Theresa Tomlinson facts for kids
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Theresa Tomlinson
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| Born | 14 August 1946 Crawley, Sussex, England |
| Occupation | writer |
| Alma mater | Hull College of Education |
| Spouse | Alan Tomlinson (1967–present) |
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Theresa Tomlinson is an English writer who creates books for children. She was born in 1946 in Crawley, Sussex, England. She mostly writes exciting stories about history.
Theresa believes it is important for young people to learn about different ways of life. This helps them decide what is best for them as they grow up.
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About Theresa Tomlinson
Theresa Tomlinson grew up in Cleveland and North Yorkshire. Her father, Alan Johnston, was a vicar, which is a type of Christian priest.
She went to Hull College of Art and later Hull College of Education. After finishing her studies, she lived in Sheffield for many years.
Becoming a Writer
Theresa started telling stories to her three children. This is how she discovered how much she loved writing. She especially enjoys writing about historical events and people.
Today, Theresa is a grandmother and lives in Whitby with her husband. She has become very interested in the Anglo-Saxon period of history. This is a time in England's past, from about 450 AD to 1066 AD. She is also a member of groups for writers, like the National Association of Writers in Education.
Her Books
Theresa Tomlinson has written many books for young readers. She is known for her historical fiction, which means her stories are set in the past.
The Forestwife Trilogy
One of her famous series is called the Forestwife trilogy. This series includes three books:
- The Forestwife (published in 1993)
- Child of the May (published in 1998)
- The Path of the She Wolf (published in 2000)
These books tell the story of the Robin Hood legend in a new way. They focus on Maid Marian, a strong female character in the tales.
Other Historical Novels
Another one of Theresa Tomlinson's novels is called Better Than Gold. This book tells the story of King Penda of Mercia. He was a powerful king who ruled a kingdom in England during the Anglo-Saxon period.
What Inspired Her
Theresa Tomlinson has shared some of the books that inspired her. When she was a child, her favorite books were:
- The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis
- The Secret Garden by Francis Hodgson Burnett
As an adult, she found inspiration in the works of other authors. These include Alan Garner and Jane Gardam.
