One Hug at a Time: 99 Stories From the Man Who Embraced the World

Hugs are more than a momentary clasp of bodies.

With their ability to communicate, connect, soothe and shield, Hugs may be the most expressive nonverbal act humans can display.

David Hale Sylvester believes that Hugs are the best of who we can be.

And he should know because he's traveled through 50 states and 42 countries since the World Trade Centers attacks of September 11, 2001, to exchange Hugs, High5s, and moments of happiness with well over half a million people of all ages and races.


After reading a few of the 99 picture punctuated short stories in "One Hug at a Time," Dave is willing to bet that you'll think more about a simple hug too!

Hugs are love.

Hugs are life.

Hugs are how David Hale Sylvester loves life.

Read One Hug at a Time, 99 stories from the Man Who Embraced the World.