JEM Freelance Writing - Joe Milliken

10/22/2026

Hello everyone!
Our apologies for not posting a book update in about a month, but the wheels have continued to spin behind the curtain . . . and now we are beyond thrilled to announce that the Eagle has finally landed! ^^^ A ^^^
Copies of "Livin’ on the Edge! The Life and Times of Aerosmith’s Joe Perry" have started dropping at the publisher’s distribution centers as of yesterday, keeping everything in line for the official book release date of December 10 in the U. S. and February 2027 throughout Europe.
"Review copies" have already started going out to the media, as we begin to line up and schedule author interviews to talk about the book including podcasts, radio, and various other social media and print. Media outlets interested in setting up an interview with the author, as well as any other general inquiries, can reach out at [email protected].
Also please visit our "Livin’ on the Edge" official book website for more information, as well as our other social media links below, and stay tuned for more updates and announcements including information on upcoming book launch events. ~ Thank you all, for your continued support!
Pre-orders now available at the publisher’s website: www.bloomsbury.com.

www.joeperrybook.com
www.facebook.com/JoePerryBook
www.facebook.com/JockOfRockJoePerryPage
www.facebook.com/TheJockOfRockPresents
www.instagram.com/joeperrybookproject

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08/24/2026

Coming Dec.10 from author Joe Milliken ("Let’s Go! Benjamin Orr and The Cars") comes his latest rock biography titled "Livin’ on the Edge! The Life and Times of Aerosmith’s Joe Perry."

With foreword penned by long-time Joe Perry/Aerosmith manager, Tim Collins, "Livin’ on the Edge" chronicles the rock icon’s early life, rise to stardom, then Aerosmith's notorious collapse and miracle comeback.

This definitive portrait also explores the guitarist’s adventures as a solo artist, entrepreneur, and the Joe Perry Project and Hollywood Vampires, while also intertwining the author’s nearly 50-year personal archive with interviews from childhood friends, contemporaries, and other industry professionals.

Book pre-orders are available now at www.bloomsbury.com.
Please visit www.joeperrybook.com www.facebook.com/JoePerryBook www.instagram.com/joeperrybookproject.
Media inquiries: [email protected].

08/21/2026

After a crazy eight weeks of meeting all the publisher’s final deadlines, (with huge help from my trusty editor and friend, Father Frank) I am now happy to announce these recent measures will ensure the December 10 release date for "Livin’ on the Edge! The Life and Times of Aerosmith’s Joe Perry."

Now . . . that said and without further ado, I am excited to reveal this final book cover design, and also thankful to announce that former Joe Perry and Aerosmith manager, Tim Collins, has been gracious enough to write the foreword for "Livin’ on the Edge." I have interviewed Mr. Collins extensively over a three-year period, and this project would not be nearly complete or as close to the truth as possible, without his honesty and trust in my work and ‘giving him my word.’

For those who may not know, Tim Collins was instrumental in resurrecting Joe Perry’s solo career before reuniting him with songwriting partner, Steven Tyler, and his other band mates. He then become Aerosmith’s manager as they reformed and recaptured their magic in the late 80s and sky-rocketed to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Mr. Collins helped steer Joe and then the band’s ship for nearly 15 years, and this author is convinced they would not have reached those lofty heights the second time around without Tim’s early financials, dedication, faith, and discipline.

I could never thank Tim enough for all the time and effort he not only put into our interviews, but also for his extra care, insight, and for going the extra mile for the book when he certainly did not have to . . . and now authoring the foreword just leaves me feeling more thankful, and proud to call Tim my friend.

Please stay tuned for more announcements soon, including updates on the new "Livin’ on the Edge" website, the scheduling of book-related interviews, podcasts, and more book testimonial posts as well. We appreciate your continued interest and support, and remember that "Livin’ on the Edge" can now be pre-ordered by going to the Bloomsbury Publishing website at www.bloomsbury.com. (cover image by Katarina Benzova)

08/18/2026

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