Whirlwind Press is an independent authors’ collective, created with the energy and determination of five talented women to bring their work to publication.
Whirlwind Press aims to empower other authors and illustrators to achieve their ambition to publish their work. Our mission is to promote creativity, provide opportunities, and produce inspirational books for readers of all ages.
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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 McGuigan helped shape the landscape of Silicon Valley 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.
Patty McGuigan built a decades-long career in Silicon Valley commercial real estate before becoming an author in 2020. She’s since published a book on widowhood, several illustrated children’s books, and this memoir on her commercial real estate journey, blending business savvy with heartfelt storytelling. Her writing captures resilience, reinvention, and pure joy.
Page count: 210
Binding: paperback
Pub date: Sept 15th, 2025
Size: 7x9
Printed in California
Beyond Widow
Two women from different backgrounds became close after they each lost their husband. Together, they found solace and strength in sharing stories of the painful, challenging and sometimes funny moments they were going through as new widows. They decided to write these moments down, and the result is a book which captures their experiences of widowhood with candor, tenderness, and yes, even humor.
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 someone going through loss, and more. Beyond Widow is a book that can help women who just lost their partner feel less alone, and an experienced widow feel more seen.
Enjoy this “dip into” book, where you don’t have to start at the first page and work your way through to the end. Something beautiful to keep on your bedside table or bring along in your purse for needed reminders and encouragement.
208 pages | Hardcover
This book will help you:
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Feel Understood: Read raw, honest stories from our two different perspectives on everything from the first day alone to handling "grief ambushes" years later.
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Navigate Your New Identity: We explore the shift from being a "pair" to a "singleton" and the challenge of becoming the CEO of a life you used to share.
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Find Practical Footing: Get no-nonsense advice on daunting tasks like sorting out finances, managing the "boy jobs" around the house, and dealing with social situations where you feel like a third wheel.
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Reimagine What's Possible: Discover the inspiring stories of "Wonder Widows" from history—women who, after great loss, created incredible new chapters for themselves.
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Give Yourself Permission: Permission to reinvent yourself, to experience joy again, to wear something bright red, and to create a life that feels like your own.