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By Gordon Payne
Gordon Payne’s work as an author draws from a life steeped in music, storytelling, and Southern roots. His writing captures the same honesty and grit as his songs, offering readers a glimpse into the heart of an artist who’s lived every word.
The Hail and the Fury is a gripping novel set in Oklahoma’s Tornado Alley, where family, faith, and politics collide in the wake of a devastating storm. At the heart of the story is PT Thurman, a farmer and former mayor, who must navigate personal loss, community survival, and a second chance at rebuilding—both his town and his life. With richly drawn characters and a setting as fierce as the weather, Gordon Payne delivers a powerful tale of resilience, redemption, and the unshakable ties that hold us together.
With Gordon Payne
Gordon Payne’s writing has been featured in several published anthologies, including The Noble Generation: Volume II, where he contributed heartfelt reflections on his upbringing and family legacy in Oklahoma. His essay “Long Road to Texas” was published in Angels on Earth Magazine, capturing a deeply personal journey of loss, resilience, and faith. He also contributed to Outlaw by Michael Streissguth, a definitive chronicle of the Outlaw country movement that includes insights into Gordon’s time on the road with Waylon Jennings and the Waylors.
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