Texas
Author Creates Storm with New “Hurricane” Novel
Released on
= April 27, 2005, 3:39 pm
Press Release
Author = Janice A. Thompson
Industry = Entertainment
Press Release
Summary = Houston area author Janice A. Thompson announces the release
of her novel "Hurricane" - based on actual events of the
Galveston hurricane of 1900 (the largest natural disaster in American
history)
Press Release
Body = Spring, Texas, April 27, 2005. When Houston area author Janice
Thompson set out to write her novel HURRICANE, she had no way of
knowing it would be released in the middle of one of the deadliest
hurricane seasons of the past decade.
Her book, which chronicles the events of the Galveston hurricane
of 1900, hit bookstore shelves just after last season’s four
major storms blew in. And now, with the advent of another hurricane
season approaching, predictions are encouraging for this work of
inspirational fiction, which is meant to bring hope to those going
through the storms of life. Thompson’s novel carries the endorsement
of Dr. Neil Frank, former director of the National Hurricane Center,
who writes, “We tend to substitute education for
experience, which is why it is so important to review history for
accuracy. HURRICANE provides an excellent learning tool. Through
the lives of Thompson's
characters, readers can respond to a very real past experience and
discover the message of hope along the way.” People affected
by the recent storms are quick to discuss the need for information.
“As a Floridian, I have seen that hurricanes can cause devastating
losses to lives, property, and communities,” Louise Gouge,
author from Kissimmee, Florida, explains. “I have also seen
how these monster storms can reveal heroism hidden in the most fearful
hearts. In her new novel, HURRICANE, Janice Thompson tells the realistic,
gripping story of the survivors and victims of one of the most destructive
hurricanes ever to strike the coastlines of the United States. The
courage of ordinary citizens rose higher than the flooding waters,
revealing their faith and valor in the midst of the tempest.”
Sharen Watson of The Woodlands, Texas, writes: “The change
in the lives of the characters living through this horrific event
is reminiscent of 9/11. What is important after all? Survival through
circumstances such as these calls us to the
realities of life; God, family, friends and humanity as a whole.”
Thompson, who writes primarily for the inspirational market, couldn’t
agree more. “When we go through the storms of life,”
she says, “we have to stay centered. Grounded. When you look
at recent events - the attack on the World Trade Centers
and the Pentagon, the catastrophic hurricanes sweeping ashore and
killing so many, the devastating effects of the Tsunami –
you have to ask yourself, “Where do I find peace in the middle
of these storms? How do I survive unexpected tragedies in my life?
Can I really begin again?” Her book attempts to answer those
questions. HURRICANE leads the reader on a journey through the catastrophic
events that took
place on Galveston Island in the fall of 1900 - and beyond, into
a hopeful future. By incorporating actual elements of the storm
into her fictional story, Thompson weaves a tale of tragedy and
triumph, fear and faith. Ultimately, Thompson shares the victories
that arose from the devastation. “It is a story of rebirth
after crisis,” she explains. “We all go through storms
in our lives. Some can be devastating. And many, like last season’s
storms that hit Florida and the gulf coast, seem to come from out
of the blue. But if we can make it beyond the eye wall – and
we can – we will discover the truth. The storm will
pass. Our lives will begin again. Truly, we can survive, even thrive,
after calamities.”
Author: J. Thompson,
Janice Thompson (www.janiceathompson.com)
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