Gigi Meier's Blog, page 7
April 9, 2024
Guess what I'm working on next!
Hold onto your hairdo because I have a new series in the works! I've been so excited about it and have been keeping it under wraps! Now that Isla is out in the world and getting rave reviews from those who like dark and disturbing romance, I decided to start another dark series.🖤 But I won't spill all the beans just yet, I'll leave you with a tantalizing hint-it's a subgenre that's been suggested by one of my avid readers, and it's something I've never explored before.
I debated on hockey, which is smoking hot right now. Billionaire, military, motorcycle, or mafia, but none really struck a cord until a reader mentioned a subgenre I'd never heard of before. I dived right in, looking up books in the category that I could devour.
Boy, am I hooked! If you subscribe to my newsletter, you're always the first to know the details❣️
https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies
I debated on hockey, which is smoking hot right now. Billionaire, military, motorcycle, or mafia, but none really struck a cord until a reader mentioned a subgenre I'd never heard of before. I dived right in, looking up books in the category that I could devour.
Boy, am I hooked! If you subscribe to my newsletter, you're always the first to know the details❣️
https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies
April 2, 2024
ISLA is NOW AVAILBLE!!!
Ahhh, I can't believe Isla is out in the world and belongs to you now! I have to be honest. I was nervous writing this book because she has been through so much, and I didn't want to make it a book full of flashbacks.
I wanted to do her story justice by weaving in her long and complicated backstory throughout her current story so you could put yourself in her shoes when her back is against the wall.
She's so worthy of a beautiful and patient love that I wanted to give her that, but coming in at over 130L words, I couldn't make it easy. Such as real life, we make mistakes, judge people's character incorrectly, and suffer the consequences of our choices.
BUT, I promise there is a deeply emotional happily for now with a strong promise of a happily ever after. If you are looking for a dark, intense and heavy romance, this is your book!
What's next?
I started writing my modern-day retelling of a Gods and Goddesses anthology and have decided to write Hades and Persephone. It's been so much fun to write this but in true GiGi Meier style, I have to make it dark, as that seems to be what I love to write most. AND it's set in Russia. I promise there is a tie in there that will later lead to my new series, coming out this fall.
So there's your hint. Think dark, brooding Russian men. Yummy! Alright, that's all you get for now as this is Isla's show today!
I wanted to do her story justice by weaving in her long and complicated backstory throughout her current story so you could put yourself in her shoes when her back is against the wall.
She's so worthy of a beautiful and patient love that I wanted to give her that, but coming in at over 130L words, I couldn't make it easy. Such as real life, we make mistakes, judge people's character incorrectly, and suffer the consequences of our choices.
BUT, I promise there is a deeply emotional happily for now with a strong promise of a happily ever after. If you are looking for a dark, intense and heavy romance, this is your book!
What's next?
I started writing my modern-day retelling of a Gods and Goddesses anthology and have decided to write Hades and Persephone. It's been so much fun to write this but in true GiGi Meier style, I have to make it dark, as that seems to be what I love to write most. AND it's set in Russia. I promise there is a tie in there that will later lead to my new series, coming out this fall.
So there's your hint. Think dark, brooding Russian men. Yummy! Alright, that's all you get for now as this is Isla's show today!
March 26, 2024
In 6 more days!!!
Y'all, I couldn't be more excited for a book releasin to the world than this one. Isla is out to ARC readers and the feedback I'm getting is everything.
They 🖤🖤🖤 how dark her story is, the abusive past that she survived not only at the hands of her mother's boyfriend but also her time as an exploited minor with Rick.
If you read Tomlin, then you know Dani Winters took care of Rick in Isla's defense. It was a beautiful, gory scene of one woman standing up for another.
You'll get all the answers and more in this thick and spicy story that doesn't shy away from some very heavy themes, such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, and teenage runaway. But I promised in last week's email that there is a HEA❣️
They 🖤🖤🖤 how dark her story is, the abusive past that she survived not only at the hands of her mother's boyfriend but also her time as an exploited minor with Rick.
If you read Tomlin, then you know Dani Winters took care of Rick in Isla's defense. It was a beautiful, gory scene of one woman standing up for another.
You'll get all the answers and more in this thick and spicy story that doesn't shy away from some very heavy themes, such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, and teenage runaway. But I promised in last week's email that there is a HEA❣️
March 19, 2024
Happy Tuesday!
Back into the swing of things with a brand new week and a bunch of updates!
As of yesterday, Isla is back from the line editor and now over in formatting. Yay! Let me tell you all. My developmental editor said I broke her with the plot twist, and my line editor said it made her cry.
There are some pretty intense scenes and a very steamy but artsy playroom scene. The ending is controversial but realistic. Both editors said this is one of the best books I have written, which is a HUGE compliment!
I wrote two epilogues and bonus scenes because your girl wrote over 130K words for Isla's main story. But I couldn't leave you hanging without a nice, tidy ending with a HEA bow on it.
I can't wait for y'all to read it. Eeks. Less than 2 weeks until she's out in the world and belongs to you beautiful readers!
As of yesterday, Isla is back from the line editor and now over in formatting. Yay! Let me tell you all. My developmental editor said I broke her with the plot twist, and my line editor said it made her cry.
There are some pretty intense scenes and a very steamy but artsy playroom scene. The ending is controversial but realistic. Both editors said this is one of the best books I have written, which is a HUGE compliment!
I wrote two epilogues and bonus scenes because your girl wrote over 130K words for Isla's main story. But I couldn't leave you hanging without a nice, tidy ending with a HEA bow on it.
I can't wait for y'all to read it. Eeks. Less than 2 weeks until she's out in the world and belongs to you beautiful readers!
March 12, 2024
IT'S SPRING BREAK!
It's Spring Break!
Since it's spring break in Houston, the children are off this week, and I'm in full cook, maid, and SWAT negotiator mode during their arguments. For all you parents out there, you know exactly what I mean.
That being said, I wrote one of two epilogues for Isla over the course of two days. How? I don't even know. I have a VERY steamy epilogue to write next while her story is over, with my copy editor getting grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation fixed up.
What's next? I'm taking a stab at romantsy with a Fated Mates novella anthology, coming out this fall.
After that, I'll dive back into the Cougars and Cubs Series with Kadus's book. I'm thinking of flipping the script where she's the dominant one. Let's be honest, if you read Giovanni, then you know Bex, and she bends to no man's will. Not ever! Let me know what you think about switching roles. Do you want to read about a more submissive man or would it be more fun if they battle for dominance?
Alrighty, I'm keeping short and sweet to get back to my momma duties. Have a great week y'all!
Since it's spring break in Houston, the children are off this week, and I'm in full cook, maid, and SWAT negotiator mode during their arguments. For all you parents out there, you know exactly what I mean.
That being said, I wrote one of two epilogues for Isla over the course of two days. How? I don't even know. I have a VERY steamy epilogue to write next while her story is over, with my copy editor getting grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation fixed up.
What's next? I'm taking a stab at romantsy with a Fated Mates novella anthology, coming out this fall.
After that, I'll dive back into the Cougars and Cubs Series with Kadus's book. I'm thinking of flipping the script where she's the dominant one. Let's be honest, if you read Giovanni, then you know Bex, and she bends to no man's will. Not ever! Let me know what you think about switching roles. Do you want to read about a more submissive man or would it be more fun if they battle for dominance?
Alrighty, I'm keeping short and sweet to get back to my momma duties. Have a great week y'all!
March 5, 2024
All my ebooks are FREE until 3.9
Happy Tuesday, you beautiful souls! All my books are FREE on Smashwords until 3.9.24❣️
I ❤️❤️❤️ participating in these promos because it allows you the chance to try my other works for FREE to see if they are a good fit. Word of caution: The Cañon Series has MAJOR content and trigger warnings. Head to my website for the complete list. Definitely don't go in blind!
The Cougars and Cubs Series doesn't have any trigger warnings unless you call smoking hot young guys and steamy sex warning label worthy. If yes, then hold onto your hairdo because I brought the spice in that series, just like its namesake. It promises to be a hell of a good time. 😉
Check it out for yourself!
I ❤️❤️❤️ participating in these promos because it allows you the chance to try my other works for FREE to see if they are a good fit. Word of caution: The Cañon Series has MAJOR content and trigger warnings. Head to my website for the complete list. Definitely don't go in blind!
The Cougars and Cubs Series doesn't have any trigger warnings unless you call smoking hot young guys and steamy sex warning label worthy. If yes, then hold onto your hairdo because I brought the spice in that series, just like its namesake. It promises to be a hell of a good time. 😉
Check it out for yourself!
February 27, 2024
Almost done with Isla!
As you may already know, my dark romance series, The Cañon Series is thicker books and longer stories. And Isla is coming no different, I'm at 101K words and have a ton more story to tell. It might end up around 130K words like Hamilton, the third book in The Cañon Series.
She has four lifetimes to cover: her childhood abuse, her exploited minor abuse, her amazing parents that adopted her and then her new life in NYC. It's been a fun book to write dipping into her past and telling two stories in one. BUT, that means a ton of trigger warnings and a pretty aggressive traumatic scene from her past. Be sure to check out the content warnings on my website before diving into this series!
Now back to writing so I can deliver Isla to you on time, by April 1st!
She has four lifetimes to cover: her childhood abuse, her exploited minor abuse, her amazing parents that adopted her and then her new life in NYC. It's been a fun book to write dipping into her past and telling two stories in one. BUT, that means a ton of trigger warnings and a pretty aggressive traumatic scene from her past. Be sure to check out the content warnings on my website before diving into this series!
Now back to writing so I can deliver Isla to you on time, by April 1st!
February 20, 2024
Travis had an interesting idea for their first time
I'm deep in the trenches of writing Isla, which is turning out awesome if I can say that of my work. It's dark and moody, the tone reflective of the whole series and why I picked the cover.
Isla's petite, sweet, and in Travis Jackson's eyes, "Perfect." She really wants to make her new life in New York work after having a super shitty start to her life. Alas, she does get a glimpse of happiness until I take it all away and send her on another journey of self-discovery. I mean, life does it to us, of course I have to do it to her.
However, in writing the first sex scene, it took an odd turn, one that surprised me when Travis decided to mix the playwright process with sensual lovemaking for their first time together. Join my newsletter where I share spicy little excerpts well in advance of the book coming out.
PS. You'll meet Isla in the first book in the series, Tomlin , which is free on most major retailers. Do download it now to get caught up on the series.
Isla's petite, sweet, and in Travis Jackson's eyes, "Perfect." She really wants to make her new life in New York work after having a super shitty start to her life. Alas, she does get a glimpse of happiness until I take it all away and send her on another journey of self-discovery. I mean, life does it to us, of course I have to do it to her.
However, in writing the first sex scene, it took an odd turn, one that surprised me when Travis decided to mix the playwright process with sensual lovemaking for their first time together. Join my newsletter where I share spicy little excerpts well in advance of the book coming out.
PS. You'll meet Isla in the first book in the series, Tomlin , which is free on most major retailers. Do download it now to get caught up on the series.
February 13, 2024
Happy Valentine's Day Eve!
I LOVE Valentine's Day and sooooo wanted to give you a sexy cub experience but alas, my publishing scheduled had Isla up next.
And since I can't leave y'all hanging, I wanted to send over my pack of Cubs to keep you from getting lonely tomorrow night. 🤩 With as diverse as these guys are, you're bound to find one you like.
Kadus isn't out yet, but I know I've shared him with you in the back of Giovanni's book. He's just as stunning as the other guys. He's coming this summer, faster if I can get my anthology written after Isla is completed.
Now sit back and enjoy what the guys can do. Happy Val and Galentine's Day to all you beautiful people❣️
And since I can't leave y'all hanging, I wanted to send over my pack of Cubs to keep you from getting lonely tomorrow night. 🤩 With as diverse as these guys are, you're bound to find one you like.
Kadus isn't out yet, but I know I've shared him with you in the back of Giovanni's book. He's just as stunning as the other guys. He's coming this summer, faster if I can get my anthology written after Isla is completed.
Now sit back and enjoy what the guys can do. Happy Val and Galentine's Day to all you beautiful people❣️
February 6, 2024
Happy February!
Last month was a blur. I had every good intention of putting out a spicy romance book in time for the spiciest holiday of the year, Valentine's Day, but life had other things in mind.
All focus is now on Isla, releasing in less than two months. This is the next book in my dark romance series, The Cañon Series. This book is much anticipated by readers wanting to know about Isla and her backstory. Specifically, how did she become an exploited minor, traveling with a long haul driver for nearly a year until curvy and feisty Dani Winters rescued her from a truck stop on the edge of town in the first book, Tomlin?
Unlike the Cougars and Cubs Series 💋 where each book can be read as a standalone, Isla cannot. It will make far more sense with the other characters involved to have read the series. The good news is that Tomlin is free to read on most major retailers❣️
Thanks to all those who bought, read, and supported Giovanni. He's the sweetest MMC that I've ever written, and I adore their love story.
If you enjoyed Giovanni or any of my books, please consider leaving a review on BookBub, Goodreads, and/or your favorite retailers. Reviews are greatly appreciated! They help independent authors, such as myself, get our books in front of more readers😊
All focus is now on Isla, releasing in less than two months. This is the next book in my dark romance series, The Cañon Series. This book is much anticipated by readers wanting to know about Isla and her backstory. Specifically, how did she become an exploited minor, traveling with a long haul driver for nearly a year until curvy and feisty Dani Winters rescued her from a truck stop on the edge of town in the first book, Tomlin?
Unlike the Cougars and Cubs Series 💋 where each book can be read as a standalone, Isla cannot. It will make far more sense with the other characters involved to have read the series. The good news is that Tomlin is free to read on most major retailers❣️
Thanks to all those who bought, read, and supported Giovanni. He's the sweetest MMC that I've ever written, and I adore their love story.
If you enjoyed Giovanni or any of my books, please consider leaving a review on BookBub, Goodreads, and/or your favorite retailers. Reviews are greatly appreciated! They help independent authors, such as myself, get our books in front of more readers😊
