Licensed to Rear

LICENSED TO REAR

Riya Aarini

 

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GENRE:  Family Fiction

 

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BLURB:

 

Mila Winston aspires to earn a professional license to practice parenthood. It’s all she needs to start her family in the happiest micronation on Earth. Newcomers flock to Coolbeensia to fulfill their dreams of raising children here, where kids are guaranteed loving—as opposed to horrible—parents.

 

But mighty obstacles test Mila’s grit. Peter Losor, a chap with an annoying air of bravado, questionable parenting skills, and a defiant personality, stirs up trouble, eventually challenging the very law that defines Coolbeensia—that licensure is mandatory to enjoy the privilege of raising children.

 

Will Mila survive her trying ordeal and achieve her ambitions of being a licensed parent in the quirky yet revolutionary micronation? Find out in this satirical, contemporary family fiction novel that will leave you second-guessing the ideals surrounding the prestigious job of parenthood!

 

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EXCERPTS:

 

Excerpt One:

 

Mila ran to the side of the bed and plucked a glossy brochure off the nightstand. It had been folded and curled to reveal a particular page, as if waiting to be pointed out. “See?” She set her slender index finger on a small ad at the bottom of page nineteen. “I think we should move here.”

 

“Coolbeensia? Huh, an odd name.” Jason looked off into the distance. “But I think I’ve heard of it before. Isn’t that the place where you need a license to have children?”

 

Mila smiled, nodding emphatically. He’d heard of it, which eliminated the first hurdle and pushed them one step closer in the right direction. “Yep, it’s perfect.”

 

“How’re we going to get a license to raise a family?” His shoulders inched up. “It’s unheard of.” 

 

“But brilliant.” Mila patted her husband on the arm. Naturally, he showed concern, as they’d discussed having children long before they officially tied the knot. Having a full house was important to them both. Children would complete their family, plus a furry pet or two, besides the giant stuffed bear.

 

“It’s no biggie. It’s just like earning a license to drive. You’ve done it before, and so have I. We’ll be assured that we’re surrounded by qualified parents who know how to keep their kids safe. Isn’t that like what a driver’s license is for?” She gazed at him, hoping her brief but logical answer would convince him.

 A short interview with Riya Aarini:

1.Did you always want to be an author?

I recall as a nine-year-old wanting to write a book. I’ve always been a writer, discovering my love for writing a few years later in junior high. I studied English Literature in college, solidifying my enjoyment of piecing together the written word.  

2.Tell us about the publication of your first book.

My first story was published in Cricket, a magazine for children. My first book, however, wasn’t published until much later. It was a middle-grade novel revolving around the story of a boy who discovered a magic lamp. Any fantastical story with a magical lamp is sure to pique interest.

3.Besides yourself, who is your favorite author in the genre you write in?

I enjoy reading the work of Terry Pratchett, the English author who penned Good Omens—a lovely book—with Neil Gaiman.

4.What’s the best part of being an author? The worst?

Expressing my ideas on paper (or the screen) is the best part about being an author. I don’t believe there is a worst part about being an author. Is there anything awful about eating a slice of chocolate cake? No, I don’t think there is. Being an author is like enjoying a slice of cake. It’s satisfying.

5.What are you working on now?

I’m working on promoting Licensed to Rear. The story has a good, thought-provoking message delivered in an entertaining way. I hope people read and find it an enjoyable story.

AUTHOR Bio and Links:

 

Riya Aarini entered her small part of the world one summer day in the Pacific Northwest. She writes in an eclectic mix of genres, including humor and contemporary fiction. If you enjoy quirkiness with a pinch of whimsy, you’ll have an appetite for her books. 

 

Author Website: http://www.riyapresents.com

 

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Buy Links:

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