Christmas With Class

 Happy holidays! I’d like to wish you all the happiest and safest of days, and thanks to those who have bought A Class Act  and A Different Class (unlike other Decadent authors talking to you this week, I do not have a holiday work with the publisher. Never say never, though. It was suggested maybe I offer up a piece on how the man in my Class series might celebrate the season.

A Different Class, while part of the 1Night Stand imprint, focuses a bit on Rod’s line of work, brewing. Sigmund Brewing is small but gaining traction, and as I write more you may find the company figuring more into stories. Today, I envisioned a raucous holiday party to celebrate a successful year.

Imagine, if you will, a large meeting room draped in sparkling red and green garlands. A Charlie Brown tree sits in one corner, the long meeting table laden with supermarket cold cuts and chicken wings. Somebody’s tapped a keg of seasonal beer, and everybody has a red Solo cup in hand. There’s an iPhone plugged into a speaker and everybody’s singing along to Bruce Springsteen’s Santa Claus anthem.

Rod Maloney, the company’s owner, is seen in high spirits—it’s been a while since his employees have found him so happy, but he has reason this year. He’s brought a date, and people at the brewery are familiar with Glenn, a man Rod went to high school with but didn’t really get to know until recently. People are sketchy about how they met (something to do with a nearby resort and a blind date?) but it doesn’t matter. They’re close together and under the mistletoe, sneaking kisses while the music changes to something more traditional.

People slip in an out of the meeting room. Are they hooking up elsewhere, in abandoned offices or the narrow cubbyhole that houses the copier? Hard to say, but nobody seems to notice when Rod tugs Glenn out the door and leads him to his office.

Door locks, papers pushed aside. The Santa hat falls from Glenn’s head with a weak tinkling noise and he’s on his back on the desk, adjusting for his boyfriend’s weight on him. With fevered longing they kiss and grope each other, fueled by seasonal micro-brew and the spirit of giving. Two people who wallowed in loneliness earlier this year have no fear anymore. They have each other, and the promise of a bright future.

Merry Christmas, and to all a good night.

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I am Leigh Ellwood. I write smutty stories about people who like getting naked and having sex. Some have more sex than others, some have sex with people of the same gender, some have sex with more than one person, and still others have sex with toys and things that require the use of batteries. My stories range from a few thousand words to well past 70k. The book list link above breaks everything down for you – genre, length, and other attributes. My books are available at Amazon, B&N, Smashwords, Kobo, and ARe. Really, just type my name in any bookstore site and something is bound to show up.

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I am excited to see my second 1Night Stand story, A Class Act, available for sale at Decadent Publishing. After the good reception to A Different Class, I knew I had at least one more story in this universe to tell. A Class Act takes two of my heroes to New York City, and while they don’t get to do much sightseeing, they have a good time. J

NYC is one of my favorite places to visit. Every time I’m in Manhattan I see something new, and that’s partly why I set this story here. Of course, it goes without saying that the Castillo family would have at least one property in the city, and I’m sure Madame Eve knows her way around. Where I live, I can take an express bus to NYC for only $70 round trip. That’s a bargain, and it frees up money to spend elsewhere. It’s a goal of mine to spend a weekend there on a Broadway trip. Pick two or three shows I must see, then a nice dinner.

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing a few shows on Broadway. My first was twenty years ago, when my husband and I got last minute tickets to Miss Saigon. We missed the “name” actor, unfortunately, but as it turned out his understudy did an excellent job. Next, I saw Mamma Mia with a friend and my then five-year-old daughter. It was a bit loud for her, but it made an impression because she loves the music (and the movie version).

My favorite to date is the revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. We were lucky to catch both Daniel Radcliffe and John Larroquette in that show. I was a die-hard Night Court fan back in the day, so seeing John perform live was a dream come true. Oh, and I liked Mr. Potter, too. ;-)

In A Class Act, Paul is an actor in a hit Broadway show. His “date” is his former drama teacher. Will they compare notes or get down to some extracurricular activities? You’ll have to read to find out. Hope you enjoy it!

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Leigh Ellwood lives to write and loves to read. Talk to her on Twitter @LeighEllwood. Find her on her website – LeighEllwood.com

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Getting Schooled

By: Leigh Ellwood

I am so pleased Decadent has contracted what will become my second 1Night Stand story. A Class Act, like the first (A Different Class) is M/M and connected to the class/school alumni theme. This time, instead of two former classmates hooking up, I focus on a different pairing that may play in some fantasies – the teacher crush.

Before any hackles raise, I’ll point out in the story that the people involved are a teacher and his former, now mature student. It’s not like that Police song. Well, maybe it is in a way, but I hope you enjoy reading it. Personally, I’ve not had a teacher crush (the result of having attended a Catholic school populated by ancient nuns), but maybe you have. A Class Act depicts a fantasy come true, which is one facet of the 1Night Stand concept – satisfaction for all people involved.

At this writing, I have started a third story to tie-in with the theme, but I won’t divulge details just yet. One advantage to writing part of a series is that you already have ideas come up from previous installments, and you get to revisit characters and see how they are doing. That will be the case in the future, as long as Decadent likes what I send them. All the stories, like the first, will be M/M since it is a favorite pairing to write.

For now, though, A Different Class is a great 1NS to try because it touches on themes relevant to today. If you have ever fretted over a reunion or wondered what became of people in your past, you may relate to this story. If you enjoy angsty heroes who overcome issues you will definitely enjoy it. If you do read it, please tweet at me @LeighEllwood and let me know.

Stay classy!

Leigh

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I am Leigh Ellwood. I write smutty stories about people who like getting naked and having sex. Some have more sex than others, some have sex with people of the same gender, some have sex with more than one person, and still others have sex with toys and things that require the use of batteries. My stories range from a few thousand words to well past 70k. My books are available at Amazon, B&N, Smashwords, Kobo, and ARe.

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Got a Feeling 43 Is Gonna Be a Good Year

By Leigh Ellwood

I turn 43 today, and I'll tell you right now I have a big challenge ahead of me. How can I ensure the next year of my life will exceed the previous one in terms of epic win? Let's review what's happened since August 25, 2013:

I helped organized the adult programming track at MarsCon.

I went to New York City and conquered my fear of the Roosevelt Island Tramway.

I went to Sicily. Friggin' Sicily. I went to the town where my great-grandparents lived before they fled Mussolini.

I celebrated 20 years of marriage.

I attended my 25-year high school reunion.

I got a new car.

I was a Featured Author at Authors After Dark.

Best of all, I published my first Decadent title, A Different Class.

Yeah, that's quite a bit of win, given the greater scheme of things. Of course, I've had to deal with some disappointments. The TARDIS has yet to make an appearance in my backyard. I might finally need glasses, too. Come to think of it, those things may be related. Maybe I overlooked the Doctor thanks to my bad eyesight. Damn.

I'm not worried, though. There are things on the horizon for Year 43 that could lead to good things. I have an invitation to Finland to visit a friend - just have to come up with airfare. I have an awesome job, and I write. I may not meet the Doctor this year, but I found a Who-themed restaurant in New York, so that's one road trip planned.

Above all else, I hope to have more stories here for readers to enjoy. While at AAD, somebody pointed out to me that they enjoy my M/M romance more than anything else. I may take the time to explore that genre more, and if reader response is positive I'll keep at it.

For now, I'm off to have cake.

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I am Leigh Ellwood. I write smutty stories about people who like getting naked and having sex. Some have more sex than others, some have sex with people of the same gender, some have sex with more than one person, and still others have sex with toys and things that require the use of batteries.

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A Bunny Class Reunion

A Different Class

Character: Glenn

FDR High Class of 2004 graduate, Glenn Carson contacts fellow alumni to get a list of who will be attending the upcoming festivities. One call to a disgruntled former student leaves him shaken—apparently, not everyone is looking forward to the reunion. Hoping to ease his frustration, he contacts the 1Night Stand service for a relaxing and passionate encounter.   

Known as “Mumbles” to former classmates, Rod Maloney would prefer to focus on the present and his successful business. However, past tragedies continue to haunt him, so he requests Madame Eve find him a man to show him a hot time and help him forget his troubles.
   Will their one night together lead to a reunion after all?

Welcome back 1NightStanders! Today we have a special guest, Glenn Carson, who’s successful just survived his first class reunion and 1Night Stand. Welcome, Glenn. Please tell us a little about yourself.

Hiya, great to be here. J

Well, in short I am a teacher at a private school in northern Florida, and recently I served on the reunion committee of my alma mater, Franklin D. Roosevelt High. I have some fond memories of FDR High, some not so fond, but I got out alive and it’s all the matters.

The 1Night Stand thing…heh. It came recommended to me by a friend. She found her soul mate that way, but I was just looking for something fun to help me recover from planning a reunion. I have to tell you, it worked. J

When I went to my class reunion, it was utter chaos. No, really, it was. All hell broke loose. We had demons dipping naked in the lava pool at the school and streaking down the halls. The cheerleaders were all horny, but then again, you show me a succubus that isn’t and I’ll show you an imposter. What a night! Of course we’re suppossed to get together sometime after the Apocalypse, but you know how that goes. I wonder if the four horsemen will be there? At the reunion, not the Apocalypse. You know what they say, an Apocalypse just isn’t an Apocalypse without the horsemen.

Should be interesting to see what everyone has been up to. Oh, the memories....

*Blinks* Oh, your interview. I digress. You get me going on the glory days and I just get so excited. Back then, Bunny could bring in a legion of souls a day with a little shake of her tail. Probably still could, but I’ve learned to work smarter instead of harder.

The interview...right.

So, why a 1Night Stand. Why did you seek the services of matchmaker, Madame Eve?

You know, I’ve had relationships with other men, and they didn’t seem to go anywhere. When my friend told me about 1Night Stand, I figured it might be a good slate cleaner, you know? I go on an overnight date with a hot guy, have some sexy fun, and come home recharged. Maybe if I like the guy enough, we can meet up later? I didn’t really know what to expect going in, and the information enticed me to sign up. While I didn’t talk to Madame Eve directly, she seemed really nice in the e-mails when she set it up for me.

How long have you known Rod Maloney?

Here’s the thing – we went to the same school, but we weren’t in the same circles. Friends knew him, and I suppose I knew “of” him back then. He was a guy I passed in the halls. Ten years later, I’m looking at the yearbook and I see his picture. I couldn’t imagine why I didn’t talk to him then, he was gorgeous!

Did you two have a thing in school? Was there more than one reunion going on?

Alas, no. I found out later Rod has his own thing going on. I didn’t date anybody in school. I knew who I was then, and it was difficult to meet guys there.

What prerequisites did you ask for in your “perfect” date?

I told Madame Eve that I liked dominant men. Not necessarily BDSM, but men who take charge of a situation and show a bit of aggression in bed. I like excitement. J

Was he everything you’d hoped for?

Ohhhh, yes. Rod did things to me that…ahem, well, maybe you should read about them in the story.

Okay, time to move on to the quickies, because let’s be honest, everyone loves a quickie. You ready?

Go!

How tall does he have to be to get on the ride?

At least six feet.

Blond or Brunet?

No difference – dark, light, red… it’s all good.

Favorite male feature? Go ahead say it. I won’t judge.

I’m a leg man, tighter the better. ;-)

Boxers or Briefs?

Either…puddled on the floor somewhere.

Have you ever had a threesome? Want to? What? Don’t look at me like that. I know your gay, but Bunny isn’t dead.

LOL. I’ll admit I’ve thought about it, but I think that’s something for the fantasy vault. I just like going one on one.

Okay, you don’t know what you’re missing.

*Glances at watch.*

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Keeping it Classy, and Sexy

By Leigh Ellwood

I am thrilled to be a part of the Decadent Publishing family! Today my story, A Different Class, is finally available to enjoy. I have read a number of 1Night Stand stories, and loved the idea of Madame Eve matching people for a night of fun and passion. It’s exciting to know I achieved one writing goal I set for myself – getting my 1NS published.

If you’re familiar with my work, you know I write a variety of genres and couplings. I write M/M, F/F, and everything in between. I tend to stick more with contemporary romances, and as I pondered ideas for a 1NS story I decided I wanted to keep it real. My inspiration for A Different Class came, of course, from the announcement of my own high school reunion (I won’t tell you which year, but I’ll say it’s double digits and leave it there – LOL). I had the itch to write another M/M, and one day I wondered what might happen if somebody with a grudge against his former classmates refused to attend his reunion…then wound up paired with somebody on the reunion committee by Madame Eve.

Awkward? Yes. Does it put a damper on the night? Not necessarily. I wrote Glenn and Roderick as two men who discover an instant attraction, and with the Florida heat helping them along you know they’re in for a long, steamy night! As for whether or not they’re able to get over past hardships…well, read A Different Class and find out!

I enjoyed writing this story so much, I started immediately on the follow-up story. My goal is to offer as many Class series stories as Decadent will stand - LOL. Presently I am halfway through the first draft of A Class Act, another M/M 1NS, while I consider ideas for a third story. I’m also batting around the idea of an MMF ménage, but I may wait on that to see how readers react. Of course, I’m open to other combinations as well – MMM especially. I find those are fun to write!

If you pick up A Different Class and enjoy it, please let me know. I always appreciate a kind word on Goodreads. 

You can also drop me a note via Twitter at @LeighEllwood. I respond when I can. 

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Thanks for stopping by. See you at the next 1Night Stand!

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