Panhandlers

"Panhandlers" by Nic Schuck offers a compelling portrait of life on Florida's margins, following Hank Ackerman as he navigates poverty, hardship, and the search for a better future in the small town of Sullivan. Through interconnected stories of dreamers, drifters, and those struggling with their burdens, the novel delves into themes of family, hope, and resilience across decades along the Gulf Coast. With emotional depth and unflinching honesty, it presents a powerful coming-of-age journey amid a landscape shaped by longing and survival.