Patty McGuigan is a successful commercial real estate agent turned author. Patty has co-authored three children’s books, a book of essays about widowhood, and a memoir on her commercial real estate career. All books are available on Amazon.com and wherever books are sold.
Patty also recently founded WHIRLWIND PRESS, an independent authors collective that creates books with unique perspectives for all ages.
Scraps Build a Pile
published in 2025
Beyond Widow
published in 2023
Patty McGuigan and Tesha McCord Poe, two women from different backgrounds became close after one lost her husband and then the other shortly after. Together they found solace and strength in sharing stories of their painful and sometimes funny new moments they were going through. They decided to create a resource that they wished they had themselves and wanted to provide for others. The result is a book which captures their experiences of widowhood with candor, tenderness, and yes, even humor. A book that could help a new widow feel less alone, and an experienced widow feel more seen. It encourages all widows to embrace their own strength and believe in a bright future. Through poignant essays, the authors offer insightful observations on their own lives; practical tips for widows; advice for those who love and want to support a widow in their life; and more. The book is made complete by moving original color illustrations by Priska Wenger Mage, cartoons by New Yorker's John Klossner, and inspiring essays on notable widows from history by author Marian Lye.
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Leonardo and the Time Travelers
published in 2021 and 2024
Humor, hustle, and high-stakes deals in the heart of the Valley: As Silicon Valley rose from orchards to innovation epicenter, Patty McGuigan was right there, navigating its evolution with grit, wit, and an inimitable flair. A trailblazing woman in the high-stakes world of commercial real estate, she carved out her own path in an industry dominated by developers, tech giants, and power players.
Over four decades Patty helped shape the landscape by matching visionary companies with the buildings that would house their dreams. With humor, insight, and a keen eye for the absurd, she chronicles the fast-paced, high-pressure, and often outrageous realities of the Valley.
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Leonardo’s Magic Sketchbook
published in 2022
WHAT WOULD YOU DO... if a time traveler landed on your doorstep? Jack and Nick are in Silicon Valley for a summer technology class, when they discover a secret time travel app. They bring back the world’s first time traveler, Leonardo da Vinci, and adventure ensues! Joined by Jack’s sister Poppy, they solve problems, meet other time travelers, and have a summer they will never forget.
These books are beautiful and delightful time-traveling tech adventure for kids.
Patty McGuigan, Marian Lye, and Ann Clark-Tyler have co-authored these books, together with the brilliant Rebekah Reif (illustrations).
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This book is for every child who discovers a genius and says, “I can do that.” And they can!
Kiera, Kate, and Nate learn the story of artist-inventor Leonardo da Vinci, who inspires them to create, build, draw, and play. They have the very best fun imagining Leonardo’s magic sketchbook, where he sketched out the ideas that became legendary inventions… and they make ingenious inventions of their own!
Patty McGuigan and Marian Lye have co-authored this book, together with the brilliant Rebekah Reiff (illustrations).
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