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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EXCERPT
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.
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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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Q & A With Riya Aarini
Tell us about you as a person.
I believe I have a good imagination, which is helpful as a fiction author.
If you could hang out with one famous person for one day, who would it be and why?
I’d enjoy hanging out with Albert Einstein because he’s brilliant.
What’s the story behind your latest book?
The story behind Licensed to Rear revolves around four couples who strive to earn a parental license prior to having kids. Some of these aspirational individuals believe wholeheartedly in the law, which aims to protect children, while others scoff at the law, claiming it’s ridiculous and a burden.
What advice do you have for other writers who want to get the word out about their latest book?
Learn marketing tactics from other authors. Be a sponge and never stop learning how to market books. Also, keep in mind that a newly launched book may not gain traction or recognition right away. It could be a couple years before it hits big. So keep an open mind!
List 5 things on your bucket list.
I hope to write more fiction booksWin a book award or twoSell a million copies of my booksPublish my books in foreign countries to reach a global audienceAnd maybe hit a bestseller list.Any final thoughts?
I hope readers are inspired to pick up and read Licensed to Rear. It’s got a positive message written in an entertaining way that will leave them laughing as well as thinking.
