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For more than 30 years, I’ve helped document the people, places, things and events as part of my work as a journalist in communities in Kentucky, North Carolina and Mississippi. Now, as a freelance writer and editor, I’m helping others in telling the stories about their loved ones.
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Michael’s descriptive style of writing took everyone on a journey from birth to the end.
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Follow this creative journey
I’m currently at work on completing the first draft of 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.
Some of my most recent posts …

A heart-shaped box of chocolates on Dyer hill
What could possibly become of a cold winter’s day, one impossibly large hill and a frozen box of chocolates?
My love of grass
Fat Tuesday has me hungry for fine fescue Most just shake their head and walk away. “No, no, no.”In fact, they are so adverse they’ll suddenly stop and turn, telling me their disdain is so great “I pay $50 every two weeks just so I don’t have to do it.” They cannot comprehend my love … Continue reading “My love of grass”

Beanee Weenees in the parking lot
They’ve met for a year in the vacant parking lot. He’s always brought Beanee Weenees. She’s so tired of Beanee Weenees.
Come say hello
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.