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"""Laced with gentle self-deprecating humor, keen insight, and skillfully painted word pictures of life both on and off the water, Fishing for More emerges as a Norman Mclean-ish account of how fishing can help heal body, mind, and soul.""-Kristine Lowder, Reedsy Discovery What are you willing to let go in order to obtain the life you truly want? In this honest and intimate debut memoir, the author discards any widely-held notions of a successful life and sets out to write his own script. Stuck in a tedious corporate life and suffering from a declining physical state, the memories of father/son fishing trips consume the author. After the passing of his grandfather reminds him of the precious time he has left with his own dad, he suggests they purchase a boat together. While reacquainting themselves with the craft of walleye fishing and the vagaries of boat ownership, an unexpected momentum builds toward a potential way out of the corporate grind. As visions of a fishing guide business quickly take shape, he is faced with a massive career choice; hold on to the perceived financial security of a company job or throw it all away to follow his passion. Testing the waters becomes a cathartic process both of personal growth and reacquaintance with his old, childhood self. A must read for fishing and outdoors enthusiasts, however the powerful reflections on life and purpose alongside vivid descriptions of the author's fishing adventures have made this memoir a favorite for a wide variety of readers. Whether you're looking to find yourself, recreate yourself, or just need a vicarious escape from the tedium of life, this relatable story of adventure is sure to inspire you. The author's genuine yet mildly irreverent style will have you laughing one page, crying the next, and give you a sense of hope for your own personal journey."

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Kristine Lowder - Author Laced with gentle self-deprecating humor, keen insight, and skillfully painted word pictures of life both on and off the water, Fishing for More emerges as a Norman Mclean-ish account of how fishing can help heal body, mind, and soul. It also reminded me of long-ago mornings in a boat with my dad, watching the sun rise and waiting for fish to bite. Sweet. Review originally published by Kristine Lowder on Reedsy Discovery. Laura Smith - Author The narration is very straightforward and smooth. Bloemendaal is descriptive without dragging out his thoughts. He's personal without getting too offtrack from the theme, and he is conversational without his storytelling feeling amateurish. I recommend Fishing for More to, first and foremost, fishermen and women who can relate to Bloemendaal's nostalgic tales. I also recommend it to those who had a close relationship with their dad or grandfather growing up. Finally I recommend it to those who feel stuck in the rut of their careers. This memoir is told in a down-to-earth, relatable, yet interesting way. Jeyran Main - Editor of Review Tales Magazine The literature is written with such emotion and delightfully added humor...it isn't easy to make a memoir this enjoyable to read. Originally published by Jeyran Main in the spring 2022 issue of Review Tales Magazine. Jan Meester - High School Language & Literature Teacher Cast a line (the fisherman/woman's equivalent of 'Carpe diem') is the mantra by which Bloemendaal steers his boat of life. He documents his transition from a career in high-pressure finance to a career of a fishing guide in a no-nonsense but extremely entertaining memoir. He shares his love of fishing with his father and grandfather, the family's challenges and rewards, and the emotional toils of the finance world. He tells his remarkable story in a casual and easy-to-read style. Even if you're not a fisherman/woman, you will enjoy and marvel at this beautiful memoir.

Joel Nelson - Fishing Professional & Writer As a writer, Brett found a way to tell a great many stories in a single book, all being as relatable as the next while still being personal and individual. Fishing is a medium that carries these threads throughout the book, but whether you're a talented angler or have never fished a day in your life, this book to me is about change. Understanding, accepting, and making it a part of your personal evolution, while still staying true to your passions. To anglers, the struggles and successes Brett pens are innately realistic, though as a human, the lessons are just as relevant. I found myself enjoying the portions about childhood, personal relationships, and difficult career decisions just as thought-provoking as the yarns about fishing. It's the book I would write about my own connection to fishing, family, and life were I to take up the topic. Kristine Lowder - Author Laced with gentle self-deprecating humor, keen insight, and skillfully painted word pictures of life both on and off the water, Fishing for More emerges as a Norman Mclean-ish account of how fishing can help heal body, mind, and soul. It also reminded me of long-ago mornings in a boat with my dad, watching the sun rise and waiting for fish to bite. Sweet. Review originally published by Kristine Lowder on Reedsy Discovery. Laura Smith - Author The narration is very straightforward and smooth. Bloemendaal is descriptive without dragging out his thoughts. He's personal without getting too offtrack from the theme, and he is conversational without his storytelling feeling amateurish. I recommend Fishing for More to, first and foremost, fishermen and women who can relate to Bloemendaal's nostalgic tales. I also recommend it to those who had a close relationship with their dad or grandfather growing up. Finally I recommend it to those who feel stuck in the rut of their careers. This memoir is told in a down-to-earth, relatable, yet interesting way. Jeyran Main - Editor of Review Tales Magazine The literature is written with such emotion and delightfully added humor...it isn't easy to make a memoir this enjoyable to read. Originally published by Jeyran Main in the spring 2022 issue of Review Tales Magazine. Jan Meester - High School Language & Literature Teacher Cast a line (the fisherman/woman's equivalent of 'Carpe diem') is the mantra by which Bloemendaal steers his boat of life. He documents his transition from a career in high-pressure finance to a career of a fishing guide in a no-nonsense but extremely entertaining memoir. He shares his love of fishing with his father and grandfather, the family's challenges and rewards, and the emotional toils of the finance world. He tells his remarkable story in a casual and easy-to-read style. Even if you're not a fisherman/woman, you will enjoy and marvel at this beautiful memoir.

Laura Smith - Author The narration is very straightforward and smooth. Bloemendaal is descriptive without dragging out his thoughts. He's personal without getting too offtrack from the theme, and he is conversational without his storytelling feeling amateurish. I recommend Fishing for More to, first and foremost, fishermen and women who can relate to Bloemendaal's nostalgic tales. I also recommend it to those who had a close relationship with their dad or grandfather growing up. Finally I recommend it to those who feel stuck in the rut of their careers. This memoir is told in a down-to-earth, relatable, yet interesting way. Jan Meester - High School Language & Literature Teacher Cast a line (the fisherman/woman's equivalent of 'Carpe diem') is the mantra by which Bloemendaal steers his boat of life. He documents his transition from a career in high-pressure finance to a career of a fishing guide in a no-nonsense but extremely entertaining memoir. He shares his love of fishing with his father and grandfather, the family's challenges and rewards, and the emotional toils of the finance world. He tells his remarkable story in a casual and easy-to-read style. Even if you're not a fisherman/woman, you will enjoy and marvel at this beautiful memoir.

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