Friday, July 30th, 2010
I’m blogging about being sick as a dog right now, Comic-Con, and the Mad Madam M, and Professor Moriarty.
Come visit!
Archive for July, 2010
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
The Mad Madam M showed me a fabulous library-style remake of those Old Spice commercials we all know and love. I laughed.
Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
Not forking out the dough for the RWA Conference this year, with evening wear, suits, high heels and whatever “business casual” means?
Not to worry! Romance Divas is hosting the
Not Going to Conference Conference…
The Conference You Don’t Have to Get Out of Bed For!
From July 28-31, come hang out with some terrific, savvy authors — and you don’t even have to brush your teeth (although, seriously, good dental hygiene gets you extra points.)
We’ll be hosting panels on:
The Power of Three: A crit group tell-all (Paranormal)
The Lolitas of STEAMED! Present Writing the Steampunk Romance -more than leather corsets and brass goggles!
Whips, Chains, Slings, Oh My: It Really Isn’t About the Toys (BDSM Erotica)
The Great Big YA Panel
Register for free at Romance Divas, then come join us on the forums for the discussions, as well as some terrific prizes:
Eden Bradley/Eve Berlin:
1) erotic e-books, THE SEEKING KISS and TEMPT ME TWICE.
2) a synopsis critique in any sub-genre of erotica/erotic romance.
Jax Cassidy:
1) erotic e-books, DEVIL’S HEART and BRUSH STROKES.
2) book cover design or banner ad
Kristen Painter:
copy of her e-book, ALL FIRED UP
Rhonda Stapleton:
1) STUPID CUPID YA Book trilogy
2) a proposal critique (1st 3 chapters and synopsis) for any genre of book, romance or not
K.B. Alan:
1) The choice of one of her e-books: PERFECT FORMATION, ALPHA TURNED or BOUND BY SUNLIGHT.
2) A $25 Barnes and Noble gift card.
Robin L. Rotham: Signed copies of BIG TEMPTATION, ALIEN OVERNIGHT, and ENEMY OVERNIGHT
AJ Chase: copies of e-book CAT AND MOUSE
Inez Kelley:
1) e-book package of both MYLA BY MOONLIGHT and SALOME AT SUNRISE
2) The complete Dirty Laundry Series (3 e-novellas) co-written by Ginny Glass aka Wordsugar and Inez Kelley
Kate Pearce:
1) a three chapter ~and~ synopsis critique-any erotic romance, paranormal romance or historical romance.
2) Winners choice, in either print or e-book format (if available), of a set of the Simply series (there are 5) ~or~ a set of the Cowboys (there are 3) ~or~ a copy of KISS OF THE ROSE-readers choice.
R.G. Alexander:
Winners choice of any two e-books from her Samhain or Ellora’s Cave back list
Nadia Lee:
Critique of 1st chapter & synopsis-paranormal or contemporary romance
Shelley Munro: Winners choice of any one her backlist books from Ellora’s Cave or Cerridwen Press
Ciar Cullen: Winner’s choice of any one e-book on her website.
Voirey Linger: A copy of her e-book RISKING ETERNITY
RF Long:
1) a submission package critique (letter, synopsis and 3 chapters)
2) e-books! (details TBA)
Crystal Jordan:
1) 1st chapter and synopsis critique
2) One copy of any e-book off her Samhain backlist (http://samhainpublis…/crystal-jordan)
3) One copy of IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT (print or electronic, winner’s choice)
Jeannie Lin:
1) a first chapter critique, any genre
2) an official BUTTERFLY SWORDS souvenir charm
Elise Logan: Winner’s choice of any e-book from her backlist
Marguerite Labbe:
1) A critique of an m/m story
2) Signed copies of her m/m vampire trilogy MY HEART IS WITHIN YOU, HAUNTED BY YOUR SOUL and OUR SACRED BALANCE
Seeley DeBorn:
One jar of home made body or face scrub, customized to the winner’s preferences and skin type.
For example: Orange Spice Oatmeal, Coffee-Cocoa, Citrus Salt, Lavender Mint, Honey and Flax
Sela Carsen: a copy of her e-book CAROLINA WOLF
Hailey Edwards:
1) a copy of her sweet fantasy romance ebook, EVERLONG.
2) two five dollar MBaM gift cards
Charlotte McClain:
Copy of her two e-books, LOVE TO DECLARE and ROCK STAR’S RETREAT
Cynthia Justlin: (Golden Heart Finalist!) Proposal Critique (3 Chapters and synopsis)-any genre other than erotic
Lainey Bancroft:
1) signed copies of her contemporary romance, THE TROUBLE WITH TESSA and her chick lit romance COZUMEL KARMA
2) Proposal critique (3 chapters and a synopsis) any genre except Steampunk
Tina Burns-Publisher-Liquid Silver Books:
1) a critique of 1st 3 chapters & synopsis
2) 3 be-book prizes for 3 different winners! Winners choice of any one e-book download from LSB library.
Mima:
Winner’s choice of one e-book from her backlist-see her website for booklist.
Taneasha: handmade jewelry by our own Taneasha-details to come!
Barbara Sheridan:
1) Winners choice of one e-book from her backlist-see her website for booklist.
2) Critique of up to 20 pages of either M/M, or M/F romance or erotic romance in various subgenres (contemporary, historical, paranormal or suspense/mystery)
David Bridger:
A copy of his ebook BEAUTY AND THE BASTARD
Victoria Janssen:
3 print books TBA (whatever she finds at the RWA Conference)
Gemma Halliday:
Signed copy of SCANDAL SHEET
Jennifer Leeland/Jennifer McKenzie:
1) copy of her e-book MARKED FOR PLEASURE (Kindle version available upon request)
2) copy of her e-book MARKED FOR DESIRE (Releasing June 29th) (Kindle version available upon request)
3) copy of her e-books The Command Series (Trilogy)
4)copy of her BDSM e-book series (3 from TWRP and 1 from Samhain)
Emily Ryan-Davis:
1) Critique of novella-length (up to 30k) manuscript; any time period, m/f, menage, f/f (m/m not her area of expertise)
2) signed print copies of her anthology: MATING CALL, DRAGON DANCE and DRAGON BOUND
3) e-book copy of CHANGING THUMBELINA
Sabrina Darby:
1) Signed copy of her erotic historical novel, ON THESE SILKEN SHEETS
2) Critique of first thirty pages of any Regency (erotic or non erotic fine, but m/m outside my area of expertise)
Alina Morgan:
1) copy of her e-book The Twilight Deception
2) copy of her e-book The Shadow Unveiled
Debbie Mumford:
1) Critique of a synopsis
2) Winner’s choice of any e-book from her back list.
Kimberly Troutte:
1) copy of her e-book SOUL STEALER
2) copy of her e-book CATCH ME IN CASTILE
Sasha Devlin:
1 pair of hand made writing mitts or gloves-style and color TBD by the winner
Julia Knight
Winner’s choice of one copy of any of her books available in e-book format
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Just got the final, final, final word on the Wasteland anthology. The release date has been scooted a few times, but no it’s unleashed on Amazon, so I’m guessing it’s officially official. Woot!
Pre-order it in print here!
The Wanderer by Crystal Jordan
For his inventions, Ezra can demand whatever price he wants, and now he wants the fierce warrior, Kadira. Kadira fights her unexpected need for him with all her strength. The trouble is, the more she resists, the more he seems to like it.
The Whore by Lilli Feisty
Prostitution is the only life Bryn knows until she escapes aboard a pirate ship, dressed as a boy. In the arms of Captain Xander and his lover, Hawke, she finds true freedom. Yet danger awaits them at the next port…
The Breeder by Eden Bradley
When Nitara looks into the eyes of the man to be sacrificed along with her virginity, she sees not an animal, but the man who haunts her erotic dreams. Realizing the temptress is as much a prisoner as he, Akaash escapes with her into the arms of his bonded lover, Dhatri. There, she learns loving two men is worth every sacrifice.
The Priestess by R.G. Alexander
On a dangerous journey to an ancient city, High Priestess Xian and her guard, Hel, find a battered stranger. Her attraction to the mysterious Siraj makes Hel’s blood boil, forcing him to cross a line never before dared. And reveal secrets that change everything.
Warning: Contains hot pirates, sexy Sun Guards, dirty and dusty warriors with big swords, three-way, more-way, straight-way, bi-way, anal sex, spanking, naked wrestling, voyeurism, exhibitionism, pretty much every “ism” because, c’mon, it’s the Smutketeers!
Sunday, July 25th, 2010
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You Should Smell Like a Peach |
 You are sensual and flirtatious. You always make sure to enjoy yourself, even if no one else is having fun. You feel like everyone takes life too seriously. You wish people would lighten up and see how sweet life is. You are naturally sexy and attractive. Even when you’re trying to be more serious, you can’t help but be a bit of a tease. |
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Tonight, after the daily festivities of of Comic-Con, the Mad Madam M and I are hooking up with one of my fellow Smutketeers, Eden Bradley, for dinner. It’ll also be the first time I’m meeting her guy, naughty cartoonist Sam Saturday. Sam is apparently a Comic-Con regular, while M and I are virgins.
Should be interesting times. My worlds collide! Can’t wait to see Eden. Always good to get smutty together.
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
There are so many things to see and do at Comic-Con, plus San Diego is a lovely city. We’re getting a bit of all worlds here.
At the con, we’re getting crazy people in costume, nifty free swag, movie premiers and TV show pilots, panels featuring actors from our favorite shows (i.e. Jensen, Jared, Nathan…yummy…)
Even better, Professor Moriarty is going to be around and he’ll take us out on the town. He’s trotting us out for coffee (tea for me, I’m half-English, you know) and dessert (yummy…) at a place that calls itself extraordinary. Professor Moriarty claims it’s not false advertising. We shall see, won’t we?
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
The road trip begins today!
The Mad Madam M and I are heading down to San Diego for Comic-Con. It’s going to be omg levels of awesomenisity. Really. San Diego better lock its doors at night or something. Maybe M and I need a police escort to be allowed down there.
On the agenda:
1) Stalk Nathan Fillion.
2) Rampage on yummy restaurants.
3) Stalk Jensen Ackles.
4) Sneak into the backstage-pass-only areas.
5) Stalk Jared Padelecki.
6) Possibly start a squeeing fangirl riot when we spot one or more of these three guys.
I know…you’re all jealous. As you should be!
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
The Mad Madam M will be arriving this afternoon. Woooooooooohoooooooooo! I haven’t seen her since Christmas, so I’m ready for my best friend fix.
Even better than that? She’s helping me put some of the finishing touches on my apartment remodel. It might be done some time this century. Who knew?
Even better than that? We’re taking a road trip down to a fun little convention in San Diego this week. If you don’t know which crazy famous con I’m talking about…well, you just might not be nerdy enough for this blog. Otherwise, you can come back tomorrow for more details. Hee!
Monday, July 19th, 2010
I don’t think I’ve brought this up at all, but I think it’s time for the Mad Madam M and I to come out of the closet. Yes. It’s true. I think people have suspected us for quite some time, but now I think you really should know. It’s only fair that we be honest.
M and I are in a deeply committed relationship. With other people.
I know! I can hear your collective gasps of horror and the deluge of questions. What does this mean? How can Crys and M be no longer single? What will happen to their heterosexual life partnership? Isn’t this the second sign of the apocalypse? Should I be worried about zombies taking over? Where’s my tinfoil hat??
It’s crazy, really, but M and I thought we should come clean, and drag the mancakes out for a showing. Okay, not a showing. No pictures. We have to protect their innocence. Or…something.
Anyway, without further ado, but with much bartering on appropriate codenames, I give you Geek Squad and Professor Moriarty! Geek Squad managed to snag the Mad Madam M earlier this year with his mad gadget skillz and stuff. Between the two of them, they have at least five computers in their house. Also, I’ve heard their entertainment center could give a Best Buy store a run for its money. I want to play the Wii when I go see them for Thanksgiving.
Then we have a more recent addition with Professor Moriarty. He’s got a love for the Sherlock Holmes novels and he’s a bit of an evil genius, mad scientist type. I totally adore that he picked a villain codename for himself. He keeps me on my toes, that’s for sure. Also, he makes me laugh and he thinks I’m pretty. *happy sigh* Okay, I’ll stop with the tween crush gushing.
So, those are the guys. Welcome to the insane asylum that is my blog.
Also…don’t worry about the heterosexual life partnership. M will be here tomorrow to see me. Even with the Geek Squad at her house, I still get visitation rights. Stay tuned for more details on that…
