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Book Review: Spice by Lilah Suzanne 

I’ve had the pleasure of getting to read an ARC of Spice, the new original novel out soon by lilahsuzanne

Let’s just get this out of the way. I loved it. 

I suppose one could consider this a sexy rom/com sort of story, and while initially I made knee-jerk connections to Bridget Jones and Sex & the City, it is so much more than that. It is nuanced and subtle in the same way as say the teevee shows Looking or Please Like Me. Of course referencing tv/movies, I’m also saying that the structure of the book, the stories that are told, would lend themselves nicely to a live action format. (dear interlude press, any screenplay writers on staff?)

The story centers around Simon, a sex/relationship advice columnist, and his relationships with lovers, friends, pets, and his mother. Simon is by no means a sex god (although he does have his moments), he’s just willing to be adventurous in bed (or the shower, or storage closet). And luckily for him, Benji walks into his life and is willing to go on these adventures with him.   

Minor sp0ilers below the cut…

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Three Interlude Press Novels Named Foreword Reviews’ 2014 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Finalists

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Five Total Nominations for IP Novels Forever Man, Sotto Voce and The Bones of You 

NEW YORK—InterludePress is pleased to announce that three of its books have been recognized as finalists
in the 17th annual Foreword Reviews’ INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards.

A.J.
DeWall’s Forever Man, Erin
Finnegan’s Sotto Voce and Laura Stone’s
The Bones of You were all named
finalists in the category of LGBT (Adult Fiction).

Sotto Voce and The Bones of You were also named
finalists in the Romance (Adult Fiction) category.

“From the start, it has been our goal to publish high quality works by
new voices in LGBTQ fiction,” said Annie Harper, IP publisher and managing
editor. “Interlude Press has been in business less than a year, so we’re deeply
honored this recognition. We’re very proud of the work of the entire IP
team—the authors, editors and artists who bring these books to fruition.”

A complete list of finalists can be found at indiefab.forewordreviews.com/finalists/2014/. 

My review of Spice, a novel by Lilah Suzanne

sleepdeprivedmind:

4.5/5

I had the good fortune of getting an ARC of Spice, the second novel by Lilah Suzannefrom Interlude Press, and I thoroughly enjoyed the romance and humor of the
novel. I liken it to a big screen sexy, romantic comedy and a delicious piece
of confection.

The protagonist of the novel, Simon Beck, is the writer of a
Dear Abby – esque, sex advice Ask Eros column in Ravish, women’s magazine. While Simon is adept at doling out witty
advice for his column, he is frustrated with his own love life (or lack
thereof) with Andrew, a fellow co-worker at Ravish.
Enter Benji McHugh, a ginger-haired, nerdy IT support guy for the magazine, and
sparks fly between Simon and Benji. The novel shifts into second gear when
Simon begins writing Spice of Your Sex Life, a special features column for the
magazine, based on his and Benji’s intimate adventures.

The plot of Spice is
light on angst, and laden with humor and sexy times. The chemistry between
Simon and Benji sizzles thanks to Suzanne’s descriptive writing. I found myself
easily swept up in their romance. The supporting characters of the novel adds to the humor, especially the Simon and Benji’s pets, Walt (the dog) and Peggy
(the cat).

In sum, Spice is a
delightful read, and the type of novel great for curling up with on a rainy day
or a day at the beach.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.

hey, so i'm kind of trying to get back into the dating scene (post college grad, now working a 9-5 after a creative blowout at my first job) but i live with my parents in a bedroom that hasn't changed decoration since i was 16. moving out isn't a financial

You know, a lot people are referring to this age group as the “boomerang generation” which seems like an unfair label given out by the generation that caused the state of the economy in the first place, but it’s actually kind of fun, if you think about it. You’re practical and reasonable while also gliding through the air all light and fast and banana-shaped. In other words, the situation is not ideal, but you can still make the best of it.

So you have some options. You can get creative, and find ways to get your sexy on elsewhere: Cars. Bathrooms. Other people’s houses. (But like, people you know. I feel like that’s an important caveat. Breaking and entering is just not worth the excitement.) Hotel rooms can be fun. Pretend you’re both spies working for opposing government operatives and you tell yourself it’s only about the hot sex but actually you’ve fallen for each other and maybe someday you can run off to Kazakhstan together and finally live the peaceful life you’ve always longed for.

Or, you know, something that isn’t one of my more elaborate fantasies.

You could take a brief vow of chastity, wait until you’ve got a little more space, particularly given the way your life seems to be in flux both personally and professionally. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, so they say.

A third possibility is to bring someone home anyway, but be upfront about it. It’s respectful and sets boundaries and yes, it’s awkward, but you are an adult and not actually sixteen so don’t act like it. No sneaking around. No lying about just “watching a movie.” And maybe change the decor a little? The only thing worse than getting caught heels up and naked by your mother may be doing it under a Spice Girls poster. Been there, done that.