
The Price of Being Human.
Zoya Parkier
Guide to the real world using economics etc
About The Book
The Price of Being Human is my debut book — a blend of economics, psychology, and storytelling that explores the hidden costs behind our everyday choices. Why do we tip strangers but not teachers? Why do we chase happiness as if it were a product on a shelf? And what does it really mean to belong in a world that puts a price on everything?
This book takes big, abstract ideas and translates them into human stories — smart, heartfelt, and just a little bit funny. My goal is to make readers stop, think, and maybe see themselves differently.
Why I Wrote It
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the space where numbers meet feelings — how economics can explain human behaviour, but never fully capture the messiness of it. Writing this book was my way of bridging those worlds. It’s personal, but also universal. It’s about me, but really, it’s about us.
Where I Am Now
The manuscript is written, and I’m currently in the editorial stage — working with my publisher to shape every chapter until it says exactly what it needs to say. Publishing is a slow process, but one that makes the book sharper, truer, and ready for the world.
Release Information
The book is scheduled for release soon (updates coming here first).