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Matthew J. Peterson

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I am primarily a middle grade fantasy fiction author because, let’s face it, it’s the most fun and freeing genre there is.  I am addicted to the joy of making up magical stories. But my craving to spin a yarn didn’t begin with fiction writing. My first step into the storytelling process was through my work as an actor and comedian.  I loved performing improv comedy, and acting in plays, and earning my B.F.A in Theatre Arts from Boston University. But fantasy fiction is where my heart lies, and I strive to create dreams with my words that can live alongside the classics like Peter Pan, Wind in the Willows, A Midsummer Night's Dream and all the works of Hayao Miyazaki.  My hope for my readers is that they have fun and feel inspired to let their own imaginations flow in amusing and whimsical ways.
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Rescuing Royalty (Two Girls Versus the Galaxy, Book One)

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Middle Grade Fantasy

Vicky's life is thrown into turmoil when her favorite storybook heroine, Mira, chooses Vicky as her latest sidekick. Joining Zorp aboard his magical wagon, they are swept off to save the innocent from the ruthless pirates who seek to rule the galaxy.​
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Pilfering Pirates (Two Girls Versus the Galaxy, Book Two)

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Middle Grade Fantasy

Having saved the Prince of Oceanica from enslavement aboard a pirate ship, Vicky and Mira are given another, highly dangerous mission: the task of finding the traitor who orchestrated the prince's kidnapping. Disguising themselves as pirates and arming themselves with more of Zorp's wacky weapons they must penetrate Pirate Island, one of the most dangerous places in the galaxy.
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Conquering Kings

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Middle Grade Fantasy

Having learned her true identity as the heir to the throne of Ekt, Vicky must defeat The Pirate King once and for all.
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The Reluctant Dragon

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Middle Grade Fantasy

Sienna Woods is a magical creature expert. There's only one problem: she's never actually met one. When Fergus, an ancient dragon, shows up in her backyard, her excitement is only equalled by the trouble his presence causes.
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Positivity Mantras For Creative People

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Non-Fiction, Spirituality, Self-Help

Are we using the power of our thoughts to create the life we desire? Or are our thoughts getting us stuck in the mire of negativity? This book is a simple yet effective introduction to Positivity Mantras, which can help us to create a life of Happiness, Health and Prosperity.
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The Starfiller

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Children's Fiction

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Do you ever wonder where your dreams go after you think them?
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