Category Archives: My Writings

Canada: What is it We Believe In?

Posted on June 29, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

I am a proud Canadian. On July 1st I will once again stand with other Canadians to be part of the ‘Living Flag’. This year it will not be at the Manitoba’s Legislative Building but rather in front of the … Continue reading →

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Dystopian novel imagines world of immortality

Posted on June 24, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Press Release James W. Hoddinott describes world without societal ethics in new book ‘The Fates’ WINNIPEG, Manitoba – Author James W. Hoddinott proffers readers a dystopia of devastating immortality in his new novel, “The Fates”(published by Trafford Publishing) “We have … Continue reading →

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Whole-Class Novels vs. Choice-Only Reading: Part Two

Posted on June 23, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Oops! I’ve got to start by apologizing. I initiated this series and then took an end-of-the-school-year blogging hiatus.  You all know how quickly April turns into June in the classroom, so I appreciate your understanding of the whirlwind that is third trimester. Like I…

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Dystopian novel imagines world of immortality

Posted on June 16, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Press Release James W. Hoddinott describes world without societal ethics in new book ‘The Fates’ WINNIPEG, Manitoba – Author James W. Hoddinott proffers readers a dystopia of devastating immortality in his new novel, “The Fates”(published by Trafford Publishing) “We have … Continue reading →

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Humble Beginnings: One Dad’s Story

Posted on June 14, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

CHAPTER ONE (A brief excerpt from a work in progress) Being born during the ‘Dirty Thirties’, the Great Depression as it has become to be known and written about certainly has helped determine, shape who I am. In November of … Continue reading →

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Our Inner Struggle

Posted on June 8, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

There is a legend from the Native American culture that speaks of the ‘Two Wolves’ inside each of us. In essence in almost all of the religions or cultures of the world there are similar teachings and stories. Each of us is … Continue reading →

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The Launch

Posted on June 5, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Bestseller List June 8th      Bestseller List June 1st On June 4th I had the opportunity to discuss, read and celebrate my latest novel ‘The Fates’. I would like to thank McNally Robinson Booksellers for the great venue to hold the event. … Continue reading →

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James W Hoddinott Book Launch

Posted on May 27, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

Come join me for the Book Launch Tomorrow Night at McNally Robinson Booksellers in Winnipeg. That is June 4th at 7:00 pm. There will be a signing, a reading as well as refreshments and light snacks served. ‘The Fates’ and ‘When Eagles … Continue reading →

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‘The Fates’ Book Launch

Posted on May 23, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

McNally Robinson Booksellers presents James W. Hoddinott launching his second novel The Fates    Wednesday June 4, 7:00 pm Grant Park in the Atrium This book follows society’s search for immortality. The Fates explores a society made up of those that put … Continue reading →

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The Fates: Website Launch

Posted on May 16, 2014 by jameswhoddinott

I am excited to announce my new webpage found at http://www.jwhoddinott.com The Fates official book launch is scheduled for June 4th at 7:00 pm at McNally Robinson in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Please join me for a book signing, reading and refreshments. I … Continue reading →

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