Harmony Bay
A modern day mystery, drawn from covert events of the American Revolution, weaves through the story.
An adventurous slice of waterfront life where mystery surrounds history. A sweet story with likeable characters. If you're looking for a pleasant read about a single mom and her son discovering the charm of a small town, mixed with bits of history, romance and adventure, this one's for you! Gahan uses vivid descriptions of the details of boating, fishing and aquatic life, as well as the physical and psychological makeup of this fictional bayside community. Relationships combine with places to play a part in James' life story. James' character is forged by events and his adventures in Harmony Bay. From harrowing life and death experiences on the water to forays into the surrounding hills, each day dawns with a new lesson about life. The boy encounters many wonderful individuals in his new home town. Among them are a magnificent Newfoundland retriever dog named Angus--and Chloe, a beautiful white mare. Angus' master Billy is a kindly closet intellectual and philosophizer who is a physically powerful man strong enough to split firewood with a single blow of his ancient axe. His snowy white beard and recluse nature causes speculation about his identity. Marine biologist Jake Kane is the local hero who sweeps Dory off her feet, adding an element of romance to the story. James learns a great deal from Jake and the dozens of other colorful inhabitants of this amazing waterfront community. Harmony Bay, written for a wide audience that appeals to many levels, examines a slice of small-town life. A modern day mystery, drawn from covert events of the American Revolution, weaves through the story.
Christmas Pieces
Christmas Short Stories, Holiday Stories, Historical, Advent, Wholesome, Family-Friendly, Multicultural, Secular, Christian, Romance, Tradition
Christmas Pieces – 24 Historical Fiction Short Stories Surrounding Christmas is a compilation of stories that take place across America and offers the reader a view of various ethnic cultures and how they celebrate Christmas. Although they are stories that include Christmas holiday traditions, they can also be read throughout the year and enjoyed for their historical content. Tom Gahan wrote one story for each of the twenty-four days of Advent leading up to Christmas. Various stories are fun and whimsical, others are more serious. Some have an element of romance, others do not. Christmas Pieces is written for a wide audience. It is wholesome and family-friendly with secular and Christian themes alike. The content is free of violence, profanity, or disturbing themes that is suitable for children and sensitive readers.
As a writer, Tom Gahan has run the gamut from newspaper columnist to feature writer to speechwriter. His freelance writing has helped build the image of various corporate clients. Gahan's novel, Harmony Bay, led to him being added to an international list of authors at goodreads.com, "Writers You Should Get to Know." Additionally, many know him as the creator of NY State's largest outdoor music festival. This accomplishment earned Gahan accolades and numerous awards including the prestigious Gold Key Award from his hometown Chamber of Commerce and two citations from the U.S. Congress. He was also named 2009's Civic Leader of the Year for his humanitarian work in the community.He lives on Long Island's East End in New York.
Tom's Events :
October 19, 2024 - Private Book Launch Reception
October 26, 2024 – Public Book Launch – 2:30 – 4:30 PM - Digger’s Ales & Eats, 58 West Main St., Riverhead NY
November 2, 2024 – Meet the Author and Book Signing 2 PM - Hampton Bays Public Library, Hampton Bays NY
November 19, 2024 - Author’s Talk and Book Signing 12:15 PM - Mattituck Presbyterian Church, Mattituck NY
November 30, 2024 - Tom Gahan will read select stories from his new release - Christmas Pieces - 24 Historical Fiction Stories Surrounding Christmas at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 and 4 PM in the historic circa 1760- 1780 one-room school house on the grounds of the Mattituck Laurel Historical Society. Santa Claus will be on hand from 2 - 4 PM. Tree lighting and carolling at dusk. Books will be available for purchase. http://www.mlhistoricalsociety.org/calendar/
December 5, 2024 - Meet the Author and Author’s Talk 2 PM - Riverhead Public Library, Riverhead NY
December 7, 2024 – Meet the Author, Book Signings and Readings by the Author – 11 AM – 3 PM, readings at noon and 2 PM - A Book Place 489 East Main Street Riverhead NY
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