Welcome to michaelcervin.com. As a writer, I strive to tell interesting and compelling stories. Whether it's an article on wine, business, home improvement, a poem, short story or play, good writing should be thought provoking and insightful.

Good writing should also amuse, agitate and lead readers through a gamut of emotions. I welcome any thoughts about my work should something move you to write me. I am available on short deadlines for various types of articles and enjoy working with new editors and publishers. Thanks for taking the time to visit.

Tune in to my weekly radio show, "Cervin It Straight: No ratings, no scores, just straight talk about wine, spirit, and beer," on KZSB AM-1290 Santa Barbara/Ventura, and online. Winemakers, master brewers, celebrities, and master distillers talk wines, whiskeys, and wheat ales. Guests have included Dan Akroyd, Mario Andretti, and Peter Mondavi. Ticket giveaways and weekly wine, beer, and spirits recommendations. Listen for tips on pinot noir, pale ale, Puerto Rican rum, and much more. Check out www.CervinItStraight.com for info and show schedule.