Local author uses writing to deal with emotions of a challenging time Clark Palmer October 25, 2019 1 minute read A Roanoke author says working on his first novel helped him cope with his mother’s cancer diagnosis. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Wildlife Warriors raising money and awareness for beleaguered SW VA Wildlife CenterNext: Dawgs open home season; Nats up 2-0 in World Series Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is seeking more Local Heroes Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0 RVARC giving rural residents a chance to shape the region’s transportation future Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0 Chaos Corner bus is an art on wheels “splatter studio” Gene Marrano March 31, 2026 0
A Roanoke author says working on his first novel helped him cope with his mother’s cancer diagnosis. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story.
