The Dodsworth Lane Man, James McGrath's autobiography, launched his writing career. That experience led to McGrath's first self-published fictional novel, The Legend of Imogene Byrnes. Both publications whetted McGrath's passion to enrich and refine his characters and enhance their dialogue, causing both to be more genuine and authentic. A U.S. naval reserve veteran, a retired HR industrial relations manager, a former police captain, a one-time director of meat operations, and a previous real estate broker, some positions held concurrently, accentuate McGrath's unique professional resume before he began his writing career. His broad experiences bring authenticity and discernment to the characters in his stories. Being blessed with an extraordinary career permitted McGrath to be photographed with actor/sausage maker, Jimmy Dean; singer/actor, Kenny Rogers; MLB hall of famer Harmon Killebrew; and Naismith Memorial Basketball hall of fame coach, Al McGuire. McGrath even appeared with comedian/actor, Tom Dreesen in an opening act of a Frank Sinatra Concert. McGrath's interesting professional career and success in public, fraternal and civic endeavors led to wide array of recognitions: Key to the City, Man of the Year, Knight of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, and a dozen others.
