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Bill Swan
Born (1939-01-25) January 25, 1939 (age 86)
Bright, Ontario, Canada
Occupation Author, journalist, educator
Genre Children's Literature

Bill Swan was born on January 25, 1939, in Bright, Ontario, Canada. He is a Canadian author who writes exciting books for young readers. Today, he lives in Courtice, Ontario. Besides writing, Bill Swan also teaches writing classes online. He also works as a communications consultant, helping people share their ideas clearly.

About Bill Swan

Bill Swan has had a very interesting career. Before becoming a full-time author, he was a college administrator. He also taught journalism at Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario. This means he helped students learn how to be great reporters and writers.

His Early Career

Bill Swan also worked as a newspaper editor. This job meant he was in charge of what stories went into the newspaper. He was also a columnist, which means he wrote regular articles giving his opinions or telling stories. He even spent a year at the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. All these experiences helped him become a skilled writer and storyteller.

Bill Swan's Books

Bill Swan is best known for his action-packed books for kids. Many of his stories are about sports and adventures. They often feature young characters facing challenges and learning important lessons.

Sports and Adventure Stories

Here are some of the exciting books Bill Swan has written:

  • Fast Finish (1998)
  • Mud Run (2003)
  • Off Track! (2003)
  • Corner Kick (2004)
  • Deflection (2004)
  • Mud Happens (2006)
  • Road Rage (2006)
  • The Enforcer (2007)
  • Man-to-Man (2009)

Real Justice: A True Story

One of his notable books is Real Justice: Fourteen and Sentenced to Death (2012). This book tells a true story, which means it's based on real events. It's a powerful story that explores important themes.

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