What’s Inside
The Mission: A new perspective on Operation Neptune Spear and what happened in the years that followed.
The Lawfare: The Department of Justice civil action, the years of litigation, the $6 million settlement, and the personal cost.
SEAL Team Six: Thirteen combat deployments. The teammates who survived, the ones who didn’t, and the ones still serving.
Mark Owen: Why the pen name, what it meant, and why this book is published under his real name.
Family, Friends, Fun, & Faith: The shift from operator to husband, father, and writer — and the role of faith in that transition.
What comes next: The conversation around accountability, transparency, and a SEAL’s obligation to history.
FAMILY · FRIENDS · FUN · FAITH
“I’ve said it a million times, and I’ll probably say it a
million more — I didn’t write No Easy Day to portray myself as some sort of
badass operator or to etch my name in the history books. My sole purpose was to
give credit to the SEAL team operators and army airmen who carried out the
mission that night in Abbottabad.”
— Matt Bissonnette
Frequently Asked Questions
No Easy Way releases in Summer 2026. The hardcover, Kindle, and Audible audiobook are all released the same day.
Yes. No Easy Way is the third memoir from Matt Bissonnette, the SEAL Team Six operator who wrote No Easy Day. No Easy Day was published in 2012 under the pen name Mark Owen; No Easy Way is the first book published under his real name.
Yes. Mark Owen was the pen name Matt Bissonnette used when he wrote No Easy Day in 2012 and No Hero in 2014 to protect his identity. With No Easy Way, he is writing under his real name. The book cover deliberately shows the Mark Owen pen name crossed out.
Yes. The audiobook releases on the website the same day as the hardcover. Matt Bissonnette narrates the audiobook himself — the first time he has voiced his own memoir. Additional character voices are AI-generated.
The hardcover edition of No Easy Way is $29.99 at MattBissonnette.com. The audiobook is priced by at $21.99. Amazon hardcover and Kindle prices may vary.
A paperback edition is typically released by publishers 9 to 12 months after the hardcover. No paperback release date
has been announced yet.
The hardcover is about 256 pages; the audiobook runs approximately 6 hours 50 minutes.
Matt Bissonnette (full name Matthew Bissonnette) is a former United States Navy SEAL who served on SEAL Team Six and deployed thirteen times during his fourteen-year Navy career. He participated in the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips and Operation Neptune Spear — the mission that killed Osama bin Laden. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller No Easy Day (2012, written under the pen name Mark Owen), the #3 New York Times bestseller No Hero (2014), and No Easy Way (2026). He served as an executive producer on the CBS series SEAL Team.
About the Author
Matt Bissonnette is a former United States Navy SEAL. He served on SEAL Team Six and deployed thirteen times during his fourteen-year career, including the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips in 2009 and the May 2011 raid in Abbottabad, Pakistan that killed Osama bin Laden. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller No Easy Day (2012, written under the pen name Mark Owen), the #3 New York Times bestseller No Hero (2014), and No Easy Way (2026). He served as an executive producer on the CBS series SEAL Team. He lives with his family in the United States.
Family. Friends. Fun. Faith.
Book Details
ISBN-13: 979-8-9949519-0-3
Format: Hardcover
Language: English (US)
No easy day was a great book, and this one is also great aside from how hard it is to read about what our government did to an accomplished and selfless Seal. I don’t understand how they are still getting the money from his first books sale when so much has been admitted by them and his lawyer of their wrong doings. He’s paid what he agreed to, I think he should get the revenues going forward. Matt, I’m glad yiu wrote your story. I like your writing style, I hope you write more, even if they are non-fiction. Thank you for all you’ve done for us.
Thank you for speaking about those you knew from Extortion 17.
The book came packaged property, signed as promised and the. Book, like the first two is very good. Matt, we knew your father well (church) and still see your mother at times. We have watched you and your career for a long time and have prayed for you. It is good to see what God has done in your life. My eldest son Lucas just signed up for the Airforce and prequalified for special warfare PJ. Keep him in your prayers and keep up the good fight Brother!
Waited so long for this and it was definitely worth the wait. ♥️
I ordered 2 copies. One for me and one for my son. I have already ready No Easy Day and No Hero. Both were phenomenal reads. So naturally I had to read this one. If no other reason than to support this amazing warrior and see exactly how our government has attacked him relentlessly and with prejudice. It’s a shame how this country has repaid him for his distinguished and selfless service. I pray you prosper in everything you do and I pray those that brought his upon you receive what is coming to them.
I thought the book No Easy Way was super insightful and just makes me mad . It’s crazy how unfeeling and hateful the people that are the oversight are. It reminds me of how Eddie Gallagher and his family was treated. One question I do have for Matt is , if Red was point on the 3rd floor (sorry to change subject from this book to the law suit w Brent T) why can’t Red Point Man go on Andy’s, Shawn’s or even Brent’s Podcast and clear up the truth? He could have his Identity not shown. Anyway NO EASY WAY was worth the wait. I hope I win the Power Ball and I would drop you a few million.--Tony D
Great read. Matt goes into great detail about his post-military career journey and how the scourge of politics continues to impact our warfighters. Lawfare is real, and unfortunately, Matt had to face this head-on. I read the book cover to cover in one sitting. Wishing Matt and the rest of our warriors much success with their future endeavors.
Got a signed copy! Ive followed Matt from the first book and then his interviews and now his last book. Loved that he was very raw and honest. Had some good humor in there too. My Dad is 20+ yrs Army, even he loved the book!.
Fascinating read. Highly recommend!
Very good book fast reading, you really see how God is working in your life. The end of the book what your dad said, chocked me up. He was a strong man. I’m very glad you are doing well keep up the fight.
One of "our" great warriors! Shouldn't have had to endure the wrath of his government that sends, so easily, our best to war. Then, pisses on them when, by the grace of God, they come home. My father was a SOG warrior. Same treatment. His Faith carried him, and he deserves the best for rest his life!
Another excellent writing from Biss! Learning about how much more to his story is extremely insightful and mind blowing. From the 3 World to The 4 F’s, Biss shares how he has risen above the challenges and how we can learn from him. An excellent read that’s hard to put down!
Biss,
First I want to say thank you very much for your service and dedication to getting the truth out. Sorry for all the horrible hardships you went through. The DOJ and the higher-ups within our military echelon and government should be ashamed of themselves. They will have to repent at some point in their lives.You really are the best of us. As a fellow veteran, I’m trying to get this to as many of my veteran brothers and people in my life as possible. This book was expertly written, just like your first book No Easy Day, which I’m currently rereading. Didn’t know you came out with another book No Hero. I can’t wait to read it. Also Seal Team was a great show that I binged watched through Covid. It felt like it had some hi speed military tactics in it and now I know why. Thank you for also making sure people saw and understood the lifestyle, family and life challenges that you guys went through. Keep up the good work brother and I’ll make sure I focus on the 4 F’s.
Respectfully,
Aaron
A real world look at the reality of what few would ever expect. Keep up the good fight Biss!
A great- sad but true tale of resilience and service to our country.
Definitely a must read along with No Easy Day and No Hero.
Amazing story of resilience, fortitude, and faith. Bravo! I know that who ever finishes this book will walk away with how to better deal and succeed with the hardships of life. Not one of us escapes hard things and your story gives us all hope. God speed.
Great quality! I love the book itself and I was happy to support Matt
Thanks Matt - Compelling story and journey of an American vet/citizen/talent. Buy both books, follow the journey, support when able. Well Done!
I haven’t started reading it yet, I have a stack of books waiting. I’m really glad to have been able to help even in a small way by buying the book. God bless you Biss. I actually bought 4 cooies(sorry, not sorry for the extra signatures you had to do 😎), but I got one for each of my 2 sons(both served as did I) and a buddy I served with (93-96). 🇺🇸
Got the book on Monday, started reading late Friday night, was done by Sunday morning! Great and interesting read, I couldn't put it down. I wish Biss the absolute best of luck, and I hope he keeps on writing. Thank you for signing my copy!
Where do I start? I love it! I need to get the 1st one, I for one am tired of government overreach! I seen your podcast with Shawn Ryan, thats why I bought the book.
Truly an inspirational story. It shed some light on our crooked and corrupt government and judicial system. The grit and tenacity of your story was very motivating.
