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• Get a rare glimpse into the mind of Karrion Kross

  “Life is Fighting is a must-read for any fan of the wrestling business.” Kofi Kingston, WWE Grand Slam Champion, 16-time Tag Team Champion

  His physique and unbridled intensity are enough to inspire fear. Factor in a unique combination of precision and abject ruthlessness, and it becomes clear that anyone stepping into the ring with him is in immediate danger. A master of catch wrestling and jiu jitsu, Kross has done battle around the world. He boasts an array of devastating suplexes. And if that’s not enough, he’s more than happy to put opponents to sleep . . . But despite his menacing exterior, the human being behind the characterKevin Kesaris soft-spoken and highly thoughtful. Recognized by his peers for his exceptional love for his profession, Kesar endured numerous setbacks on the way to achieving his dream. Along with his wife, Elizabethknown in WWE as Scarletthe has repeatedly found the fortitude to bounce back stronger. In Life is Fighting he shares the real story.

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• Kevin Robert Kesar is a professional wrestler for World Wrestling Entertainment on USA Network & FOX. A performer, actor, martial artist, and producer of the short film Blue Evening, hes entertained and competed worldwide for more than a decade. Although he resides in Orlando, hes seen many worlds and offers very intimate and personal stories through his multicultural background as a proud New Yorkborn traveler.

• Published: August 2025

  ISBN: 9781770418493

  Dimensions: 6 x 9 in.

  Pages: 248

When I first stumbled across Kevins work on YouTube, I was blown away by his raw intensity and unmatched promo ability. His presence was magnetic, and his words cut like a blade. I was lucky enough to work with him in Lucha Underground and later in AAA, witnessing firsthand his brilliance in the ring and beyond. Kevin is not just a powerhouse performer; hes one of the most intelligent and kind-hearted people Ive ever met in the wrestling world. His promos are meticulously crafted, each line dripping with purpose and genius. Though he may seem like a killer in the ring, offstage, hes a true gentleman. In Life Is Fighting, Kevin shares stories that are as gripping and powerful as his performances, offering a glimpse into the mind of a true visionary. This is a must-read for anyone who loves wrestlingor simply a damn good story. Chris DeJoseph, Producer, Writer, The Circle, Love Island, Big Brother, WWE, Lucha Underground

Life Is Fighting is a must-read for any fan of the wrestling business. On a grander scale, it is a personal, open, and honest account filled with several helpful gems of advice that are sure to help many in need of hope, motivation, or guidance. Kofi Kingston, WWE Grand Slam Champion, 16-time Tag Team Champion

This isnt just another wrestling autobiography. Its an honest memoir about perseverance, identity, and love. Its about how a man who makes his living by portraying brutality in the ring has learned to process fragility, humility, and humanity outside of it. Back Sports Page

Ive known Kevin for many years, and Ive seen the ups and downs of his career from a distance and some firsthand. Getting the chance to hear, in detail, his thoughts and emotions as he made his way to the present day was eye-opening. Most people dont know him besides what they see on TV. Taking the chance to read this book gives people the opportunity to see into one of the most creative and driven people Ive ever met. The world around you doesnt always work like you think it will, but regardless of that, youll learn how Kevin has been able to evolve and adapt where most people would have given up. Incredibly inspiring. Xavier Woods, WWE King of the Ring and 12-time Tag Team Champion

Life Is Fighting isnt just a memoirits a playbook for perseverance. With brutal honesty, Kevin pulls back the curtain on a life forged in pain, discipline, and raw purpose. This is more than a wrestling storyits a visceral reminder that the fiercest fights arent in the ring, but within ourselves. Chris Van Vliet, four-time Emmy award winner

Those who want to read a different style of writing from a wrestler, this is one for them, filled with enlightening thoughts on life and living. LanceWrites