This is the book I wrote to accompany my new album, The Forth Branch, in an effort to both embody and contribute to the fourth branch of government, the People's Press. Through a combination of song and the written word, The Forth Branch is meant to serve as a reminder that we are all connected and that a successful community requires compassion and co-operation. Written, recorded, handwritten, typewritten, drawn (with some help from the lovely Amy Rowland @ https://www.etsy.com/shop/AbraKayDabra), typewritten again, edited (with some help from the lovely Bettie Jean Vance) and published by yours truly, I've put countless hours and even more love into this project and I hope you all love it as much as I have! Purchase of the print version includes a free download of the entire album (though you have to email me at timothpatrick@gmail.com to receive your code, or buy a handmade copy with instant download at bandcamp)