Author Thomas J. Penisten has always had a passion for writing, especially when it makes one think long after the book is closed. His new release, A Time for Color, A Book About Joy, is a vibrant and poignant story about living with joy and not losing yourself and your zeal for life when things get tough.
Thomas believes a good story is one that sends a positive message and
evokes emotion and reflection. He hopes his readers will relate to the
story and recognize the importance of feeling gratitude, joy, and living in the
present, and have their own feelings validated. Thomas tries to capture
emotion when illustrating by drawing on the outlooks as he remembers as a child and also the challenges and losses everyone faces throughout their lives. While Thomas has always loved the arts and writing, having attended the Metropolitan School of Art where he studied the classics, it seemed he never had the time. His family is very supportive that he is finally pursuing what he loves. His wife, Landa, in particular, has been instrumental in his editing and publishing process. He was also inspired by the goodness of his late sister, Chrissy, a schoolteacher who was kind to all. A kid at heart, when he isn’t busy writing thought-provoking books, Thomas enjoys hiking, camping, snowmobiling, Atving, and bicycle riding with his wife.They have two daughters, one son and two grandchildren. They live in Platteville, Wisconsin, with their Boston Terrier, Winston.