The Scrapper Poet on Illinois, My Apologies

Blue-collar poet Karen J. Weyant posted her thoughts on Illinois, My Apologies on her blog The Scrapper Poet the other day. Among other kind words, she had this to say about my chapbook:

All in all, Hamm’s collection is more than just a thoughtful volume that explores an American place. His poems are full of barfight sweat, churning rivers, industries that stand stark and ugly on horizons. Such descriptions may make a reader wonder how a speaker would even want to try to love such bleak landscapes. But I can guarantee that any one who reads this collection will gain new appreciation for the Midwest and the people, especially men, who toil there.

You can read the rest of her review here.