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First Flight Around the World, finalist for nonfiction award

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Tim

I’m honored that my recent book First Flight Around the World: The Adventures of the American Fliers Who Won the Race has been named a finalist for the YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award. Few people know about this 1924 Army Air Service … Continue reading →

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World Flight starting line and finish line

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Tim

Is there a history site you’ve wanted to visit for a long time? I finally managed a visit to one that had been on my list. I was doing research for my recent book, First Flight Around the World, and … Continue reading →

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My new book: First Flight Around the World

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Tim

I’m proud to announce my new book, First Flight Around the World:The Adventures of the American Fliers Who Won the Race. It was just published by Abrams Books for Young Readers. While targeted to ages 10-14, the book works for … Continue reading →

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