Pete and DadWith my Dad, celebrating the beauty of the Upper Peninsula before I could walk.

With Mitch AlbomAppearing on WJR in Detroit on the Mitch Albom Show

With Keith UrbanBackstage with Keith Urban on his birthday for a special presentation from his fan club





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Peter Wurdock is the Upper Peninsula Poet Laureate of Luce County, an award-winning photographer, and the recipient of a Notable Book Award from the U.P. Poets and Authors Association of Michigan. His work has appeared in local, regional and national publications and he has written seven books which have all received great critical acclaim.

His stories are not just about the landscapes but also the people and experiences that have left an indelible mark on his life. Wurdock's writing serves as a reminder of the importance of cherishing memories and the connections we forge with others.

Born and raised in Royal Oak, Michgian, he graduated from Dondero High School and attended
Albion College before being accepted to the renown, Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. He has worked professionally in music, including time in Nashville as a song-plugger, record promoter and artist manager. He is single and currently resides in Newberry, MI with his two adopted Greyhounds.