The Influence of Childhood Reading and Writing with Author Tyler Snure (E127)
In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Tyler Snure, an incredible young author whose journey is as inspiring as his books. Tyler published his debut novel, The Jewels of Fate, when he was just 17 years old. With a lifelong passion for reading and storytelling, Tyler began writing creatively at the age of seven, and his first book took over five years to complete. What started as a short story in elementary school blossomed into a captivating trilogy that fans of fiction, fantasy, and adventure will love.
The second novel in the series, The Sword of Sorenth, followed a few years later, solidifying Tyler’s talent for crafting engaging and action-packed stories. His books are perfect for all ages, especially readers aged 12-18, with themes of found family, community, and thrilling adventures akin to the Percy Jackson series. Tyler is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English and resides in Ontario, Canada, with his family and dog.
Episode Highlights
Tyler’s early love for reading and writing stories
The creative process behind The Jewels of Fate and the trilogy’s evolution
Themes of found family and community in his books
The tone and audience for his books and their similarity to the Percy Jackson series
Insights into Tyler’s writing inspirations and journey
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Show Notes
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
Divergent by Veronica Roth
The Maze Runner by James Dashner
The Hardy Boys by Franklin W. Dixon
One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
The Rose Code by Kate Quinn
Book Flight
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling
The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1 by Rick Riordan
Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
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