Friese, Kurt M.

Pen Name: Kurt Michael Friese

Comments from the author about writing:  I write about food. I have a strong interest in sustainable agriculture and cuisine because food defines who we are. A hero of mine, MFK Fisher, said it best. "There is a communion of more than our bodies when bread is broken and wine is drunk. That is what I say when people ask me, 'Why do you write of food, and not of love and war?'"

Literary awards received and date received:

• the Midwest Booksellers Association: Midwest Connections Program

Book Types: Nonfiction

Audience Types: All Ages

Genre: Biography, Essays, History, Politics, Food history, Food Politics, Agriculture, Cooking

Are you willing to do programs for schools, libraries, or other groups? Yes; please contact agent below

If you are willing to do programs, will you charge a fee? Yes; $250/hour plus travel, food and lodging.

Agent Mailing Address:

Lisa Ekus

57 North Street

Hatfield, MA 01038

(413) 247-9325

fax (413) 247-9873

lisaekus@lisaekus.com

Author's Web site: http://www.KurtFriese.com

County: Johnson

Books By This Author

• Chasing Chiles: Hot Spots Along the Pepper Trail. Chelsea Green Publishing, White River Junction, VT, 2011.

• A Cook's Journey: Slow Food in the Heartland. Ice Cube Press, North Liberty, IA 2008.