Like me, Angel Thief has an Australian background, so I thought I'd use this post to share with the world three things that they mightn't know about Australia.
One. We put all our politicians in jail as soon as they're elected. It saves time.
Two. We smear a concentrated mush of veggies boiled in beer on our toast.
Three. We drink BEER.
Oh wait. That's Terry Pratchett's The Lost Continent. Australia is nothing at all like that. Nope, never drink beer, never eat Vegemite, never elect crooked politicians. Boring, really. Just stunning landscapes, unique animals, friendly people, sunshine, beaches and barbeques.
So, how about three facts about me as a writer?
One. My earliest reading obsession was with the work of Enid Blyton before I graduated to Nancy Drew and Trixie Beldon and the Asterix comics. After that, there was no holding me back. I read and read, and that led naturally to writing.
Two. I'm a caffeine addict. Coffee in the morning. Tea in the afternoon. I can't imagine the writing life without caffeine. Actually, I can't imagine life without caffeine!
Three. Becoming a writer has increased my respect for all authors. I know now how tough the journey is and how inescapable. The other day I was wondering why the hell the Rolling Stones are still touring when they're wealthy enough to do absolutely nothing. Then I imagined (and it was a stretch) being a millionaire author, and I realised I'd still be writing. It's not about the money (though we need it to live). It's about an addiction to creativity. Once your brain has learned the thrill of storytelling, there's no going back.
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She’s breaking the rules. Again.
An archivist in the heavenly library, Sara must follow protocol when it comes to curating the knowledge of the universe. But "liberating" an ancient text from the collection of a human—an Australian drug lord—could save a boy’s life. Sara has no way of knowing that one of the man’s other treasures is a sexy-as-sin djinni, bound by a wish to guard the estate.
He’s only following orders.
Filip is compelled to turn over intruders, even celestial ones, to his master. When he catches Sara in the library, he isn’t above indulging in some sensual kisses with her, or using her to trick the mobster into wasting a wish. It’s what he must do to preserve his facade of freedom and protect his heart.
But the kidnapping of the drug lord’s daughter forces Sara and Filip to work together—bringing out the hero that lurks within the soul of the djinni, and the passion within the angel.
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4 comments:
This sounds very intriguing, Jenny. I love stories about angels.
Hi Susan,
I guess it's obvious I'm another fan of angel stories. Imagining a supernatural creature (I've been reading lots of paranormal stories, werewolves and vamps) who cares about humanity is very reassuring. Imagining the trouble angelic compassion can get them into opens up all sorts of possibilities :)
Sounds like lots of fun, Jenny. I've been wanting to read about djinn. It seems like there'd be lots of possibilities with them.
Ava -- djinn are such fabulous characters. There's the built in conflict that although they're incredibly powerful, they're also imprisoned in a bottle and bound to serve humans. Too often in reading/writing fantasy characters have magical powers that can solve anything -- and where's the fun in that? I hope you find some fun djinn, and enjoy!
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