Books-A-Million to Host Book Signing for Legends & Lore of East Tennessee

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Sept. 15, 2016 - PRLog -- Books-A-Million to Host Book Signing for Legends & Lore of East Tennessee

Local author, Shane S. Simmons, will be available to sign copies of book

The mountains of East Tennessee are chock full of unique folklore passed down through generations. Locals spin age-old yarns of legends like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone and Dragging Canoe. Stories of snake-handling churches and the myths behind the death crown superstitions dot the landscape. The mysteries surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel still haunt residents. Author Shane Simmons explores tales of bravery, lore and bizarre customs within the East Tennessee region.

About the Author:

Shane Simmons is a lifelong resident of the Appalachian Mountains. He is a founder of the Appalachian Project (TAP), a multimedia group created to preserve the heritage of the central and southern Appalachians. In addition to East Tennessee folklore, his areas of interest include the history of the coal mining industry in central Appalachia, the Civil War in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia and Appalachian cultural history.

Join the author for a signing:

Where:  Books-A-Million

2626 East Stone Drive

Kingsport, TN 37660

When:  Saturday, September 24th, 2016; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or online.

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