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The Turtle, The Mitten, and An Epic History of Michigan

Author Aaron Helman shares his new book.

Author Aaron Helman writes the book The Turtle, The Mitten, and An Epic History of Michigan — a collection of true, deeply researched stories that explore Michigan’s stranger, bolder, and often-overlooked past. Examples of his stories include: An armed showdown on the Underground Railroad in Cass County, A self-declared Mormon pirate king who ruled Beaver Island and, buried towns, border disputes, shipwrecks, and more. Aaron shares his writing journey.

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.
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