Joseph Posner: Huckleberries, a Tree Named Sherman, & a Giveaway
I’m happy for you to meet UK author Joseph Posner this week and learn about his YA Fantasy novel, A Woodland Tale: Concerning How National Parks Came to Be. I think you’ll find his story concept unique, like no other book you’ve read. He’s offered a copy as a giveaway, so be sure to comment on this post by March 8 for a chance to win.
Due to the sound interruption when Joseph was reading the quote from his book, I’ve added it here so you can enjoy the full beauty of it.
‘The sunsets. Sunsets here are like no others. The orange hue gently fades as the mystic blue night takes over, and at dawn, the hazy dust is peeled back by opaque light and the glorious sun illuminates the entire array of the land’s colors: green trees, clear waters, and fair brown paths. Elsewhere, high passes overlook deep waterfalls that tumble gently like autumn leaves, and spectacular flora, flowers of pink, purple, green, and red, are dotted among creatures’ abodes and commune in wondrous fields.’
Join the conversation. Are you a lover of nature and the outdoors? Do you agree that Joseph’s story sounds unique and interesting? What questions or comments do you have for Joseph?
Be sure to comment by March 8 for a chance to win a copy of Joseph’s book. (Keep scrolling to find the comments section)
A Woodland Tale by Joseph Posner
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National parks are places of immeasurable beauty, but before them came something else . . .
Discover the origin of National Parks, through the lives and adventures of some fantastic creatures. The Creative One fashioned Realms that preceded the parks, as formless and without void until they were filled with remarkable life. In one of the Realms, known as Glacier, there is a formidable being known as the Huckleberry King who reigns supreme over his clan of living warrior berries. The Huckles had lived in relative peace, but have long-ranging disputes with the Redwood Trees, concerning the Ancient Manuscripts.
Throughout, the reader is immersed in a transformative adventure as the Huckles journey through the Realms. The Huckles encounter creatures and scenes that move and inspire in them a love for nature and the outdoors, which ushers them to nurture and care for their world. Eventually, the Huckles and Trees lay aside their disputes, as they are taught love and preservation for creation. This leads to the Realms being changed into National Parks that reflect these principles. As the Huckles do on their journey, so too must we fall in love with preservation of our world, in the way that God intends.
My name is Joseph and I am an associate pastor from London, United Kingdom. My church is a medium-sized Pentecostal congregation, where we love praise and worship. My background is in youth ministry, and I have regularly preached on Sundays. I have an undergraduate degree (BA) in Theology and Youth Ministry, and am working towards an MTH in Biblical and Theological Studies, from Spurgeon’s College.
My literary background began at a very young age. I would regularly take part in competitions at school; poetic and story-telling. I qualified well in English language and literature right throughout school up until University, and have recently become a published author in the field of Christian fiction. I like to write unique stories and poetry that reveal God’s creative power and marvellous work. My first novel, entitled ‘ A Woodland Tale: Concerning How National Parks Came to Be,’ was inspired during me and my wife’s travels around America’s beautiful national parks.
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Deena Adams
As a Jesus girl for more than thirty years, Deena Adams understands how important hope is to daily life, which fuels her passion to inspire others through hope-filled fiction based on true to life stories. She is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube Agency and is a multi-award-winning writer, an active ACFW member, and ACFW Virginia president. Connect with Deena through her website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
21 Comments
Marilyn Rushing
Thank you for the chance to win your book
Deena Adams
Congratulations, Heidi! You’re the winner of Joseph’s book. Look for an email soon.
Thanks to everyone who watched and joined the conversation. Hope you’ll continue to enjoy future interviews.
Steven G Smith
I have been to all the parks he mentioned but Glacier National Park. We were in the Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, and Cour D’ Elene a few years ago. I’ve been to Yosemite and number of times, and Sequoia Park as a boy and our honeymoon.We hiked down into the Grand Canyon and saw Big Horn Sheep, two rams butting heads , but it was so hot (110) they just layed down next to each other. We loved Huckleberries on our visit in the Northwest and tried jam, ice cream, syrup etc. So it will be fun to read about the Huckleberry King.
Deena Adams
Hi, Steven. Thanks so much for watching and joining the conversation. I hope you’ll get to read Joseph’s book!
Teresa+Moyer
This sounds like a good read 🙂 Enjoyed the interview.
Joseph Posner
Thankyou, Teresa & Moyer. 🙂
Deena Adams
Thanks, Teresa! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😀
Joseph Posner
Thanks Deena!
Deena Adams
My pleasure, Joseph!
Penny McGinnis
This book sounds fascinating and seems like a book we need to help us appretiate the unique world God created. Great interview!
Deena Adams
So glad you enjoyed the interview, Penny! Thanks so much for stopping by.
Joseph Posner
Amen! There is so much beauty.
Alyssa Schwarz
I don’t usually read much in this genre, but this book sounds fascinating!
Deena Adams
I agree, Alyssa! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
Joseph Posner
Thanks, Alyssa. it was definetly fun to write. 🙂
Heidi
It’s rare to have your first manuscript picked up for publishing so that’s a testament to the uniqueness of Joseph’s book. Even though YA/SpecFic/Fantasy/Literary isn’t my usual genre to read, I enjoyed listening to this interview and think his book sounds interesting.
Deena Adams
I agree, Heidi. Not my go-to genre either but it sounds interesting. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
Joseph Posner
Thanks, Heidi. Initially I thought the idea may be too wacky and abstract but thankfully it worked out!
David Parks
I would love to meet the Huckleberry King!
Deena Adams
Hi, Dave! You can meet him and many other unique characters in Joseph’s book. 😀If you don’t win the giveaway, maybe you can purchase a copy.
Joseph Posner
Be careful if you come across him, he is known to have outbursts of anger!