Literary Series Event -Author & Songwriter Layng Martine, Jr. presents “Permission To Fly”
Friday, March 10, 2023Time 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Johann Fust Library Foundation is honored to present author and songwriter Layng Martine, Jr. in the library courtyard and loggia on Friday, March 10 at 4 p.m.
Layng’s story is inspiring. His book, Permission to Fly, is a captivating blend of humor, love, and humanity. In 2007, he wrote an essay for the New York Times’ “Modern Love” column titled “In a Charmed Life, a Road Less Traveled.” It was the most shared piece in the column’s history. Layng wrote about his and his wife Linda’s life since she was paralyzed in a car accident. The enormous response to that essay inspired his memoir.
The long list of singers who have recorded Layng’s songs reads like a who’s who of R&B, country, and popular music. Layng holds a deep admiration for Elvis Presley. His song “Way Down” was the last new song Elvis recorded, and it was number one on the charts the day Elvis died.
Layng was nominated for a Grammy in 1993 for the song “The Greatest Man I Ever Knew,” which was recorded by Reba McEntire. He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013.
Permission To Fly is available for purchase at the Johann Fust Library Foundation’s office, upstairs at the library. The Foundation’s office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come ride the new elevator! The books will also be sold before and after Layng’s presentation in the library loggia.
A book signing will follow.
This program is offered at no charge, but registration is required.
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