Step back to the '60s with Author Pat Black-Gould & Co-Author Steve Hardiman -All the Broken Angels!

Talking to Pat Black-Gould was such a breath of fresh air! The conversation flowed effortlessly, and I felt like I could have chatted with Pat for hours on end. Pat Black-Gould is not just an accomplished author and speaker; she’s also a clinical psychologist who brings her unique perspectives to life through her writing. Her remarkable novel, "All the Broken Angels," co-authored with Steve Hardiman, delves into a gripping family saga set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, honoring the brave veterans and their families she had worked with throughout her career. In addition to her adult fiction, Pat has penned a touching children's book titled "The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey," which narrates the poignant tale of a hidden child during the Holocaust. Her short stories have graced numerous literary anthologies and online platforms, reflecting her deep commitment to themes of compassion, inclusion, and diversity. A sought-after speaker, Pat travels the nation conducting engaging presentations on these vital subjects and has been featured on WSRE PBS TV's "Conversations with Jeff Weeks." She also leads insightful workshops on marketing and the art of writing. With a rich background in theater as a director and producer for a New England summer stock company, along with a murder mystery dinner theater, Pat’s creativity knows no bounds. Her outstanding contributions to literature have earned her the prestigious 2025 Feathered Quill Literary Award; 2024 Indies Today Award for Historical Fiction 2024 Digital Book Today Literary Award for Historical Fiction; 2024 Royal Palm Literary Award Winner from the Florida Writers Association. Meet Steve Hardiman! Steve with a rich background as an IT and communications consultant, as well as a talk-radio host and producer, Steve's expertise extends to writing ghostwritten nonfiction articles featured as cover stories in various industrial trade publications, along with scripts for over seventy instructional videos. "All The Broken Angels" marks his debut into the world of published fiction. This captivating novel dives deep into themes of love, loss, and the unyielding spirit of a generation, leaving a lasting impression that lingers well after the last page has turned. Journey with Cate and Albie, the inseparable cousins and best friends growing up in 1960s New Jersey, under the watchful eyes of their family and strict Catholic school nuns. Their bond seems unbreakable—until the Vietnam War shakes their world, pulling them apart. Albie's unwavering faith and sense of patriotism led him to enlist, setting the stage for a transformative adventure. "All The Broken Angels" isn't just a historical fiction novel; it's an award-winning tale of two cousins, two path navigating their paths through an unforgettable era. Fueled by his deep sense of faith and love for his country, Albie joins the military and is assigned to a base known as Paradise, nestled along the South China Sea. You read more about Pat and Steven's book "All The Broken Angels" at https://bit.ly/AllTheBrokenAngels This book was published by Green Grotto Press and is available worldwide in all formats such as Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DD8WD5CT or visit Pat's website at https://patblackgould.com/ You can follow Pat Black-Gould on all social media platforms as Pat Black-Gould. If you would like to book Mark you can contact Mickey Mikkelson, Publicist - 403.464.6925 Thank you for listening to and supporting the podcast. If you want to be heard email mscaramellucas@gmail.com or follow me on Instagram @mscaramellucas - TikTok @caramellucas - Facebook - Caramel Lucas