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June 17, 2014
Filthy Beautiful Lies ~ (filthy teaser)
"What do you want?" I murmur.
His eyes wander over to mine. “I want what all men want when they spend a cool mil for a virgin.”
Oh god. It’s happening tonight. I didn’t even have time to prepare. I’m still tender from my waxing. I wonder if he’ll give me an extra day or two if I tell him.
“I want a cold beer and to watch the sports highlights,” he finishes.
All the air rushes from my lungs in a whoosh. “That’s all?”
Still watching my reaction, he lifts one dark brow. “Honestly, I’d love a blowjob, but considering the mistrust in your eyes, I’m not sure having your teeth that near my dick would be the wisest decision.”
“I wouldn’t…”
“You wouldn’t what? Blow me? That’s part of the agreement, sweetness, and if you tell me you don’t like sucking cock, we’re going to have a problem.”
“No, I meant I wouldn’t bite you.” I’m not a violent person.
He smiles at me, his full lips parting to reveal straight white teeth.
Apparently that news has made him happy. He looks friendly and relaxed when he smiles at me like that – someone I’d meet out at a bar and flirt with. I’d let him buy me a drink and fantasize about kissing those soft lips as we spoke. Blinking several times, I realize I’ve been watching him for too long.
His smile fades and his hands go to his belt buckle, unlatching the silver clasp with a click and sliding it free. Seeing the thick leather belt in his hands makes me nervous. I don’t know his sexual tastes – will he want to restrain and whip me? But he drops the belt to the floor and pops open the button on his pants, then slides down the zipper, all while keeping those intense hazel eyes on mine.
My heart hammers in my chest. Holy shit. This was really going to happen. I was going to give a blowjob to a complete stranger.
“On your knees.” His voice is rough and filled with an edge of desire.
With my pulse thrumming wildly at the base of my throat, my body obeys his command, moving from the couch to the floor to kneel between his feet. Having removed his shoes, I notice his feet are long and narrow and encased in black silk socks.
Pushing his dress pants down his hips, his hand disappears under the fabric of his black boxer briefs. His dark eyes hold mine while he strokes the growing budge, as he seems to wordlessly inquire if this is okay.
What choice do I have? I can’t have him returning me. I give him an imperceptible nod. And god, the truth is, I’m curious. What is wrong with me that I want to know if his cock is a glorious as the rest of him?
Placing one palm against my cheek, he guides me closer and bends his head to mine, letting our lips touch just briefly. The gesture is unexpectedly tender. I draw a shuddering breath and part my lips, wetting them with my tongue and he presses forward again, tasting the moisture I’ve left on my bottom lip. His lips are soft and generous, and he pulls my bottom lip slightly into his mouth and sucks gently before sliding his tongue against mine. His kiss is cautious and slow, like he’s testing me – checking for my reaction. I remain still, letting him explore, and carefully return his kiss, my tongue reaching out to lick against his.
His eyes wander over to mine. “I want what all men want when they spend a cool mil for a virgin.”
Oh god. It’s happening tonight. I didn’t even have time to prepare. I’m still tender from my waxing. I wonder if he’ll give me an extra day or two if I tell him.
“I want a cold beer and to watch the sports highlights,” he finishes.
All the air rushes from my lungs in a whoosh. “That’s all?”
Still watching my reaction, he lifts one dark brow. “Honestly, I’d love a blowjob, but considering the mistrust in your eyes, I’m not sure having your teeth that near my dick would be the wisest decision.”
“I wouldn’t…”
“You wouldn’t what? Blow me? That’s part of the agreement, sweetness, and if you tell me you don’t like sucking cock, we’re going to have a problem.”
“No, I meant I wouldn’t bite you.” I’m not a violent person.
He smiles at me, his full lips parting to reveal straight white teeth.
Apparently that news has made him happy. He looks friendly and relaxed when he smiles at me like that – someone I’d meet out at a bar and flirt with. I’d let him buy me a drink and fantasize about kissing those soft lips as we spoke. Blinking several times, I realize I’ve been watching him for too long.
His smile fades and his hands go to his belt buckle, unlatching the silver clasp with a click and sliding it free. Seeing the thick leather belt in his hands makes me nervous. I don’t know his sexual tastes – will he want to restrain and whip me? But he drops the belt to the floor and pops open the button on his pants, then slides down the zipper, all while keeping those intense hazel eyes on mine.
My heart hammers in my chest. Holy shit. This was really going to happen. I was going to give a blowjob to a complete stranger.
“On your knees.” His voice is rough and filled with an edge of desire.
With my pulse thrumming wildly at the base of my throat, my body obeys his command, moving from the couch to the floor to kneel between his feet. Having removed his shoes, I notice his feet are long and narrow and encased in black silk socks.
Pushing his dress pants down his hips, his hand disappears under the fabric of his black boxer briefs. His dark eyes hold mine while he strokes the growing budge, as he seems to wordlessly inquire if this is okay.
What choice do I have? I can’t have him returning me. I give him an imperceptible nod. And god, the truth is, I’m curious. What is wrong with me that I want to know if his cock is a glorious as the rest of him?
Placing one palm against my cheek, he guides me closer and bends his head to mine, letting our lips touch just briefly. The gesture is unexpectedly tender. I draw a shuddering breath and part my lips, wetting them with my tongue and he presses forward again, tasting the moisture I’ve left on my bottom lip. His lips are soft and generous, and he pulls my bottom lip slightly into his mouth and sucks gently before sliding his tongue against mine. His kiss is cautious and slow, like he’s testing me – checking for my reaction. I remain still, letting him explore, and carefully return his kiss, my tongue reaching out to lick against his.
May 15, 2014
Excerpt from When I Break (Available Now!)
When Knox pulled to a stop outside the building, I wasn’t ready to go. Reading my hesitation, he turned to face me. “Should I walk you up? Make sure everything’s safe?”
“No, that’s okay. Brian’s home.” I pointed to the black sedan parked three spaces down.
“Brian’s that guy who came to your meeting to pick you up?”
I nodded.
“You live with him.”
It wasn’t a question, but I could see the uncertainty in his eyes. “Yes, but he’s just a friend, my roommate.”
“Are you fucking him?”
“N-no,” I choked out.
Suddenly I felt hot and uncomfortable in the small, dark space with Knox, off-balance at the abrupt change in his tone. Why would he care if I was sleeping with Brian or not?
“Do you have a date tonight?” I asked.
“I don’t date.”
I swallowed. “Fine. Will you be requiring company later?”
“Yes.” His dark gazed pierced mine, looking hungry and full of desire. “I can’t be expected to watch you parade around in your tight jeans all night and not need a release.”
It was the first time he’d mentioned that my physical appearance had an effect on him. And I’d be lying if I said I didn’t like it. God, what was wrong with me? He needed help, not another girl throwing herself at him. Besides, I should feel disgusted; he had just admitted he was going out looking for sex after spending the evening with me.
“Good night, McKenna,” he said, his tone final and dismissive.
“Good night.”
I climbed from the Jeep, sliding from the seat until both feet touched the ground. Without looking back I headed inside, the cool rain a balm against my warm, flushed face.
“No, that’s okay. Brian’s home.” I pointed to the black sedan parked three spaces down.
“Brian’s that guy who came to your meeting to pick you up?”
I nodded.
“You live with him.”
It wasn’t a question, but I could see the uncertainty in his eyes. “Yes, but he’s just a friend, my roommate.”
“Are you fucking him?”
“N-no,” I choked out.
Suddenly I felt hot and uncomfortable in the small, dark space with Knox, off-balance at the abrupt change in his tone. Why would he care if I was sleeping with Brian or not?
“Do you have a date tonight?” I asked.
“I don’t date.”
I swallowed. “Fine. Will you be requiring company later?”
“Yes.” His dark gazed pierced mine, looking hungry and full of desire. “I can’t be expected to watch you parade around in your tight jeans all night and not need a release.”
It was the first time he’d mentioned that my physical appearance had an effect on him. And I’d be lying if I said I didn’t like it. God, what was wrong with me? He needed help, not another girl throwing herself at him. Besides, I should feel disgusted; he had just admitted he was going out looking for sex after spending the evening with me.
“Good night, McKenna,” he said, his tone final and dismissive.
“Good night.”
I climbed from the Jeep, sliding from the seat until both feet touched the ground. Without looking back I headed inside, the cool rain a balm against my warm, flushed face.
January 17, 2014
My 2014 Update & Publishing Schedule
I think it’s time for another update & I wanted to tell you guys what I have going on in 2014. I’m so excited about this year and several of the books I have in store for you.. plus a teensy bit scared that you'll need counseling after reading one of them! Lol.
This year I’m completing the Love by Design series, which began with Working It, and will continue with book 2, CRAVING HIM, a continuation of Ben and Emmy’s story. So many of you have written to me asking about this intensely magnetic couple and I’m so happy to say that their story will pick up right where it left off, with Emmy returning to NYC and Ben’s arms all while the uncertainty stirred up by his relationship with Fiona unfolds around them. CRAVING HIM is out March 24th. Then book 3, ALL OR NOTHING features their BFFs, Ellie and Braydon who are like oil and water with a dash of sexual tension thrown into the mix. It will be released July 22nd. I had TONS of fun writing their witty banter and sarcastic way of flirting… they are crazy! And explosive in the bedroom. You’re Welcome. Both of these books are currently available for pre-order at major retailers.
NOW…
For the super duper exciting news…and a bit scary!
I set a goal to challenge myself to grow as a writer this year. I wanted to tackle something completely new for me. If you’ve read my other books, you know I tend to write fun, light and steamy stories with an emphasis on the S-T-E-A-M-Y. My editor at Atria Books inspired me and I don’t even think she knew it. We were having a conversation about emotional reads – she (like me) loves Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder and she said something that struck with me. She said that emotionally rich books have staying power – they seep into reader’s hearts and minds and stick around for a while. I longed to write a story like that. I thought about it, brainstormed, plotted and then realized – CRAP! How am I going to pull this off?!? The funny / sexy comes more naturally to me, but still I wanted to try. I’m a firm believer that if it’s not a little painful, then you’re not growing. And I wanted more, dammit! My readers deserved more.
Sooo…
I began writing a new series. Knox is a sex addict fighting for recovery when he falls for his addiction counselor, McKenna. Their first book , titled WHEN I BREAK will be released Feb. 24th. And then WHEN I SURRENDER, book 2 on May 26th. I’m not yet certain how many books will follow. But I’m so very excited and proud of this story and of myself for taking a risk and trying something new. I really, really freaking hope you like it! It’s a more emotional story than I’ve written before. More angst, more build up and just MORE! Yay! I cannot wait for this first book to release in February. I really hope you check out WHEN I BREAK. And be sure to tell me what you think!
Plus I found a fabulous new editor, recommended to me by none other than super hottie and amazing writer, Jenn Sterling. Needless to say – I’m pumped! Editing self-published works is a big job and I’m so happy to have a great team in place this year. I makes me breathe a little happy sigh. *ahhh*
So here is my 2014 publishing schedule:
- WHEN I BREAK (book 1, When I Break series) – February 24th
- CRAVING HIM (book 2, Love by Design series) – March 24th
- WHEN I SURRENDER (book 2, When I Break series) – May 26th
- ALL OR NOTHING (book 3 and final book, Love by Design series) – July 22nd
- **Tentative: UNTITLED (book 3, When I Break series) – Fall 2014
Bloggers: I love to work with you on cover reveals, ARCs, interviews and anything else fun. Be sure to email me at authorkendallryan@gmail.com to find out about upcoming opportunities.
xo
Kendall Ryan
This year I’m completing the Love by Design series, which began with Working It, and will continue with book 2, CRAVING HIM, a continuation of Ben and Emmy’s story. So many of you have written to me asking about this intensely magnetic couple and I’m so happy to say that their story will pick up right where it left off, with Emmy returning to NYC and Ben’s arms all while the uncertainty stirred up by his relationship with Fiona unfolds around them. CRAVING HIM is out March 24th. Then book 3, ALL OR NOTHING features their BFFs, Ellie and Braydon who are like oil and water with a dash of sexual tension thrown into the mix. It will be released July 22nd. I had TONS of fun writing their witty banter and sarcastic way of flirting… they are crazy! And explosive in the bedroom. You’re Welcome. Both of these books are currently available for pre-order at major retailers.
NOW…
For the super duper exciting news…and a bit scary!
I set a goal to challenge myself to grow as a writer this year. I wanted to tackle something completely new for me. If you’ve read my other books, you know I tend to write fun, light and steamy stories with an emphasis on the S-T-E-A-M-Y. My editor at Atria Books inspired me and I don’t even think she knew it. We were having a conversation about emotional reads – she (like me) loves Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder and she said something that struck with me. She said that emotionally rich books have staying power – they seep into reader’s hearts and minds and stick around for a while. I longed to write a story like that. I thought about it, brainstormed, plotted and then realized – CRAP! How am I going to pull this off?!? The funny / sexy comes more naturally to me, but still I wanted to try. I’m a firm believer that if it’s not a little painful, then you’re not growing. And I wanted more, dammit! My readers deserved more.
Sooo…
I began writing a new series. Knox is a sex addict fighting for recovery when he falls for his addiction counselor, McKenna. Their first book , titled WHEN I BREAK will be released Feb. 24th. And then WHEN I SURRENDER, book 2 on May 26th. I’m not yet certain how many books will follow. But I’m so very excited and proud of this story and of myself for taking a risk and trying something new. I really, really freaking hope you like it! It’s a more emotional story than I’ve written before. More angst, more build up and just MORE! Yay! I cannot wait for this first book to release in February. I really hope you check out WHEN I BREAK. And be sure to tell me what you think!
Plus I found a fabulous new editor, recommended to me by none other than super hottie and amazing writer, Jenn Sterling. Needless to say – I’m pumped! Editing self-published works is a big job and I’m so happy to have a great team in place this year. I makes me breathe a little happy sigh. *ahhh*
So here is my 2014 publishing schedule:
- WHEN I BREAK (book 1, When I Break series) – February 24th
- CRAVING HIM (book 2, Love by Design series) – March 24th
- WHEN I SURRENDER (book 2, When I Break series) – May 26th
- ALL OR NOTHING (book 3 and final book, Love by Design series) – July 22nd
- **Tentative: UNTITLED (book 3, When I Break series) – Fall 2014
Bloggers: I love to work with you on cover reveals, ARCs, interviews and anything else fun. Be sure to email me at authorkendallryan@gmail.com to find out about upcoming opportunities.
xo
Kendall Ryan
October 24, 2013
It's ALMOST time!!!
Just a quick announcement to remind you that WORKING IT is almost here!!!!
Coming NOVEMBER 11th!!!!
A sweet wholesome assistant...
A male model with more issues than Vogue...
An intense affair filled with sexual discovery in Paris and Milan....
YES PLEASE! :) Can't wait for you to read this one!
October 4, 2013
New Cover & Fun Facts for WORKING IT!
In a world of fashion, sex and secrets….
Sweet Southerner, Emmy Clarke meets the gorgeous, yet troubled male model Ben Shaw. His intensity, raw sexuality and filthy mouth prove to be too much, and they embark on a journey of sexual discovery. But when Ben’s twisted past is uncovered, it threatens both their relationship and careers …
Filled with passion, jealousy and heart-thumping sex, Working It is the tale of falling for a supermodel.
DUE NOVEMBER 11th!!!!
5 Fun Facts About the Book:
1. Prepare yourself for Ben, he’s an intense, dirty-talking male model, yum!
2. The book is written in dual point-of-view, so you see both Emmy and Ben’s perspectives
3. This is my longest book by far – nearly 90k words. Booyah!
4. It’s book 1 in a series of 3, but there’s no big cliffhanger at the ending
5. I interviewed several male models and watched fashion shows as research! I talk about it in the acknowledgements of the book.
August 21, 2013
Kendall Ryan Signs with Atria for New Series
I'm delighted to announce a 3-book series in partnership with Atria Books, a division of Simon & Schuster! ♥ ♥ ♥
The first book, titled WORKING IT, is a sexy new romance about a male model who falls for his assistant. Yum!! It will be out on November 11th, and is available for pre-order now.
Pre-order links:
http://www.amazon.com/Working-It-eboo...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/worki...
And though I adore original cover, it is in the process of being redesigned so that each cover in the series will coordinate. So stay tuned for the cover reveal!
Leave a comment if you’d like to be included in the cover reveal with the email address for your blog!
Thank you for all your encouragement and support, I'm SO excited about this story and to be working with Atria!!! Can't wait for this fall! :)
The first book, titled WORKING IT, is a sexy new romance about a male model who falls for his assistant. Yum!! It will be out on November 11th, and is available for pre-order now.
Pre-order links:
http://www.amazon.com/Working-It-eboo...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/worki...
And though I adore original cover, it is in the process of being redesigned so that each cover in the series will coordinate. So stay tuned for the cover reveal!
Leave a comment if you’d like to be included in the cover reveal with the email address for your blog!
Thank you for all your encouragement and support, I'm SO excited about this story and to be working with Atria!!! Can't wait for this fall! :)
August 5, 2013
NEWS ~ WORKING IT Coming Fall 2013!!!
Okay, so you know my next book, WORKING IT -- it’s a full-length contemporary erotic romance about a male model that falls for his average looking assistant… Yes?
Okay…I have some exciting things happening with this book, and for that reason, I wanted to let you know that it’s no longer going to be published in August. It WILL still be available this fall. Fall of 2013, and the exact date will be communicated soon, along with a BIG announcement. It shouldn’t be too long!
AND…
It’s going to be part of a series. At least 3 books. Possibly as many as 5 books, if I decide to tell the stories of the side characters too.
AND…
It’s going to Knock. Your. Socks. Off (or your panties, whichever).
Ben is worth the wait. Trust me.
While you're waiting...you can visit my Pinterest board with my inspiration photos.... le sigh...
Working It Pinterest
Thank you so much for your patience and support.
xoxo,
Kendall
Okay…I have some exciting things happening with this book, and for that reason, I wanted to let you know that it’s no longer going to be published in August. It WILL still be available this fall. Fall of 2013, and the exact date will be communicated soon, along with a BIG announcement. It shouldn’t be too long!
AND…
It’s going to be part of a series. At least 3 books. Possibly as many as 5 books, if I decide to tell the stories of the side characters too.
AND…
It’s going to Knock. Your. Socks. Off (or your panties, whichever).
Ben is worth the wait. Trust me.
While you're waiting...you can visit my Pinterest board with my inspiration photos.... le sigh...
Working It Pinterest
Thank you so much for your patience and support.
xoxo,
Kendall
June 5, 2013
~ THE IMPACT OF YOU Teaser ~ And New Adult Q&A!
Hellloooo there mah babies!
Two things.
1. A hot as sin teaser from my new adult book that releases on June 11th! (below)
2. An invitation to join me for a Q&A with the New Adult Book Club June 7th-9th. Post your questions, bonus points for the craziest question!! :) See you there!!
THE IMPACT OF YOU - June 11th
His hand cups my jaw, his thumb skittering back and forth against my skin. My eyes flick to his mouth, lingering on his lips, that I know from experience are incredibly soft and full. His mouth curves up a fraction and I know I’ve been caught. His thumb continues its gentle caress on my cheek and his eyes are bright with desire.
“You know this isn’t going to work. Should we just get it out of the way?” he asks finally.
“Get what out of the way?”
“Sex.”
“Excuse me?”
“You’ve got to feel this raw sexual energy radiating between us.”
I scoff. “I most certainly do not.” Lie. My damn panties are probably wet. Bastard.
He laughs, a deep throaty chuckle that lights up my nerve endings and makes my skin tingle. “Despite your tendency to lie through your teeth about being attracted to me, you’re still
outrageously delicious.”
“Delicious?”
“Outrageously so.”
“So now I’m outrageously delicious? Isn’t that a cereal tagline?”
“No. That’s magically delicious. And stop changing the subject.”
“And what subject are we on?” I ask, suddenly breathless.
“The eventual sex we’re going to have. I’m going to open you up in more ways than one, babe.”
Holy shit. My knees buckle and I reach out to grasp onto Jase’s biceps. “Jase,” I rasp. If I had any upper body strength I’d punch myself in the ovaries for the idiotic way I’m behaving. But he possesses the distinct ability to turn me into a pile of hormones, and there’s no denying that fact.
His eyes have gone dark, all the humor has disappeared from his face. “Tell me what you want.”
Two things.
1. A hot as sin teaser from my new adult book that releases on June 11th! (below)
2. An invitation to join me for a Q&A with the New Adult Book Club June 7th-9th. Post your questions, bonus points for the craziest question!! :) See you there!!
THE IMPACT OF YOU - June 11th
His hand cups my jaw, his thumb skittering back and forth against my skin. My eyes flick to his mouth, lingering on his lips, that I know from experience are incredibly soft and full. His mouth curves up a fraction and I know I’ve been caught. His thumb continues its gentle caress on my cheek and his eyes are bright with desire.
“You know this isn’t going to work. Should we just get it out of the way?” he asks finally.
“Get what out of the way?”
“Sex.”
“Excuse me?”
“You’ve got to feel this raw sexual energy radiating between us.”
I scoff. “I most certainly do not.” Lie. My damn panties are probably wet. Bastard.
He laughs, a deep throaty chuckle that lights up my nerve endings and makes my skin tingle. “Despite your tendency to lie through your teeth about being attracted to me, you’re still
outrageously delicious.”
“Delicious?”
“Outrageously so.”
“So now I’m outrageously delicious? Isn’t that a cereal tagline?”
“No. That’s magically delicious. And stop changing the subject.”
“And what subject are we on?” I ask, suddenly breathless.
“The eventual sex we’re going to have. I’m going to open you up in more ways than one, babe.”
Holy shit. My knees buckle and I reach out to grasp onto Jase’s biceps. “Jase,” I rasp. If I had any upper body strength I’d punch myself in the ovaries for the idiotic way I’m behaving. But he possesses the distinct ability to turn me into a pile of hormones, and there’s no denying that fact.
His eyes have gone dark, all the humor has disappeared from his face. “Tell me what you want.”
April 16, 2013
Resisting Her ~ Now Available!
Thank you all for your incredible love and support!
**Resisting Her is NOW AVAILABLE!!!**
This book is dedicated to YOU, my readers. I love you to pieces and I hope you enjoy!!!! *hugs*
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Smashwords
Amazon UK
Paperback
iBooks and Kobo – Coming Soon! It takes an extra day or two…
Thank you again for your support and enthusiasm. I love my readers!
xoxo
Kendall
**Resisting Her is NOW AVAILABLE!!!**
This book is dedicated to YOU, my readers. I love you to pieces and I hope you enjoy!!!! *hugs*
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Smashwords
Amazon UK
Paperback
iBooks and Kobo – Coming Soon! It takes an extra day or two…
Thank you again for your support and enthusiasm. I love my readers!
xoxo
Kendall
