Jacky Parp-Parp Pardon
Over the course of recent bout of interviews, one question begun annoy me: “What is your next book called and what is it about?” It is a perfectly reasonable avenue of journalistic enquiry, but somehow it seems too invasive. Beyond the usual author superstition on giving away working titles and subject matter, prematurely exposing the gestating wee beastie makes me uncomfortable.
Therefore to occult the truth, I have decided to tell any interviewer who asks that my next book is called Jacky Parp-Parp Pardon. It is a children’s book influenced by Jaques Brel, Louis Armstrong, Viz, Vic and Bob and the comedy of Jacques Tati. Due to its French quality, I am moving to Provence to write it.
Therefore to occult the truth, I have decided to tell any interviewer who asks that my next book is called Jacky Parp-Parp Pardon. It is a children’s book influenced by Jaques Brel, Louis Armstrong, Viz, Vic and Bob and the comedy of Jacques Tati. Due to its French quality, I am moving to Provence to write it.
Labels: Author superstition, Jacky Parp-Parp Pardon, Jacques Brel, Louis Armstrong, Provence
posted by David at 8:56 AM
3 Comments:
You would think they would first ask if you had another book planned, prior to asking about any book; it would seem reasonable and intelligent.
I don't like showing my work till I have it in my head what I'm going to do with it.
It is very invasive.
Hahahahahaha...why is this so funny... you have given me my best laugh of the day...my thanks
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