Praise for I Am Potential

“Patrick’s story is extraordinary.”
—Marching.com

“[A] deeply moving story…A source of inspiration for anyone battling against the odds…I Am Potential emerges as more than an incredible triumph-over-adversity tale or a beautiful father/son relationship saga. It also evolves into the story of how helping one boy fight to achieve his dreams gave so many others the opportunity to expand their own abilities and capacities—to become their best selves.”
—BookPage

“A great book on life lessons that apply to all of us.”
—“Today Show” co-host Meredith Vieria on iVillage.com

“I Am Potential is a lesson in love …It serves up a large dose of humility and perspective.”
—Deseret News

“I could not put it down. It will capture your emotions from the opening page. This is a book of inspiration that should be bought and given as gifts to other young people who might need a shot in the arm, or to young adults who need an inspirational lift. And YOU will enjoy the book from start to finish…Outstanding…Get the book—today!”
—Monday Morning Email

“A very inspiring book…about a remarkable family’s faith in God, courage and perseverance…This book will remind us that challenges can be overcome. Attitude is everything!”
—Barbara Day, Publisher of Kentuckiana HealthFitness Magazine

 

“The kid’s a killer pianist and a monster trumpet player. Even though people have tried to stop him…he has done nothing but succeed.”
—Rick Reilly, Sports Illustrated

 

“That’s the power of Patrick Henry Hughes. He quietly makes you listen.”
—ABC News

 

“Once immersed in the story, I had trouble putting the book down as Patrick tells us of his accomplishments and struggles in a life filled with determination and appreciation for what he was given and not a focus on what he did not receive...”
—Christian Teens Activities

 

“Hughes's knowing but uplifting tone balances out the tragedies, making this an inspiring addition to the growing self-help-memoir shelf.”
—PublishersWeekly.com

 

“An insightful, inspirational look at Louisville’s favorite son and his family…On each of the 229 pages of this book, the Hughes family’s love and determination shine through. Their day-to-day struggles, laced with humor, are candidly presented.”
—Louisville Voice-Tribune

 

“[Shows] the resiliency of the human spirit…One of those sure-fire tearjerkers about someone with extremely severe handicaps who not only overcomes them but also finds a way to thrive and to get great enjoyment out of life…Clearly, Patrick Henry Hughes is a remarkable individual, his story serving as proof that being disabled in some ways does not mean being disabled in all ways…It is impossible not to be moved by who this young man is and what he has overcome to accomplish so much.”
—InfoDad.com

 

“Might give you the inspiration you’ve been needing all along.”
—Today’s Woman

 

“Everyone should read this…This book gives a new definition to the term ‘able-bodied.’”
—Southern Living

 

“Engaging…the father-son portrait is unforgettable.”
—Library Journal

 

“A powerful, inspiring story.”
— Catholic Digest