Sellerstown, North Carolina facts for kids
Sellerstown is a small place in Columbus County, North Carolina, United States. It is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) from Whiteville. In 2011, Sellerstown had about 50 people living there. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
The Book That Made a Difference
In 2011, many people in Sellerstown called the Bible "The Book." At the same time, they also called another book "The Book." This second book was called The Devil in Pew Number Seven. It is a memoir written by Rebecca Nichols. A memoir is a true story about a part of someone's life.
Why This Book Was Important
Many homes in Sellerstown had copies of Rebecca Nichols' book next to their Bibles. People often bought two or three copies at once. Local churches even used the book in their Sunday school classes.
The book shared information that many people in the community did not know. According to Ann White, who works at the library in Whiteville, the book caused a lot of discussion. It revealed details about a difficult time for Rebecca Nichols' family. It showed how a local leader, Horry James Watts, was involved in problems that affected Nichols' father.
From Book to Film
The story told in The Devil in Pew Number Seven is now being made into a film. This means even more people will learn about the events and discussions that happened in Sellerstown.
