Paul G. (Paul Greene) Tomlinson

Paul G. Tomlinson, also listed as Paul Greene Tomlinson, was born in 1888. The works reliably tied to him in library and public-domain records show an author writing in the 1910s, especially for younger readers who liked adventure mixed with history.

Among his known books are The Trail of Black Hawk and The Trail of Tecumseh, both historical novels connected with Native American leaders, as well as Bob Cook and the German Spy, a World War I-era juvenile novel. These titles suggest a writer interested in turning American history and current events of his day into lively, story-driven reading.

Even where biographical detail is scarce, Tomlinson's surviving books give a clear sense of his appeal: energetic plots, a strong sense of period, and a style aimed at making history feel immediate for general readers and young audiences alike.