Frances M Hendry

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Frances Mary Hendry (b. 1941) is an author of children's historical fiction. Born and educated in Glasgow, Scotland she now resides in Nairn[1], where many of her books are set.

[edit] Writing

Hendry was a teacher for 23 years and wrote plays and pantomimes for the Nairn Drama Club [2]. She submitted a story to the first BBC "Quest for a Kelpie" writing competition and won first prize — the book took its name from the competition. [3] [4] She has subsequently had 16 books published, most of which are historical fiction for young adults; historically accurate, with imaginary young people inserted into them. Two are fantasy; two are for younger readers. Several have won prizes and awards[5][6].

[edit] References

  1. ^ Oxford | Education | Frances Mary Hendry
  2. ^ Scottish Arts Council - Opening of Nairn Little Theatre - 'Bit of a Pantomime'
  3. ^ Publisher of the Month: Floris Books - Books From Scotland
  4. ^ Frances Hendry - Canongate Home
  5. ^ OUP: UK General Catalogue
  6. ^ l'express

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