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Kelley Tantau

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Described as 'an exciting new writer' by NZ Booklovers, Kelley Tantau is an award-winning New Zealand journalist and author of The Runaway Man.

In 2023, she was named Best Senior News Journalist at the Community Newspaper Awards, and Runner-Up Best Community Reporter at the NZ Voyager Media Awards.

The Runaway Man is her debut novel and tells the story of Nick Greene, who voluntarily disappears. When Nick's missing persons case turns into a manhunt, he'll begin to question whether his efforts to start a new life were worth it.

"Tantau’s writing style is nothing short of exceptional. Her vivid descriptions not only bring the New Zealand landscape to life but also provide insight into the internal struggles of her characters."
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The Runaway Echo is coming!

Hello everyone! I'm really excited to share that Book Two in the Runaway Series, 'The Runaway Echo', is on its way!

This story picks up where 'The Runaway Man' left off, with Nick Greene arriving in a new town and facing new secrets - and the consequences of his attempt to start over.

If you enjoyed the first book (or have it on your list), I’d love it if you added 'The Runaway Echo' to your To-Read Read more of this blog post »

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