Exclusive Preview: “The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Midlife”

As someone staring 50 in its cold, dead eyes, The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Midlife by David Borginecht, Joshua Piven, and Don Steinberg may have been written for me. And probably you too.

Cover of 'The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Midlife' featuring a blue background and a caution sign with an illustration of a person holding a sickle.

Here’s the logline: From the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series comes expert advice for one of the most extreme situations of all: middle age.

Your knees are hurting. Your relationships are changing. Your retirement funds are okay-ish, maybe—you can’t quite remember (and can you actually retire in this economy?).

Whether you’re in the midst of a full-blown midlife crisis or you’re just feeling . . . a little bit older, this indispensable guide from the world’s best-selling survival series has all the expert advice for all the challenges you’ll face at that “certain age,” including:

  • How to Survive Being Called Sir or Ma’am
  • How to Get a Tattoo You Won’t Regret
  • How to Conceal Your Beer Gut
  • How to Survive a Colonoscopy
  • How Not to Die Alone

And dozens more hilarious and relatable worst-case scenarios to help you make the best of your midlife—and beyond.

Check out an exclusive preview of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Midlife below! Preorder it here before its release on October 13.

Introduction page featuring quotes from Eleanor Roosevelt and Isaac Asimov about aging and life transitions. The text discusses the challenges of midlife, including physical changes and emotional struggles.
A page from a book discussing the changes in the body and mind that come with aging, including reflections on self-image, health, and existential thoughts.
Page from a book discussing the challenges and reflections of midlife, including feelings of invisibility, the desire for change, and the responsibilities towards younger and older generations.
Text from a book introduction discussing the challenges and opportunities of midlife, emphasizing personal growth and confidence.

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