Help! I’m in love with an alien! by Jessica E Subject

Hello readers! I’m here with the heroines from my new box set, An Alien to Love, to engage in a panel discussion with them about dating an alien, or aliens, as is the case for one guest. So, being as we don’t have a lot of time, let’s get started.

Ladies, what was your first reaction when you learned your date was an alien?

Ava: I was shocked. I mean, I knew Nate came from a different planet, but I didn’t expect him to be Claustrian. Though, it explained why he vanished from my life all those years ago.

Carrie: You were shocked? I didn’t even know aliens existed until I met Frey.

Danyka: Me, too! I mean, I believed, but I never expected to come face-to-face with an extraterrestrial, let alone end up the soul mate to two of them.

Melinda: I was happy. I write about relationships with aliens all the time. Though, I never believed my childhood neighbor to be from another planet. His reaction to my finding out was much worse. Thank goodness he got over that.

Skylar: I’m not sure I can answer your question, since I’m not from Earth. But, when I learned the identity of my date, I ran. I thought he planned to take me back to the tentacled space pirate I was supposed to marry.

 

All interesting reactions, but your dates seem to have worked out in the end. So, let me in on a secret. What’s the worst thing about being with a man from another planet?

 

Carrie: I couldn’t give birth to my daughter in a hospital. I had to disappear when I was ready to deliver, and remain in hiding for the early part of her life.

Danyka: Yes, it’s hard to live on Earth when the government wants to dissect the man or men you love.

Melinda: Wow, I hadn’t thought of that. Cooper has lived here all his life, but… Maybe we won’t have children.

Well, this is depressing. How about you all tell me the best thing about being with an alien.

Skylar: Finally, a question I can answer. He understands me. And he makes me happy.

Carrie: [nodding] He knew what I longed for from the moment we met.

Melinda: He’s all my fantasies come true.

Danyka: Fine, I’ll say it. The sex is out of this world.

Ava: Yes, explosive.

[The is a lot of smiling and nodding around the room.]

And on that note, I’ll let you all go. I know some of you have a spaceship to catch. Thank you for taking the time to chat with us today!

 

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Five HOT 1Night Stand stories by Jessica E. Subject about sexy heroes from other planets.

What do a librarian, a nurse, a director’s assistant, a housekeeper, and an orphan have in common? They all end up spending an evening with a gorgeous stranger. But, will one night lead to more, or will the women end up running away when they learn their sexy suitor comes from another planet? Find out in these five sensual 1Night Stand stories by sci-fi romance author, Jessica E. Subject.

Contains: Celestial Seduction, Satin Sheets in Space, Another Night, Another Planet, His Alien Virgin, and Her Alien Hero

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Jessica E. Subject is the author of contemporary and science fiction romance, ranging from sweet to erotic. In her stories, you could meet clones, or a sexy alien or two. You may even be transported to another planet for a romantic rendezvous.

When Jessica isn’t reading, writing, or doing dreaded housework, she likes to get out and walk with her giant, hairy dog her family adopted from the local animal shelter.

Jessica lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two energetic children. And she loves to hear from her readers. You can find her at jessicasubject.com and on twitter @jsubject.

 

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Lullaby – a deleted scene by Catherine Peace

 

Gemini nearly drove me nuts. I never thought I’d get it done, and at one point almost threw in the towel. Thank the writing gods for awesome friends/crit partners/sanity keepers.

After some intense heart-to-heart (read: bitch) sessions, the story finally reached a cohesive point. I rewrote the first bit and felt great about it. Until my editor wanted the story. Once I got my edits back, I sat down, looked at what I’d written, and began the arduous process of sewing it all together. Unfortunately, something I really wanted in there didn’t quite make it.

To strengthen the relationship between my heroine Shadi and her father-figure Ezra, I thought it’d be awesome to show that side of their relationship through a lullaby. After all, he practically raised her and her twin brother. But since Ezra was a slaver—and ended up selling them anyway—the lullaby needed to be inappropriate. Cue “Long Black Veil.”

The scene where Shadi sings it didn’t fit, but I wanted to share it because I really love it.

***

For a while, she kept to herself, curled into a ball on the softest cot she’d ever laid on, unable to sleep. The engine’s hum lulled her into a doze, but every other sound she heard pulled her back into full alertness. She expected one of the nyx to kick her awake. When no one came, she was both grateful and concerned. What did the man expect of her?

“She walks these hills in a long black veil,” she sang under her breath for what had to be the thirtieth time. “She visits my grave where the night winds wail. Nobody knows, no and nobody sees. Nobody knows but me.” She sighed. “Ezra, where are you? You haven’t forgotten us, have you?”

Eventually, she headed to the cockpit where the man sat in quiet repose. Sitting in the vacant co-pilot’s chair, she studied him. Scars marred his forearms, and the markings of hard work covered his hands, same as hers. In his face, she read weariness and a small trace of fear around his eyes. What right did he have to be afraid? “Why.”

He jerked awake, as though from a nightmare.

 

Uri drew his pistol. He swiveled around, and seeing the girl, put the gun back in its holster, impressed that she remained stone-faced. “Why what?”

“You took me. Why.” Though she asked questions, her voice held only accusation. “Where’s Ezra.” Her voice broke and pierced his heart. Fully awake, he reached for her, but she pulled her knees up against her chest, blocking him out.

“I don’t know,” he answered and hoped to God she wasn’t asking about the Ezra he knew. “I’m sorry. I don’t know.”

“Stop lying to me!” A sob shook her frame. He wrapped his arms around her, unsurprised when she struggled; he simply tightened his grip. “He promised,” she muttered against him. “He promised….”

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Being one of the Embassy’s glorified treasure-seekers has its perks… 
Komandan Uriah Jacobs recovers ancient artifacts in exchange for more than just decent pay; he also receives guaranteed protection from his former owners, the nyx…until an emergency landing on a too-familiar colony brings him face-to-face with his past life and something more—a surprisingly priceless treasure in the form of a human woman.

A slave to the nyx since childhood… 
Shadi spends her waking hours in the forge, dreaming of rescuing her brother with the help of a man she once worshipped like a father. A crashed ship on the colony becomes her only hope to escape. But before she can steal the ship, the pilot abducts her. They may be the same species, but will he help her find her Shilah?

Their attraction is undeniable… 
Fighting it seems inconsequential as they evade the nyx’s bounty hunter and uncover a conspiracy that shines unwanted light on Shadi’s past and reveals the corruption in Uri’s beloved Embassy, placing their fledgling love in danger.

As the universe systematically falls apart, will Shadi and Uri’s newfound passion be enough to keep them alive?

 

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Meet Darci and Ross from Diamond Moon by Celia Breslin

Hi Everyone!

Nice to be at Literary Lagniappe today, to introduce my wolf shifters from Diamond Moon, part of Decadent Pub’s multi-author series, Black Hills Wolves.

Enjoy!

Names? 

Darci: “Hi, I’m Darci Diamond. When I was little, my dad used to call me DeeDee. Ross calls me Moonbeam. He says my pale skin reminds him of moonlight.

Ross: ::levels a heated stare at Darci:: Indeed it does, baby. Ross Luparell here. No nickname. Well, Darci calls me some interesting names when we’re intimate. ::grins::

Hair and eye color?

Darci: “My hair is black and short and a bit curly on the ends, styled in a pixie cut. I have green eyes, like my dad.”

Ross: I have brown hair with a lot of red in it. Shoulder length with some layers. My eyes are brown. Darci likens them to milk chocolate.”

Age and occupation?

Darci: “I’m 25 and fresh out of grad school, with a degree in Computer Science.”

Ross: “I love a girl with brains. I’m 29. I own a software company, though I’m currently overseeing some construction projects in Los Lobos. Building homes for the pack members who need them.”

Darci: “He’s being modest. He’s a freaking computer genius. And those homes? They’re gorgeous and he’s paying for all of them.”

 

Where is home?

Darci: “I was born and raised in Ashland, Oregon. I came to Los Lobos to get some help with my shifting problem.”

Ross: “I’m from Southern Indiana. I returned to Los Lobos to help families in need and make a home here with the Tao pack.”

Favorite food?

Darci: “Cheese! I’m a vegetarian shifter.”

Ross: “I’m a carnivore, of course.” ::arches a brow at Darci:: “As it should be. Red meat all the way.”

Catch phrase?

Darci: ::smiles:: “Well, I have no idea what I say, but Ross definitely goes overboard with the whole Moonbeam deal.”

Ross: “Hey! I resemble that statement. So there you have it: Moonbeam. That’s not likely to change…” ::a sexy growl escapes his throat:: “…Ever.”
Book Blurb – DIAMOND MOON, Black Hills Wolves, a paranormal romance, standalone read:

Human-wolf hybrid Darci Diamond spends every full moon locked in auntie’s basement in Southern Oregon. Her excruciating shifts terrify her, the last one causing her heart to stop beating. Seeking a cure, she journeys to Los Lobos.

Ross Luparell returns to the struggling Tao pack, using his millions made in the tech industry to build homes for pack families in need. He never imagined he would also find his one true mate. But when a hybrid with the biggest green eyes he’s ever seen lands on his doorstep in the middle of a wicked summer storm, there’s no denying it. She’s the one.

She wants a normal human life, free from pain-filled shifts. He won’t give up on her Wolf, and will do whatever it takes to help her accept her true nature. But can he convince her to trust him with her heart?

 

Excerpt:

 He reached out with his Wolf senses. The feedback froze his fingers on the doorknob. Female. Damn, she smelled good. Human. Wolf. Wait…both? The copper tang of blood hit his nose. And injured.

 

He flung open the door. […] The woman startled and fell forward. Catching her, he pulled her inside, kicking the door shut with his foot.

 

She sagged against him, a shivering bundle of wet woman. Underneath the dampness, her scent drop-kicked his gut. Apples and cinnamon. Roses and honey. His body perked up, taking extreme notice. He fought the growl of possession threatening to tear out of his throat. Holy hell, had his potential mate just walked into his home in the middle of a storm?

 

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Celia lives in California with her family. She writes urban fantasy & paranormal romance, and has a particular fondness for werewolves, vampires, and the Fae. When not writing, you’ll find Celia exercising, reading a good book, hanging with her family, or indulging her addiction to Joss Whedon’s TV shows and movies.

 

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Shifters play harder! by Eva Lefoy

I didn’t always write shifters but about a year ago I made a switch to include them in my work. Not only because shifters still seem to be popular, but also because of the ease of writing different storylines that don’t always lend themselves easily to contemporary romance stories. One can beat a shifter character up pretty badly and they most often heal. Hello, character torture!

There’s also pack dynamics that in some ways are familiar to us as family interactions. We as humans innately understand hierarchies and in a pack there is always a top wolf who’s bigger and badder than the rest. From there, it’s easy to let your imagination run wild.

So far, I’ve tended to pretty darn mean to my alphas. My betas are the secret, quiet heroes who do the right things and get the job done. For example, in Darkest Magic, the alpha of the pack has fallen prey to an evil witch. He tries to kill his beta and his daughter, and it’s the beta, a snarky dwarf, and a good witch who save the day. In my Sexy to Go series, the alpha, Liam has a tense relationship with my heroine, Casi, a woman who has an ongoing relationship with his mate. To keep things interesting, there’s a few surprises and a large battle looming for Liam’s pack.

But through all the hardships I throw at them, shifters are still around to play, and I get new ideas of where to take the characters. For example, I’d like to create a series featuring a pack with a female alpha. I also like to play around with the idea of multiple alphas as mates. What does a pack do when there’s more than one possible ruler to look to? Who do they follow and what must the leader do in order to differentiate themselves?

In short, how much blood sweat and tears can you give ‘em and have them be just like a Timex and keep on coming? Plenty, I say, which makes them fun to write and easy to love. My next shifter series will be a m/m science fiction/horror erotic romance.

Let’s see those wolves battle giant space bugs! Yee haw!

Eva – the slightly deranged shifter writer
Excerpt:

Darkest Magic by Eva Lefoy

“Nikko,” Eli soothed, using his favorite diminutive for him—a name he hated. “We need to talk, and I thought it best we do so out here.”

None of the other wolves sat. All remained at attention. The hairs on his neck didn’t just stand, they marched. Every nerve he possessed readied for a fight. His wolf clamored to get out. He kept his eyes low, his speech careful. “What’s up? Is the pack in trouble?”

“Trouble?” Eli threw his head backward and his massive chest out and laughed. “There’s no trouble. In fact everything’s perfect.” He motioned toward the smaller, red-coated wolf beside him. “Petrina’s pregnant.”

The only sound he heard was his own long inhale. None of the other wolves moved or twitched. Why was it a big secret? “Congratulations. I’m happy for you.”

Eli nodded and smiled as he closed the distance between them. “And it’s time for you to go.”

“Go? Go where?”

“You’re done, Nikko. I don’t need you anymore.”

He flinched at the hand clapped on his shoulder. Though they’d been close as brothers while the alpha’s first mate was alive, things had deteriorated steadily since her death. This was probably the first time he had simply touched him and not hit him in over two years. It struck him as weirdly unreal.

“You’re out of the pack. Get your things and go.”

His brain went into freefall.

 

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Eva Lefoy writes and reads all kinds of romance, and is a die-hard Trekkie. She’s also terribly addicted to chocolate, tea, and hiking. One of these days, she’ll figure out the meaning of life, quit her job, and go travel the galaxy. Until then, she’s writing down all her dirty thoughts for the sake of future explorers.
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Time Travel into the Deep Past by Kerry Adrienne

Have you read any of the books in Decadent Publishing’s Black Hills Wolves series? If not, let me take a moment to tell you about the world. The series is multi-authored, but each book is standalone (but so much better if you read them all—because characters do appear in multiple books). Los Lobos is the town where the Pack lives and works and plays, though not all the books take place within the town. The hierarchy of the Pack is the same throughout the series, so you’ll see the Alpha come and go, and of course you’ll meet the resident werebear, Gee.

I’m so thrilled to be a part of this series! When I was thinking about what I wanted to do, I went with what I loved—time travel. I love history and I got to research the history of the Black Hills to find the perfect time to set my story. I settled on a time just past the last Ice Age—when life was truly flourishing in the area. What a great time for my hero and heroine to discover new love!

Creatures of all kinds roamed the lands at that time: mammoths, giant sloth, sabertooth cats, dire wolves… Vegetation was prolific and so varied. Some was similar to today, but some was very different. I think if we could travel to that time, our senses would be overloaded with the beauty of the time (though I’d want more than the knife Nika had to defend against the creatures of the time!).

There’s a massive cave system in that area of the Black Hills, Wind Cave National Park (you can visit it today: http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com/parks-monuments/wind-cave-national-park ), which must have been an amazing refuge to creatures in the past. The cave system is amazing and so long! Over 140 miles documented to date, and even more unexplored.

Now when it comes to fiction, especially set so long ago (with no first source material), how does an author know they are being accurate? Well, I tried to be as accurate as I could with the setting detail—knowing that everything I read was based on the science of today. After all, as far as we know, no one has traveled back to that time to document things. But, boy, I sure would like to!

If you could travel to any time period and place in history (safely) for a day, which time and place would it be?

Thanks so much for reading!

Kerry Adrienne

 

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Nika, the pack’s newest scout, wants nothing more than to please his Alpha. When he discovers a beautiful, and very sick, stranger in the woods outside Los Lobos, he finds himself torn between his duty and his hormones. The stranger carries a deadly wolf virus—one that hasn’t been seen in the Black Hills in ages.

Kimi, a Lakota Sioux, is dying. She’s transported herself forward in time, hoping to find the cure to the illness that’s stricken her tribe. Her only chance for survival is to trust Nika, even if she’s not used to having help.

To find the cure and save the pack, Nika and Kimi must travel to a time long ago—before the Lakota populated the Black Hills—a time filled with dangers neither can imagine. Their growing attraction may save them, or kill them both.

 

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Fiction Versus Reality by Jessica E. Subject

Hello all!

In 2014, the creators of the 1Night Stand line put out a call for the authors attending Romancing the Capital. They wanted stories about an author or reader who would have their blind date during the convention. I decided to write one, but had no idea what the venue looked like. I guessed and hoped some aspects were accurate. After attending the conference, I learned some of my details worked, while others didn’t. Here are some pictures and corresponding excerpts to show how reality is not always as I imagine.

 

Excerpt: Melinda Rose tossed a quarter into the gleaming-white marble fountain near the porte cochère. I wish to find my soul mate, the man I’m going to marry, in the next year. She’d waited long enough, dated men of all ages and races, but had yet to come across her forever man.

 

Reality: No fountain near the porte cochère, but there was room for one if they removed the benches.

 

 

Excerpt: After a quick glimpse in the mirror to ensure he’d return to his human image, Cooper slipped on his shoes and grabbed his key card. He didn’t know Melinda’s room number, but he would acquire it. He rushed out the door and down the hall to the stairwell, no patience to wait for the elevator. When he reached the lobby, he sidled up to the front desk.

 

A balding, middle-aged man raised an eyebrow at him. “Can I help you?”

 

Reality: Except for the stairs from the lobby to the second floor, I never did find the stairwell. Plus, I never saw any balding, middle-aged men at the front desk. Everyone there was young and on Friday they wore Ottawa Senators shirts. I would have included that if I’d known.

 

 

Excerpt: At the ding of the elevator, he instinctively peered over at the opening doors. Melinda strolled out, her hair rolled up in a bun, and her lips a brighter red than when she’d left him in the suite.

 

Reality: The front desk was really close to the elevator, so I got this right.

 

 

Excerpt: She caught his gaze and spun the other direction, heading down a crowded hallway.

 

Cooper darted after her, dodging yet another swarm of women along the way. “Melinda!”

 

She didn’t turn around, didn’t even pause. She marched across the plush carpet, straight through a double doorway.

 

Reality: Melinda would have had to go up the stairs first to get to the conference rooms.

 

While the hotel in my story did not exactly match the venue of the first Romancing the Capital, it could match one in the future. I had a blast at the con, and hope it continues for many, many years.

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Librarian by day, erotic romance author by night, Melinda Rose sets out for another exciting conference, this one in Canada’s capital city, Ottawa. But all her plans go up in smoke when the 1Night Stand she applies for is set to happen at the same time.

Cooper Tate heads to Ottawa to meet a friend. When he learns of her deception, he is ready to head back home and vows never to trust her again. That is, until he sees a picture of his stunning date.

With the help of Madame Eve, can these two former neighbors become lovers? Or will extraterrestrial secrets rip away the hero Melinda has always dreamed of?

 

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Jessica E. Subject is the author of contemporary and science fiction romance, ranging from sweet to erotic. In her stories, you could meet clones, or a sexy alien or two. You may even be transported to another planet for a romantic rendezvous.

When Jessica isn’t reading, writing, or doing dreaded housework, she likes to get out and walk with her giant, hairy dog her family adopted from the local animal shelter.

Jessica lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two energetic children. And she loves to hear from her readers.
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An interview with Wyatt Powell from Your Wild Heart by Dena Garson

Hi, Wyatt! I’m so pleased you agreed to do this interview. The people here are Literary Lagniappe are super nice and I’m sure they can’t wait to meet you.

Why don’t you start off by introducing yourself?

I’m Wyatt Powell. My family and pack mates call me Hotah. I’m a Park Ranger in the Black Hills National Park and, since you probably already know, I am member of the Los Lobos wolf pack.

Being a Park Ranger has to be exciting. Tell us about the scariest moment of your life.

Actually, it had nothing to do with my job. It was the day my father was killed. I realized some years later that if my mother had not insisted I help her in the garden that day, I might have been killed also. Those were dark days. Our previous pack leader was mad and more than one pack member suffered under his abuse.

How traumatic. Okay, let’s change the subject. What are you passionate about these days?

Other than, Izzy? [chuckles] I am quite passionate about the preservation of our land and the animals that make their home here in the Black Hills. I think it’s important that we respect and preserve not only the natural resources available to us but also the history of this area.

What do you do to unwind and relax?

It depends. If the moon is full moon, I like to run with my pack mates. But otherwise, I’ll light the fire pit on my back patio and have a quiet evening just listening to music or maybe just wind in the trees. Izzy seems to be developing an appreciation for those nights.

What songs are most played on your iPod?

I like classic rock. You’ll find a lot of Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Queen and Rolling Stones. There are also a few country artists I’ll listen to like Blake Sheldon or .Jason Aldean. But it’s hard to beat Bohemian Rhapsody.

Now for the nitty gritty, what would we find if we looked under your bed?

Other than Izzy’s suitcase, hopefully not much more than a few dust bunnies or maybe a missing sock. I used to keep my dad’s old rifle under there but I finally installed a gun safe so now it’s locked up.

Tell us about your favorite restaurant.

Hands down, it’s Ruby’s Diner. Everything is home cooking. Their pot roast will make you lick your plate clean. And they have the best home cobbler in the state. Ask Izzy – she made me take her back four times just so she could get more of their mashed potatoes and gravy.

That does sound good!

Okay – they’re giving me the nod that we’re out of time. Thanks again, Wyatt, for joining me for this interview. I hope we hear more from you and Isabelle in the future!

 

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Wildlife biologist, Isabelle Acker, meets sexy park ranger, Wyatt Powell. His Wolf sits up and takes notice of her, but when he learns why she came to the park, he becomes wary of her intentions. After all, as far as the general population knows, there are no wolves in the Black Hills.

Ordered by his Alpha to keep an eye on the smoking-hot biologist, Wyatt finds it difficult to keep his hands to himself. He wants to possess her, to share everything about his life, but that might endanger the Tao Pack. But the attraction proves too great and, unable to deny his Wolf, he takes her with a passion he didn’t know he possessed.

However, their sexual bliss is short-lived, and on the night of the full moon, more than one secret is revealed. When all is said and done, they must each decide—is what they have between them true love or just hot sex?

 

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Bringing Characters to Life by Jessica E. Subject

Recently, I’ve had three of my titles produced as audio books, and I’ve worked with three different narrators, both male and female, each producing a different type of story. While I’ve read my stories out loud many times, it is completely different when someone else reads my work. For the auditions, I chose scenes between two important characters, sometimes a sex scene. Those are definitely interesting. If a narrator makes a romantic interlude between two or more characters sound more like a porn flick, or something else totally creepy, they are definitely not the one you want. I have listened to a few of those.

After I decided on a narrator, I waited to listen to the first fifteen minutes of the production. This is where I get to check for mispronunciations and decide whether I like the voices the narrators have used for all of my characters. It can get interesting here. I’ve only had minor corrections in this department, but I can definitely say that my narrators don’t always understand a character the same way I do. It really is all about interpretation. I’m not saying it’s always like this. With my most recent audio book to be produced, not yet released, the narrator “got” both of my main characters on the first try. With The Star Princess, the narrator asked a lot of questions before recording anything, which was really nice. I’ve learned that the more information you give a narrator beforehand, the less corrections you’ll have to make in the end.

Listening to the entire production is like an out-of-body experience. Not only did I spend some time writing these stories, I spent even longer editing them, reciting the words over and over in my head to make sure everything flowed correctly. When someone else reads the same words, it’s like my characters have come to life. They are no longer in my head or simply on paper.

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Book Blurb:

 

In one week, Princess Ro’sa will board a spaceship, leaving her home on Minjet to be with her betrothed on Earth. The only problem is, she detests the prince’s selfish and arrogant ways, preferring to spend time with his personal aide, a man who stirs her desires in ways she never imagined possible with his radiant blue eyes and smouldering lips. And oh, the way he touches her.

Earth’s post-apocalyptic landscape offers little but the alliance offers much and a princess must do her duty, no matter the danger to her person and to her heart.

 

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**Giveaway: Leave a comment telling me what type of scene you would be most uncomfortable reading out loud for a chance to WIN an Audio book of The Star Princess. Contest ends 3/12 at 11:59 PM EDT.**

Author Bio:

Jessica E. Subject is the author of contemporary and science fiction romance, ranging from sweet to erotic. In her stories, you could meet clones, or a sexy alien or two. You may even be transported to another planet for a romantic rendezvous.

When Jessica isn’t reading, writing, or doing dreaded housework, she likes to get out and walk with her giant, hairy dog her family adopted from the local animal shelter.

Jessica lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two energetic children. And she loves to hear from her readers.

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Music Fit for a Princess by Jessica E Subject

Thank you to the ladies of Literary Lagniappe for having me back. It’s always a pleasure to be here.

With the majority of my stories, I create a playlist with music that relates to my characters, settings, and even specific scenes in the story.

I had a lot of fun creating the playlist for The Star Princess, choosing songs I didn’t have on previous playlists, and purchasing songs I knew I needed for inspiration.

Here’s 10 songs from my playlist for The Star Princess:

Before You by Chantal Kreviazuk

Castle in the Sky by DJ Satomi

Closer by Tegan and Sara

Kiss You Inside Out by Hedley

Safe and Sound by Capital Cities

To You I Belong by B*Witched

Two Princes by Spin Doctors

We Found Love by Rihanna

What Doesn’t Kill You (Stronger) by Kelly Clarkson

You Found Me by Kelly Clarkson

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Here’s an excerpt that reminds me of the song Two Princes, when Ro’sa first sees her betrothed…

As a figure stepped from the shuttle, Ro’sa gasped at the same time as her friend. The prince. He had to be her betrothed, with the crown of gold on his head reflecting the sunlight. His hair cascaded to his shoulders in dark-brown waves, skin the same rich color of chocolate, her favorite treat from Earth. He wore a finely pressed black suit with a white shirt underneath. His plush cape reached the floor behind him. Pausing on the platform, he smiled, dimples forming in his cheeks.

Thank you, Earth! Excitement bubbled from deep inside her, and something more. She squeezed her thighs together and swallowed her own squeal to keep from giving away their location.

“He’s gorgeous,” Ka’lyn whispered. “Even the color of his skin is sexy. I wonder what he tastes like.”

Ro’sa shoved her friend. “None of your business. He’s mine.”

“And I’m so jealous.” Ka’lyn returned the punch. “I want to lick him from head to toe.”

So did she. “Don’t even think about it. You already have your own man.”

“Yes, but I can dream, can’t I? I mean, I love my sweaty woodsman, but, some days, I wish he was a prince.”

Before Ro’sa had a chance to respond, another man stepped out of the shuttle and slapped the prince’s on the back.

Ka’lyn shifted beside her. “Who’s that?”

“His personal servant?” She’d been told the prince would arrive with his own entourage. “Maybe a friend?” Would a servant be allowed to touch royalty? On Minjet, yes, but she’d been told the line between royalty and commoners was much more defined on Earth. At least before the last war.

“He’s cute, too. A stronger jaw, and look at those full lips. Imagine what they’d be like to kiss, how they’d feel on your breasts and between your legs.”

“Would you stop!” Ro’sa covered her mouth. Her words had come out much louder than she’d intended as she focused on the images her friend had planted in her head.

Book Blurb:

In one week, Princess Ro’sa will board a spaceship, leaving her home on Minjet to be with her betrothed on Earth. The only problem is, she detests the prince’s selfish and arrogant ways, preferring to spend time with his personal aide, a man who stirs her desires in ways she never imagined possible with his radiant blue eyes and smouldering lips. And oh, the way he touches her.

Earth’s post-apocalyptic landscape offers little but the alliance offers much and a princess must do her duty, no matter the danger to her person and to her heart.

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**Giveaway: Enter to WIN a $5 GC to Amazon.com! Comment to enter. Contest ends 11/23 at 11:59PM EST. 

 

Author Bio:

Jessica E. Subject is the author of contemporary and science fiction romance, ranging from sweet to sexy. In her stories, you could meet clones, or a sexy alien or two. You may even be transported to another planet for a romantic rendezvous.

When Jessica isn’t reading, writing, or doing dreaded housework, she likes to get out and walk. Fast. But she just may slow down if there is a waterfall nearby.

Jessica lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two energetic children. And she loves to hear from her readers. You can find her at jessicasubject.com and on twitter @jsubject.

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Keep it Classy by Leigh Ellwood

Hello! I’m pleased to be here today to announce my second story with Decadent Publishing is under contract. A CLASS ACT will follow A DIFFERENT CLASS as my next 1Night Stand short, under the sub-series Class in Session. While ACT is technically part of a series, you can read it as a standalone. Of course, you’re welcome to pick up A DIFFERENT CLASS if you enjoy M/M erotic romance. J

While we’re waiting for the release of ACT, I’m preparing to start the third story for submission. Since it’s part of the series, I’ll naturally use “Class” in the title. Now comes the fun part: figuring out which title to use next. I have a few ideas with storylines attached to them. Currently, it’s between TOUCH OF CLASS and CLASS CLOWN, but I’ll keep the plots under wraps until I have news from the publisher.

For now, though, I can reveal the next Class story will feature something you’ll see in A DIFFERENT CLASS: Sigmund Brewing. This company is founded and owned by Rod Maloney, named in memory of a dear friend. A few characters in the story enjoy the craft beers, some of which contain ingredients you might not expect. To build on their presence in the series, I’m happy to share the available varieties:

Sigmund’s Gone Pale – a traditional pale ale for those who prefer a lighter taste.

Sigmund Shock – a chocolate and coffee stout, not for weak taste buds!

Strawberry Sig – a seasonal offering with a fruity flavor.

Sigmund Loves Rosemary – a popular ale with a bold, herb flavor.

For my next story I’ll be coming up with more varieties for my characters to savor. I look forward to researching craft beers, and I’ll definitely enjoy them in moderation! I’ll also need to come up with some clever names (yeah, more than what I have here), so I’m happy to entertain ideas.

In the meantime, I hope you’ll pick up A DIFFERENT CLASS and keep an eye out for the release of A CLASS ACT, and future “classy” M/M stories.

Book Blurb:

FDR High Class of 2004 graduate, Glenn Carson contacts fellow alumni to get a list of who will be attending the upcoming festivities. One call to a disgruntled former student leaves him shaken—apparently, not everyone is looking forward to the reunion. Hoping to ease his frustration, he contacts the 1Night Stand service for a relaxing and passionate encounter.

Known as “Mumbles” to former classmates, Rod Maloney would prefer to focus on the present and his successful business. However, past tragedies continue to haunt him, so he requests Madame Eve find him a man to show him a hot time and help him forget his troubles.

Will their one night together lead to a reunion after all?

 

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**Giveaway: 1 eBook and 1 audiobook from Leigh’s backlist. Comment to enter. Contest ends 10/16 at 11:59PM EDT.

Author Bio: I am Leigh Ellwood. I write smutty stories about people who like getting naked and having sex. Some have more sex than others, some have sex with people of the same gender, some have sex with more than one person, and still others have sex with toys and things that require the use of batteries. My stories range from a few thousand words to well past 70k. I welcome you to visit me online and talk about books.

 

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