Convergence Beyond the Great Doom is the sequel to the author's first novel, Disaffections of Time. The author has penned eighteen books to include histories, biographies, travel, humor, and other literary offerings. In addition to his authorship, W. Thomas McQueeney has exhibited a penchant for community service. He has chaired or served as a director to more than two dozen organizations - mostly in the realm of non-profits. His volunteer chairmanship of the Johnson Hagood Stadium Revitalization ($44.5 million) and The National Medal of Honor Leadership & Education Center ($75 million) have brought benefit to both local and national audiences. He has served his college, The Citadel, on their board of trustees, The Citadel Board of Visitors, in addition to their fundraising arm, The Citadel Foundation. His book proceeds have each been directed to various charities to benefit an array of worthy causes. The author lives in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. He is married with four children and five grandchildren. In 2009, McQueeney was awarded The Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor bestowed upon a citizen of the State of South Carolina.