A Simpler Time

What does it mean to grow up in A Simpler Time?

Set in the sun-soaked streets of 1950s and early ’60s Southern California, A Simpler Time: As We Remember is a vivid coming-of-age memoir that captures the rhythm, romance, and rebellion of a generation. Through the lives of Geoff and Natalie, readers relive a cultural tapestry woven from rock and roll music, beach outings, teen romance, drive-in theaters, and the quiet strength of family and community values.

Each chapter unfolds through evocative vignettes, dramatized with journalistic flair and titled after iconic songs of the era. From the jitter of a first kiss to the roar of a muscle car, and from school dances to surf band gigs, the book chronicles the universal experiences of adolescence: freedom, innocence, passion, and heartbreak, all set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America.

With rich nostalgia, musical history, and social snapshots, this memoir connects readers to the emotional pulse of a time when life was slower, sweeter, and still full of wonder. It is perfect for fans of cultural memoirs, rock and roll history, and those who remember (or wish they had) what it felt like to be young in the age of vinyl and values.

Rediscover the beauty of a time worth remembering. Step into the story of A Simpler Time.