their minds. An exciting, thoughtful, inspiring read."

- Jeff Rubin, Bestselling author of The Expendables

"A stirring struggle to forge promise and purpose from a life scarred by pain, and to bridge two worlds with compassion and hustle learned in each of them. Ratnavel shows we can pull each other up by our bootstraps."

- James Bradshaw, Reporter for The Globe and Mail

AXIOM Business Award 2024 - Bronze Medal Winner

Why This Book Is a Must-Read

  • “Few memoirs manage to capture both the harrowing depths of human suffering and the extraordinary heights of success with as much raw honesty as Prisoner #1056.”

  • “This is a must-read for anyone interested in the human experience and resilience of the human spirit!”

  • “An emotional and compelling read that leaves you inspired and motivated to reach your full potential!”

  • “I found the read, not only eye-opening, but having me examine my own thoughts and opinions about things like this around the world.”

  • “A powerful, fascinating, uplifting and excellently written memoir. You are a very credible storyteller and, what a story!”

  • “If I had the book when I was 18, it would have been life changing.”

  • “With gripping storytelling and thought-provoking insights, Prisoner #1056 goes beyond a personal memoir, it is a tale about how to craft one's mindset.”

  • “The book has inspired my partner and me to reflect on our lives and aspirations. The writing is clearly infused with genuine passion and insight.”

  • “Passionate, unfiltered, and deeply moving, Prisoner #1056 is a compelling reminder that while we may not control where we begin, our destiny is ours to shape.”

  • "A deeply moving inspirational memoir that takes the readers on an incredible journey of survival, resilience and triumph.”

  • “This book was so inspiring to me, with how descriptive each chapter was I just wanted to keep going and going.”

  • “I wish I could write a 'book' on the 'book'. It was one of the most fascinating, thought provoking and seamlessly penned books I have read in recent times.”

  • “This book had me in tears and smiles. If you are looking for an inspirational true story that would make an amazing movie. This is that book!”

  • “I found Prisoner # 1056 captivating. The author was brave, honest, open hearted and incredibly inspiring. Very well written, I couldn’t put it down.”

  • "I have gifted this book to others over Christmas. It is simply an extraordinary tale of resilience and the human spirit."

Why I Wrote Prisoner #1056

Book Launch on April 18, 2023

Interviews

  • Disrupt Radio Australia

    July 2023

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  • A Little More Conversation with Ben O'Hara-Byrne

    April 2023

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  • CBC Radio: Mainstreet NS with Jeff Douglas

    April 2023

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  • NewsTalk 1010, The Rush

    April 2023

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  • The Roy Green Show

    April 2023

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  • Global News Radio

    April 2023

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