If you have any sense of self-love, you’re already following Montana Poet Laureate, Chris La Tray,’s Substack, An Irritable Metis. And you already know that his forthcoming book, Becoming Little Shell is now available for signed pre-order. And you know that he recently re-subscribed for Instagram and you can follow him there. And because you know all this already, because you’ve done all these things, you’re wondering what this post is even about. Bless you.

Here’s what it’s about:

There is a shortage of authentic people in this world (especially now that “authentic” has become such a buzz word). I’ve been disappointed by people so often in my life, so excited to meet a person I’ve put on a pedestal (even though I know better). Chris is not that person. Chris is exactly who you see, exactly who you hear when you read his words. He’s funny and kind, a bit salty and gritty. He’s above all present and real af.

How you can support Chris AND do yourself a solid:

FREE (although there are paid options if you can roll): sign up for his newsletter

FREE: follow him on Instagram

$30: pre-order a SIGNED copy of his new book

Disclosure: I am not in any way, shape, or form affiliated with Chris La Tray and I don’t see a dime if you do any of these things. These suggestions are all made with your best interests in mind. If I’m wrong, tell me so. If I’m right, I don’t need to know although of course you can always tell me so (my ego sometimes needs a boost)