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	Holding On To Faith	by Joy Argento May 24, 2012	$6.99	56327 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Joy has been doing artwork since she was a small child, and writing for the last three years. Her books have become favorites for lesbian readers.
	Amnad's Beqeust (Gay Mature Romance)	by Stephen Kessel May 24, 2012	$4.99	39091 words	Sample 5%
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	Whispered Words	by Comicality May 24, 2012	$2.99	25379 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I've been writing for a long time now, always looking for a new challenge to create a true experience for each and every reader who happens to stumble across my books by accident. I've always been a huge fan of science fiction and paranormal thrillers, and comic books where I got my start growing up. Nothing teaches you more about complexity of character and story arcs than those old comic graphic novels, in my opinion. And character is a huge focus of mine. So I certainly hope you enjoy these stories and my others over at Amazon.com. You will always get an emotional and heartfelt effort from me, each and every time. Have fun! I'll let the writing speak for itself from here on out. Feel free to write me anytime at Comicality@webtv.net
	The Statue	by Zathyn Priest May 23, 2012	$2.95	17962 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Zathyn Priest is an Australian writer of gay fiction. His available works include – The Curtis Reincarnation, The Slayer’s Apprentice, Liquid Glass, Left of Center, Emrys Amara, One of Those Days, and The Statue. Zathyn is also a freelance artist specialising in graphic fiction, book covers, and promotional art. He lives with his husband, Sam. They share their home with a greyhound called Chrissy, a cat named Fran, and Charlie the duck.
	Always Masked	by Megan Derr May 23, 2012	$2.99	12371 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Megan grew up a military brat and traveled extensively with her family. She is now firmly settled in Ohio, with two roommates and their five cats. She has always been book obsessed, and writing obsessed since she first gave it a whirl in college. Romance and fantasy are her primary obsessions, but she’s game to write just about anything and enjoys a challenge. She is a sucker for stories of enemies becoming lovers. When not writing, Megan is drinking too much coffee, reading still more books, and harassing family and friends, or otherwise doing whatever possible to avoid editing.
	His Brother's Boyfriend	by Ava Michaels May 23, 2012	$2.99	13767 words	Sample 15%
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	Subjugation and Surrender	by Tadgh Faolan May 23, 2012	$2.99	22282 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Tadgh Faolan [Tigh Fwaylon], whose name mean poetic wolf, was born and raised in Ireland. His lineage derives from a folk known throughout history as the men of wolves. They were thought of fondly in ancient Irish history, known for protecting people lost in the forest. They also served Celtic kings and were granted tracks of land for this service. Tadgh spends the majority of his time in the woods where he does most of his writing. He keeps his personal life extremely private but can be reached by email at rafe20@prodigy.net.
	The Archbishop Comes for Gabriel	by Lee Patton May 23, 2012	$2.99	7765 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: After growing up in an immigrant/lumbering/fishing town on California's Mendocino Coast, and after college in Sacramento and San Francisco, I headed to Colorado to teach high school and work on my M.A. in Denver University’s Writing Program. In the late 80’s, I wrote plays for Denver’s legendary Changing Scene. That led me to develop plays produced in Arizona, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Alaska, then off-off Broadway in New York. A scholarship sent me to London to study theatre, where a jealous-love murder threat in our dorm inspired the fictionalized events of my first novel, Nothing Gold Can Stay (Alyson Books, 2000, published as Casey Nelson to avoid embarrassing my fellow students and teachers). In the second novel, Love and Genetic Weaponry: The Beginner's Guide (Alyson Books, 2009), I explored a completely fictitious Hitchcockian-paranoid-romance set among very real Western landscapes. The idea of the amateur sleuth fascinated me, especially my protagonist, Ray O’Brien, a young teacher forced into the role of accidental detective. He must solve the mystery and defuse danger using only his everyday wits and evolving insights into human nature. Like my character, I have found myself in the midst of a role I never predicted—accidental mystery writer. But I’m at work on the third novel in the series, Fresh Grave in Grand Canyon, which gives me a chance to explore more of what I love—whitewater rafting and the canyon’s surreal geology—and develop another romance interrupted, of course, by murder.
	Stallions & Studs: Shoulda Been a Cowboy	by Terry O'Reilly May 23, 2012	$3.99	21800 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Terry O’Reilly is a retired school teacher living a quiet life in the Midwest with his three dogs and his horse. He began writing several years ago at the urging of a friend and fellow author. He has books available through several publishers, including Amber Allure Press, Aspen Mountain Press, eXcessica Publishing, and JMS Books LLC. Writing has become an important part of his life, allowing him to explore his own thoughts, needs, and feelings, as well as learn about other cultures and eras as he researches his stories.
	A Cowboy's Heart	by J.M. Snyder May 23, 2012	$4.99	39802 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: An author of gay erotic romance, J.M. Snyder began self-publishing gay erotic fiction in 2002. Since then, Snyder has worked with several e-publishers, most notably Amber Allure Press and eXcessica Publishing. Snyder’s short fiction has appeared online at Ruthie’s Club, Tit-Elation, Eros Monthly, and Amazon Shorts, as well as in anthologies released by Alyson Books, Cleis Press, and others. For more book excerpts, free fiction, and purchasing information, please visit http://jmsnyder.net.
	Gay Sex Erotic Stories: Volume 2 (Three Short Erotic Gay Tales)	by Judy Orr May 23, 2012	$0.99	14289 words	Sample 5%
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	Gay Sex Erotic Stories: Volume 1 (Three Short Erotic Gay Tales)	by Judy Orr May 23, 2012	$0.99	28255 words	Sample 5%
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	Converting the Cop (Seducing the Married Police Officer)	by Bree Bellucci May 22, 2012	$2.99	5019 words	Sample 30%
	Author bio: My name is Bree Bellucci. I'm a nurse by day and a sex fiend by night :) Writing sexy smut has been a hobby of mine for years. I started out writing stories for my own pleasure and eventually began sharing with friends. There is no better way to get me horny than reading about a slut doing whatever it takes to please her partner, or partners. The greatest erogenous zone is the mind, and erotica is the best way to turn it on! There can never be enough good smut, read on, and check my site for updates and new releases!
	September Surgeon Shamed	by Bill McGrath May 22, 2012	$2.99	50216 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Bill McGrath has lived in the north Texas since 1989. He is married and has raised three daughters and a son. He has had several careers including; Computer Programmer, Cab Driver, Factory Worker, Volunteer Coordinator, and Customer Service Representative. Now that you have bought this book he will also claim that he is an Author.
	The Sand Bar	by Owen Keehnen May 21, 2012	$6.99	115360 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Inducted in the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame in 2011, writer and historian Owen Keehnen’s fiction, essays, erotica, reviews and interviews have appeared in hundreds of magazines, newspapers and anthologies worldwide including the upcoming University of Wisconsin collection Windy City Queer. Keehnen was the former programming director of Gerber Hart Library, and longtime Chicago volunteer to various political, social, and service organizations. He was on the founding committee of The Legacy Project and currently serves as secretary for the LGBT history-education-arts program focused on pride, acceptance, and bringing recognition to the courageous lives and contributions of international LGBTQ historical figures. He lives in Chicago with his tolerant partner Carl and their spoiled dogs Flannery and Fitzgerald.
	Lawyers In The Window: The Gay Threesome	by Zachery White May 20, 2012	$2.99	2418 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Born in 1979, raised in the inner city, Zachery Byron White was destined to write. From a young age he would write stories for the children in his neighborhood. It's no surprised that to this day, Zachery is selling eBooks for the masses.
	The Thanksgiving Week	by J. David May 20, 2012	$3.99	21776 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Hello my fellow story lovers, I'm Joseph. I'm married to a wonderful woman, and we have one son. I live a quiet and private life, so saying things here is not my cup of tea. But I wanted to thank you for buying, or considering buying any of my work. My hope is to build a family of friends, going through this life we all have to go through, with the small exception of maybe a few hours away from it, to escape into a story, that I'm hoping will become part of your being, as it already has mine. These characters are so real to me, I take considerably time in thought, before any words are written. I may see something as we shop, that triggers a scene, or maybe a call I get, may give me insight to something I'm struggling with, so I take real life situations in all my writings. I'll be setting up a Facebook account, so you will have the means to send me suggestions, desires, and thoughts of the direction this story is taken. I have been working on "The Thanksgiving Week, book two" and should have it available soon. Thank you again. I hope to become good friends with you throughout the coming years. J. David
	Red Falcon's District	by Leilani Beck May 20, 2012	$3.99	166783 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Leilani Beck is a rather secretive soul…it must arise from years of being resigned to her childless spinster status. Her days are consumed with several part-time jobs, caring for her sister Amy’s five children, and scrounging enough free time to get some writing done. Her lifelong dream has always involved becoming a full-time novelist, and she has yet to grow out of it. Now that she has finally gotten her first book published, she is fully consumed with adding to her collection. While her favorite genre is fantasy, she fully intends to dabble in others. Who knows just what the future might hold for this young and unknown author?
	The Search for Sonja	by Jo Hadley May 20, 2012	$2.99	115188 words	Sample 20%
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	The Lying Heart	by Jo Hadley May 19, 2012	$2.99	77209 words	Sample 20%
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	Words Like Forever	by Tami Porter-Jones May 19, 2012	$3.99	77696 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Tami Porter-Jones was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. She studied Computer Science at the University of Utah and worked in that field for nearly a decade before taking a hiatus from life and pursuing her passion for writing. She wrote Words Like Forever, because it was the type of book she wanted to read. She has lived in several different parts of the United States as well as Manchester, England. Recently, she moved back to Salt Lake City, Utah and spends her time fighting for human equality and women's equality, when she is not writing. She also has recently developed an interest in slam poetry. She volunteers at the Utah Pride Center, attends rallies and tells anyone who will listen about the importance of voting. There are two sequels to Words Like Forever currently underway.
	Familiar Stranger	by Sandra Jean-Pierre May 19, 2012	$0.99	3152 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Sandra Jean-Pierre is an amateur photographer, short story writer, poet and mean crafter of crocheted afghans.
	Intrigued By First Sight	by Erin Miller May 19, 2012	$5.99	67836 words	Sample 15%
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	Rowan	by Adele Cosgrove-Bray May 19, 2012	$5.99	100106 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Adele Cosgrove-Bray is the author of a series of dark urban fantasy/paranormal romance novels which follow the lives of a community of artisan-sorcerers based in Liverpool, England. Her short fiction and poetry is available in several ebooks and paperbacks. Adele shares life on the Wirral peninsula in England with one husband, two dogs, one cat, various chickens, an assortment of hedgehogs and bats, and a large black toad which lives under the patio step.
	Submit	by Hunter Shotz May 18, 2012	$1.99	6803 words	Sample 10%
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	Sunblood	by Maria Mora May 18, 2012	$3.99	21852 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Maria Mora used to write fairy stories in her math notebook when she was supposed to be learning long division. Now she fills her Google docs with daydreams when she's supposed to be working. She loves mysterious boys, magic and talking animals. Her articles on parenting and special needs can be found on SheKnows.com.
	Concord Grape: Unexpected	by TC Blue May 18, 2012	$7.99	87187 words	Sample 15%
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	The Cabin	by Vic Winter May 18, 2012	$1.99	3134 words	Sample 15%
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	Suck it Up	by Berengaria Brown May 18, 2012	$1.99	3645 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Berengaria is a multi-published author of erotic romance: contemporary, paranormal (ghosts, vampires, fairies and werewolves), futuristic, and Regency-set historical. She loves to read all different kinds of romance so that is what she writes: one man/one woman; two women; two men; two men/one woman; three men, two women/one man…. Whatever the characters need for their very hot happily-ever-after, Berengaria makes sure they get it.
	Heaven Sent, a Hammer story	by Sean Michael May 18, 2012	$2.49	5482 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Often referred to as "Space Cowboy" and "Gangsta of Love" while still striving for the moniker of "Maurice," Sean Michael spends his days surfing, smutting, organizing his immense gourd collection and fantasizing about one day retiring on a small secluded island peopled entirely by horseshoe crabs. While collecting vast amounts of vintage gay pulp novels and mood rings, Sean whiles away the hours between dropping the f-bomb and persuing the kama sutra by channeling the long lost spirit of John Wayne and singing along with the soundtrack to "Chicago." A long-time writer of complicated haiku, currently Sean is attempting to learn the advanced arts of plate spinning and soap carving sex toys. Barring any of that? He'll stick with writing his stories, thanks, and rubbing pretty bodies together to see if they spark.
	Flight to Joy, a Torquere Menage	by Berengaria Brown May 18, 2012	$1.99	3437 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Berengaria is a multi-published author of erotic romance: contemporary, paranormal (ghosts, vampires, fairies and werewolves), futuristic, and Regency-set historical. She loves to read all different kinds of romance so that is what she writes: one man/one woman; two women; two men; two men/one woman; three men, two women/one man…. Whatever the characters need for their very hot happily-ever-after, Berengaria makes sure they get it.
	8402	by Kelly Newson May 18, 2012	$0.99	14004 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Kelly J Newson also known as Kelz was born in Harbor City, California but raised in Los Angeles. At the age of eight she had her first piece of poetry published and has been writing ever since. However, it wasn't until attending John C Fremont High School in Los Angeles, CA that lead Kelly J Newson to write her first short story, 'Knights of Kenai' and shortly thereafter begin writing and putting together her first book 'Opening Wounds.' Though it wasn't until attending Rio Hondo College that she begin to take writing more seriously and share what she wrote. In fact it wasn't until meeting her former mentor and professor that she begin sharing her work and eventually building that confidence and gaining inspiration to want to share her work. Through this new found inspiration came the release of her debut play 'Making the Deal,' in November 2007 which got great feedback and while Kelly J Newson would love to continue in theatre and film she wanted to first make an imprint in the literary world. So she continued working on Opening Wounds thus releasing it in 2009. Kelly J Newson also designed the cover of Opening Wounds, showcasing not only her writing talents but her artistic talents as well. Shortly after the release of Opening Wounds Kelly J Newson met DJ Kelly J, a DJ in Las Vegas, Nevada who interviewed her on xradio.biz and Kelly also had „Cali Kids‟ from Opening Wounds featured on http://www.guysandgirlsonline.com Then in August 2009, Kelly J Newson begin writing new material for her next book and she released her second book Before the SunRises in May 2010. This time she showcased her talent in writing poetry, short stories and plays. The release of Before the Sunrises was Kelly J Newson's way of jumping into the world of fiction and showing that she is more than just a poet but a fiction writer as well just like her predecessors Langston Hughes and Edgar Allan Poe. Unlike Opening Wounds, Before the SunRises was released in three different formats, hardcover, softcover and ebook giving readers no matter their preference of reading a choice. Readers are able to enjoy Before the SunRises in hardcover, softcover, ebook (kindle, blackberry, iphone, ipod or other smartphone or device that supports the kindle or Barnes & Noble app.) Before the Sunrises can also be downloaded onto your ipad. Before the SunRises is available worldwide at www.beforethesunrises.com www.bn.com wwww.amazon.com www.borders.com or you can order at your local Barnes and Noble. In November 2010 Kelly J Newson signed with Bootcamp Enterprises as her management thus launching her career as a writer. Kelly J Newson is currently working on a new chapbook entitled 'For Langston...' which will be up for free download April 30, 2012 also Kelly J Newson is currently a writer for The Guardian Express Newspaper in Las Vegas, NV (guardianlv.com)as well as a writer for My Lesbian Love Letters (official-my3Ls.com)
	Memorial Day	by Bryan Serwatka May 18, 2012	$2.99	56941 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I was born in Killeen, Texas in 1985 and now currently live in Leeds, England with my partner. I am a musician and songwriter in Leeds-based band Backyards and Memorial Day is my first novel.
	Backspace - an eRomance	by Jules Whimsy May 18, 2012	$4.99	33896 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Unlike some authors, Jules Whismy would rather not spit-polish a biography to sound exciting and interesting. That time, after all, can be better used to write the next story. However, this bio is included so that Jules doesn't feel left out of the cool kids club and those searching for more information on the writer won't feel forgotten.
	Between Her Legs (transgender erotica)	by Livia Bloom May 17, 2012	$2.99	4045 words	Sample 15%
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	Fisting Sisters, Part 2 (Pseudo Incest)	by Sonia Robinson May 17, 2012	$1.99	9857 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: The Honeypot Series is my little experiment, a hodge podge of erotica. I like to think I bring my background in literary fiction to the medium, but as you read it you'll see I'm not afraid to get down and dirty... and perhaps more importantly, trashy and fun. ABOUT: I'm an author of taboo and steamy erotica with a submission and domination slant. I try to make each story as different as possible, dabbling in various sub-categories to keep it exciting. I'm 28, bisexual, unmarried and live to write. A hopeless outsider who never thought I'd be self-publishing erotica. For comments or questions, requests or errors, I'm at: SoniaGRobinson@gmail.com
	A Fairy Tale	by John Saul May 17, 2012	$5.99	47794 words	Sample 20%
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	Eleanor - a novel	by D E Austin May 17, 2012	$4.99	180155 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Stories from ancient Sumer to 1930's America to a "Mad Maxish" future, though most revolve around love and romance in unusual or forbidden circumstances. Some eroticism though more of an imaginative, speculative or "literary" sort rather than blatantly descriptive eroticism. (extended preview of some books at homepage - deaustin.weebly.com)
	Campcookies	by Maria Santicelli May 17, 2012	$1.29	3920 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: I'm writing smutty stuff ... 'nuff said ;-)
	Falling	by Sandra Jean-Pierre May 17, 2012	$0.99	4732 words	Sample 25%
	Author bio: Sandra Jean-Pierre is an amateur photographer, short story writer, poet and mean crafter of crocheted afghans.
	Rules of the Game	by Penelope Rivers May 17, 2012	$5.99	51742 words	Sample 20%
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	The Gift	by V.S. Morgan May 17, 2012	$1.99	7809 words	Sample 10%
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	Persuasion	by Francine Saint Marie May 17, 2012	$6.50	40112 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Francine Saint Marie's debut novel "The Secret Keeping" (book one of her trilogy) was a LAMBDA Notable Book, a Goldie Award finalist, a semi-finalist for the Independent Publishers Award, and an IPPY Award Bronze medalist. Her trilogy, "The Secret Trilogy" was nominated for the Ferro/Grumley literary prize in fiction. She is also the author of "Girl Trouble" a collection of thematic shorts, and "Write Now! How to Write That Novel--Today". A fine artist and writer, she was born, educated, and currently resides in the USA. Her newest novel "Persuasion" is slated for release by September 15, 2011. Francine says: "Thank you TONS for purchasing, downloading, and reviewing my titles on this site--much appreciated!"
	In Jack's Bed (Part 3 of the Jack The Lad series)	by C.J. Sneere May 16, 2012	$0.99	4350 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: C.J. Sneere writes m/m fiction from his home amidst concrete giants. That's his fancy way of saying he's an urban jungle dweller. He doesn't do Twitter or Facebook. He's too busy doing bears and pretty boys instead.
	12 Months Later	by Amanda Smith May 16, 2012	$0.99	2467 words	Sample 20%
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	California Dreamers	by Mark Abramson May 16, 2012	$7.99	99579 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Born and raised a Minnesota farm-boy, Mark Abramson has lived in San Francisco so long he is now a native. Not only did he survive the worst of the AIDS years in California, but also the Reagan era AND both Bush administrations. He is thrilled that the Beach Reading series, his first foray into fiction, has been so successful and he is grateful to the loyal fans of Tim, Aunt Ruth, Artie and the rest of the gang. For Mark, it’s easier to make up stories about the Castro because no one would believe all of the true ones!
	Captain Harding and His Men	by Elliott Mackle May 16, 2012	$6.99	61762 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: Elliott Mackle covered the 1996 Olympic Games for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. An AJC staff writer, he served as the newspaper’s dining critic for a decade, also reporting on military affairs, travel and the national restaurant scene. His first novel, It Takes Two, was a finalist for a Lambda Literary Award. He lives in Atlanta with his partner of nearly forty years.
	GhosTV (PsyCop #6)	by Jordan Castillo Price May 16, 2012	$6.79	110997 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Jordan Castillo Price's influences include Ouija boards, Return of the Living Dead, "light as a feather, stiff as a board," and boys in eyeliner.
	We're Not Fighting	by J.M. Snyder May 16, 2012	$2.99	5438 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: An author of gay erotic romance, J.M. Snyder began self-publishing gay erotic fiction in 2002. Since then, Snyder has worked with several e-publishers, most notably Amber Allure Press and eXcessica Publishing. Snyder’s short fiction has appeared online at Ruthie’s Club, Tit-Elation, Eros Monthly, and Amazon Shorts, as well as in anthologies released by Alyson Books, Cleis Press, and others. For more book excerpts, free fiction, and purchasing information, please visit http://jmsnyder.net.
	Singing Alone	by Jennifer Cierra May 16, 2012	$2.99	11048 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Jennifer Cierra is an author of gay fiction and erotica based in Southern California. She discovered slash fiction at the age of thirteen and was ruined from then on. She is most susceptible to bribes of chocolate, coffee, and good books.