Pamela Lewis with Jessica Jeffers (Right), Director of Williamson County Libraries (Photo Credit Pamela Lewis)
Pamela Lewis (photo courtesy of PLA Media)
New Honor Comes Just in Time to Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month in September!
NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — PLA Media is delighted to announce that President Pam Lewis’s work “Benjamin Franklin: America’s First Rockstar” has been added to the Williamson County Library’s special collection focused on American history and Middle Tennessee. This noteworthy achievement underscores the book’s appeal and the mark it has made on the Middle Tennessee community.
“Benjamin Franklin: America’s First Rockstar” offers a creative and lighthearted examination of Founding Father Ben Franklin and his ties to Franklin, Tennessee. Lewis skillfully incorporates quotations from legendary ‘rockstar’ figures spanning the centuries, from Eleanor Roosevelt to Shakespeare.
Recently, Pamela had the chance to sit down with Jessica Jeffers, Director of Williamson County Libraries, for “Applaudable Perspectives,” PLA Media’s podcast. Click here to listen to this episode.
A highly regarded preservationist, historian, and music industry executive, Lewis donated the recently unveiled bronze statue of Benjamin Franklin (crafted by acclaimed sculptor George Lundeen) to her longtime hometown, partnering with county and city officials as well as the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Old Glory Chapter.
Historian, author, and former Tennessee State Museum Senior Curator James Hoobler writes, “Pamela Lewis’s book, ‘Benjamin Franklin America’s First Rockstar: A Commemorative Guidebook Celebrating The Birthday Of America’s Original Influencer,’ is a fun romp through the town of Franklin, Tennessee, and its namesake. She shares insights into some of the towns local landmarks and lore, and delves into some of Ben Franklin’s more memorable quotes. There are even some 18th century recipes to try. So, come on and explore Franklin and his namesake with the author, it will be a fun time.”
Since its inception in 1987, September has been designated Library Card Sign-up Month, marking the start of a new academic year. Throughout the month, the American Library Association and libraries nationwide join forces in a campaign to make certain every child obtains a library card. Pam Lewis and PLA Media fully endorse this initiative and urge everyone — including adults — to secure a library card at your local library if you have not done so already.
In addition to “Benjamin Franklin: America’s First Rockstar,” Pam Lewis has also written the children’s picture book “Ben Franklin Visits Franklin for a Day.”
Both of Pamela Lewis’s books are available from Landmark Booksellers, downtown Franklin, TN outlets including The Carter House, Carnton, Purple Butterfly, Twine Graphics, Southern Cottage, Belmont Mansion in Nashville, The Tennessee State Museum, the Visit Franklin office, Amazon.com, and other major retailers.
About Pamela Lewis
Pamela Lewis is an award-winning businesswoman, philanthropist, preservationist, public art advocate, historian, and civic leader deeply committed to history and heritage education. She is the author of Benjamin Franklin: America’s First Rockstar and Ben Franklin Visits Franklin for a Day, both published by Traitmarker Media in 2026. More at www.plamedia.com.
Matt Bjorke
PLA Media
matt.bjorke@plamedia.com
