Stay Home and Read a Book Ball

Wesley Bennett / Honorary Book Ball Chair

“Think of the effort that goes into writing a single book.

One of the most talented, creative people on Earth, has taken their best idea, and painstakingly hammered it, word by word, into the most entertaining story possible.

This work of art must then beat out hundreds of other rivals, to emerge victorious, and find its way to publication.

Now think of everything that goes into creating a library.

Our cities set aside land, pay for the construction of buildings, and then purchase thousands of books to fill them.

Not only do libraries welcome everyone to come read their books, they allow us to take dozens of them back to our homes, to enjoy for weeks at a time.

With all of the time, money and effort put forth by authors, and our local government, it’s hard to believe that checking out a book is free.

As a reader, it makes me feel very lucky.”

Wesley Bennett is a native Knoxvillian, husband, and father, with a passion for travel, and live music. He lives downtown with his wife, daughter and two cats.

Writing The Kitty of Knoxville has been a labor of love, honoring a unique city, where they continue to discover new and exciting experiences every day.