Sasha White

“Although the sex scenes are colorful and stem from the characters’ passion for one another, they’re much too short, and never quite managed to get me squirming in my seat. However, Ms. White has a definite talent for writing captivating science fiction. Her descriptions of alien races, technology and foreign settings pulled me right in to the story, making the surroundings come alive. With a few well-placed details and a brave, sexy hero, Ms. White expertly fulfills the expectations of any science fiction romance fan.”

Hmmm, not the sort of comments I’m used to seeing about my own stories.

This is from the review of Transplant at JERR. It got good numbers, 4 Stars. But only an S for heat rating. That’s not bad! Let me say this straight off . . . I’m not complaining! But, her comments do make me wonder and start to see a bit of a pattern.

You see, I started out writing short stories for erotica anthologies. 5,000 words was a lot for me, and each 5k story generally had three sex scenes. Very hot sex scenes. I never doubted my ability to write hot. Then as I started shifting into the erotic romance genre, and writing longer with novellas and novels, I actually started to learn more about the craft of writing.

By no means am I someone who analyzes craft. I read Jaye’s blog, Alison Kents blog and PBW’s for that sort of stuff. They break it all down for me into terms I understand. :D

Part of me see’s from this review that I am growing as a writer. That someone read one of my stories, a short story, and saw more than the sex. This is a good thing right?

Then there’s the part of me that worries I lost what I think made my stories special, an ability to make readers squirm in delight, or in anticaption of delight.

It’s evolution right? I’m showing growth as a writer? Transplant is 7k and only has 2 sex scenes. She liked the story and the writing, not just the sex.

So I think the lesson for today is …. for the evolution of this writer to continue, I need to be aware that while I continue to learn and grow, that I shouldn’t lose what I already had.

Sound about right?

The lovely and fun Jamie Alden tagged me! This one is hard. It’s supposed to be my writing secrets. :( I don’t really have writing secrets. I’ll try. :D
List 10 writing/reading secrets…

1. I don’t play music while I write, but it often inspire me to write.

2. I read anything that catchs my attention, no matter the genre or author.

3. Sometimes I hate writing.

4. Sometimes I love writing and never wnt to stop.

5. Some of my ideas come from my own fantasies.

6. I’m a huge procreastinator.

7. I’m thinking of writing and erotic thriller.

8. I’ve not read any “classics” like Dickinson or even Anis Nin

9. I SUCK at typing.

10. My cat hates it when I write for hours and ignore her.

Now, I’ll tag a few people who I can’t wait to see the answeres. Vanessa Jaye, Stephanie Tyler, and Stacey Iglesia’s.

Remember a while ago I posted a small bit about a paranormal story I was working on? I finished the short story on Thursday and started to work on my next novella for Kensington. Well, today I got the cover for my paranormal and I must say….I’ve very pleased. This does indead look like one of the legendary tribe of Gypsy, the Petshani. In fact, it looks just like Shandor, the lover that steps rightout of the heroines dreams and into her life. :)

OK, You all know I do a bit of an ezine instead of just a newsletter every month right?
Well, I’m really building it next year. I’ve hired a Fantabulous cover artist to do a new cover for me each month, as well as I have regular contributers…The women of The Naughty Pen Club, (JJ massa, Beth Williamson and Nix Winter) And occasional appearances by some of my favorite erotic people like guest contributer S.D from the Salacious Desires Blog.

In 2006 SECRET THOUGHTS is going to be even more full of Fun erotic and Sex Positive articles, essays, excerpts and free reads. SO be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! It is free!!

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Your Wednesday Horoscope Sasha!
This is the best day of the year to break a bad habit, cold turkey. Be it sweets, smoking or a codependent relationship. Great willpower is in your corner for a new level of self-discipline.

UH huh. I wonder if this is a sign because I bought a pack of ready to bake chocolate chip cookies yesterday. Then I baked them, and ate them …almost all of them. I threw one in the garbage, and ate three for breakfast today. Before I read the horoscope. :laugh:

I am trying to change my eating habits, I’ve gone two weeks with no pop! Well Ok, so I had two glasses at work last Friday, and on Monday pms hit and I had run out for some. But I bought a bottle not a case like I normally. do. So I’m doing pretty good I think.

What abotu you? ANy habits your thinking of giving up?

I picked up Forbidden Magic the other day. I even managed to let it sit on the counter for a day while I tried to finsih my short story. Well, my short story is turning out to be a bit longer than I’d planned, so I decided to take a short break and read a chapter. I picked up the book to start reading, and never put it down!

This book has everythiing you want. First off, it has a story! Second, it has sex, magic, mahem and mythical creatures! Everything is blended wonderfully to bring this contemporary story to life for the reader. I finally finshed reading it late last night, and am back to writing now, but I had to rave. It’s a fantastic book! Good enough to keep me from writing for a day when I have two deadlines this month!

There are several very hot heros in this book, and a great cast of characters that make me wish the sequel was available already. Alas, Damn you, Cheyenne McCray, hurry up and finish Seduced By Magic!! :P

PS: Is seduced by magic Jake’s story? :rolleyes:

Oh so still I am, my breath held deep while I watch you. My fingers tingle, the ropes holding my arms above my head, the ache of being in your favorite position making my body tremble.

“Please,” I whisper.

I picked up Cheyenne McCray’s Forbidden Magic yesterday and it’s calling my name from the other room. It was the last copy onthe shelf!! Yay, Chey!!!

But I can’t read it until I’m done this short story.:(
Should be done it tonight. :)

Also, I’m working on big plans for the Secret Thoughts EZine for next year. I’ve hired a cover artist and a couple of people to write regular columns…so if you haven’t signed up for the it…Get on it!!

OK SO I haven’t done a quiz in a while then I did one yesterday. What can I say? I’m stealine from Beth, who got it from Cece! :D

DRAGON

You are the dragon. A dragon,
in western lore, is a giant lizard with wings.
It usually has the capability to breathe fire.
The dragon symbolizes immense power, physical
strength, and courage. The dragon has also been
a symbol of wisdom and of protection. Dragons
may also appear to be greedy as many a tale
depict them as keepers of vast hordes of
treasure.

Which mythical creature resides in your soul? (11 Results + Pictures)
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How You Life Your Life

You have a good sense of self control and hate to show weakness. You’re laid back and chill, but sometimes you care too much about what others think. You prefer a variety of friends and tend to change friends quickly. You tend to always dream of things within reach - and you usually get them.

Some of it is true. I defintely hate to show weakness, but I don’t think I’m all that laid back. LOL I try to be laid back, but it doesn’t usually work :D

What about you?

PS: Speaking of friends…. my buddy Saskia Walker has a new blog. Saskia is a great erotica author, and I’m proud to say that we’ve been in a couple of anthologies together over the last couple years…and she has good news to share on her blog, so drop by and say Hi to her!!!!