Blog Posts Thomas Cannon Author

  • Alienation and Standup Comedy

    Alienation and Standup Comedy

    The novel “Shattered” by Thomas Cannon explores themes of alienation and emotional pain through the character Mikey Haskell, a standup comedian. It draws on personal experiences, societal issues like abortion, and influences from literature.

  • Why ‘Happy Wife, Happy Life’ Still Rings True

    Why ‘Happy Wife, Happy Life’ Still Rings True

    I tried to reword an often given piece of advice Of course the original is the most succint: Happy wife happy life. I was in a mood, so this was my attempt to do it snarky and maybe funny. The secret to a marriage is these two things: Accept everything your wife says is smart…

  • We can be Tough and Kind

    “Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the figure of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough.”–Franklin D. Roosevelt

  • Alternate Forms of Life is not Sci Fi (mostly)

    Alternate Forms of Life is not Sci Fi (mostly)

    “Alternate Forms of Life” features Alexander, a character with Asperger’s, exploring the complexities of autism through personal struggles and unique interests, emphasizing the value of individuals on the spectrum.

  • Alternate Forms of Life

    When I decided to create a anthology of my published short stories, the title came to me quickly. One of my favorite stories is Alternate Forms of Life. It is about a kid with Aspergers paired with a grumpy, bitter guy. I have a kid with autism and I have worked with many kids with…