Before Elvis sang it… Richard Powell wrote it.
The classic novel that inspired the Elvis Presley film Follow That Dream — now available as an audiobook.
Featured in Elvis's Movie 'Follow That Dream' — New York Times Bestseller
⭐ New York Times Bestseller
The Story Behind the King
In 1959, Richard Powell wrote a novel about a free-spirited Florida family that captured the heart of America — and caught the eye of Elvis Presley himself. Follow That Dream became one of Elvis's most beloved films, but it all started with Powell's timeless story. Now, for the first time as an audiobook, experience the original tale that inspired a legend.
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"A wonderfully written, humorous, enjoyable, and satisfying story! Richard Powell was one of the best American authors in the 20th century, and this funny and entertaining book was hard to put down."
G. M. Horning ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I have read this book many times... Oh, it was so good to read such an old friend again. The humor, sarcasm and pure joy of this book!"
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"This is an extremely funny story... I love this book. I would recommend this book to anyone."
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