New Release-Review & Giveaway: COME, PLAY - AN EROTICA CHARITY ANTHOLOGY

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Come, Play - An M/M Erotica Charity Anthology

Authors: Quin Perin, A.G. Carothers, E.M. Denning, Emma Jaye, K.C. Wells, Lynn Van Dorn, Luna David, Sara Dobie Bauer, T.M. Chris, T.S. McKinney

Cover Artist: Morningstar Ashley

Release Date: June 11, 2019

Genre/s: M/M Erotica, M/M BDSM

Trope/s: Including hurt/comfort, first time, forbidden and others

Themes: Anthology includes BDSM and erotica. 

It has a wide variety of tastes/themes

Heat Rating: A mix of 4 and 5 flames. 

This anthology features a collection of erotic M/M short stories. 

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Blurb

Watch and Learn if the Coach’s Little Kitten can be Tamed. 

Follow the Doctor’s Orders and read all about Brotherly Love. 

Understand Abstract Love and then take a peek at A Kink Chronicles Short. 

It’s all about Pretty Boys, The Kiss, and Particular Tastes bundled up in this must-have erotic anthology.

Come, play with us.

Abstract Love by Sara Dobie Bauer

A Kink Chronicles Short by Luna David

Brotherly Love by Lynn Van Dorn

Coach’s Little Kitten by Quin Perin

Doctor’s Orders by Emma Jaye

Particular Tastes by T.S. McKinney

Pretty Boy by E.M. Denning

Tamed by T.M. Chris

The Kiss by A.G. Carothers

Watch and Learn by K.C. Wells

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Carra's Review

Coach’s Little Kitten by Quin & Perin
This was my first introduction to kitten play, and it was at the same time both cute and sexy. What it also was? Naughty and HOT. Those who like size disparity will be soundly pleased, and the opposites contrast extends beyond just size. This story also brings up the thought of what could possibly happen once Caleb is no longer in school…just sayin’.

Abstract Love by Sara Dobie Bauer
This one is not so much erotica as it is the beginning of a love story, and I enjoyed it tremendously. It’s written with a lot of emotion and feeling, and I adored how Sam fits with Donovan. Saminasuit…LOVED.

The Kiss by A.G. Carothers
A deeper delving into kink can be found here with Liam—who identifies as asexual, and who is into pain—and Gavin, a dominant at the BDSM club to which they both belong. Even for a shorter work as this, it’s still plenty of time to lay out Liam’s unexpected (to him) journey into play with a man, and into finding a lot more than what he bargained for…in a VERY good way.

Pretty Boy by E.M. Denning
Pretty Boy dips into the taboo pool with Mark and Paul, half brothers. All about raw, primal need and the visceral need to be owned, this story will not be for everyone but if you’re wanting to check out that pool yourself this is a good place to start—and not just for the half brother aspect.

Particular Tastes by T.S. McKinney
Hot guys? Check. Hot sex? Check. Inappropriateness in the work environment? Check. Christian is everything I love in a sexy, hot, pierced alpha male (mmm…yes), and Hudson is perfect as a twink-but-still-deadly match for him. Hudson may not actually be straight as everyone has thought…

Doctor’s Orders by Emma Jaye
Here we get to take a look at an established couple, Nate and Alex. Alex has plenty of his own issues, and how he deals with them is an issue in itself. Nate’s a doctor, and definitely has his caretaker thing going on with Alex. And Nate does do whatever he needs to do to take care of him…including bringing an interesting fantasy of Alex’s to life. Some readers will definitely be getting introduced to a new kink with this story!

Brotherly Love by Lynn Van Dorn
Stepbrothers. Lace and satin undergarments. A bit of makeup. ’Nuff said, right? Another dip into that taboo pool here (though seriously folks, step-siblings aren’t related by blood, y’all know that, right?), where we get to see glimpses of Jay and Jamie growing up, slowly leading to it all coming to a head. A very hot and naughty head.

A Kink Chronicles Short by Luna David
Jeeeeezus. Please excuse me while I go take an ice bath. Pure eroticism, sensual as hell, and it might leave you short of breath…in a very, VERY good way. Told from both Knox and Zach’s points of view, we get a quick exploration of their D/s relationship which has the interesting kink of Zach’s need for humiliation. I confess, that’s one kink I can’t understand personally—but the author takes that and turns it into something crazy hot and intensely erotic. As a matter of fact, “erotic” describes every single page of this story. And that’s before the second couple—another D/s couple with whom Knox and Zach are close friends—enters the picture. Damn, I need a cold drink.

Tamed by T.M. Chris
If you’re a fan of a sub who just does not listen, and you like stories that center on discipline, this will be a story for you. I’m not really into this type of D/s relationship, so this story made me a bit impatient.

Watch and Learn by K.C. Wells
To wrap everything up? Just about everything under the sun. Okay, not everything but an all-out impressive attempt at it. The key here for Zac and Chris? WATCH. Voyeurism is definitely Zac’s thing. What Chris has him watch? That’s where the wide array of acts comes into play. Exhibitionism, fisting, shibari, watersports, flogging, menage, DP…there’s a whole spectrum of things to be found here—all with the purpose of Zac watching. Deliciously naughty, probably a bit eye-opening for some readers, and all in the name of Chris showing Zac that penetrative sex is not the be-all, end-all.

In conclusion
One thing the stories in this anthology have in common is that they all have the potential for a lot more, which has me hoping that the authors might decide to use these as springboards into full-fledged novels at some point. Those that were written as an extra look into an existing world have me looking those stories up to add to my reading list. This is an amazing collection, supporting an incredible cause, and gets all 5 stars from me—definitely a highly recommended read for the M/M erotic romance/erotica fans out there! And the “well, duh” disclaimer…this anthology is strictly for readers 18+ for adult language and erotic sexual content, including some topics that some readers may consider taboo (go ahead, you know that’s one of the reasons you want to read it!).

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Quin Perin - A.G. Carothers - E.M. Denning - Emma Jaye - K.C. Wells - Lynn Van Dorn - Luna David - Sara Dobie Bauer - T.M. Chris - T.S. McKinney

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Review, Excerpt & Giveaway: SEPARATION by Louise Lyons

Separation

Release date: March 31, 2017

Length: 45,000 words

Cover design: Simon Searle

Blurb

Matthew Langford is told on his twenty-first birthday that he has a twin. After the initial shock, he quickly realizes this is why he always felt part of him was missing. His search takes him 200 miles to Devon, UK, where he meets fraternal twin, Tremaine Wheal.

The pair discover many things in common, and quickly become as close as if they’d never been separated. But when they share a moment in a nightclub, each realizes there is more between them than having shared a womb. Panic sets in and they part. Once again their separation brings loneliness and pain.

Eventually, unable to stay away from each other, they tentatively move forward together as lovers. But secrets don’t stay secret for long, and discovery and questions threaten their happiness.

This is a taboo story featuring twins. 

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Excerpt

Matt met my eyes and grinned. "Do you want to eat out or order some food in?"

"Let's go out. I actually have money now. My turn to treat you. Maybe not pasta?"

Matt laughed again. "What is there around here other than fish and chips?"

"Well, there's fish and chips." I made a face. "Most of the restaurants around here have a lot of seafood on the menu, but there are a few good pubs. Pub grub okay?"

"Yeah, I could go for a decent steak. You should probably get changed first." 

I quickly cleaned up and put on a new pair of jeans. We walked to a local pub, ate steak, drank beer, and talked about everything and nothing. When we returned to the house, Matt broached the subject we'd both been avoiding.

"We should talk about what happened."

"I suppose." 

"It's… this wasn't supposed to happen."

"I know." I sat beside him on the couch so I didn't have to look at him. 

"No one can find out."

"I know that!" I dragged a hand through my hair and sighed. "I'm sorry. I told you I want you. But if we keep doing this, it might f*ck everything up. We both know it's wrong. I don't even know why I feel like this. I don't want to lose you over it. I've waited too long for you to find me."

"You won't lose me." Matt touched my arm. "Look at me, will you?" Reluctantly, I met his eyes. "I love you. You won't lose me. Twenty-one years without you was enough."

A thrill ran through me at his words, even though I knew he meant it like a brother, the way he was supposed to. "Love you, too."

"When did it start for you? The other stuff?"

"The first day." Heat flooded my face, and I broke the eye contact. "You don't look like me. You look like the kind of guy I'd normally go for."

"Same. I mean, it wasn't the first day, I don't think. I was so excited and relieved to find you, that's all I was thinking about then. It kind of crept up on me. After the club, I couldn't stop thinking about it." Matt sighed heavily. "I don't suppose we're the only ones."

"I've read some stuff," I admitted. "About siblings not generally being attracted to each other when they grow up together. Maybe it's because we only just met now; never even knew about each other."

"Maybe."

"So, what do we do?"

"I don't know, Tam. I don't think we should rush anything."

Carra's Review

Even with as much as I read, this is the first time I’ve read a taboo romance M/M story.  Traditional societal conventions would declare situations such as what’s presented in this story as off limits and unacceptable—but for those actually involved, whether in fiction or real life, it’s not necessarily so black and white.  Separation explores this, and the author does an outstanding job at showing the emotions involved and the impact on not just the main characters, but on those closest to them as well.

Matt and Tam are opposites only in the respect of their upbringing and lifestyles, otherwise there is a lot about themselves that is remarkably similar even though they were brought up apart-totally unaware of each other’s existence, but both feeling incomplete.  When they first meet, it’s awkward—and when that first real spark happens, it’s unsettling for both of them while at the same time…right.  Though they do try to resist, it’s as if there’s an inevitability inherent in their matchup that keeps them drawn to each other.

The thing is, if you were to ignore the fact that they are brothers—twins (fraternal, not identical)—all you would see as you read this is a beautiful love story.  Their emotional bond, deep feelings, and pure love for each other is moving and true…it’s the fact that they ARE twin brothers that sets their relationship apart and introduces the tension and drama into the story, creating that taboo aspect.  I will admit that at times it made Matt and Tam’s relationship feel weird to me, though I attribute that to those societal conventions I mentioned earlier.  Anything outside of what the masses accept as “normal” always induces feelings of uneasiness, and it is those feelings warring with the opposing feelings stirred by the unconditional, boundless love Matt and Tam have for each other that created turmoil for me as I read.

But a good story does that to you-causes you to question accepted customs and weigh them against what you (and in this case the characters) know is truly love and dedication—regardless of what others may think and what the ramifications might be.  Matt and Tam’s story is moving, and while it will throw many readers far out of their comfort zone, their happiness and contentment when they are together is truly undeniable…even if it makes you uneasy as you read.

If I were rating this story based on what mainstream society expects, it would not reflect the story being told nor the way in which the author told it.  It’s the fact that she took me out of my comfort zone, but still made me understand the love between the characters that leads me to give a 4.5-star rating to Separation.  Kudos to Ms. Lyons for tackling a taboo topic with care and grace, and for giving readers the wonderful characters of Matt and Tam.  This story is meant for readers 18+ for adult language and M/M sexual content, and the taboo nature of the relationship between the characters.  This story is not for everyone, but I hope those who read it can see beyond the traditionally accepted to what can be found beyond.

Author Bio

Louise Lyons comes from a family of writers. Her mother has a number of poems published in poetry anthologies, her aunt wrote poems for the church, and her grandmother sparked her inspiration with tales of fantasy. 

Louise first ventured into writing short stories at the grand old age of eight, mostly about little girls and ponies. She branched into romance in her teens, and MM romance a few years later, but none of her work saw the light of day until she discovered FanFiction in her late twenties. Posting stories based on some of her favourite movies, provoked a surprisingly positive response from readers. This gave Louise the confidence to submit some of her work to publishers, and made her take her writing "hobby" more seriously.

Louise lives in the UK, about an hour north of London, with a mad dog called Casper, and a collection of tropical fish and tarantulas. She works in the insurance industry by day, and spends every spare minute writing. She is a keen horse-rider, and loves to run long-distance. Some of her best writing inspiration comes to her, when her feet are pounding the open road. She often races home afterward, and grabs pen and paper to make notes.

Louise has always been a bit of a tomboy, and one of her other great loves is cars and motorcycles. Her car and bike are her pride and job, and she loves to exhibit the car at shows, and take off for long days out on the bike, with no one for company but herself.

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Cover Reveal: SEPARATION by Louise Lyons

Separation

Release date: March 31, 2017

Length: 45,000 words

Cover design: Simon Searle

Blurb

Matthew Langford is told on his twenty-first birthday that he has a twin. After the initial shock, he quickly realizes this is why he always felt part of him was missing. His search takes him 200 miles to Devon, UK, where he meets fraternal twin, Tremaine Wheal.

The pair discover many things in common, and quickly become as close as if they’d never been separated. But when they share a moment in a nightclub, each realizes there is more between them than having shared a womb. Panic sets in and they part. Once again their separation brings loneliness and pain.

Eventually, unable to stay away from each other, they tentatively move forward together as lovers. But secrets don’t stay secret for long, and discovery and questions threaten their happiness.

This is a taboo story featuring twins. 

Author Bio

Louise Lyons comes from a family of writers. Her mother has a number of poems published in poetry anthologies, her aunt wrote poems for the church, and her grandmother sparked her inspiration with tales of fantasy. 

Louise first ventured into writing short stories at the grand old age of eight, mostly about little girls and ponies. She branched into romance in her teens, and MM romance a few years later, but none of her work saw the light of day until she discovered FanFiction in her late twenties. Posting stories based on some of her favourite movies, provoked a surprisingly positive response from readers. This gave Louise the confidence to submit some of her work to publishers, and made her take her writing "hobby" more seriously.

Louise lives in the UK, about an hour north of London, with a mad dog called Casper, and a collection of tropical fish and tarantulas. She works in the insurance industry by day, and spends every spare minute writing. She is a keen horse-rider, and loves to run long-distance. Some of her best writing inspiration comes to her, when her feet are pounding the open road. She often races home afterward, and grabs pen and paper to make notes.

Louise has always been a bit of a tomboy, and one of her other great loves is cars and motorcycles. Her car and bike are her pride and job, and she loves to exhibit the car at shows, and take off for long days out on the bike, with no one for company but herself.

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