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Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters
Genres:
Sea Stories / Folkloric Fantasy
Synopsis:
For most, Bayfield is a quaint, unassuming harbor town. For some, the decades-old headlines alleging unexplainable sightings of strange creatures in the water tell a different story. For a select few, the truth behind these legends, speculations, and folklore is more than a mere mystery: There’s magic in the bay. And for local fisherman Mr. Winslow Hoffner, it’s all just a matter of finding yourself in the wrong place at the right time...
Praise:
"Sometimes you come across something so amazing that it is really hard to put into words that quite encapsulate what you want to say . . . Starting with style, Michael has tons of it to spare. His writing is unique, vivid and engaging. The entire time you get the impression you are either on Winslow’s fishing boat, or listening to Winslow while joining him in a root beer. The writing is witty, funny, and totally a fun ride . . . I can highly recommend Winslow Hoffner’s Incredible Encounters to anyone who is looking for a great story. Be warned, you are going to be looking for more from this gifted author!" - Bryan Nowak, Author, Blogger.
"This is such a wonderful adventure story. It is full of everything readers want in a story—amazing creatures, exotic places, and unforgettable characters . . . The story flowed and the author’s writing style drew me in quickly . . . I can’t wait to read more by this author! - Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' Comments
Latest in Press
Mural Mural on the Wall
As an author guest for Read Across America, Michael Thompson returns to his former elementary school where he created Chicken Boy and discovers a mural of his original characters painted on the library wall!
Upcoming Events
September 4th - First Friday at Scatter Seeds
Meet award-winning local author Michael Thompson at Scatter Seeds for First Friday and pick up an autographed copy of his YA portal fantasy novel, World of the Orb, the folkloric fantasy sea epic Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters, or the latest installment to his action-packed, hilarious superhero series that started it all: Chicken Boy! See you there, Realmhoppers!
October 3rd - 38th Annual Fall Jubilee 🍂
Find Michael Thompson in front of Scatter Seeds for the 38th Annual Fall Jubilee from 10 am - 5:00 pm and pick up a copy of one of his award-winning books for your favorite reader! See you there, Realmhoppers!
August 28th-29th - Fairfax Comic Con 2021 🦊
Meet Michael Thompson at Fairfax Comic Con 2021 in the Dulles Expo Center for a meet & greet / book signing and pick up an autographed copy of one of his award-winning works!