RUMFORD – Scott Touchette wants to let people know that a learning disability doesn’t mean a person can’t do what he sets out to do.

“I’m proof that you can do anything,” he said.

Touchette, a 1984 graduate of Rumford High School who now lives in Leeds, recently published his second book, “Bethany’s Playground.”

He said that all through school and through much of his life, he has had retention and reading comprehension problems.

But now, with the help of a computer, he writes.

He writes when an idea comes into his head; he writes to eliminate stress.

He will sign copies of his newest book from noon until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27, at Waldenbooks in the Auburn Mall.

He said all proceeds from the book will be used to support troops and the families of troops now serving in Iraq.

“Bethany’s Playground” tells the story of an architect who, unaware, builds on an Indian burial ground. The spirits of an Indian family buried there can’t be at peace until they learn that all white people aren’t bad, Touchette said.

Like “Bees,” which was published last year, the story takes place in Maine.

“Bees” was available in local stores, and “Bethany’s Playground” will soon be available at Port to Port in Rumford and other local businesses.

Touchette wants to speak to students, particularly those who have ever doubted themselves.

“I’d like to talk about overcoming disabilities. I would like to help students by giving a positive outlook,” he said.

When he’s not writing, the Army veteran works as manager of the automotive division at Auburn’s Wal-Mart.

He has plans to write a sequel to “Bees” next year.