Anyhow, I usually like giving small details about the authors of the books I am reading but seeing on how Christoper Moore is relatively new, I didn't find a whole lot. So today will be a fun facts about Christopher Moore AND Halloween history. Let's get in the spirit of things!
SomeMoore Fun Facts (terrible pun I know):
1. Before Moore became a published novelist he had a myriad of professions. He was a "roofer, a grocery clerk, a hotel night auditor, and insurance broker, a waiter, a photographer, and a rock and roll DJ." I find this interesting because it gives an aspiring author like myself a glimmer of hope. He now has about 13 novels that have been released over the last 20 years. Not too shabby C. Moore!
2. Christopher Moore's first novel Practical Demonkeeping was purchased by Disney for the movie rights. It has not gone into production but I think it would make a fun movie if they ever did. If you're interested you can check the summary details and reviews here.
Halloween History:
1. Originally, children would sing songs or tell ghost stories to earn their treats. This was their "trick" they would perform if they were not given their treats. That is not much motivation for me to give up my sweets when by holding out I would get stories and songs WHILE I eat my Halloween snacks?! Sounds like a sweet deal to me.
2. Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween.
3. Halloween is a very old holiday that dates back to ancient Celtic times. The reason why we dress up today is because in their time they used to dress up as ghosts and ghouls in order to disguise themselves from the real demons that wander the streets on Halloween. That way one could go about their daily activities without unwanted attention from these sorts of ruffians.
Until next time, have a safe weekend!
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