Cover Reveal and Some Thoughts

Good Sunday to you. Things have slowed a bit on my blog. I needed a little breathing room. However I need to build a following for my altar ego, but more about that later. In the meantime I have a sexy new cover to unveil. If you've been to my website, you may have seen it already, but here it is again.

I just love how he's grabbing her hair. The hero does that quite a bit in the story.

Now for some news. I have a couple of appearance scheduled this week. On Tuesday I will be at the lovely Sarah Ballance, Wednesday I'm at Jessica E. Subject. Make sure you stop by and leave a comment. Oh, I'll also be at TRS Release party on June 7 promoting The Pick-Up Wife.

Do you have an Android phone? If you do grab my app. Yes, I'm an app. Still waiting on the Apple version to go live, but you can keep up to date on what I'm doing.

Character Interview-The Submission by D.F.Krieger and Sonia Hightower

Well hello and Welcome to Decadent Decisions. I'm pleased to have Katia and Sylvia from The Submission. They have graciously agreed to answer a few of my questions. The Submission is a co-authored work by D.F. Krieger and Sonia Hightower. Here's the blurb.

The editor is always right... Katia Lane, a down on her luck writer, finds this out the hard way. When she submits an erotic tale to Daring Desires Publishing, one head strong woman meets another as an author/editor war ensues. There's no room for a diva in the publishing industry...and Sylvia L. Avers means to demonstrate this to the fledging writer. When you submit a manuscript to Daring Desires, you submit more than a book...you submit yourself.

As a BDSM conference nears, both women prepare to face off. Which one is going to be the top space?

So with that in mind, ladies let's get started.

What makes you happy now?

Katia: The fact that I'm a rising star in the literary world has me stoked.

Sylvia: Seeing my authors write about important lifestyle choices the correct way.

What is your greatest fear?

Katia: Ugh. One star reviews! 
Sylvia: That the masses will believe BDSM is nothing but orgies made of chains, nipple clamps, and whipping in clubs. 

What would you change about yourself if you could?

Katia: I would make myself a bit less timid in the bedroom. 
Sylvia: Change about myself? *Laughs* Darling, I'm perfect the way I am.

What’s your favorite color?

Katia: Purple. 

Sylvia: Oh yes, purple. 

What type of vehicle do you drive?

Katia: Well, it was a Honda. Now... a BMW, of course. The royalties are just rolling in. 
Sylvia: I love my motorcycle. 

Describe yourself to me.

Katia: I'm stubborn and persistent. I don't like being told No. If you tell my book sucks, I strive to make it better. I want to be successful. 

Sylvia: I will get my way and you will learn I am always right. That's all that needs to be said. 

How would the hero/ine describe you?

Katia: I can only imagine what Sylvia would say about me. I'm guessing she would call me a diva, though I don't agree. 

Sylvia: Katia is completely a diva, and I'm sure she'd describe me in with some very unlady-like words. 

What really moves you, or touches you to the soul?

Katia: Pirates. Always will be my deep passion. I love everything pirates. 

Sylvia: That shining moment when an author finally "gets it." 

If you were granted three wishes, what would you ask for?

Katia: To write a bestseller twice a year. Or should I aim for more? Endless supply of chocolate and wine. Fancy resort vacations with a special someone...if she was interested. *sly glance* 

Sylvia: *Raises eyebrow* Authors who know what they are writing about if it's important, authors who learn the meaning of research, and authors who know to listen and not argue when I edit them. 

What three things would you take to a Desert Island?

Katia: My laptop, coffee, and my editor. 

Sylvia: A lifetime supply of Coca Cola, an unlimited ice maker, and my computer. 

Excerpt:

Sylvia chuckled as she ran her fingers down the front of the other woman’s dress. The fabric whispered under her fingertips, reminding her of Katia’s skin. She slid her hand to the side, pausing over a breast, before tracing a finger in a circle over where she bet Kat’s nipple was. “Do you want to be spanked?” She allowed her tone to take on the husky sound that often went hand in hand with her state of horniness.

“I...” Katia licked her lips and shifted, obviously experiencing conflicting emotions. “I’m still not sure about spanking. It felt good but...”

“Shhh.” Sylvia placed a finger on the lush, pink lips that she wanted so badly to bruise with kisses. “I know what you need, Kitty Kat. I’ll make you purr.”

She took Katia’s hand and led her to the bed. The structure was large and sat high enough to give her exactly the angle she needed. With coaxing pressure, she bent Katia over the edge of the bed. Sylvia loved the way Kat’s dress flirted with the bottom of her round, firm ass. It brushed the tops of the back of her thighs like a black butterfly testing cream-colored roses.

Without warning, she laid her palm across Katia’s rear in a gentle smack. The woman emitted a soft gasp of surprise, but didn’t struggle. Pleased, Sylvia did it again and again, making each smack a little harder than the last. A part of her wished she’d brought her paddle, but another part enjoyed the silk against her palm. The way it slid higher and higher.

When she had Katia panting, Sylvia slid her hand between the sub’s thighs and inserted a finger into her pussy. “Oh my, Kitty Kat, you are a spigot down there. I’ve never met anyone who could turn the water works on like this.”

Katia’s body tensed, and Sylvia laughed as she used her free hand to slap one of the now exposed ass cheeks. The skin was a nice shade of pink that spoke of force without the risk of bruising. It made Sylvia’s own pussy wet to see how well she’d worked the BDSM virgin over. The mewls of pleasure that Katia gave with each thrust of Sylvia’s finger did nothing to stave off that desire.

“M-mistress!”

“Yes, my little bestseller?” Sylvia pushed her finger deep and held still, awaiting Katia’s next words.

“I think I understand now,” Katia said with a whimper. “I understand it isn’t about pain, but about the trust to take each other past certain boundaries.”

Sylvia shook her head. “Oh no,” she said as she inserted a second finger. “You don’t understand quite yet.”

With those words, she began pumping Katia harder. She allowed her other hand to wander to her waist, down her band, and under her panties. When she slid her finger inside of her, it was like an earthquake shook her entire body. As if sensing her orgasm, Katia screamed out as well, her pussy clenching Sylvia’s fingers.

As they stood there, panting, Sylvia removed her hand from Katia’s sopping pussy. She went to the bathroom, washed her hands off, then filled a cup with cold water. Katia sat on the edge of the bed when she walked back, looking shaken and uncertain. Sylvia handed her the water.

After Katia took a few sips, she closed her eyes. “Thank you,” she whispered.

“Now,” Sylvia said as she caressed Kat’s cheek, “you understand.”

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Hump Day Inspiration

SQUEAL!! Yes it's back.
Did you miss your weekly dose of hunky inspiration?
Well a coupla weeks ago I went to a wrestling match. My dad's a wrestler. And I must say I was inspired. Normally I don't ask for photo opps, but I couldn't resist.
So here are a few of the pics from the match.

This is Hades. He breathes fire. So cool.

And his tag team partner Xavier Justice.  I just love the hair.

And Chaz Montana.

These are a few of the wrestlers of Pure Pro Wrestling. I think it's really awesome that they took a little bit of time and indulge me?

Some of are probably wondering where are the sexy abs and perfect pecs? Well that's next week's post, but this week's inspiration is wrestling.

Yeah,  I've got the storyline all worked out.

Until next time Indulge Your Inner Romantic.

A Little Good News

I'm really excited about the way my writing is going. Many of you know I subbed to Evernight and received a contract. If not, here goes. I subbed Lust & Bound to Evernight Publishing and received a contract. A projected release is scheduled for July.
As I was writing this story, which took me a year btw, Busta Rhymes was the inspiration for the Zach.


There's just something about his whole persona. Maybe it's that bit of "bad boy" that comes through or maybe it's his voice, all deep and gravelly. Then again it could be the tats. Yeah, Zach has a rather extensive piece of artwork on his skin. A dragon/koi tattoo.

And for Trisha, even though she's a bit on the skinny side, I just love Jennifer Freeman's hair.

Such an unlikely couple, but boy do they make it work.


I'm also working on a few other projects. Three to be exact. One is an erotic suspense. I'm almost finished with that one. Then there are two new ones. I've grabbed a couple of familiar characters and brought them back to life. One day I'll have to introduce you to my muses. They are an interesting threesome. Oh and something totally new for me. A historical cowboy story. I know. How did that happen? It's an interesting story and I'll share it one day, just not today.

So stay tuned and I'll keep you posted on Lust & Bound's progress.
Until next time Indulge Your Inner Romantic

A Moment with Patricia Bates

1-Tell the readers a little about yourself.

I was born in a small community in northern British Columbia and moved a lot during my early years. Being the middle child I had to find a way to occupy myself and developed an amazing imagination. I have a wonderful little boy – whose teaching me about patience and understanding lol. Currently I live in Kamloops with two dogs, a leopard gecko, and four fish.

2-As an author, do you take time to read? If so, what do you like to read and who is/are your favorite author/s?

I always find time to read. You can’t write well if you’re not reading. On average I read about 15 books a month. There isn’t much I don’t read except for mysteries and horror, just can’t get into them. Favorite authors, OMG do you have a week or two – lol? I love Kresley Cole’s Immortals after Dark Series. I enjoy Julie Garwood’s historicals, Lacey Wolfe’s books – I’ve read one and her free reads are fantastic… maybe it would be easier to say who I don’t like because my list is so long.

3-How do you stay motivated when the Muse is uncooperative?

I start a new project. If a character isn’t talking to me, I’ll often start a new book or even do some fan-fic writing to recharge my creative batteries. 

4-If you could go anywhere in the world on a romantic getaway, what would you do and where would you go?

Ireland and or Scotland. There’s something about the highlands, the history, the romance of the area that I love. 

5-What is the hardest thing for you to write?

The sex scenes…there are only so many ways to do the same thing – and figuring out a way to be creative and original with each scene is something I often struggle with. 

6-If you could live the life of one of your characters who would you be?

Do I have to? Most of my characters are survivors, people who are tough, rough around the edges but are stronger than you think. Any of them would be a joy to be, but I have to say picking just one to live the life of would be hard because of the depth and layers to them. 

7-The tag line on my blog is ‘Indulge Your Inner Romantic.’ What do you do to indulge?

Bubble bath and candles. With chocolate of course. Having time for romance is hard when you have two people working full time – but somehow we make the time.

Reading has been such a large part of my life. I cut my literary teeth on such author’s as Louis L’Amour, Nora Roberts and Janet Dailey. For me it wasn’t such a jump from reading the wonderful tales these author’s spun to imagining my own.  

Soon I was writing poetry, short stories and by junior high I’d written my first full length romance novel. Since then I’ve taken my love of history and my passion for writing and combined them into what I hope will continue to prove a successful career.

With six books contracted, four of which are currently available in print. All are available in electronic format with the last two ebooks due for a release in May and the other in the summer. I’m currently working on three projects, an erotic paranormal romance featuring a witch who lovesChristmas, another Ancient Ireland novel, rich in the history of the Irish Celtic peoples, and plotting out a Cowboy Series tentatively titled “The James Gang”.

Of course I’ve got a lot more on the go. I’m developing and growing my editing company with some amazing authors, working on getting the books that Blade had revamped to fit the submission guidelines for some other publishers and keeping up on my writing and being a full time mom, working outside of the house…its amazing what I can manage in a 16 hour day.

Sin's Bite: Lady Kora has spent three hundred years within the hallowed wallsof her ancestral home - now on the brink of becoming a full Vampire, she's faced with the hardest choice ever...claim her mate, one sworn to hunt her kind...or spend eternity alone.

Cowgirl's Christmas (reprint) For Holly Walker Christmas is about more than just flashing lights, it’s about having some sexy time with her husband. This year, however, she’s got a secret that could destroy everything…or save their future.

Firecracker: Widow Amy Harvard has spent years married to one man while lusting after another. Now she's free to follow her heart if only Bradley Harvard were more cooperative.

Phantom Pleasure: Forced into an arranged marriage, Frances MacKenny is murdered on her wedding night. After spending decades haunting her ancestral home, a handsome cowboy arrives. Shedding her one-hundred-fifty-year, self-imposed isolation, she decides to focus all her attention on the sexy male resident.

For the first time in years, Logan Harris has a shot at living his dream by owning the best horse ranch in Virginia. At first, everything appears to be lining up perfectly. But then strange things begin to occur. And when he finds himself longing for beautiful ghost, he fears he's losing his mind. Can true love transcend death?

Love Thy Neighbor: Rylee Parys, like her father and grandfather is a small time rancher with a big time problem. Embroiled in a bitter war over water and land, she stands alone against her neighbors who are dismayed to have a woman in control.

Ex-cavalry officer, Tom Duncan has returned home after the bloody civil war only to find himself in the middle of another war. Pitted against a slim, boyish looking woman, he’s uncertain who to believe. When the hostility boils over and becomes physical, Tom must make a stand.

As the clues add up these two bitter opponents must rely on each other to save not only their way of life – but the love that has grown between them.

Master's  Mistress: Sibling rivalry, deceit, and seduction flourish in Ancient Ireland as Amoda Ni Cormac struggles to free herself from the shadows of her enslavement.

His brother’s wedding brings Norse Prince Mykyl back to Bratthl’id Norway, and face to face with the proud Amoda Ni Cormac, a woman destined to be his oldest brother’s concubine. Driven by revenge, Mykyl steals the emerald eyed beauty.

Bound by duty, secrets, and lies, Mykyl and Amoda are caught in a battle for survival that will ultimately set them free.

Viscount's Prize: The rogue spy and his sheltered courtesan must fight to find a far more ephemeral reward than mere passion – they must try to survive falling in love in a time when love isn’t fashionable.

Bordering On Love:  With his future already planned out, US Marshall Marsden isn’t ready for the spitfire who interrupts his wedding - or the feelings she stirs on a wild chase to find his errant younger brother. For Marie Logan, defending her sister is just another day on the farm. That is until she finds herself falling for the one man she'll never have.