AUTHOR AMELIA BLACK “HOT COFFEE” BLOG TOUR!
Amelia loves coffee (the sweeter the better!) and, as a corollary, oddly-shaped coffee mugs. She adores the company of others, though she considers herself less of a social butterfly and more of a social ladybug, spots and all. She eschews all sorts of organized education, preferring instead to learn by doing (or being done). She lives in Kansas with a male betta fish named Kirk.
When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
I’ve been writing off
and on since I was a teen but it wasn’t till this year that I’d heard enough “You should publish!” to finally set about
doing it.
and on since I was a teen but it wasn’t till this year that I’d heard enough “You should publish!” to finally set about
doing it.
How
long does it take you to write a book?
long does it take you to write a book?
Right now I write
short stories (about 10,000 words) and quickies (2,000). They’re written like stories in pieces – volumes and
encounters that actually fit together and make a longer story. Especially the short stories. On an
average good day, when I get a good chunk of time to write, I can put out about 8,000 – 10,000 words a day.
If I have all day and stay focused I can get 2,000-3,000 words done an hour. Those days are rare though. So…
if we take 5 volumes, which I have planned
for my short stories, then it can take me around a week or two to finish
writing a 50,000 word book.
short stories (about 10,000 words) and quickies (2,000). They’re written like stories in pieces – volumes and
encounters that actually fit together and make a longer story. Especially the short stories. On an
average good day, when I get a good chunk of time to write, I can put out about 8,000 – 10,000 words a day.
If I have all day and stay focused I can get 2,000-3,000 words done an hour. Those days are rare though. So…
if we take 5 volumes, which I have planned
for my short stories, then it can take me around a week or two to finish
writing a 50,000 word book.
What
is your work schedule like when you’re writing?
is your work schedule like when you’re writing?
It is completely
scattered but I try to write in bursts of a few hours. That allows me ample
time to “get in the zone”.
scattered but I try to write in bursts of a few hours. That allows me ample
time to “get in the zone”.
What
would you say is your interesting writing quirk?
When I’m going todevote myself to “writing time” I wear a specific oversized long sleeve shirt I call my “writing shirt”.
How
do your books get published?
Right now I self publish on Amazon.
Where
do you get your information or ideas for your books?
Sometimes I talk over
ideas with friends but for the most part, if I’m being honest, they just pop into my head.
ideas with friends but for the most part, if I’m being honest, they just pop into my head.
When
did you write your first book and how old were you?
First full
“story” was in my early twenties.
“story” was in my early twenties.
What
do you like to do when you’re not writing?
Eat. Hang out with
friends. Read. Watch movies/tv.
friends. Read. Watch movies/tv.
What
does your family think of your writing?
does your family think of your writing?
They love that I love
what I do. They support me.
what I do. They support me.
What
was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?
That the stories are
endless.
endless.
How
many books have you written? Which is your favorite?
At this moment I have
6 short stories, 6 compilations, and 6 other quickies not currently in a compilation that are published but
I’ve written many more that are slated for release. My favorite, the one that spoke to me the most, was actually a
Sensations quickie that spurred the idea
for a Romance novel I’m currently working on.
6 short stories, 6 compilations, and 6 other quickies not currently in a compilation that are published but
I’ve written many more that are slated for release. My favorite, the one that spoke to me the most, was actually a
Sensations quickie that spurred the idea
for a Romance novel I’m currently working on.
Do
you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are
they?
Write. Don’t be
discouraged if you don’t find instant success. Keep at it. Most of all talk to people! I especially encourage you
to get involved in the writing world on social media – Twitter and Facebook. Those are your best allies.
discouraged if you don’t find instant success. Keep at it. Most of all talk to people! I especially encourage you
to get involved in the writing world on social media – Twitter and Facebook. Those are your best allies.
Do
you hear from your readers much? What kinds of things do they say?
This is a quote
written in a comment on my Facebook page:
written in a comment on my Facebook page:
“if you like her tweets, you will be overwhelmed with her stories. they are
wicked good.
wicked good.
I mean kiss your friend good. you will not be disappointed.”
Do
you like to create books for adults?
Yes. Very much so!
What
do you think makes a good story?
Depth. I think the
characters have to have layers, a purpose. Description, too, but not the kind that’s there only as a list. Fluidity of
description, throwing in those necessary bits to make the characters feel alive in our minds.
characters have to have layers, a purpose. Description, too, but not the kind that’s there only as a list. Fluidity of
description, throwing in those necessary bits to make the characters feel alive in our minds.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
I wanted to be a
psychologist and run a house for runaway girls. Or a real-life sorceress.
psychologist and run a house for runaway girls. Or a real-life sorceress.
Here are my links and other information:
Wentworth College and the city around it is the setting for the
Wentworth College Legends series. I write four encounters -four quickies- for
each title and then publish them both individually and as a compilation.
We have a Naughty Professor who will sleep with anyone she
gets wet for. Student. Coworker. It doesn’t matter. At least her classes aren’t
dull! http://amzn.com/B01BN774DY
Then there’s the sex club. It started as a secret extension of the
College’s Drama club but The Wicked Club has become a thing all its own.
Anything and everything can be found there but it’s invite only. It’s supported
by the most powerful & richest people in town! http://amzn.com/B01C7LFBVC
Eight women who attend have banded together, creating their ownprivate Sinful Sorority. Moans and groans can be heard coming from their house
almost constantly. http://amzn.com/B01CT5K72O
There’s also the freshman who finds her roommate irresistible,
drawn to her sexually from the second she sees the back of her. It doesn’t take
long for her to find out that the feeling is mutual. The two quickly become
lovers. http://amzn.com/B01DR3VSE8
What better job in college than to deliver pizza. Right? It is
for this woman because she’s loving every minute as she earns big tips
delivering herself to the front door.
http://amzn.com/B01F3VB3SI
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The Holiday Encounters follow Sarah and Clark, a couple who’ve
decided to take their sex lives to an entirely new level.
decided to take their sex lives to an entirely new level.
We first join them on Valentine’s Day. Clark ties her up &
puts a ball gag in her mouth during the first story. In the second of the pair
she takes charge and it’s his turn to obey.
puts a ball gag in her mouth during the first story. In the second of the pair
she takes charge and it’s his turn to obey.
Sarah Surrenders: http://amzn.com/B01BS4Z7KY
Sarah Subdues: http://amzn.com/B01BS9K3EO
On St. Patrick’s Day Clark brings Mia home as a surprise, his
gift for Sarah. It’s one she thoroughly enjoys. That’s the first one. In the
second one all three attend a party where Sarah takes charge, initiating a
threesome.
gift for Sarah. It’s one she thoroughly enjoys. That’s the first one. In the
second one all three attend a party where Sarah takes charge, initiating a
threesome.
Sarah Shares: http://amzn.com/B01CYX1FX6
Easter finds them at Clark’s family farm. In the first one, with
his parents away, Clark has very naughty plans that include bondage and the
outdoors. The second story finds Sarah serving herself up while they’re
supposed to be napping. A spoon is involved.
his parents away, Clark has very naughty plans that include bondage and the
outdoors. The second story finds Sarah serving herself up while they’re
supposed to be napping. A spoon is involved.
Sarah Stays: http://amzn.com/B01DH793PA
Sarah Serves: http://amzn.com/B01DH6T7SY
These are written as duos. In the 1st -Clark’s in charge. In the 2nd -Sarah is.
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I also write the Sensations series.
So far these are just one shots. The stories aren’t related.
So far 5 have been published.
They are $.99 or #FREE on KU
#1 – From Bar to Bed – A woman on vacation picks up a man in a
bar & takes him back to her hotel room.
bar & takes him back to her hotel room.
#2 – From Cubicle to Office – A woman’s sexual appetite is
discovered so her Boss ( & his friend ) take advantage of it.
discovered so her Boss ( & his friend ) take advantage of it.
#3 – From Table to Alley – A waitress whose shift is about overwaits on a hot man who teases & flusters her. She happily finds him waiting
for her in the alley when she gets off work.
#4 – From Couch to Bedroom – It’s a Girl’s Night In and what
starts with a little wine & a chic flick turns into a hot night for two
best friends.
#5 – From Desk to Floor – A rekindled relationships starts back
up with sex in the library.
Or there’s this:
Sensations Compilation #1: From One to Five
Yep that’s all 5 of those listed in one place!
It’s $.99 or #FREE on KU
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My short stories:
Wanton Magic:
Vol. 1- The Enchantress Plays: A powerful woman wields her magic
in almost every situation, especially those of a sexual nature. You’ll never
know what to expect from Esmerelda!.
http://amzn.com/B01CKNWXE0
in almost every situation, especially those of a sexual nature. You’ll never
know what to expect from Esmerelda!.
http://amzn.com/B01CKNWXE0
Lust & Blood:
Vol. 1- Late Night Domination: Then there’s the tale involving awoman who’s proud of her one night stands but who might have met her match when
a sexy vampire decides she’s delicious. http://amzn.com/B01BYQ63PO
Touch of the Muse:
Vol. 1- The Pen is Mightier: When you’ve got writer’s block what
can cure it? Alone time? Sex w/ stranger? Perhaps a muse? http://amzn.com/B01BN6JVM2
can cure it? Alone time? Sex w/ stranger? Perhaps a muse? http://amzn.com/B01BN6JVM2
Vol. 2- Unexpected Connections: What happens after you have sex
with a muse? After receiving a mysterious note Olivia discovers that, at least
for her, it means new responsibilities and more hot sex. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGPDLIU
Kith & Kin:
Vol. 1- Embracing Servitude: What about when you’re part of an
online group of ERP’ers and they wanna meet? Your whole world changes if you
sign an NDA! http://amzn.com/B01DDS0YT2
online group of ERP’ers and they wanna meet? Your whole world changes if you
sign an NDA! http://amzn.com/B01DDS0YT2
Alien Rendezvous:Vol. 1- First Touch: Then there’s the pilot headed into space to
meet with Aliens. What they want is far from what she expected but boy is she having
fun accommodating them! http://amzn.com/B01EUA0YAQ
meet with Aliens. What they want is far from what she expected but boy is she having
fun accommodating them! http://amzn.com/B01EUA0YAQ
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My Links:
Website: http://beyondvirtue.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeyondVirtue
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeyondVirtue
Twitter: https://twitter.com/crypticgoose
Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/ameliablack
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAmeliaBlack/
Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/ameliablack
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAmeliaBlack/
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My Website & PATREON:
I’m very
excited to announce that my website/blog is now supported via Patreon. What
does that mean? Well, to start with it means changes in the structure of how I
do things and in how you can interact with my work. Don’t worry… it’s all
good!
excited to announce that my website/blog is now supported via Patreon. What
does that mean? Well, to start with it means changes in the structure of how I
do things and in how you can interact with my work. Don’t worry… it’s all
good!
First off I’ll be putting my quickies up on there – usually 2-3
new ones a week. Once I’ve posted enough in a series to warrant the next
compilation published to Amazon (the # depends on the series & ranges from
3-5) I’ll give it about a full month of being on my site
before I upload it for publishing. Don’t worry, the stories won’t disappear
from the site. They’ll still be there. Once a compilation goes Live you’ll be
able to purchase it – though it won’t be on KU (restrictions on epublishing
work that’s already been published in any form– even if it’s free on a
website).
new ones a week. Once I’ve posted enough in a series to warrant the next
compilation published to Amazon (the # depends on the series & ranges from
3-5) I’ll give it about a full month of being on my site
before I upload it for publishing. Don’t worry, the stories won’t disappear
from the site. They’ll still be there. Once a compilation goes Live you’ll be
able to purchase it – though it won’t be on KU (restrictions on epublishing
work that’s already been published in any form– even if it’s free on a
website).
There will be more than stories on the website, too. Blog posts.
Poetry. Musings. Things like that will randomly appear. I think you’ll find
lots of fun things to keep you occupied and coming back to visit me.
Poetry. Musings. Things like that will randomly appear. I think you’ll find
lots of fun things to keep you occupied and coming back to visit me.
Please, use the link below (or the one at the top right corner
of this website) to find out all about the rewards you can get for supporting
me as a patron.
of this website) to find out all about the rewards you can get for supporting
me as a patron.
Just to entice you, here’s one of the rewards for becoming a
patron (dependent on pledging a certain amount or higher per month). Entries
into the monthly raffle. The more you pledge, the more entries you get!
patron (dependent on pledging a certain amount or higher per month). Entries
into the monthly raffle. The more you pledge, the more entries you get!
The initial prize? A 2,000+ story written just for and sent to
the winner.
the winner.
If you like my writing wouldn’t it be cool to own a story of
your very own, a one of a kind?
your very own, a one of a kind?
The Owl Branch Book Promotions: www.theowlbranch2015.net
Email: theowlbranch2015@gmail.com
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