‘Eclipsed by Shadow’ Wins Eric Hoffer Book Award
Boston, MA (PRWEB) June 21, 2009 — John Royce’s debut novel, Eclipsed by Shadow, has won the Eric Hoffer Book Award for Young Adult (YA) Fiction. The award is presented each year to honor freethinking writers and independent books of exceptional merit.
Eclipsed by Shadow is the first book of a new fiction trilogy, The Legend of the Great Horse. This volume begins the journey of a modern-day teenager traveling back in time to explore how horses were used in the past.
Vivid writing and colorful characters (both two- and four-legged) create a fresh, page-turning adventure that educates as it entertains. Library Journal recommends the book: “Veteran horseman Royce combines history and myth with action and adventure to create a fast-paced, well-informed tale…” and other critics have ponied up their praise: “Sure to Please!” (Midwest Book Review), “Lots of Horsepower Here!” (Free Lance-Star) and “One of those works you will remember forever.” (2009 Reader Views Literary Award review)
The author, John Royce, is a horseman from Texas with over 25 years of experience in competitive riding, training horses and coaching students. His unique story is the product of 10 years of research. Mr. Royce explains the enduring popularity of horses: “Horses have been with mankind since the beginning–the history of horses is the history of civilization.”
The story is an engaging and entertaining read for history buffs and horse fans alike (15+ to adult).
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The Eric Hoffer Award website has further information about the award and a list of the winners.
