Hal Duncan

Scottish author and poet, notable works

Hal Duncan - Scottish author and poet, notable works
Born

October 21st, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Scotland

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Born in Scotland, this author and poet gained recognition for innovative contributions to speculative fiction and poetry. The debut novel, 'Vellum', explores complex themes of mythology and reality, establishing a unique narrative structure. The follow-up, 'Ink', continues this exploration of identity and power in a richly detailed world. Works often blend elements of fantasy and literary tradition with a focus on language and structure.

Published 'Vellum' and 'Ink'

Influenced modern speculative fiction

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