Showing posts with label SJ Maylee. Show all posts
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Tuesday, October 21, 2014

New Release - In the Blind by S.J. Maylee

Thank you so much for having me. I’m thrilled to be here talking about my new release, IN THE BLIND. It’s the first book in my new series, CLUB BLIND. The concept is simple and erotic. You won’t be able to see at Club Blind, but you’ll be able to feel, bringing you to new heights of pleasure. When the eyes are blind, it’s amazing what the heart can see.

Today, I’m sharing five things about IN THE BLIND.

1.     Rob, the hero is a much sought after Application Developer. He loves to dominate and he’s crushing on our heroine. He’s thought about her daily. Not only was she easy to talk to, but she has the most beautiful brown eyes, something his best friend hears about constantly.
2.     Jane, the heroine is struggling to lift her recruiting business to the next level. Rob, the guy she met a couple months ago will be perfect for the latest job opening she’s trying to fill and she hopes he’s right for her too. She’s been brave in her professional life and now she’s determined to go after the man she wants, but she can’t seem to find her way.
3.     Club Blind may be a new series, but its stories will interweave with my Love Projects series. In fact, this first book has many clues about my next Love Projects story.
4.     In the Blind is a story within a story. You’ll get to follow Rob and Jane on their path while they get a second chance to find the love their needs are craving.
5.     In the Blind is a hot read. It starts with our heroine having blind passionate sex and ends with … oh, I can’t tell you that, but it’s delicious.

There are a few things to get you acquainted with IN THE BLIND. I hope you get a chance to read it and that you love it like I do. Thank you so much for having me here today. I love talking about my stories.


In the Blind (Club Blind #1)

by: S.J. Maylee

Genre: Erotic Romance with D/s

Length: Novella

Published: October 15, 2014

Publisher: Evernight Publishing

ISBN: 978-1-77233-066-3


IN THE BLIND Blurb:

Jane thinks she’s ready to take the risks her business and love life desperately need. Rob’s still punishing himself for a broken relationship that wasn’t meant to last. When the pair let an opportunity pass them by, fate steps in and throws them back together.

An evening of pitch black unrestrained passion at Club Blind opens her eyes to life’s possibilities. Now, if they don’t fight past their personal demons, they might never truly discover what they need most. If they can open their hearts, it might lead them directly to each other where they can discover their truth. If not, they may forever stay in the blind.

Where you can find IN THE BLIND:


IN THE BLIND Excerpt:

The door continued to open every few minutes. Finally, the woman in front of Jane was taken away. She could see nothing past the door besides black. Until the door closed, she continued gazing into the darkness. How would the loss of sight change the experience? Would she feel more? What would he feel like? Nerves shook through her limbs, and sweat tickled her palms.
The door opened, and she stood straight as a statue. This was crazy. She searched for pockets in her robe. When she found none, she swallowed back a curse.
The escort stopped in front of her. “Are you having second thoughts?” He shifted the goggles higher on his forehead.
“Maybe.”
“Would you like to step back and wait to go or ...” He stepped back and cracked the door open. “Sometimes it helps to hear the sounds of the other participants.”
She closed her eyes and took in the moans and let her mind drift to what her body would feel like to make her make those kinds of sounds.
“I don’t want to pressure you. Tell me what you want.”
“Thank you.” She opened her eyes and took a step towards him. The only way was forward. “I’m ready.”
“Good for you.” He reached out and took hold of her hand. “Come on, I’ll take you to the lucky one, for tonight.” He winked and tugged her forward.
Once the door closed behind them, Jane was surrounded by unending black. She looked around, but there was nothing, no end to the darkness. A nervous shiver danced along her spine, followed by thoughts of haunted houses. What would she find around the next corner? Her escort tugged her forward, bringing her back to the night's purpose.
She needed to remember why she was here. She needed to live in the moment. There was a good chance she was about to touch the man who would give her release.
They slowed, turned a corner, and after a couple more steps they stopped. She swallowed the lump in her throat when her escort placed her hand into another’s.
“Enjoy.” He squeezed her shoulder, and she sensed his presence leave the space.
A pull on her hand forced her feet forward a couple of steps. She stopped just as abruptly when she bumped into a hard chest—the man of the hour. This man would touch her soon, but he wasn’t yet. He was only holding her hand. Her breasts moved with her uneven breathing, and her nipples scraped against his chest.
Why wasn’t he touching her? Was he nervous, too, or having second thoughts? She reached up in curiosity to make sure he wasn’t wearing a pair of night-vision goggles, but only found soft hair. She followed the section of hair to above his shoulder and continued onto smooth skin and around his shoulder to his bicep thick with muscle. Her heart thumped, and her breath quickened as moisture covered her needy pussy.
She breathed deeply, taking in his delicious musky scent. Her hand wandered to his chest and found more of the same, firm skin rounding over firm muscles. A warm hand landed over hers and held her hand tight to his chest. A nose tickled her ear.
“Do you like?”
“Yes,” she admitted.
“I’d like to explore you now, okay?”
“Yes, please.”
She pushed out the breath she held and worked to breathe normally. His hand landed softly on her cheek, fingertips caressed her chin, and then up to her temple. The gentle touches raised a long sleeping yearning within her, and she leaned into his touch.
His thumb swept across her bottom lip. Curiosity wore away her reserve, and she let her tongue reach out and taste his fingers. One digit pushed into her mouth, and she sucked lightly, enjoying his clean taste.
The finger left her mouth, a second of waiting, and then his mouth crushed down on hers. His lips were firm and demanding, feeding her hunger. He ran his fingers through her hair, and then his warm wet tongue swept through her mouth. Back and forth, deep, then gentle, their tongues dueled. She explored more of him as her need to know him intimately soared.
His touch lingered around her shoulders and down her sides. When he found her ass, he kneaded the globes. The kiss ended as abruptly as it started, leaving her wanting.
She heard nothing but the driving rhythm of the music, each track feeding right into another. The current song enchanted her, and her hips swayed. No one could see her, so there was no reason for self-conscious thoughts. The brilliance of the club hit her with full force. It didn’t matter who she was or who he was. Tonight, they celebrated life and the pleasures they could bring their bodies. Everyone deserved pleasure. Even her.

S.J. MAYLEE Bio:

S.J. Maylee fell in love with storytelling at a young age and with it came a deep-seated desire for everyone to find their happily ever after. She’s finding the happy endings for her characters one steamy story at a time.

When she’s not reading or writing, you can find her caring for her garden, laughing with her two young sons, or dancing to her husband’s music. She’s a PMP (Project Management Professional), Nia instructor, and coffee addict.

As a writer she has a tendency to break hearts, but she always glues them back together.


GIVEAWAY:

SJ’s giving away one $20 Amazon gift card and two swag packs (book covers, bookmark, pen, zipper pull, and handmade beaded keychain or purse charm with book cover charm). TO ENTER: answer the question on this blog post and then click on the rafflecopter. QUESTION: Many believe blindness can increase your other senses. What do you think it would be like to be in a pitch black club like Club Blind? a Rafflecopter giveaway

Friday, January 3, 2014

#ThursThreads - Week 102 - Winners


Week 102 of #ThursThreads had some terrific tales and a huge turnout. I'm honored to see all of the returning writers and read your stories. Thank you for coming back again and again to write. And it was wonderful to have some new folks stop by. Welcome! Great thanks to A.S. Fenichel for judging this week. :)

Entries:
  • Cara Michaels | @caramichaels
  • Anna Lund | @AnnaLund2011
  • Veronica Jorden | @RevolutionaryVJ
  • Kelly Heinen | @Aightball
  • Wendy Strain | @WendyStrain
  • Sheilagh Lee | @SweetSheil
  • Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir 
  • Silver James | @SilverJames_
  • Jeremy Milburn
  • Lizzie Koch | @Lizzie_Koch
  • Cynthia Hudson Keane | @AuthorCAKeane
  • Cate Derham | @Cate_Derham
  • SJ Maylee | @SJMaylee
  • John Kirk | @KirkProductions
  • Nellie Batz | @solimond
  • Kate Lipnitskaya | @gorgeous_jaan
A.S. says: First of all, I’d like to say that this was really tough to choose. I had to devise a rating system because I loved so many of these tales. I actually narrowed it down to eight stories that I then went back and rated by Creativity, Writing and Hook. So much impressive writing!

Winners Announcement:

Honorable Mentions

Veronica Jorden | @RevolutionaryVJ
A.S. says: This story had me from the first words by capturing pure emotion. Fantastic hook, powerful description and a last line made me want to scream for more.

Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir
A.S. says: This had a great hook that was funny and painfully descriptive. I loved the contrast between desire and hatred. It really worked well and was believable, which is difficult to pull off.

Week 102 Winner



A.S. says: The tone was set from the very start. It grabbed me and didn’t let go. I’m ready to read the entire book. I loved the way the author conveyed a huge amount of information and even backstory with so few words. Really well written.

“Fucking war.” Jocelyn turned around and watched the explosions lighting up the night sky. “We never should have agreed to this.”

“We weren’t given a choice.” Nathan packed his canteen into his satchel.

As darkness reached out and touched her ships, she knew the real end was coming. With each fleet that left for their chance in the sky, she knew it was just a matter of time before Nathan would need to leave.

She pushed her fingers into the glass, sending the last of her day’s power to the troops. She gave all she could and in the end it was only a small aid to their feeble attempt to remove the evil from her safe place.

“You can’t go, not yet.”

“Jocelyn, you know I must.” He wrapped his arms around her. “If I’m going to secure a new source for your power, I must go now.”

She fell to her knees. The strain of war was leaving its mark. “It’s no time for tears. I know, but I fear what losing you will do to me.”

“Jocelyn, my love you’re the strongest of us all.” He caressed her cheek and dragged his fingers over the emptiness left behind from where her magic once lived. His lips slipped over hers and he confirmed what she already knew. It was the one thing she had to believe. “I’ll always come back to you.”

Congratulations Two Time Winner SJ, and Veronica! Don't forget to claim your badges and display them with pride. You certainly earned it!

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Friday, October 11, 2013

#ThursThreads - Week 91 - Winners


Week 91 of #ThursThreads had some terrific tales. I'm honored to see all of the returning writers and read your stories. Thank you for coming back again and again to write. And welcome to the new folks who stopped by. Great thanks to Angela Palevich for judging this week. :)

Entries:
  • Theresa Breaux | @theresabreaux
  • Silver James | @SilverJames_
  • Kelly Heinen | @Aightball
  • SJ Maylee | @SJMaylee
  • Sheilagh Lee | @SweetSheil
  • Helen Howell | @Helenscribbles
  • Eric Martell | @drmagoo
  • Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir
  • Rebecca Kovar | @RRKovar
  • Teresa Cypher | @teresa_cypher
Angela says: I really enjoyed reading everyone’s tales. Each was so unique and left me with a sense of wanting to read on – but I guess that’s the point :) It was definitely difficult to choose my favorites!

Winners Announcement:

Honorable Mentions

Kelly Heinen | @Aightball
Angela says: I thought the use of the prompt jumped out at me the most in the author’s writing. There is also something about the vulnerability of a child, which is brought up in the first sentence, which made me want to keep reading to make sure he/she would be alright!

Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir
Angela says: This snippet painted a very vivid picture of what was taking place in the story and I love that in a good read. You could really feel the symmetry among the characters and their story flowed really, really well from one frame to the next. Definitely left me with a sense of wanting to read on!

Teresa Cypher | @teresa_cypher
Angela says: Creating both an excellent intro and ending to a story can be a challenge when you are limited to just 250 words. This author nailed both and also weaved the prompt seamlessly into her story. I’d love to find out what happens next!

Week 91 Winner


Angela says: I chose this tale because I could really feel a sense of gripping excitement in the overall theme.  The author used colorful and descriptive wording to really express the character’s personalities and the scene taking place around them. I felt almost as if I was there myself!

Leaning on the railing, Cade watched her leave. Shelby put the last of her bags in her trunk and slammed it closed, sending an echo through the valley. She marched around the car and look up at him as she grabbed the handle. The tightness of her expression ripped him apart and the need to run after her became stronger than ever, but knowing she would be safe somewhere far away from him would have to get him past the searing ache turning him cold.

The shuffle of feet behind him and his brother’s firm grip on his shoulder did nothing to calm the beast screaming to get out.

“This is for the best, Cade.”

“Like hell it is.” He pushed off the railing and paced the balcony. “Her place is here with me, not hiding in a place I can’t see.” He stopped and looked at the dust settling onto his driveway. Rage and regret burned up his backside.

“They’ll keep pushing, you know this, unless we remove them.”

“Then that’s exactly what we’ll do.” Cade didn't want war, but nothing could stop that now. “Call everyone in. I want a plan in place tonight.”

Congratulations SJ, Kelly, and Teresa! Don't forget to claim your badges and display them with pride. You certainly earned it! :)

Pass on the great news on Twitter, Facebook, Google Plus, shiny mirrors, Morse Code, and signal flags. Check out all the stories here. Thanks for stopping by and happy reading! :)

Friday, July 12, 2013

#ThursThreads - Week 78 - Winners


Week 78 of #ThursThreads had some terrific tales! I'm honored to see all of the returning writers and read your stories. Thank you for coming back again and again to write. And welcome to the new folks who stopped by. Great thanks to SJ Maylee for judging this week. :)

Entries:
  • Lizzie Koch | @Lizzie_Loodles
  • Cara Michaels | @caramichaels
  • Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir
  • Jeff Hollar | @klingorengi
  • Silver James | @SilverJames_
  • Brandon Yusuf Toropov | @BYToropov
  • Sandra Bunino | @SandraBunino
  • Sheilagh Lee | @SweetSheil
  • Mark Ethridge | @LurchMunster
SJ says: This was harder than I thought it was going to be. I have to say, there were a lot of heart breakers. I’m hoping the authors find a way to make it up to their characters. :)

Winners Announcement:

Honorable Mentions 

Lizzie Koch | @Lizzie_Loodles 
SJ says: I really enjoyed the start of this flash. The memories and emotions are right up front. Then, it all changes. There was nothing I could do, but read to the sad end. Powerfully sad.

Silver James | @SilverJames_
SJ says: This flash was entertaining and I loved the end. I want to read the dream scene. ;)
 
  Sandra Bunino | @SandraBunino
SJ says: This flash starts all sexy and fun and then it made me cry. Love the range of emotion here. My fingers are crossed that Sandra will write a happy ending for Hillary.
 
Week 78 Winner



SJ says: This poor guy. Sure, he’s checked out, but nothing is going right for him. That is until he picks out a new outfit. LOL! I laughed all the way through the description. I bet he did look outstanding.

"I'll see you there, darling. I'm going straight from work. Wear the new blue suit. Pick a tie that matches." Her voice cold and hard before she hung up.

Her mania for things that match.

I stared out the window at the darkening sky and spotted a starling, hurtling upward, beyond a poplar. Then out of the frame of the window. I dropped the cell phone on the floor. It made a sharp sound on the hardwood that I liked. Perhaps I had cracked something.

All the wine I would be expected to drink. All the smiles I would be obliged to return. All the hands I would have to shake. All the family stories I was sick of telling and hearing. At the base of it all, the ache of hypocrisy. Our little secrets. Her affair. My affair. Just so we could get through Christmas with her family.

Family reunion or no family reunion, this marriage, I decided, was over tonight.

All the papers signed. No kids to hurt. No secrets worth keeping.

A text message flashed on the (apparently still functional) cell phone where it lay face-up on the bedroom floor. (White shirt. Cream tie. The wingtips.)

I picked out a green-and-orange polka dot shirt and an ancient pair of mauve-checkered slacks.

No tie.

Black Crocs.

No socks.

I tried on the outfit and posed in it before the mirror. I looked outstanding.

See you there, darling.

Congratulations Brandon, Lizzie, Silver, and Sandra! Don't forget to claim your badges and display them with pride. You certainly earned it! :)

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Thursday, July 11, 2013

#ThursThreads - The Challenge That Ties Tales Together - Week 78

 

Welcome back to the Weird, the Wild, & the Wicked. Wow, where did half the year go? It's Thursday again, so what should you be doing? Writing #FlashFiction, that's what! Welcome to Week 78 of #ThursThreads, the challenge that ties tales together. Need the rules? Read on!

Here's how it works:
  • The prompt is a line from the previous week's winning tale.
  • The prompt can appear ANYWHERE in your story and is included in your word count.
Rules to the Game:
  • This is a Flash Fiction challenge, which means your story must be a minimum of 100 words, maximum of 250.
  • Incorporate the prompt anywhere into your story (included in your word count).
  • Post your story in the comments section of this post
  • Include your word count (or be excluded from judging)
  • Include your Twitter handle or email (so we know how to find you)
  • The challenge is open 7 AM to 7 PM Pacific Time
  • The winner will be announced on Friday, depending on how early the judge gets up. ;)
How it benefits you:
  • You get a nifty cool badge to display on your blog or site (because we're all about promotion - you know you are!)
  • You get instant recognition of your writing prowess on this blog!
  • Your writing colleagues shall announce and proclaim your greatness on Facebook, Twitter, and Google Plus

Our Judge for Week 78:


Mother, heart breaker and repairer, and romance author, SJ Maylee.

 
And now your #ThursThreads Challenge, tying tales together.

The Prompt:

“I’ll see you there, darling.”

All stories written herein are the property (both intellectual and physical) of the authors. Now, away with you, Flash Fiction Fanatics, and show us your #ThursThreads. Good luck! :)

Friday, February 15, 2013

#ThursThreads - Valentine's Day Week 58 - Winners


Week 58 of #ThursThreads had some terrific tales and some very special prizes! Thanks to all who came to write on the day dedicated to Love. I'm honored to see all of the returning folks and read your stories. Thank you for coming back again and again to write. And it was also great to see some new 'faces' joining us. Great thanks go to Sandra Bunino for reading the stories and thanks so much for participating in the Valentine's Day spectacular. :)

Entries:
  • Kimberly Gould | @Kimmydonn
  • Theresa Breaux | @theresabreaux
  • Rosalind Nazilli | @vixenfiction
  • Kayla West | @bookwormattack
  • Rebecca Brennan | @bexbrennan
  • Carissa Harwood | @xbluestockingx
  • Mark Ethridge | @LurchMunster
  • Susan Hayes | @capricia13
  • Sheilagh Lee | @SweetShiel
  • Siobhan Muir | @SiobhanMuir
  • Veronica Jordan | @RevolutionaryVJ
  • SJ Maylee | @SJMaylee
  • Cara Michaels | @caramichaels
  • NL Walsh | @NL_Walsh
  • Dori Callahan | @dori_callahan_
  • Dr. Magoo | @drmagoo
  • Nellie Batz | @solimond
  • David A Ludwig | @DavidALudwig

Winners Announcement:

Honorable Mentions
 
Rebecca Brennan | @bexbrennan
Sandra says: What a tender and sweet scene. I love Domnu's concern for Jyslen and how he enlists the owls help. Thanks to the author's descriptive voice, the scene playing out beautifully. Well done.

David A Ludwig | @DavidALudwig
Sandra says: This story had me intrigued in a big way. It takes place in a science lab, only it smells like a burrito. I felt Dale's frustration and his willingness to swallow his pride to get his hands on the perfect diamond for his love. The author leaves us wondering about those "stones of power" and why they're not for sale. I'd love to know more about geeky scientist!
 
Most Romantic Story

SJ Maylee | @SJMaylee
Sandra says: Wow! I was really in this scene. I loved the romantic ocean setting and the emotional struggle between the couple. Carlo is my favorite type of hero - possessive, take charge and knows what he wants. Pure Alpha-yum.
 
Funniest Story

Susan Hayes | @capricia13
Sandra says: I giggled at the first line: "Be vwery quiet, we're hunting wabbits," Trish lisped. It was so unexpected! Add in a little known fact that zombies have excellent hearing even though their ears have rotten off and I couldn't wait to find out where this little story was going. Where did it go? Rabbit hunting in an adult toy store. My favorite kind of rabbit! LOL

Week 58 Winner


Sandra says: How could I not get sucked in by the first sentence: "Only Dionysus could turn an upscale wine bar into a rave with half naked humans dancing on the tables." And this story just got better! The author used every single one of her 250 words to carry the tale forward. I loved the smart dialogue and descriptors used to make me feel as though I were right there with a glass of Merlot in my hand. I'd love to read this story in its entirety.

Rave of the Gods

Only Dionysus could turn an upscale wine bar into a rave with half naked humans dancing on the tables. Dio, with his waist length red hair pulled into a high ponytail, tugged off his shirt. A flushed, round woman and a stately septuagenarian gentleman couldn’t ignore the buffet of revealed flesh.

Dio spotted me and I rolled my eyes.

“Eros, you lusty devil.” He broke free and greeted me with a quick, hard kiss. “You know Zeus still frowns upon us co-hosting revelries. Go back far enough in the histories and we’re still exiled from seven countries.”

“They were small countries.”

“Ha! Right you are.” He produced a bottle of wine, taking a long pull before passing it to me.

“You drink like a frat boy,” I said. I sniffed the vintage and commandeered a glass.

“And yet I taste every grape, every spice, the hand of Gaia herself. My taste buds are a veritable embarrassment of riches, darling.” He relieved me of the bottle and drained the contents as I sipped from my glass. “Tell me, Eros—what good does it do to ban a god in this godless time? It was different when they worshipped us.”

“They were far more likely to catch us being naughty then, eh?”

He grinned and rambled on, fading as a woman in the corner caught my attention.

Alone. Unaffected by the human circus.

She didn’t see me—thank Zeus—didn’t see my shock, my moment of realization.

“I know you,” I whispered.

Congratulations SEVEN TIME WINNER Cara, Rebecca, David, SJ, and Susan! Claim your badges and display them with pride. You certainly earned it! :)
 
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