Hall of Fame Speaker Kelly Swanson Launches New Book and Brings Comedy Show to Louisburg, NC

HIGH POINT, N.C. - EntSun -- Hall of Fame motivational speaker, comedian, and storyteller Kelly Swanson is celebrating the release of her new book, Chub Rub Girl: Southern Stories of Standing Back Up, with a live performance of her comedy show, Southern Fried Gossip, on November 13, 2026, at the Jones Performing Arts Center at Louisburg College in Louisburg, North Carolina.

Known for combining laugh-out-loud Southern humor with heartfelt inspiration, Swanson has spent more than 20 years entertaining audiences across the country. Now she's bringing that same humor to readers in a collection of personal stories about embarrassing moments, unexpected disasters, and finding the courage to stand back up.

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From childhood insecurities to hilarious mishaps on stage, Chub Rub Girl celebrates the beautifully imperfect moments that make us human.

"I've spent my career telling people they have the power to change their stories," says Swanson. "But sometimes changing your story starts with being able to laugh at the chapter you never wanted anybody to read."

Audiences can experience Swanson's storytelling live in Southern Fried Gossip, a comedy show featuring colorful characters, outrageous Southern observations, and stories that connect with the themes of her new book.

EVENT INFORMATION

Southern Fried Gossip
Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Jones Performing Arts Center, Louisburg College
Louisburg, North Carolina

Tickets: https://jpacarts.com/artist-info/2026-2027/kellyswanson_2026.php

BOOK INFORMATION

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Chub Rub Girl: Southern Stories of Standing Back Up is available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook editions. Personally signed copies are also available, making the book a fun and meaningful Christmas gift.

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HNT5JBKR

Signed copies: https://square.link/u/cYRivfit

ABOUT KELLY SWANSON

Kelly Swanson is a Hall of Fame motivational speaker, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), comedian, award-winning storyteller, and author based in High Point, North Carolina. Through her signature message, Flip Your Script, she helps audiences find the humor, courage, and connection in their own stories.

Website: https://KellySwanson.net

Swanson is available for television, radio, podcast, and print interviews about her new book, live comedy show, and the power of storytelling.