$24.95
J.L. Holloway’s early years were marked by hardships that shaped the remainder of his life. With few resources to lift him out of poverty, he showed — as early as age 4 — a remarkable willingness to work, an uncanny ability to find an opportunity, and a charm that moved people to take a chance on him.
Nothing to Lose tells the story of the businesses Holloway built (and sometimes lost); the cast of characters he encountered along the way (including well-known politicians, public figures, life-long friends, and eccentric acquaintances); the public highs and the embarrassing lows; and the marriage that was his saving grace.
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by J.L. Holloway
ADVANCE PRAISE FOR Nothing to Lose
“Nothing to Lose is an inspired memoir of grit, determination, and tenacity.”
Archie Manning
“. . . what makes this memoir distinctive is Holloway’s uncommon kindness, rare generosity, and unwavering faith. Our world needs more stories like these.”
Robert Khayat
Chancellor Emeritus, the University of Mississippi
“This book faithfully tells a story that could only have happened in America, and there is a moral behind it. Ain’t God great?!”
Haley Barbour
Governor of Mississippi (2004-2012)
“. . . I have yet to encounter another man who expresses such profound gratitude for both his challenges and successes.”
Blake Thompson
President, Mississippi College
“. . . a revealing, fascinating tale that shows us as much about the importance of human relationships as it does about business savvy.”
Charles Overby
Journalist and former chair of the Freedom Forum
“Holloway’s life and story is a page-turning gem.”
David Magee
Bestselling author, Dear William
J.L. Holloway’s early years were marked by hardships that shaped the remainder of his life. With few resources to lift him out of poverty, he showed — as early as age 4 — a remarkable willingness to work, an uncanny ability to find an opportunity, and a charm that moved people to take a chance on him.
Those traits would lead Holloway to extraordinary success. But the specter of poverty, the memories of his alcoholic father, and the mortification he felt about his family’s place in our culture were never far from his thoughts.
Nothing to Lose tells the story of the businesses Holloway built (and sometimes lost); the cast of characters he encountered along the way (including well-known politicians, public figures, life-long friends, and eccentric acquaintances); the public highs and the embarrassing lows; and the marriage that was his saving grace.
Holloway’s vulnerability, candor, and willingness to let the reader experience his most difficult moments adds a rare depth — and meaning — to this remarkable story.
Neil White, publisher and editor of the book, said, “Nothing to Lose is an exceptional story on so many levels. J.L. Holloway has given us a moving, entertaining memoir that also illuminates a path to follow in life and in business — with all the pains and joys that inevitably come along with it.”
ISBN: 978-1-949455-44-1 • $24.95 (paperback)
