Kathy is suddenly transported to a deserted beach holding a fading photograph and a page torn from the binding of an old book.  She soon finds herself plunged into adventure as she sets forth on a journey to find her way home.  Each turn brings perilous danger, imaginative characters, and intervention from the gods — obstacles she must overcome using wit, cleverness and the beguiling charm only a muse can possess.

John Purlia

The Extraordinary Adventures

of the

25 Year Old Birthday Muse

What's a muse to do when she hits twenty-five and has yet to find an artist to inspire?

Why, of course, go shopping!

With a silent wish on her 25th birthday, a beautiful young muse vanishes in the blink of an eye and faces the challenge of a lifetime. Find a worthy artist… or live life as a mere mortal.

One part Lewis Carroll, one part Breakfast At Tiffany's, this is the story of “Kathy” — the 10th muse of classic Greek mythology, born into an ancient world of gods and goddesses, myths and monsters.

Kathy loves stylish shoes and sumptuous clothes, challenging games and exotic plants. As a muse, Kathy lives a charmed life of divine leisure, presiding over the artistic domains of Gardening, Fashion and Photography.

All she could possibly want is there for her on Mount Olympus. Everything, that is, except one thing… She has yet to find the artist she will one day inspire. And she better act quick!

The debut novel from John Purlia

The Extraordinary Adventures of the 25 Year Old Birthday Muse

I wish... I wish...

I wish I may finally find the Artist whom I shall inspire