AH Anthology

[TheEarl]

There are, I'm learning, also a bunch of sites that do reviews -- and I'll provide a PDF "advance review copy" that can be e-mailed to such sites.

Thanks. I was going to ask about an electronic review copy and whether we wanted to send out the whole manuscript in a form which could be copied easily.

Currently I'm planning on contacting FHM, Men's Health, Glamour and Writer's Forum. Anyone else got any other ideas of magazines that it might suit?

The Earl

 

[impressive]

Thanks. I was going to ask about an electronic review copy and whether we wanted to send out the whole manuscript in a form which could be copied easily.

Always a risk, but I thought I'd put a statement on a cover page that the document is coded so that the source is identifiable if it turns up somewhere (a serial number, of sorts). I can also add various security features through Adobe.

 

[Guest]

*sigh*
ive been wanting to buy the first volume but the cash flow seems to be a huge problem. however, i am saving and pinching pennies to do so. god i can't wait to have all the volumes on my shelf one day!

 

[TheEarl]

Always a risk, but I thought I'd put a statement on a cover page that the document is coded so that the source is identifiable if it turns up somewhere (a serial number, of sorts). I can also add various security features through Adobe.

I was wondering whether it might be worthwhile just making a review copy that consists of 2 stories, 2 poems and their illustrations as a sample, rather than giving the whole lot out willy-nilly.

Or does that seem too untrusting?

The Earl

 

[impressive]

I was wondering whether it might be worthwhile just making a review copy that consists of 2 stories, 2 poems and their illustrations as a sample, rather than giving the whole lot out willy-nilly.

Or does that seem too untrusting?

The Earl

Well, it's untrusting ... and also unfair to the authors/poets/illustrators who are not included.

 

[TheEarl]

Well, it's untrusting ... and also unfair to the authors/poets/illustrators who are not included.

Fair nuff. I bow to your experience in these matters, Little Miss Published.

The Earl

 

[Black Tulip]

Imp,

I'll check the spelling of all names and will put the titles in italics. When do you need the final version of the Introduction? I have been rather busy off line lately.

Sick, sad and sizzling with anger.

Alex,

Thank you for the editing and the compliment.

Missing is a major problem. In my own language it would mean the feeling you have because there is something missing in your life. The something could be anything. I've been searching for a verb to cover that because I described all the other emotions by verbs too.

Any suggestions? It's close to longing but less defined.

 

[impressive]

When do you need the final version of the Introduction? I have been rather busy off line lately.

Sick, sad and sizzling with anger.

Hope things settle for you soon, BT.

Please have the final version to me by 31 August. I'm shooting for a 9/15 upload (3 months from v1) ... for a quarterly publication.

Also, I got a back cover blurb from one of my Phaze colleagues ... but I'm not thrilled with it. I'd like options -- so please, go forth & plead for such from any published authors you know. We can do a poll if there are several submitted. Push it as a free promo (as the author's web link can go below their signature). Direct them to the CafePress site and Gwen's blurb as an example.

(What I received was more along the lines of an Introduction -- and it only mentions a few of the stories/poems.)

We're short on illustrations for this volume, too!


EDIT: As a last resort, I can write the blurb as "Alessia Brio."

 

[Black Tulip]

Ohhhh, that gives me plenty of time!

Have you thought of asking Sabledrake for a blurb? I know she is published, but not sure under which names.

I'll kick some ass soon. That always makes me feel better.

 

[impressive]

Have you thought of asking Sabledrake for a blurb? I know she is published, but not sure under which names.

I've thought of lots of options -- and my final thought is that I want someone ELSE to take on some responsibility. I'm doing enough.

 

[cloudy]

I can ask the Sandman to do it, he has a novel published - that is, if y'all want me to.

 

[Black Tulip]

I've thought of lots of options -- and my final thought is that I want someone ELSE to take on some responsibility. I'm doing enough.

Sowrrry. I'll ask her.



Maybe we can ask The Sandman for a volume too?

 

[impressive]

I can ask the Sandman to do it, he has a novel published - that is, if y'all want me to.

Please. If we get more than one, I'll post 'em in a poll. Thanks.

 

[cloudy]

Please. If we get more than one, I'll post 'em in a poll. Thanks.

will do.

 

[cloudy]

Sandman says he'd be honored to do the back blurb for us.

edit: how's this?

By definition, a cocktail is a drink that is served usually at a gathering or party. It is something that is associated with a cozy, usually intimate, informal affair. A host of talented writers has offered up a bevy of different cocktails for your delight and consumption. They are both intimate, cozy and certainly a tasty delight to wet both your palate as well as your imagination.

So come in, sit down, and be prepared to be entertained. Enjoy your cocktail.

Many Feathers, (aka Thesandman)

 

[Black Tulip]

I like it.



Haven't heard from Sabledrake yet.

 

[impressive]

Sandman says he'd be honored to do the back blurb for us.

edit: how's this?

By definition, a cocktail is a drink that is served usually at a gathering or party. It is something that is associated with a cozy, usually intimate, informal affair. A host of talented writers has offered up a bevy of different cocktails for your delight and consumption. They are both intimate, cozy and certainly a tasty delight to wet both your palate as well as your imagination.

So come in, sit down, and be prepared to be entertained. Enjoy your cocktail.

Many Feathers, (aka Thesandman)

I like the focus on cocktail.

(Now, here's me being picky.) The cover (front and back) is the only part of the book visible at CafePress. Thus, I would like it to mention that the book contains erotic prose AND poetry AND original illustrations. They're all selling points -- not just the prose.

I haven't counted words, but I think there'd be room for a few more (in relation to what was used for v1).

Also, the whole point of having a published author do the blurb is that it obviously BE a published author ... so the signature should reflect that. For example,

~ Many Feathers
author of The Smutsters Guide to Erotica
www.ManyFeathers.com

... otherwise, it could just be any ol' schmuck writing the blurb and who'd give a rat's ass?

 

[Boxlicker101]

Sandman says he'd be honored to do the back blurb for us.

edit: how's this?

By definition, a cocktail is a drink that is served usually at a gathering or party. It is something that is associated with a cozy, usually intimate, informal affair. A host of talented writers has offered up a bevy of different cocktails for your delight and consumption. They are both intimate, cozy and certainly a tasty delight to wet both your palate as well as your imagination.

So come in, sit down, and be prepared to be entertained. Enjoy your cocktail.

Many Feathers, (aka Thesandman)

Just to be picky, you are repeating the word "usually" in the first two sentences and "whet" is misspelled in the last sentence.

 

[Black Tulip]

...
Also, the whole point of having a published author do the blurb is that it obviously BE a published author ... so the signature should reflect that. For example,

... otherwise, it could just be any ol' schmuck writing the blurb and who'd give a rat's ass?

LOL

You have such a nice way with words, Imp.

 

[impressive]

LOL

You have such a nice way with words, Imp.

I can't think of a nicer thing to say to an author!

 

[Guest]

Anthology Introduction for Book 2

* bump *

Hello everyone -

I PM'd some suggestions to Black Tulip for the introduction.

She wasn't offended (bless her heart) and asked if I'd post them in the thread for everyone to help with the editing process. So help away, please!


Anthology Introduction for Book 2

The words erotic and cocktail go together surprisingly well. Think on it. Both are appealing because they consist of a blending of ingredients. What's more, the mixing and blending provide the consumer with endless variety; a slight shifting in one element will give you a completely new taste.

The cocktail you are holding in your hand right now is made up of a multitude of flavors, each with its own place in the world of erotic delights.

Not only is there a choice between heterosexual, homosexual, or a combination of encounters, you may select stories, poems, or enjoy one of the many inspiring illustrations. They all focus on explicit emotions and those sentiments intertwine to offer you definite pleasure.

The first emotion you'll discover is that of loss. The poem Invisible by sophia jane will strike a chord with many a mother. Dar~ wrote With You Without Me, another poem about loss. And in the story Pleasing Ellie, sophia jane demonstrates losing the feeling of being loved and wanted.

Loss is similar to longing, an emotion you'll find in the almost Shakespearean poem Questions, by matriarch. In the story The Spirit of Frankenstein by Quiet_Cool, the obsessive longing turns the story into something that grips your gut. And if that is too bizarre for your palate, you'll discover aching longing in Belegon's poem Almost Enough.

If desire is your choice perhaps you'll prefer Wet Panties?, a story by Belegon. Romantic desire is a flavor you'll find in many contributions, including A Seduction in the Dark, a poem by LadyJeanne, and in her loving story, Release the Beast. There is a different story about desire in matriarch's Chocolate Sauce and Handcuffs. Not surprisingly, it's also about the taste of fantasy.

Maybe you prefer the raw side of sexual lust. If so, you'll be eagerly drawn to base+ment, a poem by 4degrees. Strong cravings identify Tatelou's story Public Humiliation, in which she mingles anticipation and trust.

Yearning and needing can be found in XES, a sexy and playful poem by neonurotic. Boxlicker101 gives us another look at fun in his poem May. Awful Arthur's A Honeymoon Affair is a story about intense yearning that borders on lust. And Wet Dream, a poem by Tristesse, will thrill you with dreamy desire.

For many people desire grows with anticipation, as in rgraham666's story Buzz Me. Liar's poem Bite Me deals with waiting in a completely different way. And gloss, a poem by minsue, is filled with expectant anticipation.

Love certainly adds a wonderful flavor to the overall mix, and impressive's poem There's Always Heaven contains pure loving with a strong streak of hope. Loving can also be tender, and you'll find that out for yourself when you read Be Gentle With Her, a story by Alex De Kok. But love can be fierce as well as tender, and Dranoel's Do You Still Love Me? is not for the faint of heart. And if you truly enjoy scary stories, then you must certainly read cloudy's Possession.

And last but not least, is the humorous Dr. Bob and His Dildo by ABSTRUSE. It is a delightfully absurd story filled with laughing wordplay.

The only ingredients left unmentioned are the beautiful illustrations throughout by rhinoguy, 4degrees and cantdog. Classy, amusing, sometimes touching, sometimes arousing, they are an essential part of the mix.

Whatever your tastes may be, this cocktail will appease. This cocktail should be able to cater to at least some of your needs, or wants, or desires, or obsessions, or ... you get my drift.

 

[Many Feathers]

Lol...

I can't think of a nicer thing to say to an author!

Ok,.... "Dragon's Breath" Publisher Ecstacy Books

 

[Boxlicker101]

If you are putting this up for comments, here goes. In the third paragraph, instead of saying "...heterosexual, homosexual...", what about "...straight, gay...", which is the more conventional wording. Instead of "...one of the many illustrations...", why suggest a limitation? "...the many illustrations..." especially in view of the intertwining sentiments that are mentioned later.

 

[Guest]

If you are putting this up for comments, here goes. In the third paragraph, instead of saying "...heterosexual, homosexual...", what about "...straight, gay...", which is the more conventional wording. Instead of "...one of the many illustrations...", why suggest a limitation? "...the many illustrations..." especially in view of the intertwining sentiments that are mentioned later.

I think those are excellent suggestions, Box.

 

[Many Feathers]

Hi stranger...

Not speaking to me any more huh?