GREAT NEWS!  My New Book: WAKE UP! It's time to Say Yes to a Life Worth Loving" is now available at all major book retailers!

GREAT NEWS!  My New Book: WAKE UP! It's time to Say Yes to a Life Worth Loving" is now available at all major book retailers!

Best-Selling Author.
National Speaker.

ABOUT JACKIE

Best-Selling Author.
National Speaker.

ABOUT JACKIE

I’m Jackie Pflug: writer, speaker, and survivor.

In 1985, I lived through a hijacking that nearly took my life. That moment changed everything. My recovery was long and layered—learning to read, speak, and trust life again—but it eventually led me here.

Today, I write and speak to share my story and help others navigate their own turning points. Whether you’re facing loss, transition, or simply searching for meaning, my work is rooted in the belief that we are all capable of rising again—especially when we learn to listen to our inner voice.

My mission is to share stories that stir something inside you—stories that remind you: you’re not alone, and it’s never too late to begin again.

Meet the Woman Behind the Books

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Visionary & Creator

JACKIE HAS BEEN FEATURED IN

My work invites you to begin again—to rediscover joy, meaning, and connection. Whether it’s through a book, a talk, or a quiet conversation, I hope to help you remember what makes life feel worth living.


RENEWAL

Through speaking and teaching, I help others reconnect with their truth. Whether you’ve lost your spark or your direction, your story still matters. You are allowed to rewrite the next chapter.


RECLAMATION

I share stories that remind us we are stronger than we think. From surviving a hijacking to rebuilding my life, I write to offer courage, clarity, and hope to anyone navigating life after trauma or change.


RESILIENCE

We all face moments that shake us, break us, or change us. I believe those moments—whether dramatic or quiet—carry the seeds of awakening. Through storytelling, reflection, and choosing to say “yes” to life again and again, we can find our way back to joy, truth, and meaning.


Life Will Call You Back—If You’re Willing to Listen

THIS IS WHAT I BELIEVE

My work invites you to rediscover joy, meaning, and connection—through books, talks, and conversation.



RENEWAL

Through speaking and teaching, I help others reconnect with their truth. Your story still matters. You can rewrite the next chapter.




RECLAMATION

I share stories that remind us we’re stronger than we think. From hijacking survival to healing, I offer courage and clarity for life after trauma.



RESILIENCE

We all face moments that break or change us. I believe those moments carry the seeds of awakening. Through storytelling, reflection, and the courage to say “yes,” we begin again.



Life Will Call You Back—If You’re Willing to Listen

THIS IS WHAT I BELIEVE

- JACKIE PFLUG; SURVIVOR, AUTHOR, SPEAKER

"At age 70, I’m certainly not at the end of my journey—in fact, my journey is just beginning."

"At age 70, I’m certainly not at the end of my journey—in fact, my journey is just beginning."

For years, I shared the story of surviving a hijacking. But there’s another chapter I hadn’t told—one about rediscovering myself, piece by piece, long after the trauma faded from the headlines.

It’s taken decades of listening, shedding, healing, and choosing joy—again and again.

I’m not here to tell you how to fix yourself. I’m here to remind you that your inner voice has always been there, waiting to guide you home.

It’s never too late to wake up to your life.

What if the most powerful part of your story... comes after the hardest chapter?

Survival Was Just the Beginning

Became a Mom

The birth of her son Tanner became a powerful new chapter—rooted in joy, purpose, and love.


1997

Miles to Go Before I Sleep was released, chronicling Jackie’s harrowing survival and hard-won recovery.



First Book Published

1996

this was the original cover of my first book

Began Her Speaking Career

After leaving teaching due to lingering effects of her head injury, Jackie found new purpose onstage—sharing her story and inspiring thousands.

1988

Jackie was one of five passengers shot at point-blank range and left for dead on the tarmac. What followed was a long, courageous journey of rebuilding her life from the inside out.

Survived the EgyptAir Hijacking

1985

Forward

With the help of therapist Michelle Fraley, Jackie began deeply transforming her relationship to self—releasing old patterns, claiming her voice, and embracing joy.




Started the Journey to Jackie 2.0

2020

Return to Malta

On the 20th anniversary of the hijacking, Jackie traveled to Malta to thank those who saved her life and bring closure to a profound chapter.


2017

Jackie gave her last professional keynote in Las Vegas after 26 years of public speaking—making space to focus on family, creativity, and healing.


Final Keynote Speech

2011

Backward

this is my friend Eros the horse

Released Second Book: Wake Up!

Jackie’s long-awaited second book—a soulful collection of stories, insights, and self-reflection—marks her return to public life and a new season of sharing her voice.



2025

A story of survival, soul-searching, and saying yes to joy.


My Life's Work and Wake-Up Call

Became a Mom

The birth of her son Tanner became a powerful new chapter—rooted in joy, purpose, and love.


1997

Miles to Go Before I Sleep was released, chronicling Jackie’s harrowing survival and hard-won recovery.



First Book Published

1996

this was the original cover of my first book

Began Her Speaking Career

After leaving teaching due to lingering effects of her head injury, Jackie found new purpose onstage—sharing her story and inspiring thousands.

1988

Jackie was one of five passengers shot at point-blank range and left for dead on the tarmac. What followed was a long, courageous journey of rebuilding her life from the inside out.

Survived the EgyptAir Hijacking

1985

Jackie gave her last professional keynote in Las Vegas after 26 years of public speaking—making space to focus on family, creativity, and healing.


Final Keynote Speech

2011

Return to Malta

On the 20th anniversary of the hijacking, Jackie traveled to Malta to thank those who saved her life and bring closure to a profound chapter.


2017

With the help of therapist Michelle Fraley, Jackie began deeply transforming her relationship to self—releasing old patterns, claiming her voice, and embracing joy.




Started the Journey to Jackie 2.0

2020

Released Second Book: Wake Up!

Jackie’s long-awaited second book—a soulful collection of stories, insights, and self-reflection—marks her return to public life and a new season of sharing her voice.



2025

With the help of therapist Michelle Fraley, Jackie began deeply transforming her relationship to self—releasing old patterns, claiming her voice, and embracing joy.




Started the Journey to Jackie 2.0

2020

Return to Malta

On the 20th anniversary of the hijacking, Jackie traveled to Malta to thank those who saved her life and bring closure to a profound chapter.


2017

Jackie gave her last professional keynote in Las Vegas after 26 years of public speaking—making space to focus on family, creativity, and healing.


Final Keynote Speech

2011

this is my friend Eros the horse

Released Second Book: Wake Up!

Jackie’s long-awaited second book—a soulful collection of stories, insights, and self-reflection—marks her return to public life and a new season of sharing her voice.



2025

A story of survival, soul-searching, and saying yes to joy.


My Life's Work and Wake-Up Call

ON MY BOOKSHELF

GET THE BOOK

Your Story Isn’t Over.


Through every chapter of life, Jackie’s words invite you to pause, listen in, and begin again—with more clarity, deeper courage, and a renewed sense of what’s possible.”


HOST JACKIE

You've still got
Powerful chapters ahead

GET THE BOOK

Your Story Isn’t Over.


Through every chapter of life, Jackie’s words invite you to pause, listen in, and begin again—with more clarity, deeper courage, and a renewed sense of what’s possible.”


HOST JACKIE

You've still got
Powerful chapters ahead