Paper Orphans focuses on James’ development and validation as a writer. He has a keen knack for observation and his down-home commentary on everyday life is cleverly rooted in experience and wisdom. This collection showcases his skill at writing poetry, essays, and short stories that focus on the resiliency of the human spirit. James has a “can do” attitude that shows, and he tells stories that make us think, smile and wonder. James shows great promise as a writer and he is now working on volume two of another Paper Orphans edition.