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January 5, 2014
New Year Deal!! 5 Pounds off Kay Jaybee Books when you treat yourself at Voluptasse
To celebrate the New Year I’ve got a brilliant deal for you. Buy any Kay Jaybee Book (single author publications only) and send some proof of purchase (email confirmation or scan of a receipt if you’ve picked up a physical copy in a physical shop) to contact@voluptasse.co.uk and you’ll get £5 off to spend at voluptasse.co.uk.
Voluptasse has sexy stuff to spice up your sex life. From sensual lingerie to sex toys of all kinds you’re bound to find something to tickle your fancy and you’ll get £5 off your first order and there is no minimum spend. How cool is that?
So pick up a KJB book from , Xcite, All Romance, or Amazon.com and Amazon UK or wherever you normally shop for eBooks and send on your email confirmation of purchase to contact@voluptasse.co.uk and the lovely people at Voluptasse will send you a promo code for £5 off your first shop which will stay valid for 2 years.
Now that’s a good way to start 2014, right? A Kay book on your eReader and £5 off at voluptasse.co.uk Nice.
A huge thanks you to Voluptasse!
Happy Reading!!
Kay xx
January 3, 2014
Alien Wine, a Magazine Article, and an Extra Celebration!
Well if the rest of 2014 goes on like this, then it is going to be a great year!
Two of my favourite writers, Allen Dusk and Rose Caraway, have teamed up to produce a brilliant story- Black Sun Bound. Written by Allen, and recorded by Rose as part of her Kiss Me Quick podcasts series, the story includes a very special wine- Jaybeerian!!! Sound familiar! I asked the lovely Allen to tell me a little bit about the history to the story- and the wine- and here is what he said.
“Rose asked me to write a story for her Nine Inch Nails project awhile back. I decided to go with sci-fi theme since her listeners were already familiar with that style of mine, except I took the story down a darker path. While plotting this space adventure called, “Black Sun Bound,” I was struggling with how I was going turn a bad-ass smuggler chick into a raving sex maniac. The concept of the alien wine popped into my mind: an elixir which numbed pain instantly and caused extreme arousal. My wife happens to read a lot of your work, and we had been chatting here and there online, so it just seemed appropriate to name something so indulgent after you. You’re a great writer, your words instantly soothe the hearts of many, and your erotica has smouldered between the thighs of countless readers. I’ll admit the word “Jaybeerian” looked strange the first time wrote it, but then I heard Rose read it in the story, and I knew I had made the right choice.”
I have to admit I’m overwhelmed by such an accolade and kindness. A huge thank you to Allen (and his wonderful wife), and Rose for including me in this incredible tale.
Don’t forget to check it out at Halo Sex blog! http://www.thekissmequicks.com/2014/01/01/halo-sex/
As if this wasn’t incredible enough- I have been fortunate enough to sneak my way into this weeks edition of Woman’s Weekly!!
As part of a brilliant feature on erotic writers, Jane Wenham Jones interviewed myself, Hazel Cushion, Elizabeth Cage and Kd Grace about our lives and our work.
And last- but certainly not least- this week I had my 90th story acceptance!! I can’t tell you what for yet- but it was for a short story in an anthology…more news when it’s all official!!
So- not a bad start to the year- if you ignore the floods and gales!
Here’s hoping it has been a great start for all of you as well.
Happy Reading
Kay xx
January 1, 2014
Looking Back At 2013- Holding Onto The Roller Coaster
I have no idea how to start this blog! It is traditional to end the year with a bit of a round up- but 2013 has given me one roller coaster of a ride- and now, looking back, it’s all a bit of a blur! So before we start let me wish you a…
In a year when erotica publishers and writers everywhere have felt the pinch from the combined factors of a rise in self publishing, the poor economic situation, and the continuing effect of 50 Shades, it has sometimes felt like fighting a battle. As each months royalty cheque has got smaller and smaller, I began to think that the voice at the back of my head telling me that the last nine years have all been too good to be true, and actually I can’t write at all, was right.
But, as I sit here thinking back, all the negatives don’t fell quite so bad, because now I reflect on it all, it’s been quite a year!
Having said that, I still have no idea where to start- so I’ll just dive in with the top 4 events of my writing year!
Number 1.
1. Xcite informed me that The Perfect Submissive (my first BDSM novel) was so popular that they would like the story to grow into a trilogy!
I am still in shock about that, even though Part 2 -The Retreat- is not only written, but out in the world to buy.
Taking Miss Jess Sanders on a journey to Scotland, via fairy tales, mystery, and a well aimed cup cake…The Retreat leads you to Part 3, Knowing Her Place. (Which is almost drafted…watch this space…)
Number 2.
2. The Erotic Trade Only magazine nominated me for the Best Erotic Author award at their annual ceremony!! That’s pretty incredible in itself- but I was up there with two women of erotica I hold in very high regard- Kd Grace (all round amazing person and one of my dearest friends), and Rachel Krammer Bussel (a totally lovely lady, who has kindly taken a great many of my stories for her anthologies).
None of us were under any illusions however- long before we set foot within the walls of the NEC in Birmingham we knew EL James would win the award. It was an award ceremony voted for by people selling sex toys- it was obvious we never had a chance- but WOW- to be nominated in the first place!!! That was amazing. My husband and I had so much fun at the awards dinner with Hazel from Xcite, and Kd and her husband. I loved every single second. (Okay- except the second when James was booed for winning the author award- that was a bit embarrassing.)
Not only did I have a great time at the ETO Show and award ceremony, I had the chance to meet many off the ETO crew, which then led to me having a wonderful time helping to open a brand new Adult Boutique in Canterbury (with Kd- of course!!). This then led to an interview with the fabulous Dale Bradford, and a healthy number of articles in the ETO magazine, of which I am very proud.
Number 3.
3. In 2013 something extra wonderful happened. The Brit Babes were formed!!!
Combining the talents of 8 respected erotic writers- Kd Grace, Lily Harlem, Natalie Dae, Lucy Felthuse, Victoria Blisse, Tabitha Rayne and myself, the Brit Babes have formed a safe place to go and find erotica that is worth reading!
One of the biggest problems to face writers of erotica over the last 18 months is the explosion in poorly produced erotica. So creating a space where every strand of erotica is available- and all of a highly quality controlled, edited, double checked standard- seemed a wonderful idea.
Not only does Brit Babes provide a reference for excellent erotica- we also have a Street Team!! So if you want to join in the fun- interact with us author types, help us pick names for our characters, come up with new story ideas, and receive FREE e-copies of our work in return for honest reviews- then why not join the team? We would love to have you on board! Just check out this link- http://thebritbabes.blogspot.co.uk/p/street-team.html
Number 4.
4. The fourth extra special thing that happened in 2013 really took me by surprise. It was a change I’d thought of making for a long time- but I didn’t have the nerve. Then- with lots 0f encouraging pushes from my friends, I took a deep breath, put down my whip and paddle, picked up a cup of coffee, and adopted the pen name Jenny Kane.
Writing easy read romance was a serious change of direction for me. Anyone who has read my work will know that cosy sofa curl reads aren’t my usual thing- but I am loving every minute of this gentler pace of writing- and after one Amazon best selling novel (Another Cup of Coffee), and one best selling short story (Another Cup of Christmas), I can promise you that there will be more Jenny Kane in the near future! (Check out www.jennykane.co.uk for updates.)
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So there you have it- my top 4 incredible reasons for keeping a firm hold of my pen, even through those times when I’ve been more than a little tempted to put it back in my pencil case and get a grown up job.
Much more has happened of course- I became part of the Gratis team, have had a handful of short erotic stories accepted in some incredible anthologies, bought out the erotic romance Digging Deep and the anthologies, The Best of Kay Jaybee and Christmas Kink, been featured in Woman’s Weekly, read by erotica in Australia via Skype, had a wonderful time at Eroticon making up limericks with Ashley Lister, visited Sh! many times, and had lots of fun and laughter with my writer friends at Erotica 2013, selling our books direct to the public.
I could go on - I could bore you senseless by telling you how much I love my writer friends. How much I appreciate their support and kindness, and how grateful I am to be allowed to blog on their sites, and how much I enjoy hosting them on mine. But I’ll spare you too much wordy gushing!!!
Before I go however, let me shout a BIG THANK YOU to you!! Your support lovely readers, is very much appreciated.
Happy New Year Everyone!!
Kay xx
December 24, 2013
ADVENT CALENDAR- CHRISTMAS EVE- Happy Christmas Everyone!!!
IT’S CHRISTMAS EVE!!!!
I’d like to wish you a VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS, and to thank you for all your support this year!!!
I hope you have an amazing Christmas, with lots of kinky treats!
I’ll be back very soon with my yearly round up- and news of my deliciously naughty next novel…The Perfect Submissive Trilogy- Part Three…
Happy Reading,
Kay xxxx
December 23, 2013
December 22, 2013
ADVENT CALENDAR- DAY 22
Day 22!!
ANOTHER CUP OF CHRISTMAS (non-erotica)
December 21, 2013
A Festive Guest Post- Stories for When the Sun Goes Down by Lily Harlem
I’m delighted to introduce you to my very last guest before Christmas! My lovely friend, and fellow Brit Babe, Lily Harlem is here to tell us all about her festive plans, her favourite seasonal movies, and her new anthology, Stories For When The Sun Goes Down (I’ve read it- it is BRILLIANT)
Over to you Lily…
Hi Kay, thank you so much for inviting me over to your lovely blog at this festive time of year. I adore getting together with friends with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie even if it’s virtually, and today I’ve brought with me my new collection of erotic and romantic tales – Stories for When the Sun Goes Down.
This is a very special set of stories to me as they are an enormous part of my journey to becoming an author of erotic romance. Each one holds a piece of my writing history and built my confidence and I’m grateful for the editors who gave me a chance and published my first words. (All of these stories have been published in a variety of US and UK anthologies over the last five years and you can find out more about this on my website.)
So what’s everyone up to this Christmas? I’m staying home with Mr Harlem which is my favourite thing to do. We have family coming for the big turkey dinner, which Mr H will provide and I’ll cook, so that will be fun ‘and’ tiring. Then as is our tradition we’ll go for a long beach walk on Boxing Day with the dogs and then come home, light the fire, open a bottle of something special and lounge in front of the TV nibbling leftovers from the day before. I really enjoy watching Love Actually though since I’ve made it the Boxing Day film of choice for the last three years in a row I’m thinking that Mr H may object to that this year and I might end up with James Bond –it could be worse I suppose!
New Years Eve is always fun in our village. The pub is the focal point for the festivities and since everyone can walk there it gets pretty lively as the beer flows and the corks are popped! Often it’s too full for Auld Lang Sign indoors and whatever the weather everyone piles into the car park to link hands and get all emotional as the church bell rings out midnight. It’s great fun and I really enjoy the atmosphere and seeing everyone’s faces as they think back to the year just gone and then forward to the year ahead.
So what’s in my year ahead? Well, to stay happy and healthy and enjoy every moment I can of my life and continue to be thankful for the wonderful man who loves me and whom I love in return. As for my writing, I’m breaking into paranormal for the first time this year. Both Bite Mark and Claw Mark will be hitting the virtual shelves at Ellora’s Cave. I’ve also got more Hot Ice set to release, that’s Misconduct and Russian Heat. I’m continuing with projects with Natalie Dae (we publish under the name Harlem Dae) and Lucy Felthouse. I’m looking forward to getting to Eroticon in Bristol (March) and spending time with fellow Brit Babes , including my lovely hostess today, Kay, and I’m tentatively planning a trip to the US in October to Romanticon where I’ll be able to put faces to the names of my wonderful colleagues at Ellora’s Cave .
No doubt I’ll write a few more stories that will end up in anthologies and they’ll all become part of this rich and exciting path I’ve chosen as a writer. If you’d like to pick up a copy of Stories for When the Sun Goes Down here are the contents and buy links.
Contents
Madam President
The Champagne Whore
Shy Bird
The Actress
Making Shapes
I Promise to Please
I Promise to Surrender
I Promise to Perform
A Classic Wedding Night
Stable Manners
Buy Links
Stories for When the Sun Goes Down -
Amazon .com- http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G2GIZ7Q
Thank you so much for letting me natter on, Kay, and visitors, please tell me your plans for Christmas, I’d love to know what your family traditions are you’re your favourite ‘must see’ Christmas movies.
Lily x
PS -
Lily Harlem Links
Website http://www.lilyharlem.com/
Blog http://www.lilyharlem.blogspot.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/lily_harlem
Facebookhttp://en-gb.facebook.com/people/Lily-Harlem/100003519563064
Facebook author page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lily-Harlem-author-page/200182030094568
Pinterest http://pinterest.com/lilyharlem/
Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4070110.Lily_Harlem
Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/106837751333678531161/posts
Harlem Dae http://www.harlemdae.com
Raw Talent http://rawtalentseries.co.uk
BritBabes http://thebritbabes.blogspot.co.uk
Newsletter Subscription http://www.lilyharlem.com/newsletter-subscription.html
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Thanks ever so much for taking time out so near to Christmas to come and visit! Happy Christmas!! I’m off to watch a Christmas movie…it’ll have to be The Bishops Wife staring Cary Grant for me!
Happy festive reading
Kay xxx
December 20, 2013
ADVENT CALENDAR- DAY 20
Day 20!!
THE CIRCUS
December 19, 2013
ADVENT CALENDAR- DAY 19
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