He's A Little Shy...

...but what a bod! Nothin' to be shy about there. Grrrrrrrowf!






"Don't keep a man guessing too long--he's sure to find the answer somewhere else." ~Mae West

Reviews For Phoenix Rising I

"PHOENIX RISING I is a brilliant compilation of short stories from five talented authors. With more than one sub-genre represented in this anthology, every reader is sure to find a story or two (or five) to love. Don't miss this entertaining (and did I mention smokin' hot?) anthology. This is one purchase you won't regret." --Lori Ann, RRT Erotic

"5 Shamrocks! (The Wolf of Cnoc Meadha is) a funny and quirky story by an imaginative and fresh author, with plenty of sexual tension and amusing characters and situations to keep the reader enthralled. Recommended. " --Lee M., CK2S Kwips and Kritiques

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"Life's just a merry-go-round. Come on up. You might get a brass ring." ~Mae West

Reviews For CHRISTMAS CANDY

4 Harps! "With stories from some of my favorite authors like Jamie Hill, Skyler Grey, and Sherrill Quinn, I wasn't a bit disappointed. There's something for every reader in this collection of Christmas love stories." ~Ash, Rites of Romance Reviews

4 1/2 Lips! "With plenty of peppermint sticks, sugar coated nut balls and cream filled bon-bons, there is a story here for you whether your preference is funny, romantic, naughty or heartwarming." ~Susan, TwoLips Reviews

5 Wands! "Kudos to Whiskey Creek Press Torrid for putting together a fabulous collection of sexy holiday stories by some super talented authors guaranteed to warm the cold winter nights. Not a single entry disappoints. From sexy vamps and rugged wilderness guides to aggressive elves and romantic ghosts, there's something here for everyone. Highly recommended read." ~Jennie, Enchanted Ramblings


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"Love thy neighbor--and if he happens to be tall, debonair and devastating, it will be that much easier." ~Mae West

ATONEMENT Is A CAPA Nominee!

Along with some of my favorite authors like Cheyenne McCray, Jory Strong and Mandy Roth, my little novella Atonement is a nominee for a CAPA award in the paranormal erotic romance category at The Romance Studio!

I can honestly say I am thrilled to be nominated, even if I don't win. 'Course, it will be more thrilling to win, but... *G* Anyway, hafta wait 'til February 14th for the winners to be announced. Keep your fingers crossed.


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"Don't come crawlin' to a man for love--he likes to get a run for his money." ~Mae West

Reflecting On Christmas

Yesterday was a bittersweet day for me. For several years now, my family has drawn names for Christmas, so we don't put ourselves into bankruptcy buying for everyone in the family. As soon as someone turns 18, they're part of the drawing if they want to be. If they don't want to be, they don't get a gift. It may be harsh, but it's the reality of economics.

This year I just had a feeling that Dad had my name. When I went over to my brothers yesterday morning for our "traditional" Christmas breakfast, he pointed to two packages and told me they were mine. From Dad. My sister was going to ship them to my house, but G told her to send them to him and he'd let me decide if I wanted to open them with all of them or take them home. Needless to say, I stood there and cried. Then my brother and two nieces and sister-in-law all came over for a long group hug, which made me cry harder. (It doesn't help to know that my sister-in-law is soon to lose her dad, who's struggling with late stages ALS. But at least she won't be getting presents from him from the grave.) I got myself together for a couple of hours, then talked to my mom on the phone and tried not to get too emotional. When I left my brothers, I cried the entire drive home--35 minutes.

I was supposed to go to a friend's house for dinner yesterday afternoon, and I just couldn't. I needed to be alone because every 10 or 15 minutes or so a random thought would go through my head and I'd start to cry. And that's just something I prefer to do in private. Plus I'd prefer to get some of it out of my system before I have to go to work again.

I miss you, Pop. I love you.

The Twelve Days of Christmas - Day 12

On the twelfth day of Christmas...




Have a very merry Christmas, indeed!

The Twelve Days of Christmas - Day 11

On the eleventh day of Christmas...