Gary Ishler

Gary Ishler is a writer, retired teacher, and former radio personality from central Pennsylvania.

His published works include the novel "Quiet Desperation," a "Hamlet" sequel novella, "Honor Thy Fathers," plus non-fiction books on running: "How a Decent Runner Can get to the Starting Line at Boston--in Spite of Himself" and "The Run and Only Life."

His list of titles also includes the poetry collection "Capturing Autumn," and a book of prose poems, "A Conversation with Nothing (and other enlightening discussions)."

He holds a bachelor's degree in English from Penn State University and a master's degree in Liberal Arts from Lock Haven University.