Robert Vescio – Young Authors Academy

Welcome Pauline and thanks for joining us on the blog today!

What is the most recent book you’ve had published and can you please tell us a bit about it?

My most recent book is called Cinnamon Stevens – Crime Buster. It’s a fun, mystery story for readers 9-12. Cinnamon dreams of being a super sleuth. Her chance comes when a class-mate disappears.

What was the first story you remember writing when you were at school and can you tell us what happened in the story?

When I was about thirteen I wrote my first book The Spellbinder’s Secret. Cassandra and her cousin Alison have magical powers. They get entangled in a war between good and bad magicians. Unfortunately it’s still unpublished!

What got you interested in writing in the first place?

I was always interested in writing because I love reading. I think that being able to create characters and tell a story is an amazing gift. Every day I try to do it better.

What’s your favourite writing tip and how do you use it in your writing?

My writing tip is: don’t panic when the words aren’t flowing or you can’t think of an idea. Go for a long walk or have a hot shower. Relax. Your imagination is amazing. Trust that it will, eventually, solve the problem.

What’s your favourite fun activity to do besides writing?

My favourite fun activity is playing table tennis. I also love going to the beach. Winter or summer doesn’t matter. I just love the sea.

Thanks for joining us Pauline! For more about Pauline and her writing go to:

www.paulinehosking.net

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Welcome to the blog Robert, and thanks for sharing five fantastic facts about you with Young Authors Academy.

What is the most recent book you’ve had published and can you please tell us a bit about it?

Finn and Puss with Melissa Mackie and published by EK Books. Finn, a young boy, is lonely. Puss, a cat, is lost. Then Finn and Puss meet. Suddenly Finn isn’t lonely anymore, and Puss seems quite happy to be with Finn too. So when Finn sees a ‘Lost’ poster, put up by Puss’s owners, he’s faced with a tough decision. Will he do the right thing?

Finn and Puss is a tender tale that explores ethics and integrity through the friendship of a lonely boy and a lost cat.

This simple story, told in few words, gently explores how sometimes we need to make hard choices but that ‘doing the right thing’ has its own rewards.

What was the first story you remember writing when you were at school and can you tell us what happened in the story?

A story about a bunny who enjoyed digging things up. I always wanted a bunny so I made one up.

What got you interested in writing in the first place?

Books. I am a self-confessed hoarder of books, especially children’s books. I read every night. It relaxes me. Books take you in and out of magical lands. They make you laugh and they make you shiver. But, best of all, they make you dreamy and leave you bursting with excitement.

Reading is fun! You never know where your next adventure will take you…who you’ll meet on your trail…or what you’ll find.

I love to read and I enjoy writing stories and sharing them with children.

What’s your favourite writing tip and how do you use it in your writing?

Write what you know. Think of something close to your heart and make it interesting. If something is very close and dear to your heart the words will flow out easily.

What’s your favourite fun activity to do besides writing?

Going to the movies. It’s a family favourite.

You can find out everything you need to know about Robert and his books, here: www.robertvescio.com

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