NO. 13: John Paul Miller - False Riches

Episode No. 13 of the Art Throb Podcast features John Paul Miller who after 50 years in the car dealership business and concurrently running a commercial real estate business has just published his first novel that has been five years in the making.As a young boy JP Miller always wanted to be a cowboy but the closest he ever came was watching horses and movies on television.  Then, 40 years ago he met his wife Judy who had been in the thoroughbred horse racing world her whole life and so it was through her that John Paul first got his experience and exposure to the world of horses.  Since then he has spent countless hours making up for lost time in riding lessons, in the saddle, on trails, at the barn, horse shows, rodeos and at thoroughbred race tracks.  He has listened to the life stories of trainers, veterinarians, jockeys, exercise riders and thoroughbred owners.​His own life experiences and the tales he’s heard others tell, along with his love of horses and interest in writing stories have come together in an abundance of riches so to speak except in this case it turns out to be FALSE RICHES which is the title of his book published on 5th September.It’s a story about people who have a tremendous amount of compassion for riders, jockeys and horses, and advocate for the protection and safety. John Paul Miller’s debut novel False Riches takes the reader on a captivating journey into the heart of a Texas racetrack.  This thrilling story delves into the compelling tension between the love for animals and the allure of money that lies at the heart of the horse racing industry.  It is a novel that exposes the often-hidden truths of the racing world while exploring profound themes of loyalty, determination, and the quest for justice.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html