Local author Teri Fink wins multiple literary awards

Leavenworth, WALocal News

Teri Fink, a prominent local author from Wenatchee, has garnered several prestigious literary honors, underscoring her impact on the community. Her second novel, "The Clovis Dig," which explores the discovery of ancient artifacts by an orchardist, won the Legacy Fiction Award at the 15th Annual International Book Awards. This recognition came after a competitive selection process involving thousands of entries from around the world. Fink's third novel, "The Restless Lake," which narrates the encounter between a tech executive and an Olympic gold medalist, has been named a finalist for the Eric Hoffer Award and is also in contention for the Montaigne Medal. Additionally, the audiobook of her first novel, "Invisible by Day," was recognized as a finalist in The Wishing Shelf Audiobook Awards, showcasing the quality of narration by Grace Gray.

Publisher Dave Lane expressed his delight in Fink's talent and the overwhelming positive responses to her work. Fink herself is thrilled with the accolades, highlighting a successful trajectory in her writing career. Her novels are accessible in paperback, eBook, and audiobook formats at local bookstores and online.

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