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Country superstar Kenny Chesney embodies the joy of living—and gratitude for his too-good-to-be-true life. With his book coming this week, coauthor Holly Gleason explains how an East Tennessee dreamer built a nation of fans who feel right at home.

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Kenny Chesney’s new book lands this week—exclusive excerpt and essay from coauthor Holly Gleason. Essayist Patty Ireland leans on everlasting arms. Poet Kevin Nance visits Aunt Lila's pear tree.

Laura Gunnells Miller, Paul Jones, Kae Chatman, JS Alexander and Will Maguire

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