The Dog On The Acropolis - The Back Story

 

The Dog On The Acropolis - The Back Story

The Back Story. That's a term that I have been hearing more and more often as I have been networking with more and more authors, screenwriters, etc. It's a behind the scenes glimpse of the book and/or its author. A significant number of my followers and network seem to enjoy the backstories almost as much as they do the books themselves. I've started a new series that I have titled, oddly enough, The Back Story. For my inaugural post I want to relate a story that Mark Tedesco told me about the inspiration of his book The Dog On The Acropolis. I'll be paraphrasing. Mark has traveled and lived extensively in the Mediterranean and in and around Italy. On one trip he decided on a day trip to the Acropolis. As Mark approached the path leading up to the Acropolis, a dog came up to him like he knew Mark and was very friendly. Mark said that the dog walked with him on the entire walk to the top, almost as though he was escorting him personally. When they got to the top, the dog trotted off, not to be seen again that day. The next morning, Mark had a bit of extra time and decided to make a quick side trip back to the Acropolis on his way to the airport. At the base of the path, the dog reappeared and 'escorted' Mark to the top again and, again, the self-appointed guide left. From that incident, Mark wrote The Dog On The Acropolis which I have deemed my favorite read of the past year. The book is not long and a simple story, but the theme is almost spiritual in its presentation with a superb ending. Knowing that the book was based on this true event makes it all the more charming. The Back Story.

For more on Mark Tedesco, check his website or follow Mark on GoodReads or his LinkedIn blog.

For more on Jeff Bailey, go to his Home Page, or follow him on GoodReads or his LinkedIn Blog.