NLGB E78: Tom Smith, Author of “The Three O’clock Calls”

Tom Smith writes this poignant memoir after a successful series of children books, The Boss Bandit series. The Three O’clock Calls by Tom Smith captures the essence of human resilience and the quest for meaning amidst life’s trials. The Three ‘O’clock Calls will bring you a sense of peace and understanding giving you a welcome addition to your library.

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Tom Smith writes this poignant memoir after a successful series of children books, The Boss Bandit series. The Three O’clock Calls by Tom Smith captures the essence of human resilience and the quest for meaning amidst life’s trials. The Three ‘O’clock Calls will bring you a sense of peace and understanding giving you a welcome addition to your library.

Bio ~ Tom Smith 

Tom was born in Jacksonville, Florida and resides in Middleburg, Florida. He has been married to his beloved wife Nora since 1985. They have two beautiful daughters, Danielle and Kayla. Tom has been a deacon and a servant leader at First Baptist Church Middleburg since 1990.  

One of his favorite roles is leading a men’s Bible study group at the church. In addition, Tom enjoys serving on the board of Sidewalk Ministries, a ministry for inner-city children in Jacksonville, Florida. Tom is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), and a member of the John Maxwell Team. Tom Smith recently received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Trinity Baptist College. 

He is the author of the Boss Bandit series of children’s picture books and The Three O’clock Calls is his first dive into the genre of memoirs. 

The Three O’clock Calls is a thought-provoking read that offers comfort and reassurance to those in any walks of life. Tom Smith has a straightforward writing style that makes the prose easy to digest. Through vivid storytelling and emotional depth, The Three O’clock Calls captures the essence of human resilience and the quest for meaning amidst life’s trials.  

The Three O’clock Calls, ISBN 9798385035779, $16.99 paperback, $3.99 eBook, 134 pages, WestBow Press, 2024. Available on Amazon.