The Wizard of Odd

A Vermont Tale of Community Devotion

Fictional novel set in a small Vermont town in the Northeast Kingdom, emphasizing the critical importance of community and tolerance to a livable place. 

Gary Meffe of Brandon, VT

Born and raised in the wild suburbs of Rahway, New Jersey, Gary K. Meffe escaped at the age of 24 to pursue a Ph.D. at Arizona State University. He was a Research Professor in ecology and conservation biology at the Universities of Georgia and Florida, during which he co-authored two textbooks and was editor-in-chief of an international scientific journal. In retirement, Gary turned to non-scientific writings and in 2014 published a collection of essays called Van Cortland Chronicles. A Celebration of Life in a Small Vermont Town. When not writing he enjoys fly fishing, woodworking, and outdoor activities that connect him to the natural world. He and his wife of 36 years live in Brandon, Vermont. This is his first novel.

Marketing & Publicity
  • Author has contacts at the following Vermont media outlets: Brandon Reporter, Rutland Herald, Chittenden Co. papers run by Lee Kahrs. VPR and Vermont Magazine. Many have expressed interest.
  • SevenDays feature planned. NEIBA e-blasts paid for by author and NEIBA conference author appearance and signing. Book signing at BEA.
  • Book Launch at GWP's annual Earth Day Celebrations at Next Stage Arts, April 26th. Media planned around event.