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  1. Cia
    June, June, oh miracle of months! It's June! Halfway through the year and the start of my summer break! I want to celebrate with one of my favorite genres, paranormal! So I picked a vampire story. Oooh! What could be better?! 

     
    Length: 39,181
    Description: Shade’s job is simple, catch the outlawed vampire, Garrett McQuinn. Can he still turn the sexy vamp over to the court, even when he starts to doubt that the man committed the crimes he's been charged with? Can Shade ever trust an outlaw with his life...or his heart?
    A Reader Said:  Just stumbled across your story yesterday, so I´ve been reading it for the last couple of days. I´m always a bit apprehensive about reading original fantasy type stories, because it´s my favorite genre and I hate to see it not done well. I´m really glad I did try the story out though!
    Just finished it now and it was smokin´! I especially liked the characters´ little back stories (Garret, Maggie..) and enjoyed it all round. All I can say is good luck to them all, with their committee... ~sunsbane
     
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    Woot! Wednesday! Excerpt day. I can't wait to share this exciting moment with you, because I think you want to read this story. You need to read this story. Did you catch Monday's blog featuring Chasing the Shadows by KC? Well if that didn't intrigue you, hopefully this will! 
     
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    June CSR Feature: Here Kitty, Kitty by Caz Pedroso

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Welcome to June! It's a nice, long.......... month. Yay? Well, no matter what your circumstances, there's a great way to keep yourself occupied! Read Caz Pedroso's novel Here Kitty, Kitty. A paranormal tale that started off of one of my games (you're welcome, lol) she took is so far beyond that prompt and made an awesome tale for readers to enjoy. So... enjoy! 
    Here Kitty, Kitty
    by @Caz Pedroso
     
    Length: 56,464
    Description: This started as a story for the Grid Game and has gotten bigger.

    Simon is a newly turned vampire, he's made his home in a lovely cave on a mountain.

    Unfortunately, someone else has decided they like the cave too.

    My prompt was - A newly-made vampire (verb) deep forest on a mountain no one dares enter (conjunction/pairing word) the cat won't move.
    A Reader Said: This was the latest Wednesday Brief from Caz and it was fantastic it didn't let up in action and suspense from chapter one.  ~chris191070
     
    Don't forget to come back to comment on the discussion day on Monday, June 29th. 
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    Okay, so I usually do an intro, but seriously? Do you care about what I have to say? No.... really? I'm hurt! 😢 Bah! Fine, I'll just post this awesome interview where Rob gives some AMAZING news that has me rubbing my hands and will make all of you clamor with your comments about the story and his news below. What, you want to know what it is? Really? Should I share? Shhhhould I? 😛
    If you were an animal, what would you be?
    That’s a tough one, but I think the easy answer would be bear, because I can gorge myself on sweets and then go hibernate all winter 😋
    What’s one location you’d love to go to research for a story?
    There are so many places I’d love to go, but if I’m travelling for research purposes, I think at the top of my list would be a tour of castles in Bavaria, Germany. There’s something epic and romantic about them and I’ve been fascinated with them since playing the Gabriel Knight adventure games by Sierra back in the day. I think they’d play in well with a vampire story I have bubbling in the back of my head.
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    To be honest, the current pandemic has derailed a lot of my activities. Before all this happened, I loved going to the movies with my husband, going out to dinner, and hanging out with my friends. These days, I’m spending my free time planning and outlining my next visual novel.
    If you had to only work on one project for the next year... what would it be?
    I’ve just started working on a new visual novel which explores some paranormal themes. I’m really excited about the story as well as the preliminary artwork. I hope people will be as excited as I am when I’m finally able to share some progress.
    High school. Hormones. Howling. Why werewolves as a paranormal theme?
    I wanted to explore a dominant/submissive theme (though not BDSM), and werewolves let you take that to the extreme. There’s something thrilling about losing control to a physical change, but the werewolf theme also allows you explore alpha/beta pairings, as well as biting and scent play.
    Do you like writing paranormal, science fiction, or contemporary stories the most?
    I think I like writing science fiction the most because I’m able to create worlds that are familiar but have new or unexpected twists, or I can just go crazy and create something totally new and different.
    Timber Pack Chronicles has a great flow between the chapters. Did you write this story completely before you posted it, or was it shared as a serial work?
    I’d say it was about 75% finished before I started posting the chapters. I staggered the chapter posts with about a week between if I remember right, and that gave me time to finish the ending and also incorporate some feedback I received.
    If you could pick one character to meet in person, Parker or Colton, which would you pick?
    I’d have to pick Colton for sure. I mean, who doesn’t want a big strong overly-confident man to take charge and show them who’s boss? 😋
    Colton and Jed both have stories in Timber Pack Chronicles series. Do you think you’ll go back and write more for the pack?
    I have outlined a couple of plots for future stories in the Timber Pack universe, but honestly, they’ll likely end up as short stories or novella-length stories as opposed to full-length novels. I hope to have something finished later this year, maybe for Halloween or Christmas!
    Can you share anything else about your current or future projects with your GA fans?
    Currently, I’m re-editing a previously published novella for re-publishing, and also re-working an erotic short I wrote. My first visual novel Human Cargo is wrapping up, with only a few final pieces of artwork in the queue.
    Planning and writing has also begun on my next visual novel, and I’ll be spending the next few months working on that. As I said, the preliminary artwork is fantastic, and I hope people will be as excited as I am when I’m finally able to share some progress.
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    Did you catch Monday's blog featuring this month's Classic Author? Viv wrote a story of Halloween treats and troubles for teens that just can't be beat. Have you read it? Monday's reader comment was someone who enjoyed this story as a teen, who found it as their first and one of their favorite stories on the site. What do you think?
     
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    May is a month of seasonal changes. Here in the northern hemisphere, the flowers and blooming and love is in the air.  Time for a romance? Or maybe I can tempt you away to a darker pursuits with this Halloween short story, All I Wanted by @viv from the 2006 Fall Anthology. I know someone was certainly tempting someone in the tale....

    Length: 9,732
    Description: Okay so I can admit it, I’m a freak. It’s official, and I say that only because it’s true. Sitting here, waiting for the doorbell to ring again, or to hear some low knock on our heavy wooden door from some costumed children, accompanied by some less than enthusiastic adults who are constantly reminding their kids to say thank you, I had managed to separate all the candy bars in the bowl I held in my lap, by flavor. I mean what kind of head case does that?
    A Reader Said: This was actually my first story I ever read when I joined GA, and still remains my favorite piece on the whole site. I was 17 when I first read it, and the realism of the teenage characters rung so true to real life it totally engrossed me. Every once in a while I come back to reread this story and it never gets old. I love this short.
     
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    Welcome to 2019! The Can't Stop Reading book club continues, and this winter month drags on without a holiday and with so many facing a post-festivities let down. So let's have some fun with fanfiction story by @Laura S. Fox titled Nude Pics Please! She shares some information and backstory on the original Chinese comics this is based on in her story note, so make sure you check out all the info! So enjoy the story and come back to catch my review with Laura and share your thoughts on this 23k novella on the last Monday of the month, January 28th. 
     
    Nude Pics Please!
    by Laura S. Fox
     
    Length: 23,019
    Description: To give a little bit of context for anyone who didn't read the manhua, the characters starring in my little fanfiction piece here are He Tian and Mo Guan Shan, two boys who are sort of in a cat and mouse game. This story starts after He Tian sends Mo Guan Shan a dick pic to tease the guy. The characters are aged up, so they are in their last year of high school and of legal age.
     
    A Reader Said: Great story! Really enjoyed reading this.  ~ Ricknc
     
    Don't forget to come back and share your thoughts on the Discussion Day on Monday, January 28th! 
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    May CSR Feature: Timber Pack Chronicles by Rob Colton

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Okay, so I admit it... this month's feature is all about a comfort read for me! I recently re-read Rob's Degan Chronicles stories, cause... awesome. Yes. I've loved Rob's work since I found him way back when on another site, and I cheered when he came to GA. His fans are legion, of course, so I know a lot of GA persons have read this story as well. If not... well, maybe many of us have some time on our hands while the whole world tries to stay healthy? What better way than reading? 
     
    Timber Pack Chronicles
    by @Rob Colton
     
    Length: 93,326
    Description: The object of Parker Montgomery's crush is big man on campus Colton Butler, who is much more than he appears to be. Colton has been watching Parker from a distance, patiently waiting for the day when he will finally be able to claim his destined mate. When Parker is threatened by a rogue wolf, Colton's instincts take over and he finds that his actions have consequences that threaten to tear his pack apart.
    A reader said: Captivating characters, compelling storyline, electric erotic action, this story hits the mark on all of the above. Great work all around, thank you. ~Miles Long
     
    Don't forget to come back to comment on the discussion day on Monday, May 25th. 
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    April CSR Discussion Day: Clockwise Series by Aditus

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Well, it's come already. Can't believe it! How has spring come had flown so fast? We're already approaching May, but not before we chat about this month's featured short series, Clockwise, by Aditus. Did you read the series? Do you have a favorite story out of the four? I wonder if it matches his favorite? Read on to find out!!
    Do you eat your fruits and vegetables?
    I’m vegetarian, so, yes I eat lots of fruits and vegetables.
    Chocolate or Vanilla?
    What’s vanilla without chocolate? Both!
    What's your favorite room in your house? Do you plot or write there?
    In winter it’s the living room/office. I sometimes space out and stare at the slowly moving reflections of the rock crystals hanging from the curtain rods, and plot. In summer I love to write in a room part house, part garden.
    What’s something personal about you people might be surprised to know?
    I own a book with the title Vegan Food Porn. That’s probably not really surprising, though. Maybe I learn and collect swear words in as many different languages I can find is a better answer to the question.
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    Reading of course.  As we have many great exhibitions here, I also like visiting those, especially photo exhibitions.  Then there's gardening, traveling, and slow-walking the dog who is very old by now.
    What’s the best part of being an author?
    Having an excuse for having a permanent movie theater in my mind and being able to show the films to others.
    Clockwise has 4 stories. Which is your favorite?
    The third story. I looked at so many different houses. In a way, I planned my dream house while I wrote  9:05 PM.
    Did you start writing the first story intending to do 4 different stories in the series, or did they just evolve that way?
    I wanted to write four stories for four consecutive anthology themes. I needed a connective element and thought a clockface with its division into four quarters would make sense.
    The ending… *cries* Did you plan to wrench hearts on purpose from day 1?
    No! Each story just happened and was inspired by something different. 
    Would you like to share anything about your current or upcoming works with readers?
    I’m currently writing a story inspired by comicfan’s Bloody Valentine prompt.  My editor thought it has the potential to become something longer: a novella or even a novel.
    I’m also working on a murder mystery story ‘The Puppeteer.’ 
     
    Don't forget to share your thoughts about the stories below! 
     
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    Did you catch Monday's blog post featuring a fanfiction story? Yes, we do have fanfiction on GA, and the Harry Potter world is always a big favorite! Did you download the graphic, read the review by a reader? Or are you just popping in to see what excerpt I chose to tempt you into clicking? 
    Well I shall not keep you in suspense any longer! 
    Want to read more? Click here! 
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    Well, no foolin' April is half over! Serious! We are rolling right along into a new season, the year is a third over already, and there's no time like the present to take some time for yourself to enjoy a story. How about a fanfiction of Harry Potter? The wizarding world is always a fun vacation stop!
     

     
    Length: 133,106
    Description: Harry Potter's sixth year started with Draco attacking him in revenge for his father's capture at the Ministry of Magic
    A Reader said: Never been a fan of this universe even though I have watched the films. I actually skipped pass this series of books while lookingredients for books to real but decided to give it a shot anyway and I pretty surprised that I've enjoyed this. Read this whole book in 1 day. On to the second!  ~ VoiceGS
     
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    April CSR Feature: Clockwise Series by Aditus

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    April Fools is over so you know this month's feature is no joke... I'm happy to announce you get to read a 4 part series by Aditus, Clockwise! Sweet, sexy, just that bit of spring romance that's starting to float in the air...
    Clockwise Series
    by @aditus
    Length: 12,370 over 4 stories
    Description: We witness important events that happen to a certain time in Romeo's and Julian's life as we move on clockwise. * A/N: This series features Romeo, a side-character of  'Red Running Shoes'. Each story can be read on its own and you don't have to read the main story.
    A Reader said: You definitely pulled at my heartstrings with this one, Addy. Excellent antho! ~ Lisa
     
    Don't forget to come back ready to share your comments and questions about the series on Monday, April 27th! 
     
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    March CSR Discussion Day: Elixir by Comicality

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    March came in like a lion, and it's still roaring down on us. The world is in an uproar, and if you're not affected by the current happenings, well... you're one of a very rare, lucky few. But the joy of GA is that you can escape into many different worlds through the stories if you just need to get away. How about this one? Did you read Elixir by @Comicality this month? You can share your thoughts below, but first, enjoy this interview with him!
    If you were an animal, what would you be?
    I've always loved panthers! I don't know why, hehehe, but a giant, velvety, black cat, with bright eyes? I always thought that was so cool!
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    I'm REALLY into movies! I always have been, ever since I was little! I never get enough of them. The stories that people can tell with cinema just fascinates me. I also love reading books, and video games too. But all for the same reason. The 'story' aspect of it all is what draws me in.
    What’s one location you’d love to go to research for a story?
    I think New Orleans would be my number one spot. There is so much history there, and classic places that were left just the way they were built. Plus, the whole paranormal vibe is something that I've always been interested in as well. So the ghosts and magic and dark lore surrounding that area is a big thing for me. I've never been to New Orleans, but I would LOVE to go someday in the future!
    If you had to only work on one project for the next year... what would it be?
    Hmmm, it's hard to pick just one. But, if I had to choose, I think it would be the "Pak Rats" series that I've been putting together. I'm really excited about it. It's sort of tied in to the "Gone From Daylight" vampire series, but it is a big story involving the vampire mafia, and it's based on the whole Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack era. Every character will have their own book (Frank, Sammy, Dean, Peter, and Joey) and then they'll all come together in the final book. So I look forward to making that whole thing a reality. It's so much fun writing those!
    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
    I think the hardest part of writing stories is patience. Because I always see all of my work as a whole, and there are certain points that I want to hit and parts of the story that I want to dive right into...but I think it's important to build up to those parts of the story, and give them some meaning. Even though I want, so badly, to just jump in and write the 'exciting' parts. Hehehe! So I had to teach myself to have patience and build a dramatic and meaningful bubble around those milestone moments in a story so that they can have a bigger impact.
    Do you have a favorite among the stories you’ve written?
    My favorites actually change with my mood when I'm writing. And I'm a moody person, hehehe, so that never stays stable. I love writing happy stories when I'm happy, I love writing sad stories when I'm sad, and I love writing horny stories when I'm horny. I guess it all depends on who I am that day.
    Did something specific inspire you to write Elixir?
    Nothing that happened to me, specifically. I think it was just the idea of...what if your biggest wish actually came true, and you weren't ready for the consequences that came along with it? You know? Like, if you just fancied somebody because they were cute, but didn't really know who they were on the inside...what would an obsessive love affair involving them be like? It's that old story of someone getting everything that they think they want, and not expecting a downside to that situation. So, "Elixir" is basically just a 'be careful what you wish for' story.
    Do you consider Elixir a romance or a horror story?
    I think more horror/thriller than romance. To me, romance takes time to grow. It's not just a matter of 'want'. And this story is all about 'want', and barely about 'love'. You have a two people that just want each other, no matter what, and have decided to go to great extents to make that happen. But there really isn't a 'romance' going on there. It's just instant gratification. I really wanted that to come through in the storytelling.
    Just what would the warning say if there was one included in the book Terrance used? Did he just ignore it?
    I'd say that any book of magic would basically stress the idea of there being good and pure intentions by the user. It's all about balance. If you're casting a spell for selfish reasons, it will not end well for you. Period. Hehehe! The more you give, the more receive. The more you 'take' for yourself...the more will be taken from you in the end. So be careful.
    Can you sum up this story in one sentence?
    Hmmm..."Love will come from love of yourself, so don't force it."
    Don't forget to share your thoughts below!
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    February CSR Discussion Day: Self-Portraits by Richie Tennyson

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Did you catch this month's CSR featured story, Self-Portraits, by Richie Tennyson? Have you read the story? It's a quick read, for all that it is more than forty thousand words. Make sure you share your thoughts about the story or Richie's other stories. But first, as always, enjoy my interview with him! 
     
    Are you a person who makes their bed in the morning, or do you not see much point?
    I do the most half-hearted feeble bed-making. I don’t see much point but I know I should at least try to be an adult.
    Have you ever gone out in public, realized your shirt is on backwards, and just don’t care?
    No, but recently I was out in public when I realised I was wearing a Harry Potter pyjama top.
    What’s something personal about you people might be surprised to know?
    I organise elaborate competitive Christmas Day treasure hunts for my family. The prizes are always terrible, such as framed pictures of my passport photo.
    When did you first decide to start writing?
    As soon as I could hold a pen.
    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
    Sometimes it’s hard to gauge how much to “tell” the reader, versus whether the reader can make their own assumptions about certain things.
    Self-Portraits has some really… vibrant characters. Did you plot them all out before you write or did they come along organically as you started the story?
    The characters are mostly based on vibrant people in my own life, so they came onto the page organically.
    When you wrote the story, did you have the whole story idea from start to finish planned or did the characters take the story in any unexpected directions?
    The general storyline was planned from start to finish, but the Harriet character was totally unplanned. She just walked onto the page out of nowhere and took the story in a lot of unexpected directions.
    Self-Portraits really seems to have 2 similar-themed stories with different generations running simultaneously, influenced in different ways by their ages and experiences, with both the teens and the adults. Was this intentional?
    I hadn’t thought of it that way. Yes, both Richard and his mother go from being in a ‘couple’ to being ‘alone’ – and this plays out so differently, influenced by their ages and experiences. But the theme of powerful friendship/family love was intentional in both stories.
    What is your favorite scene in the story?
    The self-portrait itself.
    Is there anything you’d like to share about your current work or an upcoming story?
    I’m finishing a story called Happily Ever After, Ltd, which is about what happens when Prince Charming disappears from the pages of the Cinderella story. The fairytale company has to urgently find a temporary human replacement, but they don’t realise that the guy is gay.
     
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    Did you catch Monday's blog featuring No Fairytale World by Tiff? Have you read the story yet? It is just waiting for you to have a few hours to a few days if you haven't!
    This story has so many interpersonal ups and downs, highs and lows, and drags a reader in. I wanted to get to know more about the characters; from the beginning I ached for the main character. He was going through so many trials, but he was doing his best. Of course, life just keeps throwing wrenches at him. This section actually inspired the banner, so I wanted to share it. 
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    Are you in lock-step, trooping right through March with me? I can't believe how fast this month has gone! Well, lucky lucky you, today is the Classic Author feature, and you get to see another oldie but goodie, No FairyTale World by @Tiff. 
     

    Length: 68,847
    Description:  False hopes, crushed dreams, and an unknown future--life really isn't a fairy tale.
    Andy can't hide his true feelings anymore. The only way out of his misery is to face the consequences. His life takes a hard turn as he struggles with his regrets, and the pain he inflicted on the people he loves. Even if waking up to a new day is difficult, he still has one good friend, Mark, at his side to support him. Pete's past was everything but pleasant. He can run away from people, he can run away from places, but he can't run away from his demons. His attempt for a fresh start and for a better life is not so easy. He comes to realize that some people are not meant to be saved, and that some ghosts never completely go away. A Reader said: This was a beautiful, full of emotions, train ride, but I absolutely loved it. I laughed, cried, and cheered for the two guys who took their broken worlds, and put them one big one together. Thank you for such a great story. ~ joann414
     
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    March CSR Feature: Elixir by Comicality

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    How's 2020 treating you so far? Hopefully a little better than the ups and downs faced by the characters in the story featured in this month's CSR blog... Elixir by Comicality. We all know teens have strong emotions, but this strong...? 
    Elixir
    by @Comicality
    Length: 7,221
    Description:  Young Danny has suddenly found himself having strange and powerful feelings for another boy for the very first time. He's never experienced any homoerotic feelings before...but one day, out of the blue...it was like he couldn't live without him. Almost as if a 'spell' had been cast upon him. So the real question is...why is he feeling this way? What does he plan to do about it? And...
    ...Just how deep do those feelings go?
    A Reader said: very exhilarating to start off, kept you reading more  ~ Tsukihana
     
    Don't forget to come back and share your thoughts about the story on Monday, March 30th! 
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    Topics and Moderation

    By Cia,


    News Archive
    On GA we like to allow members to discuss a variety of subjects relating to writing, reading, gay fiction, the LGBTQIA community, and more. There are many places on the site to post topics and information, depending on where the conversation fits best. In recent months, we have discovered that topics regarding 'inclusivity' regardless of the subject being sexuality, gender, culture, etc... continually veer into either a heated debate or political commentary or themes. Due to this creating a repeated need for moderation and removal or moving of topics, the forum moderation team has come to a decision to hopefully prevent any site disruptions. From today on, any further topics that will focus on themes of inclusivity such as posing questions to readers or authors, posting recent events relating to the subject including those in other forms of entertainment or local communities,  sharing quizzes, articles, etc... MUST be posted in The Pit. 
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    February is a month people tend to focus on that cute little angel with the diaper and wings, the bow and arrows... but Archangel is not about Cupid, oh no no no. What kind of angels? Well...

    Length: 10,683
    Description: Everyone thinks Nick is the 'nicest guy they know.' But is he really as 'angelic' as they think?
    This submission is dedicated to Cia - who challenged me to write something for this Anthology. Hopefully it is worthy of she whom it is dedicated to. A Reader said: I loved the story. Especially the begining. It was fabulous. And then there was the twist. Like Trevor, it kinda threw me off, but I liked the ending. Perfect piece of work. Thanks for finding time to write, even when you were "pushed" into it. ~ Michael9344
     
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    Did you catch Monday's blog featuring @Andrew Q Gordon short story, Archangel? This is an older anthology feature from the theme "Walk on the Wild Side". What does that have to do with angels? Hmm....
    Well, I picked this excerpt because it doesn't show that, but I really wanted to feature some of the smooth flow of Andrew's work and how well he could craft characters and stories that suck in readers from the beginning. He has many popular stories featuring characters who are evolving into themselves, either as adults or... something else. Which is it in this story?
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    February CSR Feature: Self-Portraits by Richie Tennyson

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Happy February! Do you have some time for Cupid this month? Feeling the love? Or just living through the end of the season and hoping for the change in weather wherever you are? Or maybe you're still focused on those New Year resolutions and working on you... No matter what February means for you, the first Monday of the month means a new CSR feature for readers to enjoy! And this one is another newer story I hope you will enjoy!
     
    Self-Portraits
    by @Richie Tennyson
    Length: 41,750
    Description: In one short day, sixteen-year-old Richard has his entire world turned upside down. His coming out attempt backfires, his parents announce they're divorcing, and his secret boyfriend wants time apart. At least things can't get any worse ... right?
    A reader said: This story has been a thorough joy to read. Sad as I am that it's the end, I must congratulate you on a job gloriously done. You couldn't had written it any better really.   ~ tepei
     
    Don't forget to come back to read my interview with Richie Tennyson and share your thoughts on the story on Monday, February 24th, 2020! 
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    January CSR Discussion Day: Silverwolf by Wayne Gray

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    This month's feature is a popular one, Silverwolf by Wayne Gray! Did you read it? Well, you have the chance to share your love for the story below, or ask extra questions, or beg for a sequel... whatever quirks your fancy. But first, you get to enjoy my interview with Wayne.
     
    Have you ever gone out in public, realized your shirt is on backwards, and just didn’t care?
    Backwards, no. Inside out? Yes, and I didn't care.

    If you had 30 minutes of free time, what would you do?

    Hrm. A half hour. Sit in an old, deep, wooden hot tub with my husband. We have them here at a place called Cafe Mokka, and they're amazing. A half-hour spent there with a glass of iced hibiscus tea is great.

    What brought you to the Gay Authors? 

    It was when I was in the process of writing Fleeting Eternity. That story included Dom and sub dynamics, and one of my readers, Fae Briona suggested I contact Mikiesboy on GA. I wanted to get it right, so I did. And I'm glad I found this place though him. I love all of the ways authors can get feedback on their work, so I decided to begin posting here. Here we are.

    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

    Commas.

    What’s the first thing you do when you start to write a story? 

    Most of the time it begins with a single scene. Something pops into my skull while I'm driving, or during a conversation with someone. I vividly see character interactions, and all of the wild complexity in relationships people build with one another. Though, sometimes a story is prompted from a reader. A reader's email prompted Fleeting Eternity, and another's got me going on Camp Refuge.

    Silverwolf is set in a small town. Do you prefer a small town or big city? 

    I do prefer small town/rural settings. I grew up that way, so I know how those places work, and how people deal and relate to one another. I also love the option of escaping to nature whenever I want, both in the real world and in my writing.

    What inspired your take on were-creatures?

    Mikiesboy and cider. I jokingly said to him over messenger that I should do a story starring a "werewolf with a silver problem." he said "do it." When I started, I wanted Jed to be very different from anything else I had ever seen. The dynamic between him and Wolfgang really makes it unique, I think. I really like how it turned out.

    Most of your stories don’t have the “paranormal” tag. Was this story inspired by something special to push you to the genre? 

    See above. Heh. I just wanted to do something different with the genre. Most were-creature stories run along a similar theme (Alpha, beta, Omega), and I really wanted to turn that on its head. There's nothing wrong with something that has been done, I just didn't want to do it.

    Do you have a favorite scene in Silverwolf?

    When Evan McAllister, under the influence of his cadre of spirits reached with a single hand and stopped the blow of what was a tremendously strong opponent. I loved that bit. I could very much see it in my mind, and I hope the readers could too.

    Can you share a little of your current work or future story plans with readers?

    Just a little. This one is my "mainstream" idea for a novel.
    I have started very preliminary steps on it (outlining, and the basic research needed). I've had it in mind for a long time, and I've sharpened my teeth on erotica until I felt I could write something that's more of a challenge. We'll see if I can really pull it off or not. All I can really say about it is it will be a novel-length, near-future genre, with a little apocalyptic flavor too.
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    Did you catch Monday's blog featuring long-time and uber-popular author, Dom Luka, The Long Way? This story has always been one of the most read on GA, a popular coming of age story that leads readers on a journey of self-discovery along with the main character. Domaholics know just how addictive these stories can be, so it should be no surprise this one was featured for your reading enjoyment. 
     
    Now on to the scene I picked! It should be fairly self-evident why...
    Want to read more? Click here!
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    New month, new year, new round of features of stories by GA's Classic Authors from years gone by! So many loved stories from the past are missed by current readers, so we like to feature the great stories by promoted authors so they don't fade into obscurity. Now this month's story... well, it may be one of THE classicest of classic stories on GA, lol, and is still loved by many. 

    The Long Way
    by DomLuka
    Length: 319,403
    Description: When a secret gets out and things unexpectedly go awry, Owen finds himself living with his twin brothers, an ideal situation for him. But not everything's perfect under the surface, and as he falls for his neighbor, makes new friends and learns to trust again it's a long road to making things right.
     
    If you want to spread the word about Dom Luka's story, download the graphic below and add it to your signature!
    Make sure you come back on Wednesday to see the excerpt I chose to share!

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