Philip has also penned two historical novels including Me & Mr. Born by the sea in Nova Scotia, Philip has traveled extensively for research on his award-winning Submarine Outlaw/Un rebelle en sous-marin adventure series. Philip studied Music and History before choosing a career in writing. Visiting schools is Philip’s favourite part of being a writer.

Philip is especially committed to writing works of fiction that are devoted to social, global and environmental issues. Philip Roy writes children’s books and Middle Reader/YA novels of adventure and historical fiction that invite young readers of all ages to consider the variety, vastness, and fascination of the world around us. Step by step they will see how a typical, average young teen comes to live a very extraordinary experience. Children will identify with the main character because he is an average young teen filled with desire and enthusiasm, and driven to follow his dreams. When the main character is mistaken for a Russian spy sub and chased by the Canadian coastguard, the plot takes many exciting twists, making the book difficult to put down. There is an element of mystery and intrigue intrinsic to submarines that makes for compelling reading. The theme of choosing a career of one's own in the face of familial or societal opposition is also well developed. The main character learns first hand that he is equally able to make good and bad choices, and must quickly identify the difference. Another important theme developed is the importance of good judgment. But hard work on one's dream becomes an act of joy. The First Prize Winner of the Atlantic Writers Competition, Submarine Outlaw shows how any great goal in life takes a good deal of patience, determination and hard work.

They will also love the unusual crew - a rescued dog and a quirky seagull. Children will identify with Alfred's desire for an adventurous life and the sense of empowerment that comes with building his own submarine and operating it independently. The book takes the reader through the detailed hands-on process of submarine construction into the world of real ocean navigation, replete with a high-seas chase, daring rescue, and treasure hunting. Submarine Outlaw takes YA readers on a unique journey when Alfred, a young boy who wants to be an explorer - not a fisherman - teams up with a junkyard genius to build a submarine that he sails around the Maritimes.

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