Arthur Slade
Arthur Slade
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Arthur Slade was born on June 24, 1954, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. He is commonly known by his pen name.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: June 24, 1954
Status: Alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Arthur Slade is a Canadian author of young adult fiction.
Early Life and Background
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Slade was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Growing up in the prairies, he developed an interest in storytelling through the oral traditions passed down by his family. He began writing at a young age, encouraged by his parents.
Major Accomplishments
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Arthur Slade is known for his works of young adult fiction. His most notable series includes Dust and Decay, The Hunchback Assignments, and The Dark Vincent. These series are critically acclaimed for their unique blend of fantasy and science fiction elements with historical settings.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Arthur Slade's notable works include:
_Dust and Decay_ (2010) - a post-apocalyptic novel set in the American Midwest.
_The Hunchback Assignments_ (2004) - a young adult thriller series featuring characters inspired by Victor Hugo's _Les Misérables_.
* _The Dark Vincent_ trilogy (2007-2009) - a dark fantasy series that reimagines classic monsters as the main characters.
Impact and Legacy
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Arthur Slade's works have been translated into numerous languages and have received international recognition. His unique blend of fantasy, science fiction, and historical elements has captivated readers worldwide. Through his writing, he provides an alternative perspective on traditional genres, encouraging readers to explore new worlds and ideas.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Arthur Slade is widely quoted and remembered for his imaginative storytelling style and ability to blend different genres. His works not only entertain but also provide thought-provoking commentary on the human condition. He continues to inspire young readers with his vivid characters, settings, and storylines.
His legacy extends beyond his literary contributions; he has also helped shape the landscape of young adult fiction. Many authors have been influenced by his unique blend of genres and historical settings, contributing to the diversity of the genre as a whole.
Quotes by Arthur Slade
As a child, I spent a lot of time wandering around the prairies and in the hills, and there was a sense that it was such a wide-open space, and there was kind of a feeling of potential. I could imagine anything happening there.
It's such a complicated thing to put a movie together. The book world is so much simpler.
It seems so easy to write about some normal event and twist it a little bit to make it into a supernatural event.
Most authors would love to see their characters made for the screen, especially one that's quite colourful.
The writer's goal is to try to make it frightening without describing it too much, and yet not making it so grey that you don't know what's going on... Your imagination can imagine all sorts of really horrible things, and if you're able to prolong that feeling, then you've succeeded.
As enjoyable as it is when you're just writing and getting feedback from family members, it's 10 times more enjoyable, or 100 times more enjoyable, when you actually start getting paid for it, and people start reading your books, and once in a while you get a good review.
When writing fantastical literature, your biggest problem is getting your audience to believe the fantastical elements of your story.
People tell me how great it must have been to ride horses and stuff. Well, do it for two days straight on dusty days when the cows and horses were really tired.
The valley we lived in could easily be the setting for a fantasy novel or a prairie western novel. It could be anything.