Randy O'Brien

About The Author

An award-winning radio journalist and book reviewer, Randall O'Brien has a B.S. degree from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, majoring in English and minoring in History and Secondary education. He was the News Director of WMOT-FM for three decades, reporting hard news and features, proudly mentoring dozens of now successful graduates. He was an adjunct writing instructor at MTSU and Watkins School of Art and Design and former President of the Tennessee Screenwriting Association.

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Books by Randy O'Brien

Ribbon of Dreams

By Randy O'Brien

A heartfelt coming-of-age novel set in 1970s Tennessee, Ribbon of Dreams explores identity, family, and hope as a young man faces love, loss, and change in a divided America.

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