Stronger Than Bone: An Unbreakable Life with Brittle Bones

He Wasn't Supposed to Make It Past 25. Now He's Redefining What It Means to Survive.

Diagnosed as a toddler with Type III Osteogenesis Imperfecta—commonly known as Brittle Bone Disease—Greg Smith was told his life would be short and painful. The doctor's prognosis was bleak: Greg would spend his childhood in and out of hospital with broken bones – and he wouldn't live to see his 25th birthday.

But Greg refused to accept his fate.

Now nearly 70, and one of the world's oldest survivors of Type III OI, Greg shares his extraordinary story of grit, grace, and the relentless pursuit of life.

In Stronger Than Bone, Greg takes readers on a journey that defies medical odds and redefines resilience. From childhood trauma to hard-won triumphs, his memoir is a testament to the power of determination, joy, compassion and love—even when the world tells you to give up.

More than a story of survival, this is an inspirational resource for anyone navigating life's toughest challenges. Whether you're living with OI, caring for someone who is, or simply searching for motivation, Stronger Than Bone proves that the human spirit isn't just resilient—it's unbreakable.