Harmony Bay
A modern day mystery, drawn from covert events of the American Revolution, weaves through the story.
Harmony Bay offers an adventurous slice of waterfront life where a modern-day mystery is drawn from covert events of the American Revolution. This sweet and compelling novel is a perfect read for anyone seeking a blend of history, romance, and small-town charm.
The story centers on Dory, a single mother, and her son, James, as they discover the unique community of Harmony Bay. The town, with its bayside setting and surrounding hills, is vividly brought to life through Gahan's detailed descriptions of boating, fishing, and aquatic life, revealing both the physical beauty and the psychological makeup of its fictional inhabitants.
Colorful Characters and Life Lessons
James' character is forged by his adventures in Harmony Bay, learning a new lesson about life each day—from harrowing, life-and-death experiences on the water to youthful forays into the surrounding hills.
He encounters many wonderful individuals who shape his story, including:
Billy, an intellectual recluse and a physically powerful man with a snowy white beard, whose mysterious nature inspires local speculation. Billy is always accompanied by his magnificent Newfoundland retriever, Angus, and a beautiful white mare named Chloe.
Jake Kane, the local marine biologist and hero, who sweeps Dory off her feet, adding a central element of romance. James learns a great deal from Jake and the dozens of other colorful inhabitants of this amazing waterfront community.
Written for a wide audience, Harmony Bay has been selected as required reading at various high schools and chosen by numerous book clubs for its broad appeal and examination of small-town life.
Christmas Pieces
Christmas Short Stories, Holiday Stories, Historical, Advent, Wholesome, Family-Friendly, Multicultural, Secular, Christian, Romance, Tradition
Christmas Pieces is a unique compilation of 24 historical fiction short stories, with one story written for each day of Advent leading up to Christmas.
Spanning locations across America, the collection offers readers a view of various ethnic cultures and the diverse ways they celebrate the Christmas season. While rooted in holiday traditions, the stories can be enjoyed year-round for their rich historical content.
The tone of the collection ranges from fun and whimsical to more serious and dramatic, with some stories including elements of romance.
Written by Tom Gahan for a wide audience, Christmas Pieces is wholesome and family-friendly, appealing to both secular and Christian themes. The content is free of violence, profanity, or disturbing themes, making it suitable for children and sensitive readers.
This acclaimed book was an Amazon Number One New Release.
Tom Gahan is a versatile writer whose career has run the gamut from newspaper columnist and feature writer to corporate speechwriter. His freelance work has helped shape the image of numerous corporate clients across various industries.
As a novelist, Gahan’s book, Harmony Bay, earned him a spot on the international list of authors at Goodreads.com: "Writers You Should Get to Know." The novel was later adopted as required reading at several schools. His second book, a collection of twenty-four historical fiction stories set during Christmas, quickly became an Amazon Number One New Release. Gahan has also regularly lectured on the craft of writing at colleges, universities, and high schools.
Beyond his literary work, Gahan is widely known as the creator of New York State’s largest outdoor music festival. This major civic accomplishment brought him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Gold Key Award from his hometown Chamber of Commerce and two citations from the U.S. Congress. For his humanitarian work, he was named 2009's Civic Leader of the Year.
Gahan was a founding member of the Long Island Authors and Writers Society and is currently the President Emeritus of that organization. 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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