Michael Cowan - Journey examining loss, personal growth, and the everyday challenges of life in America today

Michael Cowan - Journey examining loss, personal growth, and the everyday challenges of life in America today

From Brushwood Media Network by Brushwood Media Network

June 12, 2026 · 29 min · Season 5 · Episode 582

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Michael Cowan discusses his journey through various careers and personal experiences, culminating in his debut novel.

Michael Cowan is a debut novelist whose life has unfolded across law, music, teaching, business and international travel. JOHN B PEOPLES is a literary legal thriller that releases with Koehler Books on April 21, 2026. A confirmed Francophile, Cowan taught writing at UCLA School of Law, sang professional (including a summer performing at Radio City Music Hall), argued and won a case before the California Supreme Court, had two songs published as a member of ASCAP, co-owned a dairy manufacturing business, and served as general counsel for two major corporations, including Robert Redford’s Sundance Group. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, he attended Amherst High School, the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan Law School. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife of nearly 50 years and their eccentric rescue dog Percie. He is a proud father of three, and grandfather of four. CONNECT WITH MICHAEL ONLINE Official Website: MichaelCowan.net Facebook: /AuthorMichaelCowan Instagram: @authormichaelcowan LinkedIn: Michael Cowan Grab a copy of John B Peoples here https://a.co/d/0h4j8tCl

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Organizations: Koehler Books, ASCAP, Sundance Group

Places: Buffalo, New York, Los Angeles, UCLA School of Law, University of Pennsylvania, University of Michigan Law School

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