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71-Year-Old Author's Long-Awaited Novel Set for 2024 Release

2/27/2026

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Patricia Finn of North Vancouver had her novel The Golden Boy accepted for publication in December 2024.
The 71-year-old author worked on the book since 2014, including a hiatus and the pandemic.
She is a veteran ghostwriter and was thrilled by the opportunity.
Shortly after cataract surgery, Finn broke her foot in five places.
While recovering, she met her editors via Zoom with support from her son and a friend.

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Story summary

Patricia Finn of North Vancouver had her novel The Golden Boy accepted for publication in December 2024.
The 71-year-old author worked on the book since 2014, including a hiatus and the pandemic.
She is a veteran ghostwriter and was thrilled by the opportunity.
Shortly after cataract surgery, Finn broke her foot in five places.
While recovering, she met her editors via Zoom with support from her son and a friend.