Everyone loves a good story.

However, storytelling, whether written or spoken, is a talent not everyone possesses. In Appalachian Life, Catherine Yael Serota shares her gift through stories about her mountain life and tales from history and her imagination.

From the awfulest Christmas tree and Peking duck to stories of an unsung war hero and a couple of mischievous boys named Bobby and Jack, Catherine’s tales are humorous and heartwarming.

Whether you grew up in the mountains or have never even seen one, you will love reading these short stories—some fact, some fiction—about life in Appalachia.

Praise for An Appalachian Life

“I could not stop reading these stories and when I had finished, I wanted more. This a thoroughly moving and satisfying book. I’m hoping there will be a sequel”
_{Geraldine Buckley Elrod-Nationally Recognized Teller}

“Many artists endeavor to capture scenes of Appalachia on canvas, but Catherine paints landscapes with descriptive prose.”
_{Tim Lowry Nationally-Recognized Teller-Oracle}

“I could hear the chuckles grow behind me as people realized what was going to happen. Little Bobby would be proud and so was I.”
_{Gwenda Ledbetter – WLOS Story Lady – Oracle Lifetime}

“I’ll go anywhere to hear Catherine tell! She paints such vivid pictures. I can see them in my mind.”
_{Joy Bolt – Featured Listener – Jonesborough Storytellers Guild}