The collection features a diverse array of stories set in locations such as Deep East Texas, Memphis, and Washington, DC. Blending humor with profound themes, it spans from the late 19th century to contemporary times, offering readers a rich exploration of various locales and the human experience within them.
"In the midst of the Great Depression, minor league baseball thrives in small-town South Louisiana, where the Evangeline League, named in honor of Longfellow?s heroine, draws hundreds to dirt fields and grandstands in places like Jeanerette, Abbeville, and Opelousas. In 1935 Gemar Batiste, a talented young pitcher from Texas, is recruited to try out for the Rayne Rice Birds, makes the roster, and immediately begins garnering fame for himself, his team, and the league"--Page 4 of cover
A literary mystery set on the Alabama-Coushatta Reservation in the Big Thicket of East Texas.
Exploring the intriguing premise of Elvis's twin brother, Jesse Garon Presley, Lance Lee delves into a satirical examination of fame and the music industry. Through dark humor, the narrative questions the accepted story of Jesse's death at birth, weaving a tale that challenges perceptions of celebrity and the lengths to which people go to grasp at legacy and notoriety. The book offers a unique blend of comedy and critique, highlighting the absurdities surrounding rock 'n' roll culture.
A novel set in three Aprils, those of 1967, '68, and'69, in Music City. Nashville Burning presents characters caught up in the events and the time - events ranging from the thoughtful and sincerely well-meaning to the truly felonious and certifiably insane. The novel is humorous, yet serious. Its fire is literal and emotional, and it is not to be stoked.