Fellow comedian and friend Greg Morton who was a semifinalist on America’s Got Talent made Michael promise to write a book when they first met at Hilarities Comedy Club in the late ‘90s upon hearing his life story. It may have taken Michael over 20 years to write due to his procrastination and self-doubt, but “The Magic of Life: A Son’s Story of Hope after Tragedy, Grief and a Speedo” was published in 2019.
Synopsis of the book:
Hit by a drunk driver that killed his mother and nearly himself as an infant, Michael Gershe found The Magic of Life. Despite breaking almost all of his bones in the car crash, he went on to become a collegiate swimmer, comedian, college educator, author and professional speaker. Michael dedicated his life to preventing impaired driving so others don’t go through the same pain.The Magic of Life details how he overcame tragedy, grief and depression as a child through adulthood. Even though he lost his mother, he and his brother were raised by his father and an incredible Jamaican woman who stepped in to fill the mother’s role. Michael shares his life about loss and how he finally addressed his grief in his life with a blend of humor and inspiration that anyone who has gone through grief can relate to.
What readers have said about the book:
Interesting, great talker, like sharing life stories over a campfire, inspiring
A tribute to the many Moms in your life.
This is one man’s story, honest, open, sad, funny, thought provoking and inspiring. But you will find pieces of yourself in these pages. Read this book. You will not regret it.
You can buy Michael’s book through Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1072094487
If you would like an autographed copy of Michael’s book, please email him at Gershe_M@msn.com with your name and address. Total cost including shipping is $25. Payment can be made by check, Venmo or PayPal.