The Secret Biographies

John Assaraf

John Assaraf - moneymaking and business-building expert, John is also an international bestselling author, lecturer, and business advisor, committed to helping entrepreneurs create greater wealth while living an extraordinary life. John has dedicated the last twenty-five years to researching the human brain, quantum physics, and business strategies, as they relate to achieving success in business and life. By applying what he learned, John has built four multi-million dollar companies from scratch, and he now shares his unique business-building and moneymaking ideas with entrepreneurs and small business owners worldwide.  More...

Michael Bernard Beckwith

Michael Bernard Beckwith - nonaligned, transreligious progressive, founded the Agape International Spiritual Center, whose membership numbers 10,000 locally and hundreds of thousands of friends and affiliates world-wide. He is co-founder of the Association for Global New Thought, whose annual conference brings together scientists, economists, artists, and spiritual leaders at the cutting edge of guiding humanity to its highest potential. Michael teaches meditation and scientific prayer, conducts retreats, and speaks at conferences and seminars. He is the originator of the Life Visioning Process, and author of Inspirations of the Heart, 40 Day Mind Fast Soul Feast, and A Manifesto of Peace.  More...

Genevieve Behrend (c. 1881-c. 1960)

Genevieve Behrend - studied with the great Judge Thomas Troward, one of the early teachers of spiritual metaphysics, and author of Mental Science. Thomas Troward chose Behrend as his only pupil, and she went on to teach, lecture, and practice "mental science" in North America for thirty-five years, as well as write her own popular books, Your Invisible Power and Attaining Your Heart's Desire.

Lee Brower

Lee Brower - founder and CEO of Empowered Wealth, an international consulting firm that offers businesses, foundations, families, and individuals systems and solutions for empowering their Core, Experience, Contribution, and Financial Assets. He is also the founder of The Quadrant Living Experience, a boutique firm that licenses and trains an international network of Quadrant Living Advisors. Lee is co-author of Wealth Enhancement and Preservation and author of The Brower Quadrant.  More...

Jack Canfield

Jack Canfield - author of The Success Principles, is the co-creator of the phenomenal number one New York Times bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series. He is a leading expert in creating success breakthroughs for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, managers, sales professionals, employees, and educators, and has helped hundreds of thousands of individuals achieve their dreams.  More...

Robert Collier (1885-1950)

Robert Collier - prolific and hugely successful American writer. All of his books, which include The Secret of the Ages and Riches within Your Reach, were founded on Collier's own extensive research into metaphysics and on his personal belief that success, happiness, and abundance are easily and rightfully attainable by everyone. The excerpts contained in this book were taken from the seven-volume set The Secret of the Ages, with the generous consent of Robert Collier Publications.

John Demartini

John Demartini - doctor, philosopher, author and international speaker. For many years he had a successful chiropractic clinic, and was once named Chiropractor of the Year. Dr. Demartini is now a consultant to health professionals, and speaks and writes on the subjects of healing and philosophy. His personal transformation methodologies have helped thousands of people find a greater order and happiness in their lives.  More...

Marie Diamond

Marie Diamond - Feng Shui master who has been practicing for more than twenty years, refining the knowledge given to her at an early age. She has advised numerous Hollywood celebrities, major film directors and producers, music giants, and famous authors. Marie has helped many well known public figures create more success in all areas of their lives. Marie created Diamond Feng Shui, Diamond Dowsing, and Inner Diamond Feng Shui to bridge the law of attraction in an individual's environment.  More...

Mike Dooley

Mike Dooley - author, international speaker and founder of TUT's Adventurers Club. After living and working around the world for Price Waterhouse, in 1989 he co-founded Totally Unique Thoughts (TUT) to retail and wholesale its own line of inspirational gifts. From the ground up, TUT grew into a regional chain of stores, was carried by every major U.S. department store, and reached consumers around the globe through distribution centers in Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Switzerland, selling over one million Totally Unique T-shirts®. In 2000 he transformed TUT into a web-based inspirational and philosophical Adventurers Club, which now has over 60,000 members from more than 169 countries. He is the author of a number of books, including three volumes of Notes from the Universe and the internationally acclaimed audio program, Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams.  More...

Bob Doyle

Bob Doyle - creator and facilitator of the Wealth Beyond Reason program, a multi-media curriculum on the Law of Attraction and its practical application. Bob focuses on the science of the Law of Attraction to help you more purposefully activate the law in your life, and to attract wealth, success, awesome relationships, and anything else you desire.  More...

Hale Dwoskin

Hale Dwoskin - author of the New York Times bestseller The Sedona Method, Hale Dwoskin dedicates himself to freeing people of limiting beliefs in order to help them achieve whatever their hearts desire. The Sedona Method is a unique and powerful technique that shows you how to release limiting and painful feelings, beliefs, and attitudes. Hale has taught these principles to corporations and individuals worldwide for the past thirty years.  More...

Morris Goodman

Morris Goodman - popularly known as The Miracle Man, he made headlines in 1981 when he recovered from horrific injuries after crashing his airplane. He was told he would never walk, speak, or function normally again, but today Morris travels the world inspiring and uplifting thousands of people with his astounding story. Morris's wife, Cathy Goodman, is also featured in The Secret, telling her own inspiring account of selfhealing.

John Gray

John Gray - psychologist, international speaker and author of the best-selling relationship book, Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, John Gray's work has inspired millions across the planet. His focus is to help men and women understand, respect, and appreciate their differences, in both personal and professional relationships. His new book is The Mars and Venus Diet and Exercise Solution.  More...

Charles Haanel (1866-1949)

Charles Haanel - successful American businessman and the author of several books, all of which contained Haanel's own ideas and methods that he used to achieve greatness in his own life. His most famous work is The Master Key System, which gives twenty-four weekly lessons to greatness, and is as popular today as it was when it was first published in 1912.

John Hagelin

John Hagelin - renowned quantum physicist, educator, and public policy expert. His book Manual for a Perfect Government, explains how to solve major societal and environmental problems and create world peace through policies in harmony with the laws of nature. John Hagelin was awarded the prestigious Kilby Award, which recognizes scientists who have made major contributions to society. He was also the Natural Law Party presidential candidate in 2000. John is regarded by many as one of the greatest scientists on the planet today.  More...

Bill Harris

Bill Harris - professional speaker, teacher, and business owner. After studying ancient and modern research about the nature of the mind and transformational techniques, Bill created Holosync, an audio technology that results in the benefits of deep meditation. Bill Harris' work has enabled thousands of people worldwide to lead happier lives.  More...

Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson - originally trained in Western medicine, he became interested in energy healing after overcoming a life threatening illness using unconventional methods. He is now a leader in energy healing and the healing system entitled The Healing Codes.  More...

Loral Langemeier

Loral Langemeier - founder of Live Out Loud, which provides financial education and support to help people reach their monetary goals. She believes that mindset is the key to building wealth. Loral speaks to individuals and corporations, passing on her knowledge and expertise, she has assisted many people in becoming millionaires.  More...

Prentice Muiford (1834-1891)

Prentice Muiford - one of the earliest writers and founders of the New Thought movement, and was a recluse for much of his life. He has influenced countless writers and teachers with his work, which deals with mental and spiritual laws. Titles include Thoughts Arc Things and The White Cross Library, a collection of his many essays.

Lisa Nichols

Lisa Nichols - powerful advocate of personal empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses and Motivating the Teen Spirit, two comprehensive skills programs that work to bring about profound change in the lives of teenagers, women, and entrepreneurs, as well as provide services to the educational system, corporate clients, empowerment organizations, and faith-based programs. Lisa is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the African American Soul.  More...

Bob Proctor

Bob Proctor - best selling author of You Were Born Rich, and has transformed the lives of millions through his books, seminars, courses and personal coaching spanning the last 40 years. Bob's wisdom came to him through a lineage of great teachers. It began with Andrew Carnegie who passed it to Napoleon Hill, and then Hill passed it to Earl Nightingale. Earl Nightingale then passed the torch of wisdom to Bob Proctor.  More...

James Arthur Ray

James Arthur Ray - a student of the principles of true wealth and prosperity his entire life, James developed The Science of Success and Harmonic Wealth. James teaches people how to receive unlimited results in all areas: financially, relationally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually. His personal performance systems, corporate training programs, and coaching aids are utilized worldwide, and he speaks regularly on the subjects of true wealth, success, and human potential. James is also an expert on many Eastern, indigenous, and mystical traditions.  More...

David Schirmer

David Schirmer - successful share trader, investor, and investment trainer who conducts workshops, seminars, and courses. David Schirmer specializes in teaching unlimited wealth strategies and abundance. Schirmer's analysis of the Australian and overseas share and commodity markets is held in high regard due to his regular accuracy.  More...

Marci Shimoff

Marci Shimoff - co-author of the enormously successful Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul and Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul. Marci is a transformational leader who speaks passionately about personal development and happiness. Her work is specially geared toward enhancing women's lives. She is also co-founder and president of The Esteem Group, a company that offers self-esteem and inspirational programs for women.  More...

Joe Vitale

Joe Vitale - metaphysician and one of the top marketing specialists in the world, He has written numerous books concerning principles of success and abundance, including Life's Missing Instruction Manual, Hypnotic Writing, and The Attractor Factor, all number one bestsellers. Joe holds a doctorate degree in Metaphysical Science and is a certified hypnotherapist, metaphysical practitioner, ordained minister, and Chi Kung healer.  More...

Denis Waitley

Denis Waitley - psychologist and trainer of NASA astronauts and Olympic athletes in the field of mind potential. His audio album, The Psychology of Winning, is the all-time bestselling program on self-mastery, and he is also the author of fifteen non-fiction books, including several international bestsellers.  More...

Neale Donald Walsch

Neale Donald Walsch - modern-day spiritual messenger and the bestselling author of the groundbreaking three-book Conversations with God series, which broke all records on the New York Times bestsellers list. Neale has published twenty-two books, as well as video and audio programs, and travels the world carrying the message of a New Spirituality.  More...

Wallace Wattles (1860-1911)

Wallace Wattles - spent many years studying various religions and philosophies before he began to write about the practice of New Thought principles. Wattles's many books have had a significant impact on today's prosperity and success teachers. His most famous work is the prosperity classic The Science of Getting Rich, published in 1910.

Fred Alan Wolf

Fred Alan Wolf - physicist, writer, and lecturer, with a doctorate in theoretical physics. Dr. Wolf has taught at universities throughout the world, and his work in quantum physics and consciousness is well known through his writing. Fred Alan Wolf is a prolific writer and lectures throughout the world making quantum physics accessible to millions.  More...