Birth of the Angel
The Covid Murders Mystery
Book One of Two
“Brilliant & Sophisticated Thriller”
Death of Television
The Covid Murders Mystery
Book Two of Two
AVAILABLE NOW!
“Hopping from foot to foot for Book Two!”
ALL THE NEWS THAT FITS
Welcome 2025!
It’s January, 2025 – and here in Vermont we’ve already had a month of snow, a lot of rain (which melted the snow), sub-zero nights, forty-degree days – and tonight – more snow is predicted! Happy New Year to all – hoping we can all peacefully navigate the changing cycles of the year ahead…. For […]
...It’s Finally Spring in Vermont!
That wonderful time of year is here – when mud season is forgotten, the trees are suddenly alive and green, and all things wake up! For those who’ve asked (and thank you very much!) – Book Three is coming along well! And thank you to Bridgeside Books (in Waterbury, Vermont) for hosting Indie Bookstore Day […]
...A New Review!
“ BIRTH OF THE ANGEL by Conal O’Brien is a chilling murder-mystery (based on the true-story of a Boston art heist) that speeds between the sandy dunes and docks of Eastern Long Island, and the little pockets of modern Manhattan that seem to be in a perpetual state of vanishing. Cops in tight conversations over […]
...A New Review!
“Very Engaging! So, I just finished “Death of Television”, the 2nd book in the two-book murder/mystery series by Conal O’Brien. I really liked the first book, “Birth of the Angel” but liked this second one even more. “Death of Television” will grab you and pull you in with all its twists and turns […]
...READERS FAVORITE !
Thank you K.C. Finn for the brand new, Five Star Review of BIRTH OF THE ANGEL ! I so appreciate it, Conal
...Welcome WCAX Viewers !
Thank you for taking a look at my website! Go to LINKS to see my recent Walkabout Podcasts. Each of the episodes is about five minutes long, with of photos and videos of the amazing NYC locations used in my books. They were lots of fun to make. Hope you enjoy, – Conal
...New Podcast Links
Go to LINKS and checkout the Bookbinder YouTube channel (that’s me!). There, you will find lots of new videos, including: NYC Walkabout: Lucy Dhegrae and I visit the famous ANSONIA (Hotel) – one of the many NYC locations used in my books, and my WDEV Radio interview on Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland. I hope […]
...Great New Mystery, Very Cinematic!
“I loved part two of this murder mystery series! I finished it very quickly and was totally surprised by the ending. Loved how the author wove it all together. Can’t wait for more books in this series following the stolen objects of the Gardner Museum in Boston. Highly recommended!” “☆☆☆☆☆5 out of 5 stars – […]
...Book Signing! Saturday, Nov. 19th: eleven-to-one
at Bridgeside Books in Waterbury. This is a gem of a bookstore! And Waterbury, if you are considering coming, is a charming Vermont town with great places to eat – like The Reservoir, and Prohibition Pig; and fun, eclectic shops – like The Emporium – and Bridgeside Books. Where I’ll be on Saturday, the 19th. Hope […]
...On the shelves at BRIDGESIDE BOOKS, Waterbury, Vermont !
And I will be there for a book signing on November 19th. Please check back here for details. Thank you Katya and Jenna !
...Birth of the Angel
The sales numbers from the summer just arrived… Thank you Dear Readers for your support! And for all the great reviews and 5-star ratings (bless you!!) on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and GoodReads…. I so appreciate your taking the time and your kind words. Our weather in Vermont has turned cooler, and everywhere the trees […]
...One month in:
Birth of the Angel was released on May 20th! Thank you everyone for your support and encouragement! 11:31 tonight is the summer solstice – the longest moment of the longest day of the year. And it feels, after the year behind us, all the more to be a time for new beginnings. Book Two – […]
...Thank you Readers!
Birth of the Angel is official! The book is officially released on Thursday, May 20th! Pre-sales have been very good! Thank you all very much, Conal
...Hello New Readers
I’m pleased to report that advance sales of Birth of the Angel, Book One of Two: The COVID Murders Mystery are going really well! Thank you to everyone! We are one month away from the official release date. Here in Vermont, spring is dueling with the last snows of a northern winter- but still – […]
...Release Date Set
On February 27th the first copies of Birth of the Angel arrived here in Vermont! The cover is just what I was hoping for…. and to hold your first book in your hands is a truly wonderful feeling. A curious note about timing: The events of Book One of The COVID Murders Mystery begin on […]
...Birth of the Angel, The COVID Murders Mystery: Book One of Two, by Conal O’Brien
An update: The good news is that the book is ‘out’. If you go, for example, to amazon.com – and type in Birth of the Angel, Conal O’Brien – you will see the book cover! And can Pre-order it as an ebook. BUT (and because I am following the advice of those who know best): […]
...Birth of the Angel : The COVID Murders Mystery: Book One of Two
Pre-Sales Begin! The COVID Murders Mystery: Book One of Two From Bookbinder Books Go to: amazon, and type in: Birth of the Angel, Conal O’Brien and you’ll be able to see the final cover of the book! Pre-sales are now possible – in eBook form – But so you know: The release date is set […]
...Birth of the Angel
The COVID Murders Mystery: Book One of Two Coming to Bookshop.org soon! Conal O’Brien
...1/21/21
Okay, that’s a date that looks good in print! An update: Birth of the Angel, Book One of The COVID Murders Mystery – will be out in February – because complications of the corona-virus have impacted the Publisher’s schedule. It’s curious how these things work out. The story the book tells begins in late February […]
...Bookbinder Books Update !
A few minutes ago I sent the final version of Birth of the Angel off for formatting! We are on track for publication in January. Printed books will be available online from Bookshop, and as eBooks anywhere they are sold. So, coming soon. The COVID Murders Mystery: Book One of Two, Birth of the Angel
...Birth of the Angel
The process of publishing has been an exciting eye-opener. Each step is involved and meticulous, which I enjoy so much. By the end of this week, the final manuscript of the first book will be sent off for formatting and marketing. Birth of the Angel will soon be available as e-book and in print. And […]
...Books by Friends
You may know that B.H. Barry has won Tony, Drama Desk, and Obie awards as a famous Fight Director for stage and screen. But do you know about his books? Fights for Shakespeare is one of my favorites. He describes his amazing process of creating the action scenes in many productions of Macbeth and Hamlet […]
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Conal O’Brien
Conal O’Brien is an award-winning television director, graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, and a long-time resident of New York, Los Angeles, and most recently, Vermont.
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In March 1990 the world-famous Gardner Museum in Boston was robbed.
The thirteen pieces have never been found.
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