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“Michael succeeds in bringing to life the day-to-day living with epilepsy and the personal drama of brain surgery, recovery, and eventual triumph. His story told with such vibrant and honest insight, is an engaging document of struggle against adversity. It will be a source of inspiration and comfort to patients out there, and especially to those afflicted with epilepsy.”

— Dr. Itzhak Fried, professor of neurosurgery, UCLA

“Written in King’s warm, brisk, conversational style, Be There When I Return is a moving, rousing, and inspirational story of an epilepsy warrior who insists on living on his own triumphant terms, in the face of devastation.”

— Marc Palmieri, bestselling author of She Danced with Lightning

“Michael’s humorous and heart-wrenching account of living with severe epilepsy is one of courage and success. From us, your medical team, thank you for your trust and for allowing us the honor of playing a part in such an important chapter of your life.”

— Dr. Sandra Dewar – Epilepsy Nurse Specialist

“Michael’s inspiring tale underscores the transformative power of perseverance and the profound impact of embracing new beginnings with courage and conviction.”

— Rob Bernshteyn, former CEO, Coupa Software

“King has a charismatic story that aches to understand the precarious act of being alive. It’s the threat of a foreshortened life that gives this book such heat. He wrote it for all of us so we never forget: today is a great day because we’re all still here.”

— Joshua Mohr, author of Model Citizen

“I’ve known Michael since we were in grade school together. His story is a testament to resilience, friendship, and the transformative power of grabbing life’s opportunities in the face of adversity.”

— Dave Yarnold, former CEO, ServiceMax

“Michael, your courage in facing brain surgery is truly remarkable. Thank you for bravely sharing your journey with us—it’s a testament to your strength and resilience.”

— Dr. Paul Mullin, former neurologist, UCLA

“When you learn about Michael’s story and the challenges he had to overcome, you realize what has made him so inspirational and such a good friend to many.”

— Greg Ott, former CMO, Demandbase

“This powerful memoir hits home for me as a father whose daughter also faces the challenges of epilepsy. Michael’s journey from living with epilepsy to overcoming it through surgery is nothing short of inspiring. His story shows the resilience of the human spirit and reminds us all that there is hope, even in the toughest of battles.”

— Tom Grubb, marketing executive and father of a daughter with epilepsy