Cal Duke

Keep On Smilin' Cal Duke

Keep On Smilin' is an inspirational memoir by Cal Duke about growing up in the South during the mid-1950's through the 1960's. Laced with humor and drama, Cal covers his spirited high school & college days, experiences as a teacher and coach, and his creation of an award-winning publishing firm at the age of 29. His thought-provoking "life lessons learned" (in spite of trials and tribulations in the 1970's through 2017), are presented at the end of each chapter.

If you enjoy reading about sports, music, entrepreneurship, travel, romance, or adventure-this book's for you, complete with 62 photographs related to travel and family. Cal and his wife Patty reside on Saint Simons Island, Georgia. Cal Duke Publishing, Inc., has produced 541 full-color publications for 68 communities over a 41-year stretch.

Diverse travel adventures and beneficial tips are an integral part of this book. The importance of love, faith, family, and persistence is demonstrated time and time again.

Paula Deen, the famous "queen of southern cuisine," TV personality, and author, is a friend of Cal who also attended Albany (Ga.) High School in the mid-1960's. She provides remarks on the back cover.