Hello Fine Friend: A Collection of Unsolicited Random Thoughts Inspired by Walking 1000 Miles

5 Star Review

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Editorial Book Review:

By SB Borcy

Hello Fine Friend feels like an invitation you did not know you needed. It stands out because it shows how an ordinary habit like walking can open a door to uncommon clarity. From the first page you sense that the author is not trying to teach you anything. He is simply letting you walk beside him and somehow that makes every reflection feel earned rather than delivered from a distance.

Reading this book feels like taking a slow breath after a long day. The steady, warm tone draws you into little moments that make you feel better or more at ease. Some entries leave you sitting quietly with an unexpected truth, while others make you smile at their simplicity. It is a soft but never empty experience, and each piece leaves a small impression that lasts longer than you might anticipate.

The themes stretch far beyond the act of walking. The book explores friendship, faith, creativity, weariness, hope and the strange way tiny observations can reveal big truths. These ideas feel universal because they rise from daily life rather than dramatic events. Anyone who has ever needed perspective or a small spark of reassurance will find something familiar in these pages.

It is simple to adopt his writing style. The loose, unrestricted structure reflects the roving thoughts of a long walk. While some lines are mildly humorous, others become surprisingly reflective and conjure up heart-pounding images. His observation that a passing stranger's company can change a day is one particularly noteworthy instance. Another striking piece simply says notice the world noticing you which feels like a small poem disguised as a thought.

The lasting significance of this book comes from its quiet honesty. It does not ask for effort. It simply reminds you to be awake to your own life. Someone should read it because it turns everyday moments into companions and offers a kind of comfort that sneaks up on you page by page.

About the Author 

David Fischette

David Fischette has established himself as a visionary in the live production, broadcast, media and entertainment industries. Known for his passion creativity, he spent over 39 years at the helm of the award-winning Go West Creative, 

Fischette has worked with major brands around the world to help them communicate their message. From large scale corporate broadcasts to live experiential activations, the goal was always the same. Connect the experience and the emotion to the brand. Fischette has executive-produced projects globally for numerous Fortune 500 companies, as well as multiple film and television projects, including the Emmy Award-Winning Television Series “My Generation”, starring Leeza Gibbons, the 2024 Boot Barn Fashion Show (Hulu & Roku), the independent comedy film “Rock, Paper, Scissors,” and he directed and produced the New York City Film Festival Award-Winning Thriller “Gods of Accident.”

As the live event industry shifted due to Covid-19, David led his production team into a full pivot to Corporate Broadcasting, including the creation of The Studio Collection at Go West, a facility in the heart of downtown Nashville with spaces for virtual meetings, music video and live events. He also directed his creative team to lean hard into Agency Services, Digital Content Production and of course, Spoken Cinema® (www.spokencinema.com).

David and his team have won numerous prestigious industry awards including Telly Awards, Pixie, Davy and Hermes Awards, and the coveted Gala Award for his “Spoken Cinema®”.

He is the host of the True West Podcast (www.truewestpodcast.com) and founder of the True West Foundation (www.truewestfoundation.com). In early 2024, Fischette resigned his position as CEO and Chief Creative at Go West Creative, still retaining his ownership of the company he founded over 40 years ago, in 1984. He has since opened a new boutique agency, Cre8td by David Fischette (www.cre8tdby.com). His focus is producing projects that impact lives in a positive way. In November of 2024 David Executive Produced the made-for-television special, Boot Barn 2024 Fashion Show that aired on Hulu and Roku.

David’s passion extends to social issues, especially those involving women’s rights and racial equality. He has served on the boards of the YWCA Board of Directors, Pepperdine University Board of Visitors, and the SEARCH Foundation Board of Directors. Fischette has also been a frequent speaker at numerous industry conference speaking on creativity. He was also invited to speak to over 1500 delegates, from 65 countries at the United Nations, as part of a panel on Gender Equity. Check the author's social media: Instagram X