with co-star, Daniel Westman, for quite some time. While the two men have become close friends, Matthew, unsure if his feelings will be reciprocated, has been afraid to express his desires to Daniel.
My name is Jamie Lynn Miller, and I'm the professional writing alter ego of
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I'm thrilled to announce that my first step into the publishing world has resulted in two of my male/male contemporary romance novellas, Burnin' for You and Darkness Falls, being picked up by Dark Roast Press.
I was one of just four authors selected to help Dark Roast Press launch their line of GLBT books, which premiered on April 15, 2008.
To whet your appetite a bit, here are the blurbs for both novellas, and click on the link at the end for a longer excerpt.
BURNIN' FOR YOU:
Lucas Taylor is a hard-working New York City fireman at Station 127, dedicated to his job, even though it has brought him heartrending tragedy - the loss of his lover, Ryan, in an explosion a year ago.
Evan Singer is the new guy in town, a paramedic transferred into Station 127 from San Antonio, and he sets his eyes on Lucas from the get-go.
Neither knowing who the other is, their first meeting is explosive, a night of passion and desire that awakens something inside Lucas he never thought he’d feel again.
But when Lucas discovers that Evan is a paramedic, it all comes crashing down. For despite the feelings he has for Evan, Lucas has vowed to never again get involved with someone on the job, after losing Ryan to it.
Can Evan convince Lucas to open up his heart and take a chance on love again, despite who Evan is?
Burnin' for You excerpt ( CLICK )
DARKNESS FALLS:
Matthew Tucker is a successful actor on a hit television show, his career on the rise. Life is good. What more could he want?
Daniel Westman, that’s what – his co-star and close friend for the last two years.
Matthew desires more than friendship with Daniel, though, his attraction for the other man growing day by day. So much so that Matthew gives up the safety and security of his current long-term relationship for the slimmest chance of a relationship with Daniel, feeling there’s something between them, just under the surface. And he was gambling his happiness on it.
But months go by, with Matthew suddenly afraid to go forward, to make the first move, to tell Daniel he was falling in love with him. Because if he was wrong, and Daniel was just being his natural charming self and Matthew was looking too deeply into it…he’d lose his best friend.
So instead Matthew longs for his friend in silence, until an accident on set may leave Daniel permanently blinded. With his friend hurt, scared and confused, his life possibly forever altered, Matthew never wavers from Daniel’s side, no matter how difficult it gets.
His dedication brings them closer than ever before , but is it possible to find happiness, and love, in the wake of a tragedy? Or has Matthew’s hesitation cost him that chance and he’ll lose Daniel to the darkness instead?
Darkness Falls excerpt ( CLICK )
I hope you'll enjoy my work, and if you'd like to contact me my email address is: jamielynnmiller@live.com
And I leave you with the cover art for both books, proudly designed by myself:
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Guys, I am SO EXCITED to announce that my ebook, Darkness Falls, has been nominated for Best Romance of 2008 in the Preditors & Editors Readers Poll. I was nominated by my peers in the ebook publishing business, which is a HUGE honor, since these awards are big in the ebook world.
Now that the nominations are complete it's time for YOU, the public, to cast your vote.
If you'd like to vote for me, go here: http://critters.org/predpoll/novelr.sht
The books are in alphabetical order, so just scroll down to Darkness Falls.
You can vote one time per email address. To assure that your email address, and therefore your vote, is valid, after you cast your vote you will receive an email from: predpoll_noreply@critique.org. Simply click on the link in the email and now your vote is counted!
Voting will be open until January 14, 2009.
Not only has my book been nominated, but my publisher, Dark Roast Press, and our other authors and artists have garnered 13 nominations! Not bad for a publisher that's been around for less than a year. :-)
I want to thank all of you for your support this past year, in my foray into the ebook world, not only for purchasing my books but for all of your encouragement. It's meant the world to me. :-)
If you'd like more info on both of my ebooks:
Darkness Falls - http://www.darkroastpress.com/store/ind
Burnin' for You - http://www.darkroastpress.com/store/ind
Thanks, guys!
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Darkness Falls by Jamie Lynn Miller
 | Summary: Daniel Westman, that’s what – his co-star and close friend for the last two years. Matthew desires more than friendship with Daniel, though, his attraction for the other man growing day by day. So much so that Matthew gives up the safety and security of his current long-term relationship for the slimmest chance of a relationship with Daniel, feeling there’s something between them, just under the surface. And he was gambling his happiness on it. But months go by, with Matthew suddenly afraid to go forward, to make the first move, to tell Daniel he was falling in love with him. Because if he was wrong, and Daniel was just being his natural charming self and Matthew was looking too deeply into it…he’d lose his best friend. So instead Matthew longs for his friend in silence, until an accident on set may leave Daniel permanently blinded. With his friend hurt, scared and confused, his life possibly forever altered, Matthew never wavers from Daniel’s side, no matter how difficult it gets. His dedication brings them closer than ever before , but is it possible to find happiness, and love, in the wake of a tragedy? Or has Matthew’s hesitation cost him that chance and he’ll lose Daniel to the darkness instead. Review:
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Matthew Tucker is a successful actor on a hit television show, his career on the rise. Life is good. What more could he want? Daniel Westman, that’s what – his co-star and close friend for the last two years. Matthew desires more than friendship with Daniel, though, his attraction for the other man growing day by day. So much so that Matthew gives up the safety and security of his current long-term relationship for the slimmest chance of a relationship with Daniel, feeling there’s something between them, just under the surface. And he was gambling his happiness on it. But months go by, with Matthew suddenly afraid to go forward, to make the first move, to tell Daniel he was falling in love with him. Because if he was wrong, and Daniel was just being his natural charming self and Matthew was looking too deeply into it…he’d lose his best friend. So instead Matthew longs for his friend in silence, until an accident on set may leave Daniel permanently blinded. With his friend hurt, scared and confused, his life possibly forever altered, Matthew never wavers from Daniel’s side, no matter how difficult it gets. His dedication brings them closer than ever before , but is it possible to find happiness, and love, in the wake of a tragedy? Or has Matthew’s hesitation cost him that chance and he’ll lose Daniel to the darkness instead? | |
SRR GRADE: B | |
| When we first meet Matthew he’s on the set with the man he’s secretly in love with, his co-star Daniel. They’re setting up for a stunt which goes horribly wrong and Daniel is blinded. Matthew steps right in to take care of him and from the beginning the reader can feel Matthew’s devotion to Daniel in the way he cares for the other man. When Daniel’s sight doesn’t return as hoped he is angry, upset and frightened but Matthew is there for him even though he’s riding his own rollercoaster of emotions. As Matthew cares for Daniel, he struggles with the sexual attraction, not wanting to take advantage of Daniel and not knowing if his feelings are reciprocated. In Darkness Falls, Jamie Lynn Miller brings us a wonderful story about longing, devotion and love. The character of Matthew is well written and we can really feel the depth of his caring for Daniel. There are some repetitive words and phrases in the book but nothing that detracts from the story focus. The love scenes between the two are nicely done with a buildup to the finale. I really liked this book and you will too if you like love stories with hot sex and happy ending. | |
| ~Reviewed by Lily | |
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From Book Cove Reviews:
Jamie Lynn Miller – Darkness Falls:
A successful actor on a hit television series named, Matthew Tucker, with his chosen career rising. He not only wants that but his friend/co-star named Daniel Westman. He wants more than friendship, he wants to give in to his ever growing need of him. Gambling on what’s under the surface of what he sees and abandons the long-term relationship he was in and goes for broke with Daniel. As time goes by, Matthew longs for Daniel in silence afraid that if he lets Daniel know of his feelings, he might just lose him forever. But a accident that happens on the set leave Daniel blinded and brings them closer than they thought possible, will their happiness prevail in tragedy or will Matthew lose Daniel to the impending darkness? See what happens for yourself in Jamie Lynn Miller’s Darkness Falls available now from Dark Roast Press.
“Here is a book that will leave you touched by the scenes and bring you to a very tearful end."
And from Night Owl Romance Book Reviews:
| Genre: LGBT | Hearts:   (an "excellent read")Reviewer: Sandra |
Matthew Tucker is working on a series with his best friend Daniel Westman. When an accidental explosion blinds Daniel he is rushed to the hospital, where Matthew stays with him. When Daniel finds out the blindness might be permanent Matthew who has always been attracted to Daniel stays with him taking care of him.
Daniel turns to Matthew for support and guidance. When the bandages are taken off Daniel still can't see and he retreats into anger. Matthew pulls Daniel out of his anger when he tells Daniel of his love of him. Daniel finds out returns his love. Though will Daniel be able to beat his self-imposed solitude for Matthew or will he fall into depression?
Darkness Falls is a good book with an interesting storyline. There was much emotion throughout. I really enjoyed reading it.
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Here is the direct link to purchase the book:
http://www.darkroastpress.com/store/ind
Thanks again to all of you for your support!
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So to have this reviewer be the first to bring this up, that I did a good job balancing both the technical stuff and the character aspects of the story puts a huge smile on my face. :-)
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| |  Burnin' For You by Jamie Lynn Miller |
| Lucas Taylor is a hard-working New York City fireman at Station 127, dedicated to his job, even though it has brought him heartrending tragedy - the loss of his lover, Ryan, in an explosion a year ago. Evan Singer is the new guy in town, a paramedic transferred into Station 127 from San Antonio, and he sets his eyes on Lucas from the get-go. Neither knowing who the other is, their first meeting is explosive, a night of passion and desire that awakens something inside Lucas he never thought he'd feel again. But when Lucas discovers that Evan is a paramedic, it all comes crashing down. For despite the feelings he has for Evan, Lucas has vowed to never again get involved with someone on the job, after losing Ryan to it. Can Evan convince Lucas to open up his heart and take a chance on love again, despite who Evan is? ♥ ♥ ♥ I love firefighter stories, so I had high hopes for Burnin’ For You. Luckily, it didn’t disappoint. Ms. Miller | |
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My second ebook, Darkness Falls, has been accepted by Dark Roast Press and will be published this Friday, June 20th!
Here's the summary:
Matthew Tucker is a successful actor on a hit television show, his career on the rise. Life is good. What more could he want?
Daniel Westman, that’s what – his co-star and close friend for the last two years.
Matthew desires more than friendship with Daniel, though, his attraction for the other man growing day by day. So much so that Matthew gives up the safety and security of his current long-term relationship for the slimmest chance of a relationship with Daniel, feeling there’s something between them, just under the surface. And he was gambling his happiness on it.
But months go by, with Matthew suddenly afraid to go forward, to make the first move, to tell Daniel he was falling in love with him. Because if he was wrong, and Daniel was just being his natural charming self and Matthew was looking too deeply into it…he’d lose his best friend.
So instead Matthew longs for his friend in silence, until an accident on set may leave Daniel permanently blinded. With his friend hurt, scared and confused, his life possibly forever altered, Matthew never wavers from Daniel’s side, no matter how difficult it gets.
His dedication brings them closer than ever before, but is it possible to find happiness, and love, in the wake of a tragedy? Or has Matthew’s hesitation cost him that chance and he’ll lose Daniel to the darkness instead?
And the cover, designed by myself:
I'll be back with a direct link to Dark Roast's site on Friday. :-)
Many thanks again for all of your support, guys!
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http://darkroastpress.com/community/ind
We haven't had much activity there, so I thought I'd pimp it out a bit. :-)
There are sections for reviews on the ebooks that you can read and then leave your own.
And each of us authors has their own section where you can leave us comments on our books, or ask us questions.
I'd love to chat with any of you about myself or Burnin' for You, so if you've got a second, head on over there and register (which is free and takes all of a minute) and we can talk!
Thanks!
Burning For You by Jamie Lynn Miller
Lucas Taylor is a hard-working New York City fireman at Station 127, dedicated to his job, even though it has brought him heartrending tragedy - the loss of his lover, Ryan, in an explosion a year ago. Evan Singer is the new guy in town, a paramedic transferred into Station 127 from San Antonio, and he sets his eyes on Lucas from the get-go. Neither knowing who the other is, their first meeting is explosive, a night of passion and desire that awakens something inside Lucas he never thought he’d feel again. But when Lucas discovers that Evan is a paramedic, it all comes crashing down. For despite the feelings he has for Evan, Lucas has vowed to never again get involved with someone on the job, after losing Ryan to it. Can Evan convince Lucas to open up his heart and take a chance on love again, despite who Evan is? Review:
Evan agrees to take things slow since it's obvious that Lucas is recovering from the loss of his lover. Jamie Lynn Miller blends blistering M/M sex scenes with a truly tender love story that is emotional and real. The firehouse scenes and three action-packed, edge of your seat incidents Station 127 handles are just amazing. Miller writes these scenes as deftly as she does the often emotionally bruising love scenes in which Lucas struggles with the idea opening his heart once again. Considering that all this is stuffed into sixty pages is staggering. Lucas and Evan come across as wonderful men and the interaction with the secondary characters is convincing and compelling.   |
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| MR Review Burnin' for You by Jamie Lynn Miller A chance meeting throws two firefighters together, and they give in to passion. Lucas is still mourning his lover's death, and he thinks his night with Evan is just stress relief. But when they find out they have to work closely in the fire station, they can't deny their true feelings. First of all, firemen are hot (excuse the pun). Gay firemen? Even hotter. So I was looking forward to reading this one, and the author didn't disappoint. Hot sex, unwilling emotions, angst, adventure…Burning for You has it all. It's short, but long enough for plenty of action and back-story, and the men come to life. The writing is near perfect as well and I can't wait to read more from Jamie Lynn Miller. |
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Wow, guys, I am SO thrilled - I've just received my first review on my ebook, Burnin' for You from Simply Romance Reviews:
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| Burnin’ for You is a short little flamer – hot and steamy in more ways than one! Jamie Lynn Miller introduces us to Lucas Taylor, a firefighter who two years ago lost his true love and since then has pulled back into himself – afraid to let anyone in again. On the two year anniversary of his lover’s death Lucas looks across the room into a set of new eyes, eyes he can’t seem to resist. Not sure whether it’s the drink or just the intense need to feel someone’s arms around him he goes home with Evan, the stranger from across the room. Burnin’ For You is the story of how the love of one man can conquer the hurt and heal the deep wounds of another. The characters are charming, Lucus is definitely the gruff and tough firefighter, and Evan shows an amazing amount of compassion for a younger man. I really enjoyed this story which shows you that life and love are worth taking chances for. | |
| ~Reviewed by Lynda | |
SRR GRADE: A~~~~~
Just...wow. To have received an A and an Outstanding Read for my first professional writing endeavor ever stuns me beyond belief, but also gives me the confidence to keep going with my pro writing. :-)
Thanks again to all of you for your support and for purchasing my book!
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I currently don't have any reviews at Dark Roast's site yet, so if you enjoyed the book and have a moment, a few words would mean the world to me.
If you're interested in finding out more about my book the direct link is: http://www.darkroastpress.com/burninfor
And to purchase the ebook: http://www.darkroastpress.com/store/ind
Again, thank you all!
elisa_rolle for her lovely review of Burnin' for You - http://elisa-rolle.livejournal.com/27847So glad you enjoyed it!
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As of today, my m/m romance ebook, Burnin' for You, has found a new publisher and is once again available for purchase. :-)
After Aphrodite's Apples went out of business, my friend and contact at AA,
rhiannon_rhodes, decided to branch out on her own and start her own publishing company, and she asked me if she could publish Burnin' for You.I'm thrilled to be a part of Dark Roast Press's launch, along with three other talented authors.
Here's the brand new cover for my book, once again designed by myself:
If you're interested in finding out more about my book the direct link is: http://www.darkroastpress.com/burninfor
And to purchase the ebook: http://www.darkroastpress.com/store/ind
Thanks again to all of you for your support! :-)
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Aphrodite's Apples has closed it's website and gone out of business.
After being on sale for just a few days, my book, Burnin' for You, is no longer available. I want to thank each and every one of you who did purchase it and I really hope you enjoy it.
It's disappointing beyond belief for me that this has happened. I'd been looking forward to my debut for months and my second book was going to be published in just a few weeks.
I'm not really sure what I'm going to do, where I'm going to go from here. The rights to both books are being given back to me, so I can shop them elsewhere, but...now I'm kinda feeling gunshy. Not sure if I want to make the effort again, start all over again, or just say 'hey, it was an experiment'. Something I've gotta think about.
Thanks again, guys, for all of your support as I started off on this journey, as short as it was. :-)
The AA site is back up and running this morning, so if you're still interested, the direct link to purchase my book is:
http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.p
And I want to thank all of you who have purchased it already - it shot to #5 on AA's Best Seller list already! Wow!
I truly hope all of you enjoy the book. :-)
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Thanks and so sorry for the problem!
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