President George W. Bush
George W. Bush served as the forty-third President of the United States from 2001 to 2009. He previously served as Governor of Texas. He and his wife, Laura, live in Dallas, where they founded the George W. Bush Presidential Center at Southern Methodist University. President Bush is the author of four #1 bestsellers: Decision Points, his presidential memoir; 41, a biography of his father, President George H. W. Bush; and two books featuring a collection of his oil paintings and stories, Portraits of Courage and Out of Many, One: Portraits of America's Immigrants.
His forthcoming book, The Call of Freedom: Portraits of Political Prisoners and Dissidents, will be released on March 9, 2027. His third collection of original oil paintings and accompanying stories, the book features 44 portraits of courageous men and women from around the world who have faced persecution for their beliefs, identities, and pursuit of freedom. Through their powerful stories of resilience, sacrifice, and determination, President Bush celebrates the universal desire for freedom and the extraordinary courage of those who fight to preserve it.
Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise is an Academy Award-nominated actor, director, musician, humanitarian, and New York Times bestselling author. His distinguished career spans more than four decades, with memorable performances in Forrest Gump and the acclaimed television series CSI: NY. His many honors include an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and the Presidential Citizens Medal.
Beyond his celebrated acting career, Sinise is widely admired for his unwavering commitment to America's military service members, veterans, first responders, and their families through the Gary Sinise Foundation, which he established in 2011. His bestselling memoir, Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service, chronicles his remarkable journey from Hollywood to humanitarian service.
His highly anticipated new book, Graceful Warrior: The True Story of a Son, a Father, and a Family Who Carried Each Other Through, was released on November 10, 2026. In this deeply personal and moving tribute to his beloved son, Mac, a gifted musician who passed away in 2024 following a courageous battle with a rare cancer, Sinise shares his family's extraordinary journey of love, loss, faith, and resilience. Through their story, he offers an inspiring testament to the enduring power of family, the strength of the human spirit, and the hope that can be found even in life's darkest moments.
Dusty Slay
Dusty Slay is a nationally acclaimed stand-up comedian, storyteller, and author known for his signature Southern charm, laid-back delivery, and hilarious observations about everyday life. A native of Opelika, Alabama, Slay has become one of comedy's most beloved personalities, entertaining audiences across the country with his relatable humor and trademark catchphrase, "We're having a good time!"
Slay has appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Comedy Central, and Netflix's The Standups. He released his first Netflix comedy special, Workin' Man, in 2024, followed by Wet Heat in 2025. A frequent performer at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, he also hosts the popular podcasts We're Having a Good Time and Public Figures.
His highly anticipated debut book, We're Having a Good Time (And Other Stories...), will was released on November 10, 2026. In this entertaining and heartfelt collection of personal essays, Slay shares his unlikely journey from growing up in an Alabama trailer park to working as a waiter and pesticide salesman before finding success on the comedy stage. With his signature wit and refreshing authenticity, he reflects on life's unexpected twists, personal struggles, and hard-earned lessons, reminding readers that even through life's challenges, there is always room for laughter, gratitude, and a good time.