Dave Freeman, co-author of "100 Things to Do Before You Die," has died after falling in his home and hitting his head. He was 47 years old.

Freeman died on August 17th after falling at his Venice home according to his father, Roy Freeman.

Also an advertising agency executive, Freeman co-wrote the 1999 book subtitled "Travel Events You Just Can't Miss" with Neil Teplica based on the website whatsgoingon.com, which the pair ran together from 1996 to 2001.

"This life is a short journey," the book says. "How can you make sure you fill it with the most fun and that you visit all the coolest places on earth before you pack those bags for the very last time?"

The success of "100 Things" inspired dozens of other books, with titles such as "100 Things Project Managers Should Do Before They Die" and "100 Things Cowboys Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die."