About the AuTHUR

Patrick Budden

Having retired eary due to ill health, having worked for the same company , as an engineer, since I left school. I find I have too much time on my hands especially as I become more disabled. Spending a lot of time on my laptop I thought I would have a go at writing. For the first attempt , a short story “Murder at the garage “.It didn’t sell very many copies but those that did read it said they enjoyed it. Mostly copies sold by word of mouth as it was not backed by good publicity. It is available on Amazon Prime. This time I have written a full book but used a reputable publishing company.
Having retired eary due to ill health, having worked for the same company , as an engineer, since I left school. I find I have too much time on my hands especially as I become more disabled. Spending a lot of time on my laptop I thought I would have a go at writing. For the first attempt , a short story “Murder at the garage “.It didn’t sell very many copies but those that did read it said they enjoyed it. Mostly copies sold by word of mouth as it was not backed by good publicity. It is available on Amazon Prime. This time I have written a full book but used a reputable publishing company.
1. What is Heartbreak Farm about?

Heartbreak Farm tells the story of Tom, a 17-year-old boy who must fend for himself after losing his mother and watching his father fall into alcoholism. Despite the odds, he strives to rebuild his life, finding both hope and heartbreak along the way.

Patrick Budden is a retired engineer who began writing later in life. His personal experiences and reflections on hardship and resilience inspired the emotional depth found in Heartbreak Farm.

The story draws inspiration from real-life struggles how people cope with loss, face hardship, and keep faith alive even when the world seems against them.

No. Patrick’s first published work was a short story titled Murder at the Garage, available on Amazon Prime. Heartbreak Farm is his first full-length novel published through a reputable company.
The book is available online through major retailers (including Amazon). You can also find links directly on Patrick Budden’s official author website.
Readers who enjoy emotional, character-driven stories about overcoming adversity, family struggles, and personal growth will find Heartbreak Farm deeply moving.

That even in life’s darkest moments, the human spirit has the strength to rise again — a message of perseverance, compassion, and hope.