Back to Boonetown
Memoir
Airmail and Chocolate Pie: Back to Boonetown is a heartwarming and
nostalgic journey of unexpected discovery. One moment, Bobby Evers had no
plans to write another book; the next, a phone call and an old duffle bag
changed everything. The bag, belonging to his father, contained letters from
his mother during his father’s military service. These letters rekindled
Bobby’s passion for storytelling and sparked a deeply emotional
connection with his late parents.
Through these letters, Bobby found himself transported to another time,
filling the pages with stories rooted in love, family, and history. This
compelling book is not just a collection of memories, but a testament to how
life’s surprises can lead us back to our passions. With each letter,
Bobby connects to the past, shaping a narrative that’s as personal as
it is universal.
Join Bobby on this touching adventure, where past and present intertwine,
and see how the discovery of his parents’ letters inspired him to create
something truly special. Whether you’re a fan of heartfelt stories or
historical reflections, Airmail and Chocolate Pie: Back to Boonetown will
resonate deeply with anyone who cherishes the power of family and the
written word.
EXCERPT
Introduction
Things change.
One day you think you are settled in for a while, with plans to write a new play. People occasionally asked me if a new book was in the works, and I’d say, “No, not anytime soon.” I’d written a few stories that I liked, but I just wasn’t feeling the desire to work on another book. I wanted to try something different. At least that’s what I was thinking.
Then, out of the blue, my nephew got a phone call, and picked up a bag someone found in an old shed: a seventy-year-old duffle bag of my dad’s. You wouldn’t think that would change any of my immediate plans, but it did.
Suddenly, I was reading letters. Lots of letters. Letters sent from my mom to my dad when he was in the military. And a story was forming in my head as quickly as I could digest the words on the pages.
Suddenly, I was writing stories I felt a strong emotional connection to, stories I wanted to publish.
It felt very much as if I were getting a kick in the pants from my parents, urging me to keep writing.
They both died long before I wrote anything, so I always wondered what they might think about my books. Would they be proud? Offended? Shocked?
That very unexpected discovery sent me on a writing journey, with renewed enthusiasm for the practice of storytelling. It fueled my desire to publish this book, and it re-connected me with my mom and dad in a new way.
So, yes, things do change. Sometimes in the most unexpected way. And then your mind changes, your focus changes and, suddenly, you have a new book to share.
It’s a book I am proud to share. I hope you enjoy.
About the Author
Bobby Evers is a life-long Tennessean, a theater enthusiast, and avid
traveler. Being a keen people-watcher, he has always been a storyteller, and
now he brings those stories to the page in his first book. He has worked in
the construction business, and as an interior designer and architectural
consultant for over thirty-five years.
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