Hi, I'm Garrett.

Gamer. Husband. Dad of three. Author of the parenting book I needed when I started.

Hi, I’m Garrett.

Gamer. Husband. Dad. Author of the parenting book I needed when I started.
When my first kid was born, I felt like I’d been dropped into an open-world game with no tutorial. So I did what any gamer does I started taking notes, testing strategies, and sharing what worked. Years later, those notes became Achievement Unlocked a warm, funny, practical guide for gamer parents who need real help without the lectures. I write for the parents who love their kids fiercely, still love their hobbies, and just want to feel like themselves again. If that’s you, you’re already in the guild.

The voice you'll hear inside.

Warm honesty

No judgement, no perfect-parent theatre — just real talk.

Playful structure

Gaming metaphors that make hard moments easier to discuss.

Practical first

Every idea is something you can actually do tonight.

Hopeful tone

Parenting is hard. It's also the best game we ever play.

A little timeline.

2014

First save point

Married my best player two. Started dreaming about a family.
2017

New game started

Became a dad. Realized no manual ships in the box.
2019

The notes begin

Started writing down what worked. Friends asked for copies.
2022

Hero Parents Guild

Launched the community. 10,000+ parents joined in year one.
2026

Parenthood Unlocked

The book — every cheat code I wish I'd had on day one.
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