Bear Grylls

Bear Grylls' prime-time TV adventure series is one of the most watched shows on the planet, reaching an estimated 1.2 billion viewers in over 180 countries.

Bear has authored ten books and, as a former member of the UK Special Forces, was made an honorary Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Navy. He continues to lead record-breaking expeditions to the world's extremes, and these missions have raised over £1.5 million for children's charities.

Bear recently took over as the youngest ever Chief Scout to the Scouting Association, acting as the figurehead to 28 million Scouts around the globe.

He lives with his wife, Shara, and their three sons, Jesse, Marmaduke and Huckleberry, on a Dutch barge in London and on a small remote island off the coast of Wales.

What kinds of books does Bear Grylls write?

He writes survival and adventure titles including memoirs, practical survival handbooks, and adventure fiction/series and activity books for children and young readers.

Which series has Bear Grylls written?

Notable series on the page include the Mission: Survival series, the Bear Grylls Adventure series, and the Bear Grylls Survival Skills series; there are also standalone handbooks and activity titles.

Where should I start if I'm new to Bear Grylls?

If you want autobiography and inspiration, start with Mud, Sweat and Tears; for practical tips try the Bear Grylls Ultimate Survival Handbook or his Survival Skills books; for younger readers begin with Mission: Survival Book 1, Gold of the Gods.

Are Bear Grylls' books suitable for children and young readers?

Yes. The author has multiple children’s/adventure titles and activity books (for example the Bear Grylls Adventure series, Mission: Survival series, sticker and activity books, and 'Soul Fuel for Young Explorers').

Has Bear Grylls received notable honors or recognition?

The Booktopia page highlights non-literary honors and recognition,he was made an honorary Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Navy and became the youngest ever Chief Scout,and it lists bestselling titles; the page does not list specific literary awards.