About

The Creative Side

When you read my stories, I want you to think unique thoughts and I want you to feel powerful emotions. But mostly, I want you to experience a vivid and unbroken reader’s dream.

The Business Side

The Personal Side

In addition to writing, creating custom furniture and advocating for a unique solution to global clean energy needs are my main avocations. Linda and I enjoy bicycling, camping, reading, jigsaw puzzles, and a cool dark beer most evenings. Just the one, you know.

Along with family and friends, I also love Miniature Schnauzers in particular, and animals in general. My elder writing companions, sweet Bandit and Murphy both passed peacefully in my arms in recent years. During the pandemic, Jenny, a white and gray kitten came into our lives from the local animal shelter. More recently, Jake, a black Schnauzer puppy joined the Mahan Menagerie. Jenny and Jake are learning to be friends and hopefully one day soon, they’ll be my new writing companions, too.

DREAM : DESIGN : DO – The need to produce something for others to use and enjoy has always been strong in me. I’ve designed manufacturing tools, built furniture and websites, and now I’m writing novels and short stories. Some will be inspired by my Irish heritage and country upbringing, some by my fascination with engineering and science, and some by my vivid–and sometimes dark–imagination. The stories from that last bit will likely scare all of us.

We’ve lived in Ohio, Michigan, Georgia, California, and now we’re back in Michigan. From the progression of the first four states, you might guess that I don’t like being cold. But the pull of family is strong. After all, nothing is more important than the people, the kittens and the pups we hold near and dear.

All the best,
Rob