William Poehler

Reporter for the Statesman Journal. Part-time destroyer of clutches. Writer of books about race car drivers you will want to read about.

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

I am proud to announce that my next book, a biography of the mysterious race car driver Danny Ongais, “The Flyin’ Hawaiian,” will be published by David Bull Publishing. Stay tuned for updates on pre-order and release dates.

[OWENTweets @OWENTweets3]

Cheryl Glass trailer https://t.co/M6j7lqzeRm via @YouTube

[Rowman & Littlefield @RLPublisher]

Cheryl Glass was a racing pioneer with big ambitions and even greater achievements. 🏁🏎️

Read her story and browse more portraits of exceptional people: https://t.co/S8ZOrGUsZl

[KNIA / KRLS Radio @kniakrls]

Bill Poehler’s New Book Tells the Tragic Story of the First Woman to Race at the Knoxville Nationals, Cheryl Glass https://t.co/2stB6MAixK

[Deadly Passions Terrible Joys @terriblejoy_pod]

The motorsport world should know Cheryl Glass' name. This week, we're talking about her stunning rise and rapid fall as the first Black woman to race professionally in America.

Stay tuned. This episode drops Tuesday, April 16 at 8am ET.

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

As a child, I spent a lot of Saturdays at the Salem Public Library as my mother was a librarian there. I’ve been asked to give a book talk there at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. It feels like a full-circle moment. @RLPGBooks

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

And the award for ugliest tie goes to the one worn by West Salem boys basketball coach Travis Myers.

[Robin B @robinsbooks]

@VNesting @LibraryReads99 Be sure to note FIRST LADY OF DIRT on the list.

[Matt Archuleta @indy44]

The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass Hardcover – February 6, 2024 https://t.co/w4NpKFGapJ

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

I’ll be doing my first ever book signing, this for The First Lady of Dirt, at 6 p.m. on February 27 at @bookbroads at 1714 NE Broadway in Portland. It will be a fun evening. #booksigning #pdx #authorcommunity

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

I knew parts of the story of Cheryl Glass, the first Black female professional race car driver, for years. But there was so much more. The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass, is out today on @rowmanandlittlefield

https://t.co/PNV4A7mB6f

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

In 1980, Cheryl Glass was the hottest sprint car driver on the planet. But she suffered a violent crash at the Western World Championships. Read about it Feb. 6 in The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass. https://t.co/oT8kVDgbnM

[Rowman & Littlefield @RLPublisher]

Uncover the incredible, little-known story of the first successful Black woman in the sport of U.S. auto racing in @bpoehler's "The First Lady of the Dirt."
🚗 https://t.co/oW7zVqNowt

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

Cheryl Glass was an early Christmas present when she was born 62 years ago. Little could anyone predict then how much she would accomplish in auto racing. Pre order the The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass. https://t.co/55bVAIHjjA

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

Some basketball coaches are good at coaching. Other basketball coaches are snappy dressers. Clearly West Salem boys basketball coach Travis Myers is good at coaching.

[RBmediaTopAuthors @RBmediaAuthors]

For a limited time, save 75% on the "Brown Bullet: Rajo Jack's Drive to Integrate Auto Racing" audiobook by @Bpoehler. Offer ends 09/30. https://t.co/A0pcZdP9dl

[Michael Wilson @WorldRecordBall]

Great book. Reading everything this man went to try to overcome the systemic, persistent racism working to pin him down was not surprising but still mind boggling. This bit of “past”isn’t too far from the present. Found it at @chbooksdc. Thanks @BPoehler for telling his story.

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

In a couple hours, I’ll be discussing my book with the ACM book club.

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

So I’m doing this November 16.

[William Poehler @BPoehler]

Final: West Salem 68, Central 63.