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    February C S R Feature: Harry Potter Fan-Fic By Myr

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    You might have seen his tech updates here in the site blog, or talked about video games in the Lounge, or just know the name of the all-powerful Myr. But it's been a while since members and readers have gotten a look at the man behind the magic that is GayAuthors. A lot of the content on GA is original, but we have a fanfiction category and part of that is Harry Potter fanfic, and Myr has several. You get to pick and choose which ones you'd like to read for this month's CSR feature. Don't forget to come back for the Discussion day on February 27th.
     

    Myr's Harry Potter Fanfiction


     
    Bad Boy Harry ~ 3,158 Words
    This is a Harry and Draco single shot story. Harry is powerful and Draco is interested. Harry's not as golden as he should be.
     
    Harry Potter and the Rooftop Encounter ~ 2,267 Words
    Harry and Draco are angry at each other, as always. They bump into each other on top of the Astronomy Tower one night and thier fight turns into something else.
     
    Harry Potter and the Shrieking Shack ~ 2,225 Words
    Harry wants to try gay sex and he turns to his closest friend Ron Weasley. They head out to the Shrieking Shack to give sex a try.
     
    The Sky Full of Star ~ 3,380 Words
    Ron Weasley and Draco Malfoy have always been at each other's throats. After an especially tough day, Ron retreats to the rooftop to get away from people and calm down. Draco finds him and thier fight turns into something else entirely.
     
    Three-Edged Sword ~ 15,480 Words
    This is a short story involving Draco Malfoy and George Weasley and takes place during the 5th year (for Harry and Draco).
     

    A Reader Said of Three-Edged Sword: Thanks, Myr for a delightful story. I have enjoyed re-reading it every bit as much as I enjoyed it the first time. I had a good chuckle several times, but broke into a rather loud guffaw when you had poor Ron put his two knuts into the conversation! ~ BrianM
     


    Don't forget to come back for my interview with Myr and to share your story thoughts on Monday, February 27th.


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    Writing Prompts #560 & #561

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Renee is out and about slacking off in the snow. Okay, okay... she got snowed in and has a legit reason not to be able to do the prompts today. Hmm, that's almost like a prompt itself. LOL Anyway, that's why they're out a bit late and by me instead. I shall endeavor to get the post right today for your flash fiction inspiration! So, what do we have this week? Two creative prompts with some serious emotional implications! Who wants to write some drama and angst?
     

     
    Prompt 560 – Creative
    Tag – First Line
    I’ll never, ever, forgive you!
     
    Prompt 561 – Creative
    Tag – New Year
    The New Year has barely begun, but you wonder if it will get better. What happened?
     

     
    This week we had one taker each for prompts #558 and #559. See what fun Sasha and Hudson created for your reading enjoyment:
     


    ​Eggs by Sasha Distan  
    “What do you mean, you’re pregnant?”
     
    “Could you keep your fucking voice down Shindae?” Atoki snapped at the fire demon, anger flashing across his features. Behind him, his mate snarled low, curling up tighter in the big hearth which took up an entire wall of their bedroom. “Shit it!”
     
    “Guys, I’m seriously confused now. Help a guy out?”
     

     
    Prompt #559 by Hudson Bartholomew
    I am a creature of the night. I mean, I’m not a vampire or anything. I just really like the night. It’s quiet. Everyone’s gone to bed, and I’m all alone in the world. There’s no need to talk to anyone because there’s no one around to talk to. Perfect.
     
    One of my favorite things to do at night is to drive out into the vast wilderness that lies beyond the boundaries of my small town. There are turnoffs from the main two-lane highway onto little gravel roads that end in makeshift parking lots. During the day, there are always some cars parked there as people hike in the woods. At night, the lots are empty and all mine.
  3. Cia
    Mark Arbour's story, Odyssey, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Mark's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring a great excerpt from the story that shares Mark's great ability to create a vivid world for Mark's main character in the series, George Granger, to explore. Why did Mark pick this story to feature?
     
    Mark says:
    My favorite story is: Odyssey, from the Bridgemont series. I'm really proud of that one because of all the meticulous research I had to do, and how carefully I had to plot out the timeline. I had to get my hero from England, around the world via Indonesia and India, and to Egypt in time for the Battle of the Nile, all of this in 1798. I know CAP is more popular, but that story is my best effort
     

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    Hey guys! Who loves free...? Of course, we all do! You can get a copy of my scifi short story, Married to the Enemy during the MM Romance Valentine's Giveaway just by signing up to get the LGBT Romance Deals newsletter in your inbox... that's right! You get a free book just for asking for great deals and offers (plus monthly contests!) to appear in your inbox. I've found several eBooks since the newsletter started.
     
    If you're already a subscriber to the LGBT Romance Deals newsletter, not to worry!! You can still get a free copy of Married to the Enemy if you check the last newsletter. Otherwise, get in touch with me. And make sure you check out all the other great offers available during this event. Look at all those options!
     



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    C S R Discussion Day: The Pledge By Mikiesboy

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    How fast the year has already seemed to go! Hopefully you found the time to enjoy Mikiesboy's story, The Pledge. Or, if you've read it already, maybe you tried one of his newer stories like "After the Past". Or, if you're a fan of his work, you've already read his work... well this is your chance to share that love with fellow readers who might be new to his work. I've asked a few questions to kick things off, but don't be shy asking Mikiesboy what you want to know too!
     

    Have you ever gone out in public, realized your shirt is on backwards, and just don’t care?
    No. I’d never do that and if I did I’d be mortified! I’m paranoid and terrified of making a mistake. I am a perfectionist, with a capital P. Though obviously I make mistakes all the time…
     
    What’s something personal about you people might be surprised to know?
    Most people know I love to cook, some know I went to cooking school, but my fav recipe is one of my Grandmother’s. It’s Sheppard’s Pie, simple, not fried and my fav comfort food. It actually won a local Sheppard’s Pie taste test!
     
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    If I’m not writing, I can be found reading, cooking/baking, or snuggled up with my giant of a husband watching British TV shows! There’s a full-time job in there somewhere, too!
     
    What’s the best part of being an author?
    Oh, gosh I think listening to people’s opinions, especially about how a poem made them feel. It can be so different from what I felt when I wrote it. There’s no right or wrong, and that fascinates me. The other thing is learning, trying new things, stepping out of that comfort zone to write something new.
     
    Do you prefer to write one project at a time or do you bounce from story to story as inspiration strikes?
    I sort of bounce around until I feel ready to finish something. Sometimes there are things I just don’t want to write. For example, the abuse scenes in Out of His Mind. It took me some time to get that finished. Once I’d done it, I put all else aside and finished Tait’s story. It was time.
     
    Do you have any special tricks when you write to get you in the right frame of mind to jump into different time periods?
    Tricks? No. I try to read a lot about things I’ve not experienced myself. I watch shows about them if I can and I just try to imagine myself there. People are people no matter where they are, I think. They are affected by the things around them, but they don’t really change.
     
    The Pledge has both a medieval aspect and a paranormal one. Why did you decide to mix the themes?
    Oh, people have challenged me to write about zombies and vamps. So I did in me, Zombie and now vampires in The Pledge. But I didn’t want the same old thing.
     
    With The Pledge, I was interested in exploring in things I’d read in Anne Rice’s novels, the Vampire Chronicles series and in my research. Anne Rice talked about the origin of vampires, so I wanted mine to be old, to live through centuries. I wondered how they’d respond to changes that happened through the centuries they’d experience. I wanted to explore if they’d remain human in some ways, or if that old adage, power corrupts absolutely, would apply.
     
    So to make them old, I looked back to Elmet, which was a real place in the north of England, where West Yorkshire is now, between the 5th and 7th centuries. Elmet was just a framework; I’m sure it was nothing like I’ve written it.
     
    Can you sum up this story in one sentence?
    One? You don’t know me too well, LOL! The Pledge is a story of power, love and life immortal through the ages. There, how’s that?
     
    You tend to bounce around time periods, such as your recent story of After the Past which went in a completely different direction. Do you have a preferred time period to write?
    My last couple of stories have been bouncy for sure. I prefer to write in modern times, it’s a bit easier to do I think. There is often less research required, but I’d look at other time periods again if I’m inspired. It’s fun to delve into the past or to try and make the future realistic.
     
    Do you have any recent, current, or upcoming stories you think fans should read? Why would you recommend them?
    I think I’d recommend Levko. It’s pulled from my own experiences when I was a rent boy. I think it worked well and seemed to be well received. After The Past as well, I’m rather proud of that one. It’s my longest story and I think the effort I put in and the effort of my editor, AC Benus, really shows in the quality.
     
    I have two stories I’m actively writing, the first with the working title of Magic Beans should be fun and while modern, it’s not about humans.
     
    The other I’m hoping will work out into a longer novel. It’s called Changes and it’s about Don, a very active guy, who is married to Louis and how their lives change after a terrible accident, and how they go forward together. I’m really exploring their relationship, Louis’ feelings and fears, as well as their relationships with their families.
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    Cynus's story "From the Cup of the Worthless" was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Cynus's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring his chosen excerpt.
     
    Cynus says: I chose this excerpt from chapter 10 for a number of reasons. It not only offers a view at the high stakes involved in this organized crime story, but it also shows a number of different connections between the characters, most importantly the connections between Nobuyuki and Viktor, between Nobuyuki and Masahiro (Nobuyuki's father), and the connection between Masahiro and Daisuke (Masahiro's second-in-command). It also offers a view of things to come, but without spoiling the ending, as this scene comes from just before the midpoint in the novel.
     
     

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    January brings a peak in the season's weather, hot or cold, and either way it's a good time to stay inside and read! To help you find great stories on the site by another one of our Signature authors, this month we're featuring Cynus' story, "From the Cup of the Worthless".
     




     

    Length: 150,127
     
    Description: In the world of organized crime, your crime family is all you can count on. Nobuyuki Sato is no exception, and as he tries to navigate the political climate of his new city, his Yakuza family is there to support him. But then Nobuyuki meets Viktor Karimov, son of the Chief of Police, he begins to question if there might be more to life than crime. Love, intrigue, and drama abound.
     
    Cynus's Favorite Reviews:
     
    Valkyrie says: Great beginning. I'm hooked! You've woven a rich tapestry of cultures in a realistic, futuristic setting. I'm very interested to see how the sons of such diametrically opposed backgrounds develop their relationship. I don't think Nobu is only interested in Viktor to gain his father's favor, but I can see betrayal in their future. I'll hang on for what I'm sure is going to be a bumpy ride!
     
    drpaladin says: All those double entendres from Nobu during the phone call were marvelous. Nobu is a really clever boy. So did he know what he was doing there or was that his subconcious feelings for Victor coming out into the open? We have two boys who hide what the are to keep their respective father's approval. Both the same, but with mirror opposite situations. Victor has a brother who would accept him and protect him from anything, but Nobu doesn't have that. There is so much potential here and I can't wait to see what happens.
     
    RobV says: Loving this so far. It's amazing how your stories are all so wildly different. The way you craft a whole new world every time, with new characters that aren't rehashes of any of your old ones, is very impressive. And it's always original and intriguing. Keep it up!
     
    Mikiesboy says: Cy, you are the mad weaver!
    So many associations, lots of intrigue, plots and plans. Not sure which way is up or who I can trust.
    Really well done my friend!
    tim xo
     
    Onim says: Wow...perfect ending (beginning) to an awesome story!! You've evoked every emotion...laughter, tears, smiles, groans, shocks, intrigue, excitement, sex and most of all Love...and we absolutely adored every written word!!! I'm just hoping this is just a book 1 to a series.. and we can look forward to more from the brothers and more from you!! It's been a great following this tale...and we thank you for sharing your talent with us!!!
     


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    The year is almost over, and the time has flown by! Did you find the time to read Comicality's contemporary story featuring one young man's journey as he experiences his first year at college. If you did, make sure you share your thoughts on Comsie's story, but first, everyone can enjoy his answers to the questions I posed in his interview!
     
    If you were an animal, what would you be?
    - You know, I'm not sure why, but I have always had a thing for panthers. Ever since I was little, the idea of a huge jungle cat, with all black fur and bright cat eyes...both beautiful and dangerous...I LOVE it! Hehehe!
     
    What do you like best in a story if you’re reading it?
    - Character interaction. Definitely. That's my number one allure to a story. Not just in relation to advancing the plot, but just a few golden (sometimes random) moments where the main characters get to truly bond with one another on a human level. A little fun, a little romance, a little humor, some emotional support, some backstory...I think that truly adds something special to what you're reading. I think that's what makes readers truly care about what's going on. They get to be a part of the adventure first hand, you know? I always try to leave my characters some space to just have some fun outside of the main plot in everything that I write. It can be endearing.
     
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    - There's hardly any time during the day when I'm not writing. Hehehe! I've learned to appreciate a heavy dose of isolation each and every day, and I realize that I overdo it on occasion and have to make an effort to reconnect with my friends and family to make up for it. But outside of that, I'm a huge hog for movies and TV shows these days. The stories have gotten so complex that I can really get involved in what's going on and start bingeing myself silly. Video games too. So I can get really absorbed in a good story, no matter what the medium. I've also been learning more about cooking, which is new for me. Well, for the last year or two, anyway. And I've been enjoying that as well. Cooking is an art in itself. I hope to keep getting better at it.
     
    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
    - Foreshadowing. Hands down. I like for my stories to be built up to a climax and a logical solution as I'm writing them, so foreshadowing is a must. You don't want to get to the end and have something just 'happen' for no reason, you know? You have to leave little breadcrumbs along the way. Unfortunately, I think people have seen sooooooo many movies and TV shows and read so many stories online, that they've become too savvy for foreshadowing to really be effective. They're 'hip to the game' at this point. So every time I write something, most people are already trying to jump TEN steps ahead of me to figure out the rest of the entire story before it's even written. It's extremely hard to beat people to the punch anymore, because nobody just sits back and enjoys the ride. There's a huge race to be the first one to say, "I CALLED IT!!!" With hours of analysis and hints and clues and speculations and fan theories...foreshadowing is a really difficult magic trick to pull off these days. Either your plot twists and endings came out of nowhere and don't make sense, or the story is seen as cliché and predictable. It's nearly impossible to find a Goldilocks type of middle ground between the two extremes. But it's just a challenge. Challenge is what it's all about, after all. So it makes things a LOT harder, but it's worth it when you can surprise a few people every now and then.
     
    Do you plot out your stories or just write as it comes to you?
    - I have to plot everything out in advance before I start writing. First for the story as a whole, then chapter by chapter, so I know where I'm going and have an idea of how to get there. So the stories are already finished in my mind, with a major arc covering it all. But there are story arcs to each chapter as well. There are certain events that I want to tackle every chapter, even if it's just a set up or solution to the chapter coming up or the one that just passed. So I have a blueprint, but there is a LOT of room for spontaneous ideas if I feel like adding them at a moment's notice. So I keep a structure in mind, but it's not carved in stone if I think of something better along the way.
     
    Is writing more of a flurry of inspiration or a daily wordcount you adhere to?
    - You know, I really try to stick to the word count discipline, but it doesn't always work. I definitely write every single night. I doubt I'd be able to sleep
    at all if I didn't. But I always write according to what I'm feeling at that particular moment, on that particular day. The reason I write SO many stories at once, is because they all have different themes, different moods, and different issues and emotions involved. I don't want to force myself to write something happy and cute when I'm having a really bad day. But I don't want to write something that's supposed to have some emotional weight and somber depth to it when I'm feeling silly and fun. Nor do I want to write something 'sexy' when I'm angry at the world and need to vent my frustrations. No matter what I'm feeling...I have a story that I can use to channel that emotion and it feels authentic and has a greater impact. I don't want to 'fake' it. Emotional involvement is what my stories are all about. It's the most important part of writing for me. So when people read something from me...I want it to feel real. Because it IS real. It's my therapy and my release, more often than not. Which is why I can't rush one story over the other, but I work on them all every single day. It's not just words for me, I want readers to feel it like I feel it. I hope that gets accomplished every now and then. Hehehe, when I'm being moody.
     
    Did the characters or the plot of Between the Lines come to you first?
    - The plot was the first thing that came to me with this story. The theme of it was something that I wanted to write about before, but never had an idea that I thought would really focus on the ideas I had in mind the way "Between The Lines" did. I wanted to create a story about someone who was finally getting the freedom of the college experience, embracing a new life for the first time, and has convinced himself that he's truly happy simply because he's experiencing something new and different. But he has nothing to compare this experience to. He hasn't really been exposed to what's out there, and just how amazing romance can be with someone who's more than just 'gay like me'. I wanted it to be a journey that displays the way time and experience expands our views on relationships altogether over time. I'm happy to say that I was proud of the way this one turned out.
     
    You use a character who is a writer. Did you model Eli’s writing style/inspiration after your own?
    - Definitely! I LOVE being able to write about writing! Hehehe! So the story was one of my early chances to really describe what it's like to have ideas in your head and developing the ability to translate those thoughts into words and what it feels like to be able to put them all down on paper. (Or on screen, in this case) I can remember my first semester of college when I took a creative writing class. Now, this was a film school, also full of actors, writers, etc...and I was SO nervous! I kept thinking, "These kids are going to be soooo much BETTER than me! They've been doing this all of their lives! This is what they want to do for a living! How can I possibly match up?" But I went in and did my own thing, and they embraced it. I made some really good friends in those classes. Even with teachers, who splattered my stories with red ink...but gave me good grades anyway because they liked what I wrote. So this story borrows heavily from my own college experience with creative writing in front of an audience. If it wasn't for those favorable reactions, there might not be a 'Comicality' today.
     
    Do you have a favorite scene in Between the Lines?
    - There's a moment in the computer lab where both Eli and Devon go to write and print out their work for the next class together that I thought was endearing. That scene was originally going to be much shorter, only be a random bumping into one another...but as I was writing it, these fictional characters just started having this really cool conversation all on their own. I refused to stand in the way of them getting to know each other better. Hehehe! So that scene ended up being one of my favorites in the whole series. There's something 'organic' and natural about it. I'm glad that it turned out as well as it did. It still makes me smile when I read over it again.
     
    Can you share a little of your future projects with us?
    - Well, writing wise, I think the biggest project that I've got in the works right now is a horror anthology called "Darkness Waits". It has four separate stories in it, and I was trying hard to get it done in time for Halloween, but I had two long months of weird life circumstances that took me away from the site, and I wasn't able to catch up to the momentum that I had going before. But, while gay themed, it's actual 'horror'. And it's a bit of a new challenge for me. So wish me luck, and I'll keep everybody informed as to when it's ready.
     
    Outside of that, I've been spending a LOT of time on ebooks, there's a "Billy Chase" animated series of shorts in the works, an audio book for "Gone From Daylight" that already has the first three chapters recorded, Imagine Magazine...the fans of the site have really been coming out to lend their incredible talents to the site as a whole in 2017, and I want to lend as much support as I can so I can be a part of it. I think readers will be surprised with what's coming in 2017! I'm excited about it! I hope everyone else will be too!
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    January C S R Feature: The Pledge By Mikiesboy

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    It's 2017... how did that happen?! Ups, downs, good or bad, time marches on. As we look ahead to what may come in 2017, maybe even making a few resolutions, I can't help but enjoy looking back at the past. Given that Mikiesboy recently finished a historical story--with a bit of paranormal thrown in for fun--I wanted to give readers a chance to enjoy this short story hopefully everyone will have the time to finish and be ready for the discussion day on Monday, January 30th.
     


    ​
    The Pledge


    by Mikiesboy


     

    Length: ​10,295
     
    Description: Young Tristan, sent to work for Lord William discovers much about life and love.
     
    ​A Reader said: Nonetheless, the richness and complexity of this tale was terrific. ~ Reader1810
     
     
     


    Don't forget, this month's Discussion Day will take place on Monday, January 30th.


  10. Cia
    Wow... the last CSR Discussion day of the year. I can't believe how fast 2016 has gone. Ups, downs, the world has really changed for so many of us. And that's the theme of Kuragari's story, My Life Started at the End of the World. Did you find out how her story ends? Make sure you don't miss your chance to share your thoughts here! But first, as always, my interview with Kuragari.
     
    Do you eat your fruits and vegetables?
    Oh hell no, I'm terrible at eating my fruits and vegetables.
     
    If you had 30 minutes of free time, what would you do?
    Probably pull out my 3ds and play Pokemon. I basically play pokemon whenever I can so that's probably what I would do.
     
    What brought you to GA?
    Originally, I have no idea what brought me to GA. When I actually started putting my stories on GA I had another site ask me to submit my stories on there. And then I got told the story I was asked to submit didn't fallow their rules/guidelines. So I went onto here, looked at the guidelines and put up the stories I was able to put up.
     
    Do you have a favorite story on GA that you’ve read?
    Paradox of Friendship by InTheMindOfSunshine. It was the first story on GA that I read to the end and one of the stories that inspired me to write my own. It's a very serious story and has some dark themes in it.
     
    What’s the first thing you do when you start to write a story?
    Concept or plot usually. What kind of plot will this story have or what kind of concept the story will bring forth. Every story is a little different.
     
    Was there any particular reason you chose an apocalypse setting for your plot?
    I simply thought of one question to myself, “I wonder what happened with gay kids around 2012?” and that turned into “I wonder if they came out in fear that the world was actually going to end.” And that became the basis of my story.
     
    How did you come up with My Life Started at the End of the World as the title?
    Oh man, MLSEW was started back in 2014 and I have no idea what exactly happened to get the name. I knew I wanted to start the story at the point where Aidyn came out in front of everyone. So it probably spawned from the idea that your life really starts when you come out of the closet.
     
    Did the characters or the plot come to you first?
    Definitely the plot in this case. Like I said before, the story started with asking about coming out before the end of the would. So the plot came before anything else.
     
    Though I think I had Aidyn's name ready right off the bat. Noah and Skylar were also names I wanted to use for a while at the time so I decided on their names rather early in development. Greyson was the only character that needed to be made from the ground up.
     
    Was it a challenge to write two different couples in one story?
    My first story actually had 4 couples in it, so having many couples wasn't new to me. The part that makes it easy for me is knowing who each couple will end up with. When I have the endgame planned from the beginning I can play with what happens to each character easier. It helped that Aidyn & Noah and Skylar & Greyson had different relationships to work with.
     
    What are your future projects?
    At the moment I have three current projects; My Life Started After High School(MLSAHS)(MLSEW's sequel), Life's Unexpected Surprises(LUS) and Life of Phoenix(LOP). I am just finishing LOP and that will let me focus on MLSAHS and LUS.
    With that in mind I have had a story idea in my head for a while and just haven't had the time to do it with all my active stories, so maybe I'll finally get to writing it! For right now like I said, I'm focusing on my current projects in the works.
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    Valkyrie's story, Alex's Legacy, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Valkyrie's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring her chosen excerpt.
     
    Valkyrie says: This story started as my response to Prompt 305, although the characters existed before I wrote the prompt. Even though they were created as peripheral characters in another story, they captured my heart, and I wanted to learn their whole story. There's a tie-in to The Hollow Hills, and anyone who can find it earns a gold star. lol I picked this excerpt because it shows the connection between Sam and Alex. It also shows Alex's playful side and the romanticism that's a main feature of the story.
     

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    This month we're featuring Valkyrie's story, Alex's Legacy With it's poignant theme and cozy bookstore setting, this is a great novella length story is a perfect December read. Make sure you don't miss out on it!
     




     

    Length: 22,494
     
    Description: Sam and Alex meet and fall in love. Their relationship manages to survive some very dark and trying times, until tragedy strikes.
     
    Valkyrie's Favorite Reviews:
     
    Geron Kees says: I hope you have just researched this very well and that no one in your life has suffered through something like this horror. [He] is exhibiting all th correct signs for his personality type after an incident of extreme abuse. Your storytelling is spot on. I'd like to think that someone reading this story will gain some hope and insight from it in dealing with a problem in their own life. That, in my opinion, places what you've written well beyond the realm of entertainment writing.
     
    Renee Stevens says... Great job on this chapter Valkyrie. These two are so cute together and there was so much about this chapter to enjoy: the teasing, the descriptions of the scenery, etc. I was actually glad to see Alex slow them down, it just shows what a great guy he is.
     
    Slytherin says... Beautiful story, sad but it felt very authentic. It's good that they talked about Alex so Aaron understands Sam more They need to adopt a cat lol.Poor Chinese delivery man
    Great story, Valkyrie !
     
    Cole Matthews says: My favorite part of this chapter is the teasing until the kisses final came. Very nice touch! Awesome chapter!
     


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  13. Cia
    Are you a fan of some of our Classic Authors? Want to help me out in a way that takes only minutes of your time but could revive some of the oldie but goodie stories on the site? Then I need your help!
     
    I'm sure many of you have seen the monthly Signature Author features where we promote one of their stories with a few copied reviews in the site blog in one post and then an excerpt in another, and I also create an ad that runs on the site for a month plus a graphic that members/authors can put in their personal signatures.
     
    What do I need from you?
     
    I want to feature the Classic authors on the site in the same fashion, but many of them are Classic authors because they're no longer active on the site. They still have their fans, though. Do you like Tiff's work? Dom Luka's? Andrew Q. Gordon? The Zot? If you do, send me a PM with your favorite story of theirs you'd like me to feature. Pick an excerpt (anything from a couple of paragraphs to 1k) from the story of a scene that you really liked, tell me why you picked it so I can share that with readers, and I'll do the rest.
     
    You could help bring some of the earlier stories in GA's history to light for newer members and share your favorite classics!
  14. Cia

    Writing Prompts #544 & #545

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. It is I, bringing you the prompts again this week. It's always fun to put myself in Renee's boots (she has a LOT more snow at her place) for a time. Fortunately, she makes it easy peasy to do this post--certainly nothing like a nightmare such as prompt #545... yikes!! (Does it make you feel better about your holiday plans though? LOL)
     

     
    Prompt 544 – Creative
    Tag – First line
    It’s time to bury the hatchet.
     
    Prompt 545 – Creative
    Tag – Party Nightmare
    Every year, your family has a different member host the holiday party. This is the first time you are to host it. Unfortunately, your cesspool is backing up, a wicked storm is due to hit, and you in laws arrived four hours early. What happens next?
     

     
    So what shall I feature today...? How about a long-awaited return to his prompt story with Timothy's Terrible Prompt Stories.
     

    You can read more here!
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    Writing Prompts #542 & #543

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Today I get to be Renee! Woohoo! This time of year, it seems everyone is busy, busy, busy. But surely you have a bit of time to write some flash fiction, don't you? Last week we had two repeat Why don't you check out the prompts below. Hopefully they'll spark some inspiration.
     

     
    Prompt 542 – Creative
    Tag – List of words
    Use the following words in a story – red leaf, turkey, squeaky wheel, pumpkin, and a blue shoe.
     
    Prompt 543 – Creative
    Tag – First Line
    I think it is time for you and I to have a little talk.
     

     
    Last week's prompts were put up as a second chance to inspire authors, so I'm featuring a piece that's also from an earlier prompt. Check out Hunter Thompson's story inspired by prompt #539.
     

    Read the rest here!
  16. Cia
    December is the end of the year, and I thought we could feature another end... Kuragari129's story, My Life Started at the End of the World. This is a story of how things can change, and all too often do, when teenagers are learning their way through life. Of course throwing in something like a rumor of the apocalypse really ups the drama! You'll have to read the story to find out what happens with Aidyn, Noah Skylar, and Greyson.
     



    My Life Started at the End of the World


    by Kuragari129


     

    Length: 58,366
     
    Description: Back in 2012 where people feared the doom of the world, Aidyn Scott must face his fears. Aidyn has strong feelings for a class mate, Noah Wesley. Skylar, Aidyn's little brother is just starting highschool and has began getting feelings for others. Specifically a new kid in town named Gresyon Payne, a blind boy whom he guides around the school. How will these four boys find their way through the "end of the world"?
     
    A Reader Said: This is very good, each character is developing and adding to the whole, with several distinct threads of storyline to keep moving forward. ~kagenokami
     


    This month's Discussion Day will take place on Monday, December 26th.


  17. Cia
    Mann Ramblings' story, So Little Magic Left, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Mann's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring his chosen excerpt.
     
    Mann Ramblings says: I chose this scene because it sets the stage for a change in Rath and Shawn's roles, blurring them and sending them on a new direction.
     

    Want to read more? Check out the rest of the story here!
  18. Cia
    This month's feature is Mann Rambling's epic novel, So Little Magic Let. Not only did he write a story nominated for 2013's Best Hero/Villain in the Reader's Choice Awards here on GA, he made his own graphic and signature banner for this month's event. Quite the accomplished artist, isn't he?! So if you haven't read this novel, try it out now!
     




     

    ​Length: 111,444
     
    Description: What do you do when you simply don't fit into your world? Shawn Martoni never did. A past of turmoil and misfortune kept a solid foothold from ever forming.
     
    But what if there was another world under our own? Someplace where all that's left of the creatures long since forgotten might live. Would Shawn find his place there or simply find another form of the underworld?
     
    His Favorite Reviews:
     
    Rob Colton says... “Wow. What took me so long to start reading this? I'm sucked right in already.”
     
    Gene63 says... “Holy crap...it's like the apocalypse!!!”
     
    Cannd says... “I think the ending was bitter-sweet for all of us. It always makes me laugh how I can wish away days for an update on a story like this!”
     
    Cole Matthews says... “There is a sad tear running down my cheek. Mann, I will miss this story, a tale well told.”
     


    Remember to check back on Wednesday to see what excerpt Mann chose to share with readers!



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  19. Cia
    It's hard to believe the year is almost over! Just 2 more CSR's in 2016, and I thought for this month I'd feature the kind of story a lot of the site's readers enjoy, but a very popular author. For the first time as a CSR feature, this month's story is Between the Lines by Comicality (I know, I was shocked I hadn't featured him before!)
     



    Between the Lines


    by Comicality


     

    Length: 46,928
     
    Description: "College is definitely a great place to revolutionize your life, try new things, and expand on who you are as a person. Eli is just coming out of the closet, and was lucky to find a hunky boyfriend in a boy named Chris. But when cutie, Devon, ends up in one of Eli's classes, and the two share a bond for their number one passion...will he end up having to choose?
     
    Does Cupid always get you what you want on the first try?"
     
    A Reader Said: Sighhh...what a splendid, deeply moving tale on so many levels! Romantically, intellectually and philosopically absolutely satisfying. Ta stax SO much, Coms ~ Rano
     


    So have fun reading this story and be ready to come back for the Discussion day on Monday, November 28th!


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    October C S R Discussion: Wolf Like Me By Dayne Mora

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Did you find the time to read Dayne Mora's Wolf Like Me? Or re-read it? Because today's the day to share your love! Check out the feature from October 3rd if you need incentive. Otherwise, make sure you don't spoil it for readers who haven't had a chance. If you have something you want to share that might reveal too much, use the spoiler tags. Simply type [spoiler ] and your text then [/spoiler ] without any spaces between the brackets and the words and your text will disappear. Everyone can enjoy the interview I did with Dayne, though!
     
    What’s something personal about you people might be surprised to know?
    That’s a tough question to answer since y’all already know the surprising personal thing (that I write gay romance/erotica). Everything after that is kinda…meh. I do have a weird talent—I can read upside down and backwards.
     
    What’s one location you’d love to go to research for a story?
    Somewhere lush and green, with lots of flowers. But no bees. Those things scare the hell out of me.
     
    If you had to only work on one project for the next year... what would it be?
    I’ve been working on a story about a “Gary Stu” character whose life is turned upside down by a well-meaning god of romance. It’s the first time I’ve planned out a story before writing it, so I’m anxious to see how it goes.
     
    Do you write steadily each day or in a flurry of inspiration-filled moments?
    Totally in a flurry. I sometimes frustrate myself if I schedule my writing. One day, I wake up ready to go, the next day, I can’t get into it until I sit down to dinner. Right now, the computer is getting in my way, and I’ve been getting more done with a pen and paper (which is not my norm at all).
     
    You said your characters inspired Wolf Like Me (formerly Efrain and Cory) and forced you to write. Did you use any visual inspiration for the characters, or did you see them vividly in your head?
    I saw them in my head. The first glimpses were rather fuzzy, becoming clearer as their narrative evolved. By that point, I’d become possessed and felt compelled to exorcise the scenes playing in my mind.
     
    Explain your title. You went from the character names to a title that might indicate a paranormal theme. When did you get the inspiration to change it and why did you pick that?
    The title comes from “Wolf Like Me”, a TV on the Radio song about giving into one’s animalistic sexual urges, which fits Efrain quite well. I’d always been dissatisfied with “Efrain and Cory”, and had been tossing around title ideas for a while. About the time that I decided to split the story up into a series and was working on a title for the second book, I decided to rename the first book and use the original title for the series (which eventually got changed to EPIC). The next book titles will refer to Indie and Preston.
     
    Bad jokes… a habit of yours or just your characters in this story?
    Both. I also give people weird nicknames in real life, too. I even warn my students about it when I introduce myself.
     
    If you had to pick celebrities that could play your characters, who would you pick? Why?
    Efrain – William Levy has the face and body, but also looks like the kind of guy who’d take a bite out of you. However, if this were to be narrated or animated, I’d want Freddie Prince, Jr. (who has voiced some of my favorite male characters).
     
    Cory – I try not to, but Channing Tatum always comes to mind with Cory. The looks are there, but Tatum seems like an approachable and likeable person. Plus, he has the moves (Magic Mike, anyone?). Chris Evans also works, especially with his comedic ability.
     
    Preston – Jason Carrion (better known as April Carrion) is as pretty out of drag as he is in it, and has that right amount of sass and sweetness.
     
    Indie – I’m still out on Indie. The closest I can get is Leo Moricchioli, a Norwegian musician who makes metal covers of non-metal songs. The guy is amazingly talented, and a total goofball. He’s almost like an older bizzaro world Norwegian breeder version of Indie.
     
    If you could say one thing to readers about Wolf Like Me, what would it be?
    My favorite scene would have to be Efrain and Cory’s first hookup—the scene that started it all. I was only writing it down to get it out of my head, but was so hot I couldn’t stop. Funnily enough, it even got my husband (who is hella straight) hot and bothered. (Yeah, the hubs read the first four chapters.)
     
    Book 2 of your series, E.P.I.C., that started with Wolf Like Me has a story in progress at 20k+ so far. Do you foresee this book hitting the 100k+ count that the first story did?
    Possibly. There are a lot of things in the works for the titular characters—more antics, more sex, more BAM! GAY DRAMA!—that I might end up hitting that mark even in a third or fourth book.
  21. Cia
    Cassie Q's story, Geeks, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Cassie's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring her chosen excerpt.
     
    Cassie says... I like the excerpt because really shows what kind of person Mikeal is like, how he has to think about things for a long time and how something as simple as a kiss can throw him for a loop. It shows how attracted he is to the other boy, even though he's afraid to admit it. One of the things about the story that I like so much is how much Mikeal starts to come out of his shell and becomes more confident when he and the green haired boy (his name is Adam) start to date and fall in love.
     

    Want to read more? Check out the rest of the story here!
  22. Cia
    This month features an older story by Cassie Q, but that is a big favorite of a lot of readers. It's one of her more lighthearted works, and the 17 chapters garnered over 90 reviews. Below, Cassie shared some of her favorites! Make sure you go check it out.
     




     

    Length: 64,139
     
    Description: A shy Star Wars geek love falls in love with an outgoing anime geek. As friends, family and old flames get in the way, will the two find a way to make it work?
     
    Reviews:
     
    Headstall says… I loved, loved ,loved this story. These are wonderful characters that you brought to life. While there was lots of drama, none of it seemed contrived or over the top. Everything about this story came across as real and believable, nary a wrong note anywhere. I commend you and thank you for such a satisfying experience...Cheers and thanks...Gary
     
    Daddydavek says… Damn those geeky types sure are high maintenance and the sex scenes are smokin'.
     
    Cole Matthews says… Cassie, I love this story so much. I'm glad Mikeal found some resolution and is at peace with it. It has given me such pleasure. Thank you for writing and sharing it with us.
     


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    October C S R Feature: Wolf Like Me By Dayne Mora

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Happy October! This month we have an epic-length story, so get ready to spend all your spare time reading in order to be ready to discuss Dayne Mora's Wolf Like Me on Halloween. See the theme? Well, there are no werewolves in the story (sorry!) but there might be some nibbling. You'll have to read the story to find out! Due to the length of the story, don't feel like you have to complete it to come comment. I will encourage anyone doing specific comments to the story to use the spoiler code.
     



    Wolf Like Me


    by Dayne Mora


     

    Length: 125,742
     
    Description: Cory, 18 year-old walking Texas stereotype who swings both ways, comes to Virgina Tech to play football and hopefully be less of a closet case. There he finds a sophomore wide-receiver who likes to bite, a pretty boy pre-med with a talent for name calling, and a grad student with a big...chip on his shoulder. (Formerly "Efrain and Cory")
     
    A Reader Said: This was such an amazing story! I've read everything, except the last four chapters, twice. Such great characters and depth, so good! I can't wait for the next book. Thank you. ~ blueirealand
     


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    This month's Discussion day will be on Monday, October 31st.


  24. Cia

    September C S R Discussion Day: Thaw By Puppilull

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Did you have a chance to read Puppilull's story, Thaw, for this month's CSR feature? I hope so!! I've asked her a few questions about herself, her writing, and the story itself so enjoy this month's interview and remember to share your thoughts about her story or the interview below.
     
    What's your favorite room in your house? Do you plot or write there?
    I don’t really have a favorite room, unless you count the bedroom since sleeping is very nice. My stories are usually plotted in various places, where inspiration strikes. I tend to ‘see’ scenes in my head, ‘hear’ a string of words that turn into key moments in a story. So plotting is done in bed, in the shower, on my bike on my way to work, running in the park… Writing is done on my couch (or, if I have a really slow day, at work, but don’t tell my boss…)
     
    What brought you to GayAuthors?
    I was reading stories on Literotica and the story I was tracking had ceased to update. As I recall, it was TimothyM I was stalking at that time. LOL I googled and ended up here. The site with the community feel was appealing so I started reading here instead, even if it took about a year for me to actually become a member and stop lurking. The stories here are better (although I sometimes go back for a little naughty naughty…) and I like the possibility to interact with authors and other members.
     
    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
    I’d say being non-native speaking and trying to write in a foreign language is hard. I can end up writing things that sound perfectly normal to me, but in reality isn’t English. For the most part, I aim to keep things simple without being simplistic.
     
    As for the stories themselves, I try to be imaginative and true to the characters. That said, I write for fun and have stayed away from heavier subjects. So reaching a depth to my writing, where you feel it in your heart, is a challenge. Maybe I’ll dare to try it eventually.
     
    Is your writing process a daily word count goal or more of a burst of inspiration writing flurry?
    When I start a story, I’m more dependent on inspiration. As soon as I’ve gotten to know my characters, the story tends to write itself. If I feel sluggish or uninspired, I can still jot down a scene or two and keep momentum. Maybe it’s due to my profession (lawyer) that I’ve learned that waiting for inspiration to write can make you miss deadlines. Just get the job done!
     
    What do you think is the most important thing to include in a story? How did that come into play with Thaw?
    I need to get to know the characters before I can get a proper feel for the story. This can take time, like when I wrote Lupercalia and didn’t get to know my MC until I was reaching the end. With Thaw, both Joel and Lucas were there from the start, Joel more so than Lucas. So I never had to think very much about how they would react to the events that transpired. The story just unfolded in a strange but amazing sort of way. I got a lot of input from reviews and that influenced the story, but not really the characters.
     
    How did you come up with the idea of the town having to move in Thaw?
    Since the setting turned out to be the end of the world, leading me to Kiruna which is actually moving in real life, that came by itself.
     
    Exactly how much fun was it to write your first cliffhanger?
    So much fun! It was a giddy sort of feeling, but at the same time I felt a bit mean to my readers. Still, I figured they could handle it.
     
    You include a few ‘iconic’ cold-weather hobbies in the story, like hockey and snowmobiling. Do you enjoy those too or just included them for the characters’ enjoyment?
    I love the snow when it’s -15 and the sun is out. Here in Stockholm, that’s rarely the case. Snowmobiling is so much fun and I figured the guys would do that for fun. It’s a big thing in the north of Sweden. Hockey isn’t my favorite sport, but also the logical choice for a big guy from Kiruna.
     
    The story focuses on a few different aspects of the law, with one main character a lawyer and the other a cop. Was this based on personal experience making it easier to write, or was it developed as part of the plot with research?
    Thaw was born during late night chat sessions with JohnAR and the idea of a character being a hockey playing giant cop emerged from just a few quick exchanges. Since our cop deserved a love interest, we joked around about someone different but who was able to connect. The love interest also needed to have a reason to show up in Kiruna, and that’s where my profession turned out handy. Lawyers do get their hands on a lot of information, sometimes sensitive and that could get dangerous. Since I know the business, I didn’t have to do much research.
     
    Anything new you want to share with us?
    I’m writing an entry for the fall anthology and there’s also a story brewing. Unfortunately, I got sidetracked by summer and other stories that sort of demanded my attention, but I hope to have something new for you all in the not too distant future.
     


    ​Okay, guys! Time to share your thoughts (Look how much she enjoyed that cliffhanger!
    )

  25. Cia
    Cole Matthews' The Art of Being Gay was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Cole's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring his chosen excerpt.
     
    Cole says... This excerpt gives you a glimpse at the tone and character of the story. It's a comedy, a farce really, and also gives the reader some of Roy's attributes. This segment also shows how Roy may not think he's ready to date, but fate really doesn't care about such reservations.
     

    Want to read more? Check out the rest of the story here!
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