FUN FACTS ABOUT CHASING FIREFLIES

Over the next several weeks, I'm going to be posting some fun facts about my newest book.

For last week's post, go here.

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CHASING FIREFLIES takes place in China.
It is based off of some of my daughter's experiences while she spent a semester there teaching English.

Here's a quick little tidbit about China--one that I incorporated into my novel.

Upon arrival in China, my daughter spent a day in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong was originally colonized by the British, hence they still drive on the left.

Image courtesy of [Vichaya Kiatying-Angsulee] / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

She said it took some interesting maneuvering as they entered the flow of traffic in Mainland China the next day.

Why?

Mainland China drives on the right hand side of the road!

Read CHASING FIREFLIES for more fun facts about China!

Of course, in the end, this book is not specifically about China. Above all, it’s a love story.

My sisters think I’m crazy.

But, I’ve never forgotten the mysterious woman from my childhood who told me Paul is the name of my one true love.

She told me to search far and wide for him.

I haven’t stopped looking ever since.

When I stumble across an article about a successful American entrepreneur named Paul who lives and works in China, I’m intrigued. When the opportunity to teach English in China presents itself on the same day, I know it’s not a coincidence.

It’s destiny.

My sisters say I’m chasing a dream.

Just like the fireflies we tried to catch on the warm summer evenings of our youth, the dream seems beyond my grasp.   Will my quest for the elusive Paul always be just short of fulfillment?

My sisters tell me it’s a fool’s errand.

Until I remind them of the day we saw the Red Bird.

The memory silences them.

The Red Bird Incident remains inarguable—and proves my search for Paul is not a silly fantasy.

I will find Paul . . . I will.

ADD TO GOODREADS

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FUN FACTS ABOUT CHASING FIREFLIES

Over the next several weeks, I'm going to be posting some fun facts about my newest book.

To see last week's post, go here.

CHASING FIREFLIES takes place in China.

It is based off of some of my daughter's experiences while she spent a semester there teaching English.

The English in China can be quite humorous. Now don't get me wrong, I am impressed that the Chinese make such a huge effort to learn English. Very impressive. I mean no offense toward anyone trying to learn a second language. I can only speak ONE language and I can't imagine how hard it would be to learn Mandarin or Cantonese. 

I'd get it completely wrong. Every. Time. And I don't doubt they'd be laughing at my attempts.

That being said, sometimes the English used in Asian countries just isn't correct, and it gives me a good giggle.

Like this shirt . . .

When my daughter was in China, the popular shirt to buy was emblazoned with:

YOUR

That's it. 

I want one!! I incorporated the YOUR t-shirt into my novel. I just couldn't resist.

These next pictures are ones my daughter took while in China.

Below is a sign from the Great Wall. 

"Please pay attention to your safety!"is not necessarily wrong, it's just not how Americans would word the sentence.

Again, it always gives me a little giggle.

As for this next one, there are no words . . . 

I just thought this one was interesting.

Hmmmm . . . if you see a one-star . . . run.

Hope these gave you a little giggle.

Kudos to the Chinese people for learning English.

It isn't easy!

Read CHASING FIREFLIES for more fun facts about China!

Of course, in the end, this book is not specifically about China. Above all, it’s a love story.

My sisters think I’m crazy.

But, I’ve never forgotten the mysterious woman from my childhood who told me Paul is the name of my one true love.

She told me to search far and wide for him.

I haven’t stopped looking ever since.

When I stumble across an article about a successful American entrepreneur named Paul who lives and works in China, I’m intrigued. When the opportunity to teach English in China presents itself on the same day, I know it’s not a coincidence.

It’s destiny.

My sisters say I’m chasing a dream.

Just like the fireflies we tried to catch on the warm summer evenings of our youth, the dream seems beyond my grasp.   Will my quest for the elusive Paul always be just short of fulfillment?

My sisters tell me it’s a fool’s errand.

Until I remind them of the day we saw the Red Bird.

The memory silences them.

The Red Bird Incident remains inarguable—and proves my search for Paul is not a silly fantasy.

I will find Paul . . . I will.

ADD TO GOODREADS

CHASING FIREFLIES will be released on July 1st, 2016.

It will be available for pre-order in May on Amazon.

To see the next Fun Facts post, go HERE.

FUN FACTS ABOUT CHASING FIREFLIES

Over the next several weeks, I'm going to be posting some fun facts about my newest book.

CHASING FIREFLIES takes place in China.

It is based off of some of my daughter's experiences while she spent a semester there teaching English.

Here's an interesting little tidbit about China--one that I incorporated into my novel.

Before the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China built somewhere around 50,000  adult playgrounds.

They wanted to boost the nation’s fitness level. 

Wouldn't it be fun to have these "adult playgrounds" in your neighborhood?

I think so!

Of course, in the end, this book is not specifically about China. Above all, it’s a love story.

My sisters think I’m crazy.

But, I’ve never forgotten the mysterious woman from my childhood who told me Paul is the name of my one true love.

She told me to search far and wide for him.

I haven’t stopped looking ever since.

When I stumble across an article about a successful American entrepreneur named Paul who lives and works in China, I’m intrigued. When the opportunity to teach English in China presents itself on the same day, I know it’s not a coincidence.

It’s destiny.

My sisters say I’m chasing a dream.

Just like the fireflies we tried to catch on the warm summer evenings of our youth, the dream seems beyond my grasp.   Will my quest for the elusive Paul always be just short of fulfillment?

My sisters tell me it’s a fool’s errand.

Until I remind them of the day we saw the Red Bird.

The memory silences them.

The Red Bird Incident remains inarguable—and proves my search for Paul is not a silly fantasy.

I will find Paul . . . I will.

ADD TO GOODREADS

CHASING FIREFLIES will be available for pre-order on Amazon in May 2016 and will be released on July 1st, 2016.

ARCs available soon! If you are interested, please email me at taylordeanbooks(at)gmail(dot)com and I'll add you to the list. (Sorry, Kindle ebook only.)

All I ask in return is for a fair and honest review on Amazon and Goodreads.

The prequel novella is now FREE on Amazon!

Grab your copy! I do suggest that you read it before reading my book--that way everything will make sense to you.

Join me next week for more fun facts about CHASING FIREFLIES! (Every Monday from now until release day!)

To see the next Fun Facts post, go HERE.