I have to pass this on to Duda! As a local legend, he and his book (River Songs) are very well-loved here in the Seattle fly fishing literary scene. It’s hard to tell how far the book’s popularity has traveled — I own two signed copies, and that book sells out constantly at fly shops.
I think he’ll be chuffed to read this from a VA writer and angler. You’re certainly one of my favorite writers using ff as subject and metaphor — and that’s saying a lot given the storied tradition since Izaac Walton (and earlier) up to the present.
Thanks for those kind words, Lily I really appreciate you. Steve and I are friends and have a running commentary about the popularity of Little Debbie snacks among fishing guides. Ask him about it. His book is wonderful.
Ha! Will do. We probably know a lot of the same folks!
I’m still taking my time and savoring that book like sacred scripture. He read at the 10th anniversary of Writers on the Fly on Feb 6 — several of my favorite pieces, including The Unknowable.
I’ve since revised that write up and incorporated blurbs for each writer after speaking with and letting them have some control over their mini-bios. None were incorporated in MidCurrent, but I’ll be posting my version.
I have to pass this on to Duda! As a local legend, he and his book (River Songs) are very well-loved here in the Seattle fly fishing literary scene. It’s hard to tell how far the book’s popularity has traveled — I own two signed copies, and that book sells out constantly at fly shops.
Worthy of noting, first edition signed copies can be ordered through his website. https://www.stevedudawrites.com/store/p/river-songs-signed-edition
I think he’ll be chuffed to read this from a VA writer and angler. You’re certainly one of my favorite writers using ff as subject and metaphor — and that’s saying a lot given the storied tradition since Izaac Walton (and earlier) up to the present.
Thanks for those kind words, Lily I really appreciate you. Steve and I are friends and have a running commentary about the popularity of Little Debbie snacks among fishing guides. Ask him about it. His book is wonderful.
Ha! Will do. We probably know a lot of the same folks!
I’m still taking my time and savoring that book like sacred scripture. He read at the 10th anniversary of Writers on the Fly on Feb 6 — several of my favorite pieces, including The Unknowable.
https://midcurrent.com/2025/02/18/writers-on-the-fly-celebrates-10-years-of-literary-excellence/
I’ve since revised that write up and incorporated blurbs for each writer after speaking with and letting them have some control over their mini-bios. None were incorporated in MidCurrent, but I’ll be posting my version.
I look forward to reading your revised version. Yes, I suspect we do know a lot of the same folks. We are fortunate to call them friends, aren’t we.
The best teacher. And my favorite teacher too.
Well said!
East Outlet the Kennebec. 43 years of knowledge.
I love this sentiment. It's so true for fly fishing, and for all the other moments in life we feel unprepared for.