I have a new release called Seeking Kokopelli out at Samhain on Tuesday. As the title suggests, my romance incorporates the legend of Kokopelli.
Thirteen Things About Kokopelli
1. Kokopelli has been a sacred figure to Native Americans of Southwest America for thousands of years.
2. He’s found in several Native American cultures such as the Hopi, Anazasi, Taos and Acoma.
3. He’s a flute player who is traditionally shown with a humpback.
4. He’s also known as a fertility figure.
5. He’s also a trickster and is very mischievous.
6. Kokopelli often displayed a long phallus, symbolizing the fertile seeds of human reproduction.
7. Some people think the hump is actually a bag of gifts or seeds that Kokopelli plants each spring. Some people think he carries babies in his hump and hands them out to women. This means he’s not popular with young women.
8. It’s said that Kokopelli would visit a village and on leaving the next morning all the women of marriageable age would be pregnant.
9. One of his other duties was changing winter to spring.
10. It’s said you can hear Kokopelli’s flute on the spring breeze.
11. Petroglyphs show that Kokopelli has been around for many thousands of year.
12. He was a flute-playing Casanova.
13. My book Seeking Kokopelli is due for release on 29 June.
Love never hits a wrong note.
Ever since Nate McKenzie hired on as a roadie, musician Adam James has lusted after him. So far Adam has kept his distance, knowing Nate is mourning his dead wife. But lately Adam has caught the man returning his stares. Maybe it’s time to test the waters.
Besides, there isn’t much chance Nate will find out that Adam was once his people’s Kokopelli. His powers were stripped from him, along with the magical tattoo on his chest, when his orientation was discovered.
Nate is going crazy with guilt. Before his wife’s death, he never looked at anyone else, woman or man. Now his dreams are filled with Adam. He tries to keep his mind on his job and off Adam’s sexy body, but in a moment of weakness they share a kiss that sends them both up in flames.
Their relationship risks both their hearts and Adam’s female fan base, but the attraction is too strong to ignore. Then someone takes a shot at Adam—and his tattoo begins to reappear, forcing him to come clean with his lover. And Nate to decide exactly where his future lies…before a killer steals it away from them.
Warning: This book contains rockin’ music, smoky pubs, the mystical legend of Kokopelli and lots of playful, hot manlove.
Do you enjoy stories that incorporate myths, legends or fairy tales?
Sources:
www. jowsey.com/kokopelli/kokopelli.html
www.kokopelli.com/whowaskok.html
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June 24th, 2010 at 1:38 am · Link
Wow, I didn’t know about that Indian legend. GFY in digging it up.
Happy TT.
Janice~
June 24th, 2010 at 2:53 am · Link
I love myths! And I think they make an excellent base for a story.
I admit I had never heard of Kokopelli before. Definitely an interesting acquaintance!
June 24th, 2010 at 3:09 am · Link
I like stories that have legends or fairy tales in them. And I like Native America myths. Best Wishes with your book.
June 24th, 2010 at 5:25 am · Link
I love the premise for this book. Very original.
Happy T13!
June 24th, 2010 at 5:40 am · Link
What a cool idea for a book! I love your plot bunny. *cuddle*
Sounds so interesting.
June 24th, 2010 at 6:04 am · Link
Congratulations! I loved pegasus, unicorn, and dragon stories as a youth. At one point, I think I was almost convinced they were real. :) Happy TT! I raved about my favorite J-rocker today: http://darlassandcastles.blogspot.com
June 24th, 2010 at 6:45 am · Link
It always amazes me how these mythological culture heroes are almost exact around the world.
great, informative post.
June 24th, 2010 at 7:07 am · Link
Very cool. I love learning new to me myths and legends
June 24th, 2010 at 8:17 am · Link
Interesting facts! Congratulations on the new release! Love the cover!
*hugs*
Paige
My TT is at http://paigetylertheauthor.blogspot.com/
June 24th, 2010 at 8:46 am · Link
I’m always attracted to stories rooted in mythology and legend – your take on this is so fresh, Shelley! I’m pretty sure I’ve seen South American clay flutes in the image of this figure. Thanks for filling me in on the background.
June 24th, 2010 at 9:10 am · Link
Sometimes I enjoy a story that incorporates myths or legends/fairy tales. It depends on the original myth/tale and on how it is incorporated into the new story by the writer. Congrats on your upcoming release.
June 24th, 2010 at 9:13 am · Link
Wow, I can’t believe I’ve never heard of Kokopelli before. “Some people think he carries babies in his hump and hands them out to women. This means he’s not popular with young women.” LOL! I’ll bet they were torn — long phallus vs. baby.
June 24th, 2010 at 9:36 am · Link
Very cool mythology for your story!
June 24th, 2010 at 9:37 am · Link
It’s amazing how popular kokopelli still are as a decorative fixture, isn’t it? I even have a rubber ink stamp featuring them, though I haven’t dug that one out in a while.
June 24th, 2010 at 10:01 am · Link
What a great cover! I’m so envious.
June 24th, 2010 at 11:34 am · Link
Wow! Congrats!
Have a great Thursday!
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June 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm · Link
I like mythology, and this is an interesting one that I’d never heard before.
“It’s said that Kokopelli would visit a village and on leaving the next morning all the women of marriageable age would be pregnant.”
I hope he doesn’t plan on visiting my village!
June 24th, 2010 at 2:02 pm · Link
Kokopelli is quite localized to the Southwest. We never saw him out of this area.
June 24th, 2010 at 2:03 pm · Link
Adelle and Elise – thank you. I like to try things that are a little different.
June 24th, 2010 at 5:18 pm · Link
I’m always interested in learning about new tricksters. I’ve been hooked since we studied Loki in class. I must find out more about this Kokopelli guy.
June 24th, 2010 at 8:16 pm · Link
Ooooh this sounds so awesome!!!!
June 24th, 2010 at 9:54 pm · Link
This sounds incredible, Shelley! Congratulations on another release! You’re such an inspiration.
June 24th, 2010 at 10:43 pm · Link
Tatiana and Robin – I hope he keeps away from my village too!
Jen and Cari – thanks so much. I’m looking forward to release day.
June 26th, 2010 at 10:01 pm · Link
wow sounds good i like Native American Myths
there always entersting.
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June 26th, 2010 at 10:04 pm · Link
Thanks, Stacey. Only a few days to go until release day now.