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FORMER HOMELESS VETERAN SHARES HIS TRUE-LIFE STORY OF REDEMPTION.

"God rescued me so I could help others who struggle with mental illness and addiction in Love" Mike Smith is the gritty, no-frills voice behind The Gutter Gospel, a raw and powerful memoir that dives headfirst into the trenches of addiction, redemption, and self-discovery. With unflinching honesty and a poet’s soul, Mike captures the reality of life on the edge, offering readers both a cautionary tale and a story of hope.

Our interview with Mike was nothing short of real. He brought the same energy and authenticity that flows through his writing — unpolished, passionate, and deeply reflective. We talked about his early struggles, the moments that turned his life around, and how writing became a lifeline. Mike doesn’t sugarcoat anything, and that’s what makes him so compelling — whether he’s sharing a story from the street or a lesson from recovery, you can feel every word