Happy Birthday to John Carter Cash

John Carter Cash has been one of the best authors we've had the pleasure of working with. His willingness to travel to sign books and be interviewed for TV and radio has been amazing, along with his enthusiasm for sharing the story of his parents and revealing a side to the Man in Black that fans wouldn't otherwise get a chance to see.

Today, March 3rd, is John Carter Cash's birthday. He was born to Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in 1970 and spent the majority of his youth traveling with his parents as they toured the globe.

Johnny Cash and John Carter Cash
Photo from Cash Productions

In his 2011 book, "House of Cash," John Carter shares memories of his parents, a true love story as told  and recalled by their son. Along with hand-written notes and never before seen photographs and documents from the family archive, "House of Cash" is a wonderful piece of history as well as a true glimpse at the life and times of the Man in Black.


A Johnny Cash museum, to be named House of Cash, is due to open this summer in Nashville.

2012's Monumental Moments

2012 is a year of celebration and remembrance. Join us as we honor some epic moments in music, literature and world history.

70 - The age Jimi Hendrix would be this year. Born in 1942, Jimi Hendrix continues to influence musicians around the world as his name lives on through his timeless music. Named, this year, as the Best Guitarist of All Time, Jimi Hendrix helped music evolve in the late 60s until his unexpected death in 1970 at the young age of 27.

The Experience

Rock Gods

80 - Born on February 26th, 1932, Johnny Cash would have turned 80 this year. A groundbreaking ceremony is planned at his childhood home, which is being restored. A Johnny Cash museum is scheduled to open in Nashville later this summer.

House of Cash

100 - The anniversary of the Titanic's epic journey will be remembered with exhibits across the country at participating museums, such as the San Diego Natural History Museum. James Cameron will be re-releasing his award-winning film, Titanic, in 3D this April.

The Titanic Notebook

200 - Charles Dickens has been called the first pop culture icon and continues to influence writers around the world. Many events and exhibits will take place this year in honor of this literary legend.

Charles Dickens

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Top Titles from 2011

It's February already, but we're still excited about our successful titles from 2011, especially those that are still getting some major publicity. Of course, it does help that we've been lucky enough to work with some big names, like John Carter Cash, Ken Regan and Deckard Cain, the character behind one of the most anticipated games of this year, from Blizzard Entertainment.


Rave Reviews:

All Access (2nd printing)

"Magic, historic, epic moments, and all in a day’s work for Regan, judging by the jaw-dropping number of them featured in the book’s pages.

But then who else could boast a preface by Keith Richards and an introduction by Mick Jagger….?" - Driven

Diablo III: Book of Cain

"...the most badass pieces of gaming literature I've ever had the pleasure of getting my hands on." - Nerd Mentality

House of Cash (2nd printing)

"...it may be one of the best ways to get to know what he was like as a father, husband, and friend instead of as the musical icon so many are familiar with." - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

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House of Cash Special Edition

For a limited time, the Special Edition of "House of Cash" is available at Costco and Sam's Club. This edition of the book by John Carter Cash includes an exclusive CD with over a dozen songs performed by Johnny Cash, most of them unreleased and recorded in the 70's.
Here are the titles and information on the tracks included in this exclusive edition:


JOHNNY CASH: HOUSE OF CASH (BOOK CD) 


1. These Are My People 
(John R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recording date unknown 
First released on the album More Songs From Johnny’s Personal File 
(Columbia/Legacy 88697 14113 2) 2007 


2. Sixteen Tons 
(M. Travis) Merle’s Girls Music/Unichappell Music, BMI 
Recorded May 13, 1974 
Previously unreleased 


3. Billy Brown
(J.R. Cash) 
Recorded December 14, 1979 
Previously unreleased 


4. Michigan City Howdy-Do 
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded May 13, 1974 
Previously unreleased 


5. If It Wasn’t For The Wabash River 
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recording date unknown 
Previously unreleased 


6. Ridin’ On The Cottonbelt 
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded February 18, 1976 
Previously unreleased 


7. While I’ve Got It On My Mind
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded 1975 
Previously unreleased 


8. You’re Home Sweet Home To Me 
(J.R. Cash) 
Recorded December 8, 1976 
Previously unreleased 


9. Kathy 
(J.R. Cash) 
Recording date unknown 
Previously unreleased


10. House On The Hill
(J.R. Cash) 
Recorded October 1, 1973 
First released on the album More Songs From Johnny’s Personal File 
(Columbia/Legacy 88697 14113 2) 2007 


11. Sold Out Of Flagpoles
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded May 13, 1974 
Previously unreleased 


12. One Of These Days I’m Gonna Sit Down And Talk To Paul
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded February 18, 1976 
First released on the album Personal File (Columbia/Legacy 82796 94265 2) 
2006 


13. My Children Walk In Truth 
(J.R. Cash) Song of Cash Music c/o Bughouse, ASCAP 
Recorded May 13, 1974 
First released on the album Personal File (Columbia/Legacy 82796 94265 2) 
2006 


14. I’ll Go Somewhere And Sing My Songs Again 
(T.T. Hall) Sony/ATV Acuff Rose Music, BMI 
Recorded March 14, 1980 
First released on the album More Songs From Johnny’s Personal File 
(Columbia/Legacy 88697 14113 2) 2007 


Johnny Cash--vocals and guitar 
Recorded at the House of Cash, Hendersonville, Tennessee 


Compilation produced by Gregg Geller 
Mastered by Vic Anesini at Battery Studios, New York City 


PLEASE NOTE: Side break for LP occurs after track #6, “Ridin’ On The Cottonbelt.”

Glenn Beck interviews John Carter Cash

John Carter Cash's East Coast book tour

John Carter Cash will be signing his new book, "House of Cash" across the East Coast over the next few weeks. Check out his appearance at Fox & Friends earlier this week:

Be sure to stop by our Facebook page to see the full list of tour dates and venues, including a stop at RJ Julia Booksellers and Bookends in New Jersey.

The Photography of Ken Regan

Ken Regan's portfolio of images is unlike any other. With behind-the-scenes, candid photos of rock 'n roll legends like The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Janis Joplin and The Rolling Stones, his new collection of pictures from the past forty years of his career, Regan captures a worldwide audience of music lovers and those who can not look away from pop culture icons.

Photo by Ken Regan

"All Access: The Rock 'N' Roll Photography of Ken Regan" contains over 300 pages that will delight and captivate readers of all ages. With an introduction by Mick Jagger, a Preface by Keith Richards, and an Afterword by James Taylor, fans will be left with an even greater appreciation for Regan's place in history.

Four decades of private photo shoots and unforgettable moments that define popular music can be found within these pages which include images of true rock stars, such as:

• Joan Baez
• Chuck Berry
• The Doors
• Eagles
• Billy Joel
• Jerry Lee Lewis
• Madonna
• Roy Orbison
• Robert Plant
• Prince
• Carly Simon
• Sting
• James Taylor
• U2

Ken Regan is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared on more than 200 magazine covers, including Time, Rolling Stone, People, Newsweek, Life, and Entertainment Weekly. His previous photography book, "Knockout: The Art of Boxing", earned an independent Book Publishers Gold medal Award. 

An intimate look at the life of The Man in Black

John Carter Cash spent the first 27 years of his life on tour with his parents, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, taking to the stage with them during almost every show.

"House of Cash: The Legacies of My Father, Johnny Cash," provides an intimate look at the marriage of John and June, the father son relationship between John Carter and his famous father and a glimpse into the life of The Man in Black.

Preserving his family's legacy, Cash shares never before seen photographs, letters, poems, lyrics, and images from the Cash family archives. The book reads like a family scrapbook, complete with 8 removable facsimiles which include:

• A handmade Valentine's Day card from Johnny to June
• JR Cash's 1950 diploma from Dyess High School
• A letter from Johny Cash to his father-in-law, Pop Carter, expressing the strong bond he felt with the Carter family
• A collection of Cash family recipes, including John and June's Cashburgers, John's Soy Grit Bread, and the family chili recipe, Old Bon Aqua Black Bart No. 37
• A sketchbook featuring some of Johnny Cash's expressive artwork, including a self-portrait
• A New Year's Eve letter from Johnny Cash to himself, looking back at 1968 - the year he married June Cater and recorded At Folsom Prison
• A lyric sheet for the late great work "Like the 309." the last song Johnny Cash wrote
• A keepsake album of candid Johnny Cash photographs that shows a lighter side to the Man in Black

John Carter Cash will be signing copies of "House of Cash: The Legacies of My Father, Johnny Cash," throughout Nashville this fall, making a stop at the Country Music Hall of Fame before heading to New York for some guest appearances on major radio programs and TV outlets.