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Sea Trials by Wendy Hinman: “A modern, swashbuckling adventure” — Seattle Book Review

“A modern, swashbuckling adventure, Sea Trials: Around the World with Duct Tape and Bailing Wire will quickly transport readers through a fascinating, light read out to sea aboard the Vela.” — Seattle Book Review

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Sea Trials by Wendy Hinman Earns a Kirkus Starred Review!

“. . . The author’s expressive writing captures the wonder of being at sea in all its glory. . . her engaging narrative succeeds in capturing the thrills and frustrations of this intrepid family. Taking in remarkably far-flung destinations such … Continue reading

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Wendy Hinman announces a new book!

Award-winning author Wendy Hinman is excited to share her new book with the world.  COMING APRIL 2017 Sea Trials tells the gripping story of a family in a tireless quest to sail around the world despite daunting challenges including a … Continue reading

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Write up in the Cape Cod Pulse

Author to Share Her Experience of Seven Years on the High Seas Here’s what the article says: “For most people, a boat trip is purposefully short, not unlike the three-hour tour that Gilligan and his crew set out upon in … Continue reading

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Wendy Hinman to sign books at Titcomb Bookshop on Cape Cod June 25

On June 25th from @-3pm, Wendy Hinman will be at Titcomb Bookshop, chatting with customers and signing books. Come visit this adorable bookstore and find out more about Wendy’s seven-year, 34,000-mile adventure and her award winning book. http://www.titcombsbookshop.com/ Don’t miss … Continue reading

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Wendy Hinman to present at Falmouth Yacht Club on June 16th

Author Evening at Falmouth Yacht Club, June 16th Award winning author and voyager Wendy Hinman will be presenting photos and stories from her 7-year, 34,000-mile sailing adventure aboard a 31-foot sailboat and sign copies of her book, Tightwads on the … Continue reading

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Wendy Hinman and Tightwads on the Loose featured in Examiner.com

During the Strictly Sail Boat Show in Richmond California, Wendy Hinman spoke with Examiner.com reporter Cindy Warner. Read the full article here. http://www.examiner.com/article/strictly-sail-pacific-boat-show-historic-richmond-about-friendships

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Tightwads on the Loose wins Journey Award

First Place Category Winners for the 2015 JOURNEY Awards The JOURNEY Awards writing competition recognizes emerging new talent and outstanding works in the genre of Narrative Non-fiction. The Journey Awards is a division of the Chanticleer Awards International Writing Competitions. … Continue reading

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Wendy Hinman to Present at Strictly Sail Pacific 2016

It’s that time of year again for the Strictly Sail Pacific show. In 2016, it’ll be in Richmond. Presentations: Thursday April 7: Comfort Afloat in the Heat of the tropics 2:15, Seminar Room D Friday April 8: Keeping Your Relationship … Continue reading

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Interview on KSER

KSER’s Ed Bremer talks with Wendy Hinman, author of “Tightwads on the Loose.” The book is the story of Wendy and her husband’s 34-thousand mile, 7 year sail around the Pacific in a 31 foot sailboat. Listen to the full … Continue reading

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