Blog Posts

The Family Connection to “Pretty Boy” Floyd

I was in East Liverpool, Ohio, recently for the launch of the inaugural “On the Same Page” community read. The Last Hitman was selected as this year’s book. It was quite an honor. While there, I stayed in the beautiful Sturgis House Bed & Breakfast on W. Fifth Street. It’s a three-story, converted funeral home. It has great amenities and a…

Remembering Bill Mazeroski

I’m not sure I can say anything about Bill Mazeroski that hasn’t been seen in print since his death at age 89 on Feb. 20. His humility and dignity were traits we’d like to see more of in today’s athletes. When I was growing up in the Ohio River village of Brilliant, my father would point to our…

Favorite Books

When I’m out speaking about my books, I’m frequently asked what I like to read. Here’s a list of 10 of my favorite books. I’ll no doubt add to this as I recall others that resonated with me. I’ll also include a few novels that other people rave about, but which didn’t do anything for me. I’m always hesitant…