"Tap, tap, tap, tap, tap...."
That's the sound of Greg Smith, at 60 words per minute, attacking his computer keyboard toward the goal of completing his next manuscript. Greg is best known as a radio host and professional speaker, but perhaps his favorite form of communication is in writing. His first book, "On A Roll: Reflections from America's Wheelchair Dude with the Winning Attitude" was published in 2005 and has become a top selling memoir that presents a humorous, humanistic side of life with a disability.
He is currently working on two manuscripts: "The Harder the Fall, the Higher the Bounce" is a self-help book about rebounding from adversity. He is also working on a book of transcripts from the best of his "On A Roll Radio" programs.
Praise for Greg's Memoir:
“Greg Smith’s story tells the truth about a person who can look in the mirror and say he did his personal best.” -- John Wooden, Legendary UCLA Basketball Coach
“Seeing Greg rolling past goal after goal inspires us. Reading about how he's done it teaches us. Read it and reap!” -- Willie Jolley, Award Winning Speaker and Best Selling Author!
"Greg Smith spoke to our football team and we went undefeated through the rest of the regular season." In this book, he tells his story and shares his passion. In these pages, he'll give you the will to win." -- Phillip Fulmer, Head Football Coach, University of Tennessee Volunteers
“This book will help people look at disability, learn more, and feel more comfortable with it. It’s wonderful how Greg has turned his own disability into an opportunity to inspire other people.” -- Larry Thompson, Hollywood film producer, author of “SHINE: A POWERFUL 4 STEP PLAN FOR BEING A STAR IN ANYTHING YOU DO!”
On A Roll: Reflections from America's Wheelchair Dude with the Winning Attitude
Greg Smith's life is a modern day miracle. Born with muscular dystrophy, Greg has turned his physical challenges into his greatest strengths, and has given inspiration to millions through “On A Roll – Talk Radio on Life & Disability,” a nationally syndicated radio show that he created and hosts from his power wheelchair. Greg Smith's memoir is an honest and uplifting story of one African American man's quest for independence, love and success. This book provides a rare "insider's look" at the crossroads in America where family, disability, race and inspiration meet.
Press Release: About Greg Smith's memoir, "On A Roll: Reflections from America's Wheelchair Dude with the Winning Attitude"
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Book Signing Gallery:
Greg Smith's first week as a published author was a huge success. He sold and signed more than 100 books in a week’s time in Tampa.
Book Delivery Gallery:
May 10, 2005, was the exciting day two thousand copies of Greg's book were delivered! Photographer Greg Wilson, of WLOX-TV, snapped pictures of this once-in-a-lifetime event.
