Elton Rokusek of Tyndall, SD has just published his first book, "The Unknown Star."  Elton was born in 1945 with what was diagnosed as a cavernous hemangioma covering most of the right side of his head.  He had undergone major medical treatment and many surgeries.  His book is a journey through the physical and emotional struggles that are a result of life with a facial birthmark.

The book can be purchased from the web site at the link below.

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