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A Brutal and frank story of a gifted young man’s spiral into despair. Set in the mid-1990s, standup comic Mikey has it all: an agent who books him the biggest gigs, friends, minor fame, and a family who supports him. All Mikey can focus on when he returns home to Minnesota from a lengthy road trip are the things he’s lost. When he attempts to replace those losses with deranged and damaging behavior, he must face and deal with the cruelest enemy–the past.
The Tao of Apathy is a satirical rump through the modern workplace. The book takes place at a hospital and looks at life from the perspective of multiple employees. There are stupid bosses you’ll love to hate and ridiculous rules created for the shear joy of red tape. The author takes you on a ride, to see what if anything will change for these workers, culminating with some surprising twists. I enjoyed meeting the cast of characters in this book and sharing their experiences. Thomas Cannon did a good job bringing humor to the sometimes frustrating reality of work.

Gathered here are Thomas Cannon’s short stories that have been published over the years. It is an eclectic collection with a few fantasy stories near the end of the book. The title story, Alternate Forms of Life, is a story the author treasures writing. Alexander, the main character, has Aspergers’ and showcases that people on the autism spectrum are complex people with value. That is not to say Alexander is an accurate representation. For conflict and humor reasons, he does have some stereotypical behavior. The intent is that people with autism and those with loved ones on the autism scale will connect to some of the things Alexander says, does, and experience. Some stories came from a single idea. Hammerschlagen combines the ideas of someone throwing her cigarette in the same spot every day and seeing the game Hammerschlagen played in a beer tent. Seven Questions was a response to the writing prompt: “The three witches are blowing this way.” Blue Tarp came from Cannon seeing an online auction for half of a manufactured home.

Please consider purchasing my books from other places:

Alternate Forms of Life https://books2read.com/u/bMnnPA

Love, Story https://books2read.com/u/br6oez

Parts of Me (Short Stories) https://books2read.com/u/mKAwXZ

Ten years. A decade of love, laughter, and shared dreams. But Sally, a talented furniture maker, senses a storm brewing in her seemingly perfect marriage to Wes, an artist on the cusp of fame. Convinced his newfound success will eclipse her and their life together, she acts on her premonition, forcing Wes out of their home.

As Wes navigates the whirlwind of his newfound celebrity, Sally grapples with the loneliness of her own success and the fear of losing the man she loves. Caught in the crossfire are their circle of friends, their beloved Chicago, and the art that has always bound them together.

Will their shared past and the city that witnessed their love story be enough to mend their broken hearts, or has Sally’s fear irrevocably shattered their future?”

Dive into the messy, beautiful, and often surprising world of human connection in Thomas Cannon’s captivating collection of short stories.

From the unexpected romance between a jaded businessman and a devoted caregiver to the forbidden love between a priest and a choir singer, these stories explore the complexities of relationships with poignant honesty.

Witness the struggles of a recovering alcoholic grappling with his faith, the unlikely attraction between a buttoned-up carpooler and a former cheerleader, and the explosive consequences of an anger management class for a divorcing couple.

Experience the bittersweet joy of second chances, the pain of loss and the power of forgiveness, and the enduring strength of unexpected connections.

Here’s a book blurb for Thomas Cannon’s collection of short stories:

Dive into the messy, beautiful, and often surprising world of human connection in Thomas Cannon’s captivating collection of short stories.

From the unexpected romance between a jaded businessman and a devoted caregiver to the forbidden love between a priest and a choir singer, these stories explore the complexities of relationships with poignant honesty.

Witness the struggles of a recovering alcoholic grappling with his faith, the unlikely attraction between a buttoned-up carpooler and a former cheerleader, and the explosive consequences of an anger management class for a divorcing couple.

Experience the bittersweet joy of second chances, the pain of loss and the power of forgiveness, and the enduring strength of unexpected connections.

Thomas Cannon’s masterful storytelling will leave you pondering the nuances of love, loss, and the human condition long after you turn the final page.

The Tao of Apathy https://books2read.com/u/4N7kDJ

Here’s a blurb for “The Tao of Apathy”:

In a world obsessed with hustle and grind, discover the liberating power of apathy.

“The Tao of Apathy” is a subversive guide to cultivating a healthy disregard for the demands of modern life. Through insightful anecdotes and philosophical musings, this book explores the art of:

  • Embracing stillness: Finding peace amidst the chaos and learning to appreciate the beauty of doing nothing.
  • Resisting the urge to achieve: Letting go of the pressure to succeed and finding joy in the present moment.
  • Cultivating indifference: Learning to detach from the opinions and expectations of others.
  • Reclaiming your time: Breaking free from the tyranny of to-do lists and prioritizing what truly matters.

“The Tao of Apathy” is not about becoming lazy or unproductive. It’s about reclaiming your inner peace and finding true fulfillment in a world that constantly demands more.

This book is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected from their true selves.

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