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Marc Swift

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Children's, Fiction, Fantasy

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Marc Swift, known as The Beekeeper Writer, is a British author, eco builder and beekeeper living in the mountains of central Portugal. After many years as a project manager and entrepreneur, he chose a simpler life centred on storytelling, nature and truth.

He is the creator of Leila’s Light, a series of imaginative, eco conscious adventures that encourage children to think independently, laugh often and stay connected to the natural world. Each story blends humour, curiosity and reflection, showing that imagination can be both entertaining and enlightening.

When he is not writing, Marc can be found tending to his bees, surveying old stone buildings or exploring his forests. His creative work, from books to honey, is driven by the same purpos ...more

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The Young Storyteller Quest Begins

Hello lovely people,

I’m so happy to share something truly special. Over the past year, I’ve been creating stories that help children imagine, question, and dream. Now that same spirit is coming to life in a new way.

The Young Storyteller Quest is a campaign I’ve launched to invite children everywhere to create their own stories. The winning story will be completed and illustrated by my daughter Lei Read more of this blog post »

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The Quantum Universe: (And Why Anything That Can Happen, Does)

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Marc Swift rated a book it was amazing The Quantum Universe: (And Why Anything That Can Happen, Does) by Brian Cox	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Marc Swift rated a book it was amazing The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis: 8 Book Box Set by C.S. Lewis	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A timeless collection that shaped the imagination of generations. C. S. Lewis created a world that is mythical and filled with courage, curiosity and lessons about truth and choice. Each story carries a sense of wonder and spiritual depth, reminding u ...more
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Marc Swift rated a book it was amazing Sara Learns the Secret about the Law of Attraction (Sara, #1) by Esther Hicks	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A wise and warm book that speaks gently to both children and adults. Sara Learns the Secret about the Law of Attraction uses simple storytelling to teach that our thoughts and feelings have power, guiding our lives in unseen ways. The relationship bet ...more
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Marc Swift rated a book it was amazing The Wild Robot (The Wild Robot, #1) by Peter Brown	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A gentle, intelligent and deeply moving story. The Wild Robot combines simplicity with profound truth, offering a rare balance between imagination and philosophy. Roz’s journey from survival to understanding mirrors the path of all living beings, lea ...more
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Marc Swift rated a book it was amazing The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A truly enchanting story, rich, lyrical and full of meaning. Kelly Barnhill has created a world that feels timeless. The writing is poetic without losing clarity, and every page carries a quiet moral pulse about love, fear and the stories we tell our ...more
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