Young Adult Fiction with Archery

1. "Graceling" by Kristin Cashore: This fantasy novel follows Katsa, who possesses a deadly Grace, including exceptional archery skills.

2. "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins: In this dystopian adventure, the protagonist Katniss Everdeen's archery skills become essential for her survival in the deadly Hunger Games arena.

3. "The Ranger's Apprentice" series by John Flanagan: This fantasy adventure series follows the young Ranger's apprentice, Will, who becomes proficient in archery as part of his training to protect the kingdom.

4. "The Green Ember" series by S.D. Smith: This fantasy adventure series features Heather and Picket, two young rabbits who train in archery and join the resistance against an evil empire.

5. "The Ruins of Gorlan" (Ranger's Apprentice Book 1) by John Flanagan: In this first book of the Ranger's Apprentice series, Will's archery skills and training are emphasized as he becomes a Ranger's apprentice.

6. "Fablehaven" series by Brandon Mull: Although not the central focus, archery is a skill practiced by some of the characters in this fantasy series.

7. "The School for Good and Evil" by Soman Chainani: This fantasy novel follows Agatha and Sophie, who attend a school for fairy tale characters. Archery is one of the skills taught to the students.

8. "The Longbow Girl" by Linda Davies: This adventure novel follows Merry Owen, a skilled archer who discovers a buried treasure and embarks on a quest to save her family's farm.

9. "The Penderwicks at Point Mouette" by Jeanne Birdsall: In this contemporary novel, the character Batty learns archery during a summer vacation, and her archery practice leads to unexpected adventures.

10. "The Lost Hero" (The Heroes of Olympus series) by Rick Riordan: While not the central focus, archery and the character's use of a bow and arrow play a part in the story's adventure.

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Prehistoric Fiction Books with Archery

Historical Fiction Books with Archery

Fantasy Books with Archery

Adventure Fiction Books with Archery

1. "The Longbow Girl" by Linda Davies: This adventure novel follows Merry Owen, a skilled archer who discovers a buried treasure and embarks on a quest to save her family's farm.

2. "The Last Archer" by S.D. Smith: Part of "The Green Ember" series, this adventure book centers around Jo Shanks, an archer who joins the resistance against an evil empire.

3. "The Archer's Cup" by Michael Cadnum: In this adventure tale, Will, a talented archer, sets out on a perilous journey to fulfill his destiny.

4. "The Archer's Son" by M.K. Hume: This historical adventure novel follows the life of Arthur, son of an archer, as he navigates the treacherous political landscape of medieval England.

5. "Archer's Quest" by Linda Sue Park: This adventure book features Kevin, who travels back in time to the time of Robin Hood and experiences archery adventures.
   

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Prehistoric Fiction Books with Archery

Historical Fiction Books with Archery

Fantasy Books with Archery

Prehistoric Fiction Books with Archery

1. "Clan of the Cave Bear" by Jean M. Auel: Set during the Paleolithic era, this book follows Ayla, a young Cro-Magnon girl, who is taken in by a Neanderthal tribe. Archery and hunting are crucial skills in this prehistoric society.

2. "The Inheritors" by William Golding: This novel explores the interactions between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens, and while not primarily focused on archery, hunting and survival skills, including the use of bows and arrows, are depicted.

3. "People of the Wolf" by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear: The first book in the "First North Americans" series, it is set during the Ice Age and features the adventures of a young hunter named Rumbler.

4. "The Plains of Passage" by Jean M. Auel: Part of the Earth's Children series, this book continues Ayla's journey, and her archery skills and ability to use the bow and arrow are highlighted.

5. "The Shelters of Stone" by Jean M. Auel: Another installment in the Earth's Children series, archery continues to be a significant aspect of Ayla's life as she navigates prehistoric times.

More books by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear:

1. "People of the Sea": Part of the "First North Americans" series, this book is set during the Archaic period and follows the story of Sees Far, a young woman who becomes a skilled archer and hunter.

2. "People of the River": This book is another installment in the "First North Americans" series, focusing on a prehistoric culture along the Mississippi River. Archery and hunting are vital skills for the characters in this book.

3. "People of the Lakes": Set in the Great Lakes region during the prehistoric era, this book features characters who rely on archery for hunting and sustenance.

4. "People of the Lightning": This novel is part of the "First North Americans" series and is set in the prehistoric Southeastern United States. Archery is showcased as an important aspect of survival and tribal life.

5. "People of the Owl": Set during the Late Woodland period in what is now West Virginia, this book follows the adventures of a young girl named Tslagi, who becomes skilled in archery as she tries to save her people.

6. "People of the Raven": The book is part of the "First North Americans" series and is set in the Pacific Northwest during the late Ice Age. Archery is used for hunting and in inter-tribal conflicts.

 

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Historical Fiction Books with Archery

Fantasy Books with Archery

Historical Fiction Books with Archery

Here's a list of historical fiction books where archery plays an important role in the story:

1. "Arrow's Fall" by Judith Tarr: Set in medieval England during the reign of Richard the Lionheart, this novel follows the story of Alric, a skilled archer who becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue.

2. "The Archer's Tale" by Bernard Cornwell: Part of "The Grail Quest" trilogy, this book is set during the Hundred Years' War and follows the adventures of Thomas of Hookton, an archer seeking a stolen relic.

3. "Daughter of the Forest" by Juliet Marillier: Based on the Celtic legend of the Seven Swans, this book tells the story of Sorcha, who must weave shirts from nettles to break a curse on her brothers, and archery plays a pivotal role in her journey.

4. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: Set in the court of Henry VIII, this novel features historical characters such as Thomas Cromwell, who is known for his archery skills and cunning politics.

5. "The Outlaws of Sherwood" by Robin McKinley: A retelling of the Robin Hood legend, this book follows Robin's band of outlaws, with archery being a central skill in their struggle against injustice.

6. "The Warbow" by Angus Donald: This book focuses on the adventures of Alan Dale, an archer in the service of Robin Hood, during the tumultuous times of the Crusades and the Plantagenet era.

7. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Although not entirely historical fiction, this novel is set in Nazi Germany and features Liesel Meminger, who develops a fascination with archery as an escape from the horrors of war.

8. "Agincourt" by Bernard Cornwell: Another historical fiction by Cornwell, this book revolves around the famous Battle of Agincourt during the Hundred Years' War, where archery prowess plays a decisive role.

9. "The Forestwife" by Theresa Tomlinson: A retelling of the Robin Hood legend from the perspective of Maid Marian, who learns the art of archery and disguises herself to aid the poor and oppressed.

10. "The King's Arrow" by Michael Cadnum: This book follows the story of Geoffrey, a young archer who becomes entangled in the dangerous intrigue of the English court during the reign of King Henry VIII.

These historical fiction books beautifully capture the essence of archery in different historical contexts, providing readers with a fascinating blend of adventure, skill, and historical accuracy.

Fantasy Books with Archery

 

1. "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien: Legolas, one of the members of the Fellowship of the Ring, is an elven archer known for his remarkable archery skills and keen eyesight.

2. "Graceling" by Kristin Cashore: The main character, Katsa, possesses a special skill called a Graced talent, and hers is the ability to be a deadly archer.

3. "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas: The protagonist, Celaena Sardothien, is an assassin and a skilled archer, and her marksmanship plays a significant role in the story.

4. "The Ranger's Apprentice" series by John Flanagan: The main character, Will, is a Ranger's apprentice and is trained in the art of archery among other skills.

5. "The Chronicles of Prydain" series by Lloyd Alexander: The character Taran, an assistant pig-keeper, becomes skilled with a bow and arrows during his adventures.

6. "The Wheel of Time" series by Robert Jordan: Many characters in this epic fantasy series, including Perrin Aybara and Faile Bashere, are proficient archers.

7. "The Way of Kings" by Brandon Sanderson: The character Shallan Davar is an accomplished archer and artist in this first book of the Stormlight Archive series.

8. "The Legend of Drizzt" series by R.A. Salvatore: Drizzt Do'Urden, a dark elf, is a highly skilled archer, and his bowmanship aids him in numerous battles.

9. "The Green Rider" by Kristen Britain: The main character, Karigan G'ladheon, becomes a member of the king's messengers and learns archery as part of her training.
   

10. "The Adventures of Wrathgar" series by Charles Moffat: Wrathgar Baarstammderstark uses his archery and woodsman skills to help people, solve murder mysteries and fight against evildoers.
    

New Robin Hood movie trailer, 2018

Below is the new Robin Hood movie trailer... and if you are like us and despise the horrid Russell Crowe film, then you know that is past time someone came out with a good Robin Hood movie.

We haven't seen a decent Robin Hood film since 1991 when not one, but two films came out. One starring Kevin Costner and the other starring Patrick Bergin.

The Kevin Costner film has 87% Likeability on Google.
The Patrick Bergin film has 71% Likeability.

Will this new film be good? Maybe. Maybe not... the actor is using 4 fingers to draw that bowstring. Arg!

Lara Croft, shooting 3 fingers under?

Is Lara Croft shooting with 3 fingers under the arrow? Or is it just really bad CGI? The arrow seems to be lined up in an odd way.

Attention Tomb Raider producers...

While we are excited to see more archery oriented films being made, what we don't need is more bad CGI of actors who apparently don't know how to shoot.

Below is the movie trailer... Hopefully they do a decent job, but the above image makes you wonder if it will be horribly inaccurate.

Movie Trailer for "Alpha", where Archer meets Wolf

Looking forward to seeing this archery* oriented survival film about a young man who befriends a wolf? We are.



* Well, archery and spears. Both. It is all good. :)

Movie Poster for Alpha

The Heart of Robin Hood, Toronto Theatre Production

Mirvish is currently selling tickets for "The Heart of Robin Hood", a swashbuckling / archery stage production which takes a new twist at the legend of Robin Hood.

Tip - This is a good theatre production to take your significant other with you, so get your tickets for Valentine's Day right now. Expect a good dose of singing and romance.

It isn't all archery either by the looks of the YouTube video from the Manitoba production [further below].

But now that "The Heart of Robin Hood" is visiting Toronto it is our turn to enjoy the show.

Ticket prices vary between $45 and $105 per seat, and is on stage in Toronto from December 23rd 2014 to March 1st 2015.