Book signing draws fans of Alabama literature
By Ellen Williams SA Reporter
 | | Author Bob Whetstone (right) signs a book for Nicholas Bush, at the Washington County Public Library, Tuesday, Feb. 19. On the table to the left is a painting of the house Whetstone grew up in, painted by his daughter, Maurie Newton. (SAphoto by Ellen William) |
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As part of the lead-up to the Annual Art Auction and Dinner, the Washington County Public Library hosted a book signing for Bob Whetstone, author of "Grave Dancin" on Tuesday, Feb. 19.
Whetstone grew up in a mill town, Alexander City, Alabama, where Avondale Mills was the life's blood of the town. Avondale built the mill town homes, a swimming pool, and a school (before 1932) as they were interested in providing the children of the mill families with an education.
Whetstone's mother and her siblings worked in the Avondale Mills for 10 cents an hour. His book tells "their story," and how so much of their lives were intertwined with the fabric mills. The story is told in the language of the people of that time and place; and though it is fiction, is representative of a particular part of Alabama's culture.
 | | Author Bob Whetstone was welcomed by members of Friends of the Washington County Library. From left, Sarah Hazen, Whetstone, Penny Schell and Maud Patterson. (SA photo by Ellen Williams) |
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The Art Auction and Dinner is Feb. 29 at the Chatom Community Center with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. for the silent auction. Tickets are $30 and available at the library.
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