About Me

Tom Catalano is an author and presenter. His fiction ranges from urban science fiction and psychological suspense to feel-good stories of ordinary folks in peculiar situations. His poems are often humorous taking a lighthearted look at everyday events. His books are sold worldwide. Tom also gives poetry presentations at schools, churches, libraries, community events, and clubs.

tom Catalano

ENGAGING POET, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR, PUBLIC SPEAKER

I am a full-time writer, but unlike a lot of authors, I don’t stay within one genre. I write fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and witty quotes. Novels, short stories, and Christmas books. Funny rhymes, sentimental poems, and faith-inspiring poems. Some books are intended for adults, while others are for teens and children. I like to say that I have a book for every member of the family!

WHY I DO IT

Writing poetry is fun! Reading it should be fun too. I wish I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard someone say that they didn’t like poetry. When I share my poetry with them they smile and say, “But I like your poetry.” That’s because it’s easy to relate to and a lot of it is humorous. I write fiction because a storyline will come to mind and I want to capture it. If it intrigues me, I know it will intrigue my readers.

WHY MY POEMS (USUALLY) RHYME

They flow well and the reader gets drawn into them quickly and easily. I also enjoy the challenge of creating just the right rhyming structure.

WHAT MY POEMS ARE ABOUT

They are about life. Things that happen to us every day, like our jobs, families, and hobbies. Our likes, dislikes, and quirks. And everything in between.

BOOKS FOR CHILDREN, PRE-TEENS, AND TEENS

Younger children love the silly and funny poems in, ‘Rhymes For Kids.’ Pre-teens and teens enjoy the funny and relatable poems in, ‘Jelly In My Belly’ and ‘Rhymes For Teens.’

POEMS FOR THE FAITHFUL

I co-wrote the book, ‘Poems For His Glory,’ with my daughter Emma Catalano. The poems are very uplifting and inspiring for anyone who feels the love, caring, and forgiveness of God – or who would like to.

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH MY POEMS

Expect to laugh – a lot. You’ll also feel sentimental as you stroll down memory lane.

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH MY FICTION

Expect the unexpected. Most of my stories are science fiction and psychological suspense. Ordinary people doing ordinary things…with a surprising turn of events with which they have to contend.

I GIVE POETRY PRESENTATIONS

I love speaking at public and private schools, churches, libraries, bookstores, and events.

I love speaking at public and private schools, churches, libraries, bookstores, and events. I show students and adults how much fun poetry can be. Presentations are specifically tailored to the audience. See the Poetry Presentations page for details.