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October 9, 2020
Q&A with Debbie De Louise
One of the most exciting things in the Publishing industry is meeting interesting people who are talented authors and write intriguing stories.
After reading Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Debbie De Louise, I had a few questions about her story and the characters.
About Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Librarian Alicia McKinney has put the past behind her…
Two years ago, Alicia discovered both a terrible truth and lasting love with John McKinney in the small town of Cobble Cove, New York. Now a busy mother of twin babies and co-author of a mystery series, Alicia couldn’t be happier.
Alicia’s contentment and safety are challenged…
Walking home alone from the library, Alicia senses someone following her, and on more than one occasion, she believes she is being watched. Does she have a stalker? When the local gift shop is burglarized, the troubling event causes unrest among Alicia and the residents of the quiet town.
John and Alicia receive an offer they can’t refuse…
When John’s sister offers to babysit while she and John take a much-needed vacation in New York City, Alicia is reluctant to leave her children because of the disturbances in Cobble Cove. John assures her the town is safe in the hands of Sheriff-elect Ramsay. Although Alicia’s experience with and dislike of the former Long Island detective don’t alleviate her concern, she and John take their trip.
Alicia faces her worst nightmare…
The McKinney’s vacation is cut short when they learn their babies have been kidnapped and John’s sister shot. Alicia and John’s situation puts them between a rock and a hard place when the main suspect is found dead before the ransom is paid. In order to save their children, the McKinneys race against the clock to solve a mystery more puzzling than those found in their own books. Can they do it before time runs out?
Q&A
1. Alicia and John, wonderful characters, good parents and a happy couple. Nice people have to try a lot to enjoy life and tranquility. Why is this so difficult in our days?
1. That’s a tough question. I think modern life makes things more complicated for families and individuals. In most families, because of living expenses, the husband and wife both have to work. This takes time away from being with each other and their kids.
2. What’s your opinion about John’s sister?
2. I think she means well and cares about her brother, sister-in-law, nephew, and niece. She is a bit eccentric because of her wealth, but she is also very generous.
3. What’s the beauty of life and the worst experience for a person?
3. To me, animals and pets, especially cats and nature are the most beautiful experiences – the plants, flowers, the ocean, the sunrise and sunset. They inspire and soothe us. The worst experience is losing someone you love, be it your husband/wife, parent, child, or pet.
4. Crime, is there anything we could do to get past of this nightmare?
4. The only thing we can do is try to be law-abiding people and be careful to avoid dangerous situations.
5. What is the worst fear of parents?
5. Losing their child, to illness, accident, or abduction.
6. What’s the meaning of family? What does family mean to you?
6. Family doesn’t necessarily have to be blood relatives. A group of people who are close, church members, good friends, neighbors, can be considered family. The members of a family protect one another and help one another in difficult times. They are always there when needed.
7. Tell me a few things about you and where can readers find you and your books?
7. I’m a librarian and a cat lover. I always add pets to my books. In my Cobble Cove cozy mystery series that now consists of 5 books, there’s Sneaky, the Siamese library cat. Between a Rock and a Hard Place is the second book of the series. My new release, No Gravestone Unturned, is the 5th book. I’ve also written standalone thrillers and a paranormal romance. All my books can be found on Amazon, and the eBooks are free to Kindle Unlimited subscribers. My website/blog and newsletter sign up is found at https://debbiedelouise.com. I’m on twitter @deblibrarian.
Buy the book!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
After reading Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Debbie De Louise, I had a few questions about her story and the characters.
About Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Librarian Alicia McKinney has put the past behind her…
Two years ago, Alicia discovered both a terrible truth and lasting love with John McKinney in the small town of Cobble Cove, New York. Now a busy mother of twin babies and co-author of a mystery series, Alicia couldn’t be happier.
Alicia’s contentment and safety are challenged…
Walking home alone from the library, Alicia senses someone following her, and on more than one occasion, she believes she is being watched. Does she have a stalker? When the local gift shop is burglarized, the troubling event causes unrest among Alicia and the residents of the quiet town.
John and Alicia receive an offer they can’t refuse…
When John’s sister offers to babysit while she and John take a much-needed vacation in New York City, Alicia is reluctant to leave her children because of the disturbances in Cobble Cove. John assures her the town is safe in the hands of Sheriff-elect Ramsay. Although Alicia’s experience with and dislike of the former Long Island detective don’t alleviate her concern, she and John take their trip.
Alicia faces her worst nightmare…
The McKinney’s vacation is cut short when they learn their babies have been kidnapped and John’s sister shot. Alicia and John’s situation puts them between a rock and a hard place when the main suspect is found dead before the ransom is paid. In order to save their children, the McKinneys race against the clock to solve a mystery more puzzling than those found in their own books. Can they do it before time runs out?
Q&A
1. Alicia and John, wonderful characters, good parents and a happy couple. Nice people have to try a lot to enjoy life and tranquility. Why is this so difficult in our days?
1. That’s a tough question. I think modern life makes things more complicated for families and individuals. In most families, because of living expenses, the husband and wife both have to work. This takes time away from being with each other and their kids.
2. What’s your opinion about John’s sister?
2. I think she means well and cares about her brother, sister-in-law, nephew, and niece. She is a bit eccentric because of her wealth, but she is also very generous.
3. What’s the beauty of life and the worst experience for a person?
3. To me, animals and pets, especially cats and nature are the most beautiful experiences – the plants, flowers, the ocean, the sunrise and sunset. They inspire and soothe us. The worst experience is losing someone you love, be it your husband/wife, parent, child, or pet.
4. Crime, is there anything we could do to get past of this nightmare?
4. The only thing we can do is try to be law-abiding people and be careful to avoid dangerous situations.
5. What is the worst fear of parents?
5. Losing their child, to illness, accident, or abduction.
6. What’s the meaning of family? What does family mean to you?
6. Family doesn’t necessarily have to be blood relatives. A group of people who are close, church members, good friends, neighbors, can be considered family. The members of a family protect one another and help one another in difficult times. They are always there when needed.
7. Tell me a few things about you and where can readers find you and your books?
7. I’m a librarian and a cat lover. I always add pets to my books. In my Cobble Cove cozy mystery series that now consists of 5 books, there’s Sneaky, the Siamese library cat. Between a Rock and a Hard Place is the second book of the series. My new release, No Gravestone Unturned, is the 5th book. I’ve also written standalone thrillers and a paranormal romance. All my books can be found on Amazon, and the eBooks are free to Kindle Unlimited subscribers. My website/blog and newsletter sign up is found at https://debbiedelouise.com. I’m on twitter @deblibrarian.
Buy the book!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
October 2, 2020
#BookRecommendations
"There is no end to education. It is not that you read a book, pass an examination, and finish with education. The whole of life, from the moment you are born to the moment you die, is a process of learning."
Jiddu Krishnamurti
The Alphas
The black angels have come, destroying the world to remake it in their own image. Some humans will survive, even overcome. As their world burns, they will rise from the ashes.
And some survivors will fall.
Excerpt
Before long, everything changed. The balance was destroyed and the rules were broken. The first generations of the human beings came across despair and hard times since the battle between the white and the black angels lasted for too long, making the people suffer until, finally, the white angels threw the black angels on earth where they destroyed everything.
The black angels killed the men and burned everything except their territory while they kept the women to make the new race. The embodied dark spirits turned the beauty of the earth into a living hell as the ash and the smoke covered the air, the four seas, and the sky. When they rushed to kill the offspring of the first human beings, the Alphas were scared to death. They would do anything to protect their children.
The white angels decided to intervene since the first Alphas were not strong enough to defeat the black angels and the power of the dark. They managed to save their children. But they would never become special like their ancestors.
The next Alphas wouldn’t have the same luck since they would have the power to avoid them, feeling confident in a world without safety.
Marc would guide them to the paths of hell and black magic, explaining everything.
The two teachers, Bruce, Brittany and his students Jack, Dylan, Lilly Alicia along with Leona, Nick, Sara, and Rick would become the first Alphas with limitless power…
Read more,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Jiddu Krishnamurti
The Alphas
The black angels have come, destroying the world to remake it in their own image. Some humans will survive, even overcome. As their world burns, they will rise from the ashes.
And some survivors will fall.
Excerpt
Before long, everything changed. The balance was destroyed and the rules were broken. The first generations of the human beings came across despair and hard times since the battle between the white and the black angels lasted for too long, making the people suffer until, finally, the white angels threw the black angels on earth where they destroyed everything.
The black angels killed the men and burned everything except their territory while they kept the women to make the new race. The embodied dark spirits turned the beauty of the earth into a living hell as the ash and the smoke covered the air, the four seas, and the sky. When they rushed to kill the offspring of the first human beings, the Alphas were scared to death. They would do anything to protect their children.
The white angels decided to intervene since the first Alphas were not strong enough to defeat the black angels and the power of the dark. They managed to save their children. But they would never become special like their ancestors.
The next Alphas wouldn’t have the same luck since they would have the power to avoid them, feeling confident in a world without safety.
Marc would guide them to the paths of hell and black magic, explaining everything.
The two teachers, Bruce, Brittany and his students Jack, Dylan, Lilly Alicia along with Leona, Nick, Sara, and Rick would become the first Alphas with limitless power…
Read more,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
September 25, 2020
Q&A with Young
One of the most exciting things in the Publishing industry is meeting interesting people who are talented authors and write intriguing stories.
After reading A Harem Boy's Saga Book 1 by Young, I had a few questions about his autobiography.
1. You decided to share an amazing life story with readers, what makes an autobiography interesting?
That is an easy question to answer. An exciting autobiography can be defined in many ways by different readers.
•First and foremost, for me, the author had lived through a life-changing experience that made him/her grow as an individual in our diverse world.
•Through the eyes of the author, I can understand and view the world from a different perspective.
•It is also crucial that the autobiography to reveal universal truths that readers can identify with, like love, relationships with other humans or animals, happiness, discontentments, ups and downs, and the list goes on.
•The methodology of storytelling and formatting are vital components in making an autobiography enjoyable to read.
•Wit and humor are essential factors in good story narrations.
•So are dialogues between the author and the people he/she encountered. Although it is often impossible to remember who said what at the time, the essence of the conversation/conversations should be candid.
2. How hard is it not being accepted by your family because of your sexuality?
There are always pros and cons to all family dynamics. In my instance, my mother was excepting of me, compared to my father. She was my most excellent protector and supporter, and I am grateful to her for that. Although I was born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I could not wait to leave because I know there are other places in the world that I can be who I am.
3. If you could turn back the time, would you change anything?
No. I love my life, and I am glad I had the opportunity to experience my harem involvements. These four years of my teenage life provided me with a pragmatic outlook in life, and I can deal with challenging situations.
4. Sex VS emotions in a man's life education, what do you think?
I learned to separate sex from emotions. For me, sex is a physical release of testosterone. Although, at times, it can be a form of spiritual transcendence. I discussed this topic in A Harem Boy's Saga, books II, III, IV, and V.
Emotions are disparate from sex. Emotions are feelings that are unconnected with sex. I can feel great love and joy without having sex with another. If a person can differentiate the two components, he/she should, in most cases, live a less stressful and unencumbered life.
5. What is love?
LOL! That is a million-dollar question. My answer is in A Harem Boy's Saga – Book III – Debauchery; a memoir by Young – chapter 10 – The Four Loves.
I quote Lord Byron, "Love will find a way through paths where wolves fear to prey."
6. How would you describe our modern world? Is there still a secret erotic society?
Answer the first question:
In our contemporary world, beauty is everywhere if a person chooses to see it. Instead of listening, viewing destruction, horror, and dome and gloom, the mass media loves to sensationalize; look at the abundance of beauty, especially in nature, and feel the unconditional love of animals.
Answer the second question:
Though I am uncertain of the answer, my guess is, there are erotic societies in operations to this day. There are always the unseen behind veils of common realizations.
7. Where can readers find you and your books?
They can locate me at:
A Harem Boy's Saga – Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/aharemboysaga/
In The Harem blog url:
http://bernardfoong.typepad.com/ in_the_harem
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/aharemboysaga
Website:
http://aharemboysaga.com/wp/
Email:
young@aharemboysaga.com
Read & Share!
1967
An Unfortunate Predicament
The following day after regular tutorials with Monsieur Dubois, Andy and I pulled Gudrun and Adolf aside to ask what had transpired the night before at the Marquis’ chambers. The Swede gave us an egregious smile, causing my Valet to raise an eyebrow. “Tell us what happened, Gud,” he insisted. “What did you do to the Marquis?”
The Valet took his time to respond as he flipped nonchalantly through the pages of a magazine. He was obviously keeping us in suspense. Alf couldn’t wait. He blurted, “Gud blindfolded and bound his hands behind his back while I f**ked him.”
“Did he realize it was the two of you and not Andy and me? How did he react?” I questioned.
Alf’s guardian replied, “I don’t think he knew it was us. The rooms were dark. He probably thinks it was you and Andy. I think he was surprised by the turn of events. He probably wanted to play the sadist with you, but he ended up the passive party instead. He was still tied up when we left his chambers.” Gud laughed as if the Marquis deserved to be bound after their sexual assignation.
A look of alarm came over Andy’s face. “You did what? You tied him up and left him there, with him thinking it was me?! You hellion! Leaving me to get the blame for your actions!” Andy exclaimed.
“Well, mate! You were the one who asked us to substitute for the two of you. You, mate, you should be thanking us instead of reprimanding me for leaving the sadomasochistic Mathieu in bondage. He probably loved the rough treatment,” Gudrun chortled.
Just then, Monsieur Dubois passed by the corridor. He heard the effervescence and enquired, “What’s the ebullience, boys?”
The Swede replied, “Oh, it’s something amusing Alf and I did last night. Andy is afraid that he may have to shoulder the blame.”
“You boys better not have played some prankish game with any of our guests. They are serious investors and are here for our Master’s investment projects. You guys better tread with caution and respect the visitors. Your métier is to make their stay welcoming and entertaining. You understand me?” My teacher said authoritatively.
Gud and Alf quieted down, nodded their heads and promised the professor that they would behave in an edified manner before disappearing down the hall.
As soon as the duo was out of sight, Alain inquired, “What was the real reason for the jubilant outburst?”
My Valet explained anxiously what had transpired at Mathieu’s chambers the previous evening. Dubois cried, “It’s too late to change this unfortunate outcome now. You’ll have to wait to see what the Marquis will do. Meanwhile, I’ll try and think of an elegant solution.”
He continued, “Also, Ikram wants to see the both of you as soon as possible.”
“Why does he want to see us?” My Valet asked.
“I have no idea. I presume he wants to discuss the Carousel with Young,” My teacher surmised.
An Unexpected Revelation
I could tell Ikram wasn’t in the best disposition as soon as we entered. His usual effervescence had turned south. In its place was a tetchy Arab, slobbering precipitously over a table of design drafts.
Andy inquired, “You asked to see us, sir?”
The Arab did not speak, he stood by the desk as if seething with displeasure. He finally grasped demandingly, “Where were the two of you last evening?”
“Sir, we were attending His Highness’ function. You were there; you saw us,” My guardian replied.
“Why didn’t you heed my summons to be in the library?” The interior designer demanded.
Andy and I looked at one another, amazed that we had finally discovered the true identity of the mystery admirer. I uttered, “I’m sorry, Sir! I did not know the gift and request were from you. There weren’t any indications of who it was or of an appointed time. When we met at the event, you gave us no indication of your summon.”
Ikram declared, “It is not I that beckoned you, but somebody close to me is interested in the two of you.”
I stared at Andy for a response. He enunciated, “May we know who this special person who desires to see us is?”
“Go to the library this evening, and the answer will be waiting for you. Take heed, and be there at the appointed time. This person will not take too kindly to you if you miss the summons again. You understand me?”
“Yes sir! We will be there. May we know the name of this illustrious person, so that we can be better prepared to attend to his or her needs?” My guardian was trying to gain some insight into our summoner’s identity.
“No!” The Arab stated abruptly. On that authoritative command, he dismissed Andy and me.
Back to Square One
Once again, we were at a loss. We had no idea who our mysterious admirer was. When we arrived back at the “Al-'iksīr” (Elixir) two glossy black boxes embossed in gold with the words L'hommes Provocateur sat waiting for us inside the entrance door. Within the larger container were the following:
• A black leather chest harness.
• A form-fitting pair of leather pants with the groin and derriere areas removed.
• A black leather half-mask with two holes for the eyes.
• A pair of black storm trooper boots that fitted Andy perfectly.
• A black leather horse whip.
• A pair of solid gold handcuffs.
These items were obviously meant for my Valet. In the smaller box was another set of artifacts that consisted of:
• A glossy black form-fitting rubberized pair of shorts with a Velcro front. On the trousers were two flaps that could be ripped away instantaneously, revealing the wearer’s crotch and backside.
• A black Hermes silk kerchief printed in gold with images of saddles, horseshoes and riding crops. The scarf could be folded into a blindfold.
• A pair of rubberized thigh-high boots made to fit my foot size.
• A black and a gold candle laid neatly next to a solid gold cigarette lighter. Beside these tidily wrapped articles was an oversized black dildo and a jar of lubricant.
• There was also a pair of solid gold nipple clamps.
• And a rubberized half-mask that fitted snugly around the upper part of my face.
These articles were obviously meant for me.
Besides the list of sadomasochistic paraphernalia were two black finely woven hooded thobes with long slits that ran down the front to below the navel. These monk-like coverings were meant to be worn over the leather and rubberized clothing.
My lover and I turned the boxes inside out before we finally found a fancy black envelope trimmed with gold edges. Enclosed was a white note card. Embossed in gold lettering were the words: “You are invited to a gathering of the “Canterbury Tales of Bawdy Rhymes.” You’ll be asked to recite this rhyme at the library:
“Jack be nimble,
Jack be quick,
Jack sizzles while the candles drip.”
See you at the bewitching hour.”
Once again, no signature was scripted below the invitation. My lover and I scratched our heads in bafflement, wondering who could have sent such an unconventional invitation with these indecorous gifts. The only person we could think of was Marquis Mathieu. After all, he was the only person who had toyed and flirted with me about sadomasochism.
“Does that mean Mathieu was pleased with his evening’s rendezvous with Gudrun and Alf?” I questioned Andy inquisitively.
“I presume so. Who would send such gifts besides the Marquis?” My lover continued with obfuscation.
“Does that mean he wants to see us this evening? He must desire an anomalous replay of his previous night’s experience,” I thought aloud.
Andy continued to scratch his head. “I give up! I hate this cat-and-mouse game. I don’t know what we should do.”
“Maybe we should consult Professor Dubois again?” I suggested.
Andy gave an anguished sigh, “I hate having to consult Alain at every turn. I am old enough to figure out these games without having to run to your teacher for advice. I want to be able to protect you on my own. You, my precious, are my beloved and my charge. I’ll make sure no harm comes to you, even if I have to protect you with my life.”
When I saw him in such a state, I felt a sudden surge of affection for my lover. “Three minds are better than two. Besides, Alain has more experience than either of us. He completed E.R.O.S. and the harem programs and is also my learned teacher; he should be able to advise us on how best to proceed. Don’t you agree?”
After much persuasion, my guardian finally capitulated before we trotted off to consult Alain, who proved as perplexed as we were. My teacher’s only advice: “There are no classes tomorrow on Holy Friday. I’m sure all will be revealed to you when you go to the library at the bewitching hour of 1 A.M. There’s nothing to lose! Go, experience the adventure.”
Hickory, Dickory, Dock,
The “mice” ran up the clock.
The clock struck one,
The “mice” ran down
Hickory, dickory, dock.
Dressed in the ludicrous garb beneath our black hooded thobes, Andy and I arrived at the large ornate library doors. Two unfamiliar-looking, burly Arabs stood guard on either side of the entrance. One of them opened the locked door to let us into a dimly candlelit room. A group of people in attire similar to ours were already scattered around the room. They seemed as flummoxed as we were. All of them were hooded and wearing leather half-masks that exposed only their eyes and the lower sections of their faces. I recognized them instantly. They were the four French aristocrats: Charles, Marie-Laure, Mathieu and Pierre. Next to the baron were Sébastien, Ludovic, Gudrun, and Adolf. At a corner of the expansive chamber, Didee, Elizabeth, Karina and Matumi were muttering amongst themselves in low voices. Last but not least, Alain stood next to the Marquis. Neither my Valet nor I had any idea that Dubois was part of this clandestine assembly. We were aghast at his presence, since he had given us no indication that he was an invitee to this unorthodox escapade.
As we stood ruminating, several fully masked overseers entered through a side entrance. One of them, the premier, sat alone some distance away from us, guided by two of Ikram’s handlers, Makut and Khatum. The other four principals came to join our entourage. They stood in the middle of our circle, which seemed to have opened up automatically.
Under their full or half masks, I recognized them as Abdallah, Fiddha, Ikram and Ebram, the third of the kaneeth’s handsome bodyguards. I couldn’t help but wonder who the mystery person sitting at the far corner was. He sat motionless, as if a silent spectator of a pugnacious game.
In perfect English, Ebram announced, “I’ll give each of you a sign to recite aloud the rhyme you’ve been assigned. Then, you are to step into the center of the circle to participate in a pleasurable game of sensual and sexual gratifications.”
My Valet and I looked at each other in astonishment; neither one of us or, for that matter, any of the visitors or foreign students, knew what would happen next.
The mysterious observer voiced decisively, “Let the games begin.”
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After reading A Harem Boy's Saga Book 1 by Young, I had a few questions about his autobiography.
1. You decided to share an amazing life story with readers, what makes an autobiography interesting?
That is an easy question to answer. An exciting autobiography can be defined in many ways by different readers.
•First and foremost, for me, the author had lived through a life-changing experience that made him/her grow as an individual in our diverse world.
•Through the eyes of the author, I can understand and view the world from a different perspective.
•It is also crucial that the autobiography to reveal universal truths that readers can identify with, like love, relationships with other humans or animals, happiness, discontentments, ups and downs, and the list goes on.
•The methodology of storytelling and formatting are vital components in making an autobiography enjoyable to read.
•Wit and humor are essential factors in good story narrations.
•So are dialogues between the author and the people he/she encountered. Although it is often impossible to remember who said what at the time, the essence of the conversation/conversations should be candid.
2. How hard is it not being accepted by your family because of your sexuality?
There are always pros and cons to all family dynamics. In my instance, my mother was excepting of me, compared to my father. She was my most excellent protector and supporter, and I am grateful to her for that. Although I was born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I could not wait to leave because I know there are other places in the world that I can be who I am.
3. If you could turn back the time, would you change anything?
No. I love my life, and I am glad I had the opportunity to experience my harem involvements. These four years of my teenage life provided me with a pragmatic outlook in life, and I can deal with challenging situations.
4. Sex VS emotions in a man's life education, what do you think?
I learned to separate sex from emotions. For me, sex is a physical release of testosterone. Although, at times, it can be a form of spiritual transcendence. I discussed this topic in A Harem Boy's Saga, books II, III, IV, and V.
Emotions are disparate from sex. Emotions are feelings that are unconnected with sex. I can feel great love and joy without having sex with another. If a person can differentiate the two components, he/she should, in most cases, live a less stressful and unencumbered life.
5. What is love?
LOL! That is a million-dollar question. My answer is in A Harem Boy's Saga – Book III – Debauchery; a memoir by Young – chapter 10 – The Four Loves.
I quote Lord Byron, "Love will find a way through paths where wolves fear to prey."
6. How would you describe our modern world? Is there still a secret erotic society?
Answer the first question:
In our contemporary world, beauty is everywhere if a person chooses to see it. Instead of listening, viewing destruction, horror, and dome and gloom, the mass media loves to sensationalize; look at the abundance of beauty, especially in nature, and feel the unconditional love of animals.
Answer the second question:
Though I am uncertain of the answer, my guess is, there are erotic societies in operations to this day. There are always the unseen behind veils of common realizations.
7. Where can readers find you and your books?
They can locate me at:
A Harem Boy's Saga – Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/aharemboysaga/
In The Harem blog url:
http://bernardfoong.typepad.com/ in_the_harem
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/aharemboysaga
Website:
http://aharemboysaga.com/wp/
Email:
young@aharemboysaga.com
Read & Share!
1967
An Unfortunate Predicament
The following day after regular tutorials with Monsieur Dubois, Andy and I pulled Gudrun and Adolf aside to ask what had transpired the night before at the Marquis’ chambers. The Swede gave us an egregious smile, causing my Valet to raise an eyebrow. “Tell us what happened, Gud,” he insisted. “What did you do to the Marquis?”
The Valet took his time to respond as he flipped nonchalantly through the pages of a magazine. He was obviously keeping us in suspense. Alf couldn’t wait. He blurted, “Gud blindfolded and bound his hands behind his back while I f**ked him.”
“Did he realize it was the two of you and not Andy and me? How did he react?” I questioned.
Alf’s guardian replied, “I don’t think he knew it was us. The rooms were dark. He probably thinks it was you and Andy. I think he was surprised by the turn of events. He probably wanted to play the sadist with you, but he ended up the passive party instead. He was still tied up when we left his chambers.” Gud laughed as if the Marquis deserved to be bound after their sexual assignation.
A look of alarm came over Andy’s face. “You did what? You tied him up and left him there, with him thinking it was me?! You hellion! Leaving me to get the blame for your actions!” Andy exclaimed.
“Well, mate! You were the one who asked us to substitute for the two of you. You, mate, you should be thanking us instead of reprimanding me for leaving the sadomasochistic Mathieu in bondage. He probably loved the rough treatment,” Gudrun chortled.
Just then, Monsieur Dubois passed by the corridor. He heard the effervescence and enquired, “What’s the ebullience, boys?”
The Swede replied, “Oh, it’s something amusing Alf and I did last night. Andy is afraid that he may have to shoulder the blame.”
“You boys better not have played some prankish game with any of our guests. They are serious investors and are here for our Master’s investment projects. You guys better tread with caution and respect the visitors. Your métier is to make their stay welcoming and entertaining. You understand me?” My teacher said authoritatively.
Gud and Alf quieted down, nodded their heads and promised the professor that they would behave in an edified manner before disappearing down the hall.
As soon as the duo was out of sight, Alain inquired, “What was the real reason for the jubilant outburst?”
My Valet explained anxiously what had transpired at Mathieu’s chambers the previous evening. Dubois cried, “It’s too late to change this unfortunate outcome now. You’ll have to wait to see what the Marquis will do. Meanwhile, I’ll try and think of an elegant solution.”
He continued, “Also, Ikram wants to see the both of you as soon as possible.”
“Why does he want to see us?” My Valet asked.
“I have no idea. I presume he wants to discuss the Carousel with Young,” My teacher surmised.
An Unexpected Revelation
I could tell Ikram wasn’t in the best disposition as soon as we entered. His usual effervescence had turned south. In its place was a tetchy Arab, slobbering precipitously over a table of design drafts.
Andy inquired, “You asked to see us, sir?”
The Arab did not speak, he stood by the desk as if seething with displeasure. He finally grasped demandingly, “Where were the two of you last evening?”
“Sir, we were attending His Highness’ function. You were there; you saw us,” My guardian replied.
“Why didn’t you heed my summons to be in the library?” The interior designer demanded.
Andy and I looked at one another, amazed that we had finally discovered the true identity of the mystery admirer. I uttered, “I’m sorry, Sir! I did not know the gift and request were from you. There weren’t any indications of who it was or of an appointed time. When we met at the event, you gave us no indication of your summon.”
Ikram declared, “It is not I that beckoned you, but somebody close to me is interested in the two of you.”
I stared at Andy for a response. He enunciated, “May we know who this special person who desires to see us is?”
“Go to the library this evening, and the answer will be waiting for you. Take heed, and be there at the appointed time. This person will not take too kindly to you if you miss the summons again. You understand me?”
“Yes sir! We will be there. May we know the name of this illustrious person, so that we can be better prepared to attend to his or her needs?” My guardian was trying to gain some insight into our summoner’s identity.
“No!” The Arab stated abruptly. On that authoritative command, he dismissed Andy and me.
Back to Square One
Once again, we were at a loss. We had no idea who our mysterious admirer was. When we arrived back at the “Al-'iksīr” (Elixir) two glossy black boxes embossed in gold with the words L'hommes Provocateur sat waiting for us inside the entrance door. Within the larger container were the following:
• A black leather chest harness.
• A form-fitting pair of leather pants with the groin and derriere areas removed.
• A black leather half-mask with two holes for the eyes.
• A pair of black storm trooper boots that fitted Andy perfectly.
• A black leather horse whip.
• A pair of solid gold handcuffs.
These items were obviously meant for my Valet. In the smaller box was another set of artifacts that consisted of:
• A glossy black form-fitting rubberized pair of shorts with a Velcro front. On the trousers were two flaps that could be ripped away instantaneously, revealing the wearer’s crotch and backside.
• A black Hermes silk kerchief printed in gold with images of saddles, horseshoes and riding crops. The scarf could be folded into a blindfold.
• A pair of rubberized thigh-high boots made to fit my foot size.
• A black and a gold candle laid neatly next to a solid gold cigarette lighter. Beside these tidily wrapped articles was an oversized black dildo and a jar of lubricant.
• There was also a pair of solid gold nipple clamps.
• And a rubberized half-mask that fitted snugly around the upper part of my face.
These articles were obviously meant for me.
Besides the list of sadomasochistic paraphernalia were two black finely woven hooded thobes with long slits that ran down the front to below the navel. These monk-like coverings were meant to be worn over the leather and rubberized clothing.
My lover and I turned the boxes inside out before we finally found a fancy black envelope trimmed with gold edges. Enclosed was a white note card. Embossed in gold lettering were the words: “You are invited to a gathering of the “Canterbury Tales of Bawdy Rhymes.” You’ll be asked to recite this rhyme at the library:
“Jack be nimble,
Jack be quick,
Jack sizzles while the candles drip.”
See you at the bewitching hour.”
Once again, no signature was scripted below the invitation. My lover and I scratched our heads in bafflement, wondering who could have sent such an unconventional invitation with these indecorous gifts. The only person we could think of was Marquis Mathieu. After all, he was the only person who had toyed and flirted with me about sadomasochism.
“Does that mean Mathieu was pleased with his evening’s rendezvous with Gudrun and Alf?” I questioned Andy inquisitively.
“I presume so. Who would send such gifts besides the Marquis?” My lover continued with obfuscation.
“Does that mean he wants to see us this evening? He must desire an anomalous replay of his previous night’s experience,” I thought aloud.
Andy continued to scratch his head. “I give up! I hate this cat-and-mouse game. I don’t know what we should do.”
“Maybe we should consult Professor Dubois again?” I suggested.
Andy gave an anguished sigh, “I hate having to consult Alain at every turn. I am old enough to figure out these games without having to run to your teacher for advice. I want to be able to protect you on my own. You, my precious, are my beloved and my charge. I’ll make sure no harm comes to you, even if I have to protect you with my life.”
When I saw him in such a state, I felt a sudden surge of affection for my lover. “Three minds are better than two. Besides, Alain has more experience than either of us. He completed E.R.O.S. and the harem programs and is also my learned teacher; he should be able to advise us on how best to proceed. Don’t you agree?”
After much persuasion, my guardian finally capitulated before we trotted off to consult Alain, who proved as perplexed as we were. My teacher’s only advice: “There are no classes tomorrow on Holy Friday. I’m sure all will be revealed to you when you go to the library at the bewitching hour of 1 A.M. There’s nothing to lose! Go, experience the adventure.”
Hickory, Dickory, Dock,
The “mice” ran up the clock.
The clock struck one,
The “mice” ran down
Hickory, dickory, dock.
Dressed in the ludicrous garb beneath our black hooded thobes, Andy and I arrived at the large ornate library doors. Two unfamiliar-looking, burly Arabs stood guard on either side of the entrance. One of them opened the locked door to let us into a dimly candlelit room. A group of people in attire similar to ours were already scattered around the room. They seemed as flummoxed as we were. All of them were hooded and wearing leather half-masks that exposed only their eyes and the lower sections of their faces. I recognized them instantly. They were the four French aristocrats: Charles, Marie-Laure, Mathieu and Pierre. Next to the baron were Sébastien, Ludovic, Gudrun, and Adolf. At a corner of the expansive chamber, Didee, Elizabeth, Karina and Matumi were muttering amongst themselves in low voices. Last but not least, Alain stood next to the Marquis. Neither my Valet nor I had any idea that Dubois was part of this clandestine assembly. We were aghast at his presence, since he had given us no indication that he was an invitee to this unorthodox escapade.
As we stood ruminating, several fully masked overseers entered through a side entrance. One of them, the premier, sat alone some distance away from us, guided by two of Ikram’s handlers, Makut and Khatum. The other four principals came to join our entourage. They stood in the middle of our circle, which seemed to have opened up automatically.
Under their full or half masks, I recognized them as Abdallah, Fiddha, Ikram and Ebram, the third of the kaneeth’s handsome bodyguards. I couldn’t help but wonder who the mystery person sitting at the far corner was. He sat motionless, as if a silent spectator of a pugnacious game.
In perfect English, Ebram announced, “I’ll give each of you a sign to recite aloud the rhyme you’ve been assigned. Then, you are to step into the center of the circle to participate in a pleasurable game of sensual and sexual gratifications.”
My Valet and I looked at each other in astonishment; neither one of us or, for that matter, any of the visitors or foreign students, knew what would happen next.
The mysterious observer voiced decisively, “Let the games begin.”
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September 18, 2020
#BookRecommendations
Love grows by giving. The love we give away is the only love we keep. The only way to retain love is to give it away.
Elbert Hubbard
Le Bal des Abeilles
She fought against death and she never lost her faith, she was never alone, she had her family standing by her and her daughter…
Excerpt
Brooke was able to see the huge, green mountains, the sun and the peaceful sky. The smell of the coconut trees along with the scent of the suntan oil made her soul rest in paradise. She rolled her eyes and thanked God for saving her life and for giving her the best sister in the world.
“Aloha!” the taxi driver said.
“Aloha!” she whispered as she waved at the polite, middle-aged driver.
Brooke walked toward the reception of the hotel and seemed impatient to change her clothes; she wanted to get rid of the tight white jeans and her white t-shirt. Being in Hawaii meant nothing but fun, swimsuit, sun oil, sunglasses and intense desire to flirt with life.
***
The following hours, Brooke looked completely different and seemed to enjoy herself. Although her skin had turned red, she kept strolling on the white beach and feeling the hot, white sand on her feet, brushing her blonde hair away from her face, happy it was long again. She was as beautiful as she used to be in the past and wasn’t willing to waste her time as well.
The black swimsuit showed off her curves while the big, white hat and the silver bracelets on both her wrists and ankles made her look like a celebrity, maybe an actress who needed time to have some rest and leave everything behind.
When she closed her cell phone and thanked her sister yet again, she walked to the hotel, looking around her and thinking of her options and plans for her first night in the island of seduction. She was staying for five days in paradise and she didn’t want to miss anything.
The exotic beach-bar near the wooden sidewalk stole her attention and, immediately, Brooke smiled as she already knew what she would do afterwards. She decided to have some rest and come back at the beach later to taste the famous cocktails and maybe to meet the love of her life.
Read more,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Elbert Hubbard
Le Bal des Abeilles
She fought against death and she never lost her faith, she was never alone, she had her family standing by her and her daughter…
Excerpt
Brooke was able to see the huge, green mountains, the sun and the peaceful sky. The smell of the coconut trees along with the scent of the suntan oil made her soul rest in paradise. She rolled her eyes and thanked God for saving her life and for giving her the best sister in the world.
“Aloha!” the taxi driver said.
“Aloha!” she whispered as she waved at the polite, middle-aged driver.
Brooke walked toward the reception of the hotel and seemed impatient to change her clothes; she wanted to get rid of the tight white jeans and her white t-shirt. Being in Hawaii meant nothing but fun, swimsuit, sun oil, sunglasses and intense desire to flirt with life.
***
The following hours, Brooke looked completely different and seemed to enjoy herself. Although her skin had turned red, she kept strolling on the white beach and feeling the hot, white sand on her feet, brushing her blonde hair away from her face, happy it was long again. She was as beautiful as she used to be in the past and wasn’t willing to waste her time as well.
The black swimsuit showed off her curves while the big, white hat and the silver bracelets on both her wrists and ankles made her look like a celebrity, maybe an actress who needed time to have some rest and leave everything behind.
When she closed her cell phone and thanked her sister yet again, she walked to the hotel, looking around her and thinking of her options and plans for her first night in the island of seduction. She was staying for five days in paradise and she didn’t want to miss anything.
The exotic beach-bar near the wooden sidewalk stole her attention and, immediately, Brooke smiled as she already knew what she would do afterwards. She decided to have some rest and come back at the beach later to taste the famous cocktails and maybe to meet the love of her life.
Read more,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
September 11, 2020
Q&A with Raegyn Perry
One of the most exciting things in the Publishing industry is meeting interesting people who are talented authors and write intriguing stories.
After reading Lavender Fields by Raegyn Perry, I had a few questions about her story and the characters.
About Lavender Fields
Torrential rain spikes. A scream pierces the dark night.
Greye Fields has immersed herself in her literary work, with no desire to chase the inevitable sting of rejection she knows too well. She won’t allow herself the time or the desire to pursue love.
Until she meets him.
Connor Donovan is perfectly content with his bachelor status. Life is good, teaching middle school English, and being the favorite uncle. He wants for nothing.
Until he meets her.
Shattered glass. A wash of blood.
Is it a nightmare or a memory?
Can Connor and Greye overcome the obstacles to the love of all time, or is tragedy doomed to be repeated?
What if love found the right people in the wrong time?
About the author
Before my father passed away, he shared a story about his great grandmother being a plantation owner’s daughter, disinherited, and written off for running away with one of the family’s mulatto slaves, his great grandfather. It wasn’t until much later this story would be the inspiration for the basis of my debut novel, Lavender Fields. Like many people, the job I had experienced deep workforce cutbacks. I found myself out of a job. Having the time, going back to school, I spent the next two years writing and editing. I joined Pacific Northwest Writing Association, where I met my future publisher. One day, I finally hit ‘Send’ to submit. I later received an email response, with a ‘Yes’. It was about another 6 months of working with an assigned editor. It was disheartening at times; feeling the weight of truly not understanding the editing process. This was my baby! I did learn though!
On September 20th, 2015, my debut novel was released. After riding the newly published author wave, it was time to dive in with the second book of a planned trilogy. There was nerves and hesitation with the expectation I put on myself. What if they didn’t want the second book? They did.
Cypress Groves releases Friday, December 15th, in time for holiday shopping. It can be purchased at many popular online bookseller and retail outlets.
Q&A
1. Connor and Greye, wonderful characters and passionate lovers decided to stay together forever, is this possible in our days?
1. Yes, with WORK. Every fairy-tale has its dark cloud as does every real-life relationship. It’s about trust and open, honest communication. These are key for any happily ever after. It certainly was for Connor and Greye as they soon learned their conversations would not always be pretty. Both also had to be willing to see the ugly in themselves (and own it) if they were to stand any chance of making it work long term.
2. What’s your opinion about Lacey?
2. My opinion of Lacey? Oh, I love her! Lacey was a character I truly enjoyed writing. She was a survivor. Her circumstances were those that existed in a real albeit different era, but as time has shown us now unfortunately, not really a different world. Her story had a special place in my heart. My own ancestors lived her experience, but when a plantation owners daughter ran off with one of the slaves (that resulted in daughters in which one became my great grandmother) I had the spark for a special kind of romance story.
3.What’s wrong with being different?
3. There is nothing wrong with being different. As humans, we have common, basic similarities; how we are conceived, born, eat, sleep, age etc.
As individuals, we at some point come into our own selves that we show to the rest of the world; how we see things, what we believe in, how we understand and question things, how we feel towards others who are like or unlike us.
4. Racism VS Love, what do you think?
4. This is how I see it. Racism is learned. The who, what, when, where and why of hating based on race (or any other reason) is learned. Sadly, it runs deep with many, like generations upon generations. It’s a common language for those who speak it, and its actions are justified to the roots. Some of it may stem from witnessed events, stories passed down, conversations around the dinner table, misconceptions that turn into perceived truths. It could be misinformation or simply lack of being given any other way of thinking. I believe racism, like hate of any kind is born of fear.
5. What is Love?
5. Love on the other hand is what makes us feel peace at some profound display of beauty, whether its nature, a sunset, babies laughing, children playing, old people holding hands, puppies/kittens. Love is tearing up at a sappy movie or well written book, and the list goes on. Love is that pull at our very core that screams joy, and laughter and sometimes anger. Love is why our hearts can break at the end of a relationship or a parting of ways, or even death.
6. What’s the meaning of family?
6. Family. There are so many types of family. The one we’re born to, adopted or fostered into. There’s the family we create with people we love and who love and support us back. Whether it’s a home family, work/school, or found by
chance family, it’s about who we have in our lives that are there always in spirit if not in person. Family lifts you up, encourages and fosters positive self- awareness, creativity and growth.
There are family members who disown each other and there’s friendships that are closer than blood relationships. We can’t always choose who we are born to or raised by/with, especially if it’s not an ideal situation. We can at some point decide who our ‘true’ family is. They will be the ones embracing your differences and loving you without condition or agenda.
7. Tell me a few things about you and where can readers find you and your books?
7. About me: I played a doctor once in a Taco Time commercial! My pen name comes from a rearrangement of my given name and my late mother and father’s names. Lavender Fields was originally set to be a single, stand alone story. I also wrote a two-act stage play called Daisy Juice that’s been workshopped, but not yet produced. I always welcome reviews!
The first two books in the Eternal Journey Series- Lavender Fields and Cypress Groves can be found on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and any reputable bookseller, as well as through my publisher, Solstice Publishing. I am still plugging away at the third and final story, Rose Gardens.
Buy the book!
https://www.amazon.com/Lavender-Field...
After reading Lavender Fields by Raegyn Perry, I had a few questions about her story and the characters.
About Lavender Fields
Torrential rain spikes. A scream pierces the dark night.
Greye Fields has immersed herself in her literary work, with no desire to chase the inevitable sting of rejection she knows too well. She won’t allow herself the time or the desire to pursue love.
Until she meets him.
Connor Donovan is perfectly content with his bachelor status. Life is good, teaching middle school English, and being the favorite uncle. He wants for nothing.
Until he meets her.
Shattered glass. A wash of blood.
Is it a nightmare or a memory?
Can Connor and Greye overcome the obstacles to the love of all time, or is tragedy doomed to be repeated?
What if love found the right people in the wrong time?
About the author
Before my father passed away, he shared a story about his great grandmother being a plantation owner’s daughter, disinherited, and written off for running away with one of the family’s mulatto slaves, his great grandfather. It wasn’t until much later this story would be the inspiration for the basis of my debut novel, Lavender Fields. Like many people, the job I had experienced deep workforce cutbacks. I found myself out of a job. Having the time, going back to school, I spent the next two years writing and editing. I joined Pacific Northwest Writing Association, where I met my future publisher. One day, I finally hit ‘Send’ to submit. I later received an email response, with a ‘Yes’. It was about another 6 months of working with an assigned editor. It was disheartening at times; feeling the weight of truly not understanding the editing process. This was my baby! I did learn though!
On September 20th, 2015, my debut novel was released. After riding the newly published author wave, it was time to dive in with the second book of a planned trilogy. There was nerves and hesitation with the expectation I put on myself. What if they didn’t want the second book? They did.
Cypress Groves releases Friday, December 15th, in time for holiday shopping. It can be purchased at many popular online bookseller and retail outlets.
Q&A
1. Connor and Greye, wonderful characters and passionate lovers decided to stay together forever, is this possible in our days?
1. Yes, with WORK. Every fairy-tale has its dark cloud as does every real-life relationship. It’s about trust and open, honest communication. These are key for any happily ever after. It certainly was for Connor and Greye as they soon learned their conversations would not always be pretty. Both also had to be willing to see the ugly in themselves (and own it) if they were to stand any chance of making it work long term.
2. What’s your opinion about Lacey?
2. My opinion of Lacey? Oh, I love her! Lacey was a character I truly enjoyed writing. She was a survivor. Her circumstances were those that existed in a real albeit different era, but as time has shown us now unfortunately, not really a different world. Her story had a special place in my heart. My own ancestors lived her experience, but when a plantation owners daughter ran off with one of the slaves (that resulted in daughters in which one became my great grandmother) I had the spark for a special kind of romance story.
3.What’s wrong with being different?
3. There is nothing wrong with being different. As humans, we have common, basic similarities; how we are conceived, born, eat, sleep, age etc.
As individuals, we at some point come into our own selves that we show to the rest of the world; how we see things, what we believe in, how we understand and question things, how we feel towards others who are like or unlike us.
4. Racism VS Love, what do you think?
4. This is how I see it. Racism is learned. The who, what, when, where and why of hating based on race (or any other reason) is learned. Sadly, it runs deep with many, like generations upon generations. It’s a common language for those who speak it, and its actions are justified to the roots. Some of it may stem from witnessed events, stories passed down, conversations around the dinner table, misconceptions that turn into perceived truths. It could be misinformation or simply lack of being given any other way of thinking. I believe racism, like hate of any kind is born of fear.
5. What is Love?
5. Love on the other hand is what makes us feel peace at some profound display of beauty, whether its nature, a sunset, babies laughing, children playing, old people holding hands, puppies/kittens. Love is tearing up at a sappy movie or well written book, and the list goes on. Love is that pull at our very core that screams joy, and laughter and sometimes anger. Love is why our hearts can break at the end of a relationship or a parting of ways, or even death.
6. What’s the meaning of family?
6. Family. There are so many types of family. The one we’re born to, adopted or fostered into. There’s the family we create with people we love and who love and support us back. Whether it’s a home family, work/school, or found by
chance family, it’s about who we have in our lives that are there always in spirit if not in person. Family lifts you up, encourages and fosters positive self- awareness, creativity and growth.
There are family members who disown each other and there’s friendships that are closer than blood relationships. We can’t always choose who we are born to or raised by/with, especially if it’s not an ideal situation. We can at some point decide who our ‘true’ family is. They will be the ones embracing your differences and loving you without condition or agenda.
7. Tell me a few things about you and where can readers find you and your books?
7. About me: I played a doctor once in a Taco Time commercial! My pen name comes from a rearrangement of my given name and my late mother and father’s names. Lavender Fields was originally set to be a single, stand alone story. I also wrote a two-act stage play called Daisy Juice that’s been workshopped, but not yet produced. I always welcome reviews!
The first two books in the Eternal Journey Series- Lavender Fields and Cypress Groves can be found on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and any reputable bookseller, as well as through my publisher, Solstice Publishing. I am still plugging away at the third and final story, Rose Gardens.
Buy the book!
https://www.amazon.com/Lavender-Field...
September 4, 2020
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“Ideally a book would have no order to it, and the reader would have to discover his own.”
Mark Twain
Rebirth
I walked down the street while I kept thinking of our future. As much as we had tried, we could do nothing to change things and retain our hopes. In a few months, we had managed to lose everything we had struggled to achieve.
I never liked being a loser but I also knew the sooner I would accept the freaking situation, the faster I would get out of this chaotic position.
I needed to get past the nasty facts and get everything out of my mind immediately, so I stopped near the huge rocks on the edge of the hill to catch my breath because I felt like drowning in the ocean of depression.
I stared toward the countless, beautiful lights as the puny air, along with the heat, made my spirit eager to fly above the city of angels, pushing me to dare making a new beginning. Although the dark had wrapped up my whole world, the shining stars looked incredible, spreading their glow to despaired souls like mine.
“I love this place,” I murmured. The view was really amazing.
I looked behind me and the presence of the large, coconut trees across my sight stole my attention and made me think of the past. I could still remember the first days at Green Hill in California…
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Rebirth by A.A Schenna
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“Ideally a book would have no order to it, and the reader would have to discover his own.”
Mark Twain
Rebirth
I walked down the street while I kept thinking of our future. As much as we had tried, we could do nothing to change things and retain our hopes. In a few months, we had managed to lose everything we had struggled to achieve.
I never liked being a loser but I also knew the sooner I would accept the freaking situation, the faster I would get out of this chaotic position.
I needed to get past the nasty facts and get everything out of my mind immediately, so I stopped near the huge rocks on the edge of the hill to catch my breath because I felt like drowning in the ocean of depression.
I stared toward the countless, beautiful lights as the puny air, along with the heat, made my spirit eager to fly above the city of angels, pushing me to dare making a new beginning. Although the dark had wrapped up my whole world, the shining stars looked incredible, spreading their glow to despaired souls like mine.
“I love this place,” I murmured. The view was really amazing.
I looked behind me and the presence of the large, coconut trees across my sight stole my attention and made me think of the past. I could still remember the first days at Green Hill in California…
Get it Now!
Rebirth by A.A Schenna
https://www.aaschenna.com/newsletter
August 28, 2020
Inspirational Books
I hope you are having a lovely week and enjoying the final days of summer. Taking the time to read improves your ability to focus so don’t waste your time.
We shouldn't teach great books; we should teach a love of reading.
B. F. Skinner
Live To Tell
Wars, immigration, financial crisis, unemployment and hate had taken over leaving our world exposed in the chaos of uncertainty. But, no matter what, people who wanted to resist would never give up without fighting.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Le Bal des Abeilles
She fought against death and she never lost her faith, she was never alone, she had her family standing by her and her daughter.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Limitless Love Collection
Three stories of romance for lovers of all ages.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
A Woman’s Heart
A man agonizes over his past mistakes while the woman he’s always loved passes from this life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Confessions in the Air
Whenever you might feel angry, you should just count till ten because everything that would come out from your mouth it would never be erased and you would always feel guilty.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
A Home for Christmas and Forever
“I think we both need something to eat and maybe something to drink. It’s too cold in here; a cup of hot chocolate would be perfect right now. I am afraid it’s going to be a snowy night and we have to stay strong, so what do you say?”
Josh knew that miracles did happen every day; he just couldn’t believe that now it was his turn to experience the joy of life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
Enjoy the last days of summer!
We shouldn't teach great books; we should teach a love of reading.
B. F. Skinner
Live To Tell
Wars, immigration, financial crisis, unemployment and hate had taken over leaving our world exposed in the chaos of uncertainty. But, no matter what, people who wanted to resist would never give up without fighting.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Le Bal des Abeilles
She fought against death and she never lost her faith, she was never alone, she had her family standing by her and her daughter.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Limitless Love Collection
Three stories of romance for lovers of all ages.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
A Woman’s Heart
A man agonizes over his past mistakes while the woman he’s always loved passes from this life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Confessions in the Air
Whenever you might feel angry, you should just count till ten because everything that would come out from your mouth it would never be erased and you would always feel guilty.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
A Home for Christmas and Forever
“I think we both need something to eat and maybe something to drink. It’s too cold in here; a cup of hot chocolate would be perfect right now. I am afraid it’s going to be a snowy night and we have to stay strong, so what do you say?”
Josh knew that miracles did happen every day; he just couldn’t believe that now it was his turn to experience the joy of life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
Enjoy the last days of summer!
August 21, 2020
#ThoughtsInTheAir
“Focus on you, satisfy your needs and leave all the nasty thoughts out of your life.”
Introducing my personal blog #ThoughtsInTheAir!
I always wanted to write about life, love, success, relationships and everything that takes place in our lives.
I hope you’ll find my posts interesting and I look forward to reading your comments!
Respect, appreciate and always share the love!
Many thanks to my awesome team @ Solstice Publishing!
Q&A with great authors will be back in a few weeks!
Visit my blog!
https://thoughtsintheairaaschenna.blo...
Introducing my personal blog #ThoughtsInTheAir!
I always wanted to write about life, love, success, relationships and everything that takes place in our lives.
I hope you’ll find my posts interesting and I look forward to reading your comments!
Respect, appreciate and always share the love!
Many thanks to my awesome team @ Solstice Publishing!
Q&A with great authors will be back in a few weeks!
Visit my blog!
https://thoughtsintheairaaschenna.blo...
August 14, 2020
#SummerReads
“Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.”
Mason Cooley
This year things are complicated for all of us, hope all is well for you and yours and don’t forget to read books!
Book Recommendations for Summer 2020
Romance
Can't Let Go
When Ralph met Sonya, he fell instantly in love. He did not know that she had a past, and that one day, that past would rise to haunt them both and try to tear their family apart forever.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
A Woman's Heart
A man agonizes over his past mistakes while the woman he’s always loved passes from this life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
What She Needs
Pamela loved having the young man in her life and she would do anything to make it last forever. She had never lived something as crazy and wild as this before, and she would sacrifice everything to keep the feelings she had lost alive.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
On the Sixth Floor
Jenna never thought she would run into true love. Will John be the exception to her rule?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Mystery-Action/Adventure
ZeuS
His nightmare had just started. It was the story of a young man’s survival. After his battle against death and fate, nothing would be the same again. It was the first time he had been so nervous and could do nothing to overcome his fears. Although the sound of his voice was strong, the cold and extremely high waves of the angry ocean didn’t allow his words to travel far enough away to reach his best and precious friends.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Trapped in Timelessness: Fallen Angels
The carefree stroll in the woods managed to trap them in timelessness. The four students along with their teachers would have to deal with an absurd fate. The red scorpions, the large eagles, the nasty bats, and the bloody creatures were determined to haunt them forever. The moment they came across the craziest adventure of their lives, they would have to struggle to survive.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Fear the Darkness
Amelia was struggling to remain calm, although she was sure there was something terrible going on. Soon, she would come face-to-face with the worst living nightmare.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Have fun!
Mason Cooley
This year things are complicated for all of us, hope all is well for you and yours and don’t forget to read books!
Book Recommendations for Summer 2020
Romance
Can't Let Go
When Ralph met Sonya, he fell instantly in love. He did not know that she had a past, and that one day, that past would rise to haunt them both and try to tear their family apart forever.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
A Woman's Heart
A man agonizes over his past mistakes while the woman he’s always loved passes from this life.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
What She Needs
Pamela loved having the young man in her life and she would do anything to make it last forever. She had never lived something as crazy and wild as this before, and she would sacrifice everything to keep the feelings she had lost alive.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
On the Sixth Floor
Jenna never thought she would run into true love. Will John be the exception to her rule?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Mystery-Action/Adventure
ZeuS
His nightmare had just started. It was the story of a young man’s survival. After his battle against death and fate, nothing would be the same again. It was the first time he had been so nervous and could do nothing to overcome his fears. Although the sound of his voice was strong, the cold and extremely high waves of the angry ocean didn’t allow his words to travel far enough away to reach his best and precious friends.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Trapped in Timelessness: Fallen Angels
The carefree stroll in the woods managed to trap them in timelessness. The four students along with their teachers would have to deal with an absurd fate. The red scorpions, the large eagles, the nasty bats, and the bloody creatures were determined to haunt them forever. The moment they came across the craziest adventure of their lives, they would have to struggle to survive.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Fear the Darkness
Amelia was struggling to remain calm, although she was sure there was something terrible going on. Soon, she would come face-to-face with the worst living nightmare.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Have fun!
August 7, 2020
Re-Release of Can’t Let Go
Move away from the past and make new memories. Focus on the present and think about the people around you. Be kind to yourself, leave everything behind and celebrate the small victories you have.
About Can’t Let Go
When Ralph met Sonya, he fell instantly in love. He did not know that she had a past, and that one day, that past would rise to haunt them both and try to tear their family apart forever.
Excerpt
They discussed future plans, they talked about their dreams and, a few hours later, Ralph believed that he had learned everything about Sonya. He now knew that she was not just a beautiful woman since Sonya was the most interesting person he had ever met. She was aware of books, politics and even sports. She loved baseball and all kinds of music too.
It was only the second day they had spent together and he was pretty sure that Sonya was the one, the special one. Ralph was absolutely certain that Sonya was the girl he was waiting for.
“Do you have any plans for tonight?” He sounded confident when he shouldn’t.
Sonya’s blue eyes locked on his and, before long, Ralph felt breathless and weak. He couldn’t speak, he couldn’t breathe and he couldn’t even swallow. Her gaze made him freeze; she could affect his body language and play with his patience.
I screwed up everything, Ralph thought as he was sure that he had destroyed his future by rushing to get her and, now, he waited patiently like a beggar for an answer while, at the same time, she did nothing other than staring at his pale face.
The following minutes Ralph felt like a criminal who had done something awful and Sonya’s stance reminded him of the movies he liked seeing where criminals used to stand in front of a judge without saying anything while an unknown person would define the rest of their lives.
Ralph assumed that he had scared her. I shouldn’t have asked her going out with me yet. She doesn’t even know me, he kept thinking and wished he would turn back time and take back his proposal and everything else he had said.
“You seem a nice guy and you are handsome. I like your messy black hair and your green eyes, but…” Sonya bit her lips and gazed at him in silence while he was thrilled--at least she liked him.
“We will do whatever you want,” Ralph smiled and crossed his heart, making her smile and think seriously about his idea.
Sonya looked into his eyes again and, a few seconds later, she laughed and nodded at him since she knew she could trust him.
On the other hand, Ralph realized that he had to calm her; he had to be funny to reassure her that he would never hurt her feelings and he also wanted to make her sure that he was a nice guy and that she was in no danger.
“I don’t even know you,” Sonya whispered, but she couldn’t say no as well.
“I will not hurt you. I just want to be with you,” Ralph chose to be honest and, as time passed by, he found out that he had made the right move. Now, Sonya had no reason to refuse.
“Okay.”
When he heard the magic word coming out from her well-shaped lips through her sweet voice, Ralph became the happiest man on earth.
They were both based in New York City and knew no one else there. A few days ago they were two strangers, but ready to discover the center of the world as well. Furthermore, they looked forward to discovering themselves as they were thirsty to run into love. They were impatient to coming across new experiences. They were both curious about sex and they couldn’t stop wondering about the advantages and the disadvantages of being in a relationship. They wanted to find out everything.
“You made the right choice,” Ralph said with a little laugh.
“I’m sure I can trust you.”
That moment he believed she had already become his girlfriend; he thought they would share the rest of their lives together.
“I’m here to protect you, my queen,” he said and he really meant every word he confessed.
Then again, Sonya turned red while he held tight to her hands.
Their crazy adventure, their strange story had just started…
Get the book!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
About Can’t Let Go
When Ralph met Sonya, he fell instantly in love. He did not know that she had a past, and that one day, that past would rise to haunt them both and try to tear their family apart forever.
Excerpt
They discussed future plans, they talked about their dreams and, a few hours later, Ralph believed that he had learned everything about Sonya. He now knew that she was not just a beautiful woman since Sonya was the most interesting person he had ever met. She was aware of books, politics and even sports. She loved baseball and all kinds of music too.
It was only the second day they had spent together and he was pretty sure that Sonya was the one, the special one. Ralph was absolutely certain that Sonya was the girl he was waiting for.
“Do you have any plans for tonight?” He sounded confident when he shouldn’t.
Sonya’s blue eyes locked on his and, before long, Ralph felt breathless and weak. He couldn’t speak, he couldn’t breathe and he couldn’t even swallow. Her gaze made him freeze; she could affect his body language and play with his patience.
I screwed up everything, Ralph thought as he was sure that he had destroyed his future by rushing to get her and, now, he waited patiently like a beggar for an answer while, at the same time, she did nothing other than staring at his pale face.
The following minutes Ralph felt like a criminal who had done something awful and Sonya’s stance reminded him of the movies he liked seeing where criminals used to stand in front of a judge without saying anything while an unknown person would define the rest of their lives.
Ralph assumed that he had scared her. I shouldn’t have asked her going out with me yet. She doesn’t even know me, he kept thinking and wished he would turn back time and take back his proposal and everything else he had said.
“You seem a nice guy and you are handsome. I like your messy black hair and your green eyes, but…” Sonya bit her lips and gazed at him in silence while he was thrilled--at least she liked him.
“We will do whatever you want,” Ralph smiled and crossed his heart, making her smile and think seriously about his idea.
Sonya looked into his eyes again and, a few seconds later, she laughed and nodded at him since she knew she could trust him.
On the other hand, Ralph realized that he had to calm her; he had to be funny to reassure her that he would never hurt her feelings and he also wanted to make her sure that he was a nice guy and that she was in no danger.
“I don’t even know you,” Sonya whispered, but she couldn’t say no as well.
“I will not hurt you. I just want to be with you,” Ralph chose to be honest and, as time passed by, he found out that he had made the right move. Now, Sonya had no reason to refuse.
“Okay.”
When he heard the magic word coming out from her well-shaped lips through her sweet voice, Ralph became the happiest man on earth.
They were both based in New York City and knew no one else there. A few days ago they were two strangers, but ready to discover the center of the world as well. Furthermore, they looked forward to discovering themselves as they were thirsty to run into love. They were impatient to coming across new experiences. They were both curious about sex and they couldn’t stop wondering about the advantages and the disadvantages of being in a relationship. They wanted to find out everything.
“You made the right choice,” Ralph said with a little laugh.
“I’m sure I can trust you.”
That moment he believed she had already become his girlfriend; he thought they would share the rest of their lives together.
“I’m here to protect you, my queen,” he said and he really meant every word he confessed.
Then again, Sonya turned red while he held tight to her hands.
Their crazy adventure, their strange story had just started…
Get the book!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
