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LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Biography
ABOUT LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Lee’s writing reflects the many influences in her life. Her novel, “Where the Nightbird Sings”, is a glimpse of western culture and history. She spent her early years on a west Texas ranch absorbing the wild tales her great uncle told around a campfire in the evenings. Every detail found a niche in her memory. Her grandfather was a cousin of the famous “Old Doc Hargus” of nearby Dimmit County and the inspiration of many of these tales.
Her family’s later move to the big city of Dallas was a cultural and physical shock. It was during the Great Depression and her parents had no idea how bad things really were as they had lived in isolation on the remote ranch. Lee is currently writing an anthology inspired by these times. Watch for “They Call It Prairie Creek.”
After public schools, Lee attended the University of Texas and Southern Methodist University. When many years as a Civil Service employee became too boring to bear, Lee switched to personnel work and eventually owned her own agency.
Writing was only a hobby until early retirement gave her time to broaden her writing interests. “Welby the Worm Who Lost His Wiggle” and the “Welby the Worm” workbook introduced children to her work. The enthusiastic young fans of Welby the Worm caught the ear of local home school organizations and Lee became an instructor at their Home School Enrichment Centers.
A love of mystery stories inspired Lee to write “The Paragon.” This story of evil deceit is not for the faint-hearted.
During this period Lee became a freelance essayist. She has been published in many on-line and print periodicals. This resulted in her becoming a motivational speaker.
Lee’s teaching of middle school students revealed the need for a different textbook for young writers. This gave birth to her writer’s textbook, “Writing with All Your Senses”. It is widely accepted, especially in Home School classes.
Other books by Lee include “The Song Goes On” (the sequel to “Where the Nightbird Sings”) and a youth historical adventure “The Children of the Rocks”.
The Welby workbook was self-published. Lee’s other books were self-published as computer disc books. (Save a tree!)
Lee and her husband John live and work in the Ft.Lauderdale, Florida area. They have eleven grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.
Lee’s writing reflects the many influences in her life. Her novel, “Where the Nightbird Sings”, is a glimpse of western culture and history. She spent her early years on a west Texas ranch absorbing the wild tales her great uncle told around a campfire in the evenings. Every detail found a niche in her memory. Her grandfather was a cousin of the famous “Old Doc Hargus” of nearby Dimmit County and the inspiration of many of these tales.
Her family’s later move to the big city of Dallas was a cultural and physical shock. It was during the Great Depression and her parents had no idea how bad things really were as they had lived in isolation on the remote ranch. Lee is currently writing an anthology inspired by these times. Watch for “They Call It Prairie Creek.”
After public schools, Lee attended the University of Texas and Southern Methodist University. When many years as a Civil Service employee became too boring to bear, Lee switched to personnel work and eventually owned her own agency.
Writing was only a hobby until early retirement gave her time to broaden her writing interests. “Welby the Worm Who Lost His Wiggle” and the “Welby the Worm” workbook introduced children to her work. The enthusiastic young fans of Welby the Worm caught the ear of local home school organizations and Lee became an instructor at their Home School Enrichment Centers.
A love of mystery stories inspired Lee to write “The Paragon.” This story of evil deceit is not for the faint-hearted.
During this period Lee became a freelance essayist. She has been published in many on-line and print periodicals. This resulted in her becoming a motivational speaker.
Lee’s teaching of middle school students revealed the need for a different textbook for young writers. This gave birth to her writer’s textbook, “Writing with All Your Senses”. It is widely accepted, especially in Home School classes.
Other books by Lee include “The Song Goes On” (the sequel to “Where the Nightbird Sings”) and a youth historical adventure “The Children of the Rocks”.
The Welby workbook was self-published. Lee’s other books were self-published as computer disc books. (Save a tree!)
Lee and her husband John live and work in the Ft.Lauderdale, Florida area. They have eleven grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.
Where to find LEE HARGUS HUNTER online
Website: http://www.LeeHargusHunter.com
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Books
Welby the Worm Who Lost His Wiggle
by LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 1,200.
Language:
English.
Published: January 18, 2011
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Categories:
Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables
Welby is a disabled worm who learns that in God's world everyone is important.The humorous little creature cannot wiggle but learns to move about in his own fashion. He studies the world about him and becomes a happy, helpful member of the community.
BITS AND PIECES
by LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Price:
$3.00 USD.
Words: 3,620.
Language:
English.
Published: April 22, 2009
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Categories:
EVERY WRITER I KNOW HAS A SECRET TROVE OF LITTLE BITS AND PIECES THAT HE HASN'T BEEN ABLE TO USE BUT ARE TOO PRECIOUS TO THROW AWAY.ONE FRIEND HAS A CARVED IVORY BOX WITH AN OPAL INLAY OF A DRAGON. MINE IS AN OLD SHOE BOX THAT IS HIDDEN UNDER MY BED.I DON'T KNOW HOW OLD THAT BOX IS BUT THE LABEL SAYS SIZE SIX MEDIUM AND I NOW WEAR A SIZE SEVEN.THE LARGE W STANDS FOR WOMAN NOT WIDE. HERE ARE A FEW.
THE CHILDREN OF THE ROCKS
by LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Price:
$3.00 USD.
Words: 46,320.
Language:
English.
Published: March 4, 2009
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Categories:
Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » General
Teen-adult: The story of a courageous band of children who faced danger and a strange way of life during the early days of our country. Exciting enough for dedicated gamers(are you listening game makers?)and discerning readers teen-adult. Based on a famous legend of a daring, light-skinned brave who led his warriors into battle with his long red hair flowing in the wind like a magic torch.
The Paragon
by LEE HARGUS HUNTER
Price:
$3.00 USD.
Words: 61,900.
Language:
English.
Published: February 22, 2009
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Categories:
Fiction » Mystery & detective » General
A student with more guile than honesty creates a plan to marry then murder a wealthy young woman.This one will have you looking over your shoulder and questioning the honesty of everyone you meet.