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The Nipkins, Vol. II written by Francis Eugene Wood
About the book
In this second volume of The Nipkins, the author shares the exploits of the minute and lovable forest dwellers. His love and respect for nature comes to life through the words of the old woodsman, a wise and trusted friend of the Nipkins. Their stories and adventures will touch the hearts and ignite the imaginations of young and old. Readers will follow the woodsman as he travels to a sacred place where the mystery of the Liddygidds is revealed. You will also learn the story of the reclusive tribe of Nipkins known as The Bark Dwellers or Barkies. Get ready for all the magic, mystery and adventure of the Nipkins. Its a journey you will never forget.
- Paperback - 5½ x 8
- 140 pages
A note from the author
"I cannot tell you the joy The Nipkins has given me over the years or explain the sorrow I felt when I finished writing the book. It has been a dream come true for me. You see, I saw my first Nipkin when I was only six years old. For a number of years I thought it should be a secret until a very old Cherokee Indian confirmed what I had seen. It was after this chance meeting in The Great Smoky Mountains that I began sharing stories about the "little ones" of the forests. And then only with trusted friends and family. My children grew up knowing the Nipkins were always present and very close to their father wherever he was. They knew the "little ones" protected all of those people who love and respect nature. I have seen what the Native Americans know to be. And I urge you to listen, for there is something in the forest."
About the author
Francis Eugene Wood was born in Farmville, Virginia. He grew up in Brunswick County, near Lawrenceville, where he lived until moving back to Farmville in 1971. Francis is now General Manager of Colonial Broadcasting Company, Inc. (WFLO in Farmville). He has taught radio courses at Longwood University in Farmville and often conducts lectures concerning the broadcasting industry. He lives in a log cabin in Buckingham County, Virginia with his wife and son.
I had a wonderful childhood, a good family, and all the adventures a boy should experience. I was just a shy country boy. I did it all, from carrying papers to cutting grass, little league baseball, Boy Scouts, church and school activities. I became a part-time radio announcer when I was fifteen. I had a big imagination, too, which served me well. I loved the forests and the river and felt a kinship with nature at an early age, which I've retained throughout my life. Many of my stories come from my past.
I write about the things I know. It's not forced at all. Just real natural. When you are quiet you notice things around you. I think about a story for a while and then bolts of light begin shooting through my brain. That's when I write. I have to. No outline. No notes. Nothing fancy about it at all. I just sit down and tell the story on paper.
My stories are culled from the experiences of my life. The hardest question to answer about my stories is...'was is true?' Well, there is so much truth to them that I'd rather not say. People will label them one day. They always have to label things. I just want to tell a good story.
Each book is signed by the author.
Other books by this author
Angel Carver
Autumn's Reunion
Christmas Letter
Fodder Milo Stories
Nipkins, Vol. I
Nipkins, Vol. III
Return to Winterville
SnowPeople
Snowflake
Tackle Box Memories
Teardrop Fiddle
Two Tales & a Pipe Dream
Wind Dancer's Flute
Winterville Forever
Wooden Bell
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