APRIL 2008 ~ NEWSLETTER

In this Issue ...
A Note from J.M. Snyder

Wow. April. And I'm so far behind schedule, it isn't even funny! Note to self: don't sign up for so many AmberPax collections next year.

For fans of my Vic and Matt stories, "Leatherman and Sexy Boy" is a new, short story featuring the guys that has been published at Eros Monthly. Matt has found a box of his lover Vic’s old leather fetish gear, and has something special planned to celebrate Vic's birthday. Click here to read the story for free!

Nothing like staying busy, eh?

New Books Coming This Month

Two Dogs Position ~ Available April 13th from Amber Allure
Book 5 of The Positions of Love series

A classic position: Doggy Style. One of Vic's favorites, it brings out the animal in him. Literally, as he finds out when Matt invites a handful of friends over for a party. Vic's heightened senses are reeling from the sights and sounds, and he has to lock himself away in the bathroom for a little alone time just to get his latest superpower under control. But what he hears in the apartment above puts all thoughts of celebration on hold.

 

Lunch Break ~ Available April 15th from Aspen Mountain
Book 8 of the Working Man series

Nick works as a stock boy at a local grocery store. Some days he hates his job ... like when he's trying to flirt with a sexy young businessman named Kevin, and other customers keep interrupting. When Kevin returns to the store just to see him, Nick once again finds himself in an embarrassing situation. But something about him interests Kevin and their second encounter leads to a lunch date and the promise of so much more.

 

Conflict of Interest ~ Available April 26th from Torquere Press

When Alex Hitchner signs up to volunteer at a local youth shelter, he isn't prepared to be introduced to Jamie Owens, an 18 year old with a bad attitude. Just two years younger than Alex, Jamie is nervy, precocious, and damn sexy, to boot. Alex tries to keep his distance, both physically and emotionally, but Jamie becomes a part of his life in a way Alex doesn't expect. He has to choose between giving into Jamie ... or giving him up.

Note: cover is for self-published print edition.

March Releases

The Regent's Knight ~ Published March 9th from Amber Allure Press

When the King of Pharr is lost in battle, his son Amery becomes regent in his father's stead. The royal advisers pressure him to take the crown and assume the throne, which would mean taking a queen, as well. Amery doesn't want to do that because he's deeply in love with one of his knights, Sir Tovin Raimus, from the southland.

But when barbarians breach the northern border, Amery must choose between duty to his kingdom and the love of his life.

 

Hammock Position ~ Published March 16th from Amber Allure
Book 4 of The Positions of Love series

Spring is in the air, and Matt diLorenzo convinces his lover Vic Braunson to join him for a little "rest and relaxation" on the sunny banks of the James River. But a crazy driver cuts Vic off on the interstate, then runs a school bus full of children off the overpass. Vic and Matt watch in horror as the bus dangles above them.

Will Vic's latest unintentional superpower be enough to help rescue the kids?

 

Car Trouble ~ Published March 21st from Aspen Mountain
Book 7 of the Working Man series

When Terrence Jackson's new Mercedes begins to act up, his secretary suggests he take it to a local auto shop she usually frequents. What begins as a bad day improves when he meets the mechanic.

Dressed in a pair of tight, oil-stained jeans and little else, Jimmy exudes sex appeal. Terrence finds himself drawn to the mechanic, and soon it's not just his car being serviced.

New Reviews
The Bonds of Love
"Snyder has created a phenomenal plot that adds a depth to the original story and held me spellbound from the very start. The love between Matt and Vic is shown in how they love being able to read each other's mind, sharing their every thought. I enjoyed watching the powers that Vic obtains manifest, and how Vic and Matt react to them." ~ a Recommended Read from Fallen Angel Reviews

Stepping Up to the Plate series
"A wonderful drama about a young man (with way too much attitude) climbing out of the dead end rut of his life ... not what I would call a romantic or highly erotic story even though there is strong sexual content, but it is a captivating story." ~ a Recommended Read from Joyfully Reviewed

The Regent's Knight
""Another tale where the yaoi influence is really strong, with the classic top-bottom couple. And it's funny and lighthearted: a very enjoyable reading, that has left me with a smile." ~ Reader Review by Elisa Rolle

Working Man Book 1: Opening Day at the County Fair
"Sometimes chance gives a person exactly what they've been looking for. I found this a read with romance, humor and steamy sex. Good reading and great fun." ~ Alternative Read

Coming Soon

Here's a quick look ahead at what's on the horizon for me in the next few months:

MAY 2008

With This Ring
From Amber Allure. When a local research scientist contacts Matt with a solution to his little "problem," Vic is willing to try the cure and lose his superhero abilities for his lover's peace of mind. But the scientist has an agenda of his own. Can Vic protect Matt, even without his super strength or their mental bond?

Tricked Out
From Aspen Mountain. Will Moore is a detective who was involved in a case that went down badly. He was given a month’s sabbatical to pull himself together after the death of his informant, a young man named Teabag with whom Will had become involved. Back on the force, Will finds himself drawn to another street punk, a hustler named Corey, who seeks assistance to protect his “boys” from a violent attacker. Though they work well together, Will can’t seem to shake the feeling he will fail Corey the same way he failed Tea.
Speed Trap
Book 9 of Working Man, from Aspen Mountain. When a sexy cop pulls you over for speeding but lets you go with just a warning, how do you try to find him again? Well, if it worked the first time, then speeding around the interstate just might get him to notice you again.

Cowboy Position
Book 6 of The Positions of Love, from Amber Allure. When Vic learns of his lover Matt's fetish for food, he's more than willing to indulge in a little erotic picnic in the safety of their living room. But the power this new position gives him isn't all it's cracked up to be.

Best Gay Bondage Erotica
Paperback anthology from Cleis Press which includes my story, "Mastering Stefan."

Forever After
paperback collection combining my e-books Persistence of Memory and The Regent's Knight, from Amber Allure.

 

JUNE 2008

Tech Support ~ Book 10 of Working Man.

Kneeling Butterfly Position ~ Book 7 of The Positions of Love.

Conflict of Interest ~ Available in a self-published paperback from Lulu Press.

Boys in Heat ~ Paperback anthology from Cleis Press which includes my story, "Hooking Up."

The Queer Collection 2008 ~ Paperback anthology from Fabulist Flash Press which includes my story, "Shut Up and Drive."

April Contests

Website Contest ~ As you know, I try to host a contest every month. For April, I'm giving away free e-book copies of my three upcoming releases (see above), as well as a special grand prize ...

... A signed paperback copy of any ONE of my books shown to the right. The winner receives his or her choice of one of the following titles: The Bonds of Love, Conflict of Interest, Crushed, Shorts, or Trin.

Information on how to enter the contests is available on my website. No purchase necessary. To enter the grand prize, you must answer a question (listed on the contest page). Winners of the e-books will be announced on each book's publication date. The grand prize will be awarded on April 30th.

Include a snail mail address in your contest e-mail to receive a goody bag of promotional items from myself and other authors. Possible items include bookmarks, keychains, postcards, flyers, pens, etc.

Subscribed Winners ~ Each month, I draw random winners from the membership lists of my newsletter and Yahoo! group. For every 100 subscribers, I choose one name, and the winners receive their choice of any electronic download from my backlist. I email winners regarding their prizes, and they have 30 days to claim them or the prize is forfeit. For privacy purposes, I only list their usernames here. This month's winners are:

  • kcjohnson9 and ladymagnolia99 won from my Yahoo! group
  • rdhowell71 and luann98837 won from my newsletter
March Contest Winners

Congratulations to the following winners:

More winners will be drawn next month!

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At the moment, that's all the news that's fit to write. As always, thanks for reading! ~ J. M. Snyder

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