Tag: Torquere Press

  • \”Taking a Chance\” on Wednesday!

    For 2012-2013, Torquere\’s authors have chosen the theme \”Leather Bound\” in honor of Torquere’s ninth anniversary. The ninth is traditionally the leather anniversary; what better theme to let GLBTQ writers go wild? The charity which will benefit from this year’s Charity Blitz is NOH8, whose mission is to promote marriage, gender and human equality through education, advocacy, social media, and visual protest. More than twenty-five authors have written short fiction pieces and have agreed to donate all proceeds of the sales of these stories to this year\’s charitable organization. Torquere Press Inc. will match the authors\’ donations completely.

    This year, we\’re also pleased to announce that our distribution partner, Rainbow eBooks, has agreed to once again be the title sponsor of our Sip collection, and will be our sole distributor outside of the Torquere Books website. Please support our sponsor by visiting their website. at www.rainbowebooks.com.

    Rachel and I are participating with our short story, \”Taking a Chance\”, which will be available for purchase on Torquere Books and Rainbow Ebooks.

    \”Taking a Chance,\” by A. Catherine Noon and Rachel Wilder
    Doctor Jacob Davison has outgrown the hookups of his younger days and wants to settle down. When he’s abandoned by the side of the road, a leather-clad stranger stops and offers him a ride. Chance Renton is different from anyone Jay’s ever met. He’s caring and helpful, yet cynical and world-weary.

    From the first moment of their shared motorcycle ride, an attraction begins to simmer between them. Between Jay’s ex-boyfriend showing up and the misconceptions they have about each other, does this relationship have a chance?

  • Join Me Today at the Torquere LiveJournal

    It\’s my day to take over the Torquere Press LiveJournal, Torquere_Social.  I have three posts planned throughout the day about how to get the most out of writing conferences.  Please join me and comment, ask questions, whatever your mood dictates.

  • Gender Stratification and Worldbuilding, Oh My!

    Join me today at one of my team blogs, LGBT Fantasy Fans and Writers. I share some thoughts about our novel Emerald Fire and accidental gender stratification. Oops! 🙂

  • Join Me at Torquere Press Today for Silk and Linen

    Join me today at Romance for the Rest of Us, the blog of Torquere Press.  My post, Silk and Linen, shares some of my favorite haircare secrets.  I hope you enjoy!

  • Hair Tea – Emerald Fire and Herbs

    In writing, we get to use what we know.  This used to intimidate me (what if I don\’t know anything??) until I realized that\’s my inner critic talking.  I do too know stuff.

    So.  What do I know?

    The airspeed veloc…  Nevermind.  Hair tea!  I know how to make hair tea.  Not tea you drink, though I do know how to make that too, but tea you put on the hair to make it healthy and shiny – and augment the color.  In writing Emerald Fire, Rachel and I got to put that knowledge to use and give it to the Keepers.

    I figured I\’d share some of the secrets today at Torquere Press:

    \”Research and World Building – Teeka’s Special Hair Tea Blend\”

    I hope you have a moment to stop on by!

  • Win An Ebook!

    Watch for posts on Facebook and Twitter about my book. Then comment on it and share with friends. Your comment will enter you to win a free copy of the ebook. Everyone participating and commenting will also receive a coupon code for discounted shopping.

  • Emerald Fire Is Out Today!

    I\’m so excited!  Emerald Fire is out today from Torquere Press.

    The harsh desert world of Persis has developed its own customs far from Old Earth. Keepers are cherished as caregivers and helpmeets to Hunters. During Emerald Keeper Teeka’s first Contract with Senior Hunter Brant, disaster strikes. Brant is killed and Teeka is stranded, surrounded by strangers, and unsure of who to trust. A dark and moody Hunter steps forward with an offer of partnership and protection. Teeka wonders what motivates the scarred and solitary Senior Hunter Quill. 

    Both have hidden motives for agreeing, and both are suspicious of each other. But the Great Valley will force them to work together and build a trust born out of necessity and survival. Between the dangers of the harsh desert and the malice of a hidden enemy, Teeka and Quill must learn to believe in each other to find the truth.

    Pick up your copy today! Emerald Fire by A. Catherine Noon and Rachel Wilder