Rainbow Snippets July 25th

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Happy 25th of July! All day yesterday I swore it was the 23rd. I wrote it in my calendar and my notes; and then hubby enlightened me. Where has this month gone? Ah well. One month down and we get closer to the best season of all. Fall. (in my opinion)

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I jump to the next day where Erik and Asher encounter each other in of all places…high school gym class. A spot they didn’t know they shared, until now.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Don’t worry, the straight guys are safe. And there’s no need to put a lock and key on your arse, sweet cheeks. I never fuck losers, they’re just not worth the energy.”

“You snobby, arrogant…piece of…” Erik growled as he took a fighting stance. “I’ll show you what’s worth the energy, you…freakin’ vampire! I’m surprised you can come out in the damn daylight.”

“I can come anywhere I want.” Asher winked. “But it won’t be anywhere near you, don’t worry about that.”

Rainbow Snippets July 18th

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Happy Sunday! This week flew by fast I think. This past weekend I had all the right intentions, but only part of it went into practice. I think I need someone standing over my shoulder ready to swipe the pringles away or at least shut off Steam. LOL

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I jump to the next day where Erik and Asher encounter each other in of all places…high school gym class. A spot they didn’t know they shared, until now.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Shut it, Paul, Manuel,” Erik warned them. Like he’s straight. He enjoyed that kiss and he knows I know it.

Erik’s nostrils flared. ”Kiss many straight guys, do you?” he snapped at Asher. “Maybe I should put out a warning.”

More laughter surrounded them. Asher ground his teeth. Not that he hid his sexuality, but he didn’t want it drawn to everyone’s attention, especially not here. He was damned if he was going to have his haven spoiled. He glanced at Sensei, but he didn’t seem in any hurry to shut down the conversation. In fact, he seemed amused. “Don’t worry, the straight guys are safe. And there’s no need to put a lock and key on your arse, sweet cheeks. I never fuck losers, they’re just not worth the energy.”

Rainbow Snippets July 12th, 2021

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Back to life…back to reality… as the song goes. I don’t recall the artist, but I think it was a 90’s hit that sticks in my head. This past week went quickly at points, and I was more productive than I’ve been in eons.

Now we head into full steam ahead and prep for GRL 2021, plus keep working, school, life, wifey duties, mommy duties, etc. All part of life. All part of reality.

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I jump to the next day where Erik and Asher encounter each other in of all places…high school gym class. A spot they didn’t know they shared, until now.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Well, if it isn’t my biggest fan.” Erik’s sneer twisted his face. “You prick. Have a great time after you left our awesome practice that you missed?”

“Not as much fun as I had before I left. You kiss pretty sweet for a straight guy.”

Laughter surrounded them, and Erik gave him a deadly glare. “Erik, you got…what?” one of the other students asked.

“Go for it, Erik!” another added.

“Shut it, Paul, Manuel,” Erik warned them. Like he’s straight. He enjoyed that kiss and he knows I know it.

GRL 2021

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It’s finally happening! I’m going to my first convention as an author 😍😍😍

It’s go time to order up books and schwag 🙂 I need feedback on both though…what is a good giveaway at a convention?

My paperbacks (solo written) will be there for signing, but how many of each do I bring?

Any advice from my fellow authors is greatly appreciated.

Steph

Rainbow Snippets July 4th, 2021

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Wow. My last entry was the last day of February. Since then I found out the kitty love of my life had cancer, we tried to make as comfy as humanly possible, but he lost the fight on June 4th, a month ago today. Even looking at his urn makes me weepy now. I want my baby back 😦

Fortunately, my amazing husband, family, and friends have all been very supportive and allowed me to be there for him when it was crucial. He passed painlessly in my own arms.

Now, with the stress of worry diminishing, I remember that I am still an author and still capable of creating this art form. It’ll just take time and coaxing to get the words out. Two years of my life were spent worrying over Jack; but he’d want me to live my best life while waiting to see him at rainbow bridge.

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I pick up after the performance is over and Billy and Erik are alone in the garage. Poor Billy has been raked over the coals with Erik’s lack of feelings before; but his loyalty cannot be denied.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Billy, I’m not gay.”

“Like fuck you aren’t. As for us, it was real all along, and you’re as gay as I am. You just like to hide things. Deep. You like to bury anything real until it explodes, like we did in bed. Think about that one for a second, Mr. Von Closeted Nordgren.” He shoved two fingers into Erik’s chest then walked off.

Hiatus Ending

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It’s been a long, painful spring. I lost one of the loves of my life, my kitty J. D. He fought until the very end and we tried everything possible, but the cancer got him. My hubby and best friend were with me as we all said goodbye and he died very peacefully in my arms.

the love of my life

I miss him beyond words and felt a very strange relief at his passing. For the past two years he’s gone downhill little bits at a time, and at the end, he was ready to go. We do have other furbabies to look after; but J. D. was special and sweet. He was my first boy.

Yesterday I spoke to a good friend of mine, a fellow author, who admitted that after his mother died, he’d lost the desire to write at all. I’ve been in this mood as well; even picking up a different hobby to fill the void. Every time I had an idea, it was fleeting at best and never even made it to paper or screen.

Given the past two years, I now understand that this is normal when going through stressful situations, grief, etc. J.D. is gone on to the wonderful afterlife at rainbow bridge and waits for me there. I promised him I’d live my best life here until we meet again and I intend to do just that.

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That said, look for more of me on here, and a return to showing off my books and characters, and even a peek into what is coming next.

I appreciate everyone of you who reads this blog and my books very much!

Yours,

Stephanie

Rainbow Snippets February 28th, 2021

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Picture it…Midwest, 10 pm. The air is still, the eldest cat is silent and content by my side while the younglings play in their area; and hubby is sawing logs. It’s bedtime here as we rest up for another work week. Last week flew by as I was diagnosed with cat scratch fever! My left eye was swollen and very bloodshot. I narrowed it to my eldest baby who loves to kiss me. I turned too quick; he got my eye. Regardless, they had to (of course) take a hefty dose of blood samples to see what else it could possibly be. (insert eye roll here). Results back this week. Cross your fingers!

Anywho…my hubby is ancy to get our garden cleaned up and ready for planting. It’s been dead and dormant too long. This year I want to put lavender and zinnias. He prefers growing human food. I prefer growing food for the pollinators who feed us all. What do you think?

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I pick up after the performance is over and Billy and Erik are alone in the garage. Poor Billy has been raked over the coals with Erik’s lack of feelings before; but his loyalty cannot be denied.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Listen here, Billyboy.” Erik put his hands on his friend’s shoulders and gazed into his face. “Our friendship is rock solid. As for me liking that guy, you’re imagining things. Go home, Billy Carp.”

The words didn’t seem to help because Billy’s eyes glistened with unshed tears. “Like I imagined things with us? I’m glad our friendship is solid, but I didn’t imagine what we did together. We slept together, more than once.” The tears overflowed and trickled down his pale face. “The way you reacted when he kissed you was real, Erik. Fuck, you nearly pulled Asher closer.”

“Billy, I’m not gay.”

“Like fuck you aren’t. As for us, it was real all along, and you’re as gay as I am. You just like to hide things. Deep. You like to bury anything real until it explodes, like we did in bed. Think about that one for a second, Mr. Von Closeted Nordgren.” He shoved two fingers into Erik’s chest then walked off.

Rainbow Snippets February 21st, 2021

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Sorry for missing the last two weeks! I’ve not forgotten my dedication to the snippets authors but life (and now potential illness) are getting in the way. First they thought hubby had Covid so they sent him home for quarantine for most of the week. Yay! I was home anyway and we love just hanging out and talking, playing with the cats, etc. (He is OK btw, no virus).

However, this past Friday my eye started to look ‘lazy’ and by Saturday I had swelling on my jawline. Mayo Clinic points to mumps…eeeek! I got all the vaccines as a 70’s kid…how the heck??? I guess I’ll find out tomorrow at urgent care. Wish me luck! If I do have it, it’ll be a two-week quarantine for me.

Otherwise, the frozen midwest has finally broken out of the polar vortex’ grasp and we got above freezing on Saturday! Yay! I was elated to go outside and not have to wear my huge parka. 🙂

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I pick up after the performance is over and Billy and Erik are alone in the garage. Poor Billy has been raked over the coals with Erik’s lack of feelings before; but his loyalty cannot be denied.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Come on. I know the truth.” Billy lowered his voice to a whisper. “I know you like guys, and I saw him checking you out that whole time. He wants you and I could almost swear…”

“That guy’s just an asinine Brit trying to make waves.”

Billy brightened but he was worried. “We’re still friends, right? I don’t want him to try and muscle his way between us. I think you like that guy.”

“Listen here, Billyboy.” Erik put his hands on his friend’s shoulders and gazed into his face. “Our friendship is rock solid. As for me liking that guy, you’re imagining things. Go home, Billy Carp.”

Rainbow Snippets January 31st, 2021

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We made it! One-Twelfth of this year is done. Now, who asked for a refund after the trial period was up? LOL

Sorry for missing last week; busy with schoolwork and housework and life as usual. Five cats, hubby, and an all-too intense interest in a new game has my time tied up nicely. Tis my resolution (is it too late to make one)? To post every week, on time, every time.

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I pick up after the performance is over and Billy and Erik are alone in the garage. Poor Billy has been raked over the coals with Erik’s lack of feelings before; but his loyalty cannot be denied.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I’m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Um… Did yo…?” Billy’s nerve seemed to wane.

“Did I what?” Erik prompted when he paused.

Billy struggled for words. He didn’t really want an answer for his question. “You wanted it to happen, didn’t you?”

Those ice-blue eyes pierced right through him. “Say that again and I’ll shove you.”

“Come on. I know the truth.” Billy lowered his voice to a whisper. “I know you like guys, and I saw him checking you out that whole time. He wants you and I could almost swear…”

“That guy’s just an asinine Brit trying to make waves.”

Rainbow Snippets January 17th, 2021

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Midway through the month already? How did this happen? Wasn’t it just yesterday we were kicking 2020 to the curb?

The cell phone fiasco from last week has still not ironed out. The phones are not in stock…apparently anywhere. They need to tell China to amp up production because we need ’em! LOL

Here’s my snippet for the week: (see below)

This week I pick up after the performance is over and Billy and Erik are alone in the garage. Erik accuses Billy of saying something to out the nervous superstar-in-training and gets under the skin of his best friend yet again.

What is Rainbow Snippets? It’s a group of LGBT+ authors who post six sentences (or more) from a current WIP, published work or even something they’ve read that they want to rave about. Click on the link below the rainbow to be transported to a place of wonder where you will find tasters of everything from sweet romance, to hot and steamy, to fantasy and sci-fi.

I”m changing gears completely and going to a beloved co-authored work and a series of Upstaged. Written by myself and Cheryl Headford (Nephy to some) in 2012! Over the course of two years we wrote 12 books together! It was the most insane, wonderful time of my writing life! We hope you love the result. The first four books are published and up for sale at Extasy Press and on Amazon. Here is book #1. Upstaged: Opening Act

Blurb:

Wannabe singer and band front man Erik Von Nordgren hates snarky brit Asher Berkley with a passion. From the moment he turns up at practice with his twin sister Daisy, who is one of the band the two have hated each other.
Through a series of ‘tit for tat’ incidents they annoy, frustrate and exasperated each other. The die hard goth with purple eyes and the hard core rocker with dreams of the big time have nothing in common and no need to cross paths. Except to wind each other up.
Until the day that Erik throws Asher in the school pool, when everything begins to change. Erik is so far in closet he’s in Narnia and Asher has a dark past and trust issues that stand in the way of any relationship, let alone one with the brash American who hurts him every time they try to get together.
A relationship doomed from the start, or so you’d think. 

Upstaged Opening Act

Available At: AMAZON

“Fuck, well, maybe he just wanted to make an ass of me.”

Billy shook his head. “That ain’t too hard.” He ducked a swat. Erik loved to take a swipe at him. “I dunno, but I swear on my life I didn’t say a thing to anyone. Not even my parents. You think I’d rat you out? Hell no! I’d rat myself out first.”

Erik relaxed and offered Billy a smile. “I know. Thanks, buddy.”

After a long pause, he took a quick breath. “Erik?”

“Yeah?”

“Um… Did yo…?” Billy’s nerve seemed to wane.

“Did I what?” Erik prompted when he paused.

Billy struggled for words. He didn’t really want an answer for his question. “You wanted it to happen, didn’t you?”