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Just write books presents writing award for maine nonfiction

11/22/2019

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The ability to write a story is a unique skill, and Maine has a long history of being the home of many a writer. To seek new talent and give a platform to Maine authors, the Topsham Public Library hosts its annual competition, Joy of the Pen, bringing together local writers and celebrating Maine stories. Just Write Books sponsors the Maine-related Nonfiction Award, and the winners were selected by Nancy Randolph.
PictureEmma Gibbon, Topsham Library, presents awards to Mike Giggey (Honorable Mention) and Robin Hansen (First Place).
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​The winner for 2019 was Robin Hanson for her short story “Eternally Green”, a tale of a quest for a campsite. It was chosen for “a great story, clear characters, and an O. Henry ending,” This year’s Honorable Mention went to Mike Giggey for his short story “The Budding Outdoorsman,” about a fishing expedition he shared with his grandson, which is “a story that tugs the heart then delivers an environmental message.”

Robin Hansen has worked as a journalist and written about knitting, but pens stories and poems when deeply moved. Her articles and stories have appeared in regional and national publications from Yankee Magazine to Family Fun and Saturday Evening Post. 

Mike Giggey is a semi-retired environmental engineer with Wright-Pierce of Topsham, former chair of the Topsham Planning Board, and life-long advocate for Maine and its water resources.
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    Nancy E. Randolph operates Just Write Books offering consulting and coaching for writers.

    An active community member she co-­chaired the rehabilitation effort of the Androscoggin Swinging Bridge and guided the planning and creation of two riverside parks at each end. Along with two others she founded and serves as a member of the board of Save Our Swinging Bridge.Org to ensure the maintenance of the historic Roebling designed and built bridge connecting Topsham and Brunswick.

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