Mike McGee was born with Spina Bifida in Fort Campbell, KY/TN, and grew up in San Jose, CA. He is 2003 National Poetry Slam Individual Grand Champion and the 2006 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion, the first person to attain both titles. A favorite performer to many schools around the U.S., he was one of the first American poets to perform at the University of Paris, La Sorbonne and at the Glastonbury music festival. McGee tours over 100,000 miles a year, was featured in Writer's Digest magazine, has appeared on CBC and NPR, and was a popular performer on HBO's Def Poetry Jam.

Enter the realm of "Mighty" Mike McGee, a spoken word virtuoso and the poetic maverick of the slam stage, as he welcomes you into a world both distinct and unparalleled.
Within the pages of his remarkable debut collection, you'll uncover a treasury of his most acclaimed performance pieces, captivating narratives, clever anecdotes, and insightful guidelines that offer a glimpse into the art of his craft.
From deeply earnest love tributes to whimsical and requested compositions, this collection encapsulates the brilliance that defines McGee's artistic range. With the spirit of a seasoned traveler, he encapsulates his journey through both words and the lens of a camera, weaving together a narrative that leaves behind an indelible trail of extraordinary moments etched into memory.