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Colin MacIntyre,Ellen MacAskill

Hometown Tales: Highlands and Hebrides

Hometown Tales: Highlands and Hebrides

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Hometown Tales is a series of books pairing new voices with established writers, celebrating regional diversity and exploring the meaning of home. The Boy in the Bubble is a memoir about growing up on the Isle of Mull, and A9 is a short fiction about a girl torn between her love in Inverness and the chance to spread her wings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2018
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co


Hometown Tales is a captivating series of books that brings together exciting new voices with some of the most renowned and influential writers of our time. Within these pages, nestled in the enchanting landscapes of the Highlands and Hebrides, readers are treated to two unique and captivating tales.

The Boy in the Bubble is a vibrant, humorously poignant, and profoundly moving memoir that delves into the experiences of growing up on the picturesque Isle of Mull. The author, a talented musician, the driving force behind Mull Historical Society, and the acclaimed author of The Letters of Ivor Punch, Colin MacIntyre, has skillfully crafted this heartfelt narrative.

A9 is a captivating short fiction piece that explores the complexities of a young girl's heart as she navigates the tug-of-war between her love for Inverness and the desire to spread her wings. Ellen MacAskill, a talented writer, has skillfully woven a tale that captivates readers with its vivid portrayal of emotions and the choices that shape our lives.

Through these captivating tales, Hometown Tales celebrates regional diversity, explores the essence of home, and invites readers on a journey of discovery and introspection. Each story offers a unique perspective, painting a vivid picture of the landscapes, cultures, and characters that make these regions truly special. Whether through fiction or narrative non-fiction, these tales are powerful, fascinating, and deeply moving, leaving a lasting impact on those who encounter them.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 137 x 205 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474608817

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