Guest Authors - Beauty and the beast with Yuki Edo and Victoria Vallo

Welcome Bestselling TEP authors Victoria Vallo and Yuki Edo who are sharing a bit of their recent release, Beauty and the Beast!  The two stories flow, the second continuing the first.  If you love wolf shifters and gay loving, this might be the book for you.

Bestselling author Victoria Vallo and Yuki Edo bring you two gay paranormal shifter tales filled with heat!

Under the Moon by Victoria Vallo

When Lee finds out Erik’s a shifter, he becomes even more entranced by the man with startling blue eyes and a body that won’t quit. But does Erik only want a bit of fun, or will he be the one to finally give Lee all that he’s ever desired?

Bound by His Wolf by Yuki Edo

The handsome Simon makes no secret of his attraction, even as he acknowledges that Michael isn’t gay. Yet every moment with this man feels better than the ones without him, and despite his recent pain, Michael wants to love again. When Simon gives Michael something he never even knew he wanted, Michael has to decide if his heart really cares what sex his lover is…

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Excerpt from Under the Moon:

Lee smiled. “Seems we think alike then.”

Erik gazed down at the smaller man, with his tousled brown hair and big green eyes. He wanted to pin Lee to the truck and feel that erection pressed against him, but he held back. The guy was responding, so there was no need to get aggressive. The wolf inside him, however, truly did want to pounce.

“Lemme text Simon real quick. Then I can help you. You got more boxes?” he asked as he whipped his phone out. To Simon, he sent: New guy hot and adorable. And hungry. Get more steak. Might get to play.

“Yeah, several empties. Just unpacking the kitchen and bathroom really. I’ll do other stuff tomorrow night.”

“Lead the way.”

Lee smiled and led him inside. Simon texted back. Just you? Or we gonna share?

Erik replied. He’s a maybe. Reticent. We’ll play by ear.

Simon’s only reply was ok. Erik cleared his throat. “Simon’s gonna get more food. We’re good to go.”

“Great. Thanks for the invite.”

Erik let him pass with an armful of boxes. He pushed in just enough to rub his hard cock against Lee’s ass. “Thank you for being so damn cute.”

Lee blushed and didn’t reply. Erik grabbed some boxes and followed him out. As they shoved them into the pickup, he said, “You can tell me if you don’t like being called that. I know some guys don’t.”

Lee shrugged. “Eh, Michael and I went to a private school. Got called pretty boys a lot, especially after I came out. Being kinda short and small, soft featured.” He shrugged. “Eh, it’s not so bad. I work out now. Doesn’t bother me.”

“Okay, but anything you don’t like, tell me. Okay?”

Lee seemed surprised by the serious statement, but Erik wouldn’t try to lighten the mood. Lee’s scent was calling to him, and he wanted to get the guy in bed and see what kind of chemistry they had. He had a feeling they’d be explosive together, and he wanted Lee to take him seriously and not think fucking was his only agenda. Erik wanted a mate, one day, and there was no reason Lee couldn’t be the one. His scent certainly had quite a pull. It had drawn Erik out of his kitchen and onto the porch earlier. There had to be a reason for that.

“Okay, yeah. I just haven’t been called cute in a while.” He picked up more boxes. “I’ve had kind of a dry spell. Left me a bit shy.”

“Shy? That mean I’m special? Drawing you out of your shell?”

Lee stopped as Erik picked up the last of the boxes. “I … like you. Never really liked a guy right off the bat before. Thought they were hot, yeah, but not…” He turned away and went back outside.

Erik followed and put his boxes in the bed. Then he took Lee by the waist and held him against the truck. “But not?”

Lee shrugged. “Don’t know how to describe it. Just feel … drawn to you.”

Erik knew exactly how to describe it, and it gave him hope. “I like you too. Kinda clicked for me right off.” He leaned in. “Let’s see how far you come out of that shell of yours.”

Lee arched his hips to press their groins together, and Erik took his mouth. He moaned into the kiss, their chemistry undeniable. He forced Lee’s mouth open and kissed him deeply. Lee felt so small pulled up against him, and Erik just wanted to wrap Lee up in his warmth and his scent. Mark him. Claim him. He had to fight to keep from growling as they parted.

Panting, Lee said, “I think I’m all the way out now. And yeah, clicked is one word for it.”

Erik laughed. He brushed their lips together again. “Wanna turn you around and fuck you right here, but … like I said, I like you too. Would rather have you in my bed later tonight. Do it right.”

“I bet you do it right all the time.” Lee put his hands, which shook a little, on Erik’s shoulders. Lowering his voice, he said, “Do that again. It’s been so long.”

Erik brought his lips to Lee’s ear. “Then you’ve been around idiots, baby.” He nuzzled his neck and enjoyed Lee’s soft moan.

June Writing Update

Happy June!  I can't believe how incredibly fast this year is moving... and it's almost summer already.  Well, there's still plenty of heat to come, outdoors and in.

ICYMI:  Bound to Them, the latest addition to the Bound BDSM Club Series I've been releasing with April Andrews just recently released.  We're still working out whether there will be a third installment, but I really think that there are more stories inside the walls of Bound -- so keep an eye out.

April Andrews and Kelex join forces to bring you another two scintillating short gay ménage BDSM tales…

Their Latin Lover, by Kelex

Bound has been home for head bartender Xavier Martinez for seven years. Being a witness to all the kinks going on inside the BDSM club, he’s fantasized, mentally thrusting himself into the wild situations. Yet no one has ever tempted him to break the strict rules he has for himself. He doesn’t have sex with members or their guests, no matter how naughty he wishes he could be.

When he sets eyes on a violet-eyed demi-god, he can’t control his lusts any longer. Dmitri is a guest of an important member, but Xavier surrenders to the handsome man anyway. A basement quickie isn’t ideal, but it takes care of Xavier’s itch.

He knew better than to break his rules, especially when Dmitri returns a few days later with his investment partner Mateo, claiming to have bought out the owner’s silent partner. Dmitri isn’t done with Xavier, and plans to share the bartender with Mateo, before collaring and claiming the Latin stud as his.


Danny’s Dom, by April Andrews

Danny has been half in love with his Dom for months. Trouble is, Marc has no idea. Worse, with his iron control and uncompromising stance on relationships, Marc is about as far from relationship ready as Danny can imagine.

But Danny wants his Dom badly enough that he is willing to risk it all. And what better way to force Marc's hand than by introducing him to a brand new sub?

By the end of the night Marc will come to realize that no one will ever love or pleasure him like Danny can... and Danny will realize something too... that there is only one Dom for him. 

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Next up is a return to The Three Bears Series... I've renamed the series JLC Construction Stories as I
really think they are going to go farther than originally considered.

For those of you following along, you know that there was a wedding announcement at the end of book three -- so what better way to follow things up than a bachelor party and the days following up to the nuptials?

Six Men and a Wedding releases 6/03/2015 and brings back all the characters you know and love!  Golden gets his big day -- and a hot, hot bachelor party.

Inside this tale, you'll meet two new characters... and hopefully you'll be excited to learn there will be at least two more books in this series.  No more spoilers -- you'll have to read the book to find out WHO is next.

After that story releases, we'll be heading back to Triple M Ranch for WILD RIDE.  I'm being hush-hush about this story as it's still in edits and things might be tweaked.  This story won't be the last of the hot cowboy pairings -- or triplings -- or quadriplings -- Ohhh my, the hotness.

I know my last update said the new Earth Dragons series was coming this month, but unfortunately, it had to be pushed back.  IT IS COMING!  I promise.

Carreg -- like the other dragons -- has been incredibly hard-headed and made the process a little more difficult.  But then, it makes for a better story when the characters are so incredibly strong.

Coming soon -- I've got a HUGE announcement and some news about another project I've been working on.  Keep your ears out -- I hope to be able to share in the July Writing Update.

Happy June -- sizzling summer is almost here!

Guest Author - Amanda C. Stone

Welcome author Amanda C. Stone as she shares some of her release -- The Adventures Of Cole And Perry.

Blurb:
It all started when Cole met Perry in a bar. Over three years they had some exciting adventures, and misadventures. The six stories included in this book are all about their journey from bar to wedding.

The Anniversary
Another cancellation of plans by his boyfriend forces Cole out to the neighborhood bar. Not long after arriving he meets Perry. Even as exciting as Perry is, he's unsure how the night will end.

The Fight
Cole and Perry are struggling to make time for each other and constantly at each other’s throats. A fight to the death will decide who is right or wrong in their arguments. But Cole really doesn't want to shoot Perry.

The Threesome
Deciding they want to spice up things in the bedroom, Perry wants to have a one-time threesome. Cole's nervous and doesn't want to ask any of their friends to join them. Perry finds the perfect solution.

The House
After two and a half years together, Cole and Perry want to buy a house. Once they find the perfect house, they get to spend their first morning together in their new space. Perry will have to help Cole decide which room is his favorite.

The Baby
Both Cole and Perry are exhausted. Taking care of a three month old is hard when she's up all night and is always hungry. If only they could find where they put the bottle warmer.

The Wedding
Cole is ready to make his commitment to Perry life-long. After careful planning, they created the perfect event. What could possibly go wrong? If only Cole didn't ask the same question.

Excerpt:
“Cole. I have a surprise for you. I want you to close your eyes and keep them closed until I tell you to open them.”

Cole looked up from his magazine at the doorway Perry’s voice drifted in from. He put the magazine on his nightstand and closed his eyes.

“They’re closed,” he called out. He wasn’t sure where Perry was in their apartment, but he sounded close.

Rustling and a strange squeaking noise reached his ears. Cole furrowed his brows trying to figure out what Perry was up to and what he was hearing.

“Okay. Go ahead and open your eyes.”

Cole popped his eyes open. He closed them and then re-opened them again. Nope, he still was seeing what was in front of him.

“Perry. Why is there--?”

Perry cut him off before Cole could finish his thought.

“So, we had talked about fantasies and things like that. I told you this was mine. So I’d like to introduce you to Freddy. Freddy, I’d like to introduce you to my boyfriend, Cole.”

Cole smiled at how nervous Perry was. His boyfriend was adorable trying to be brave with his ideas.

“Nice to meet you, um, Freddy. Perry, where did you meet Freddy?”

Perry had a small smile on his face that showed Cole he appreciated he was alright with what was happening.

“Online. I found Freddy on some website. Can’t remember the name now.”

Cole was stunned. His boyfriend didn’t go to those types of websites for any reason. Just meant Perry wanted to have the threesome and was willing to do it without asking one of their friends. Cole was so happy Perry had found a way to have his fantasy.

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About Amanda C. Stone:
Armed with her Batman notebook, fourth grade Amanda C. Stone was ready to start writing stories about unicorns, family members, and her imaginary friends Pink Amanda and Blue Amanda. Today, Amanda is armed with a new notebook, along with a laptop, and a never-ending supply of caffeine. Her stories are about all kinds of things, but the most important aspect is people falling in love.

Where to find Amanda:

Website: http://www.amandastonebooks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandastonebooks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/amandastonebks
Newsletter Signup: http://eepurl.com/ZF60L
Email: amandastonebooks@gmail.com

NEW RELEASE: Bound to Them by Kelex and April Andrews

It's finally here!  Welcome back to Club Bound.  April and I have dove back between the brick walls of Bound to bring you another two tales.

April Andrews and Kelex join forces to bring you another two scintillating short gay ménage BDSM tales…

Their Latin Lover, by Kelex

Bound has been home for head bartender Xavier Martinez for seven years. Being a witness to all the kinks going on inside the BDSM club, he’s fantasized, mentally thrusting himself into the wild situations. Yet no one has ever tempted him to break the strict rules he has for himself. He doesn’t have sex with members or their guests, no matter how naughty he wishes he could be.

When he sets eyes on a violet-eyed demi-god, he can’t control his lusts any longer. Dmitri is a guest of an important member, but Xavier surrenders to the handsome man anyway. A basement quickie isn’t ideal, but it takes care of Xavier’s itch.

He knew better than to break his rules, especially when Dmitri returns a few days later with his investment partner Mateo, claiming to have bought out the owner’s silent partner. Dmitri isn’t done with Xavier, and plans to share the bartender with Mateo, before collaring and claiming the Latin stud as his.


Danny’s Dom, by April Andrews

Danny has been half in love with his Dom for months. Trouble is, Marc has no idea. Worse, with his iron control and uncompromising stance on relationships, Marc is about as far from relationship ready as Danny can imagine.

But Danny wants his Dom badly enough that he is willing to risk it all. And what better way to force Marc's hand than by introducing him to a brand new sub?

By the end of the night Marc will come to realize that no one will ever love or pleasure him like Danny can... and Danny will realize something too... that there is only one Dom for him. 

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Mancraving Monday - Big, Beefy, and Hairy (NSFW)

Quite often, the men on my covers end up being much too thin and hairless for my tastes -- the covers never really show the kind of men that are in my mind.  Me?  I like them thick, with lots of muscles, ink, and at least some hair on their pecs.  Extra points for beards.  I also like the sexy silver fox as my hero -- the daddy to his cub.

Unfortunately, stock photography and what's available for sale is way far off what was in my mind more often than not.  If I could put any picture I wanted on a cover, some of these would most definitely find their way onto one -- especially Mr. Silver Fox below.  Whew -- I saw that and knew he had a story to tell.

Guest Author - Misha Paige and Beneath the Waves

Welcome Misha Paige to my blog -- she's a debut author at TEP and just released her first book - Beneath the Waves this week.  I read the story and really enjoyed it -- as well as the bit of surprise as to who Taylor's phantom lover is.  Very hot read and I think you'll enjoy!  Here's a sneak peek of Beneath the Waves.

Hungering for him…

For weeks Taylor has felt a presence watching him, convinced it was just the fantasy of a lonely man. He yearns for a connection to someone, he’s too afraid to risk his heart.

Maybe he was just crazy.

Until one night everything changes. Taylor is pleasured by an unseen entity, one that returns again and again as hungry for Taylor as he is for it. One that willingly fills every one of Taylor’s desires.
Taylor learns there is more to this presence than just lust. There is loneliness, need and a heartbreaking hope for acceptance that matches his own.

Slowly, the man who always shied away from people is drawn closer and closer to something that wants him desperately. Something that could give him everything he ever dreamed of.

If Taylor will take the risk.

If Taylor can accept what lies beneath the waves.

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Chapter One

I was spending the evening watching a porn video on the laptop while lying on my bed—my eyes devouring the screen as the cute, dark-haired twink moaned loudly while two thick dicks fucked him slowly. God, that looked so good. I tried to imagine it was me being impaled by those wide cocks, being split wide open as I was helplessly pinned by two men as they took what they wanted from me. The butt plug in my ass was my largest, but it didn't come close to comparing to the thick cocks I watched hungrily. But it stretched me good enough to mostly satisfy that desire.

Continuing to watch and imagine, I was going to enjoy myself as much as I could during this rare moment alone in the house. My roommate was gone for the night so I could be as loud as I wanted. My hand rubbing and stroking my seven inches, I was enjoying the smooth glide from the lube. Moaning aloud as I squeezed and rolled my balls with my other hand, sometimes pulling on them hard enough for a dark bite of pain. I gave them a hard yank, crying out even louder since there was no worry of being overheard by the guy I'd had a crush on since the day he moved in. My cock bounced against my stomach, leaving a few drops of liquid behind as the hairs tickled it. I kept stroking and pulling, driving my arousal even higher.

As hard as I was, I wasn't ready to finish myself off yet. This was too good to end so quickly.

No, that was a lie. I was waiting—holding out hope I would feel the presence of my silent, unseen voyeur. That pulsing hunger that had started haunting my room as I pleasured myself.

At first I'd thought I was crazy all those weeks ago when I’d felt eyes on me when I was playing with myself. But it happened so often I'd spent hours looking for some type of hidden camera or peephole.

Nothing.

Yet the feeling continued, slowly growing stronger. The idea of being watched was so arousing. I'd started performing, drawing out my pleasure while I put myself on display, like now, moving until I had my knees bent and legs spread wide so the base of the plug was plain to see. The only drawback was that I didn't have it secured to a chair like I preferred so I could move, fucking myself on it hard and deep as my dick bounced wildly until I finally grabbed hold and pulled it in a painfully tight grip before finally shooting.

At least this one had a remote so I could start it vibrating for an extra kick.

But I knew it would be the feeling of being on display for the other’s entertainment that would probably push me over the edge.

Taylor, you’re fucking losing it.

Just when I'd given up, I felt those hungry eyes taking in the scene I was setting. My pulse raced as, finally, I could get serious. Reaching down I took hold of the base, moving it in and out, slowly, just wanting to ratchet up my desire even more while I performed. I tilted it just right to bump my prostrate, shuddering at the explosion of sensation. My dick was leaking all over my stomach by now.

The hunger pulsing in my room pushed me even higher. God, I wanted to come, needed to so damn bad. So I let go of the toy and grabbed the Fleshjack I had ready and waiting, groaning as I slid just the tip of my cock in. The feeling of a yearning stare intensified. "You want to watch me slide it all the way in? Fuck my dick with it? Going faster and faster until I shoot?"

The greedy desire in the room became almost palpable as I pushed myself in the lubed toy just a fraction deeper. I couldn't hold back my whimper, my cock so hard and needy it approached a painful level as it slid into the tight grip of the toy.

Monday Mancraving - Kissing Edition

Julia Roberts' lovable hooker in Pretty Woman won't kiss on the lips for one very astute reason -- it's too intimate.

There's something about kissing another human being that's so magical.  A first kiss with the right person can be life-shattering.

Don't get me wrong, what comes after is pretty damned hot, too.

But seeing two gorgeous studs enjoying the intimacy of a hot kiss is pretty effing sexy to me.

If you agree -- by all means -- keep scrolling on down.

The Morality Police

A little over a year ago, I was the victim of an Amazon crusade.  Two of my titles were pulled for going into a gray area as far as consent -- at least, that's what I assume because the mighty Amazon is great for giving ambiguous answers and not consistently following their own rules.

And to make things better, it was two out of a four book series.  I ultimately pulled the other two as well, because who wants books two and four if you can't buy one and three on the site?  Of course, these books are still available at all the other major retailers out there, but Amazon is easily 75% of my income and not having these books available at the behemoth stinks.

Victoria Vallo had her Captured by Space Pirates 4-book series yanked at about the same time and it was a serious blow for her as well.

I heard of several other authors being targeted and having books pulled during that time period -- it seems that Amazon was bowing to pressure from certain conservative groups about the books they offered for sale on their website.

After a few months, things calmed down, for the most part.

They may have calmed, but it left me scarred.  I changed the way I wrote, fearful of what might get yanked next.  I stopped pushing the dubious consent line, even though the gray area there tantalizes me.

And my sales plummeted.  I stopped writing what I absolutely loved in fear.

Fear of losing my ability to pay the rent made me cowtow to Amazon's very ambiguous policies -- and even that's a joke because they really don't have clear policies.

It's like having an alcoholic father and publishing something with the hope its a good day.  Suddenly, it's no longer a good day and daddy beats your ass into the ground in a drunken rage.

The reason I bring this up is author Keegan Kennedy had TWENTY of his titles yanked from Amazon on Tuesday.  Now, most of these books had been for sale for months, some years, yet Amazon suddenly decided they were now breaking a general content policy.

I feel terrible for him.  I couldn't imagine having twenty of my titles go poof overnight.

So check out Keegan on Amazon (or rather -- what's left) and you can also find his other titles on Barnes and Noble and iTunes

Don't let fear tactics and censorship stop authors from writing the amazing works they do.

NEW RELEASE: Hell Fired -- Book 2 in Tales From Triple M Ranch

New ranch hand Grayson McCloud is just settling in to the Triple M when he gets an eyeful. Several of the other hands are participating in a clandestine orgy, and Gray can’t help but watch and listen to the pleasure unfold. Jealousy and loneliness fill him, and he envisions himself having a wild ride with two of the new hands hired about the same time he was. Only problem is, Gray is fairly sure they’re both straight as an arrow.
When he’s paired up with those same two—Scotty Givens and Dale Hughes—they ask him about the moans and groans they’d heard through the thin walls of the bunkhouse. Gray doesn’t know how to respond without giving away the lust he’d felt that night and how much he’d wanted to do the same with Scotty and Dale.
Both men sense Gray’s desire and decide to put him to the test while spending a night on the range, looking for whoever is killing off Triple M cattle. Scotty and Dale each take a piece of Gray and eventually force him to choose between them—although he can’t foresee not having them both.

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Looking down at Austin’s head, the silvery light glistening along the dark strands, Gray wanted it to last forever.

Yet, two other males came to mind. Dale and Scotty. He’d lusted after the pair for weeks now… and it was them he wanted to do this with, not Austin and Jensen.

Not that he was looking a gift horse in the mouth. After months of forced celibacy, he was on top of the world. Austin’s fiery mouth… and Jensen’s rough hands and lips… were all enough to send him into the stratosphere.

Gray didn’t know if Dale and Scotty buttered their bread on that side, so there was no sure bet he’d get his wish.

But if he could…

Gray glanced down at Austin and when the handsome man looked up, his face became Scotty’s. Dark good looks stared back at him, with a rock hard body covered in tats. Gray had only seen the ones on Scotty’s arm and neck, but hints peeking out from the man’s t-shirt dared Gray’s imagination to spread them farther. Did they go all the way down to his cock? A cock Gray imagined was thick and long from the heavy bulge he’d witnessed in the cowboy’s jeans.

He bit back another moan as Jensen kissed him again. When he pulled back, Jensen had become Dale. Blond hair and paler, unmarked skin covering an equally delicious body. Gray hadn’t seen him in the buff, either, but his mind worked overtime to create what was there. Tight jeans and t-shirt helped fill in the lines.

And as quick as his imaginings appeared, they were gone again, a play of the moon, sleeplessness, and the heat. Once again it was Austin and Jensen, two incredibly handsome and virile men touching him. It was unfair to these two to imagine them as anyone else but who they were—two gorgeous men willing to help him stave off the solitude for one night.

Monday Mancraving - Ink Inspired

What is it about sexy men and tattoos?  A little ink goes a long way and the right art on the right body can take Mr. Average into Mr. Super Sexy.

At least in my humble opinion.

In my release this Wednesday, Hell Fired, one of the cowboys has art all over his fine form, so I figured I'd share a few marked hotties today.

May Writing Update

This past month saw a shift into a new genre - the Western.  Cowboys are incredibly sexy and I've been having fun with the boys from Triple M Ranch.  Rode Hard came out in early April and I'll be returning to the series in May with the release of Hell Fired.

Three new hands have been hired thanks to ranch owner, Mack Maitland's, new land acquisition and the addition of more cattle.  There's also a rash of cattle deaths coming to the ranch and a mad dash to find the culprit.  Of course, there's wild sex in between.  Tales from Triple M Ranch is hot, sexy fun and intended to spice up your reading.

My second duo with April Andrews is coming in May as well -- Bound to Them.  Still based in the Bound BDSM club, our characters will tackle menage action in this edition.  Look for this title to come out in late May.

Also, I've got a secret project I've started working on.  Can't say much other than it's a big brand new world and paranormal.  Look for more details to come!

I'll also be working on a final Three Bears story (I think it's final, who knows?) that should see release sometime in June.  I've really enjoyed my boys from JLC Construction and I'm not ready to see them go just yet.

What else is in the works?

More dragons, more cowboys, and another secret in the works.