Coming Soon

Neil's Fire will be available on Smashwords and a few other retailers. Will keep you posted.

Self-Published and Loving it!!

Well, as I have already said, I have decided to go the self-publishing route. And I must tell you it's a lot of work.

But....

There is always a but...LOL

I'm loving it.  I feel empowered. I'm in control of every aspect of my book: writing, publication, graphics. And it's a great feeling.

I sold my first book on Amazon within the first two hours that it was published. I was jumping for the ceiling, I must tell you.

*Sigh*

Back to work then. Promoting is a b*tch. But loving it. Learning a lot.

Neil's Fire (Island Heat) Excerpt

I don’t want to be alone tonight.”

 “Of course not. I’m gonna stay until the storm dies down. Don’t worry.” He reached over and awkwardly patted her arm in a reassuring gesture.

She sighed. It looked like she was going to have to be a little more direct.

Sandwich forgotten she stood and he followed suit. She walked to his side of the table.  “Hey, you ok-oomph.”

His sentence ended abruptly as she pushed him back down onto his chair. She knew she was only able to accomplish the task because he was surprised by her action.

“Fire,-“

She placed a finger on his lip.

“Ssshhh.”

He grabbed her hand but made no effort to move it away.

His eyes blazed. That was the only way she could explain it. An inner fire lit his eyes up and they glowed. She remembered that look. The candles did not offer sufficient light but she was sure if she looked closer she would see his pupils expanded leaving only a faint green brown ring around them.

He wanted this too.

She pulled her hand away. He let her go. Grabbing the bottom of his t-shirt she pulled it up and up. Inch by inch of gorgeous chest was exposed. Abs, obliques, pecs. His golden skin, covering those perfect muscles, glittered in the candle light. A fine sheen of sweat sparkled over his skin even though the room was chilly. The shirt covered his face briefly then it was lying carelessly on the floor.

Yum yum!

He was even more gorgeous than before. He was more ripped, more defined. More…just more. And she intended to get reacquainted with every inch of skin tonight.

She put one leg on either side of his thighs. Her breasts were level with his eyes. He stared straight at them. Her nipples had already hardened and she was sure that they were poking against her top. He swallowed before meeting her gaze.

Slowly she grabbed the bottom of her own top and his gaze jumped to the action. Her fingers ate up more and more of the cotton material. His tongue moved over his lips as if they were suddenly dry. She pulled the top higher and higher and then felt the cool air brushed her nipples. She shivered. A strangled sound came from his throat. Moving it over her head she dropped it on the floor also.

His eyes were stuck on her breasts and he licked his lips again.

“I don’t want to be alone tonight.”

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Neil's Fire (Island Heat)

Hi Everyone!!!

I am soooo excited. I have decided to go the self-publishing route and my first book, Neil's Fire is available.

Ahhh... It's a good feeling. I'm soo happy.

But moving on. Let me tell you a little about the book.

First off, it's set in St. Lucia and if you've never heard of it, it's a small island in the Caribbean, tropical and beautiful.

The main characters, Neil and Safire have a long history; some of it good, some bad. A bad break-up loomed in their past but one thing's sure; the intense sexual attract they share will never go away.




BOOK SYNOPSIS

Under the St. Lucian sun, Fate throws Safire Robins and Neil Ryan back together after a painful breakup four years before.

Moving into her new apartment, Safire is shocked to find out that Neil is her downstairs neighbor and is determined to ignore his presence despite the attraction that still stirs her heart and her pants.

Neil, seeing the chance to win back the love of the woman his heart refuses to forget, is determined to snatch up the opportunity.

As a terrible hurricane threatens the beautiful island the one-time lovers let passion rule and enjoy hours of unforgettable fun.

But as the storm clears and they both come to terms with the past, will their blooming relationship survive? Or crumble under the weight of past transgressions?

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Character Profiles

 Fun-loving and easy-going, Neil Ryan is a Civil Engineer by trade. The son of a single mother, he was raised without a silver spoon in his mouth or hand. However the love apparent in his home was always a comfort.
From humble beginnings, he now has a respectable and rewarding career.
But before  all his success one person had stood by him. The one woman he loved more than life itself.

Chartered accountant, Safire Robins, also raised by a single mother had quite a different childhood. Resented by a mother scorned by men, she had been had been dead set against relations of any kind. She saw men as an unnecessary hindrance and sex unworthy of the possible heartache.
The night she met Neil, all that changed. Suddenly the appeal of love and lust were very apparent.

Read an excerpt here.
Neil's Fire is part of a five part series. Look out for the following covers.

How to be a GREAT French Kisser

Here are a few tips to make you a winner at the tongue Olympics.

-          Proper hygiene. No one wants to have a dirty tongue thrust into their mouth.

-          Hold your partner close. This allows greater intimacy with your bodies pressed close to each other. Touch the special person’s back, shoulders, neck, hair, etc..  Know the boundaries. You do not want to overstep and ruin the moment. Be gentle; at least until you get to know your partner better and know what he/she like.

-          Tilt your head to the side to gain proper access and forgo any awkward positions.

-          Close your eyes. With your eyes close, your other senses heighten and make the kiss more intense.

-          Gently touch your lips to your partner’s. Savor the moment. Do not rush. Starting slow allows you to figure out what your partner likes.

-          Lightly move your tongue against your partner’s lips, pressing softly.

-          If and when their lips part, lightly touch your tongue to theirs in a soft sweeping or licking motion.

-          When you are both comfortable with that, sucking and “wrestling” of the tongue is allowed.

-          Spice it up. Explore your partner’s mouth. Don’t get too creepy. Slowly and gently.

-          Biting. Some people like light biting of the lower lip. Very sexy and erotic.

-          So not forget to breathe through your nose. Air will be in short supply in such moments!

-          Swallow your spit. No need to slobber your partner.

-          Vocalize your pleasure (moaning, heavy breathing, etc.). Let your partner know that you are enjoying the kiss. They will too if you are doing it right.

-          Continue holding your partner close and listen to body language. There are many signs that your partner is enjoying your technique. Pressing the body closer, engaging in your tongue play and moaning are some.

-          Do not overthink the situation. Do not try to anticipate your partner’s moves. Go with the flow and allow your body to speak for itself.

Hope this helps.

Let me know.

Writing Challenges-Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

For a few weeks now, I’ve been contemplating which way to go. So I’ve decided to weigh the pros and cons and share them with you.

First, let’s distinguish between the two. “Self-publishing is the publication of any book or other media by the author of the work, without the involvement of an established third-party publisher.” With traditional publishing, the third-party publisher is involved as the author submits the manuscript for consideration by a publishing house.

Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

	Self-Publishing	Traditional Publishing
First-time authors	No fear of rejection. This however leaves the task of being highly critical of your work. It is highly recommended that you obtain an editor or a reading group to preview your work before publication.	The majority of first-time authors are rejected by publishing house.
Time	With self-publishing, an author can have a published book in a matter of weeks. With the publication of an e-book, the time maybe as short as a few days.	After being accepted by a publishing house, an author may need to wait week, months or even years before the book is published.
Money	The author may need to contribute upfront costs but has more control over the payout and royalties. You reap all the profits.	The author often gets paid an advance but has little control of the royalty percentage which is much less than with self-publishing.
Control	The author has control over the content, appearance, design, etc. You’re in charge	The publisher controls the content, appearance, design, etc.
Work Load	The author does all the work: writing, promoting, designing, etc.	The publishing house does all the work. All the author has to do is provide the material.
Publishing Success	Your chances of success are far greater. If your book is highly successful, you may be approached by a traditional publisher with a great deal.	Rejection is common, especially for first-time authors.
Book Prices	The author controls the price and while it may be lower than that of traditional publishing, it may sell more copies.	Books are commonly overpriced with traditional publishing.

You decide which option works best for you, but while self-publishing may yield greater profit long-term, you need to put in a lot of extra work, effort and gain some expertise in the publishing industry. If you’re looking for the big advance check, traditional publishing is the way to go.

Pan Fried Chicken

This is what I'm eating today. Thought I'd share it with you.

It was only after I made it did it occured to me to share, otherwise I'd have added pictures.

It’s a great healthier alternative to deep fried chicken.

Ingredient List

3 lb marinated chicken legs, skins removed

2/3 cup flour

1 ½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

½ tsp poultry seasoning

1/3 cup each, oil and margarine

Method

Combine flour, seasoning, salt and pepper.

Coat chicken in flour mixture.

Heat the oil and margarine in a frying pan on medium heat. To test the oil mixture for readiness, sprinkle some flour in. If it sizzles, the oil mixture is good for frying. If it does not, allow the oil mixture to heat up some more.

Lay in chicken.

Brown chicken on one side for 12-15 minutes.

Do the same for other side.

Reduce heat and allow the chicken to cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

Enjoy!!!