It’s the winter of 1964 and Tom Crutchfield has returned to the brutal coal fields of Western Kentucky to find the mother who abandoned him 21 years earlier, only to stumble upon the disappearance of two hunters with secrets of their own.
Editing and revision work continues on the debut novel by Michael Banks.
Follow this creative journey
I’m currently at work on completing my first novel. It’s been quite the process as I’ve learned a great deal not only about the craft of creative writing, but also gained new insight as to who I am as a person.
I encourage you to follow Michael’s Blog to read some of my favorite stories from the past, as well as some of the things I’m currently working on and various thoughts, musings, contemplations and diversions.
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How do you consume books?
Thank you for taking the time to answer these questions. They’ll help me plan out the distribution of my upcoming novel, “Bend In The River,” which should be released in September 2025.
From Kentucky to North Carolina: A Personal Reflection
When I’m asked “Where you from?”, these are the people and places that come to mind.
Waiting at the Depot
The waiting game at The Depot Tavern would often set a mind to wandering about the future.
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Questions? Comments? Just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you. Come find out more about just who is Michael Banks. And, once again, thanks for finding your way here to Michael Banks 360. I hope you enjoy your stay.
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