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Nancy Hand

Biography

In the course of years I've held a number of jobs (bookkeeper, sales clerk, computer network engineer) while trying to launch a career (jeweler, sculptor, knitter). In the process I've heard a lot of stories, read a lot of stories, and discovered I like to tell stories. My books were written "for fun". I hope you enjoy them

Series

The Tuan by
Ai El and Pah Sae are fighters in the army of Ekka Ka. One is accused of cowardice, the other of being too violent. To avoid their sentences, they elect to be made "tuan". Their minds will be joined to create what the law considers "one person with two bodies". The melding of their minds continues as they return to the battlefield.
The Saga of Hai-Ek Ai El
Price: $2.99 USD.
The Saga of Hai-Ek Pah Sae
Price: $2.99 USD.

Books

Journey to Astera by
Price: Free! Words: 41,430. Language: English. Published: February 1, 2021. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » General, Fiction » Young adult or teen » Science Fiction
After a violent explosion Mette finds a young boy in the rubble of the palace pavilion. Together with some of her friends, they flee to safety. Just as they're settling in, Mette is told to return the boy to whatever family he may have left. She and the boy then begin a long journey to find his father. They're pursued by people who think the boy is the emperor's youngest son.
The Saga of Hai-Ek Pah Sae by
Series: The Tuan. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 82,280. Language: English. Published: June 29, 2020. Categories: Fiction » Women's fiction » General, Fiction » Adventure » War & military adventure
Sae is from the small village of Pah, deep in the southern region of Ka. After completing her training as a Bow Sae travels north to the city of Ur Ka. There she joins the army of Ekka Ka to defend the queen's realm against attackers from Sanna Toh. To avoid dishonor she is made "tuan" with someone she doesn't know only to discover her tuan may be insane,
The Saga of Hai-Ek Ai El by
Series: The Tuan. Price: $2.99 USD. Language: English. Published: March 29, 2020. Categories: Fiction » Women's fiction » General, Fiction » Adventure » War & military adventure
El is from the small village of Ai, deep in the southern region of Ka. After completing her training as a Sword El travels north with her mother, a Lance, to the city of Ur Ka. There she joins the army of Ekka Ka to defend the queen's realm against attackers from Sanna Toh. Some think her insane, a crazed animal, others are less sure of what she is.
Peter Pentaceratops Toy by
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 3,510. Language: English. Published: January 13, 2017. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a toy dinosaur worked in the round on double point needles. Using DK yarn, the toy will be about 16 by 9 inches (42 x 23 cm). The sample used about 350 yards of DK yarn on US 4 (3.5mm) needles.With sock yarn (fingering) the toy will be slightly smaller, 15 by 8.5 inches (38 x 22 cm). The sample used about 270 yards of sock yarn on US 3 (3.25 mm) needles.
Squirrel Hat - A Knitting Pattern by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 1,280. Language: English. Published: January 13, 2017. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is an adult-sized hat with 2 squirrels and 2 sets of acorns worked as cables using DK weight yarn. Directions are for a single size of about 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) in diameter. The pattern requires about 145 yards (132 m). The hat is worked in the round. A set of 16 inch (40 cm) circular needles is recommended as well as a set of double-point needles in the same size.
Trellis Cable Hat by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 970. Language: American English. Published: September 6, 2015. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This hat has a continuous cable pattern around the sides that ends with a star pattern on the crown. The hat is worked using circular and double-point needles. Hikoo by skacel CoBaSi worked up at 30 sts and 40 rows per 4” (10cm). The hat fits a 22” (56cm) head and uses about 230 yds (210m) of fingering weight yarn. The pattern includes both written instructions and charts.
Rose Lace Hat by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 820. Language: English. Published: May 5, 2015. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a simple lace hat, worked in the round, with a rose design around the head and another flower design on the crown. There is a little extra fabric in the crown that lets you fold the hat easily. The sample measures about 18” (46cm) around. You need 5 stitch markers, a circular needle and a set of double point needles. Uses 145 yards (133 meters) of DK weight yarn on US 5 (3.75mm) needles.
Diamond Shell by
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 1,210. Language: English. Published: March 11, 2015. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a pattern for a simple, scoop-neck top with a diamond texture. The pattern includes written instructions, a chart for the texture stitch, and a schematic. Sizes included are for 33 (35, 37, 39, 41) inch or 83.82(88.9, 93.98, 99.06, 104.14) cm chest with about 1” (2.54 cm) negative ease. The sample was made using about 600 yds of Louet's Euroflax Sport yarn on US 5 needles.
Fractured Entrelac Scarf by
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 2,040. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2015. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This pattern uses fingering weight yarn on US 4 (3.5mm) to create a scarf about 8.5” x 58” (22cm x 147cm). The scarf begins with a set of large blocks which are broken into progressively smaller blocks. The blocks then increase in size again. The pattern includes directions for the entrlac blocks, schematics for the design, and "row by row" instructions.
Entrelac Hat by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 990. Language: English. Published: January 12, 2015. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for an adult-sized cap using entrelac blocks of increasing sizes to form a gentle arch at the crown before straightening out at the sides. It ends with a band of 1x1 rib. It uses a bulky-weight yarn on US 7 (4.5mm) needles for a gauge of 3.5 stitches and 6 rows per inch (2.54cm) in stockinette.
Earflap Hat by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 850. Language: English. Published: September 20, 2014. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a hat with double-knit ear flaps. The hat uses about 160 yards (146 m) of worsted weight yarn on US 8 (5.0mm) needles at a gauge of 5 stitches per inch. The hat is worked flat. The pattern includes written directions for the hat and the double-knit stitch. The head used for modeling the hats is about 25” around (63.5 cm).
Cabled Hat and Scarf by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 1,370. Language: English. Published: March 11, 2014. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a cabled hat, knit in the round, and a matching scarf. The gauge is 5 stitches per inch (2.54 cm) in stockinette to create a hat about 21 inches (53.34 cm) in circumference. Instructions include line-by-line directions and charts for the hat and scarf.
Lace Bolero by
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 2,350. Language: English. Published: March 7, 2014. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a fitted, long-sleeved, short sweater in three sizes (chest size 34, 36, 38" (86.4, 91.4, 96.5 cm)). Neckline decreases are done in a lace panel, which can be challenging. The pattern includes written directions for the sweater, plus written instructions and charts for two lace patterns and the border pattern. There is also a schematic showing sweater dimensions.
Diamond Twist Hat by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 820. Language: English. Published: October 13, 2013. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a simple lace cap worked in the round. It uses about 130 yards (119M) of fingering weight yarn on US 4 (3.5mm) needles at a gauge of about 8 stitches and 10 rows per inch (2.54 cm). The finished hat will fit a woman or larger child. The pattern includes written instructions and a stitch chart.
Another Cabled Hat by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,050. Language: English. Published: October 6, 2013. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a cabled hat knit in the round. The gauge is 5 stitches per inch (2.54 cm) in stockinette to create a hat about 21 inches (53.34 cm) in circumference. Instructions include line-by-line directions and a chart.
Goose, The Moose by
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 4,410. Language: English. Published: October 6, 2013. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
This is a knitting pattern for a stuffed toy. Instructions are included for the moose toy and two sweaters. The size of the toy will depend on your choice of yarn and needle. The pattern includes line-by-line instruction. The toy is worked in-the-round on double-point needles using short rows for shaping.
Candle-Lace Scarf by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 900. Language: English. Published: October 4, 2013. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Crafts & Hobbies
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
This is a knitting pattern for a scarf. The pattern includes both written instructions and a chart for the stitch.
Arianna by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 52,160. Language: English. Published: April 9, 2011. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » General
Dr. Violet Jamison has failed to get the desired information from a prisoner held by the military. Capt. Arianna Lasher is brought in to finish the job started by others. Her unusual methods create problems for both the doctor and her facility.
The Lily on the Wall by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 61,890. Language: English. Published: February 5, 2011. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » General
Mark Caldera has lost his partner, and lover, and is on the verge of losing his ship when he accepts a job he doesn't want, transporting cargo he's not ready to handle. When something is left behind he's required to make hard choices with an uncertain outcome.
Sheridan's Bones by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 93,090. Language: English. Published: August 8, 2010. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Adventure
Frank Cummings accepts a position, as the new captain of the old ship Sheridan, taking a classified cargo to the Ligurian system. Among his crew are old friends and strangers. The classified nature of the cargo means the owner has hired an unidentified agent to help ensure delivery. But the cargo has also attracted an assassin, trying to prevent delivery.
The Dance of The Cat and The Owl by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 221,150. Language: English. Published: May 13, 2010. Categories: Fiction » Women's fiction » General
In 1970, 19-year-old Amanda Walker leaves home to make her way. She finds a position driving a Formula One car on the Grand Prix tour for Team Lamont of Paris. Over the next nine years she travels around the world with the Grand Prix winning races and hearts.

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Smashwords book reviews by Nancy Hand

  • Enlightenment on Dec. 01, 2010

    The book, in format, reminds me of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. There are short, numbered paragraphs, "verses", succinctly stating a point that can be thought about for a lifetime. While the author recognizes limits to the written word, his use of the medium is beautiful.