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Reviews for Ken Tingley Books

Ken Tingley’s stories of life in a small upstate community are inspirational one moment and heartbreaking the next.

The Last American Editor, Vol. 2

“Ken Tingley doesn’t just tell stories of small-town America, but stories that are the heart-and-soul, the backbone, of all America: the joyous, the heartfelt, the redemptive and the soul-searching.”

— John Valenti, Newsday reporter and author

“Ken Tingley’s columns – about life and death, success and failure, problems and solutions in the North Country and beyond – stand the test of time”

-Bill Sternberg, USA Today

"Ken Tingley's powerful writing crackles with the type of confidence that grows from a deep immersion in his own community. The unspoken truth in his work is that his style of local writing is a dying art; read him to understand its power."

-Tim Layden, NBC Sports and Sports Illustrated

"As editor of The Post-Star in Glens Falls, N.Y., Ken opened his heart to his community and welcomed the community into the heart of his newsroom, sharing the pain of loss and the joy of celebration.”

- Diane Kennedy,  N.Y. News Publishers Association

“There are two things that strike me whenever I read any of Ken Tingley's columns. The first is how I always seem to get lost in the story. The second is how much people are now being forever deprived of these stories, these memories, these experiences, these life moments.” 

- Mark Mahoney, Pulitzer Prize editorial writer

“The columns compiled here reveal a committed journalist serving his community - by exulting in its triumphs, taking note of its shortcomings and always advocating for its hopes. Ken's sensitive and insightful probing of the daily lives of people in the southern Adirondacks turns into heartfelt storytelling of the sort that is too often missing from contemporary American journalism.”

- Rex Smith, “The Upstate American”

“The Last American Editor, Vol. 2 allows the reader to gain a perspective on life in rural and small town America.”

- Eric Mondschein, author

“Ken does what all the best columnists do: He makes his readers think. That he writes in such a clear and entertaining way is an added bonus.”

- Chris Churchill, Albany (N.Y.) Times Union. 

“For decades Ken had his finger on the pulse of small-town America, and his writing conveys depth, warmth and common sense that many columnists fake but don’t truly possess.”

- Michael Lewis, former Post-Star sportswriter.

“As a deeply respected editor, writer and columnist, Ken Tingley championed storytelling that illuminated slices of life, exceptional experiences and the triumphs and opportunities of folks navigating a complex world. In these pages, we see others, but we also see ourselves.”

-Stu Shinske, former Poughkeepsie Journal editor

The Last American Newspaper

  “In his thoughtful reporting — and now in his fantastic new book — Ken Tingley has searched out the stories that so often go unheard and brought them to light. Local papers and reporters play such a vital and trusted role in our society and our democracy and — like many New Yorkers — I rely on them to stay connected and informed about what our communities need. “The Last American Newspaper” is a celebration of Hometown U.S.A., of the importance of America’s journalists and of the work of a great American editor.” 

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand

“The Last American Newspaper,” is a clarion call for citizens who are rightly concerned about who is going to do the kind of journalism needed in a democracy. Tingley’s account is a microcosm of the triumphs and challenges experienced by community newspapers in hometowns across the U.S.A. Tingley’s writing is as clear as his message.”

 David Stoeffler, former Post-Star publisher

  Chief Executive Officer, Springfield (MO) Daily Citizen

“Ken Tingley has written a love letter to every newspaper journalist at every newspaper in America.”

Diane Kennedy

President, New York News Publishers Association

"The Last American Newspaper" captures all that is at stake when local

newspapers decline.  Part memoir, part essay, Ken Tingley's writing entertains and informs, and hopefully sends each of us off to subscribe to our local newspaper. It certainly did for me." Carrie Woerner

Assemblywoman for New York’s 113th Assembly district

“The Last American Newspaper is a compelling exploration of the meaning, value, and import of this country’s local community newspapers. Tingley is a gifted writer and master storyteller. He has written a timely and important book at a critical time for local newspapers.”  

Eric S. Mondschein, Author, “Life at 12 College Road” 

“Ken Tingley has written a spirited celebration of local newspapers. A must read for anyone who loves a good story, values local news and fears its demise.” Charlotte Hall,

Retired editor and senior vice president, Orlando Sentinel.

“This book completely fell into the I-could-not-put-it-down realm. It will provide amazing insight into how a newsroom - much like a family - is filled with love, trust, dysfunction, arguments and a common goal.”

        Tim Reynolds, National NBA Writer, The Associated Press

“The Last American Newspaper’ arrived this afternoon. Just finished the 9/11 chapter. Had to put the book down to cook dinner. It is total newspaper crack. I can’t wait to start reading it again. If you love newspapers and want to know the story behind the stories, this is the book for you.”

Julie Hutchinson Journalist

“This is an incredibly thought-provoking book. I am just over halfway through. It has been very moving to me. I’ve worked with a good chunk of the reporters, editors, and photographers in the book. All I can say is you must buy this book. Bravo, Ken.”

Bill Owens

“The Last American Newspaper is about the tremendous importance of newspapers to communities. The author, Kenneth Tingley, interviewed me years later, and I told him what I continue to believe, that it is important to be bold, take on a challenge and have difficult conversations to advance the public discourse. Ken's memoir is a riveting read. Each chapter has the excitement of a newsroom on deadline.        Matt Sturdevant Former reporter for The Post-Star

This is a must read for anyone who either grew up in Warren County NY or who lives there now. A wonderful history of our area through the lens of the Glens Falls Post Star. Ken gives us his editor's view behind the scenes of many of our local issues. They're not only a great historical take, but fun at the same time. It will bring back memories like they happened yesterday. Ken is missed as our local editor, and it's a gift that we get to read him again in his two books.

  Connie Bosse

    Former citizen representative on Post-Star editorial board

“Why was the newspaper in little Glens Falls, N.Y, the best community daily in the state for so many years? Maybe it was because of this guy, who was the paper's sensible and big-hearted editor.”

  Rex Smith

Retired executive editor of Albany Times Union

“Your book is an excellent example of what we are missing when local newspapers are gutted, or closed. It’s sad and frightening. Thanks for your hard work.”

Gary Sawyer, Former newspaper editor.

“Ken Tingley’s book shows clearly what America is missing because of the demise of local newspapers. He chronicles how his newspaper, like many other across the country, helped their communities recognize and address problems. There is clear evidence that communities are weaker without good journalists chronicling the successes and failures. Ken makes the case that democracy requires good journalism. Anyone interested in making sure small and mid-sized communities thrive should read this book.”

Gary Sawyer, former editor Decatur Herald & Review

“I liked the book.. but for me, it wasn’t great. For one -- there was a lot of sadness. Many times I felt myself tearing up, if not crying. I should appreciate it was able to touch me....but the sadness was not comfortable.:

Edward Low

“So, I couldn't wait to read this for myself to see what the buzz was all about.  I am, to put it plainly,  blown away by Ken Tingley's book about our own Post Star. The revelations and reflections herein of the hometown reporters and editors -- men and women of intellect, grit, and tenacity -- who regularly took the fiercest punches in order to bring news, facts, and perspective to our community --  are powerful. I loved reading each and every chapter -- filled with beautifully written accounts of the "behind the scenes" world of the newspaper upon which I have spent my lifetime relying--only to finish this book and want our Post Star and its outstanding staff --more than ever -- to keep going -- and to keep fighting for the bonds of connection that make our community so very special.  Thank you, Ken, for perfectly making the case for small-town newspapers and their vital place in our society.”

- Teri Podnorszki Rogers


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