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Paul was born in Boston and grew up in Western Massachusetts.
A pivotal decision was made by him in college to switch from studying law to the theater. He found it more enjoyable to pretend being a lawyer than studying to become one. Upon graduating from the University of New Hampshire in theater, Paul was accepted into the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.
Afterward he worked as an actor/director in New York and regional theatre. Then, an opportunity came to take over as Artistic Director of a performing arts center in New Hampshire. There was another pivot.
He became a single father and moved with his children to the Berkshires in Massachusetts. Raising two children alone required a stable home, and his work in theatre wouldn’t allow that.
So, to keep the ‘creative soul’ alive, he started writing short stories and co-wrote an Off-Broadway play that led to writing screenplays. Paul’s found success in several major film festivals.
His feature screenplay placed at Austin Film Festival, and he won short screenplay awards from the Dallas Screenwriters Association and Waterford International Film Festival, Ireland. A small collection of his stories was put into a book, “Along The Way,” on Amazon.
Now, his debut novel “WORDS” is published by World Castle Publishing. He hopes readers will find this thriller entertaining and a cautionary tale.
Reviewed by Demetria Head for Readers' Favorite
Paul G. O’Connor's Words catapults readers into a high-octane thriller where a single line of text throws the world into disarray. This enigmatic message, appearing on every digital device globally, sparks a technological pandemic. At the heart of the chaos is Genevieve Phillips, a student and activist with a deep-seated mistrust of the LUX Corporation, the same company her father works for. Driven by her hatred for LUX's AI initiatives, Gen uploads her anti-AI project to their servers as an act of protest. Her rebellious act backfires spectacularly when she becomes the prime suspect in what appears to be a catastrophic cyberattack. As the mysterious text spreads, Gen embarks on a desperate quest to find the real culprits and clear her name, all while the world teeters on the brink of digital collapse.
The plot of Words is a relentless chase, blending elements of cyber espionage, corporate intrigue, and ethical dilemmas surrounding artificial intelligence. Gen's journey is fraught with tension as she navigates a web of deceit and high-stakes threats. Paul G. O’Connor skillfully develops Gen's character, showcasing her intelligence, resilience, and evolving perspective on technology and morality. The novel’s pace is brisk, keeping readers on edge with its twists and turns. Fans of the genre will appreciate the novel’s exploration of the darker aspects of AI and its impact on global stability. The storytelling is both thought-provoking and thrilling, making Words a standout in contemporary thrillers. It is a compelling narrative that not only entertains but also prompts reflection on the precarious balance between technological advancement and ethical responsibility.
