The Humorous World Of Author
Patrick F. McManus
Patrick F. McManus was a legendary author whose wit and humor left an indelible mark on the literary world. Despite his passing in 2018, he remains much loved by his fans who continue to discover and enjoy his works. This site is dedicated to continuing Pat's legacy.
The McManus Story Continues . . .
April 2026
BIG NEWS FROM CAMP McMANUS!
A new collection of fan favorite McManus stories is being published by Henry Holt!
At My Worst: The Best of Patrick F. McManus
Coming Summer 2027!
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YOUR INPUT IS NEEDED! This is an incredible opportunity to share a wish list of the stories you’d like to see included in the new collection!
CLICK HERE to send us your favorite McManus stories, or follow us on Facebook and add your suggestions there. But don’t delay. Our deadline for submittals is April 11.
... and there's more!
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Anne Heitner was an esteemed artist and illustrator who worked for The Spokesman Review in the early 1990s. Pat was a great fan of her skill and style and asked her to collaborate with him on the 1994 McManus calendar, published by Henry Holt. In honor of her outstanding talent in interpreting Pat’s beloved characters, we’re pleased to present the Anne Heitner Gallery, featuring art from that now-vintage calendar.
A Troll is a Troll ...
We all know Kelly trolled on Peggy when they were kids, just like Pat's sister, Patricia, trolled on him when they were young. Kelly claims she was Patricia's troll protege and we believe it. After all, Kelly was an excellent troll in her day and Peggy's got the emotional scars to prove it.
Get Kelly's side of the story in this month’s blog, Trolling.
Ready for your next writing lesson?
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This month in the McManus School for Wayward Writers, Dr. McManus discusses the fine art of indirection. If you don’t know what Indirection is, this class is for you. But here’s a hint: It’s where you don't write about what you intend to write about, but instead, write about something else that reveals what you actually wanted to write about. Got it?
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Got a hankerin'?
On a recent trip to Seattle, we had some of the best clam chowder we've ever had, and we have been craving it ever since. Luckily, we discovered the Troll’s recipe for clam chowder in Whatchagot Stew.
Let’s give it a try and see how it stacks up against Seattle’s finest.
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How about some bread pudding to get you through those April showers?
