This audiobook uses virtual voice.
Try it out by listening to a sample.
Try it out by listening to a sample.
-
The First Chapter
- Journey Through Stories: From Early Beginnings to First Novel (1964 -2017)
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins
Failed to add items
Sorry, we are unable to add the item because your shopping cart is already at capacity.
Add to Cart failed.
Please try again later
Add to Wish List failed.
Please try again later
Remove from wishlist failed.
Please try again later
Adding to library failed
Please try again
Follow podcast failed
Please try again
Unfollow podcast failed
Please try again
Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks, and podcasts.
You will get an email reminder before your trial ends.
Audible Plus auto-renews for $7.95/mo after 30 days. Upgrade or cancel anytime.
Buy for $6.99
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Taxes where applicable.
Publisher's summary
The First Chapter is an anthology that traces the evolution of Michael Maxwell's storytelling, from his earliest short stories to the polished prose of today. Spanning decades of creative growth, this collection showcases a variety of narratives—from flash fiction that captures raw, fleeting moments to The Whistler, an epic fantasy adventure written for his oldest son. In The Whistler, a young man sets off on a daring quest to reach the sea—a feat no one in his small village has ever attempted—making this tale a thrilling journey of discovery, courage, and wonder for young adults.
For fans of Maxwell’s work, The First Chapter offers a unique glimpse into the progression of his voice as a writer. Each story reflects a different phase of his journey, culminating in the more refined and emotionally gripping pieces of his later years. Whether you're a long-time reader or new to his work, this anthology is a captivating exploration of themes like personal struggle, mystery, and the quiet complexities of life.
The First Chapter is both a celebration of narrative diversity and an intimate look at the growth of a writer who continues to thrill and inspire. A must-read for any Michael Maxwell fan, this collection promises to entertain and resonate long after the last page.
For fans of Maxwell’s work, The First Chapter offers a unique glimpse into the progression of his voice as a writer. Each story reflects a different phase of his journey, culminating in the more refined and emotionally gripping pieces of his later years. Whether you're a long-time reader or new to his work, this anthology is a captivating exploration of themes like personal struggle, mystery, and the quiet complexities of life.
The First Chapter is both a celebration of narrative diversity and an intimate look at the growth of a writer who continues to thrill and inspire. A must-read for any Michael Maxwell fan, this collection promises to entertain and resonate long after the last page.
This title uses virtual voice narration
Virtual voice is computer-generated narration for audiobooks.
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2