We couldn’t be bigger fans of Craig Finn and his band The Hold Steady. So we had to hold ourselves steady when he offered us this enthusiastic blurb of Mark’s book: “The Happiness Playlist is funny, thought-provoking, and just plain … Continue reading
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Founder of Think Piece PublishingDiablo Cody On Mark Mallman’s ‘The Happiness Playlist’: “Read It And Become Obsessed.”
We are overwhelmed with gratitude that Minnesota homegrown Oscar winner Diablo Cody was blown away by Mark’s book. Here is her blurb: “This brave and masterfully written book is a testament to the power of love and art. Read it … Continue reading
Chuck Klosterman Writes Foreword To Mark Mallman’s ‘The Happiness Playlist’
What a thrill that the legendary New York Times bestselling author offered to write a Foreword for Mark’s book. And what a Foreword it is. Behold: The first time I met Mark Mallman, I was looking at tigers at the … Continue reading
Clarion Review Gives Mark Mallman’s ‘The Happiness Playlist’ 4 Stars
We agree with every word. Clarion Rating: 4 out of 5 The Happiness Playlist is a memoir with the potential to inspire others to see music as a comfort, a companion, and a healing balm. In The Happiness Playlist: The True Story … Continue reading
Think Piece Publishing Announces Release Date For Mark Mallman’s ‘The Happiness Playlist’
We are overjoyed to announce that Mark Mallman’s book “The Happiness Playlist” will come out on March 19, 2019. The book, which details how Mallman leaned on music and friends during a time of grief, is vivid and empathetic, often hilarious … Continue reading
Julie Barton’s ‘Dog Medicine’ Featured in Oprah Magazine
Here’s something spectacular. Julie Barton’s wonderful memoir Dog Medicine, which details Julie’s recovery from severe depression through the help of an animal healer, has been featured as a recommended memoir on Oprah.com. Wow! Here’s what Oprah’s team had to say: … Continue reading
Mike Michel’s Animated Trailer for “On The Mend”
We love this animated video from Brian Barber. It tells the story of Mike Michel‘s journey to recovery from debilitating tinnitus and hyperacusis. His album “On The Mend” is out on May 20.
Americans Just Broke a Record for Anxiety. The Reason: Politics.
Since 2007, the American Psychological Association has published an annual survey of stress in America. In January 2017, for the first time in its 10-year history, the survey found a statistically significant increase in stress levels in the U.S. compared … Continue reading
Mike Michel Featured in City Pages
What a great discussion with Mike Michel about his record “On The Mend in City Pages. Here’s a link. Enjoy!
‘Mike Michel Is On The Mend and Ready to Rock’
We love this piece on Mike Michel and his album “On The Mend” by Luke Taylor of The Current. Here’s a link. It’s a great read about music, tinnitus, depression, mindfulness, anxiety and recovery.