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THE QUICK SUMMARY

(This is a pinned post summarizing the SneezingCow basics…scroll down for newer posts.)

Mike’s latest book (Forty Acres Deep) (indie booksellers scroll down to lower left for wholesale info). All the other books (including Population 485) and CDs and DVDs and whatnots.

The Voice Mail page. (This is the weekly podcast — for free samples, click on the episodes without the miniature padlocks.)

Mike’s ability to spin his 20+ books and wide range of life experiences into humorous and heartfelt live presentations have put him in great demand as a public speaker. In addition to his one-man theater shows, Mike has delivered entertaining keynote addresses at conferences for software companies, hospitals and health care organizations, fire and EMS providers, farming and agricultural groups, national and regional utility cooperatives, business and economic development entities, governmental agencies, mental health organizations, dental hygienists, faith-based organizations, logging conventions, book festivals, MFA programs, libraries, and countless others. If you’re interested in retaining Mike for your event, please contact his booking agent here.

The mailing list signup (explained very specifically). We hope you’ll consider joining; it’s old-fashioned but way more loyal than social media. It’s also the best and most direct way to know when Mike’s got something new or is performing near you.

Upcoming live events.

Mother to Many

Lonnie L. Perry, age 84, of New Auburn, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Lonnie was born on May 3, 1941, in Indiana, to Leigh and Miriam (Smalley) Peterson. She attended Memorial High School in Eau Claire and graduated with the Class of 1959. In 1962, Lonnie graduated from Luther Hospital School of Nursing. On September 21, 1963, Lonnie married Willliam C. Perry. She will be remembered as a loving mother to many children.

Free Episode of Michael Perry’s Voice Mail – Episode #269: Delmar Takes Flight

Howdy folks:

Welcome to Michael Perry’s Voice Mail, episode 269. This one’s available to free and paid subscribers alike. Click here to listen.

In this episode I revisit the adventures of two cousins—Herbie and Delmar—and bid Delmar good-bye after over a century of a life well-lived.

While recording today’s episode I was reminded for the forty-’leventh time how many rich experiences I have been allowed in this life. I hope I convey them in gratitude and joy, and I hope I convey how grateful I am for the time you take to read, listen, and follow.

never take it for granted.

Thank you,
Mike

Thank You, Manitowoc Public Library!

Mike recently spoke before a standing room only crowd at the Manitowoc Public Library. They enjoyed each other’s company and shared a couple hours of heartfelt humor. If you’d like to book Mike as a speaker, or book the Long Beds band, or obtain information about the script for the Population 485 stage play, please fill out the form located here.