Friday, July 28, 2006

Offensive Smells

The sense of smell triggers more in our brains than the other four senses. (At least, I believe this, with the exception of possibly sound.) But, the problem with smells is that they linger. So, while the single rose on my desk is pleasant, the guy who just walked into our office reeking from an overabundance of Polo is offensive. And, the bad part is that the strong scent has stayed in our lobby, our hallway, and our conference room, and will probably stay for hours.

Why, oh why, do people feel the need to bathe in a perfectly good cologne, or aftershave, or perfume, when as the old slogan for Dippity Do goes, "A little dab'll do ya."

And for those of us with allergies...I shiver to think of the many times I've had to leave an event because my eyes swelled, and I couldn't stop sneezing when someone close to me liberally applied enough smelly stuff to make it impossible to breathe. This was especially embarrasing at a funeral.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy a good scent as much as the next person. However, I prefer my Chanel No. 5 in a light spray, not a gallon bucket.

Have a great weekend!
Jessie

Tuesday, July 25, 2006

Music Ramblings

While at RT, me and a few other people got caught up in a conversation about music--cheesy music. I usually have a soundtrack of sorts to match the mood of my story, but these songs will never make the soundtracks. Here's a list of cheesy songs that even if you do like them, you'll be too embarrassed to admit it.

Midnight at the Oasis (does anyone actually put a camel to bed?)
Afternoon Delight (the lyrics no one can understand are, "I always thought a fish could not be caught that didn't bite.")
On the Cover of the Rolling Stone (A gen-u-wine Indian guru)
Ode to Billy Joe (Pass the blackeyed peas)
Harper Valley PTA (Now, why is she using more ice?)
Chevy Van (Keep your eyes on the road, son and slow this vehicle down)

I have all of these, in one form or another, and probably dozens more that I blessedly don't remember. Otherwise, you might pass me in the hall one day and hear me humming, Billy Don't be a Hero.

Jessie

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Reader Appreciation at Samhain

I hope everyone will join me and other Samhain authors as we celebrate ReaderAppreciation Week July 10th through July 16th. Be prepared to add toyour wish list as authors share excerpts from a variety of genresincluding romance, fantasy and suspense. Come to chat, come to win one(or two) of the MANY prizes being offered throughout the week, come tochat with your favorite authors and make new friends. Monday through Friday, authors will pop in to the Samhain Cafe throughout the day to chat, share excerpts and blurbs from their booksand post contests.

Each day is dedicated to specific genres of fiction/romance. Monday July 10th - Suspense/Mystery/Thriller
Tuesday July 11th - Fantasy/Sci-Fi-Futuristic
Wednesday July 12th - Paranormal
Thursday July 13th - Historical/Western
Friday July 14th - Contemporary/Chick Lit/Comedy
Saturday July 15th and Sunday July 16th , Two authors every hour will share blurbs, prizes and excerpts. The party starts at 9 eastern and goes until 9pm Saturday and Sunday so be prepared for non-stop action on these days!You can sign up for the fun at www.samhaincafe@yahoogroups.com This event will take place on the Samhain Cafe, not the chatroom, so beprepared for a high volume of emails. You can choose to go digest, nomail or special notices and read and participate directly from the board, if you are someone who doesn't like a large number of emails to come through your inbox. We look forward to seeing everyone and helping us celebrate the fabulousness that is our readers!

Tuesday, July 04, 2006

Erotic Escapades Scavenger Hunt

Want to win a bunch of cool prizes? Then check out fellow author Michelle Pillow's Erotic Escapades Scavenger Hunt! Lots of authors have gotten together to help out and donated prizes, including yours truly. Check it out here: http://www.erotic-escapades.com/PillowSH.html

I hope everyone has a safe and wonderful 4th of July Holiday and that the fireworks continue into the bedroom!

Peace,
Jessie

Saturday, July 01, 2006

Naughty Excerpts

Lord Night won its first award Thursday at Coffee Time Romance's Naughty Excerpt Day!! I'm thrilled and honored to receive "Hottest Excerpt" for Lord Night. Here's the winning excerpt:

Blurb: An alternate dimension…demons…a dangerous game…will fiery passionbe their only defense? Temp agency owner Shannon Miller likes to play video games, butshe never expected to find herself in one, let alone with a sexyscientist who makes her body melt with desire. Physicist Damien Richards is blind—and not only in matters thatconcern his sight. Despite the accomplishments he's achieved increating an alternate dimension, he still believes he is unwhole dueto his physical impairment. When a lab accident propels the two into an experimental,alternate dimension, they find themselves playing a dangerous game,unable to return, fighting demons as well as a passion that couldconsume them both. Will they be able to face their personal fears andwin the game of love?
Excerpt:
When he finally unfastened the gold clasp of her gown, it fellaway, exposing her fully to his gaze. The head of his shaft playedagainst the skin above her mound. The little droplets of moisture heleft behind only heightened her fervor.
"Do not move," he commanded. The weight of the nipple chainlessened and he placed the amethyst between her breasts.
She had begged for relief from the sweet torment earlier, but nowthe loss of it made her crave it all the more. The heat of his breathcaressed her bare stomach when he crouched low over her, like apredator stalking her scent.
She fisted her hands in the plush rug underneath to keep frommoving and held tight when he nipped the sensitive flesh below hernavel. The sensation of his love bite stayed even as he backed awayuntil she couldn't feel any part of him touching her.
"Spread your legs for me."
The skirt of her gown feathered over her legs when she opened forhim. She held her breath in anticipation, fully aware of his gaze onher. She felt his triumphant smile when her juices surged and flowedover her swollen labia.
He nestled between her legs, and she clenched her hands in aneffort to keep from raking them through his hair and pulling himcloser. An eternity passed, but she lay motionless as he hadinstructed, refusing to beg him. Every muscle in her body trembled,taut with expectation, until one slow stroke of his tongue shatteredher.
She squirmed beneath him, exposing more of herself to his mouth.The moist warmth of his tongue penetrated her swollen flesh sendingwaves of ecstasy through her. He kissed her opening, plunging into itshot depths. Her muscles tightened around him.
He pulled out before she came. "You have a greedy little pussy,Shannon. Fortunately, I'm a generous man."
Suffering from lack of completion, a low cry of frustration escaped.
"I'm going to kiss you again. Sample your sweet nectar until I'mdrunk from it. Don't come until I allow you." Her breasts swelled and ached. She moved her hands to massagethem, but he caught them and placed them back at her sides. "Every part of you is my pleasure." His strong fingers found her nipples andsqueezed as his tongue delved deep inside her once again.
Writhing beneath him, she struggled for control. Her own desireheld her captive, ensnared her, even as his lips grazed her overlytender clit.
"Now," he ground out. "Come for me now." He sucked her clit andflicked the sensitive nub with his tongue. A scream formed in her throat and escaped as the force of the orgasm swelled through her.
Sated and still wrapped in the warm haze of pleasure, she barelynoticed when Damien removed the nightgown, cradled her in his arms andcarried her to the bed.
The covers were folded back, and the cool sheets felt goodagainst her heated skin. She turned over and snuggled deep into thesoft down pillows, exhausted and weak, but he didn't give her a chance to recover.

Peace,
Jessie