Last update to Mr. Trouble

This is close to all I've written of Mr. Trouble (there's maybe enough for one or two more chapters), and since I'm not feeling overwhelming enthusiasm lately, I think I'm going to stop there.  I've been sort of feeling blah lately, maybe it's SAD, but I might just take a month off from posting.  In any case, for those who are following, here is:

Chapter 3

Entire story

Caoimhe's Hands - Chapter 1

Foreword:
This is kind of an experiment for me, writing about old times and places. I did some research and since I'm always fascinated with the "olden" times, here is a little something different. I have a few chapters written out on this story in the making...and I want to explain just a few things in translation. I also was not sure if I should use old forms of spelling such as "Thee", "Me", "Thy" but thought that would possibly be too difficult to pull off, so keeping it somewhat modern.

Maighdan na Haille - Maiden of the cliffs
Caoimhe - spelled "Kee-va"
Siobhan - spelled "Shiv-awn"

This story is about a healer named Caoimhe in ancient Ireland, (11-12th century) and how she meets Aidan who has become very ill after a fall from a roof...I won't give away more, but maybe you can imagine...
Let me know if this stirs your curiosity for more of Caoimhe and Aidan.

Chapter 1

Wild waves from the Atlantic were crashing against the cliffs. Strong winds blowing in from the ocean were howling around the cottage on the hill. It was the beginning of spring but with all its might, winter was still battling spring with strong gusts and cold temperatures.

The meadows were only slowly turning green. The dead brown grass longed to be laid to rest as spring flowers were waiting right underneath the grounds surface, anticipating to show their buds and eventually their beautiful faces.

The land was covered in thick fog, carrying in from the ocean. Spring seemed still in a distant future, never to return but nature was in charge and she would eventually permit spring to come back.
It was only March after all. Evening was about to push itself over the land. 

Caoimhe had the fire going in the cottage and was just adding another piece of dry wood. She then took the spoon and bowl to the water pail in the corner and rinsed off the residue of the broth she had drank for her evening meal. A few crumbs of bread were scattered over the table and she picked them up with her finger tips and put them into her mouth. She was going to have to bake bread soon as her supply had been diminishing over the past few days.

Update to The Consolation Prize

Hi guys—

Hope everyone's weeks are good. I think that ya'll are really going to like this chapter—I know I certainly liked writing it. We get to see a little bit from Pete then end with some Scottie and Will 1:1. Can't wait to hear your thoughts! 

Chapter 17 

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Update to Mr. Trouble

Thanks to everyone for the encouraging comments last week!  I've got a few more chapters written, so at the very least, I'll post those.  For those of you who read last week, you realize this is a different kind of story for me, in that both of the main characters have disabilities.

Chapter 2

And for those of you who didn't read last week, Chapter 1 is here.

Update to the Consolation Prize

Hi everyone—

Hope ya'll are having a good week. In Chapter 16 we get to see the aftermath of last week's chapter and we get some more 1:1 time between Will and his dad (who I know ya'll love).

I think you'll enjoy :) Excited to hear your thoughts—please comment! I love hearing from you guys. 

Chapter 16 

Table of Contents 

Devo Diary is back!

Hi everyone, I'm finally back from my extended hiatus. Sorry about that! I have several more chapters ready to go. I'll be posting every other week on Wednesdays.

Devo Diary Chapter 45: William, coda

I know it's been a long time, and by now there are a ton of names to keep track of. Here's a quick recap: At this point, it's 2004 and I've just returned from my 6 month stay in Taipei, where I experimented unsuccessfully with being a lesbian and checking out the local BDSM scene. Now I'm back in the US, trying to finish up my graduate degree, and still singing in a semi-professional opera company.

Here are the main people who show up in this chapter:

K: the blind guy I dated in college, who broke my heart. After years of no contact, I suddenly stumbled across him online and re-initiated contact, only to discover he's living not far from me. We promised to met in person when I returned to the US.

The Mantis: paraplegic guy I met at a BDSM club. We had a Mistress/slave relationship for six months before I left, in secret because he was cheating on his wife. While I was away, they amicably divorced and he's now living openly in the scene, with a new girlfriend named Titania.

William: the dashing, handsome bass in the opera, who I dated briefly before leaving town. I'm still in love with him, even though we're not dating.

Sarah: my best friend from grad school, with the curly red hair and sullen disposition.

Ariel: another friend from the opera, in charge of wigs.

Lulu: my best friend in the opera company. She's also into BDSM in a big way, and we've gone to many events together.

Marty: in the men's chorus, also the head of the local BDSM social club. Lulu's ex-boyfriend.

Suzanna: the lead soprano in the opera company, but friendly with all the women in the chorus.

Kara and Nam: a married couple, my two best friends from college, living in the Midwest.

Here is the Table of Contents, if you want to read from the beginning.

Update to the Consolation Prize

Hi everyone! 

I hope ya'll are having a good week. In this chapter we spend a little more time with Will's family and see them out in a public setting. 

Hope you guys enjoy—excited to hear your thoughts. 

Chapter 15 

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NEW RELEASE: Love Bites

As I mentioned in my post yesterday, my book Love Bites is currently live on Amazon!

It's only $2.99 on the Kindle, and FREE if you have Kindle Unlimited!  Here is the blurb:

Is it possible my sweet, handsome, charming boyfriend could be a vampire?

I know, I know, vampires aren’t real, except in fiction and folklore, but hear me out. I’ve got some convincing evidence…

Let’s start with the obvious. His name is Hunter. HUNTER. That’s a vampire name if you’ve ever heard one, right? And his white, sharp teeth are clearly capable of piercing the thickest of skin.

Then there’s his pale complexion. We’re talking get-this-guy-to-a-tanning-booth-ASAP pale.

And he has a weird tendency to compliment my “intoxicating scent,” especially when I get home from work. Did I mention I’m a phlebotomist?

Most concerning, I’m starting to suspect he killed and drank the blood of one of my closest friends.

My neighbor Jamie warned me to stay away from him or risk becoming his next victim. But Jamie may have his own ulterior motives.

Anyway, I’m taking my chances. What’s the worst that could happen?

Buy it now on Amazon!  And please be sure to let me know what you think when you finish!

Thank you!!!!!

P.S. A big thanks to Avery Kingston for the above graphic :)

Final update to Love Bites

In this final extra-long chapter, Hunter finally gets introduced to Brooke's friends.  And it doesn't go quite as planned....

Chapter 9

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Update to The Consolation Prize

Hi everyone—

Happy Thursday!

This week we'll explore Will's family life a bit more and we get a glimpse into Scottie and Will in the very beginning of their relationship. Plus, they both have a breakthrough that I think ya'll will like.

Hope you enjoy and really look forward to reading your comments!

Chapter 14 

Table of Contents 

Free Novella

I hope it's okay to post this, but since some people have expressed a lot of eagerness in reading my books for free, I just wanted to let everyone know that my novella Santa Crush will be free on Amazon from today until 9/6.  And after that, I'm removing it from Kindle Unlimited, so this will be the last chance for it to be free on Amazon.  So please download a copy while it's available!

Update to Love Bites

OK, the release of Love Bites is coming up very soon.  Please enjoy another chapter in which Brooke learns a little more about the hair she found in Hunter's apartment:

Chapter 8

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And for those of you reading the story that takes place in 1907, here is:

Tom Blake, Part 4