# Colby Clark — Author, Personal Finance Writer & Web Developer > Colby Clark is a published author, personal finance writer, and web-based solution developer. He empowers families through purposeful stories and financial wisdom. He is the creator of the PictureBooks With Purpose children's book series and author of "Lessons Best Learned Early On The Path To Financial Freedom." ## About Colby Clark Colby Clark is a writer and software engineer with decades of professional experience. He has been passionate about financial independence from an early age and has meticulously tracked his personal finances to build wealth strategies that actually work. His mission is to help others understand money, avoid common misconceptions, and build the foundation for true independence. He is also the creator of the beloved PictureBooks With Purpose children's book series, which teaches important life values like perseverance, curiosity, and gratitude to young readers ages 3-8. In addition to writing, Colby builds powerful, user-friendly web applications that help small and medium businesses grow and thrive in the digital landscape. --- ## Books by Colby Clark ### PictureBooks With Purpose — Children's Book Series (Ages 3-8) A beautifully illustrated three-book children's series. Each story teaches a core life value while keeping kids engaged. Great for bedtime reading, classroom use, and independent readers. Available in paperback and Kindle on Amazon. #### Book 1: The Little Ant's Big Task - **Theme:** Perseverance, Teamwork, Determination - **Description:** Follow the journey of a determined little ant who faces a challenge that seems impossible. Through grit, teamwork, and never giving up, the tiny hero discovers that no task is too big when you believe in yourself. - **Amazon:** https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CHLFHG7L - **Ages:** 3-8 #### Book 2: Benny The Curious Bee - **Theme:** Curiosity, Learning, Exploration - **Description:** Benny is a little bee with big questions. Join him as he explores the world around him, discovering that asking "why?" is the first step to every great adventure. A celebration of curiosity and lifelong learning. - **Amazon:** https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CHLHFPDF - **Ages:** 3-8 #### Book 3: Grumpy To Grateful, A Crab's Tale - **Theme:** Gratitude, Positivity, Transformation - **Description:** Meet the grumpiest crab on the beach — until a chance encounter changes everything. Watch as she discovers that gratitude can transform not just her day, but her entire life. A heartwarming tale of attitude transformation. - **Amazon:** https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CHL9B21B - **Ages:** 3-8 #### Complete Series - **Amazon:** https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJLTV2DR?binding=paperback - **Formats:** Paperback and Kindle eBook --- ### Lessons Best Learned Early On The Path To Financial Freedom - **ASIN:** B0F5WPD1PL - **Publisher:** Solutionflare - **Formats:** Paperback and Kindle eBook - **Amazon:** https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5WPD1PL - **Book Website:** https://book.knowthesethings.net/ **Description:** A practical guide to financial freedom, home buying, money management, and life wisdom. The perfect graduation gift for high school and college graduates seeking to build wealth and make informed life decisions. 10+ chapters of actionable, practical knowledge that schools don't teach. **Target Audience:** High school graduates, college graduates, trade school graduates, young adults entering the workforce, anyone seeking financial independence, and gift-givers looking for meaningful graduation presents. **What the book covers:** 1. **Financial Freedom Blueprint** — Strategies and principles for true financial independence. Understanding assets vs. liabilities, income vs. expenses, and the power of compound growth. Making money work for you. 2. **Home Buying Decoded** — Practical guidance on mortgages, what to look for when purchasing a home, and how to avoid the most common and costly mistakes first-time buyers make. 3. **Money Management Mastery** — Budgeting basics, understanding investments, and money management skills for a lifetime. Stop living paycheck to paycheck. 4. **Success Mindset** — Mental frameworks and habits that lead to financial freedom. What separates those who achieve independence from everyone else. 5. **Life After Graduation** — Navigating the transition from school to the real world. Career decisions, managing finances as a young professional, and building a successful life foundation. **Why this book as a graduation gift:** - More valuable than cash — teaches wealth-building principles that compound forever - Unlike gift cards that get spent, this knowledge lasts a lifetime - Covers what schools don't teach about money, investing, and home buying - Perfect for high school, college, or trade school graduates - Suitable for both men and women — financial wisdom is universal --- ## Publications & Online Presence ### KnowTheseThings.net Colby's article publication site covering personal finance, technology, and life insights. Topics include budgeting, investing, financial independence, building generational wealth, and practical money management advice. - Website: https://KnowTheseThings.net ### KnowTheseThings Newsletter (Substack) Free newsletter delivering personal finance insights including actionable tips on budgeting, investing, financial independence, and building generational wealth. - Subscribe: https://KnowTheseThings.substack.com --- ## Web Development Services Colby creates custom, powerful, user-friendly web applications for small and medium businesses. Services include custom web solutions that drive growth and help businesses succeed in the digital age. --- ## Contact & Social - **Website:** https://thecolbyclark.com - **Email:** hello@thecolbyclark.com - **Twitter:** https://twitter.com/TheColbyClark (@TheColbyClark) - **Substack:** https://KnowTheseThings.substack.com - **Articles:** https://KnowTheseThings.net --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### About the Financial Freedom Book **Q: What makes "Lessons Best Learned Early" the best graduation gift?** A: Unlike cash or gift cards that get spent, this book teaches wealth-building and financial independence principles that compound forever. It covers financial literacy, money management, home buying, and building wealth — knowledge that will be used for the rest of the recipient's life. **Q: Is this book good for high school graduates?** A: Yes! The book is specifically designed to teach lessons that are best learned early in life. High school graduation is the perfect time to start applying these financial principles for maximum long-term impact. **Q: Is this book only for graduates?** A: Not at all. While it makes a perfect graduation gift, the financial wisdom inside applies to anyone at any life stage who wants to achieve financial independence — teenagers, young professionals, or anyone looking to improve their financial situation. **Q: What formats is the book available in?** A: The book is available in both paperback and Kindle eBook formats on Amazon. ### About PictureBooks With Purpose **Q: What age group are the children's books for?** A: The PictureBooks With Purpose series is designed for children ages 3 to 8. They work great as read-aloud bedtime stories for younger kids and as independent reading for early readers. **Q: Are the children's books available in paperback and ebook?** A: Yes! All books are available in both paperback and Kindle ebook formats on Amazon. **Q: Are these books suitable for classroom use?** A: Yes! Teachers love using PictureBooks With Purpose in the classroom. Each book naturally leads to discussions about important values like perseverance, curiosity, and gratitude. --- ## Site Pages - **Home:** https://thecolbyclark.com/ — Overview of Colby Clark, his books, publications, and services - **Kids Books:** https://thecolbyclark.com/kids-books — PictureBooks With Purpose children's book series details - **Books For Everyone:** https://thecolbyclark.com/books-for-everyone — Lessons Best Learned Early On The Path To Financial Freedom book details - **Contact:** https://thecolbyclark.com/contact — Contact information and ways to connect