Books with author Tad Harvey

The decade of the 1980s has been called the Decade of Decadence. Decadence is defined as "the act or process of falling into an inferior condition or state; deterioration; decay" or my favorite, "unrestrained or excessive self-indulgence." For a decade that brought us Cabbage Patch Kids, Garbage Pail Kids, leg-warmers and New Wave, was it really self-indulgence?! For one kid growing up in the Central Valley of California, it was a time of self-discovery . . . a transformation from a kid, to a teenager, to a young adult . . . his growing up years. At times utterly hilarious, at times poignant and powerful, Tom relives his teenage years in this true-to-the-last-word memoir. Where were you when John Lennon died? When the Space Shuttle blew up? When Lawrence Taylor ended Joe Theisman's career on live TV? When the Loma Prieta earthquake rocked Game 3 of the 1989 World Series? Tom will tell you where he was and what it meant to him. You'll also hear about first kisses, first loves, a joke about your Uranus, avoiding fistfights, the joys of minimum-wage jobs, college roommates, and WHOLE LOT MORE. If you're one of the 70 million Americans who can claim at least one teen year in the decade, you can relate to the era . . . if your kids can't understand your fondness for your Breakfast Club and Princess Bride DVDs, this book may teach them a thing or two about YOUR growing up years. Go ahead, say the word "bitchen" outloud. Yeah, it was a bitchen time, the Eighties . . . (and, yeah, the word can be spelled "bitchen" or "bitchin'" - the author prefers the former . . . )Tom's second book, "Don't Fight With the Garden Hose and Other Lessons I've Learned Along the Way" is now available!

With his debut memoir, "The Eighties: A Bitchen Time To Be a Teenager!" enjoying success, Tom now turns his attention on lessons he's learned during his 45 crazy years as a member of the human race.24 chapters of poignancy, humor, and poignant humor. Chapters include, "That the Paul David Hewson urinal?" - "Brushes with the spirit world aka WTF was that?" - "Don't mess with a mother's love, or Don't be a d*ck to your little sister!" You're sure to have a favorite!Prepare to laugh and cry . . . sometimes at the same time!

2012 Pacific Northwest Writer's Association Literary Contest Finalist for Nonfiction/Memoir, Unpublished Work. The decade of the 1980s has been called the Decade of Decadence. Decadence is defined as "the act or process of falling into an inferior condition or state; deterioration; decay" or my favorite, "unrestrained or excessive self-indulgence." For a decade that brought us Cabbage Patch Kids, Garbage Pail Kids, leg-warmers and New Wave, was it really self-indulgence?! For one kid growing up in the Central Valley of California, it was a time of self-discovery . . . a transformation from a kid, to a teenager, to a young adult . . . his growing up years. At times utterly hilarious, at times poignant and powerful, Tom relives his teenage years in this true-to-the-last-word memoir. Where were you when John Lennon died? When the Space Shuttle blew up? When Lawrence Taylor ended Joe Theisman's career on live TV? When the Loma Prieta earthquake rocked Game 3 of the 1989 World Series? Tom will tell you where he was and what it meant to him. You'll also hear about first kisses, first loves, a joke about your Uranus, the joys of minimum-wage jobs, college roommates, and WHOLE LOT MORE. If you're one of the 70 million Americans who can claim at least one teen year in the decade, you can relate to the era . . . if your kids can't understand your fondness for your Breakfast Club and Princess Bride DVDs, this book may teach them a thing or two about YOUR growing up years. Go ahead, say the word "bitchen" outloud. Yeah, it was a bitchen time, the Eighties . . . Tom's second book, "Don't Fight With the Garden Hose and Other Lessons I've Learned Along the Way" is now available!

Magic, is a type of illusion that makes us feel that looks supernatural in ordinary means. With spectacular performances, the magicians take us to an extra ordinary world. Through magic, the audience are brought to a fictional world of wonder where nothing bad happens and all dangers vanish when the magician retrieves his assistant safe and sound after being cut in two or escapes himself from an imminent danger. There are many legendary magicians who gave magic new dimensions and drive in revolutionary changes o the contemporary magic. Here we have made a brief attempt to throw light on these eminent magicians like Harry Houdini, David Copperfield, Chris Angel and more…

Magic, is a type of illusion that makes us feel that looks supernatural in ordinary means. With spectacular performances, the magicians take us to an extra ordinary world. Through magic, the audience are brought to a fictional world of wonder where nothing bad happens and all dangers vanish when the magician retrieves his assistant safe and sound after being cut in two or escapes himself from an imminent danger. There are many legendary magicians who gave magic new dimensions and drive in revolutionary changes o the contemporary magic. Here we have made a brief attempt to throw light on these eminent magicians like Harry Houdini, David Copperfield, Chris Angel and more…

With his debut memoir, "The Eighties: A Bitchen Time To Be a Teenager!" enjoying success, Tom now turns his attention on lessons he's learned during his 45 crazy years as a member of the human race. 24 chapters of poignancy, humor, and poignant humor. Chapters include, "That the Paul David Hewson urinal?" - "Brushes with the spirit world aka WTF was that?" - "Don't mess with a mother's love, or Don't be a d*ck to your little sister!" You're sure to have a favorite! Prepare to laugh and cry . . . sometimes at the same time!

Following the meteorite strike on earth, the hunt for disgraced Martian President Octavius Snook is taken over by the ruthless alien Special Investigation Team – known as SPINT. Jimmy, Jo and DD are caught up in the investigation along with their schoolmates and reclusive galactic rock star Johnny Firelight. Events come to a head on a school geography field trip to the mining town of Community 76 where the miners are in a brutal dispute over the use of androids. This leads to tragedy, a desperate race through the labyrinth of underground tunnels surrounding the mine and confrontation with the native Martians. Join Jimmy, Jo and DD in the second thrilling episode of the Jimmy O’Brien Saga. (See also Jimmy O'Brien and the Meteorite of Death)

When earth is threatened by a meteorite strike, a massive evacuation takes place to get as many children as possible to safety. Jimmy O’Brien, a 13 year old Arsenal fan, ends up with his eccentric artist aunt on Mars. There, much to his dismay, he has to attend school at Eastlands Academy where he immediately falls foul of tyrannical Head Tutor Dr Denvil Thrang and clashes with notorious bully Dean Briggflatt. However, it is while he is exploring the dramatic Martian canyons with his new friends Jo and DD that he uncovers a blackmail plot that will lead to the discovery of a dreadful secret, and climaxes in a life or death chase to uncover the truth.

The Rat in the Red Truck is a true story that appeals to children of all ages. It is a lighthearted story about a wily rat who beats Poppa at every turn. Life on Ennis mountain is full of adventure with bears and swans and skunks and rats. It is an outdoor playhouse for all the kids who visit and enjoy the wilderness. There is never a dull moment on the mountain.

Guido, The Swan with An Attitude is another true life adventure on Ennis Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Ennis Mountain is an outdoor playhouse for all the kids who visit and enjoy the wilderness. There is never a dull moment on the mountain. In this story Guido starts out as an awnry, angry swan who falls in love with his new mate Bella. But their new life is shattered by a Great Blue Heron who attacks Guido and his family. We are left with the memory of Guido's heroics to save his family, and the promise that...there is a little bit of Guido in all of us.

Top Dog is a heart warming story about a dog's life on Ennis Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Jackson walks on the property trailing Fr Michael and decides never to leave. At the same time he walked right into our hearts. Top Dog is the 3rd book in the Ennis Mountain Trilogy that highlights the exciting times on the mountain. There is adventure, lots of fun, some sad moments, and many life lessons for all. Come and meet the many faces of Ennis Mountain.