Delve into the uproarious world of farm life with "What the Farm," a debut memoir that blends humor and heart. When Mary Conway Sullivan's husband's dream of owning a farm in mid-Ohio becomes reality, chaos and charm collide across 250 acres.

In candid essays, Sullivan recounts her transition from suburban life to the challenges of a sprawling horse farm. From unexpected encounters with swaggering Amish neighbors to her unconventional visit to a tattoo convention in an abandoned prison ("Ink at the Clink"), her tales span the emotional spectrum.

Topics like "Amish Guys Got Swagger" showcase Sullivan's ability to find beauty in the mundane and humor in chaos. "What the Farm" offers relatable, touching, and occasionally profane stories that capture farm life's essence while delivering universal truths that hit home.

Reading "What the Farm" gives intimate conversations over coffee or wine, sharing laughter, tears, and disbelief. Mary's empathetic voice immerses you in life's crazy, tough, and jaw-dropping moments.

"Sullivan serves up a delicious helping of wit and wonder, reminding us of life lessons through the eyes of a farm & that sometimes the best way to stay in the moment is to remember the past.”

Michael Symon, NYT best seller, Emmy & James Beard award winning chef

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“Sullivan writes with both humor and heart. She welcomes the reader to her farming adventures with thoroughly entertaining prose. An easy, enjoyable read!"

Patricia Heaton, Emmy Award-winning actress and author

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“This book is farming awesome. I farming love the essays. And Mary is farming hilarious.”

Mike McIntyre, executive editor, Ideastream Public Media

Purchase on Amazon.

Also available at:

The Learned Owl, Hudson, OH

Visible Voice, Cleveland, OH

Fireside Book Shop, Chagrin Falls, OH

BAYarts, Bay Village, OH

The Print Shop, Bay Village, OH

Loganberry Books, Shaker Heights, OH

Ask for What the Farm? at your favorite local bookstore or library!

Check out Mary’s Author Page on Amazon for more information.