author. human. working hard to become stellar at life.
“This is one of the best gay romance novels I have read. The story line and multiple plots are very well done, and there is a bit of mystery as well. There is also a notable theme about the ever changing anti gay movement among ignorant individuals. An excellent novel.”
via Amazon.com: David Johns’ review of Smoky Mountain Dreams.
“Matty and Rob prove their love and devotion to each other in so many way in this sequel. I don’t think any fans of Training Season will be disappointed in their continued journey. What a treat to get so much more from them. Leta Blake is a story goddess!”
via Training Complex (Training Season #2) by Leta Blake | 3 Chicks After Dark.
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“I loved this book. Couldn’t put it down and if I didn’t have to work I would have finished in one sitting.”
via Goodreads | Sharon Blanton’s review of Training Complex.
Depuis que je suis gosse, je suis fascinée par la mémoire. Ce qu’elle est, ce que nous sommes avec ou sans elle. Quelle part de nous est acquise et donc enregistrée dans notre mémoire et quelle part est innée et donc dans notre chair. Que reste-t-il de nous si l’on perd la mémoire, que ça soit à cause d’un choc ou d’une maladie ?
Donc évidement, quand j’ai lu le résumé du Retour de Leith, je me suis précipitée et j’ai eu raison \o/
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Twice Cut
Part of writing is cutting the parts of the book that you may like but don’t serve the plot or pace of the story. As a book, Training Complex, the sequel to 2013’s Training Season, contains a lot of sex, but at one time it contained even more. In fact, four sex scenes were cut from the final book and I will be sharing them on various blogs over the next couple of months.
This scene was actually written for Training Season back in 2013 but was cut from that book for various reasons. I loved it so much, though, that I tried to work it into Training Complex. I made editorial changes to the setting and the situation, but, for the most part, it’s the same scene. I probably spent six hours reworking this, though, and so it hurt a little when once again it ended up on the cutting room floor.
But I present it to you now in hopes that you may enjoy it just a little and get a taste of some of what might be offered in Training Complex itself.
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“Even though this book isn’t always easy, it is incredibly rewarding and I can definitely recommend it.”
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Some reviews make me laugh! 😀 And, boy, can I relate to this one!
“Be still my heart. More Matty and Rob!!! I loved every second of this book. Even when I wanted to punch Matty in the face. o_O
Thank you Leta Blake for yet another amazing read!!!”
via Goodreads | Amanda Barnes’s review of Training Complex.
These two love like no others. Leta brings that all consuming, old fashioned, From Here to Eternity feel to the love they have. Of course on a hotness scale it just explodes. SO HOT!
They have a BDSM relationship and I want to buy Leta a huge ass drink for getting it right. You want to know how BDSM works? THIS, HERE. She knows what she’s talking about. She addresses SO many issues in this book, disordered eating, depression, anxiety. And it’s breathtaking.
Training Complex is the perfect balance of angst, happiness, love, loss, and fear. Leta brings them together in a way that you are left truly content. Bravo, Leta. Another 5 star story!
via Goodreads | Meredith (West Haven, CT)’s review of Training Complex.
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“I was so excited to read more Matty and Rob, and this book did not disappoint. I was up half the night finishing it! It was great getting Rob’s POV (along with Matty’s), and seeing Rob have his own struggles while he tries to always be so strong for Matty, who is such a memorable and unique character. Even when they have problems, I always know things will be okay in the end because they love each other so much. I really hope there will be a third book as they continue their life together!”
via Amazon.com: SA’s review of Training Complex (Training Season Series B….
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Almost a year ago, Matty Marcus showed up in my head again looking pretty and saying, “Hey, I have a really fun idea for a novella! Wanna write it for me? It’ll be easy, fast, hilarious and you’ll have no regrets! I promise!”
Matty Marcus? He’s a little bit of a liar, guys.
The book turned out to be pretty intense and it required a lot of work. Not to mention it’s 121,000 words long! Far from a novella! More like a longish novel! But the good news is that I persevered and I’m pleased to report that Matty Marcus got his book! Yep! It’s officially released into the world!
It’s a little big thing called TRAINING COMPLEX and you can buy it now!
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“Leta Blake’s writing sort of leaves me speechless. Her story crafting is phenomenal, and I adore her characters. The emotions evoked are raw and real, and if you’re thinking of forging into the world of m/m romance, or are already a fan, I’d highly suggest giving this one or Smoky Mountain Dreams a read.”
via Goodreads | Katrina Passick Lumsden (Charlotte, MI)’s review of Training Season.
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“I don’t normally get emotional with books, but I almost felt drowned after this book. I have a bit of a hangover from it. Great characters…Leith and Zach are beautiful people, and theirs is a great story. It was not your typical amnesia story. I think it even could’ve been drawn out a bit more, actually, but wonderfully written and I highly recommend!”
via Goodreads | Renee The United States’s review of The River Leith.
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In advance of the release of Training Complex (Training Season #2), I’ve decided to put the first book up for 50% off! The sale price is available on Amazon or with the following code on Smashwords.
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The story of figure skater Matty Marcus and rancher Rob Lovely has been a fan favorite for several years now.
“I didn’t want this story to end….beautifully written. The dialogue between the main characters was so realistic and believable. Having grown up on the edge of Appalachia, I found Christopher’s struggle concerning his self worth to be very believable. 5 STARS to Ms. Blake!”
via Amazon.com: Mark D’s review of Smoky Mountain Dreams.
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“Hands down the best m/m romance I’ve read yet. Furthermore, one of the best romances I’ve ever read, period. The characterization was fantastic, the story well fleshed out, the motivations and obstacles believable. I was really rooting for Christopher and Jesse, and I felt every hurt and loss each of them suffered with an intensity reserved for only my favorite literary protagonists.”
via Goodreads | Katrina Passick Lumsden (Charlotte, MI)’s review of Smoky Mountain Dreams.
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“This was a beautifully crafted different kind of love story. The relationship between Leith and Zach was extraordinary. This story was unique and captivating. I loved the structure of the whole story. It was true to the belief that true love can conquer anything. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!!”
via Goodreads | Sue Madison, OH’s review of The River Leith.
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Another blog post from the abandoned draft vault! I believe I started this one, got distracted, and then some reviews came out that would make this seem like a possible response to those reviewers, so I shelved it. At this point in time, meh, this isn’t about the reviewers. It’s just what it was originally–my research and my writing choices explained. 🙂
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Let’s talk about memory and amnesia and how it works. Actually, let’s discuss first misconceptions about amnesia.
1) Unlike what we see on television, many amnesiacs do not get their memories back.
2) Studies show that being told of their past, having memories recounted for them does absolutely nothing to help the amnesiac remember.
The only benefit of telling an amnesiac about their past is to help them navigate a world that hasn’t forgotten what they did and who they were before. It doesn’t really give them a place in time or a way to understand their life going forward. It only provides them with a narrative that allows them to understand other people’s experiences of them and just how, specifically, they came to be at their current place in life.
Most amnesiacs, being hungry for a sense of self, will be curious about their past but often find the actual facts of it to be upsetting, guilt-inducing, and confusing. For that reason, it is not unheard of for such details to be given to them on a “need to know” basis, especially as they first begin to cope with their new situation.
It was this understanding after doing extensive research that informed my choices with regards to Leith’s situation in The River Leith. Since Leith didn’t know what questions to ask and Zach, being the frightened bunny he is, didn’t want to tell him, the truth of their past together wasn’t immediately revealed. Thus it was fun to write scenes where Leith’s heart knew things his mind didn’t quite know yet. *happy sigh* To be honest, those are my favorite parts of the book.
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“I was amazed with this book. Cowboy and a professional figure skater???? Imagine that, and boy were they hot, sexy and funny. Throw in a kid, some angst and decisions that may destroy both of them. I LOVED IT!!!! Fantastic, fabulous, awesome book!!!”
via Amazon.com: Amy’s review of Training Season.
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“This author has got me hook, line and sinker. I am in love with this book. I was up half the night last night finishing it and Matty and Rob are still with me this morning. I can’t let go of them. Matty, in particular, has taken up permanent residence in my heart. A fictional character! The light and shadow that the author used to paint Matty was, in my opinion, perfection and made him seem so real. I saw that there will be another book.. I just hope a person can’t die of anticipation because I would be a goner.”
via Amazon.com: 17thSassenach’s review of Training Season.
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So I decided to make sure that the new VAT laws weren’t causing any problems with my titles at the various Amazon stores. I admit, I’ve rarely paid attention to the prices in other countries, so I have no idea if these discrepancies are new or not. But, honestly, they are maddening and I’ve yet to hear back from the Amazon peeps. (Though I admit I only just emailed them last night and so I’m being rather impatient.)
Anyway, check this out. As you can see below, Training Season and Smoky Mountain Dreams are both $5.99 at all US outlets.
Which brings us to the pricing at Amazon UK:
So, what’s the deal there? Am I paying the 20% VAT from my royalties these prices? I believe I am, right? So I should want both of them to be more like the Smoky Mountain Dreams price…though that seems a bit steep. Math isn’t my best subject, but I’m pretty sure that price difference is more than 20%? And the Training Season price doesn’t even cover the 20% VAT, I’m pretty sure? So I’m losing money on one and making a bit than I should on the other? And where did they even get these prices? My understanding was that they would be automatically increasing the UK prices to add in the tax. And yet these two books, which are the same price everywhere else, even at Amazon.de, are pretty differently priced at Amazon.uk. What’s up, dudes?
Another weird example is Keira’s and my book via Ellora’s Cave, Love’s Nest. Now, in my opinion, that book is overpriced in the US, but the difference between the US prices and the UK prices make zero sense, to be honest. Check this out.
WTF, dudes, this is the UK price.
Even if we claim price-matching is happening, that doesn’t make sense because the UK price doesn’t come anywhere close to even the lowest US price. No makey-sensey. Or does it and I’m just not seeing it?
Help? Anyone dealt with this before? Is it a VAT glitch or something else entirely?
ALSO? Argh. I don’t want to waste my time on this kind of thing. Very annoying.
