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And also “Hark, what light through yonder window breaks?” I mean, really, if anyone said that to me I’d be phoning the men with the white coats. Shakespeare isn’t the only one who wrote things that aren’t quite true to life. We authors write fiction. We embellish, we spray paint, we nail boards over the shonky bits and maybe even stomp on the fingers of the less handsome guys so they don’t inhabit our stories. And readers know this and mostly don’t mind.
Yet when it comes to writing Doms in BDSM stories even though they may be polished to the nth degree and gold-plated and given appendages a frickin elephant would be proud of, there seems to be a tendency to pine after these perfect specimens of manhood in a way that does not happen with the average romance.
I’m thinking this is partly because many women hide their secret desire for BDSM in a deep place inside their head and never ever let it out, until one day they start to read about it in novels and suddenly, wow, they realize they are not as freaky as they thought. There’s even a name for this phenomenon and it’s called sub frenzy. We humans love to label things.
And yet, a real man, Dom or not, knows he is not perfect. Those who beg to differ should be swiftly shoved off their pedestal and buried under some manure to honor their passing.
In a way, 31 Flavors was written to fill a gap in the erotic fiction field of books. This is a story based on a true story. It is not told exactly as it happens but the majority of it did happen. The woman it is based on is a friend of mine and agreed to tell her story because she wanted to show how she negotiated the minefield she confronted when she asked her husband, Nick, to tie her up and spank her. It’s not an easy thing to do. Fear governs much of what we do. It stops us dead in our tracks. Makes us feel a little sick even when the consequences can rock our world. The possibility that Sidney might alienate the one man she loved made the step she took a mammoth one in her life. I applaud her courage.
But this book is more than just sex and love. In one reviewer’s words (Angelina from this website)
“It’s serious, funny, sad, and HOT all wrapped up in a wonderful story with very relatable characters.”
But one of the funniest things, in a quirky way, to come out of this story is that some in the BDSM community may regard what Sid and Nick did as wrong, as not following the correct procedure or rules. People always like their rules – even the very fringe-of-society rule-breakers themselves. To which all Leia and I can do is scratch our heads and say, But they are in love, and happy. What can be wrong with that? Or as Angelina also aptly said,
“There is no one-size fits all when it comes to sex or BDSM for that matter. There is no checklist to guide you through the exact way to experience BDSM.”
If you read 31 Flavors, may you enjoy it, mistakes and all, and may you yourself gain some happiness. Life is what you make of it.
Say hello to Leia and Cari and
The story started with a mutual friend describing her experience in exploring BDSM with her vanilla husband and how it improved her rather dismal sex life. We were both caught up in her story because, like many women, she’d been raped as a teenager and sex had always been uncomfortable. But through the use of BDSM, and a very wonderful husband, she was able to heal from the part of the trauma that affected her sex life. That was the first part. The second reason we wanted to write it is because we’d both been active enough in BDSM social circles and groups to hear many women desperate to find that “perfect Dom.” The kind we read in fiction books. And they are scrumptious, aren’t they? But they’re not real. And we kept seeing women fall victim to abusers or who were leaving their husbands because they weren’t “Dom” enough for them. And that was really sad to me. So when presented with what we see as a real version of BDSM in an imperfect but loving and committed relationship, we jumped on it. And 31 Flavors was born.
Honestly that part was easy. Cari and I have opposite strengths. I write gooey romance with lots of humor and my strength is dialogue. Cari is freakin’ awesome at writing sex and descriptions and has experience in writing BDSM. We wanted the book to be a good balance of both. So I wrote the basic story, beginning to end, most of the comedy and romantic elements and Cari filled in the sex scenes and also helped with the humor and all that good stuff. We weren’t sure at first but as it turns out, we CAN write a book without killing each other (though living on separate continents helped). But really, there were hardly any threats of violence at all.
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mbourn
February 18, 2012 at 9:24 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I just started reading the book and I can identify with the characters. My husband and I have been married 14 years. I have been longing for more and do find it hard to discuss this due to my upbringing. We are just now rediscovering our relationship. We don’t have lots of knowledge in the BDSM scene but are having fun learning. I crave a Dom and my hubby works to fulfill that. It is definitely working for us.
Thanks for writing this!! It helps me to know that I don’t need fixing , just someone to make me submit!
Mel
Catherine Lee
February 18, 2012 at 9:25 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I’ve never read any BDSM…I’m even very new to romance & erotica in general (having been mostly a non-fiction reader). Would 31 Flavors be a good “intro” book?
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 10:08 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Mbourn – that’s so amazing to hear! and you have a great husband to try to fulfill that for you. i know many who say that’s wrong and they shouldn’t be “forced”. but what i’ve found is most men WANT to please their wives and can do a pretty damn good job stepping into the role they need. yay for you!
Catherine – i would consider 31 Flavors pretty light for BDSM. it’s a good intro book because it shows a slow journey into BDSM by two newbies so nothing should come out of the blue and shock you (i don’t think). but the h/h relationship is unique to most BDSM books because it’s not really the fantasy “dom” most women like to read about. the sex scenes are hot and Nick does a great job filling a role. but i wouldn’t say he’s an uber dom like you might drool over if this is really your thing. overall, it’s a story that will make you laugh and tug at your heartstrings a bit. if that’s something you like, then go for it. besides, it’s only 99 cents. can’t beat that!
Ava
February 18, 2012 at 10:15 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
What I loved about this book is that it wasn’t the typical BDSM type books wher most of the action centers around a club, or heavy scene play (although I love those books)- this was centered around a stable marraige that yes,had its flaws expecially sexually, but they love eachother and have the courage to explore this together. Most women (and Im sure men)live with the our “dirty little secret” that they are interested in BDSM but are afraid to even bring it up to our “vanilla” partners. I also love how this book tries to show that there is no wrong or right in BDSM- its as individual as the people participating.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 10:25 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
“Most women (and Im sure men)live with the our “dirty little secret” that they are interested in BDSM but are afraid to even bring it up to our “vanilla” partners.”
so true Ava. and i think many people would find that their partners are more open than they think. it takes a lot of courage and i admire the people that can do it. but the important thing the books conveys is that honest communication is key.
emiros2199
February 18, 2012 at 11:38 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I have to say this was an amazing book, I connected with the characters in an amazing way, it was like looking in a mirror of my begginning marriage. I deeply thank you both for such an amazing gift, keep up the good work ans as always lots of love, Mary.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 11:40 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Thank you Mary, I’m so glad to hear that. It’s so overwhelming to see the comments and reviews from women who relate to the book and have felt the same way as Sidney. i’m so glad to be a part of that.
Eileen
February 18, 2012 at 11:49 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
This is a great interview! It’s probably not my age level, but it was still a really good interview!
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 12:05 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
thanks Eileen! glad you enjoyed it even though it’s not your thing
Patti P
February 18, 2012 at 12:07 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I think I will have to pick this up. You have me intrigued.
Thanks for a great post.
musicalfrog at comcast.net
Karen
February 18, 2012 at 12:18 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
After starting to read some BDSM books, I’m trying to lead my husband into trying some of the milder stuff. Neither of us is into pain, but we both have fantasies of being tied up. Your books sounds like a wonderful way to gently introduce us to more.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 12:27 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Patti – glad it interested you. that was the idea
Karen – you’ll like this book i think. though the heroine is a bit of a masochist the pain aspect if very mild especially compared to other bdsm books (literally just a little spanking). lots of bondage though! and you’ll laugh at their stumbles and mistakes. it’s my favorite part
mrs z
February 18, 2012 at 12:29 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I read the book with a lot of thoughts on how I could use this myself. I am the closet reader who dreams of starting my relationship with my partner in the BDSM direction.
I was wondering though. Does the real life Nick know that his wife disclosed what she did in the book? Did he read it himself? Does he have any plans to pursue his own book to encompass his side of the journey?
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 12:39 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
“Does the real life Nick know that his wife disclosed what she did in the book? Did he read it himself? Does he have any plans to pursue his own book to encompass his side of the journey?”
of course he knows about the book. i would never write something that wasn’t agreed upon by both members. he’s said he read parts of it and called it very “insightful” but according to sidney, he’s not the talkative type. i don’t think he plans on doing his side of the journey but i’ve learned not to rule anything out. we’ve had several people ask about that already though. it does make me wonder. hmmm… how much do you think we could pay him to give us his side?
Katy Beth McKee
February 18, 2012 at 12:56 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I just picked it up and can’t wait to read this story. I am so in this place in my own life and marriage.
Harlie Reader
February 18, 2012 at 12:58 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
It wasn’t until I started reading erotic fiction, romance or not, that things started spicing up in hubs and I life. I realized just how vanilla we were. That said, there are things that hubs says no but hell no to, but in the end it has helped us.
I love reading BDSM and really, since they are newbies, the humor is spot on and real. I was howling in parts and reading it out loud to the hubs. He thought it was funny, too.
Great interview.
Marika
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 12:59 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Katy Beth – you aren’t the only one who’s said that. i kinda figured that but the number of women coming out and saying it is astounding. i love it!
Under the Covers
February 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I can’t wait to read 31 Flavors, but just wanted to stop by to tell you guys to make sure you grab Leia’s Destiny Unchained!! It’s a great book!
Francesca
savannah
February 18, 2012 at 1:02 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Book sounds amazing I just bought it on amazon and plan to start reading it tonight!
brandon_savannah@yahoo.com
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 1:10 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Harlie – so glad you liked it! and that’s awesome you read it to hubs
i don’t know if i’m brave enough. lol. you’re right though that it’s just as important to lay out what BOTH couples are comfortable with, not just the one getting tied up!
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 1:11 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
UTC – awww….thank you so much! that makes me smile
savannah – yay! let us know how you like it!
Erica Pike
February 18, 2012 at 1:19 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I assume that “objects” were used in this story. Did you girls research BDSM equipment and/or toys online or did you actually walk into a sex shop to have a look?
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 1:44 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
erica – i went to the sex store and wrote that scene from my experience. with sidney’s help. which worked out well cause it was my first time in one too. lol. but we did lots of research as well. like i said in the interview, this isn’t Cari’s first BDSM book.
DiDi
February 18, 2012 at 1:46 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I’m single, but have a long time “friend” I’ve gradually worked on getting him to be a little “rougher”, I think one of the biggest challenges is getting some men to get out of the mindset that “spanking” pulling hair, etc…is a form of abuse, not pleasure.
Thank you Cari and Leia for a great book and for sharing your release day with us!
bn100
February 18, 2012 at 1:47 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I enjoyed the interview. The book sounds very interesting.
bn100candg(at)hotmail(dot)com
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 1:54 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Didi – you’re absolutely right. men nowadays are raised being told that women can do anything, are just as good as men, aren’t weaker and don’t need protecting, etc. which is a good thing. but the point of feminism is to have equal rights. and those “rights” include being spanked when we want to be spanked! lol! but yes, i think it’s probably hard for a lot of men to get beyond “never hit a girl” because no one ever told them, “never hit a girl…unless they ask you to.”
Becky J.
February 18, 2012 at 1:54 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Great interview. I am adding this to my must read list. It’s sounds like a great read. I wish you lots of success!!
Harlie Reader
February 18, 2012 at 2:22 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
DiDi, I have the same problem with my man, too. It doesn’t hit women but he’s learning. Of course, he tells me that I’m a terrible soother.
Angeline of Guilty Pleasures
February 18, 2012 at 3:10 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
This has been one of my favorite books to read and review. I have already read it a second time and enjoyed it just as much. I truly believe that 31 Flavors does a huge service for those of us that want more in our sex life but aren’t sure how to ask for it. Honest communication is the key. Along with all the other stuff I mention in my review.
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Everyone should read this book!! It’s fantastic!! Thank you Leia and Cari for giving it to us!!
Brenda
February 18, 2012 at 3:17 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I have never read a BDSM book before, but there is something about this one that is pulling me toward it. I seriously want to read it. I want to read about this couple’s journey in rediscovering each other and learning what makes the other happy.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 3:20 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
aw, thank you Angeline! i loved your review. you hit the nail on the head in terms of the point of the book.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 3:21 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
brenda – do it! do it! do it!
come on. everybody else is. you know you wanna
lol. who said peer pressure is just for teenagers?
Alyn Love
February 18, 2012 at 3:40 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I can so identify with this story. I find myself wanting to play rougher and give up control but don’t think my hubby is into it. It is difficult when you worry about freaking someone out by asking.
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 3:58 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
alyn love – yep. that’s what the book is all about. poor sidney fantasizing and needing more to get turned on. but slowly she gets up the courage to ask to be tied up. it’s awkward and uncomfortable at first but by the end…well…you’ll just have to read it and see. but it has a very happy ending
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 5:17 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Sorry I’m late to the party. Hope you left me some wine? I’m Australian so it’s morning here. A lot of wonderful comments up there and Leia has been answering so well!
This book does seem to resonate with many women.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 5:27 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Just thought I’d add that we have a website devoted to this book. There may be some spoilers on the FAQs page.
http://thirtyoneflavors.weebly.com/
Timitra
February 18, 2012 at 5:43 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Congrats on the release Leia and Cari!!!! I really enjoyed reading the interview and also look forward to reading 31 Flavors!!!
taccb_1981@yahoo.com
menina.iscrazy
February 18, 2012 at 5:46 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
This sounds really interesting. I like it when authors write about different aspects to things that not all people experience.
Carrie Clevenger
February 18, 2012 at 5:48 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I’m excited this book for a couple of reasons. One, you took the taboo out of it and presented it in a healthy, even humorous light.
Two, it’s an empowering story of honesty and courage.
Three, you guys did it on separate continents (I identify with this) and so beautifully.
I hope this book sells like chocolate on February 13th. People need to acknowledge that they are sexual, needing creatures.
Tamaria Soana
February 18, 2012 at 5:49 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I bought the book and I can’t wait to read it. I’ve been married for 12 years and the last 5 sex has been… well… bad.
As a romance author is wired to not have an active sex life, and the one you have is well just not satiating.
Congrats on the release ladies!!
tamariasoana at yahoo dot com
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 6:04 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
@Carrie, yes you said it all so well and thank you for the compliment. Taking the taboo out is something we need to do. Sex should not be shameful.
This book is only one woman’s journey but we hope it will help others to do the same and explore new territory with their partners. (Hugs)
@Timitra, I hope you enjoy the book. I’m looking forward to hearing what you think of it
@Menina 31 Flavors was very interesting to write for that reason. Real is always better than fantasy
@Tamara I’m so sorry to hear that
Fiona Archer
February 18, 2012 at 6:10 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I think the key here is that it is based on someone’s real story. Not some ideal fiction fantasy.
Congratulations to Cari and Leia on the release of “31 Flavours”!
Many readers fantasize of being dominated by their lover. They will, I’m sure, be interested to share in another woman’s exploration of such with her husband.
Melanie
February 18, 2012 at 6:16 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Having read the book and loving it- I just have a word of advice to someone in the lifestyle reading the book… do not judge by what you think the “right way” of BDSM should be- everyone is different and the bottom line is: it is what it is…. This is their life- whether anyone else likes it or not… I am just so glad it worked out for them and I laughed and cried right along with them… excellent book!
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 6:27 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Yes Fiona , writing ‘real’ is different. Most other types of true sexuality stories are pretty much capitalising on the erotic factor. or they go for a non-fic style.
Not to say we didn’t aim for erotic as that way the book has a wide appeal, but we wanted to show the way a couple in love can find their way through the difficulties of introducing BDSM into their sex life.
Truthfully we didn’t show enough talking in 31. Sid and Nick talked WAY more about this than we could put in the story. You simply cannot do this if you’re not both searching for common ground by communicating.
Jen B.
February 18, 2012 at 6:29 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
This book is going on my wish list. It sounds really intesting. I love the reference to 31 Flavors as relates to sex. If only more people embraced that idea!
jepebATverizonDOTnet
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 6:31 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Thank you Melanie. Yes we have had some people knocking the ‘way’ the BDSM is approached in 31 Flavors. It is what it is — yes, exactly. In some ways Sid and Nick’s relationship is more S/m than Dominance and submission.
Since the book was written they have gravitated to more D/s. Bottom line is they are BOTH enjoying it more and more each day and trying new things and are so happy together.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 6:34 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Thanks Jen
We are all so different and need to chill out and have more fun! So long as it’s consensual safe and sane!
Each to their own should be tattooed on our backsides at birth.
Kathy H
February 18, 2012 at 6:36 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I really can’t wait to read 31 Flavors, it sounds like the story of my husband and my life, though we neer had a lack luster sex life.
When I started reading Lorelei James and Tymber Dalton several years ago, I decided to see what my man thought of it all.
We had a kinky sex life when the kids were young. We added BDSM back into our life in a more serious way and it has brought us closer together. We communicate better and we hae raunchy yummy sex as often as we can.
Now I just have to find time to stick another book in my schedule.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 6:42 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Go Kathy! Stick it in there. Your schedule I mean.
Do I need to get out a whip to encourage you?
hregtvedt
February 18, 2012 at 7:54 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I almost fee guilty telling everyone that after 18 years with my husband we still have it great in the bedroom. We have worked very hard at maintaining that connection. We’ve had our share of differences but we always work through them. I knew going into our marriage that sex was very very important to him and it had to be a priority in our personal relationship. I’d say our sex life is kinky for the most part, but not really BDSM.
He really is a true Dom in his heart and soul, but often has trouble working through that with me. He knows what to do, is capable of it and just can’t seem to separate the husband from the lover. I think he is afraid of crossing a line and not getting back. I don’t know any other way to describe his actions other than he hesitates, almost like he lacks the confidence to follow through. I have no doubt that if we were with other people (not an option for either of us- ever) he would be a wonderful Dom. I know he just thinks too much and puts too much worry into his actions. I have never needed to use a safe word, but he has never really pushed any boundaries either.
I am totally happy with the sex life we have. Wish we could have sex more often, but with 3 kids its hard. I do think he could be more fulfilled, but it is something he will have to work out if he wants to make the effort. And when and if that time comes I’ll do whatever it takes to get him there!
Looking forward to reading the book!
Heather E
hregtvedt@aol.com
Kallypso Masters
February 18, 2012 at 8:03 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
This book is coming up soon on my Kindle (after The Reluctant Dom, because I’ll need something lighter then). I get lots of messages from women trying to figure out how to talk with their husbands about their interest in BDSM. I used to send them to Cherise Sinclair’s article at her web site on Beginning Domination. Now I also recommend your book, just based on the comments “real” readers are saying about what they’ve gotten from it.
I love writing more realistic stories with imperfect Doms. So I know I’ll love this book!
No need to enter me in the contest. Just wanted to drop by and say congrats on the release!
Kally
Eileen
February 18, 2012 at 8:12 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I’m definitely looking foward to reading this story. I want to see how they approached a change in their sex life. Change isn’t always easy especially if one doesn’t think there is a need for change.
DiDi
February 18, 2012 at 8:15 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
WOW!!! Thank you all for stopping by for the party!!!
Cari so glad you made =)
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 8:21 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Yes Didi , I did make it here from Australia
Having so much fun and also getting a lot of joy from the comments.
@Kally THANK YOU You are a doll and one of the sweetest authors/ people I know.
@Eileen I think you’ll enjoy 31, we took a new path with this book in some ways.
@hregtvedt (Wow , some spelling that nomiker!) You obviously have an awesome marriage and sex life and I can see you both respect and love each other. Beautiful.
MaryC
February 18, 2012 at 8:24 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Congratulations, Leia and Cari on the release of 31 FLAVORS. Thanks to the real couple who were willing to share their journey.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 8:26 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I should add that one of the reasons Sid and Nick found a way to make this work for them is that BOTH of them could see a need for change. Sex was abysmal before they tried BDSM.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 9:01 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
@MaryC Sid is quite stunned and happy at the reception of the book. Nick, being a man, just raises his eyebrows. lol
I should add his ego is quite large!
elaing8
February 18, 2012 at 9:08 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Congrats Leia and Cari on the new release.Great interview too. I am really interested in reading this book.
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net
Ellie Heller
February 18, 2012 at 9:41 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I am so excited for the both of you. This books fills a much needed gap between hardcore bdsm fantasy and less than vanilla reality. I think you have a hit on your hands.
elliewrites2 (at) gmail (dot) com.
Shelly
February 18, 2012 at 10:14 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Wow this sounds like an awesome book. I’m really looking forward to reading this story. Sounds like a great book to start conversations with your spouse about trying something new in the bedroom. Congrats Cari and Leia on the release.
Cec
February 18, 2012 at 10:18 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I can’t wait to read 31 Flavors!
Thank you for this great post and Interview!!
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 10:38 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Hi Ellie! Thanks for dropping by. It would sure be nice if the book does well.
Thanks elaing8 and Cec!
@Shelly Yes if you have a partner who is into you reading to them it would be a great opener for talking about kink in the bedroom.
Julianne
February 18, 2012 at 10:52 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Hello,
How did you come up with the title for 31 Flavors?
luvfuzzzeeefaces at yahoo dot com
Leia Shaw
February 18, 2012 at 11:10 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Julianne – the title was my idea actually. sidney reported that nick had said something along the lines of comparing ice cream flavors to flavors of bed play. the number 31 came to me because it’s the famous number of flavors Baskin robbins used to offer. it was simple but interesting and spoke volumes for the book, IMO.
Cari Silverwood
February 18, 2012 at 11:13 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Also Nick mentioning it is in an excerpt we have out. I’ll fetch the link.
Actually the first time is earlier, but this touches on it.
http://www.carisilverwood.net/31-flavors-striptease.html
On the 31 Flavors website we also have the first 2 chapters
http://thirtyoneflavors.weebly.com/sample-chapters.html
Vanessa N.
February 19, 2012 at 2:13 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Definitely need to read this one. Great Q & A. Thanks for the giveaway.
mythic021@gmail.com
Bianca
February 19, 2012 at 4:35 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
I can’t wait to read this book. From the comments and reviews I’ve read, I know I’ll really enjoy it. I love hearing when an author is an Aussie, we have to start having more author meet and greets!!!
Cari Silverwood
February 19, 2012 at 5:46 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
For all the Aussies out there…Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! Oy! Oy! Oy!
And yes, all the Americans now think I’m mad. Leia already knows this, of course.
Slick
February 19, 2012 at 9:48 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Looks like a great read and I’m sure I’ll enjoy it. Just downloaded it from Amazon!
Sharon Bridwell
February 19, 2012 at 9:50 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Being married almost 25 years, I’m lucky to have a husband who enjoys trying new things to keep our relationship from going stale. We are both looking forward to reading this book.
Cari Silverwood
February 19, 2012 at 4:23 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
Happy reading Sharon and Slick. Looks like Leia is slacking off. I just got out of bed here. I think this finishes at the end of Sunday BTW.
DiDi
February 20, 2012 at 11:04 am (UTC -5) Link to this comment
What a great release party! Thank you all for stopping by and thank you Cari and Leia for sharing your special day with us!
Congratulations to Cec, you won the gift card. I will forward your email to Leia!