Martin, who is familiar to Times readers as a former reporter, published his first novel, “Thumper” in April. He will be among a dozen authors discussing and signing their books on Saturday, January 25 at 1 p.m. at Barnes & Noble at the Derby Street Shoppes.
Martin started out as a folk singer in the mid-60s Worcester folk scene. He was a member of the Boston Sound centerpiece Orpheus, who recorded 15 of his original compositions. One of them, “Congress Alley,” has been covered by five other artists. A total of 21 of his songs have been released on major labels, and another thirty on independent labels.
In 1973, Martin relocated to San Francisco, where he played in several popular groups and worked as a music therapist. When the state halved mental health funds, he began a 25-year career in market research, becoming president of the Northern California Market Research Association…