John Hook’s career(s) include photojournalism, broadcasting, syndication, consulting, radio syndication, webcasting, coaching, writing, and publishing.

In the world of journalism he has written and/or edited three magazines, one newspaper, along with countless magazine and newspaper articles.

As a cultural historian and writer, he has three books on the market, specializing in Southeastern entertainment culture (Shaggin’ In the Carolinas, Beach Music Guide Vol 1, Beach Music Guide Vol 2), as well as his weekly Dancing On the Edge Journal, a magazine format journal presenting new research and writings on Beach and Shag history to online subscribers at his website www.beachshag.com.

As a broadcaster, he’s syndicated seven different shows on over a hundred radio stations, run his own Internet webcasting company, as well as produced a satellite program which covered 2/3 of Europe.

Whether he’s on the speaking circuit, on the radio, or in a live presentation, John delights inn satisfied audiences who take away more than they expected.