Local News Reporter Highlights Positive Stories In New Book

CLEARWATER, FL -- Local Emmy Award-winning news reporter and first-time author, Bobby Lewis, is dedicated full time to finding the good stories in the world. His new book, "Finding Joy Beyond the Headlines," does just that.

Lewis was inspired to write the book after becoming tired of seeing so many negative headlines. He felt strongly that it was important to highlight positive stories focusing on topics like ambition, joy and thankfulness. He has captured and profiled these stories from individuals and organizations within his book.

When asked why it was important for him to write the book, Lewis said, “I think the good news ought to be in the news.”

Adding to the feel-good stories, Lewis has chosen to celebrate the release of his book with a an event that includes community members with special needs. Every guest with a disability will receive a free, signed copy of the book as well as a celebrity photo with the author. Guests without special needs are invited to purchase copies.

To host this event, Lewis has partnered with local nonprofit organization Help Us Gather (HUG) and St. Paul Handicapable Ministry. The mission of HUG is to advocate for inclusion and connect individuals with disabilities to social events and activities in the community.

The book party will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 6:15 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1199 Highland Ave., Largo. The event is open to all, but a RSVP is requested. Contact HUG at (727) 489-5885 to RSVP.

"Finding Joy Beyond the Headlines" is available for purchase by clicking here.

For more information on the event or the organizers, visit the HUG website, Instagram and Facebook.

About HUG

Help Us Gather is part of The Helping Project, a public charity with 501c3 status. Robin Lally founded Help Us Gather (HUG) in 2017. Help Us Gather is an easy, no-cost way to find or share events for people of all abilities in Tampa Bay.