Skating on the Septic Tank: Telling Stories

The subtitle of this story collection, Telling Stories, proves this author’s craft of telling stories to you that are also telling for you. Buckle up tight as her short, smooth non-fiction explores the highs and lows of life. She will pull you in and leave you emotionally changed.

"Skating on the Septic Tank is a collection of compelling stories that will make you smile, cry, and laugh. Genie Smith Bernstein has captured the essence of family and friendship in timeless fashion." Patricia Bell-Scott, author of The Firebrand and the First Lady: Portrait of a Friendship: Pauli Murray, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the Struggle for Social Justice

"In the world of Southern storytellers, Genie is one of the best. She blankets the page with description and allows the reader to walk the journey. Everyone must experience our extraordinary South through Genie's eyes." Judith Garrison, editor and writer

"These are miniature novels superbly crafted by a writer of immense talent. Influenced by her experience with magazines, they read smoothly and quickly, yet leave a lingering of delight, or a tremor of melancholy." Terry Kay, author of To Dance with the White Dog

"Genie has a special gift of being one of Georgia's great story tellers. She evokes emotion with every story she tells. Her words make us smile, laugh, and sometimes even shed a tear. Genie's contributions to Georgia Connector magazine are invaluable and are anticipated by our readers with each issue." Kenny Smiley, publisher of Georgia Connector