Anyone familiar with Tom Durkin knows that his is a unique world packed with excitement, humor, and epic race calls. But I assure you, A Life's Calling will far surpass your expectations. Each page harbors rollicking adventures and revelations. This is storytelling at its very best.

Steve Haskin, author and Hall of Fame turf writer

Tom Durkin delivers in this riveting ride through his life as one of America's most iconic race callers. From the how-he-did-it prep work to people who influenced his calling style-everyone from Talking Heads' David Byrne to composer Maurice Ravel-the magic of Durkin is all here, amped up Durkin-style in the memorable storytelling that defined his calls. A terrific read that embraces the moments in history that Durkin helped define.

Kim Wickens, author of Lexington: The Extraordinary Life and Turbulent Times of America's Legendary Racehorse

Tom Durkin elevated the craft of racetrack announcing, and in A Life's Calling, you're brought behind the scenes and on every step of his life's journey. As Durkin tells you about his favorite race calls, you can almost hear them echo off the pages while remembering where you were when you first heard them.

Dave Grening, Daily Racing Form correspondent

Tom Durkin made every race interesting and many unforgettable. He was a master of the craft-a virtuoso of words, language, and drama. This book is as eclectic and entertaining and exciting as the races he called. He changed my life and reading this could change yours too.

Travis Stone, Churchill Downs track announcer

'Energy, energy, energy!' is the mantra Tom Durkin lives by, and he brings just that to this delightful memoir. Learn the stories behind the unrivaled race calls and get to know the man behind the most iconic voice in horse racing.

Maggie Wolfendale, racing commentator