Staying Alive in Bear Country is a novel based on original Old Joe Grady tales told over the years by Professor Emeritus of English Pete Crow. The book will be published July 30, one year after Dr. Crow’s death. He wrote the novel and Dr. Lana Whited helped finish it in preparation for publication, along with his family and publisher. His wife Beth Crow ’79 designed the book cover.
Published by Black Rose Writing.
A discount is available from the publisher for preorders of this book.
All are invited to a book launch at Phoebe Needles Center in Callaway.
August 8, 2026, 4-6 p.m.
Please bring an appetizer to share.
Another book launch will be held on August 9, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Church of the Nativity
8849 Ray Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27613
Website on Author Peter Crow and this book.
Note that these events are hosted by the Crow family and, in Callaway, the Phoebe Needles Center. Ferrum College is helping to publicize the book launch for a beloved professor emeritus who began telling these stories during his many years in Ferrum.
“Staying Alive in Bear Country is the magnum opus of Pete Crow’s heart, his lifelong project, and a synthesis of many of his life’s passions and experiences.”
Dr. Lana Whited
Click here for more on Pete Crow’s career.
Ferrum College news release on this book.
