Heart of a Pagan is about how a self-motivated athlete helps a small town college basketball team-indeed the town-learn the attitude and skills necessary to be champions, on and off the court.

His novel makes the reader identify what makes a sports hero great, and why? Hearing today's sports headlines, many are probably asking the same question and wondering where the heroes have gone.

It seems daily that the public is exposed to yet another sport 'hero' who turns out not to be a sports hero at all. Americans are so influenced by sports and the expression of excellence which they represent, it is sad to hear the tales of this current season of athletes.

Heart of a Pagan brings the reader to a world of heroes. It demonstrates that the discipline, hard work and, even, integrity required to succeed need not-and should not-be limited to the playing field.

But it is not about the sectarian values of a particular creed, or, rather, it is simply about the universal values of the creed of excellence-it is a story of personal triumph and inspiration.

“In the face of his own physical and spiritual pain, Swoop labors with an ambitious dedication to developing his mind and body to the fullest. The motivation and elation a reader experiences while reading of Swoop's struggle is real. This is not a novel to read at bedtime. It makes you want to get out and exercise with the Swoop Troop.” 

Carrie Rickard, Licensed Physical Therapist, 
President & C.E.O. Rickard Rehabilitation Services, Inc.

This is a book you should read immediately and savor perpetually. Its combination of riveting story and positive theme makes it unique among contemporary novels.

Caroline Henderson from Newburgh, New York

“Talent such as his makes him a master in the craft of writing.” 

Suzie Housley, MyShelf.Com