Matthew J. Krengel grew up in rural Minnesota. He attended college in Pensacola, Florida, and returned to the St. Cloud area after graduation. With a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and minors in history and English, he is an avid reader of science fiction, history, and fantasy books. The Map Maker was published by North Star Press in 2012. In 2013 the sequel, The Map Maker’s Sister, was released. The Map Maker’s Quest is the epic conclusion to the series.
Age/Grade Range: 12-18 / 6-12
| Binding | EAN | ISBN-10 | Pub Date | PAGES | Language | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Book | 9780878398461 | 0878398465 | 2014-09-15 | 186 | 0.00 x 6.00 x 9.00 in | $7.99 | |
| Paperback | 9780878397808 | 0878397809 | 2014-09-01 | 186 | 0.00 x 5.90 x 8.90 in | $12.95 |
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