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What Are The Scents Of Your Characters?
Tiger Books Kelsey-Peaches and Cream, Vanilla Bean, Almond Ren-Sandalwood, Waterfalls, Sunshine Kishan-Sandalwood, Rain Forest, and Sweet Grass Warmed By The Sun Anamika/Durga-Night Blooming Jasmine, Lotus, Rose Yesubai-Wild Flower, White Linen, Indian Summer Mr. Kadam-Spiced Tea, Frankincense, Teakwood Kelsey’s Wedding Bouquet– Roses, Gardenia, Jasmine, Tiger Lily Egypt Books Lily-Water Lilies, Vanilla Musk, Cherry Blossom Amon-Amber, A Hint Of Cashmere, Myrrh, Sunshine Ahmose-Oak Trees, Moss, Fall Spices Asten-Cedar, Amber, Spice, Cocoa Horus-Myrrh, Honey, Warm Vanilla Anubis-Black Currant, Leather, Egyptian Musk
When are your characters’ birthdays?
Kadam-June 10, 1635 Ren-Jan 15, 1657 Kishan-Nov 7, 1658 Kelsey-June 24 Nilima-I never gave her one
Where did you get the idea for the tiger series?
I chose a Beauty and the Beast theme and then focused on my beast first. I immediately rejected the idea of a vampire or a werewolf and made a list of real animals. After I crossed off bear, lion, a eagle, I settled on tiger then switched to a white tiger because there is something already magical about them. Next was my setting. I thought white tigers came from Russia so I began researching Russia but later I discovered that the white tiger is Bengal and ended up switching my story to India which worked out perfectly.
What do the Hindi words mean in the tiger books?
Translation List Disclaimer: This list is so that my readers will know what I meant as I wrote. I’m sure there are errors but rest assured this was done to the best of my ability while also engaging the help of an Indian editor. Kumarga-wrong road Nahi mahodaya-no sir Avashyak-necessary, certainly Vasīyata karanā -Leave or back off Badamāśa -villian, traitor Murkha-fool Pralobhana-temptation Aap ke liye-for you Mein aagaya -I’ve come Vallabh-beloved or precious one Bhumi-ke-niche-underground, beneath the earth Gupha-cave Rajakiya-royal Mohar-seal or badge Sandesha-message Bilauta-kitten Vivkeka-wisdom Jagarana-vigilance Vira-Bravery Anukampa-compassion Priyatama-beloved, sweetheart Mein aapka raksha karunga-I will protect you (watch over) …
Who designed the tiger series book covers?
His name is Cliff Neilson. He’s also designed the covers for Cassandra Clare’s Mortal Instruments series as well as many others. To read his bio and see his portfolio go to: www.shannonassociates.com.
Who made your book trailers for the tiger series?
Crush Creative is the team who worked on my book trailers. They are a company based out of the UK. They are also the team who designed my new website.
What’s going on with the Tiger’s Curse movie?
Right now the movie is in the screenwriting stage. Julie Plec is adapting the first book for the big screen and I couldn’t be more excited because I love her work. I’m a big fan of The Vampire Diaries, Kyle XY, Dawson’s Creek, and The Originals and she wrote all of those! For news and updates from the producer you can follow Ineffable Pictures on either Facebook or twitter.
What is the recipe for Ren’s favorite cookies?
This was from a Martha Stewart show in 2001. Love these things. Peanut-Butter Surprises© Smooth peanut butter is sealed inside chocolate-chocolate-chip dough. Ingredients (Makes about 2 ½ dozen) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups firmly packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking sheets with Silpats (French …
How do you pronounce the names in Tiger’s Curse?
Dhiren is like Dhi as in dishes or dip and then add ren. Kishan is Kee-shawn. Kelsey is Kell-sea. Kadam is Ka as in cut and dom as in domino. Nilima is Ni as in knit, lee, ma with the emphasis on the “lee”. Anamika is anna and then meeka.
Did Lokesh get the real amulet at the end of Tiger’s Quest?
No. He got a replica. He discovers that fact in the prologue of Tiger’s Voyage and doesn’t take the news well.
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