Published today, this is the thrid and final book in my Mistletoe Science series.
It tells the story of Lance, Magnus, and his orphaned nephew Jakob anPublished today, this is the thrid and final book in my Mistletoe Science series.
It tells the story of Lance, Magnus, and his orphaned nephew Jakob and their attempt to fully settle into life as a family. It picks up just after the end of the second book, when Magnus asked Lance to marry him. Lance couldn't be happier. They are planning to move their family to Sweden for Magnus's new job at Stockholm University. But when an old enemy resurfaces (yes, the evil uncle and aunt are back), followed by an unexpected new threat to their relationship, their new life in Europe turns out to be very different from what they had hoped.
Read this final installment of their adventure to find out if Lance and Magnus's will love be strong enough to make their Mistletoe Experiment a success?
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Published today, this is the thrid and final book in my Mistletoe Science series.
It tells the story of Lance, Magnus, and his orphaned nephew Jakob and their attempt to fully settle into life as a family. It picks up just after the end of the second book, when Magnus asked Lance to marry him. Lance couldn't be happier. They are planning to move their family to Sweden for Magnus's new job at Stockholm University. But when an old enemy resurfaces (yes, the evil uncle and aunt are back), followed by an unexpected new threat to their relationship, their new life in Europe turns out to be very different from what they had hoped.
Read this final installment of their adventure to find out if Lance and Magnus's will love be strong enough to make their Mistletoe Experiment a success?...more
***This review does not include the story I contributed.***
As the blurb says, "Humankind possesses a dual nature, the ability to rise to the brightest***This review does not include the story I contributed.***
As the blurb says, "Humankind possesses a dual nature, the ability to rise to the brightest heights—or sink to the darkest and most perverse depths." That is exactly what this anthology showcases in a collection of fourteen stories that go across genres, time periods, and heat levels. Each individual piece explores one of the seven virtues and the seven vices, and all I can say is that you should expect the unexpected.
The Dark of the Sun by Amy Rae Durreson If you ask people to define faith, you’re probably going to get quite a few very different answers that will mostly depend on what, if any, religion the person belongs to. As a virtue, it can therefore take many different forms, and Amy Rae Durreson chose a made-up one for this short fantasy tale set in a world both very similar and very different from ours. There are pale northeners, most of whom are well educated and live in Aurea, dark southern people who lead simple lives, and the east is mountainous,. Slavery existed, at least in the past, and not everyone believes in a higher power any longer. For those who do believe, the sun is their god, and it is this faith that gets tested every time an eclipse occurs.
Tomal, the narrator of the story, is a priest in his fifties and lives in a simple village in the south, but he spent five years at a northern university when he was younger and speaks Aurean. He feels like a fraud because he lost his faith when his husband of thirty years died a year earlier. So when a group of Aureans appears in his village to observe the eclipse, accompanied by a high priest, Tomal fears the game is up and he will be fired. But what follows is not at all what he expects, and what happens as he leads the strangers up the mountain so they can see the eclipse from the shrine, is entirely unexpected and nothing short of miraculous.
I found myself pulled right into this world of faithful sun worshippers, skeptic astronomers, and, of course, Tomal with all his doubts, anger, and issues. While the setting feels historical, the issues the small group of people deals with are very “modern”, and their world is very engaging. The occasional allusions to Christian faith made me smile, and yet the story has a feel all of its own, thanks to great world building. If you’re looking for an interesting interpretation of faith, death, and resurrection in a somewhat different format than the one you may be used to, then you will probably like this inspiring short story.
The Bank Job by Andrea Speed What a hilarious and utterly entertaining story. With tongue-in-cheek humor verging on sarcasm, Andrea Speed presents this story about superheroes – except it’s told from the villain’s point of view. It has everything I would hope for when superheroes are around, from a heinous crime motivated by greed to endangered hostages and a daring rescue, ‘The Bank Job’ has it all.
The Destroyer is evil, conceited, feels superior, and wants to complete “just one more job” before he leaves town for good. Greed at its best, for sure. His inner monologue as he thinks about the bank robbery in progress, his utter disdain for “the guys in capes”, and his complaints about how difficult it is to recruit quality minions to do the dirty work are hilarious. He is so convinced of his own genius that he ignores any and all warning signs – until it is much too late.
I really like stories about superheroes, but I have to say this satirical turn-the-tables tale was just as good. If you like your superheroes all serious and focused, this is not your story. But if you’re up for a bit of fun - okay, a LOT of fun - you’ll definitely enjoy this version of events!
Prudence for Fools by Sean Michael In this world with vague links to Chinese culture and a historical feel, seers and the magic they can do is no longer respected by everyone. Del of the Red, an old seer who has served the City of Clouds for decades, is ridiculed and banished by a new king. He should be looking forward to living with his husband Brawn’s tribe, the Ugul. They make Del feel welcome like one of their own, but his further visions for the city won’t leave him alone. Del throws prudence to the wind and returns to a city where nobody wants to listen to him.
Del clearly takes his calling as seer seriously. Some of the visions are so clear and compelling that to resist them would mean madness for him. It must be difficult to deal with a force that is so strong, and I can see why Del ends up giving in. The second reason is that he wants to save as many people from certain death as he can, and many do end up listening to him. Del is very concerned about his husband, so he travels alone – not a good idea under the circumstances. Luckily, Brawn is a stubborn as Del!
This is a wonderful story about mature lovers who try to out-stubborn each other, but their love ensures they don’t do any real damage. if you enjoy historical settings, magic, and watching idiots get punished for their stupidity, then you will probably like this short story.
The Gate by J.S. Cook Set in Newfoundland during World War Two, ‘The Gate’ is a dark story of anger, aggression, and two men fighting for no rational reason that I could see. Then again, the vice covered here is anger, and that is most often not rational, so I think that is a good fit.
Jack, the narrator of the story told in first person and present tense, owns a café in an Army town and does quite well for himself. He and his bartender have things well in hand, until a dry cleaning business opens up next door and all kinds of problems pop up. The nasty chemical smell is bad enough, but when the owner erects a gate closing off the alley (and Jack’s access to garbage disposal), things get out of hand.
While this is definitely a story that belongs in the “noir” category, and I was more than shocked by the ending, I can’t say there weren’t enough hints that should have made me realize what was going on long before the big reveal at the end. Very nicely done!
Heirs to Grace and Infinity by Carole Cummings I have often wondered what would happen if magic were real in our world. Carole Cook explores this situation where theurgists (wonder-workers, magicians) are licensed, everyone is tested for magic ability, and the Orthodox Party is running the country. They have been illegally and relentlessly eliminating unlicensed magic users for a long time, using an organization called the Bureau. Even children are not safe from them, and the methods they use to suppress magic are utterly cruel.
In come two characters who tell the story in alternating sections. One man is only known as “the Sorcerer”, and his command of magic is pretty awesome. He has been secretly freeing prisoners, children and adults alike, and I loved the descriptions of his activities. The second main character is Jackson, a captain working for the Bureau, who is reputedly one of the most loyal men in their employ. He is tasked with finally capturing the Sorcerer, but as it turns out, he has his own agenda.
This is a fascinating story of loyalty and betrayal, higher-ups who are hungry for power losing sight of basic human rights, and the men who end up fighting for justice and a better world for everyone. If you’re looking for an entertaining mix of action/adventure, political thriller, with superhero-like characters fighting injustice, corruption, and an authoritarian regime, then you will probably like this short story.
The Rendering by John Inman Gluttony is a sneaky vice. It makes the "sinner" feel good at first, but often has unforeseen, and in Otis's case, horrendous consequences. I felt for Otis, I really did. He likes his food, and he may overdo things but in the end he is very human and very lonely. There were lots of hints throughout that his story would not end well, but I still hoped for the best almost until the very end. But the moment it turned out that Otis's blind date was a candle maker - I knew what was going to happen. Horror in its purest form, but - like gluttony - in this story it sort of sneaks up on you.
Marvelously horrific!
Covetous by Pearl Love Envy is not considered a vice for no reason – it is one of the most destructive forces around. And the main character of this story, marketing executive Jonathan, feels it in spades and on so many levels that I am not surprised it ruins his life. Maybe not in the way I expected, and I don’t wish what happens to him on anyone, but pay for his jealousy he does.
This is a well written, more than slightly horrific dark story with a paranormal touch. I can’t say that I liked it, not being into horror, but it is well worth reading. If you ever feel the “green monster” about to make an appearance, remember Jonathan!
Hope by Rick R. Reed Hope may be a virtue, but it is also a pretty fundamental part of human life, almost a necessity. So much so that I don’t think many people realize it – until it is no longer there. This story, set in 1997, makes this painfully obvious when Todd has to deal with not one but two major blows to his life. The source of new hope is somewhat unexpected, at least parts of it, and I liked that little paranormal twist a lot.
Todd has been living it up in the big city – not really caring about the long-term, and enjoying as many men as he can. Then he gets hit with a double whammy – his mother dies of cancer before he can make it home, and his own health goes from “perfect” to “how many months do I have left to live”. He moves back to his small hometown and into the house his mother left him, and begins to fall apart. Not just does he have a ghostly woman appear in his hallway at night, his cute neighbor is clearly interested in him. But Todd can’t take things further with him no matter how much he wants to – or can he?
As stupid as Todd may have been in terms of the risks he took without even thinking about it, that is a very human condition. The way he dealt with his mother’s death was touching, and his slow recovery of his balance was a joy to watch. No, everything isn’t perfect at the end, but that isn’t what hope is all about. If you like stories about real men with real problems, yet with an added touch of the mysterious, then you will probably enjoy this short story.
Horseboy by J Tullos Henig Pride is one of the vices, and gets a pretty well-known mention in the 1611 King James version of the bible. According to Proverbs, 16:18: Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. And that is exactly what this fantasy story is about. It is set during the Crusades and features a Muslim trans* horseboy and the Templar knight he encounters when fleeing from the Infidels after they attack and burn his hometown while he is out grazing the horses. The Templar is only just alive, his companion was not so lucky.
Sabiq is used to hiding. His mother was beheaded for witchcraft, and the one thing she taught him as he grew up was to hide his abilities, and hide who he is. So he became a boy and uses his talent with horses to make a living unobtrusively. But all those efforts may be for nothing when he finds two of the enemies who destroyed his home in the desert – one Templar knight is already dead and the other is hanging on by a thread. Sabiq faces a tough choice: should he save the wounded man or should he save himself and let the man die? They are enemies, after all, and Sabiq has much to lose. It is by no means an easy decision.
Even though Sabiq has long ago learned not to be proud, the Templar has only now lost the man he clearly cares about. The level of his devotion has to remain a secret, and he suddenly faces total dependence on Sabiq. If you like stories with a moral as well as a touch of magic, then you will probably enjoy this short trip into a fantastical version of the past.
Train to Sevmash by Jamie Fessenden Set in 1967, at the height of the Cold War, this is the story of Jax, an American agent tasked with taking out a Russian soldier so he can take his place and gain access to Sevmash, a military base. They meet on the train, but from the moment Jax lays eyes on Yuri things do not go as expected.
The gradual change was very well done, and the sparse but intense emotions fascinated me. "Charity" is a hint as to what happens - but the time period does not allow for a true happy ending. Still, I loved the way Jamie Fessenden pulled me into the situation and made a whole time period come alive.
Red Light Special by Rhys Ford Lust may be classified as a vice, but based on this story, I think it should be up for parole! 'Red Light Special' is a very funny fantasy tale set in an alternate world where fae are in charge of keeping law and order. Or at least their definition of it. You have Fiach, who is only half fae and temporarily in charge of Detroit. His ninety-nine cents store made me laugh, and his assistant, a dryad, was hilarious. Fiach runs into all kinds of trouble with an escaped succubus, and eighteen-wheeler, and irreverent graffiti mentioning Oberon himself. Fiach is joined by a full elf named Oengus, the knight of Chicago come to retrieve the escaped lust demon.
If you like fae and want a good laugh, give this story a try. I loved the solution Rhys found for a happy ending as well!
Traitor by Clare London Fortitude is a virtue I don’t often think about, but it is similar to determination and stubbornness, which I am very familiar with on a personal level. In ‘Traitor’, Clare London shows the positive aspects of “mental strength and courage that allows someone to face danger, pain, etc.” (as per Merriam-Webster). It’s set in a London of the near future, one where right-wing terrorists have become so dangerous, that there is an entire Department (yes, with a capital D) of MI5 devoted to eradicating them by any means necessary. and you can take that literally, and exactly the way it implies.
The story focuses on two men. Aiden is an agent who has been working for the Department for a while. He is fiercely loyal, a master interrogator, and well known for his dedication to braking anyone who enters his interrogation room. He is the narrator of the story, and his intense, coiled anger and determination to get the latest prisoner to talk firmly jumps off the page. The man he has been tasked to get information from this time is Cam – a former fellow agent (and more) who defected to the Neo Aryans. That makes it personal for Aiden, and he scared me with his passion for revenge – and I was not the one in the interrogation room!
The masterful description of what happens next, the psychology at work for both men, and the ultimate resolution are well worth reading. If you enjoy the duplicity of the spy business, if you are ready to have your morals questioned, and if you’re looking for a read that is the perfect illustration of fortitude in more than one way, then you will probably love this short story as much as I do.
Couches of Fabric and Snow by Brandon Witt Sloth, as becomes obvious in this story, is a debilitating vice if someone succumbs to it as fully as Levitt, a young teacher. The story describes five days in his life, and at the beginning things didn’t seem so bad at all. Yes, he was a little lazy, he liked his home comforts, and didn’t feel very energetic about his job – or anything at all, really. But as the week progresses, and the full extent of his issues emerges, I began to worry. By midweek I wanted to shake him so he’d wake up to see what he was doing. And by the end of it I was ready to jump inside the book to pull him back from the disastrous, slow, and inevitable slide he seemed, by that time, unable or unwilling to stop.
Wow! With its completely harmless beginning and horrific end, this story is a perfect illustration why sloth is a very dangerous vice indeed. Well done, Brandon! ...more
Today, 29 March 2016, is the rerelease of this novel with a few minor changes and a brand-new cover. It’s the first book in a science fiction trilogy Today, 29 March 2016, is the rerelease of this novel with a few minor changes and a brand-new cover. It’s the first book in a science fiction trilogy set in the 26th century on a planet first settled by humans in the 9th century. Sounds crazy? Well, as far as we know this never happened, but I’ve always wondered what would have happened if the Gaels had had a way to escape the invaders.
Then, as I was doing research that really had nothing to do with the Gaels, I came across the legend of Scota. Apparently Scota (in Irish mythology, Scottish mythology, and pseudohistory) is the name given to two different mythological daughters of two different Egyptian Pharaohs to whom the Gaels traced their ancestry. Supposedly both of them ended up leaving Egypt and traveling to Ireland where they merged with the locals and created a new culture. Now that was a starting point for some alternate history creation I could work with. Of course I took many liberties with the original legend to create this new world of the Dalriata stories, but this is where it all originated.
So, in my version of reality, the Gaels found the Eye of Scota and discovered they could use it to escape the Vikings—and later the English—who invaded what is today called Scotland. The details of how this happened are lost in history for now, but I plan to revisit those events in the final book of the trilogy. This first book focuses on what happened to the people who settled Dalriata, how the invasion of Crìosdaidh (Christian) missionaries influenced their cultural development, and how all of that changes when technology allows the humans of Earth to “discover” Dalriata by using spaceships in the 26th century.
Eye of Scota is an action/adventure, a quest for answers to age-old questions, and a romance between one of Dalriata’s healer priests and a starship captain. Together they begin to unravel some of the mysteries of the past, discover the mysterious gateway is not at all what they expected, and find a solution to Dalriata’s problem of Slànach Stones no longer working.
I am currently working on finishing the second book of the series, called The Compass of Mil, which will hopefully be published early next year.
Released this week, this second of the four Seasonal Sins books is a super-hot anthology of 3 m/m stories that explores wrath, gluttony and pride. TheReleased this week, this second of the four Seasonal Sins books is a super-hot anthology of 3 m/m stories that explores wrath, gluttony and pride. These tales involve action, burning hot sex and out-of-this-world adventures that will leave you hoping for cooler weather - soon!
Only one of the stories is mine, the other two are written by the brilliant D.J. Manly and the amazingly talented A.J. Llewellyn.
Go check it out! I hope you will enjoy reading these stories as much as we loved writing them. ...more
Rereleased today, on 6 January 2016, The Florist is published by Dreamspinner Press.
It is the story of freelance florist Dylan White who gets a call tRereleased today, on 6 January 2016, The Florist is published by Dreamspinner Press.
It is the story of freelance florist Dylan White who gets a call that a good friend has died and left him a flower shop. Dylan isn’t sure he wants the commitment. Still, he travels to Florida to speak with the law firm, where he meets defense attorney Sean Mellick in the corridor. Sean makes a point of “running into” Dylan again, and Dylan eventually agrees to a date. While romance blooms between the two men, their careers aren’t going as smoothly. Dylan faces employee resistance and sabotage, and then inexplicable expenses leave him on the verge of bankruptcy. An offer to sell that sounds too good to be true makes him suspicious, and he asks Sean for help. Though they’ve had very little time together, Dylan and Sean need each other to work through the issues and plant the seeds for the future they both want.
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
More books are in the works and will all be new stories from here on, but no release dates have been set yet.
I hope you enjoy Dylan and Sean's story!
Serena
P.S.: For people who bought the first edition: I have added some scenes and details, but the story remains essentially the same. ...more
Rereleased today, 18 November 2015, The Cellar Hand is a story about winemaking, sabotage, and the discovery of a long-lost friendship. Orson and GeofRereleased today, 18 November 2015, The Cellar Hand is a story about winemaking, sabotage, and the discovery of a long-lost friendship. Orson and Geoff may have been separated for years, but when they reconnect, they both want more than the friendship they had when they were teenagers.
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Rereleased today, on 23 September 2015, The Model is published by Dreamspinner Press.
It is the story of successful fashion model Fabio Bonardi after hRereleased today, on 23 September 2015, The Model is published by Dreamspinner Press.
It is the story of successful fashion model Fabio Bonardi after he discovers his first wrinkle. He is tired of the loneliness and drama of the modeling world after ten years, so he enlists shy financial advisor, Edwin Zachary, to help him start a business. Edwin is the first man who sees something beyond a pretty face in Fabio, and the connection between them is immediate and surprisingly deep. But insecurity, fear of rejection, and the fact that they live on opposite sides of the country make pursuing a relationship challenging. Before they can figure out the details, a mysterious stalker tries to drive them apart. Then Fabio disappears after a photo shoot, and both men face an unexpected battle for the lasting relationship they both so desperately want.
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Upcoming books in this series include a NEW story, The Plumber, in October.
I hope you enjoy Fabio and Edwin's story!
Serena
P.S.: For people who bought the first edition: I have added some scenes and details, but the story remains essentially the same. ...more
Rereleased today, The Truck Driver is published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of Joshua Becket, who enjoys the independence of being a truck Rereleased today, The Truck Driver is published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of Joshua Becket, who enjoys the independence of being a truck driver. He has been saving for his own rig, but a declining economy and bad management stand in his way. Hope comes when Robert Oldfield buys the company. He is determined to make Gordon Trucking a success, and when he rides with Joshua in an attempt to learn the business, Joshua finds out why — Robert is trying to prove his worth to the parents who disowned him. Lust ignites and both men recognize the possibility for happiness together, but Joshua worries about his coworkers’ reactions. Then a competitor starts playing dirty, mysterious accidents sabotage Robert’s plans, and the resulting crisis might end Joshua’s chance for a future with a job and a man he loves — permanently.
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Upcoming books in this series include a rerelease of The Model in September, and a NEW story, The Plumber, in October.
I hope you enjoy Joshua and Robert's story!
Serena
P.S.: For people who bought the first edition: I have added some scenes and details (about 8,500 words), but the story remains essentially the same....more
Rereleased on June 17, 2015, this is a second edition with a few extra scenes, but the story is the same. Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meetRereleased on June 17, 2015, this is a second edition with a few extra scenes, but the story is the same. Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but still definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the "romance" is mostly not yaking place there.
This story is about Tom, a carpenter in desperate need of a few big projects to save the construction company he inherited from his father. He is in trouble because his older brother, Derek, who vanished five years ago, has returned and wants what he thinks is his part of the inheritance. Matt Langford is a safari guide who inherited his grandfather’s house when his mother committed suicide. He plans to have the dilapidated house renovated so he can sell it, and move back to his adventurous life in Africa. The immediate attraction he feels for Tom completely derails him...
If you are interested, you can read an excerpt and purchase the e-book at Dreamspinner Press, All Romance, or your "local" Amazon store.
I hope you will enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it....more
Aviophobia is out today, 17 July 2015. It's a standalone story within the Flight HA1710 series. Each story looks at the effect a dramatic event like aAviophobia is out today, 17 July 2015. It's a standalone story within the Flight HA1710 series. Each story looks at the effect a dramatic event like a plane crash can have on the people involved.
Aviophobia is about Richard Abbott, who has been afraid of flying ever since he can remember. He works as a member of a major bank’s IT department in London and his job does not require him to fly — until he gets promoted. If he wants to keep his job, he has no choice but to deal with his worst nightmare. When he finally overcomes his debilitating fear, he boards Flight HA1710 bound for Chicago, and when it crashes discovers that aviophobia isn’t the worst of it...
Rereleased today, on 13 May 2015, this is the fourth book in my Workplace Encounters series; inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying Rereleased today, on 13 May 2015, this is the fourth book in my Workplace Encounters series; inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
This story is about straight-laced ship engineer Nathan Kappas, who (literally) runs into happy-go-lucky musical dancer, Harper Quade. The sparks fly, but can they escape Harper's mysterious stalker and find enough common ground to discover a future together?
Upcoming books in this series include the rerelease of The Truck Driver in June, and a NEW story, The Baker, in July.
The Plumber is out today, 21 October 2015. It's a totally NEW Workplace Encounters story, never published before. It's about Will Kovar, a plumber whoThe Plumber is out today, 21 October 2015. It's a totally NEW Workplace Encounters story, never published before. It's about Will Kovar, a plumber who runs his own business, and Steve Hayes, manager of Safe Home for Girls and Boys in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Hard work and long hours have made Will Kovar’s business, Total Plumbing Solutions, a success. When he’s called to fix a bathroom at the Safe Home for Girls and Boys and sees how tight money is for the charity, he’s happy to donate his time. Meeting the home’s manager, Steve Hayes, is an added bonus, especially when Steve invites Will to dinner to thank him for his generosity. Will learns Steve’s wealthy family isn’t happy about his choice to make a career in social work, but neither man expects Steve’s parents to leave eighteen children out on the street to prove their point. Will is determined to help Steve figure out how to provide a safe and happy home — for both the children and themselves.
Rereleased today, The Chauffeur is the second of the Workplace Encounters books to be published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of scarred formRereleased today, The Chauffeur is the second of the Workplace Encounters books to be published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of scarred former model Kyle Anderson who leads a double life. By day, he works as a chauffeur for his uncle’s limousine rental company and he works nights as an exotic dancer, donning a mask to hide his identity and the facial scars that got him rejected by his parents. When Kyle catches the attention of Nick Giddings, a forklift driver caught low-skilled dead-end job, the two men immediately connect, but then Nick is laid off and Kyle’s uncle pushes him to date a woman, and everything comes crashing down...
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Upcoming books in this series include a NEW story, The Bricklayer, in April, and a rerelease of The Ship Engineer in May.
I hope you enjoy Kyle and Nick's story!
Serena
P.S.: For people who bought the first edition: I have added a few scenes and details (about 2,500 words), but the story remains essentially the same....more
Rereleased today, The Elevator Mechanic is he first of the Workplace Encounters books to be published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of quiet Rereleased today, The Elevator Mechanic is he first of the Workplace Encounters books to be published by Dreamspinner Press. It is the story of quiet elevator installer Joe who doesn't think he needs a relationship, and experienced fitness trainer Bill, who falls in lust with Joe at first sight - but isn't looking for more than a casual encounter either. When things get hot, then hotter between them, they both reconsider their options...
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Upcoming books in this series include a rerelease of The Chauffeur in early March, and a NEW story, The Bricklayer, in April.
I hope you enjoy Joe and Bill's, ahem, escapades!
Serena
P.S.: For people who bought the first edition: I have added a few scenes and details (about 4,500 words), but the story remains essentially the same....more
The Baker is out today, 15 July 2015. It's a totally NEW Workplace Encounters story about Ian Wallace, a baker of Scottish descent (yes there is a kilThe Baker is out today, 15 July 2015. It's a totally NEW Workplace Encounters story about Ian Wallace, a baker of Scottish descent (yes there is a kilt!), and Cameron Lewis, a former Marine turned detective.
Ian Wallace works as a baker for his tyrannical father in their family owned Scottish Bakehouse in Casper, Wyoming. He wants to represent the bakery in the upcoming Tartan Day competition, but his father refuses to reveal the secret ingredients that make them so successful—unless Ian gets married and has a son, proving he is fit to continue the family line.
Just before New Year’s Eve, Cameron Lewis, a former Marine turned police detective, comes into the bakery for donuts for his department and some black buns for himself. Cameron is hooked, and as his visits become more frequent, they stir Ian’s father’s suspicions. But threats can’t stop Ian from donning his kilt and entering the competition anyway—to show his father what he can do on his own. Though he might not have the secret ingredients, Ian and Cameron might still discover a recipe for happiness.
Released today, 15 April 2015, The Bricklayer is the first NEW Workplace Encounters book in quite a while.
It is the story of Mike Brown, who has been Released today, 15 April 2015, The Bricklayer is the first NEW Workplace Encounters book in quite a while.
It is the story of Mike Brown, who has been a bricklayer working for the same construction company since leaving high school at eighteen. He loves his work, is a stickler for detail, and prefers working with traditional materials. One day, while building a conservatory for a Victorian house northwest of downtown Baltimore, Mike meets Ash, the landscaper hired to restore the gardens. Ash is so stunned by the sight of Mike working hard, that he stumbles over some of Mike’s equipment and Mike is barely able to save him. When Mike offers to take Ash to dinner as an apology, Ash hesitantly agrees, and the two men start dating. Then Mike is pulled away from his next assignment of building fireplaces by a promotion he doesn’t want, only to be fired for incompetence two weeks later. Three of the fireplaces have collapsed, one seriously injuring a cleaner. With Ash’s support, Mike must figure out who sabotaged his work, and why, before he faces a lawsuit....
Workplace Encounters is inspired by men meeting at work - but definitely staying away from the so-called office romance. This series looks at all types of workplace, even the occasional office may play a role, but the 'romance part' is guaranteed not to take place there.
Out today, June 20, 2014, this is the story of Reinaldo's best friend Luiz and his childhood sweetheart Pascal after years of separation. When they fiOut today, June 20, 2014, this is the story of Reinaldo's best friend Luiz and his childhood sweetheart Pascal after years of separation. When they finally do manage to reconnect, Pascal is kidnapped and Luiz and he face a battle for his freedom that keeps them both on their toes... And, of course, some of the characters from previous books in the series are back as well: Grayson and James, and Reinaldo and Alastair.
The book is available in ebook and print at Dreamspinner Press: http://bit.ly/1qkCfz5
Out today, on 18 December 2013, this is a Christmas story of the "alternative kind". It's the story of Galen, a music student who loves Christmas, andOut today, on 18 December 2013, this is a Christmas story of the "alternative kind". It's the story of Galen, a music student who loves Christmas, and Clifford, a mathematician who is an atheist and doesn't want anything to do with it. So, Galen sets out to find a different way of celebrating the "winter holiday" and comes up with a somewhat unusual solution - The Ten Days of Newton.
I had fun writing this one, and much of the research Galen goes through is based on my own attempts to find out what other other festivals there are. Like Galen, I had no trouble with the "usual suspects", but what does Newton have to do with Christmas? When I got to the bottom of it I smiled, and I hope you will too.
The book is available at Torquere Press and will be for sale at All Romance and Amazon later today.
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