by Thomas M. Atkinson (Author)
A gritty yet heartwarming tale of found family in the Florida backwoods.
Pere ekes out a living in central Florida, his life upended when his girlfriend's drug sentence leaves him caring for her ten-year-old daughter, Tammy. Amidst the challenges of poverty and addiction, an unlikely bond forms between Pere and Tammy as they navigate life on the margins. Can this makeshift family find hope and redemption in a world that seems determined to keep them down?
Tiki Man is for readers who appreciate character-driven literary fiction with a strong sense of place. Fans of social commentary and stories about resilience will find themselves drawn to this unflinching yet tender portrayal of life on the fringes of society. Discover a story of hope, love, and the enduring power of human connection.
Author Biography
Thomas M. Atkinson is a writer and playwright from southern Ohio. His short stories have been anthologized in the US, UK, and Ireland, and have appeared in The Sun, December, Southern Indiana Review, North American Review, Tampa Review, Madison Review, Doubleback Review, Indiana Review and others. His novels include Strobe Life and Tiki Man. His fiction and drama have received numerous awards, including five Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Awards. www.thomasmatkinson.com
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.4 x 5.4 IN
Publication Date: October 15, 2021
