author & speaker
crafting compelling stories to bring local history to life
UNLOCK THE MYSTERY
A woman, house, factory, and town
When Andrew Varga inherits his ancestral home in Butler, PA, his daughter Caroline begins to experience strange visions of the past. Each glimpse leads the Varga family closer to bringing the long-buried secrets of theft, deceit and betrayal into the light.
Silent Defenders: A Butler Book II
The Varga story continues
At President Trump's Butler rally in July of 2024, the assassin's stray bullet nearly hits 10-year-old Jonathan Varga, triggering him to hear the voice of his great-grandfather, Amon. As Jonathan struggles with his trauma, Amon's story of frusteration and ambition unfolds alongside Butler's amazing invention of the Jeep. The nearby shooting of George Washington in 1753, along with glimpses of every presidential assassination attempt, paint the background of Amon's fictional journey, which also highlights the true history of Saxonburg, Butler's Veteran's hospital, and Harmony Borough.
About Cecilia Tomko
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
For some reason, it hurts me to see beautiful or significant old buildings become neglected and purposeless. I enjoy learning their history and hope through words to re-kindle interest that will help revitalize some of these forgotten treasures.
(Pullman-Standard Steel Car Company)
Musician and Mom
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
Educator, worship leader, school board member, singer-songwriter, wife and mother of four, Cecilia has written songs, stories, devotionals, and a musical before publishing books. She is a graduate of the University of Virginia and the daughter of Norwegian immigrants.
Passional about local history
Sentimental about abandoned buildings
Passional about local history
I want locals to be proud of Butler's amazing history and others to know, visit, and enjoy learning about how this town impacted the world.
(Bantam Car Copany invented the Jeep)