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Danger, Man Working: Writing from the Heart, the Gut, and the Poison Ivy Patch

Name: Danger, Man Working: Writing from the Heart, the Gut, and the Poison Ivy Patch
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Book Synopsis: “Every writer has advice for aspiring writers. Mine is predicated on formative years spent cleaning my father’s calf pens: Just keep shoveling until you’ve got a pile so big, someone has to notice. The fact that I cast my life’s work as slung manure simply proves that I recognize an apt metaphor when I accidentally stick it with a pitchfork. . . . Poetry was my first love, my gateway drug—still the poets are my favorites—but I quickly realized I lacked the chops or insights to survive on verse alone. But I wanted to write. Every day. And so I read everything I could about freelancing, and started shoveling.”

The pieces gathered within this book draw on fifteen years of what Michael Perry calls “shovel time”—a writer going to work as the work is offered. The range of subjects is wide, from musky fishing, puking, and mountain-climbing Iraq War veterans to the frozen head of Ted Williams. Some assignments lead to self-examination of an alarming magnitude (as Perry notes, “It quickly becomes obvious that I am a self-absorbed hypochondriac forever resolving to do better nutritionally and fitness-wise but my follow-through is laughable.”) But his favorites are those that allow him to turn the lens outward: “My greatest privilege,” he says, “lies not in telling my own story; it lies in being trusted to tell the story of another.”

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Are you an aspiring writer looking for some inspiration? Look no further! Danger, Man Working: Writing from the Heart, the Gut, and the Poison Ivy Patch is the book you need to take your writing to the next level. In this book, Michael Perry shares his valuable insights gained from years of experience in the field. He takes you on a journey through his own writing process, from shoveling manure to shoveling words onto the page. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself captivated by his stories and motivated to pursue your own writing dreams.

Michael Perry's writing draws on the vast range of subjects he has tackled over the years. From musky fishing to mountain-climbing Iraq War veterans, his ability to tell captivating stories knows no bounds. Each piece in this book is filled with raw emotion and a unique perspective that will leave you wanting more. You'll feel like you're right there with him, experiencing every moment and gaining a deeper understanding of the world around you.

One of the highlights of Danger, Man Working is Perry's ability to turn the lens outward and tell the stories of others. His genuine empathy and curiosity shine through as he delves into the lives of those around him. Reading this book is not only an opportunity to learn from a skilled writer but also to gain a newfound appreciation for the power of storytelling.

Don't miss out on the chance to learn from one of the best in the business. Get your copy of Danger, Man Working: Writing from the Heart, the Gut, and the Poison Ivy Patch today and start your journey towards becoming the writer you've always wanted to be. Click here to order now!

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