Benjamin Kelly's Blog
January 11, 2020
KU No Thanks
Do authors understand they're cutting out readers who don't buy eBooks from Amazon by enrolling in KU? Or am I the only one who dislikes proprietary eBook readers? I love eBooks, but I only buy from sources that allow me to download the format of my choice so I can manually load it on my reader. I just found another book I want to read, but guess what? It's in f'ing KU. Grrrr.
December 18, 2019
Downright Nasty
I'm nearing completion of a Science Fiction Romance I've been writing for the last several years. This wasn't supposed to be an erotic romance, but that's what's landed on the page. I can't make the dirty scenes go away, no matter how much I try. I've censored this thing time and time again, only to have the explicit parts creep back in during rewrites.
Just because two people originated on different worlds doesn't make romance between them wrong. They're adults and basically human, outwardly similar anyway. And if menage is normal for one of the species, then it's okay for a guy to indoctrinate someone from the other, if she's happy with that, right?
Do all the juicy details really need to be there? I've been debating that question all along and don't have a good answer. I will say the story is more fun with them than without.
Just because two people originated on different worlds doesn't make romance between them wrong. They're adults and basically human, outwardly similar anyway. And if menage is normal for one of the species, then it's okay for a guy to indoctrinate someone from the other, if she's happy with that, right?
Do all the juicy details really need to be there? I've been debating that question all along and don't have a good answer. I will say the story is more fun with them than without.
September 7, 2019
Fantasy anyone?
Have fairies and dragons gone out of style?
Is anyone interested in romantic adventure?
If you answered no and then yes, you may find this interesting: The Guardian Scrolls. Otherwise, please ignore. Move along. Nothing to see here.
Is anyone interested in romantic adventure?
If you answered no and then yes, you may find this interesting: The Guardian Scrolls. Otherwise, please ignore. Move along. Nothing to see here.
June 26, 2019
Free Romance
Until My Final Breath is free from most eBook sellers.
When the love of Jake's life finds herself in a bad relationship with another man, it's up to Jake to help her escape. But can he save her before his time runs out?
When the love of Jake's life finds herself in a bad relationship with another man, it's up to Jake to help her escape. But can he save her before his time runs out?
January 7, 2019
Free Fantasy
Time is running out to get your free copy of The Guardian Scrolls.
Use coupon code MR99Z at checkout for your free copy. Offer ends 01/11/19.
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Use coupon code MR99Z at checkout for your free copy. Offer ends 01/11/19.
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
January 4, 2019
New Reaease Free Fantasy
Free on Smashwords until 01/11/19.
The Guardian Scrolls.
Magic is in short supply and the inhabitants of Asmondrya are facing annihilation by an evil returned from oblivion. A fairy and a dragon join forces to battle a relentless scourge of demonic beasts, but saving the world will require a greater sacrifice than the life of one hero and one heroine. Their stage was set in the distant past, a prophetic vision defining their roles, but can they play their parts as they choose, or must the ancient writings dictate their every move?
Use coupon code MR99Z at checkout for your free copy.
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
The Guardian Scrolls.
Magic is in short supply and the inhabitants of Asmondrya are facing annihilation by an evil returned from oblivion. A fairy and a dragon join forces to battle a relentless scourge of demonic beasts, but saving the world will require a greater sacrifice than the life of one hero and one heroine. Their stage was set in the distant past, a prophetic vision defining their roles, but can they play their parts as they choose, or must the ancient writings dictate their every move?
Use coupon code MR99Z at checkout for your free copy.
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
December 26, 2018
Is anybody out there?
Does anyone here read fantasy?
I'm about to wrap-up my latest novel. It may be ready within the next week or so. On release day, I'll be offering it free for a limited time with a coupon from Smashwords.
I'm trying to find someone willing to take a chance on reading it. Only the bravest of the brave need apply for this harrowing mission. My malformed prose may insult your intelligence. My warped ideas may melt your brain, or worse, bore you to sleep.
If you're up for the challenge, reply to this post and I'll make sure you get the coupon code as soon as the book goes live.
This story is a bit of a departure from what I normally write. It's a fantasy set in a time before what we consider pre-history. I won't go into much detail for now, but basically a fairy and a dragon join forces to save the world.
I'm about to wrap-up my latest novel. It may be ready within the next week or so. On release day, I'll be offering it free for a limited time with a coupon from Smashwords.
I'm trying to find someone willing to take a chance on reading it. Only the bravest of the brave need apply for this harrowing mission. My malformed prose may insult your intelligence. My warped ideas may melt your brain, or worse, bore you to sleep.
If you're up for the challenge, reply to this post and I'll make sure you get the coupon code as soon as the book goes live.
This story is a bit of a departure from what I normally write. It's a fantasy set in a time before what we consider pre-history. I won't go into much detail for now, but basically a fairy and a dragon join forces to save the world.
December 16, 2017
FREE for Christmas.
Smashwords is having a huge end of the year sale. Get deep discounts on thousands of ebooks. To celebrate the cover to cover revision, Snowbound Hearts will be FREE starting 12:01 am December 25th running through 11:59 pm January 1st. This is a Smashwords exclusive! https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
September 3, 2016
In the Kindle TBR queue
Seas of Ernathe by Jeffrey A. Carver.
Cafe in the Park by Elodie Parkes.
Captive Fantasy by L. Rosario.
Cafe in the Park by Elodie Parkes.
Captive Fantasy by L. Rosario.
August 27, 2014
4 Stars for Snowbound Hearts from Reader's Favorite.
"Benjamin Kelly packs a lot of emotion in just a few pages and does so in a way that draws you in so quickly you’ll be wishing for another 100 pages..."
Read the full review at https://readersfavorite.com/book-revi...
Read the full review at https://readersfavorite.com/book-revi...
