Andrew Q. Gordon

Author: Andrew

  • Cover Reveal: Sam Kadence’s Unicorns and Rainbow Poop

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    Cover Reveal: Unicorns and Rainbow Poop, by Sam Kadence

     

    Blurb:

    Ex-boyband member Dane Karlson is struggling to overcome an eating disorder and a body dismorphic disorder. His fall through a glass table puts him in rehab and on the road to recovery. Then a friend dies. When depression causes him to lose ground, he calls for the only person he trusts–former bandmate Tommy. But Tommy doesn’t know how to help. He begs his friend Sebastian “Bas” Axelrod to aid them through the emotional struggle. (more…)

  • A Closed Door – Cover Reveal and Release Date Info

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    I’ve not published a straight up contemporary MM Romance yet – other than a free read or two on Gay Authors – so this is something of a milestone for me.  This was something Lily Velden challenged me to write and I think it came out quite well, even if it is just a short story.  I suspect I’ll want to try my hand at longer ones in the near future – especially if I get covers this nice again.

    Will Parkinson from Pride-Promotions made this badge which talks about the book and shows the cover: (I’ll post the cover soon – promise)

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    The book is out on October 8th – so in just a few days.  You can pre-order it already on the Wayward Ink Publishing website – the eBook is just $2.99 and the paperback is $5.99. Here’s the link:

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  • Free Fiction Friday: Second Shot – The Senior Year – 38

     Free Fiction Friday: October 3, 2014:

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    Second Shot – The Senior Year: Chapter 38

     

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    “Stop worrying.” Ethan said. He shook his head, but the Wi-Fi connection distorted it on Blake’s screen. At least the audio was clear. “I doubt he’s going to freak out.”

    “I’m not worried about him going off on me, that’s not Brett’s style, but I’m not looking forward to moving out if it comes to that.”

    Ethan’s face tightened and Blake braced for his response. “It doesn’t matter if he’s unhappy, that’s his deal. He needs to get his knuckles off the ground and move into the twenty-first century. Why do straight guys all think they’re at risk of being hit on by gay guys?”

    “I don’t think he’s that bad, Eth.” Or maybe he was and Blake didn’t want to believe Brett was really upset. “But I think I make him uncomfortable.”

    “Why are you defending him?” The way Ethan’s eyes narrowed told Blake they’d crossed the Rubicon. “He’s the one with a problem, not you. What does he have to be uncomfortable about? Do you stare at his junk when he gets changed? Do you grab his ass constantly? What?”

    “You know I don’t do that.” Even if he found Brett attractive—and he didn’t—he wouldn’t do those things. (more…)

  • Free Fiction Friday: Second Shot – The Senior Year – 37

     Free Fiction Friday: September 26, 2014:

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    After a couple weeks off to deal with some family issues, I’m back this week. Hopefully this will the start of a good run. 😀

    Second Shot – The Senior Year: Chapter 37

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    “I’m telling you he’s acting weird.” Blake lifted his shirt and wiped the sweat from his eyes.

    Dean didn’t bother with modesty and pulled his shirt over his head and used it to dry his face and neck. He bent over and grabbed his knees. “You’ve been running with my brother, haven’t you?”

    The accusation wasn’t the response he expected. “Yeah. Why?”

    “Cause you pick spots and run intervals like him. I hate that.”

    “They’re good for you.” Having hated them at first too, Blake became a believer after how much stronger he felt during games. “You’ll appreciate it when you have your legs at the end of the first game.”

    “I know they’re good for me, but I still hate them.” He used the white T-shirt to dab his face again. “So what’s Brett doing that’s weird?”

    “I dunno, maybe it’s just me.” Having brought it up, Blake suddenly felt stupid talking about it. “Just forget about it. It’s probably nothing.”

    “Clearly something bothered you or you’d never have said anything.” (more…)

  • Cover Reveal – GRL Chicago Excerpt Book

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    For those of us lucky enough to get one of the coveted Supporting (me) or Featured (not me) Author places at Gay Rom Lit (GRL) – one of the perks is that we got to do an excerpt book that will be given away to all GRL participants. They can use this book to collect signatures from most of the authors in attendance. (more…)

  • Ashes of Life – The Paperback

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    As I’ve mentioned a few times, Ashes of Life is a story I wrote for the Love’s Landscape edition of Don’t Read in the Closet (DRitC) sponsored by the Goodreads MM Romance group. It was released on July 31, 2014 and is available for download from the MM Romance Group or on my website. (Just click the ‘Free Downloads” tab above. ↑)

    And now it’s available in paperback!  Yep, the book is in print and available for purchase.  You can still read it for free in eBook format, but for those that would like a paperback, that’s now an option. You can buy it from the Createspace eStore or from Amazon.

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    Ashes of Life, by Andrew Q. Gordon

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    When Sergeant Thane asked his best friend and second in command, to go riding, he had no idea how much his life would change. Whisked away by his horse to a forest that shouldn’t exist, he hears a cry for help. Answering the plea, Thane releases a phoenix—Eraq—from his centuries long imprisonment.

    Eraq’s first act of freedom is to claim Thane as his own. But the phoenix is more than he appears. A mage-shifter, Eraq sets his sights on the man who answered his call for help. Thane returns the interest despite learning that his act of liberation has set in motion events that will change the world. When he learns his relationship with Eraq places him at the center of events beyond his understanding, Thane refuses to abandon the man he’s come to love. Even as it hurtles him toward certain death.

    About the Author:

    Andrew Q. Gordon wrote his first story back when yellow legal pads, ball point pens were common and a Smith Corona correctable typewriter was considered high tech. Adapting with technology, he now takes his MacBook somewhere quiet when he wants to write. He currently lives in the Washington, D.C. area with his partner of eighteen years, their young daughter and dog. In addition to dodging some very self-important D.C. ‘insiders’, Andrew uses his commute to catch up on his reading. When not working or writing, he enjoys soccer, high fantasy, baseball and seeing how much coffee he can drink in a day and not get the shakes.

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    You can find his books at

    Wayward Ink Publishing

    Dreamspinner Press

    Amazon

    Follow Andrew:

    On his website: www.andrewqgordon.com,

    On Facebook: www.facebook.com/andrewqugordon,

    On Twitter: @andrewqgordon,

    Or just email him: [email protected]

  • A Picture is Worth . . .

    Just a few pictures to get us through the month. ‘lil q turns three this month – dag, do I feel old. But she is a big girl – ask her, she’ll tell you.  But baby do grow up so we bought her a new set of furniture for her room, allowed her friends to come over and play without their parents and started her on a new tumble class to help her develop her coordination. Busy month, but if you have children, you know three year olds are a bundle of energy.

    Here are a few pictures from the first couple weeks.

     

  • Updates, Odds and Ends and What’s Ahead

    It’s been a while since I’ve done an update post, so here’s a new one.

    Ashes of Life Cover Final 3.4Ashes of Life:  My free read as part of the Don’t Read in the Closet event is out. So far the reviews have been good, so I’m pleased. If you haven’t had a chance to read it, it is free and available for download in PDF, ePub, and Mobi.  You can get your copy here:

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    Or you can also download a PDF version of the story from my website.  Just click the Free Downloads tab above to find it.

    I’m planning to use Createspace to turn it into a paperback. I hope to have it ready in a couple weeks.

    Gay Rom Lit (GRL): Most of you know, but for those who don’t, I’ll be attending the Gay Rom Lit retreated as a Supporting Author.  I’ve been busy trying to get a few things ready, swag, some stories to hand out, a cover of something that will be out soon and the like.  What I’ve decided on is: (more…)

  • New Release: Dakota Skies, by Taylin Clavelli

    New Release: Dakota Skies, by Taylin Clavelli

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    For those living under a rock and who don’t know by now, I am part owner of Wayward Ink Publishing.  Today Wayward released our first Novel—Dakota Skies, by Taylin Clavelli. Taylin has become a real part of the Wayward family. People toss that term about freely, but she really has been a true and dear friend.  The fact we can be the ones who make her dream of seeing Dakota Skies, in print a reality is one of those nice moments about being a publisher. Taylin worked hard on her story and is rightly proud of the result. Please take a moment to read a bit more about the book and click one of buy links and pick up a copy of Dakota Skies today to help support Taylin with her first book. (more…)

  • A Month of Pictures – August ’14

    So August was a busy month – ‘lil q grew up – a lot. We had quite a few first. She started to ride her bike by herself, we finished ‘daycare’ and moved on to ‘preschool’, we learned we liked moon bounce houses, were reminded we like cotton candy, and Papa started to teach her Italian-American slang words. (hey, it’s important to be a little different 😉 )

    To start the month, ‘lil q joined me at the DC Outwrite Fest book fair. I figured Wayward Ink Publishing could use a better ‘face of the franchise’ than me so I had her sit with me for a time.

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    In an effort to corrupt . .  err. . .  teach her new things, I’m teaching her Italian-American Slang:

    (That means stop being a pig at the table) (more…)