Bob Casey is a professional writer and Tai Chi and Qigong instructor. More importantly, he is a seeker. He sees life as an adventurous journey with innumerable lessons to be learned along the way. From everyday experiences to the special life-changing ones–all impact who we are as well as the person we are becoming. His poetry and writing often focus on these life events.
He has sailed, cycled, hiked, and traveled extensively throughout the world. A favorite memory is the year spent in New Zealand on a teaching Fulbright. In all his books, whether poetry vignettes, or novels, Bob tries to provide thoughtful comments on life.
As of January 2023, Bob has authored 19 books of poetry and vignettes and 4 novels. Click here to learn more. Under the pen name Leon Pashi, he authored 2 romance novels.
He has had poems and articles published in anthologies and magazines. His commissioned poem on the Village of Fredericktown, Ohio, "A Community That Cares," is buried in a time capsule to be opened in 2107. His photographs have appeared in a variety of venues including an international award-winning book, Schnormeier Gardens - Peace, Harmony, & Serenity (2011) and in Better Homes and Gardens.
"Poet Bob," as his car license plate declares, is a past-president of the Ohio Poetry Association. This position allowed him to interact with some of the nation's top poets. He is also one of the founding members of the Apple Valley Poets, a group of outstanding poets in north central Ohio.
Bob enjoys Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, gourmet dining, reading, and helping others. As a senior trainer in Dr. Paul Lam's organization, he teaches a full schedule of Tai Chi classes. He resides with his wife in Midway, Utah. His son Craig and family live in nearby Heber City.
