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Tag Archives: adventure stories
Three Times the (Almost) Everything: on Writing a Trilogy
I learned today the precise Australian publication date for the second volume of Word Hunters (The Lost Hunters, to accord book two its subtitle). It’s 27 Feb. No idea why it’s a Wednesday, and I’m not planning to ask. But, … Continue reading →
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Tagged adventure, adventure stories, American Presidents, children's books, etymology, history, nick earls, Terry Whidborne, time travel, Vikings, Word Hunters, words
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Etymology Meets Lord of the Rings – the story behind Word Hunters
Okay, I can’t say Word Hunters is exactly ‘etymology meets Lord of the Rings’ – is anything? – but a while ago that seemed like a great line to open a pitch with. (It is young people on a challenging … Continue reading →
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Tagged adventure stories, children's books, etymology, nick earls, Terry Whidborne, time travel stories, UQP, Word Hunters
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