Gary Stalker
Author
New Release
Guru Tom
It's been six years now since Tom and his eighteen-year-old son, Cousteau, lost the boy's mother to Cancer. The scars of her passing have proved too great for the boy to escape – grief is one thing, but when compounded with an atypical neurological diagnosis, tragedy and unfairness become apocalyptic.
'But if so many bad things could
happen, then it must also be true,
as nature is about balance, that a
run of good things could be waiting
right around the corner.'
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It was this thought and finding healing through meditation that drove Tom to establish himself on the speakers circuit
as a mindfulness entrepreneur.
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He loved it and the crowds loved him...
and then came the attack!
Brutal unrelenting PTSD.
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Emotional and Uplifting Memoir
Guru Tom is a raw, emotional, and surprisingly uplifting memoir by Gary Stalker. It tells the story of Tom—a guy who appears to have life sorted, living in the spotlight and soaking up the energy of those around him. The reality is somewhat different— a series of life's curved balls have left hime struggling, a brutal attack flips his world upside down. What follows is an honest, often gut-wrenching look at life with PTSD and the long, messy road to healing.
This isn’t a sugar-coated story. Stalker takes you deep into the pain, confusion, and isolation that come with trauma, but he also brings out the light: the power of friendships, the importance of facing your inner demons, and the slow but meaningful steps toward recovery. There’s a real sense of hope beneath the surface.
What makes Guru Tom stand out is how real it feels. It’s not just about PTSD—it’s about being human, getting knocked down, and figuring out how to stand back up. If you’re into personal stories that dig deep and don’t shy away from tough topics, this one’s worth the read - Julie Parsons
A luminous, deeply human story
Gary Stalker’s Guru Tom is a poignant exploration of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of human connection. Through the lens of Tom Noble’s journey—from a broken widower to a spiritual guide—the novel weaves together themes of loss, healing, and the search for meaning. The raw authenticity Stalker brings to this narrative mirrors his own philosophical inquiries and lived experiences. Guru Tom is a testament to Gary Stalker’s ability to transmute personal sorrow into universal art. Its power lies not in tidy resolutions but in its messy, truthful portrayal of healing—a journey familiar to anyone who’s loved and lost. As Tom meditates by the sea, "breathing in… breathing out," we’re reminded that peace isn’t the absence of pain but the courage to face it - William. P. White
