I am Michigan Author, Richard Rensberry, a reinvention. Life can be like that. I had a couple of strokes and my memory is full of ghosts and black holes. Yet, some things are crystal clear as a pristine blue sky.
I know I was once a prolific poet and children’s book writer. On top of that I have written a whole series of Bigfoot books, known as the Conversations With Sasquatch series. Fortunately, those skills have not abandoned me, just the memories of what the Hell I wrote.
I am still working on piecing together my Swiss cheese past, but mostly I am trying to write myself back into existence.
That journey has recently taken me back into the children’s book domain where I have written and published “The Kirtland’s Warblers” and “The wild Canary”. These Michigan bird books for children can also be enjoyed by bird loving adults. I had the pleasure of working with Michigan Artist Linda Faith Widing, who illustrated both books. Her quick sketch techniques were pure magic for these wonderful books.
Working on the computer has been a major challenge, but I am persevering and continue to write and post here on my WordPress website as well as on my Substack site
Though I am piecing myself back together there is a lot of scar tissue. The strokes have left me dyslexic, so typing, computer work and general technology are all a bit out of reach for the most part. I have maintained and relearned some basic skills.
There are no holes in my encounters with Bigfoot nor my childhood. Those memories are all intact. Bigfoot is my Guardian and muse.
I hope you find a few things interesting enough to subscribe and follow my writing journey.
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The future holds one more Conversations With Sasquatch book and at least one more poetry book. Both are well on their way to fruition. The last of the Bigfoot series is called “Firestorm Bigfoot” and the poetry book is called “Sanctuary, Post Stroke Poetry“.
I found this and your author interviews page of great interest. I’m also from northern Michigan (Tawas City) and lived for quite a few years in Mio! Most recently, I lived and taught in the U.P. I’m now retired and living in Texas near my children and grandchildren, working toward my dream of getting published. Your books look great, and I’ve enjoyed exploring your blog.
Hi Becky. Yes, Mio is just down the road. I grew up in Alpena but moved to California for Mist of my adult life. Moved back to Michigan in 2016. My wife, Mary is from Texas. We have family there, also. Thanks for stopping by.
Wow! Great blog! And a GREAT author!
Thanks Ally.
What is it like to be a poet?
All depends on the day. Today it is romantic.
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Hello Richard. Thank you for the follow! I have followed you as well. I like your blog and look forward to seeing more of your work!
Penny
Hello richard, pleased to meet you here… I love your new book… Poems and blog x barbara
Thanks for stopping by Barbara. I look forward to visiting your site in a bit.
I appreciate your stopping by. I look forward to visiting your site. I’ll see you there.
Nice to meet you Richard. I agree, poetry is much more important than the evening news! More enjoyable, more positive. You have a great blog. Look forward to reading more.