Nate Granzow’s hilarious and action-packed “Phaistos Paragon” is the 2017 Grandmaster award winner. Dirk Cussler awards the “Clive” trophy.
— Nate Granzow
DENVER, COLORADO, USA, October 21, 2017 /EINPresswire.com/ — In a crowded Cussler Museum, filled with exotic cars and people, Dirk Cussler prepared to announce the Grandmaster award winner in the 2017 Adventure Writers Competition. “The three finalists were all outstanding. Unfortunately, one of you will love me and the other two will probably want to firebomb my car.”
Of course, no fire was involved after Dirk announced the 2017 Grandmaster as Nate Granzow for his hilarious and action-packed archeological thriller, “Phaistos Paragon”.
“I am humbled and honored,” a happily surprised Granzow stated after accepting the “Clive” award. He thanked Dirk, the Clive Cussler Collector’s Society and the Adventure Writers Competition. Award-winning author and publisher Jeff Edwards reminded us all that even though one may not win the coveted “Clive” trophy, “past finalists and winners have used this contest as a springboard to greater things.” Jeff graciously spent time with each finalist discussing their future and writing plans. Advice was welcome, as always.
“Each year the contest gets closer and closer. It’s amazing that anyone could stand out in such a tough field, but Nate did so eloquently and with a wildly fun and humorous tale of adventure,” said AWC Director Peter Greene. “We congratulate our finalists and all who entered. Writing is a tough thing, and we appreciate the effort and sacrifices people make to produce quality work.”
Besides the congratulations, Nate also walked away with the BIG check (suitable for framing), the “Clive” and a real check from Dirk Cussler for $1000. See all books by Nate Granzow and enjoy!
Here are the 3 FINALISTS in the 2017 Adventure Writers Competition (in alphabetical order):
Minidoka Legacy by Domenick Venezia
Phaistos Paragon by Nate Granzow
Piercing the Veil by Eric Wentz
The Adventure Writers Competition, now in it’s eighth year, is sponsored by the Clive Cussler Collector’s Society and is held yearly. The 2018 competition begins April 1, 2018 and accepts submissions through June 15, 2018. The competition is open to published and unpublished novels that meet the rules for submission and the entry criteria. See www.adventurewriterscompetition.com for more details.
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