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Wednesday Sneak Peek!

Father handed me an iced drink the minute I walked into the bar. It was the same Rose Collins I’d had the night before, and I drained it in three gulps. Turning to the Pakistani bartender, I asked for a refill. When he returned with a fresh drink, I thanked him and requested he write the ingredients on a paper napkin in case I ever got a craving for the stuff back home. Pulling a stubby pencil from underneath the bar, he scribbled down the recipe and listened intently as I read it aloud to ma...

Giveaway!

There's a giveaway going on over at Stumbling Over Chaos. Click on the link and leave a comment for a chance to win an e-copy of Yesterday which releases on January 22.

More details here: http://www.stumblingoverchaos.com/archives/28625

Yesterday Sneak Peeks

I slathered on the Coppertone to make sure I’d tan and not burn. Odds were in my favor, as I’d inherited my mother’s genes in that respect. We always looked like toasted coconut by the end of summer, and the contrast with our blond hair was quite stunning. I checked myself in the mirror once more and was satisfied that I’d pass muster. The baggy shorts hung down to the top of my knees and kept the package under wraps. No one would be throwing stones at this homo today.The only people outside...

Giveaway Winners

The winners of the audiobook giveaways are Lee Todd and Dannyfiredragon. Congratulations!

Cover Reveal, Excerpt, and Giveaway!

I'm so excited to reveal the gorgeous cover created by Catt Ford for my upcoming release, Yesterday. 

Read an exclusive expert over at Prism Book Alliance and throw your name in the Rafflecopter widget for a chance to win an e-copy.

http://www.prismbookalliance.com/2015/12/mickie-b-ashling-on-yesterday-cover-reveal-excerpt-local-giveaway-rafflecopter-giveaway/

Yesterday is available for Pre-order here: http://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=7256

Christmas Giveaway!

I'd like to thank all my loyal readers for all their support by running a giveaway between now and the day after Christmas. Anyone who comments on this blog will be eligible to win one of my audio books. Winners choice. The books available are listed on the sidebar to your left. Two names will be drawn on the 26th and it would be very helpful if you left your contact info in the comment section. If I have no way of reaching you I'll have to pick an alternate winner.

Thanks again for making 201...

Coming Soon!

The second edition of Mayon is up on the Coming Soon page at DSP Publications and is available for Pre-Order here: https://www.dsppublications.com/books/mayon-by-mickie-b-ashling-211-b

This historical novel, set in post-World War II Philippines, has been completely re-edited. Content has been added as well as some significant changes in point of view. Click on the above link to read the blurb and pre-order if you are interested. The book releases on 2/23/2016.

In other news, the Italian ve...

Queer as Folk-Revisited

Here's a great video I stumbled upon looking for inspiration. Queer as Folk had a profound influence in my life and it was great to see some of the characters and writers doing a Q & A to celebrate the 15 year reunion. Be prepared to spend at least an hour with your favorite guys. Peter Paige is as fabulous as ever! 

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/queer-as-folk-atx-festival-801734

Remembering...

Yesterday was my mother's birthday. She would have been 92 years old had she lived. I don't normally commemorate her special day, but for some reason I decided it was a good day to watch The Theory of Everything, the moving story of Stephen Hawking starring Eddie Redmayne. As everyone knows, Mr. Hawking suffers from ALS, the same disease that killed my mother, and thousands of others who shall remain nameless for this post.  I was alone in the house and figured if I was going to break do...

Forged in Trust Blog Tour Schedule

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