Christy Scott Cashman

Christy Scott Cashman
Occupation(s)Author, Writer, Actress, Producer and Philanthropist
Notable workThe Kids Are All Right
TelevisionOpen Book Club, New England Cable News; Back Story, CBS show Style Boston
SpouseJay Cashman

Christy Scott Cashman is an American author, writer, actress, producer, and philanthropist.[1] She and her husband, Jay, own Kilkea Castle in Kilkea, Ireland, which they have renovated and transformed into a hotel and golf resort.[2][3]

Career

Author

Cashman's bestselling debut novel, The Truth About Horses,[4] is the winner of the Independent Book Publishers Association's (IBPA) 2024 Benjamin Franklin Gold Award for General Fiction as well as its 2024 Silver Awards for Best New Voice and Teen Fiction. The Truth About Horses tells the story of fourteen-year-old Reese Tucker, who is racing against time to save her injured horse, a struggling barn, and her shattered relationship with her father. The book's drama, humor, and realism—both magical and gritty—speak powerfully to the realities of heartbreak, grief, and recovery.[5] Cashman launched the book in Dublin in 2023.[6] She and Jane Seymour[7] are co-producing the film adaptation.[8] In addition to The Truth About Horses, Cashman has published two children's books, The Not-So-Average Monkey of Kilkea Castle and Petri's Next Things.[9][10]

Actor, Filmmaker, and Producer

Cashman was an executive producer of The Kids Are All Right and has had acting roles in many films, including Joy, Ted 2, The Golden Boy,[11] The Forger, American Hustle, Edge of Darkness, The Pink Panther 2, Serial Intentions, and the short film Descendants alongside Whoopi Goldberg.[12] She formerly co-hosted "Open Book Club" on New England Cable News[13] and hosted "Back Story" for the CBS show "Style Boston."[14] Cashman is a founding partner, actor, producer, and writer for Saint Aire Productions,[15] which is currently developing Consensus, Charity Warriors, and a show based on Kilkea Castle.[16]

Philanthropy

Cashman serves on the board of Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, the Boston Public Library's Literary Lights Committee, and Epiphany School. She is a founding member of the American Film Institute's National Council and supports many other organizations, including PEN New England, the regional chapter of PEN America; Samaritans; the American Red Cross; and Friends of Boston's Homeless. Cashman also founded YouthINK, a not-for-profit creative mentorship program that seeks to inspire, empower, and support teens through creative opportunities and experiences.[17]

Awards

  • International Book Publishers Association's (IBPA) 2024 Ben Franklin Gold Award for General Fiction for The Truth About Horses[18]
  • IBPA's 2024 Ben Franklin Silver Award for Best New Voice for The Truth About Horses[19]
  • IBPA's 2024 Ben Franklin Silver Award for Teen Fiction for The Truth About Horses[20]
  • The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's[21] Woman of the Year, 2012
  • 2024 Boston Arts Academy honoree[22]
  • Named one of Boston Magazine's 150 most influential Bostonians, 2024[23]

References

  1. ^ Christy Scott Cashman (New York Times)
  2. ^ "A Love Story". VIE Magazine. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
  3. ^ "Christy Cashman's Time In Ireland Helped Her Write Novel". September 3, 2023. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
  4. ^ Sayej, Nadja. "Christy Cashman And Jane Seymour On Equestrian Style And New Novel". Forbes. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  5. ^ Mallon, Sandra (August 10, 2023). "Hollywood star Christy Cashman launches debut novel in Dublin". Irish Mirror. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
  6. ^ Mallon, Sandra (August 10, 2023). "Hollywood star Christy Cashman launches debut novel in Dublin". Irish Mirror. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
  7. ^ "Jane Seymour on the 'Changing' Industry After SAG-AFTRA Strike and Upcoming Book-To-Film Project (Exclusive)". Peoplemag. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  8. ^ "Author Christy Cashman and award-winning actress Jane Seymour promote new novel "The Truth About Hor - CBS Boston". www.cbsnews.com. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  9. ^ Guetebier, Amber (April 11, 2022). "20 Amazing Animal & Insect Books for Kids". Tinybeans. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  10. ^ "Author Christy Cashman at Book People - The Henrico Citizen". The Henrico Citizen - Henrico County, Virginia's hometown news source since 2001. August 29, 2023. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  11. ^ Gloss, The (August 10, 2023). "Glossip: Actress Christy Cashman Launches Her Debut Novel". The Gloss Magazine. Retrieved May 25, 2024.
  12. ^ IMDb listing for Cashman
  13. ^ [1][permanent dead link‍]
  14. ^ "Fresh Faces | Christy Cashman & Kennedy Elsey". September 28, 2012.
  15. ^ Saint Aire
  16. ^ "Kilkea Castle - Hotel Review". Condé Nast Traveler. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  17. ^ Baker, Elliette (July 13, 2023). "Christy Cashman: Author, Mentor, Castle-Owner". Sidelines Magazine. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  18. ^ "Winners: Fiction - General". IBPA Book Award. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  19. ^ "Winners: Best New Voice - Fiction". IBPA Book Award. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  20. ^ "Winners: Teen Fiction (13-18 Years)". IBPA Book Award. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  21. ^ "Man & Woman of the Year".
  22. ^ "BAAF HONORS 2024". baaf.netlify.app. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
  23. ^ "Boston Magazine: 150 Most Influential Bostonians". Congresswoman Katherine Clark. May 1, 2024. Retrieved July 6, 2024.