Three Americans' lives become intertwined as they work to shape a livable future confronting coal's death rattle. Ted, JC, and Julia see their beloved wild places being existentially threatened by coal mining. Their individual struggles to create a future for future generations and animals find them connected in ways they could have never imagined. Bound together by their love for our planet, they must make choices that will change their lives forever. THANK YOU FOR BURNING is an American tale of dispossession, deceit, desire... and a dog!

Judd Williams' scorching satirical novel follows three Americans finding their future. JC's story is rooted in the death rattle of coal mining culture. He hops a train out West to find a better life. Julia leaves her idyllic NW Mt Baker cabin and rises to unexpected intensity of political activism. Ted's Blackfoot heritage takes him away from his beloved mountains of Glacier National Park and sets him on an explosive spirit quest. They connect in unexpected ways, each working against the failing grip of coal interests.

THANK YOU FOR BURNING pulls back the curtain on the men who protect the dirty power from burning coal and its ongoing damage to our children's future.

“Riveting story and powerful message to take action to protect glaciers and nature!” - Lucy W.

“I loved Thank You for Burning because it portrays the power of the individual to make positive change and reminded me that good can prevail over greed. I appreciated the vivid descriptions of nature and met characters I will always remember for their humanity and humor. Williams' book looks at where we find our home, our tribe and our livelihood and highlights the search for justice, love and autonomy.” - Renee E.

“Not only did we enjoy meeting the characters in this novel, we feel like we know so much more about the forces behind the companies that keep us barging into this crisis, and the organizations trying to change our course! The author knows that of which he speaks.” - Cynthia K.