Rocky Mountain Reflections

I was a little intrepid as I considered taking a deep dive into Michael's latest work of poetry, story telling and photography. As I read his work and enjoyed the photos I found myself going with him to certain destinations or even reading about days gone by had reminded me of my childhood and things I used to do years ago. Michael has a way with words that makes you want to read "just one more". The pictures are helpful to evoke a memory of love and happiness. I loved spending time reading and viewing "Rocky Mountain Reflections".

Michael Shoemaker is a gifted, rising voice from the mountain west. His first collection, "Rocky Mountain Reflections" is a heartfelt, thoughtful, and oftentimes powerful debut. An ecosystem of engaging poetry, prose, short stories, and photography, this collection grows your faith, feeds the soul, and nourishes your belief in the goodness of the human condition. Shoemaker's vision of the world in which he lives inspires me. This is an absolute joy to read and remember.

After slowly absorbing the book, "Rocky Mountain Reflections", I can say that readers will be transported to mountains and grounded in dirt. Mr. Shoemaker will encourage you to wonder, while respecting heedlessness, as well. You will move your own mountains after breathing in Mr. Shoemaker's exquisite style of writing and matching beautiful photography, which will stun all of your senses.