Break Every String: writer Joshua Michael Stewart

 

Headshot of the Western Massachusetts writer Joshua Michael Stewart.
Western MA writer Joshua Michael Stewart

In Episode # ‘Break Every String’ we spoke with Western MA writer of poetry Joshua Michael Stewart.  His latest release, ‘The Bastard Children of Dharma Bums’, published. by Human Error Publishing is available now on amazon. 

Cover image of The Bastard Children of Dharma Bums, a book of poetry by the Western MA author Joshua Michael Stewart

Image of Front Cover to Joshua Michael Stewart's 2016 book 'Break Every String'

In Episode #16 ‘Break Every String’ We focus on what’s important to crafting a meaningful career and life in the arts.  Cam and Scott speak with Pioneer Valley writer Joshua Michael Stewart.  His groundbreaking book of poetry ‘Break Every String’ was released to critical acclaim in 2016.  He is the managing editor of Hedgerow books https://www.levellerspress.com/hedgerow-books/ and resides and works in Ware, MA.

Our conversation touches upon utilizing creativity, why we work as artists, politics, philosophy and more.

Josh’s latest release ‘Bastard Children of Dharma Bums is available on Amazon:

To order Break Every String: https://www.levellerspress.com/product/break-every-string/

To read more about Joshua Michael Stewart: https://www.joshuamichaelstewart.com

References to Hill Country Blues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64T6ugyWXAA

 and: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_DOnKJ232M

Reference made to our good friend Paul Richmond and Human Error Publishing: https://www.humanerrorpublishing.com

 and Paul’s annual event: https://www.turnersfallsriverculture.org/2019/10/03/10th-annual-great-falls-word-festival/

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