Books published by Gatekeeper Press

Brooklyn Bred is a memoir. It recounts the history of his life from age 2 to 81. Born into a dysfunctional family with a mentally unstable mother and an absentee alcoholic father. The author was homeless in Brooklyn at age six, sleeping in churches and stealing food to survive. From 1944 to 1952 he sells newspapers and shines shoes in Brooklyn to provide for food and pay the $17 monthly rent. In 1952, his mother sits the author and his sister at the kitchen table and calmly tells them "I love you, but I am going to kill you now...don't worry, you are good children and you will go straight to Heaven". With butcher knife in hand, she chases the author and his sister 11 long blocks thru Brooklyn right into the 94 Police Precinct where she attacks the officer at the desk. Mrs. Garrahan is taken to Bellevue Hospital. She is confinded to Brooklyn State Hospital for the Criminally Insane for 9 years. The author graduates from high school, and studies at seven universities, receiving a Masters degree from Lehigh University and a Doctoral degree from Columbia University. He conducts research on addiction and publishes numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, as well as four books. Dr. Garrahan has been honored twice in Rose Garden ceremonies at the White House. He is the recipient of several awards and honors. His memoir is a the history of a life from 'rags to riches'.

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In the wake of the Civil War, a group of widows and freed slaves, bishops and soldiers, unite to rebuild a school in Sewanee, Tennessee. Some have come to enjoy their newfound freedom while others must find meaning in their losses. Over the next twenty years, they will navigate Reconstruction politics and social upheaval to found the University of the South.Told from eight perspectives-freed slaves, Confederate veterans, widows, students-These Hallowed Halls is a detailed depiction of what it takes to build a dream in a new world.

The Grim and The Fantastic tells the story of Merton Clarke, and his journey battling a major illness, when a magical realm—filled with splendor and danger lurking in the shadows— reveals itself to him. There, he must face some terrible beasts in a battle to rid himself of his sickness. Along the way, Merton makes two new friends who must fight their own monsters alongside him. If they can defeat their beasts from the realm in battle, just maybe, they will win the battle against their sickness in the real world too. Together, they test their limits, and their understanding of friendship, grief, bravery, and, above all, the power of hope.A story of marvel, battles, and hardship, The Grim and the Fantastic takes a serious subject and seeks to breathe color back into the lives of those affected. The fantastical tale truly provides a whimsical place for children with troubles to escape to.

Tarot: Temple of Paper, House of Cards breaks new ground in the study of the Tarot. The primary goal of this book is not to provide a user manual or card interpretation guide. Nor is it an argument for any one school of thought in regards to the cards, their origin or intended use. Instead, the purpose is to help beginners and adepts alike appreciate the never yet ever changing Tarot in a genuinely new way. The thought exercise that creates this lens through which to understand the heart of the art includes techniques for internalizing the cards, their combinations and overlooked complexities in an immersive manner. These do not compete with prevalent methods but only enhance them. The Tarot is different things to different people. It has survived, and thrived through more than six hundred years of use because of its elastic evolution. This book encapsulates what it was and what it is while still adding to the methods available for its users. Additionally, new research is offered that is sure to surprise even those already well-read on the subject.And speaking of that subject, the practice of Tarot is fascinating on multiple levels including the historic, artistic, folkloric, psychological and spiritual. All of those and more are touched on in a work meant to revitalize not the Tarot itself, but the ways in which we can better understand and make use of it.

Are you looking for a fresh, authentic approach to living a more organized life? Are you ready to move beyond “how to” and be more personally practical about managing your stuff, time, and tasks? Organizing and Big Scary Goals offers readers alternative, customizable, and most importantly, realistic ways to look at and reflect upon what is possible with managing the overwhelming stuff of everyday life. Through a series of relatable anecdotes, thought-provoking questions, and the author’s personal quest to tackle a tough challenge, readers gain insight on tapping into different ways to approach their organizing stuck spots without relying upon one-size-fits-all solutions. Organizing and Big Scary Goals reads like a series of short stories with doses of humor and irony - ideal for anyone who has experienced frustration, shame, and even fear about meeting the organizational standards of others.

BLACK & WHITE EDITIONA travel guide with a twist. The author weaves the exciting story of Lewis and Clark’s exploration of the west during the early 1800s into her story of discoveries throughout America, both on and off the historical trail. Take a road trip into history while discovering present day America.In addition to visiting many exceptional Lewis and Clark sites and the rivers they traveled, she explores a wealth of scenic wonders and cultural and historic locations. Included are national and state parks, museums, state capitols, rivers, cities, gardens, interesting people and unique “off the beaten path” attractions.A book for the armchair traveler, history buff and anyone contemplating an extended road trip across America. You’ll find lots of tips to make your trip exciting and enjoyable. Included are over 150 of the author’s photographs. Available in black and white and full color editions.