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…View post

If you’ve seen the June 12, 2025 issue of Volume One, that beautiful cover is the work of Mike’s longtime family friend and Chippewa Valley artist Lori Chilefone. You also…View post

I’m profoundly fortunate to do the work I do, and I never, ever forget: it’s only possible because people generously give of their time and attention to read and listen,…View post

When I was but a teenager, I became godfather to a little baby named Amy. When I started writing books about my own daughters, I changed their names for privacy…View post

In this live performance Michael Perry describes how his first date was in a hearse with the girl next door and a guy named Bullwinkle. Filmed live at The Stoughton…View post