It Started in Waycross is a coming-of-age story about a young boy and his close cousins growing up in the rural south. The story follows these youths from childhood to young adulthood. It's a tale that shows young kids serious about business and fun. A story that promotes mentorship. -At the ripe age of nearly 50, Michael Alan Bennett discovered his passion for storytelling. With a life that seemed lost and wasted, he found what he's sure is his purpose and legacy. With every story he crafts about mentorship, he gets closer to his potential. The focus in every story is MENTORSHIP. This is very important to the author's narrative. He's humbly grateful for the opportunity to excel in his passion.