WANTED:
Readers. Casual or rabid. OH and voters. Dedicated. Oh yeah and feed the bard-ers too. Determined.

What? You want the job. Cool.

Go check out the 17 wonderful competing stories submitted by some of your favorite and soon to be favorite bards. Then voice your choice and vote for your favorite story.

We also have one other story for you too. Make sure you check out B. Soiree's story Peril From the Past. You can feed that bard immediately...and I KNOW you will.

Okay...go read, go vote and, once the voting is over on June 22nd, get ready to feed those bards. http://www.academyofbards.org/contest/challenge19/index.html

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May 31, 2008

WANTED:
Readers. Casual or rabid. OH and voters. Dedicated. Oh yeah and feed the bard-ers too. Determined.
What? You want the job. Cool.
Go check out the 17 wonderful competing stories submitted by some of your favorite and soon to be favorite bards. Then voice your choice and vote for your favorite story.
We also have one other story for you too. Make sure you check out B. Soiree's story Peril From the Past. You can feed that bard immediately...and I KNOW you will.

Okay...go read, go vote and, once the voting is over on June 22nd, get ready to feed those bards.   
http://www.academyofbards.org/contest/challenge19/index.html

May 30th, 2008

Announcement
-from Kim Pritekel

Hello everyone. I'm sorry for the huge delay in 'Helix'. I have some good news and bad news. The bad news is the story is put on an indefinite hold. The good news is, it's on hold because I have two feature films I'm currently working on, and just don't have the time right now.

I'll keep Stephanie posted on what's going on, and when/if the story will resume. I've never done this before with a novel, and I'm sorry about this. My professional life just took off faster than I expected.

Thanks for all your patience, and I hope the lynching party isn't too crazy.

Take care,
Kim
Come visit me at: www.myspace.com/aspfilmswriter

May 29th, 2008

Added part 6 (conclusion) of Lost Kingdom by JM Dragon

May 27th, 2008

Welcome to the Academy, Cam Taylor!

Island of Belleza by Cam Taylor [über/alt/complete]
Having fled Britannia, a small group of women seeking a peaceful life away from strict rules, violent men and mercenaries set up home on a hidden island they call Belleza. The beautiful island becomes home to lost women and families. Generations later finds Queen Athena in charge. Her daughter, Arcadia is approaching courting age, and must soon start her search for her mate. But does she already know who that is? Has she already met her?

Eating Out in Squire's Island by Geonn [original/alt/complete]
Just a short, smutty thing I put together to show how the people of my fictional island Squire's Isle interact and cross each other's paths. Contains relationship-related spoilers for my novel "On the Air."

May 26th, 2008

When Xena Was Callisto by IseQween [classic/alt/complete]
When the Warrior Princess remains trapped in the body of her worst nemesis, Gabrielle must prove to herself, angry villagers and Xena that the killer on trial is actually a different person. This story offers an alternate version of what happened between the end of INTIMATE STRANGER and the beginning of TEN LITTLE WARLORDS.

May 25th, 2008

Announcement from PD Publishing:

Barb and I are very happy to announce we've signed another title. CL Hart, the author of Facing Evil, has signed her latest novel, From a Distance, with us. It is scheduled to be published in Summer 2009. For further information about this or any of our other titles, please go to our website. www.pdpublishing.com

Thanks for supporting our authors! ~ Linda

May 23rd, 2008

Added part 5 of Lost Kingdom by JM Dragon

May 21st, 2008

Welcome to the Academy, Spyrel!

Pretium Silenti by Spyrel   [Xena (Conqueror)/alt/complete] 
While in Rome to renegotiate a treaty, the Conqueror meets an unusual gladiator.

Noise by Spyrel [Original/Uber/Alt/Complete]
In a cyberpunk future, harsh interrogation dredges up memories of a woman's travels with a dangerous drifter.

May 19th, 2008

Added chapters 2 & 3 of Ayer Is Human by Phair

May 18th, 2008

Fighting the Effects by nut56 [classic/alt/complete]
This story explores the feelings of both Xena and Gabrielle when Gabrielle is stuck down by an enemy which Xena cannot protect her from. Although this is ultimately a story about courage and survival, it does deal with the effects of breast cancer, both physical and psychological, and should perhaps be avoided by anyone likely to be upset by this. There is some mild subtext, but this comes second to the love and strength of the two women.

Added part 4 of Lost Kingdom by JM Dragon

Added part 6 of Fortress at the Edge of the World by Mickey Minner

May 14th, 2008

I Could Sing by IseQween [classic/alt/complete]

Set between and after the second season’s first two episodes ORPHAN OF WAR and REMEMBER NOTHING, this story was inspired by Lucy Lawless during her participation in Celebrity Duets.

Announcements
- Intaglio Publications, Inc. is proud to announce the release of Residual Moon by Kate Sweeney

Residual Moon
By: Kate Sweeney
ISBN: 978-1-933113-94-4
$16.96
May 2008
Available now at www.bellabooks.com and http://www.scp-inc.biz/

Two young women are found dead on the Chicago lakefront in as many weeks, each murdered in the same fashion. Detective Sergeant Grayson MacCarthaigh is at her wit's end trying to solve the grisly mess before the murderer claims another victim.

Her only common thread is Dr. Neala Rourke, the curator of the famous National Museum in Dublin, Ireland. She is in Chicago with her archaeological exhibit at the Field Museum, which suspiciously coincides with the two murders.

With a strange and eerie turn of events, things start unraveling. Grayson now is compelled to return to her birthplace and follows Dr. Rourke back to Ireland where ancient Celtic beliefs and mythology are thrown into the mix, turning the detective's logical world upside-down.

However, one fact remains for the determined Detective MacCarthaigh: Someone killed those two women and whether real or mythological˜they will kill again.

 

May 13th, 2008

This is the Story by Mavis Applewater [alt/über/complete]
Part of the Wednesday Afternoon series. In Mavis Applewater's This Is The Story, Jules & Verna meet in the strangest way. Somehow they ended up becoming friends. But are they meant to be more than friends?

May 12th, 2008

Announcements

- From Jo Fothergill
The LESBIAN FICTION READERS CHOICE AWARDS were started to provide the readers of lesbian fiction a voice and we are extremely proud to say that the readers responded. In our second award period, members nominated over 64 books representing 59 writers.

We are very pleased to announce the results of the 2007 LESBIAN FICTION READERS CHOICE AWARDS.

In alphabetical order, the Readers' Favorites are:

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Writer 2007
- L.J. Baker
- Jane Fletcher
- Susan X. Meagher
- Radclyffe
- Ali Vali

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Anthology/Story Collection of 2007
- Girl Meets Girl – Susan X. Meagher

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Romance Book of 2007
- And Playing the Role of Herself – K.E.Lane
- Hard Times – Blayne Cooper
- Lady Knight – L.J. Baker
- Madam President – 4th Ed. – T. Novan/Blayne Cooper
- Second Season – Ali Vali
- Turning Point – Lara Zielinsky

Favorite Erotica Book of 2007
- Crave: Tales of Lust, Love and Longing – Catherine Lundoff
- In Deep Waters – Karen Kallmaker/Radclyffe

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Mystery Book of 2007
- Always – Nicola Griffith
- Away From the Dawn – Kate Sweeney
- In the Name of the Father – Gerri Hill
- Murder in Triplicate - Anne Azel
- The Witch's Kiss – Nene Adams
- Three Doses of Murder – Anne Azel

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Adventure Book of 2007
- Facing Evil – 2nd Ed. – C.L. Hart
- More Than Paradise – Jennifer Fulton
- Rolling Thunder – Mickey Minner
- The Spanish Pearl – Catherine Friend
- Water Witch: The Deceiver's Grave – Nene Adams

Favorite Lesbian Fiction Speculative Fiction/Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book of 2007
- Banshee's Honor – Shaylynn Rose
- Dynasty of Rogues – Jane Fletcher
- Lady Knight – L.J. Baker
- Rebel's Quest – Gun Brooke
- The Spanish Pearl – Catherine Friend

The LESBIAN FICTION READERS CHOICE AWARDS are not just about awards. Activities are planned year-round to provide readers a voice. Regular features will include Reader Interviews and Rate That Book polls. The LFRCA is open to any reader of Lesbian Fiction and joining is easy. For more information on the LFRCA or to join in the fun, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LesbianFictionReadersChoiceAwards/

Thank you.

Jo Fothergill
LFRCA Administrator

- From Intaglio Publications:
Intaglio Publications, Inc. is proud to announce the release of Residual Moon by Kate Sweeney

Residual Moon
By: Kate Sweeney
ISBN: 978-1-933113-94-4
$16.96
May 2008
Available now at www.bellabooks.com and http://www.scp-inc.biz/O

Two young women are found dead on the Chicago lakefront in as many weeks, each murdered in the same fashion. Detective Sergeant Grayson MacCarthaigh is at her wit's end trying to solve the grisly mess before the murderer claims another victim.

Her only common thread is Dr. Neala Rourke, the curator of the famous National Museum in Dublin, Ireland. She is in Chicago with her archaeological exhibit at the Field Museum, which suspiciously coincides with the two murders.

With a strange and eerie turn of events, things start unraveling. Grayson now is compelled to return to her birthplace and follows Dr. Rourke back to Ireland where ancient Celtic beliefs and mythology are thrown into the mix, turning the detective's logical world upside-down.

However, one fact remains for the determined Detective MacCarthaigh: Someone killed those two women and whether real or mythological—they will kill again.

Added part 2 of The Oil of Lanius by Korkyra

May 11th, 2008

Added parts 3-5 (conclusion) of Post Traumatic Treat by Phair

May 9th, 2008

Announcement

CALL FOR COPY EDITORS
L-Book ePublisher

Are you an experienced copy editor looking for work? Are you an experienced beta reader who’s done so much copyediting that it’s time to get paid for your effort? If so, L-Book ePublisher is looking for you.

L-Book.com is a growing e-publisher that is now accepting applications for new copyeditors. Resumes may be emailed to Submissions@L-Book.com. Resumes should include copyediting experience, a short explanation of your motivation, availability, and desired compensation for your services. L-Book.com will review all applications. The best applicants will be selected and provided with a manuscript to copyedit within a specified time frame. The Submissions Board will then make a final selection and contact the selected candidates with the results.

What is a copy editor?

Copy editors prepare stories for publication in both eBook and L-Book formats. As a copy editor you would:
  • correct errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation
  • identify incorrect/improper word selection
  • resolve questions and issues with the author
  • consult the author if extensive revision of the text is needed
  • pass the edited copy to the eBook and L-Book technical resources for publishing

A copy editor is not charged with rewriting the story or its themes. The primary goal of a copy editor is to work with the Author to provide a clean text for publication, providing critical functions and value in the publishing process.

May 8th, 2008

Added parts 2 and 3 of Lost Kingdom by JM Dragon

Added part 13 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen

May 6th, 2008

Here We Are Again by Adam Chiron (original/alt/unfinished)
Cassandra Kaine has spent the last eight years in jail. But even with her release she is not granted freedom. Indebted to the man she failed those years ago, she must work for him or face lethal consequences. Night terrors, post traumatic stress and a dangerous but lovely young woman plague her as she tries her best to undo her past mistakes and win her freedom in truth. And when she sees a strange artifact in the possession of her employer , it sets her on a path that may not only alter her future but bring her face to face with a brutal and uncompromising past.

Reflected Passion III: Reflected Destiny by Aurelia (Über/alt/complete)
The journey continues for Dale and Françoise as the story picks up from the end of the second installment (Twice Reflected). On the run for their very lives, the two women travel to the coastal port of Nantes in the hope of escaping capture. But in doing so Françoise must face her worst nightmare, the place of her dark days as Le comte’s wife. Will their love survive the horrors of the past and the threat of the present? Is there a future for them to share?

May 4th, 2008

Announcement
-from PD Publishing

Barb and I are happy to announce that Anne Laughlin's Sometimes Quickly is available for purchase through your favorite book seller. Go to our homepage to see more about this or our other titles. www.pdpublishing.com ~ Linda

Twenty years ago, Peg Ryan was a drunken, womanizing New York attorney who made a terrible mistake. Now 17 years sober, Peg thought she had put the past behind her. But as she is settling in a new position in Chicago, her past comes back to haunt her just as she falls in love with Allison, a real estate broker.

Their friend Morgan, a police detective accustomed to one night stands, falls for Laura, the owner of a company on the brink of success. As Peg and Allison are dealing with Peg's past, Morgan and Laura question their future.

The very different ways that each woman handles fear, values integrity, and cherishes and protects their loved one are revealed. Will their differences draw the women closer or drive them apart during this time of turmoil?

Sometimes Quickly is a fast-paced tale about smart, capable women who don't always know the right thing to do, especially when making the wrong decision can cost them everything.

The Oil of Lanius by Korkyra (classic/alt/unfinished)
This fan fiction is set after season 3, but it disregards season 4.
Gabrielle and Xena have been reunited but there is no Alti, India or vision.
Reunited after the Bard’s sacrifice, Xena and Gabrielle face more heartache as Xena’s darkness is cruelly exploited and unleashed.

Added parts 13-19 (conclusion) of Lights and Sirens by Jeanine Hoffman

May 2nd, 2008

Announcement
-from Blue Feather Books

Hello, readers!

Blue Feather Books is pleased to announce the release of our first science-fiction title, Merker's Outpost, by I. Christie. This is a thrilling, action-packed story you won't want to miss!

Merker's Outpost has a secret that spans galaxies. Below its hostile, barren red surface, a once-thriving research complex now lies seemingly deserted, watched over by an entity called Guardian.

Lieutenant Harriet Montran, a Collective Space Centurion officer, is betrayed by her shipmates and stranded on Merker's. She is rescued by Guardian, who enlists her aid to evict a group of smugglers who have set up base in one of the Outpost's underground cities.

Major Zohra, an undercover operative for the secret watchdogs of the galaxy, Naboth's Vine, is also on Merker's Outpost. She has infiltrated the smugglers with the intent of ending their illegal trafficking in sentient beings.

Montran and Zohra join forces with Guardian to thwart the smugglers and protect Merker's Outpost. Soon, the bond that joined them when they were cadets flares anew. Confronted by smugglers, renegade soldiers, programmed assassins, and betrayal within their own ranks, Montran and Zohra are caught in a desperate race to discover the planet's secret before it falls into the wrong hands. Can their feelings survive it? Can they?

May 1st, 2008

Tutela by Calliopenjo [alt/über/complete]
Part 3 of the Triumvirate series. An outcast, accused of something she did not do, she wanders the world until she comes upon someone that gives her more than food and shelter. Summoned to come back home, she becomes what the elders had foreseen many years ago. Now destiny can be fulfilled.

 

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