The Dreamer – THE BEGINNING contains a frontispiece featuring the title character, Tris, and 29 sketches of the animals mentioned within the text of the book. These drawings were shrunken so as to fit on the pages and in doing so, much of the detail was lost. For those who would like a larger view of the original pictures, here’s a small sampling:
All artwork by E. A. Meigs.
Today is the official launch date of The Dreamer book series. I chose this day to coincide with my late mother’s birthday in honor of her steadfast support of my writing, and also, in recognition of her wisdom, bravery, and many other fine qualities. Not to mention her great devotion and love of family. She was an inspiration to me during her lifetime and her memory still inspires me to this day.
November 15, 2016
New Ice Age-Era Novel, The Dreamer – THE BEGINNING, Presents a Unique and Solidly Masterful Historical Fiction Adventure
Dreamer Literary Productions launches the first in a string of books that transports the reader back 40,000 years, through a compelling narrative that chronicles the life of a Neanderthal man.
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CHATHAM, Mass. (November 15, 2016) — Independent publisher, Dreamer Literary Productions, LLC and author E. A. Meigs, announce the release of a new book series called The Dreamer. These engaging novels follow the life of a young Neanderthal man, Tris (the Dreamer), his father Tor, and their Cro-Magnon friend and neighbor, Black Wolf. At the time of the Earth’s last Great Glacial Period, Europe was inhabited by at least two peoples: the Neanderthal and the Cro-Magnon. Although this primitive world was filled with a harsh and stunning beauty, it was also a brutally difficult period in mankind’s history. Humans struggled to survive against the dangers posed by an inhospitable climate and their perilous position within nature’s food chain. As the story unfolds, Tris’s dreams figure prominently, but it is really an ongoing adventure that revolves around family, friendship, love, social conflict, and endurance against the odds.
Reader quotes:
“The Dreamer- the Beginning is a captivating tale, giving a convincing and passionate voice to a young man from humankind’s early history. It is well researched and based on scientific study, lending additional credence to a very creative story involving a time in our history that is very much shrouded in mystery and conjecture.” ~ Nancy Bourdeau
“Fascinating saga of the times and life amid a Neanderthal family as seen from the perspective of a man with a special gift and a love of his family. It’s just like being there; you become involved with their trials and joys. The dreams give you a glimpse of future dangers and events, leading you through an engrossing journey.” ~ Carol Beusee
The first book: The Dreamer – THE BEGINNING will be available for sale on November 17th, 2016. More information on this series, including pricing and how to purchase may be found online at: www.dreamerliteraryproductions.com.
Cover photo by Paula Krugerud.
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The Dreamer is a series of novels that follows the life of a young Neanderthal man, Tris (the Dreamer), his father Tor, and their Cro-Magnon friend and neighbor, Black Wolf. At the time of the Earth’s last Great Glacial Period, Europe was inhabited by at least two peoples: the Neanderthal and the Cro-Magnon. Although this primitive world was filled with a harsh and stunning beauty, it was also a brutally difficult period in mankind’s history. Humans struggled to survive against the dangers posed by an inhospitable climate and their perilous position within nature’s food chain. As the story unfolds, Tris’s dreams figure prominently, but it is really an ongoing adventure that revolves around family, friendship, love, social conflict and endurance against the odds.
Click on the tabs (above) to read about the 3 books that are currently in the works. The first book, The Dreamer – The Beginning, is in the final proofing phase and it will become available for sale this fall. The Dreamer II – The Gathering is going through pre-copyediting edits and The Dreamer III – The People of the Wolves is starting the first draft stage.
A new Dreamer book will be released each fall until the saga has reached its conclusion. At this writing, a minimum of six books are planned, but there will likely be many more.
Cover photo by Paula Krugerud.