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June 27, 2013
New Look at the Arthurian Legend
"Readers Will Never Look at King Arthur the Same Way”
RIVERDALE, NY – (June 27, 2013) – The Arthurian legend has never had a more sexually charged interpretation as it has in Mordred and the King, a new book by John Michael Curlovich published today by the Magnus LGBT imprint of Riverdale Avenue Books.
“I’ve loved the stories about King Arthur and his court since I was a kid,” says Curlovich. “But it always bothered me that Mordred, one of the villains, is nearly always ‘coded’ as gay – if only by casting actors like Roddy McDowall and Alan Mowbray in the role. Re-imagining him as a sympathetic gay hero struck me as a fascinating challenge. As I wrote, it became clear to me that there was a wonderful story to be told. Writing an epic fantasy with a gay theme was a challenge I took on eagerly, with genuine relish.”
Rich in historical detail and grand in its chronicle of the worlds of Arthur, including those of his romantic and sexual desires, Mordred and the King is a sweeping journey through a retelling of the ancient legend.
Curlovich takes readers back to the sixth century as the classical world is dying and being rapidly replaced by the Christian world. Prince Mordred is the son of Morgan le Fay, the witch-queen who rules Wales. Morgan and her entourage have long plotted to regain control of England, the Christian country ruled by her brother, King Arthur. They want to destroy everything Arthur has built. Arthur and his party lose their way on a hunting trip and end up in Morgan’s realm. While visiting his sister’s castle, Arthur is glimpsed by young Mordred, who falls instantly, hopelessly in love with him. In no time Mordred begins to plan to escape from his mother and to join Arthur in England.
“Mordred and the King is a smart, sexy, fast-paced read that’s also beautifully written and well-researched. John’s gift in this novel is taking the legend and all the rich historical detail that we’re familiar with and turning it all onto its head. Readers will never look at King Arthur the same way,” says Don Weise, editorial director of Magnus Books.
Writer John Michael Curlovich is based in Pittsburgh. He has had more than twenty novels published, as well as numerous short stories. For ten years he served as the Arts & Entertainment Editor for the award–winning regional monthly, Planet Q.
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RIVERDALE, NY – (June 27, 2013) – The Arthurian legend has never had a more sexually charged interpretation as it has in Mordred and the King, a new book by John Michael Curlovich published today by the Magnus LGBT imprint of Riverdale Avenue Books.
“I’ve loved the stories about King Arthur and his court since I was a kid,” says Curlovich. “But it always bothered me that Mordred, one of the villains, is nearly always ‘coded’ as gay – if only by casting actors like Roddy McDowall and Alan Mowbray in the role. Re-imagining him as a sympathetic gay hero struck me as a fascinating challenge. As I wrote, it became clear to me that there was a wonderful story to be told. Writing an epic fantasy with a gay theme was a challenge I took on eagerly, with genuine relish.”
Rich in historical detail and grand in its chronicle of the worlds of Arthur, including those of his romantic and sexual desires, Mordred and the King is a sweeping journey through a retelling of the ancient legend.
Curlovich takes readers back to the sixth century as the classical world is dying and being rapidly replaced by the Christian world. Prince Mordred is the son of Morgan le Fay, the witch-queen who rules Wales. Morgan and her entourage have long plotted to regain control of England, the Christian country ruled by her brother, King Arthur. They want to destroy everything Arthur has built. Arthur and his party lose their way on a hunting trip and end up in Morgan’s realm. While visiting his sister’s castle, Arthur is glimpsed by young Mordred, who falls instantly, hopelessly in love with him. In no time Mordred begins to plan to escape from his mother and to join Arthur in England.
“Mordred and the King is a smart, sexy, fast-paced read that’s also beautifully written and well-researched. John’s gift in this novel is taking the legend and all the rich historical detail that we’re familiar with and turning it all onto its head. Readers will never look at King Arthur the same way,” says Don Weise, editorial director of Magnus Books.
Writer John Michael Curlovich is based in Pittsburgh. He has had more than twenty novels published, as well as numerous short stories. For ten years he served as the Arts & Entertainment Editor for the award–winning regional monthly, Planet Q.
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June 20, 2013
Memoirs of a Gigolo Comes to RAB
Riverdale Avenue Books (RAB), the country’s fastest growing e-book publisher, will begin posting the best-selling Memoirs of a Gigolo series by Livia Ellis, starting with Volume Seven at www.riverdaleavebooks.com tomorrow, June 20th.
In Volume Seven we find the lusty British aristocrat Oliver Adair turned male escort having sexual adventures which lead to not one, but two brawls, which change his life and catapult him onto the gossip pages of the British tabloids.
RAB will publish individual volumes of this classic erotica series every month at $2.99, followed by collected omnibus editions of three volumes each, as well as seasonal short stories.
“The Memoirs of a Gigolo series by Livia Ellis is one of the hottest, raciest reads out there and a bona fide erotica classic,” said RAB publisher Lori Perkins. “Whether you’re highbrow or lowbrow, Oliver Adair’s sexual adventures will keep you up all night and wanting more. Thankfully, Livia has given us 12 volumes, with many short stories in between.”
Oliver Adair is beautiful on the outside but damaged on the inside. One bad decision after another leaves him broke and out of options. When propositioned to sell his body, he enters into a parallel world of sex for hire, embarking on a journey that will force him to confront his demons, answer for the sins of the past and become a man.
“I’m thrilled to be working with Lori Perkins and RAB,” said Ms. Ellis. “Publishing is in flux so teaming up with a publisher at the nexus of this rapidly changing industry is just the push I need to take the next step in my writing career.”
In Volume Seven we find the lusty British aristocrat Oliver Adair turned male escort having sexual adventures which lead to not one, but two brawls, which change his life and catapult him onto the gossip pages of the British tabloids.
RAB will publish individual volumes of this classic erotica series every month at $2.99, followed by collected omnibus editions of three volumes each, as well as seasonal short stories.
“The Memoirs of a Gigolo series by Livia Ellis is one of the hottest, raciest reads out there and a bona fide erotica classic,” said RAB publisher Lori Perkins. “Whether you’re highbrow or lowbrow, Oliver Adair’s sexual adventures will keep you up all night and wanting more. Thankfully, Livia has given us 12 volumes, with many short stories in between.”
Oliver Adair is beautiful on the outside but damaged on the inside. One bad decision after another leaves him broke and out of options. When propositioned to sell his body, he enters into a parallel world of sex for hire, embarking on a journey that will force him to confront his demons, answer for the sins of the past and become a man.
“I’m thrilled to be working with Lori Perkins and RAB,” said Ms. Ellis. “Publishing is in flux so teaming up with a publisher at the nexus of this rapidly changing industry is just the push I need to take the next step in my writing career.”
June 13, 2013
Amazing Deals for a True Blood Party
First-Ever Ebook with a Private Sale, "Throw a True Blood Party: An Unofficial Guide to Partying with Your Favorite Vamps,"Published by Riverdale Ave. Books
Manic Panic, The Popcorn Factory, Candy.com and Windy City Novelties Are Among Brands to Offer Exclusive Deals
New York, NY – June 16, 2013 – The first-ever ebook to feature a private sale to a targeted audience launches today. More than 60 companies have flash-sale offers in "Throw a True Blood Party: An Unofficial Guide to Partying with Your Favorite Vamps", including ThePopcornFactory.com, ManicPanic.com, WindyCityNovelties.com, and Candy.com. Published by Riverdale Avenue Books, “Throw a True Blood Party” celebrates vamps, tramps, and all things deadly.
“This is the first private sale in a book,” said author and co-producer Paula Conway. “Companies that want to reach a particular demographic have a unique medium with a limited-time sale. The products featured were curated to give the purchaser access to great deals and a first-look at products that are rare and different. This is a party book on steroids; it celebrates all things vampire while offering a sale on some cool items too.”
The targeted merchandise in "Throw a True Blood Party" is broad in scope, ranging from makeup and clothing, to furniture and food. There's a chandelier maker who has created a custom-made black crystal chandelier for readers, and jewelry designer Marianna Harutunian, who has provided baubles for characters in the HBO Series, offers an exclusive discount in the book; fans can buy the exact jewelry the character Pam has worn and pay less.
The author of "Throw a True Blood Party" is Paula Conway who wrote the best-selling book "The Beauty BUYble" (Harper Collins, 2007),”The Everything Calorie Counting Cookbook” (Adams Media, 2007), and the upcoming "Turning Heads: Oscar Blandi's Celebrity Styles". "Throw a True Blood Party" is the first in a series of ebooks that will be written and curated by author Paula Conway to feature private sales for member readers.
All deals, discounts and offers require a unique code, varied and set by the merchandiser, which can only be obtained by purchasing the book. Many also have embedded links, only accessible through the book.
The act-quick-or-it's-gone discounts are peppered among vampire and True Blood themed party ideas, including how to create a faerie environment or wolf pack den to entertain your guests in; do your hair and makeup just like Pam, Sookie, or Lafayette; to original recipes and drinks (like the Bloody Billith or Eric’s Bare Bottom). Sending your guests home with swag? Try the coffin clutch with blood drops. Want to avoid a fang-over? Vampires must leave with a can of Mercy. Need a chocolate fix? Vamps take home the chocolate faerie; werewolves get the chocolate bone; and faeries snag the chocolate sun from Lucas Candies.
Throw a True Blood Party: An Unofficial Guide to Partying with Your Favorite Vamps
Manic Panic, The Popcorn Factory, Candy.com and Windy City Novelties Are Among Brands to Offer Exclusive Deals
New York, NY – June 16, 2013 – The first-ever ebook to feature a private sale to a targeted audience launches today. More than 60 companies have flash-sale offers in "Throw a True Blood Party: An Unofficial Guide to Partying with Your Favorite Vamps", including ThePopcornFactory.com, ManicPanic.com, WindyCityNovelties.com, and Candy.com. Published by Riverdale Avenue Books, “Throw a True Blood Party” celebrates vamps, tramps, and all things deadly.
“This is the first private sale in a book,” said author and co-producer Paula Conway. “Companies that want to reach a particular demographic have a unique medium with a limited-time sale. The products featured were curated to give the purchaser access to great deals and a first-look at products that are rare and different. This is a party book on steroids; it celebrates all things vampire while offering a sale on some cool items too.”
The targeted merchandise in "Throw a True Blood Party" is broad in scope, ranging from makeup and clothing, to furniture and food. There's a chandelier maker who has created a custom-made black crystal chandelier for readers, and jewelry designer Marianna Harutunian, who has provided baubles for characters in the HBO Series, offers an exclusive discount in the book; fans can buy the exact jewelry the character Pam has worn and pay less.
The author of "Throw a True Blood Party" is Paula Conway who wrote the best-selling book "The Beauty BUYble" (Harper Collins, 2007),”The Everything Calorie Counting Cookbook” (Adams Media, 2007), and the upcoming "Turning Heads: Oscar Blandi's Celebrity Styles". "Throw a True Blood Party" is the first in a series of ebooks that will be written and curated by author Paula Conway to feature private sales for member readers.
All deals, discounts and offers require a unique code, varied and set by the merchandiser, which can only be obtained by purchasing the book. Many also have embedded links, only accessible through the book.
The act-quick-or-it's-gone discounts are peppered among vampire and True Blood themed party ideas, including how to create a faerie environment or wolf pack den to entertain your guests in; do your hair and makeup just like Pam, Sookie, or Lafayette; to original recipes and drinks (like the Bloody Billith or Eric’s Bare Bottom). Sending your guests home with swag? Try the coffin clutch with blood drops. Want to avoid a fang-over? Vampires must leave with a can of Mercy. Need a chocolate fix? Vamps take home the chocolate faerie; werewolves get the chocolate bone; and faeries snag the chocolate sun from Lucas Candies.
Throw a True Blood Party: An Unofficial Guide to Partying with Your Favorite Vamps
May 21, 2013
Solara Gordon's Fairy Tale Menage Wins Publishing Contract in RT Writer's Idol Contest
‘I THINK WE’VE FOUND A STAR!’ SAYS RIVERDALE AVENUE BOOKS PUBLISHER LORI PERKINS ABOUT THE WINNER OF WRITERS’ IDOL COMPETITION
‘Three Princes for Sienna’ by Solara Gordon Captures Erotic Romance Publishing Contract
RIVERDALE, NY - (May 13, 2013)— Riverdale Avenue Books, the nation’s fastest-growing e-book publisher, has offered an erotic romance publishing contract to Solara Gordon, who captured the Writers’ Idol competition held recently at the annual Romantic Times Convention in Kansas City, Mo.
Ms Gordon won for her submission ‘Three Princes for Sienna.’ Riverdale Avenue Books will publish it next spring, just before the next Writers Idol competition to be held in New Orleans.
“I stepped out of my comfort zone and found out wonderful things can and do happen! I’m still in awe and pinching myself over this. Thank you!” said the author when notified she had won the Romantic Times award.
More than 4,000 romance writers and readers gathered for the convention at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. Hundreds of manuscripts were reviewed by a panel of industry judges made up of leading editors and literary agents.
“This book is so perfect for Riverdale Avenue Books that I thought I had imagined it. Fairy tale and multiple partners – who could ask for more? I am hoping to be working with this author for years to come. I think we’ve found a star!” said publisher Lori Perkins
The over –all winner of the writing contest was the YA paranormal ‘What the Fey’ by R.A. Gates (aka Ruth Gates). She received mentorship and representation from New York literary agents Nicole Riscinneti of the Seymour Agency and Super-agent Louise Fury.
‘Three Princes for Sienna’ by Solara Gordon Captures Erotic Romance Publishing Contract
RIVERDALE, NY - (May 13, 2013)— Riverdale Avenue Books, the nation’s fastest-growing e-book publisher, has offered an erotic romance publishing contract to Solara Gordon, who captured the Writers’ Idol competition held recently at the annual Romantic Times Convention in Kansas City, Mo.
Ms Gordon won for her submission ‘Three Princes for Sienna.’ Riverdale Avenue Books will publish it next spring, just before the next Writers Idol competition to be held in New Orleans.
“I stepped out of my comfort zone and found out wonderful things can and do happen! I’m still in awe and pinching myself over this. Thank you!” said the author when notified she had won the Romantic Times award.
More than 4,000 romance writers and readers gathered for the convention at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. Hundreds of manuscripts were reviewed by a panel of industry judges made up of leading editors and literary agents.
“This book is so perfect for Riverdale Avenue Books that I thought I had imagined it. Fairy tale and multiple partners – who could ask for more? I am hoping to be working with this author for years to come. I think we’ve found a star!” said publisher Lori Perkins
The over –all winner of the writing contest was the YA paranormal ‘What the Fey’ by R.A. Gates (aka Ruth Gates). She received mentorship and representation from New York literary agents Nicole Riscinneti of the Seymour Agency and Super-agent Louise Fury.
May 9, 2013
Justin Bieber Comes of Age - Publishing Legally Bieber
When Marc Shapiro pitched the concept of Legally Bieber to me, I was intrigued. I have seen lots of boy wonders burn bright and disappear or ignite, and I was curious to see which way Bieber would go (Michael Jackson, David Cassidy, Kirk Cameron, Ricky Martin, to name a few - and show my age).
This month-by-month chronicle of Bieber's first year as an adult is fascinating, and a little scarey.
Justin Drew Bieber has come a long way since his birth on March 1, 1994 in London, Ontario to an unmarried 17-year-old Pattie Mallette. The milestone of this musical phenomenon’s 18th year and becoming an adult is captured in Shapiro’s new book.
“I wrote Legally Bieber…Justin Bieber At 18 because I was looking for answers,” said Shaprio. “How does a teenage pop sensation worth untold millions and is the fantasy in human form of millions of pre-teen girls fare in the adult world?
“Does he join the long line of teen idols who have burned out by the time they turn 18? Does he survive into adulthood with his integrity and talent intact? Or does he fall victim to untold excesses and flawed advice from people in his corner who refuse to say no?
“The best way to find answers seemed to be to follow Justin, month by month through his first year as a legal adult, to be at his back as he either rises to the top or stumbles and falls. Justin Bieber is 18 and the safety net of childhood is officially gone. The future is up to him. We all wanted answers. Here are the answers.”
Because so much is at stake, the world is watching to see what path Justin (named the third-most powerful celebrity in the world by Forbes magazine) chooses to follow and whether or not his managers can still manage him.
Publisher Lori Perkins said, “We were captivated by this look at every moment of Justin growing up before our eyes. This book that chronicles this pop sensation’s coming of age and is a classic of its kind.”
This month-by-month chronicle of Bieber's first year as an adult is fascinating, and a little scarey.
Justin Drew Bieber has come a long way since his birth on March 1, 1994 in London, Ontario to an unmarried 17-year-old Pattie Mallette. The milestone of this musical phenomenon’s 18th year and becoming an adult is captured in Shapiro’s new book.
“I wrote Legally Bieber…Justin Bieber At 18 because I was looking for answers,” said Shaprio. “How does a teenage pop sensation worth untold millions and is the fantasy in human form of millions of pre-teen girls fare in the adult world?
“Does he join the long line of teen idols who have burned out by the time they turn 18? Does he survive into adulthood with his integrity and talent intact? Or does he fall victim to untold excesses and flawed advice from people in his corner who refuse to say no?
“The best way to find answers seemed to be to follow Justin, month by month through his first year as a legal adult, to be at his back as he either rises to the top or stumbles and falls. Justin Bieber is 18 and the safety net of childhood is officially gone. The future is up to him. We all wanted answers. Here are the answers.”
Because so much is at stake, the world is watching to see what path Justin (named the third-most powerful celebrity in the world by Forbes magazine) chooses to follow and whether or not his managers can still manage him.
Publisher Lori Perkins said, “We were captivated by this look at every moment of Justin growing up before our eyes. This book that chronicles this pop sensation’s coming of age and is a classic of its kind.”
April 3, 2013
M/M author Ryan Field Writes Fangsters: Clan of the Jersey Boys for RAB
We are so thrilled to be publishing best-selling M/M author Ryan Field in his new series Fangsters: Clan of the Jersey Boys, at Riverdale Avenue Books and will also be available at Amazon and other retail sites.
RAB/Magnus editor in chief Don Weise says of Fangsters, “Ryan brilliantly and erotically weaves together the feel of Twilight and The Sopranos as the underworld of the living dead meets organized crime. It’s tender, explicit, explosive and at the same time romantic. Ryan has created a world all his own.”
n Field’s novel, protagonist Anton Pagano looks and sounds just like any other twenty-something. He lives in northern New Jersey with his mom and dad, and he's never had to worry about anything other than his wardrobe, his latest new car, and the secret love affair he's been having for years. However, Anton has more than just the love affair to hide: he belongs to a Sicilian vampire mobster clan that migrated to New Jersey in the late 1800s.
When Anton's dad, the head of their clan, decides it's time for Anton and his vampire cousin Digger to get into the “family business,” Anton is not enthusiastic, at least until he meets a sweet young human named Leo on his first night at work. They wind up spending the rest of the night together, but things get even more complicated when they bring Anton's secret vampire lover into the picture.
After a bloody battle with werewolves, and the beginning of all-out war between two vampire mob clans the characters wind up on the precipice of their last resort.
Ryan Field is the author of over 100 published works of LGBT fiction, including the bestselling Virgin Billionaire.
Says RAB publisher Lori Perkins, “I’ve known and worked with Ryan for years and have always admired the eroticism and emotional depth of his storytelling. Fangsters is rich in both, and I’m thrilled to see this M/M fan favorite joining the RAB family.”
RAB/Magnus editor in chief Don Weise says of Fangsters, “Ryan brilliantly and erotically weaves together the feel of Twilight and The Sopranos as the underworld of the living dead meets organized crime. It’s tender, explicit, explosive and at the same time romantic. Ryan has created a world all his own.”
n Field’s novel, protagonist Anton Pagano looks and sounds just like any other twenty-something. He lives in northern New Jersey with his mom and dad, and he's never had to worry about anything other than his wardrobe, his latest new car, and the secret love affair he's been having for years. However, Anton has more than just the love affair to hide: he belongs to a Sicilian vampire mobster clan that migrated to New Jersey in the late 1800s.
When Anton's dad, the head of their clan, decides it's time for Anton and his vampire cousin Digger to get into the “family business,” Anton is not enthusiastic, at least until he meets a sweet young human named Leo on his first night at work. They wind up spending the rest of the night together, but things get even more complicated when they bring Anton's secret vampire lover into the picture.
After a bloody battle with werewolves, and the beginning of all-out war between two vampire mob clans the characters wind up on the precipice of their last resort.
Ryan Field is the author of over 100 published works of LGBT fiction, including the bestselling Virgin Billionaire.
Says RAB publisher Lori Perkins, “I’ve known and worked with Ryan for years and have always admired the eroticism and emotional depth of his storytelling. Fangsters is rich in both, and I’m thrilled to see this M/M fan favorite joining the RAB family.”
March 28, 2013
New Trinity Blacio Series: MASTERS OF THE CATS: Collaring the Saber-Tooth, Book One
Blacio brings her unique blend of paranormal ménage to the realm of vampires and shape-shifters with this new series, which describes a world where every woman has three masters to love her. The first book in the series, Collaring the Saber-Tooth, stars feline shifter Maya, a hot matriarch to a den of cat shifters.
Here’s an excerpt:
“Light years away, the Tetraheros came together. Their creation, the Cometegerace, is on the verge of extinction, even with the female companions provided to them throughout the years. Meanwhile, one lone rogue has tried to wipe out the feline shifter population on Earth. There was only one solution: The Cometedge Pact. Three warriors are bound to every female, connecting two separate races through a sense of duty, blood, sex and love.”
The first chapter of Blacio’s second book in the series, Hard Limits, is featured as a bonus at the end of the novel.
RAB publisher Lori Perkins commented, “I am thrilled to be working with Trinity again. Her signature blend of erotic romance, science fiction and ménage is always a unique reading experience.
Ms. Blacio said, “I have read many series. Christine Feehen’s “Carpathian” series and Sherrilyn Kenyon’s “Dark Hunter” series are two that I really enjoy. Both of these wonderful ladies gave me the inspiration to create my world. Shifters and vampires have been a favorite of read mine for years and I figured why not bring all these begins together to create my world.”
Trinity Blacio is the best-selling author of 30 erotic romance novels. She has been writing professionally for a decade and her work covers the spectrum of dark fantasy and erotic ménage. Trinity lives in Welllington, OH, with her two children, Cheyenne and Rudy and her two cats, Smokey and Missy. She loves to hear from readers and fellow writers and runs a Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/publish....
Here’s an excerpt:
“Light years away, the Tetraheros came together. Their creation, the Cometegerace, is on the verge of extinction, even with the female companions provided to them throughout the years. Meanwhile, one lone rogue has tried to wipe out the feline shifter population on Earth. There was only one solution: The Cometedge Pact. Three warriors are bound to every female, connecting two separate races through a sense of duty, blood, sex and love.”
The first chapter of Blacio’s second book in the series, Hard Limits, is featured as a bonus at the end of the novel.
RAB publisher Lori Perkins commented, “I am thrilled to be working with Trinity again. Her signature blend of erotic romance, science fiction and ménage is always a unique reading experience.
Ms. Blacio said, “I have read many series. Christine Feehen’s “Carpathian” series and Sherrilyn Kenyon’s “Dark Hunter” series are two that I really enjoy. Both of these wonderful ladies gave me the inspiration to create my world. Shifters and vampires have been a favorite of read mine for years and I figured why not bring all these begins together to create my world.”
Trinity Blacio is the best-selling author of 30 erotic romance novels. She has been writing professionally for a decade and her work covers the spectrum of dark fantasy and erotic ménage. Trinity lives in Welllington, OH, with her two children, Cheyenne and Rudy and her two cats, Smokey and Missy. She loves to hear from readers and fellow writers and runs a Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/publish....
March 20, 2013
Who Is Katie Holmes? An UnAuthorized Biography
UNAUTHORIZED KATIE HOLMES E-BOOK BIOGRAPHY TO BE RELEASED ON MARCH 20TH BY RIVERDALE AVENUE BOOKS
First Post-Divorce Biography of Actress/Mother, Woman of Mystery by NY Times best-Selling Author Marc Shapiro
RIVERDALE, NY—(March 19, 2013)—Pop culture publisher Riverdale Avenue Books (RAB) will release the e-book “Who is Katie Holmes?” by best-selling author Marc Shapiro on Wednesday, March 20th. The unauthorized biography will be available through Amazon and other online retail outlets, and directly from RAB at http://riverdaleavebooks.com/books/33....
“Katie Holmes is not the typical Hollywood rags to riches story,” says Shapiro. “In true storybook fashion she came out of nowhere to become the next big thing with Dawson's Creek, but after her sudden stardom she became just another working actress. She did films that never boosted her back up the ladder to true stardom. She tossed her career away when she married Tom Cruise. Now, post TomKat, the fire is burning again and she has returned to her true love, with the possibility of true accomplishment. The Katie Holmes story we tell is something everyone, in varying degrees, has experienced and we can all relate to.”
Shapiro’s behind-the-scenes story reveals how a small town girl from Ohio seemingly had fulfilled her every fantasy – until she discovered that there is a price to be paid for getting what you desire.
In “Who is Katie Holmes?” Shapiro discloses new details of how Holmes got the strength to defy all odds and leave her Hollywood mega-star husband with her daughter in tow. Shapiro takes an unblinking look at her struggles and setbacks, giving us a view of an exceptionally strong person of character and compassion.
RAB Publisher Lori Perkins said, “This is the chronicle of the life of a courageous young woman who shows all women who are unhappily married to older, more powerful men that freedom is possible and life can go on.” The book may be ordered by clicking here.
Marc Shapiro has authored more than 30 biographies, including J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter and Bieber Fever. Most recently he teamed with journalist Charles Vázquez to write the biography of the late Mexican-American singer Jenni Rivera, which was published earlier this year by RAB.
First Post-Divorce Biography of Actress/Mother, Woman of Mystery by NY Times best-Selling Author Marc Shapiro
RIVERDALE, NY—(March 19, 2013)—Pop culture publisher Riverdale Avenue Books (RAB) will release the e-book “Who is Katie Holmes?” by best-selling author Marc Shapiro on Wednesday, March 20th. The unauthorized biography will be available through Amazon and other online retail outlets, and directly from RAB at http://riverdaleavebooks.com/books/33....
“Katie Holmes is not the typical Hollywood rags to riches story,” says Shapiro. “In true storybook fashion she came out of nowhere to become the next big thing with Dawson's Creek, but after her sudden stardom she became just another working actress. She did films that never boosted her back up the ladder to true stardom. She tossed her career away when she married Tom Cruise. Now, post TomKat, the fire is burning again and she has returned to her true love, with the possibility of true accomplishment. The Katie Holmes story we tell is something everyone, in varying degrees, has experienced and we can all relate to.”
Shapiro’s behind-the-scenes story reveals how a small town girl from Ohio seemingly had fulfilled her every fantasy – until she discovered that there is a price to be paid for getting what you desire.
In “Who is Katie Holmes?” Shapiro discloses new details of how Holmes got the strength to defy all odds and leave her Hollywood mega-star husband with her daughter in tow. Shapiro takes an unblinking look at her struggles and setbacks, giving us a view of an exceptionally strong person of character and compassion.
RAB Publisher Lori Perkins said, “This is the chronicle of the life of a courageous young woman who shows all women who are unhappily married to older, more powerful men that freedom is possible and life can go on.” The book may be ordered by clicking here.
Marc Shapiro has authored more than 30 biographies, including J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter and Bieber Fever. Most recently he teamed with journalist Charles Vázquez to write the biography of the late Mexican-American singer Jenni Rivera, which was published earlier this year by RAB.
March 13, 2013
RomanceBeat Finds the Romance in Everything
ROMANCE BEAT FINDS THE ROMANCE IN EVERYTHING, FROM CELEBRITY TRYSTS TO LOVE AMONG FICTIONAL CHARACTERS
NEW YORK CITY – (March 13 2013) – If love is in the air, you’ll find it at RomanceBeat.com, a new blog that believes romance makes the world go 'round. The blog takes a decidedly romantic approach to everything from celebrity news, hot TV shows, romance novels, advice to readers and anything else that qualifies as pop culture.
Recent articles have featured the love lives of Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lawrence, as well as offbeat articles on quirky proposals, love triangles, break-ups and make-ups in fiction and romantic movie reviews. RomanceBeat even has an advice column, Ask Dr. Hedda, a highly qualified psychotherapist.
Romancebeat will be offering give-aways to its readers in the form of raffles for romantic books, movies, and products.
About RomanceBeat: RomanceBeat.com is a blog that finds the “pulse of romance” in pop culture. Founded on Valentine’s Day, 2013 by veteran PR pro Jackie Markham, website guru Drew Arnold and publishing maven Lori Perkins, the site is written by a team of experienced reporters who keep their eyes on celebrities and the little known, seeking to find the romantic theme in their daily activities.
If love is in the air, you’ll find it on www.romancebeat.com.
NEW YORK CITY – (March 13 2013) – If love is in the air, you’ll find it at RomanceBeat.com, a new blog that believes romance makes the world go 'round. The blog takes a decidedly romantic approach to everything from celebrity news, hot TV shows, romance novels, advice to readers and anything else that qualifies as pop culture.
Recent articles have featured the love lives of Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lawrence, as well as offbeat articles on quirky proposals, love triangles, break-ups and make-ups in fiction and romantic movie reviews. RomanceBeat even has an advice column, Ask Dr. Hedda, a highly qualified psychotherapist.
Romancebeat will be offering give-aways to its readers in the form of raffles for romantic books, movies, and products.
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The Magic Behind Warlock Masters
By Donald Weise, Editor-In Chief, Magnus
I've been following Domingo Rhodes work for years and I am so glad to feature his amazingly hot work at Magus. When his collection of BDSM Warlock stories came in, I knew we had to publish it.
Rhodes writes some of the hottest man sex I know. It's beyond just erotic; the always explicit scenes and the fantastic worlds in which they play out set him apart as a writer of erotic fiction. His stories feature one hot coupling, and then some, after the next, from start to finish, to the point where you're left wondering how his characters don't collapse in exhaustion, but at the same time grateful they don't. But it's more than the sex alone. Rhodes also writes some of the most well-crafted sex stories out there. Add to that the fact that he's brilliant at master/slave dynamics. I don't know who will be more turned on: sadists or masochists, or maybe just anyone who loves their erotica out on the edge. I'm thrilled to be bringing out his first fiction collection at last.
In these supernatural erotic stories of dominance and submission, readers enter the forbidden, no-holds-barred worlds of warlock sex masters and the male slaves who dutifully serve and obey their every command. No order is refused, no sex act too outrageous. These wickedly sadistic warlocks push their insatiable young slaves to their sexual limits—and beyond. Warlock Masters is steamy erotic fiction sure to arouse the sadist or masochist in anyone.
But don't take my word for it. See what Samuel Delany said about this collection:
"Four wonderfully inventive tales, as only Domingo Rhodes could write them, that appeal to the darkness within us all. Descend into the marvelous homoerotic and mysterious worlds of magic and unbridled sex. And enjoy—if you dare!" —Samuel R. Delany
So please, like the collection on Amazon, and tell your friends to follow this hot new author. There’s a 20% off discount if you order directly from our website, at riverdaleavebooks.com.
I've been following Domingo Rhodes work for years and I am so glad to feature his amazingly hot work at Magus. When his collection of BDSM Warlock stories came in, I knew we had to publish it.
Rhodes writes some of the hottest man sex I know. It's beyond just erotic; the always explicit scenes and the fantastic worlds in which they play out set him apart as a writer of erotic fiction. His stories feature one hot coupling, and then some, after the next, from start to finish, to the point where you're left wondering how his characters don't collapse in exhaustion, but at the same time grateful they don't. But it's more than the sex alone. Rhodes also writes some of the most well-crafted sex stories out there. Add to that the fact that he's brilliant at master/slave dynamics. I don't know who will be more turned on: sadists or masochists, or maybe just anyone who loves their erotica out on the edge. I'm thrilled to be bringing out his first fiction collection at last.
In these supernatural erotic stories of dominance and submission, readers enter the forbidden, no-holds-barred worlds of warlock sex masters and the male slaves who dutifully serve and obey their every command. No order is refused, no sex act too outrageous. These wickedly sadistic warlocks push their insatiable young slaves to their sexual limits—and beyond. Warlock Masters is steamy erotic fiction sure to arouse the sadist or masochist in anyone.
But don't take my word for it. See what Samuel Delany said about this collection:
"Four wonderfully inventive tales, as only Domingo Rhodes could write them, that appeal to the darkness within us all. Descend into the marvelous homoerotic and mysterious worlds of magic and unbridled sex. And enjoy—if you dare!" —Samuel R. Delany
So please, like the collection on Amazon, and tell your friends to follow this hot new author. There’s a 20% off discount if you order directly from our website, at riverdaleavebooks.com.
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I am thrilled to have published Ethan Mordden’s Passionate Attention of an Interesting Man. Ethan’s story collections Buddies and Everybody Loves You were books I read while coming out, their distinct ...more
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