Author Archives: David Healey

Shore Stories NPR Interview

I had the honor of being featured on the Eastern Shore of Maryland’s NPR affiliate WHCP as part of their “Shore Stories” segment. I talked a bit about my books and also about the Eastern Shore Writers Book Festival, which … Continue reading

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Fall & Winter Book Events 2025

Coming up this holiday season, I’ll be taking part in a few book signings, some with other regional authors. Maybe you can join us … my newest books are Righteous Sniper and Samurai & Snipers. I’ll also be glad to … Continue reading

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This is the online home of David Healey, author of thrilling historical fiction and regional histories.  You can also get your free Caje Cole story by sending an email to david@davidhealeyauthor.com with the subject line “My free story” Recent releases … Continue reading

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Join us for a book signing

Since the closing of the Old Gray Mare gift shop, which is dearly missed, Susan and Bailey at The Mercantile at Back Creek have been kind enough to carry my local books. We’re having sort of a “kick off” book … Continue reading

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Beachside Book Festival coming up!

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The novelist next door

Exciting News! As we approach the much-anticipated release of RIGHTEOUS SNIPER, a riveting tale set during the Battle of the Bulge, I’m thrilled to share that a local publication has spotlighted my books in a fantastic article! The Battle of … Continue reading

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Fall and holiday book events 2024

‘Tis the season for book signings because we all know that books make some of the best gifts. Plus, it’s just nice to get out from behind the keyboard and see actual people. Cecil County Public Library, Elkton Branch, Book … Continue reading

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How to get started writing video

I’ve made a few Youtube videos over the years, mainly to promote books, but “video production” isn’t my strongpoint. I’m more of a words guy. That said, I sat down the other day and recorded this brief video on getting … Continue reading

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D-Day memories 80 years later

Back in July 1998 I went to see the new Tom Hanks’ film “Saving Private Ryan” with a group of Cecil County (Maryland) veterans who had been at D-Day. The idea was to get a reaction to the film from … Continue reading

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Storytelling from Delmarva Legends & Lore

Cannibals, duelists, mapmakers and Redcoats! I’ll be telling stories about local Legends & Lore on October 19, 6:30 pm at the Elkton MD public library. Join us for some entertaining and intriguing Delmarva history. The sign-up link is below. https://www.cecilcountylibrary.org/event/delmarva-legends-lore-0

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