From Wall Street to Weed Whacking

When Michael Francis packs up his Manhattan cubicle, and decides start a gardening business in Greenwich, Connecticut, he overlooks just one tiny detail:

He doesn't know the first thing about gardening.

Armed with unwavering optimism and a borrowed lawn mower, he launches headfirst into the manicured world of suburban landscaping.

What could possibly go wrong?

From battles with the infamous Trash Monster to diplomatic missions with Nasty Mrs. Phillips, Michael's misadventures bloom into an unexpected journey of self-discovery.

His clients might be eccentric (looking at you, Mad Annie Marsh), but they teach him that sometimes the best growth happens outside the garden.

Part memoir, part comedy, and part inspiration, this laugh-out-loud story proves that success doesn't always require expertise - sometimes, all you need is the courage to get your hands dirty.

Perfect for fans of Bill Bryson and anyone who has ever dared to chase an impossible dream, Yards and Stripes will have you rooting for Michael's success from the very first page.

Pick up your copy of Yards and Stripes today and discover that sometimes the best stories grow in the most unlikely soil.