* Jim in Roanoke about my presentation to his Rotary Club

Your presentation at the Rotary Club of Roanoke was, in my opinion, the best program we have had in several years. Your presentation style was both informative and entertaining. You are a master storyteller, a trait which few people have. No visual aids were needed as each person could easily form vivid mental images of the story as you so skillfully relayed it. You used humor quite effectively and wove history and personal experiences in to make the presentation come alive. It “popped”!

I think the fact that many people bought books after your talk is an indication of its effectiveness. I bought three books and have finished Union WV, which I recommend highly. I started Harmonic Highways several nights ago and you bring the story to life, so much so that I plan to go to Floyd this weekend to enjoy the music offered in the restaurants, in the streets, and on the back of parked pick-up trucks. Thank you for making my life better through story and book.