Wayne Larson's Tales from Life in Wisconsin

Get ready to experience the ultimate slice of Wisconsin life with Grillin’ in a Blizzard: Tales from Life in the Great White Cheese State, a laugh-out-loud collection of stories, tall tales, and hard truths that every true Wisconsinite knows by heart. Wayne Larson captures the spirit of America’s Dairyland in this heartwarming, hilarious book that’s as comforting as a Friday night fish fry and as genuine as a Packers fan in a cheesehead hat.

From braving a blizzard to fire up the grill (because a little snow never hurt a brat) to debating the superiority of Kwik Trip’s glazers, Larson serves up a celebration of everything that makes Wisconsin special—its quirks, its characters, and its unapologetic love for all things cheese, beer, and football. Whether he’s recounting a legendary cookout in subzero temperatures or the universal struggle to navigate road construction season, Larson’s stories will have you nodding in recognition and laughing out loud.

Written with the dry humor, down-to-earth warmth, and a deep love of all things Wisconsin, Grillin’ in a Blizzard isn’t just a book—it’s an invitation to pull up a lawn chair, grab a brat, and join in on the conversation. If you’ve ever shoveled snow in shorts, cheered for the Packers in a windstorm, or found yourself driving out of your way just to stop at Kwik Trip, this book is for you.

Perfect for Wisconsin natives, transplanted Cheeseheads, or anyone who’s ever wondered why we call it a “bubbler” instead of a water fountain, Grillin’ in a Blizzard is a celebration of life in the heart of the Midwest—one laugh, one brat, and one beer at a time.