Throwing In the Towel?

There comes a time when we as writer’s wonder if what we’re doing is worth the time. Is what I’m doing reaching people? Do they like what I’m writing? Can I continue to produce books worth reading? I face these demons frequently. Lately I’ve been struggling with giving up more than ever.
I’m going through a lot of personal and professional issues. I’m at a point in my writing career where I’m not sure where I want to go with it. What should be my next steps? And in all honesty is my writing any good.
I wish I could share the struggles I’m going through personally, but at this point I can’t. I’m hoping in the next few weeks I can. One of the reasons I want to share is the writer community is so supportive and caring. You’ve helped me through one of the most challenging times of my life. I know you’ll be here for me again.
That being said, a writer friend has been here for me when I feel like giving up. She’s offered me a shoulder to cry on, words of encouragement and honest feedback to my concerns. I’m blessed to have her as a friend. I’m sure we all are. Thanks Katalina Leon.
That’s not saying others aren’t there too. The bottom line is this profession is a very lonely business. You need to have someone to talk to and share what you’re feeling. The most likely choice would be another writer. They know what you’re going through. Don’t struggle on your own. Talk it out.
The bottom line is we came into this business for a reason - a love for the written word. I want my motto to be "Never Give Up".
While I’m not giving up I am reassessing my career and where I see myself in the future.
How do you handle the doubts?

Today, I’m very proud to share a special treat from Amber Skyze. I just finished reading her newest book “Spend the Night with Me” and I loved it!

“Spend the Night with Me” is the latest installment of the “Freedom Fantasies” series that includes, “Pretend with Me” and “Submit with Me”, and this one might be the best yet (but I might be a wee bit biased and I’ll give you a hint why later). If you’re not familiar with “Freedom Fantasies” you’ll want to be. Freedom Fantasies is a mansion run by women for women who need a special place to heal their hearts and make their fantasies come true. In “Spend the Night with Me” the heroine, a shy, single woman named Brooke finds herself in the early stages of emotional recovery following a crushing personal loss. Her first act as a whole woman is to bravely approach Freedom Fantasies and simply sit in the bar to be around others, especially men, but because Freedom Fantasies is a somewhat magical place the young bartender Liam, who is a hazel-eyed, charming hunk offers Brooke a “Blue Hawaii”. After a few sips of the drink and a bit of flirting with Liam, Brooke’s shy, good-girl demeanor instantly goes bye-bye.

It’s not just the fruity drink that turns Brooke into a sexually confident “older woman” of thirty who can suddenly speak her mind and aggressively pursue the pleasure she’s starved for, it’s also the magic of Freedom Fantasies and Liam’s incredibly sweet and sexy personality. Liam is smitten with Brooke at first sight and eager to bed a beautiful, sophisticated woman. He’s also equally eager to please her and get to know her as a person and this terrifies Brooke whose heart is still on the mend. Liam has a sense of humor and innocence to him that provides a strong contrast to the heartache and loss Brooke has endured in recent times. They agree to one night together in Liam’s modest apartment and it’s a sizzler. Brooke loves what Liam does for her body but fears what might happen to her shattered heart if she surrenders to a younger man. Before the night is over she finds herself pushing Liam away without telling him what she has been through. Brooke is a bit commitment shy and I found it refreshing to be genuinely worried about the man’s feelings.

Chemistry and fate guarantee Brooke and Liam can’t stay apart. When these two rent a room in the Freedom Fantasies mansion complete with a stripper pole, toys, and a swing over the bed—watch out! I’m not going to tell you what happens but I wholeheartedly encourage to buy “Spend the Night with Me”, blend up a Blue Hawaii and enjoy the steam! Fair warning: Freedom Fantasies is an uninhibited place and this is a face-fanning read.

XXOO Kat

PS. Before you run off with a handsome young bartender, don’t forget to check out the beautiful dedication at the front of the book —it made my heart pound!

Amber Skyze “Spend the Night with Me” available now from Ellora’s Cave.

More good news, more Freedom Fantasies are headed our way—“Play with Me” will be available October 15 from Ellora’s Cave.

“Ignite the Flames” a trilogy of Amber Skyze classics now available in PRINT! From Ellora’s Cave.