Author, coach, and ministry leader Phil Jones, Jr. has announced the release of his new book, Captain: 72 Days to Unlock Your Inner Superhero, a practical 72-day roadmap designed to help readers develop greater self-leadership, strengthen daily habits, and live with intentional purpose. The book, published by Lucid Books, presents a daily action plan where each day offers a simple but significant choice: Seize or Relinquish.
Jones describes Captain as more than a motivational book; it is a plan. 'If someone follows it for 72 days, I truly believe they cannot help but get results,' he said. The book challenges readers to take ownership of their decisions, sharpen their vision, build resilience, and embrace the courage necessary to create lasting change. By the end of the journey, readers will have developed practical tools to lead themselves more effectively in every area of life.
Jones' passion for helping others discover purpose stems from years of experience in both financial planning and pastoral ministry. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Sam Houston State University and a Master of Divinity from Liberty University. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, he brings a grounded and practical perspective to personal growth, resilience, and legacy.
While Captain is his second completed manuscript, becoming a published author represents the fulfillment of a long-held dream. 'I have dreamed of writing a book for years and felt like this is what I was supposed to do,' Jones shared. His passion for writing began in a fourth-grade classroom where his class published a poetry book. 'That was the first time I realized I loved writing,' he said.
Like many aspiring authors, Jones faced challenges along the way. 'My biggest challenge was taking the step to put myself out there,' he explained. Drawing inspiration from legendary author Og Mandino, Jones adopted a disciplined approach to writing. One strategy he credits for overcoming writer's block is a practice he calls 'Bach O'Clock.' 'I go into my office at the same time every day and turn on Bach. The routine helps me focus and create,' he said. Jones describes his writing journey in three words: Relentless. Disciplined. Transformational. Those same qualities are woven throughout Captain, making it an ideal resource for individuals seeking personal growth, leadership development, and lasting change.
When asked what advice he would offer aspiring authors, Jones' answer was simple: 'Decide, and do it.' Through Captain: 72 Days to Unlock Your Inner Superhero, Jones hopes to inspire readers to stop waiting for change and start leading themselves toward it, one intentional day at a time. The book is available through Lucid Books, an independent hybrid publisher in the Houston area that offers the connections and expertise of a traditional publisher with the author involvement of a self-publisher. For more information, visit Lucid Books.
