Timothy Sheard
Timothy Sheard is a veteran nurse, labor organizer, writer, and publisher who has spent over four decades working in hospitals and advocating for working people. Drawing from his frontline experience in healthcare, Timothy began writing crime novels that depict the gritty, heartfelt, and often humorous realities of life inside America’s hospitals. His mystery series featuring Lenny Moss—a hospital custodian, union steward, and amateur sleuth—brings to life the everyday struggles and quiet heroism of the working class. After publishing multiple novels, Timothy founded Hard Ball Press, an independent publishing company devoted to amplifying the voices of workers and helping them tell their own stories with authenticity and pride.
As a firm believer in the power of storytelling to inspire solidarity and build union strength, Timothy has mentored countless emerging authors, many of whom have gone on to publish their work. He has edited and produced a wide range of titles, including Biting the Big Apple, Seeing for Myself, and Remembering Rollo, among others. Whether it’s through writing workshops, one-on-one guidance, or his role as Chairman of the National Writers Union New York Chapter, he remains deeply committed to nurturing writers from diverse backgrounds. His publishing efforts center on stories rooted in the working class experience—honest accounts that challenge the corporate narrative and celebrate resilience, struggle, and dignity.
Timothy moderates weekly writing groups and consistently encourages new authors to join the labor writing community, believing it’s one of the most powerful tools for developing one’s craft. Through Hard Ball Press, he continues to provide a platform for workers to push back against harmful stereotypes and reclaim their own narratives. His ultimate goal is to promote justice, build unity among the rank and file, and create a culture where working-class voices are not just heard but respected. Timothy currently lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife Mary, where he remains active in both the labor and literary movements.