Monster Mash Countdown Blitz - Day 1: 'Tutankhamen Speaks' by Cheryl Caripnello #Giveaway
I am a retired high school English teacher. A devourer of books growing up, my profession introduced me to writings and authors from times long past. Through my studies and teaching, I fell in love with the Ancient and Medieval Worlds. Now, I hope to inspire young readers and those young-at-heart to read more through my Quest Books set in these worlds.Q&A With the Author:
6. Now that we've gotten to know each other, tell me a story. It can be long or short. From your childhood or last week. Funny, sad, or somewhere in between. Just make sure it's yours. What's your story?
My childhood is filled with a variety of stories that I’ll always remember. Here’s a few:
∙ Walking up to the firehouse on Saturday nights with my brother and his friend and my friend to play Bingo.
∙ Standing by my mailbox when I was around 4/5 with a balloon. The kids were walking home from school, and someone walked up to me and popped my balloon. I cried for a long while.
∙ Picking cherries in the grandparents orchard.
∙ Swiping rhubarb from the corner garden up the block.
Connect with the Author here:
Long ago the old texts of ancient Egypt alluded to scrolls in which King Tut spoke to the people from beyond the tomb. Many archaeologists put this down to an incorrect translation of the ancient Egyptian texts. Others swore to the accuracy of the translation. But, Tutankhamen Speaks isn't a story about the lost scrolls. It's about the story written down on those ancient scrolls: Tutankhamen's story.
2014 EVVY Merit Award for Historical Fiction from CIPA (Colorado Independent Publishers Assoc.)
Reviews:
“A delightful way to bring history to children.”
“We are using this as resource for world cultures for home school.”
“What I liked about this book was that it gives a glimpse into the everyday life of Tut, before and after his rise to Pharaoh. It was like a fly on the wall peek at his life without it just being part of a much larger plot.”
“And what a tale it is! King Tut tells us his entire life story from when he was a boy and not yet acknowledged as heir to the throne of Egypt, through his father’s death and his own ascension to the throne; we learn of his love for Ankhesenpaaten, whom he married, the sadness they experienced at the loss of a child, and the politics and hierarchy of ancient Egypt with its court intrigue.”
Top Ten List:
Author Top Ten List:
1. Things I like to do when not writing:
I enjoy traveling, reading, spending time with my family, and working in the yard. I’m
definitely not a housekeeper.
2. How I relax:
Sitting on the beach in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico!
3. My favorite color:
Blue’s always been my favorite color. It’s the color of my eyes, of the sky, and of the ocean.
4. My favorite drink:
Just can’t pass up a good margarita!
5. My favorite snack:
I devour nachos and Auntie Anne’s pretzels!
6. My your favorite movies:
Star Wars, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and The Mummy.
I’ve watched each of these so many times that I’ve lost track, and my husband shakes his
head when he sees one on and says, “Really?” I just smile.
7. I am a night owl:
I don’t usually go to sleep until midnight, and now that I’m retired, I’m comfortable not
seeing the sun come up in the morning:)
8. My favorite food:
That would be a smothered shredded beef burrito washed down with a good margarita.
9. My favorite authors:
I grab anything by the writing duo of Douglas Preston and Lincoln Childs, and I also love
their individual books. David Baldacci’s books are also favorites. I’m addicted to blood &
guts & spy thrillers!
10. If I could live anywhere, it would be in Colorado.
We have the best weather—All four seasons. I live next to the foothills, and a drive up in the
Rockies is a cure for any ailment. I can see the world famous Red Rock Amphitheater from
my couch, and if the wind is just right, we can hear the concerts. My immediate family is all
here, except for one sister who lives in Texas, poor soul. In addition to being a retired
teacher, I’m also a retired airline employee. So, when I need a change, it’s so easy just to hop
a plane and go to the beach.
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