Just looked over the final edits for my latest fairy tale, “Love Me Like a Reptile,” which will be out from Noble Romance later this month. I can’t wait to see what kind of cover it’s going to have! Since I don’t have that yet, here’s the original inspiration for the title 
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Review: Spinning Gold
Elisabeth B. over at Bitten by Books has reviewed Spinning Gold, my Noble Romance Naughty Nibble, and had some good things to say about it:
“Spinning Gold” was an amusing take on the old Rumpelstiltskin tale where a young maiden is doomed to try and spin straw into gold – only this time around, that maiden is actually a man. It was interesting to consider that though Frea was genetically male, he lived his life as a woman and was highly skilled with textiles. The root of his father’s boast were grounded in actual mastery, and yet the drunkard gave no care as to how his behavior would affect his son. The story took on a more sexual bent than the traditional story and yet it seemed almost as innocent. The twists and turns at the end were both surprising and pleasing, if somewhat convenient. I enjoyed reading this…
Read the rest over at Bitten by Books and be sure to leave a comment to let them know you were there. It’s a delight to have reviews that are as detailed as this, particularly for a short story, and that show such knowledge of the genres. Yes, I do have a thing about folk and fairy-tales and I’m glad some other folks do, too.
I’m at work on two more short fairy tale stories and I have another with Jill at Noble. Fingers crossed that she likes them all: I look forward to having a nice collection of steamy and magical tales!
New Gig: Nights of Passion
I am joining the fabulous team over at Susan Hanniford Crowley‘s Nights of Passion blog. I first met Sue at Albacon and we had a terrific time hanging out; we also both took part in very fun late night reading of erotic stories. I think this will become a regular feature at Albacon.
I’ll be at Nights of Passion every Sunday, so please make a date with me and I’ll be sure to entertain you 
You’ll all be pleased to know that I am finally back to work on the sequel to Chastity Flame. Almost up to the “special guests” — the scene that has some of my fellow writers in it. I will of course have to run it by them to see if they’re happy with their portrayals. Can’t wait to see what they think! The sequel has an interesting new foil for Chas, further developments in her relationship with Damien — no, they’re not supposed to see each other! How will they cope with being separated?! Is their attraction stronger than their devotion to duty? And what’s this about a sex club for women…?!
Excited about Xcite
Now I can say it: just got a contract for my short story “Corrections” which will be coming out soon from Xcite Books. Now with a title like that, you might not be surprised to learn that someone gets spanked, heh heh!
Tomorrow I’ll be a guest on fellow Ravenous writer Lana Griffin’s blog, writing about sex and gender and writing. Be there! And don’t forget to drop by UnBound for the usual Ravenous Romance Wednesday! They’re always a hoot and there are plenty of drinks for everyone.
Three Cherries!
Over at Whipped Cream there’s a very nice (and favourable!) review of Chastity Flame. Reviewer Carnation ended her review with:
Chastity Flame is full of sexual tension, and has a twist that I honestly was not expecting. The adventures in the storyline kept me coming back to read more, and I was quite satisfied with the ending. If you’re looking for a book that will keep you firmly in your seat, then this one is the one!
A thoughtful review that provides useful feedback. I have to re-read the beginning and figure out what might have made it confusing. Writers are always looking for ways to improve.
I have been busy of late, but a lot of it is under wraps — hush, hush, secrets, something Chastity herself would understand, eh? I am trying to get moving on the sequel, but I’ve had an unfortunate week of illness that has thrown my life out of joint a bit. Trying to play catch up and get a bunch of submissions sent off. Keep your fingers crossed for me and my cohorts!
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“Park Larks” in Bunnie #3
My short story “Park Larks” — set in the secret garden in Regent’s Park — appears in the latest issue of Bunnie, the glossy erotic magazine from Red Rabbit Books. This issue is available as a FREE e-magazine. It’s got the same great stories and gorgeous photography, including a wide variety of beautiful scenes capturing the theme of The Great Outdoors For those of you who came to the Bunnie reading at Waterstone’s Nottinghill back in June, this is the story I read the first half of that night (such a tease!).
Spinning Gold!
Buy it now at Noble Romance:
An excerpt:
His dreams were filled with an ever-changing series of images, from the prince fighting off warriors in the holy lands or boars in the forest, to more tender images of the man beside him in the bed, their arms and legs entwined. So it came as a bit of a surprise to hear the voice call to him as Freawine struggled up from his dreams. “Will you sleep the day away, girl?”
Freawine rubbed his eyes and moved to throw back the covers, stilling his hand as he realized he had grown stiff from his lascivious dreams. The prince did not seem to notice his anxiety. He paced around the room with an energetic stride.
“May I go home, Your Highness?” Freawine managed to stutter at last.
“Home?” The prince stared into the coals of the fireplace. “Are you so eager to return there? Miss your family?”
“There’s only my father and me,” Freawine answered, willing his erection to calm itself so he could rise.
“Your father who risks your life by making drunken boasts?”
Freawine flushed. “Yes, Your Highness.”
“Doesn’t seem like much to miss.” He turned to regard Freawine. “What is your name?”
“Frea.”
He nodded, as if it were the right answer somehow. “Well, Frea, I have an offer for you.”
Freawine studied him. Something about the man seemed different. He looked as if he’d slept badly. His hair stuck up in different directions, his beard seemed even more unruly.
“One more night.” The prince returned his stare.
Freawine winced. His erection disappeared.
“If you can spin all the straw into gold tonight, I have a special reward for you.” He turned and looked at Freawine like a fox eyeing a chicken. “I will make you my queen.”
Spinning Gold: Cover Art!
OOooh! Look at these lovely images from Fiona Jayde for my Naughty Nibble “Spinning Gold” from Noble Romance:
