Explore the traditional tales of the hills and hollers of southwestern Virginia. From the infamous Black Sisters of Christiansburg to the ghost of the famed Barter Theatre in Abingdon, the region is filled with stories that have haunted residents for decades. The Woodbooger, a local Bigfoot, is said to roam the mountainsides which are also home to many eccentric and inspiring legendary characters, including Molly Tynes, Reverend Robert Sheffey, Napoleon Hill and Cedar Creek Charlie. Authors Melody West and Shane Simmons uncover tales of unique people and places that have seldom been told.
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978-1-4396-7953-1 (9781439679531)
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Melody Blackwell-West grew up in the beautiful rolling hills of Honaker in Russell County. She is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a degree in allied health and has a passion for helping others. When not working, you can find her exploring the winding roads of Real Appalachia with Shane for their YouTube travel vlog. Shane Simmons was born and raised in Tazewell County, where he developed an appreciation for the rich history and heritage of Southwest Virginia. He graduated from historic Emory & Henry College in Emory, Virginia, with a degree in business management. His first book, Legends & Lore of East Tennessee , earned him the Award of Distinction given by the East Tennessee Historical Society in 2017.
