Saturday, March 31, 2012

Release Day & Giveaway!!!

Big day for me, first off Fate's Fortunate Mistake is released today. Super happy!! Then going to a friends baby shower. Not really my thing but she is my friend so I gotta go. Then tonight I'm running in a 5K and my husband is joining me. This is really exciting because it will be his first. So very proud of him. All in all I have a very busy day ahead of me.

I posted a blog yesterday in regards to Fate's Fortunate Mistake and a giveaway. To anyone interested in winning a copy just leave a comment and email address so I can reach you if you win.

Hope everyone has an excellent weekend!



AJ Jarrett


Blurb

Serena thought falling for a gay man was tragic until she accidently dies. Saved by an angel and sent back to live as a man, Seth now has to decide if this new chance at happiness outweighs the simplicity of his old life.


Serena has treated herself to a much needed vacation cruise. While on board she meets the man of her dreams. What was supposed to be the beginnings of love are dashed away when she learns the sweet, young Rylee is gay.

When an attempt to drown her sorrows goes awry, she wakes up to her brother’s annoying guardian angel, Ross, who informs her she has gone missing, and in order to keep her alive, her soul was placed into the first available body.

Serena, now Seth, is adapting to her new life as a man. But all that changes when he runs into Rylee again. A chance at love has Seth rethinking his life and how he chooses to live it. Time is running out and a choice must be made. One question remains: is Seth willing to gamble on love?



Friday, March 30, 2012

Fate's Fortunate Mistake Giveaway!

Finally Fate's Fortunate Mistake is complete and releasing tomorrow March 31. I feel like edits on this book went on forever. Now to be fair I was going through edits on Miles's Awakening and writing a free read for Good Reads at the same time. I'm not complaining though because I love to write.

Fate's Fortunate Mistake revolves around Marc's, from Fate's Second Chance, sister Serena. Her story is about what happens when your life is leading you and not the other way around. Over worked and always putting others first is what Serena is all about. Then Fate sneaks up to help her find her happiness.

I had a lot of fun writing Serena's story and I hope others will enjoy it too! It is the second in the Twists of Fate series but it could be read as a standalone. Now with any books within a series its good to read the first so you have the full knowledge of what is going on but Fate's Fortunate Mistake is completely about Serena and the changes in her life.

In honor of Fate's Fortunate Mistake release I'm going to give a copy away. All you have to do is leave a comment with a valid email address so I can contact you. I promise to not use your email for evil purposes. LOL! It will be a pdf formatted ebook. Contest will run from today Friday March 30 until Monday April 2. I will randomly pick a winner on Tuesday morning that is April 3.


Blurb



Serena thought falling for a gay man was tragic until she accidently dies. Saved by an angel and sent back to live as a man, Seth now has to decide if this new chance at happiness outweighs the simplicity of his old life.

Serena has treated herself to a much needed vacation cruise. While on board she meets the man of her dreams. What was supposed to be the beginnings of love are dashed away when she learns the sweet, young Rylee is gay.

When an attempt to drown her sorrows goes awry, she wakes up to her brother’s annoying guardian angel, Ross, who informs her she has gone missing, and in order to keep her alive, her soul was placed into the first available body.

Serena, now Seth, is adapting to her new life as a man. But all that changes when he runs into Rylee again. A chance at love has Seth rethinking his life and how he chooses to live it. Time is running out and a choice must be made. One question remains: is Seth willing to gamble on love?


AJ Jarrett

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Visiting Amber Kell's Blog Today

This week has just been crazy and I totally forgot that I was blogging at Amber Kell's today. I'm giving away a copy of Miles's Awakening. All you have to do is leave a comment and your entered into the giveaway. So, please if you have time stop by. It's pretty cool what Amber has done. Her husbands birthday is in March so she planned the whole month in celebration to him. So freaking sweet! I refused to tell my hubby because then I'll get his sad puppy dog eyes. LOL!

Here's the link to Amber's website, http://amberkell.wordpress.com/, stop and say hi!

AJ



Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Wednesday Brief: Out of His League Part 8


It's that time again and I was able to take part in the Wednesday Brief fun again. I'm continuing with Out of His League. As always I'll leave the links at the end to my fellow briefer's.

Hope everyone enjoys and happy reading!



Prompts:

"Spring fever or hay fever, I don't know...."

Or the alternative prompts:

"Love is in the air"

Or

use: octopus, Vienna sausage, Rice Krispies.

Or

"Just a spoonful of  (fill in the blank) makes the medicine go down"\

Or

it's laundry day and your character hasn't a thing to wear!

Or

"Yes, we have no (fill in the blank)"


Out of His League Part 8


“Lance.”

Lance could hear Aaron calling his name but couldn’t take his eyes off Kip. The man was in the bullpen behind right field practicing with the others. He loved watching his guy throw a ball.

“Hey!” Aaron shouted.

Lance let out a grunt when a soft heavy object hit him in the back. He turned around, looked down and saw Aaron’s glove siting in the dirt. “What the hell man?”

“I’ve been saying your name for like five minutes but you’re too far gone in la-la land to even fucking notice.”

“I have no clue what you’re talking about,” Lance said as he turned back around to watch Kip.

“Oh my god.” Aaron gasped. “Love is in the air.”

A goofy smiled spread across Lance’s face. He couldn’t deny it. He was in love with Kip. Hell he’d been in love with the man since he first laid eyes on him. And after the weekend they’d shared it  clarified that fact.

Sunday morning he woke up with Kip draped across his body like a quilt. Kip put off so much heat Lance had a fine layer of sweat covering his body. But it didn’t matter. He could have been sweating buckets and he still wouldn’t have woken his lover. A part of him still thought it was all a dream. Kip Edgerton was going places and he, well he was just an average ball player living out his boy hood fantasy. Lance never really cared it he went pro but Kip would eventually get noticed and odds were he’d leave Clausen State far behind him and with it Lance.

His smiled faded just a pinch as he turned back to his best friend. “Stop being so dramatic. We spent one weekend together that doesn’t constitute a relationship.” Lance spoke like it didn’t bother him but he was dying to know if Kip felt the same way. That what they had was real. Kip said he cared about Lance but did the shine fade when he drove off Sunday night?

“Oh really?” Aaron crossed his arms across his chest as he stared just beyond Lance left shoulder. “Then why is Kip over there eyeballing you like you’re a tasty treat.”

Lance spun around to see Kip in the bullpen leaning against the gate looking back at him. He grinned and waved to Kip.

“Dude, you’ve spent the entire practice checking out your boyfriend. Your lucky Coach Allen didn’t make you run laps or some shit.” Aaron started to laugh. “I thought for sure he was going to have your ass when that ground ball when right between your legs. Shit, Kip even laughed at you.”

“Kinsley!”

The sound of the assistant coach to the Gray Wolves caught his attention. He turned around to see Coach Wilkerson walking his way. Lance looked over to Aaron, who only shrugged as the man approached. Coach Wilkerson never addressed him before, so he was a little taken by surprise. He typically spent the majority of his time working with the outfielders. And since Lance played short stop he had no clue what Wilkerson wanted.

“Kinsley if you got time why don’t you come over and help me out,” Coach Wilkerson said to him. “I’m running some drills with Robbie and Kevin and I need someone to catch the balls as they throw them in. You cool with that?”

“Sure, I guess I can help you.” Lance glanced over to Aaron. “I’ll catch you later.”

He said goodbye to his friend and followed Coach Wilkerson out toward left field. Robbie and Kevin were already out there waiting for them. Kevin was a center fielder where Robbie was a left fielder. They were only sophomores but had a lot of potential no wonder Wilkerson was working with them so much.

“Kevin, Robbie!” Coach Wilkerson hollered out to them. “Lance is going to help me out for a little bit.” Wilkerson walked up to the machine that threw the balls into the air and swiveled it around to make sure it was ready to go. Wherever he would potion the machine a ball would pop out and the two outfielders would have to chase it down. Lance still didn’t know why Coach Wilkerson wanted him.

The first ball popped out of the machine and sailed out toward Robbie. He ran up to it, caught it then threw the ball to Lance. They went on for another ten minutes before Wilkerson spoke to him.

“So I see you’ve gotten cozy with Kip.”

Lance’s mouth dropped open as he looked at his coach. How did he know?

Just then the ball Kevin had thrown smacked against his arm. He cursed under his breath as he rubbed the sore spot. “What are you talking about?” His voice sounded shaky to his own ears.

“Oh come on Lance, I’m not blind.” He waved to the fielders and told them to run four laps then to hit the showers. Lance stood frozen to his spot. Once Wilkerson had the guys off doing other things he turned to Lance. “So have you fucked him yet?”

Lance started to choke. The spit he has swallowed went down the wrong pipe at Wilkerson’s harsh words.

“I take that as a yes.” Wilkerson eyed him from head to toe causing him to squirm from the weight of the stare. “I’m a little surprised Kipper chose to replace me with you.” He barked out a laugh. “He’ll get bored and come back  to me. He always does. So if I were you I wouldn’t get too attached.”

Lance slowly turned and looked toward the bullpen. Kip stood there glaring back but not at him. No, at Coach Wilkerson. Slowly turning back around he looked at Wilkerson and the satisfied smile on his face said all he needed to no.

He dropped the ball at Coach Wilkerson’s feet and took off toward the locker room. He needed time to digest what he just learned.

To be continued 

Elyzabeth VaLey      m/f
Sara York    m/m
MC Houle     m/m

Monday, March 26, 2012

Wicked Watchers Release

Finally I have some time to catch up on some things and one of them is my blog. So here I am. LOL!

I'm part of a group called the Wednesday Brief. It's a bunch of authors who write flash fiction and post it on their blogs on Wednesdays for a free read to anyone who would like to read it. About a month ago Victoria Blisse asked if we would want to submit, what we call the bigger brief, to House of Erotica that would make up two separate anthologies. And of course we couldn't turn that down. We're writers and we love to write. LOL! One is called Wicked Watchers: Looking at the Lads, M/M themed stories and the other one is Wicked Watchers: The Pursuit of Pleasure, a F/M themed stories. I submitted a story to each one. My hubby was so happy I finally wrote a M/F story, he actually read this one.  


So many amazing authors were involved in this project and gave forth excellent stories. I haven't personally met any of my fellow Wednesday Briefer's in person but through email I feel like I know them pretty well and they're a wonderful bunch of people. I'm lucky to have met them. Plus they didn't laugh out me when I had to have them explain voyeurism. That right there makes them totally awesome in my book!

Without further ado, here's are the blurbs for each story. And I'll add the buy links at the end.



Wicked Watchers: Looking at the Lads

A Multi-author M/M anthology from the writers of Wednesday Briefs, who bring you prompt induced Flash fiction every Wednesday. Bigger Briefs is an anthology we began to showcase our slightly bigger briefs. Er, flash fiction. We invite you to take the journey with us!

Have you ever had the feeling you’re being watched? Sometimes, watching can be naughty. And nice. Seven erotic stories from of those who are spied upon, and those who do the spying. You might be surprised to learn who has their eye… on you…

Lily Sawyer: Pool Party

What happens when a Hollywood pool boy crashes a private pool party between an A-lister and his sexy partner? He becomes privy to something the tabloids would pay big bucks to know.
Nephylim: Boy Can She Dance

A street urchin, thrown out by his family, forced to live rough and eat stale pasties he stole from a dustbin, realises that his best chance on a cold night close to Christmas is to hug the side of a house. Hearing music, he peeps through the window, spying a mysterious and beautiful dancer and is given the best Christmas present he's ever had.


Victoria Blisse: First Time Voyeur

What do you do when you're cleaning the toilets in a bar after closing and realise that two of your hottest customers have been left behind and are doing things you've dreamed of doing to them for weeks? Do you walk away? Or do you take a peep in the mirror and join in the fun?

Julie Lynn Hayes: Roommates

When you think that your roommates have all gone home for Christmas… When your brother has let you down and you're forced to spend one more night in an empty dorm… When you investigate strange noises in the night and discover that two of your roommates haven't gone anywhere? Do you watch, reveal yourself, or run away?

A J Jarrett: My Lucky Night

When your friend talks you into going to a sex club and someone with a sexy voice and talented hands puts his arms around you from behind, while you watch two hot men go crazy on the stage, do you turn him down, or do you let him turn you on?

Sara York: Passion Bringer

It's the dim and distant future, in a world where sex and emotion have been suppressed for so long many people don't know what it feels like to love or experience it. In such a world, when taking the pills is no longer obligatory, where the work of the Passion Bringers is at its height, when you're trying to convince your partner that you should take your relationship to a whole new level, what do you do when you watch your partner with a Passion Bringer on the closed circuit camera he knows it's your job to man?

L M Brown:The Watcher

When you're rich, but horribly scarred, and your only pleasure is to watch people come and go in the hotel you own…When you inadvertently watch the hottest guy you've ever seen make love in a lift… When you employ someone to recreate the event, and then when the person you employed brings the hot man to your door… Do you dare to open it?

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Wicked Watchers: The Pursuit of Pleasure

Have you ever had the feeling you’re being watched? Sometimes, watching can be naughty. And nice. Seven erotic stories from of those who are spied upon, and those who do the spying. You might be surprised to learn who has their eye… on you…

Victoria Blisse: What’s in the Box

The things one does for siblings! Two sisters attend a performance, but the attention of one wanders, and she discovers that there are far more interesting happenings then what is going on up on the stage. Should she reveal herself, or simply keep watching the private show?

Elyzabeth M. VaLey: Watch Me Tomorrow, Watch Me Forever

What do you do when the woman you loves weds another, through no fault of her own? And even when fate frees her from the bonds of that unwanted matrimony, you cannot push your own suit, because it is forbidden to do so? And the only way you can show her you love her is by letting her watch you pleasure yourself in her stead… even as she does the same?

Meg Wesley: Coming Home

Dennis comes home early from a business trip, and wants to surprise his wife. But she isn’t there. And when she returns, he discovers she has a bit of a surprise for him, as he becomes an unexpected spectator to more than he bargained for.

Julie Lynn Hayes: Great Expectations

Delilah frequents Great Expectations not because of their tea, because of one man—Sam Sun. He is her obsession, and she is his stalker. But an unexpected turn of events brings her into a closer juxtaposition with his private life than even she has ever dreamed of…

Sara York: Sneak a Peek

While making a delivery to a guest’s room at the posh hotel where she works, Cassandra jumps into the closet, rather than reveal her presence. Why? She doesn’t know herself. But she gets more than she bargained for when she spies on the guest and the sexy bartender she’s had her eye on. Will she live out her fantasies through the other woman?

AJ Jarrett: A Hard Work Out

Kate goes to the gym to work out, not pick up men. But she isn’t blind, and she’s noticed how good looking Kyler is, even if they’ve never spoken. When Fate thrusts a naked Kyler into her line of vision, how can she help but not look? And wish… and hope…

Eden Connor: Resumes, Red Ruffles and Rain

You never know what you might get when you leave your resume at a lingerie shop, Maritza got the attention of Sebastian, the hot shop assistant and she finds her inhibitions washed away by the heat of his heavy gaze as he watches her trying on her new red ruffled underwear.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Wednesday Brief: Out of His League Part 7



Hello Wednesday Briefers! This is my first flash fiction in good lord I don’t know how long. LOL! I’ve been busy with edits, kids, and just life in general. But I’m back this week because Kip and Lance needed some attention. J

Since I’ve been horrible with not keeping up with my Wednesday Brief here’s a quick recap.

Lance and Kip play college baseball and have been attracted to each other from day one. But due to Kip dating someone else and Lance’s terrible case of the nerves, they never acted on their feelings. They shared a steamy shower together witch lead to their first date. Out of His League part 6 left off with Lance and Kip sharing a kiss then heading back to Kip’s apartment at Lance’s best friend’s encouragement. That should bring everyone up to date. So I hope you enjoy!

As always I’ll leave the links to my fellow Briefers. Be sure to give them a looksee.

Happy reading!

This week's prompt:....  Take your hands off him!

Alternative prompts

I cry when I hear that music because....

Or

Use a gravestone, a popsicle and a pair of feathered slippers.

Or

There was just something about... that made me want to hide under a blanket

Or

What do you want from me?


Out of His League Part 7


“I was worried you wouldn’t come join me.” Kip’s smiled deepened. His gaze dropped to eat up every inch of Lance’s naked body and his dick began to harden.

Lance chuckled as he pushed Kip out of the way to step under the water. Kip couldn’t tear his eyes from Lance’s body. He seen him before in the locker room shower but knowing now was it, that they were going to seal the deal and have sex made this a whole new ball game.

He wanted to kiss those sweet lips then ride Lance’s body until he was screaming his name to the heavens. Lance was one of those guys Kip could see himself falling in love with. A real kind of love not what he thought he shared with Peter. Lance was kind and caring. All the things he ever wanted in a man.

“Kip, baby?” Lance circled his arms around Kip’s waist and held him close. “Why are you so quiet? That’s usually my thing.” He shrugged as a grin spread across his lips.

Kip tried to swallow around the lump in his throat. To finally see Lance be confident and make the first move was more than he could have expected. Standing up on his toes he brushed his lips against Lance’s. Soft and gentle at first then realizing he needed more to cool the burning fire in his gut, he fisted his fingers in Lance’s silky blond hair and pulled him down, capturing his lips in a bruising kiss.

He could feel a moment’s hesitation in Lance before he unleashed the sexual being residing in his body. Lance turned around pushing Kip up against the cool tile wall. He gasped for breath. Lance took the opportunity to take what Kip was so willing to give. Their tongues dueled in a wet sloppy kiss. Both so eager for what was to come.

The feel of Lance’s hard cock rubbing against his own caused a muffled cry to seep past his lips. Lance slowly pulled back nipping at Kip’s bottom lip as he did. Kip’s mouth hung open begging for more of Lance hot moist tongue.

Lance held his gaze as he slowly worked his way down his body. Kip’s stomach quivered as Lance dropped kissing here and there down his torso. Once Lance was eye level with Kip’s dick he ran his tongue of the head, dipping his tongue into the slit tasting Kip’s pre-cum. Then without warning, Lance engulfed his entire shaft down to the root.

“Sweet Jesus!” Kip couldn’t hold back his scream. He never expected to ever see this side of Lance. And he could honestly say he loved it.

Lance licked and teased the engorged cock making Kip squirm with every hard suck. He started to fidget and bit the inside of his cheek hard. The orgasm pooling in his balls was minutes, if not seconds, away from detonating.

“Lance, stop,” Kip moaned as he gently pulled at Lance’s hair. “If you don’t stop I’m going to come.”

“That’s kind of the point.” Lance stood up and took another step closer to him until their chest touched. A mischievous glint shined in his eyes.

“I know but I want you to be inside me when I come.” Kip rested his hands on Lance’s ass jerking him closer.

“I want that too.”

Kip turned off the water and they got out of the shower. After drying off he led Lance to his bedroom. He didn’t bother with the light. Kip just walked to his dresser grabbed the lube and a condom. He turned to see Lance relaxing back on his elbows as he sat on the bed. Lance caught him staring and curled a finger beckoning him to come to the bed.

He couldn’t help it, Kip followed the command. “Someone is feeling extra sure of himself now.” Kip teased.

“You bring it out in me.” Once Kip reached the bed Lance tugged him down and covered Kip’s body with his own. “I’ve wanted you since the first time I saw you walk out onto the field.” Lance’s face became serious. “I don’t usually do things like this.”

“Like what?” Kip asked as he soaked up the heat coming from his lover’s body.

“Random hook ups. If we do this it’s going to mean something to me.” Lance ran his fingers down the side of his face and Kip closed his eyes at the tender touch.

“What do you want from me?”

“I want you, Kip. I want you for more than a quick fuck.”

If he could have jumped up and down Kip would have. “That’s good because I want you too and not just for tonight.”

Lance smiled down at him them captured his lips in a hard kiss. Their tongues moved in an erotic little dance as they rolled around on the bed. Kip felt around on the bed until he found the supplies he had dropped there. He brought his hand up when he found his prize.

Lance sat up and rolled the condom down his length. Kip watched his every movement in eager anticipation for what was to come. Letting his legs fall to the side he opened up for his lover. Lance crawled forward until the head of his cock kissed Kip’s pucker. With a nod of his head Lance pushed forward. Kip’s back arched up off the mattress at the slight burn. Lance paused once he was seated deep within Kip’s ass.

“God you feel so good. So tight,” Lance said breathlessly. He started to work his shaft in and out of Kip’s body in a quick pace.

Kip couldn’t speak. All he could do was enjoy the ride. Lance dug his fingers into Kip’s hips as he thrust faster and harder. Kip pushed back to meet Lance’s rhythm. All too soon he felt his balls tighten as his cum shot out his body.

“Kip!” Lance screamed as he filled the condom. 


To be continued…



Nephylim     m/m
Sara York     m/m
Lily Sawyer      m/m
MC Houle     m/m
LM Brown   m/m
Eden Connor     m/f



Tuesday, March 20, 2012

And the winner is......

Sorry it took so long to post a winner. My morning kind of got away from me.


This is how I came up with the winner. I number off ever comment from 1 to how many people posted a comment. I then go to random.org and put in the numbers and it spits one back out at me. And the lucky winner of a copy of Miles's Awakening is menina.iscrazy@yahoo.com

For everyone who participated thank you so very much. Its always a great feeling when others want to read your work. I'm guest posting on Amber Kell's site on March 29th and will be giving away another copy of Miles's Awakening. So if you want another chance please stop by then and visit me.


Thursday, March 15, 2012

Miles's Awakening Released Today!!!



Today Miles's Awakening is released through Siren and can be purchased at BookStrand. Miles's story is near and dear to my heart. I had to reach far out their with my imagination and bend what my mind thought wasn't possible. I love paranormal stories and coming up with my own is such a personal accomplishment for me. I fell in love with these characters and the journey they go on together. I really hope others share in my excitement and love for the Warriors of the Light. The ride is just beginning!

In my total excitement of  Miles's Awakening release I'm going to run a contest from today until Monday the 19th. I'll randomly pick a winner on Tuesday morning. All you have to do is leave a comment and a valid email address so I can reach you if you win.

I hope everyone has an amazing day and happy reading!!

AJ


BookStrand Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/miless-awakening

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Releases for March


I've been so busy it isn’t even funny. I'm extremely grateful but damn I've been stressing my ass off. But enough of me whining, because let’s face it I could go on forever. LOL!

I have two books set to release this month. Authors who have several books coming out a month, I have no clue how they do it. Edits on top of edits about drove me completely insane. But I must say everyday I'm still shocked to be a published author. All this craziness is very exciting to me and totally worth every gray hair I’m getting.  My husband lets me bitch and moan on his shoulder and that helps. He's a great guy!

The first book coming out this month is Miles's Awakening. It will be the first in my paranormal series Warriors of the Light I'm writing for Siren. I absolutely love Siren Publishing. I buy most of my books from the Book Strand website and they have a ton of authors that have books out that I consider my must reads.

I find it funny how many books that have come out with the word awakening in it. I couldn’t have changed the title though. I started writing this book last year, around February then I shelved it to write Fate's Second Chance. But I kept going back to it because I knew something was there I just had to tweak it some. Long and behold here it is.

There are so many paranormal books out there but they’re all different in some way. Mine is the combining of all shifters and vampires of the world. And the cause of them is in part due to witches. A lot going on in this series but I think it’s fun and high energy. And at times emotional.

Miles's Awakening is set to release March 15. And I just got to say that I love the cover. A personal accomplishment for me is that I finally have a Siren cover. They publish some of my favorite authors, so some very good company to keep.


Second book I have coming out this month is Fate's Fortunate Mistake. It’s the second in the Twists of Fate series releasing through Silver Publishing. This story revolves around Marc's sister Serena and her journey to find her one true love. And it wouldn’t be any fun if I didn’t throw in some obstacles along the way.

Release date for this one is March 31. I'm working on another round of edits so hopefully this date will not change.


Well edits call, so happy reading to all!