5 Degrees Publishing
5 Degrees Publishing creates practical, reflective books for children and adults—each grounded in the belief that a small intentional turn can change what happens next.
Books by Deren Wilder
Forthcoming
For Elementary Classrooms, Families, Parents, and Educators
Through Riley and Pip’s friendship, this story helps children see how small, brave choices can make someone feel welcome and open the door to connection.
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For Adults, Leaders, Professionals, and People Navigating Change
Drawing on decades of coaching and my own experiences with setbacks and change, this book explores how small shifts in language, focus, physiology, attitude, and perspective can shape the choice we make next.
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A personal collection of books that have challenged my language, redirected my focus, expanded my perspective, and influenced the way I lead, coach, and live.
Financial Growth
Dave Ramsey
When I was more than $300,000 in debt, The Total Money Makeover provided a clear roadmap for changing my financial life. I put its principles into practice to eliminate that debt, and they helped me remain debt-free. The experience continues to shape how I approach financial decisions and long-term security for my family.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Personal Growth
Tony Robbins
This book challenged me to pay closer attention to the language I use, the standards I accept, and the choices I make when I want my life to move in a different direction.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Financial Growth
Tony Robbins
It reinforced my belief that a long-term financial plan requires the discipline to stay grounded when headlines, markets, and emotions tempt us to react.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Leadership
Stephen R. Covey
As a coach and 7 Habits trainer, I keep returning to its reminder that how we lead begins with how we manage ourselves and how well we listen to others.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Leadership
Stephen M. R. Covey
This book gave me another way to think about something I’ve seen in coaching and at work: trust grows through consistent behavior, and its presence changes what people can accomplish together.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Relationships
Dale Carnegie
It reminds me that people respond best when they feel heard, respected, and valued, whether I’m coaching an athlete, working with a colleague, or having a difficult conversation at home.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Personal Growth
John C. Maxwell
This book speaks to a principle at the heart of 5 Degrees: before a different result becomes possible, we often need to pause and examine the thinking behind our next choice.View on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
These ideas echo the Five Degrees, and you can read more in my Reflections.
Featured Collection
Published works by author Derek Wilder.
Business & Leadership
Derek Wilder
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This book approaches business as a complex, nonlinear system and translates chaos theory into practical operating habits for navigating uncertainty, strengthening feedback, and making adaptable decisions.
Faith & Personal Growth
Derek Wilder
About the Book
Bringing together psychology, theology, social work, and life coaching, this book explores grace-based freedom from other people’s opinions, failure, the past, difficult circumstances, and the need to fix others.
Faith & Thought Life
Derek Wilder
About the Book
Through a scriptural lens, this book examines difficult emotions—including anger, worry, doubt, and confusion—and offers principles for applying biblical teaching to thoughts and emotional responses.
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