John Royce’s debut novel, Eclipsed by Shadow, has won the Eric Hoffer Book Award for Young Adult (YA) Fiction. The Hoffer Award is presented each year to honor freethinking writers and independent books of exceptional merit.
[Read more →]List of 'young adult fiction'
‘Eclipsed by Shadow’ Wins Eric Hoffer Book Award for Young Adult (YA) Fiction
August 10th, 2009 · Awards & Honors for "Eclipsed by Shadow", Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
History at a Gallop: “Eclipsed by Shadow” wins 2009 Reader Views Literary Award
May 19th, 2009 · Awards & Honors for "Eclipsed by Shadow", Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Eclipsed by Shadow, the first volume of a new trilogy about the history of horsemanship, has won in the Fantasy category of the 2008 Reader Views Literary Awards.
[Read more →]Teenage and adult readers will thrill to this remarkable story featuring the horse’s role in history.
May 14th, 2009 · media
This book brings to life man’s fascinating partnership with the horse. ~Mary Barrett, The Tennessean
[Read more →]Fantasy & horse lovers of all ages will enjoy “Eclipsed by Shadow”
March 5th, 2009 · media
“Fantasy and horse lovers of all ages will enjoy a new book titled, Eclipsed by Shadow, Book 1 of The Legend of the Great Horse trilogy.” ~ Dee Ann Ray | Daily Weatherford (OK)
[Read more →]“Captives on a Carousel of Time” – Top 50 Amazon Reviewer
January 15th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media, Top Reviews for "Eclipsed by Shadow"
“This sweeping historical fantasy should have an impact on its reader that penetrates far beyond the boundaries of the usual YA (Young Adult) novel. It teaches lessons about history and horsemanship, and what it really means to be `civilized.’” ~ E.A. Lovitt (aka “Starmoth)
[Read more →]Anyone who loves horses or history will love “Eclipsed by Shadow” – Tyler Tichelaar
December 8th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media
“Eclipsed by Shadow is an epic history of horses, complete with time travel, and educational material, but best of all, it is strong historical fiction.” ~Tyler Tichelaar, “The Marquette Trilogy”
[Read more →]MBR: Eclipsed by Shadow is “Sure to Please”
October 12th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media
Eclipsed by Shadow is a new fantasy that is sure to please fantasy fans and horse fanatics alike. ~ Midwest Book Review
[Read more →]Legend Sends Girl on Time-Travel Journey
September 18th, 2008 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Author John Royce spent considerable time studying the historical role of horses in cultures throughout the world–from food for prehistoric man to their role in warfare and sport. Readers will find themselves caught up in both the instructive history and the fascinating historical episodes Meagan and Promise witness. The novel’s sequels will be eagerly awaited.
[Read more →]Lots of Horsepower Here! – Free Lance Star
September 9th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media
“Though there is some graphic violence, there’s also a good read within its pages. Young adults will learn about how horses have been used throughout the ages and a good bit of world history. They’ll also find themselves engrossed in Meagan’s adventures.” ~Laura L. Hutchinson, Free Lance-Star
[Read more →]An Adventure Young & Old will Love to Read – Rebecca’s Reads
August 9th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media
Eclipsed by Shadow is an adventure about the love of horses that young and old will love to read. The history of the horse is only part of the book. Meagan’s interaction with the people of each era is amazing to read … The book will pull you in to the darkness of history and not let you stop reading until you get to the end. ~ Allison King, Rebecca’s Reads
[Read more →]
