God Can Use Anyone… Even Me

Staff Reports

If you were reared in Asheville or the surrounding area, you’ve no doubt heard the melodious voice of Asheville, N.C., native Charles “Fats Diamond” Pickens.

Music was always a part of the Pickens family, and Pic, like many black singers, began developing his voice in the church, singing Gospel. In high school he was an athletic standout, but his musical talents continued to be very prevalent. He experienced a large measure of success at a relatively early age. He began to write and record songs, and rose to international stardom as a rhythm-and blues singer.

With talent, success and family, what could go wrong? Everything:
when Pic saw his dream slipping away, he spiraled downward through
self-defeating patterns of behavior. Grateful Steps, Inc., an
independent publisher in Asheville has published God Can Use
Anyone…even me, The Charles Pickens Story by Charles Pickens and Pat
McAfee.

The book tells of his return from depths of despair to an
authentic and lasting success. God Can Use Anyone…even me, offers
inspiration for anyone uncertain of how to find lasting joy despite
life’s trials and injustices.

A CD by the same name is available as a companion to the book —
a story in song of this remarkable journey. Purchase your copy online
at www.gratefulsteps.com, at www.Amazon.com, or inquire at your local
bookstore.