Bowen’s Hollow

A novel by Chris Hoenigmann
$16.99

A gritty, honest, and unforgettable novel about love, loss and redemption

Bowen’s Hollow is a reflective, emotionally charged coming-of-age drama that follows the life of Bowen Okai, a young man from the fictional village of Port Harding, Long Island. The story spans over a decade, weaving past and present as it explores the complexities of family, love, addiction, and recovery.

Told with lyrical intensity and grounded in realism, the novel is deeply introspective, laced with raw depictions of trauma, love, and the messy complexity of growing up in a working-class coastal town. Themes of loss, identity, masculinity, addiction, and healing are explored through richly drawn characters and vivid, often gritty, scenes.

  • "I absolutely loved this book! The characters felt real, and I couldn't put it down. The author's writing style is both descriptive and engaging, bringing the story to life. Highly recommend."

    Amazon ★★★★★

  • "I cannot put your book down!!!! I started it yesterday and haven’t stopped."

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  • "The ending caught me by surprise, which is always my favorite part of the book. This novel did not disappoint in any way."

    @radioactivekristy

  • "Shocked at the ending! OMG! I did not see that coming."

    @shelleywolson

  • "Bowen’s Hollow is very real and very raw... You feel like you know the characters."

    @mayhemboundbookshelf

  • "F*cking wowwwww. Just finished the book. Wow."

    R. Hines

  • "4 chapters in and really enjoying it! Love all the hometown nods!"

    @jgrex

It takes a village!

It really does take a village to help an independent project like this one get off the ground, and I really need your support. Here are some ways you can help:

  1. Spread the word about Bowen’s Hollow on your social media — download some promo art here

  2. Leave a rating and review on Amazon and Goodreads

  3. Follow me on Amazon, Goodreads and Instagram @chrishoenigmann

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  5. Tell your friends, family, neighbors, acquaintances, strangers — every and anyone — to buy and read Bowen’s Hollow

Leaving feedback helps new readers discover the book and builds credibility for the story. Word of mouth is everything for an indie project like this—and every post, message, and recommendation truly makes a difference. I appreciate you!

About the Author

Chris Hoenigmann is a native Long Islander. Born in Huntington in 1983, he grew up in East Northport with his parents, Joe and Columbia, and three brothers, Ryan, Joe and Mike. Today, he lives in Smithtown with his wife, Jill, and two boys, Grayson and Lennon. Much of Bowen’s story is based on Chris’s life and experience. Chris’s sober date is November 21, 2021.