Parallel and Perpendicular Words

One of my favorite questions I hear from readers and people who know I'm an author--"Do you do all the things you write about?" I have the biggest urge to say, "Yep. All of it. At least four times before I write about it." But really, I don't. Fiction is fiction.


However, real life and fiction can walk side by side. I've gone out for ice cream, enjoyed it, and sent my characters out for a bite of something with caramel and sea salt. I've also stayed at crappy hotels before and dreamed of what the really swanky ones were like and then transformed those dreams into words. As much as reading is an escape, writing can be too.

In David's Angel I walked way outside my regular comfort zone with the BDSM angle. That's not something that comes up in my world, so I asked questions and did lots of research. On the other end, though, I set it in one of my favorite places, Green Bay, Wisconsin. I used to travel there a few times a year for martial arts tournaments and testing. Those were amazing times, and I learned a lot. Like how to say the street names--I know how to do that, so writing them really gave me a little kick. It's the little things that draw readers into a story, and it's the same on the author's side. I love the details.

Have you read something lately that gave you an, Oh, I do that! sort of moment? Mine came today when I went out for ice cream with my family and the shop had the same kind of ice cream I'd written for Polly in David's Angel (tin roof sundae and peppermint and vanilla--all in the same row!). Naturally, I got small scoops of each. Bringing fiction to reality was sweet.


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All the best,
Stephanie Beck
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Happy Spring!

It is official--we made it through winter! Now, if this snow and the colds my kids are battling would just go away, I'd believe the calendar.


Spring means different things to different people. Location matters in that, but also temperament. Some love the change, embrace and celebrate it. Others...well, change is hard. I'm usually the later, but after the long winter, bring on the change!


How to celebrate spring? Well, we have temps of the high thirties and rain forecasted for today, so I'm not planning anything outside, that's for sure, but when the snow is gone and the air and ground temperature straighten out, I have a patio to put in (I'm sure my husband will help) and a garden to plant. In a truly crazy fashion, I spent most of last night dreaming I was mowing the lawn.

Spring? Is that you?


Until the spring and summer sunshine can warm you up, be sure to talk a turn around Beachwalk. The new releases are sure to light your fire!

David's Angel by Stephanie Beck


When kink and reality collide, compromise and love keep everyone satisfied.

After living a BDSM lifestyle for ten years, Polly is devastated when her husband and Dom dies. Although she is capable of supporting her daughters and maintaining her home, she aches for the companionship of a partner and the dominance of a sexual master.

A decade has passed since David lost Polly to his best friend. Even after all those years, the angel who got away still holds his heart. The death of Polly's husband brings them back together, but leftover feelings throw their hearts back to where they first began—young and in love. David knows how to be a Dom, but being a husband and father is another story. On top of the new family structure, major tension is brewing within a group of BDSM couples in their area. David's dreams are coming true, but being a Dom has never been as challenging—not when failure means losing his angel.

*Note: This book has been previously published.*


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If it is warm where you are, enjoy the first day of spring! Think happy, warm thoughts for the same to mosey on to Minnesota.

All the best,
Stephanie Beck
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I'm Heeeeeeeerrrreeee

by Stephanie Beck


When I was growing up, my dad would always announce his presence with a creepy shout, letting us all know, he was, in face, here.




Well, I'm here now! My name is Stephanie Beck and I've been a Beachwalk Press author from the first day they opened their doors. I have several titles with them, including my bestselling Poppy's Place Series (Poppy's Passions, Poppy's Present, Poppy's Picnic, and Mary's Men).




I'm thrilled to be joining the Spicy Blog, trading Thursdays with the incomparable Ella Jade. I'm excited to share news about the writing world, my world, books and stories.


Ten Quick Facts about Stephanie Beck


1. I've been a published author for 4 years.
2. I have over 20 titles to my name (a mix of novels, novellas, and short stories).
3. My 3 kids make writing a challenge at time, but my husband is the time thief...and I totally let him.
4. I live in Minnesota--where we've broken the record for most days below zero degrees this year.
     (I feel that wins a vacation, for me, somewhere warm.)
5. My books with Beachwalk Press: Poppy's Passions, Mary's Men, David's Angel, Barely Dreaming,
     Super Love, Crypto Love.
6. I craft. A LOT. Knitting, crochet, wood working, sewing--if it is crafty, I'm up to making it. I also
     blog and Pinterest about my crafting (Follow me on Pinterest )
7. I like writing sexy stories, but have a pretty intense sense of humor. I find life funny and take as
     many opportunities as I can to insert humor. People need to laugh. It's good for the kidneys.
8. I spend entirely too much time on Facebook (follow me on FB ) but because of that, I often hear
     the cool news first (like new babies, new releases, new trips to the gym and what people are
     making for supper).
9. I am not a good cook, but I can do pretty awesome things in the baking world.
10. I love staying in touch with my readers! You can find out more about me at  
       www.stephaniebeck.net




I'm thrilled to be part of the Spicy blog, and just in time for the re-release of David's Angel (coming March 17th). I'll be hosting give-aways and am on the lookout for readers who would be interested in doing early reviews for this BDSM love story. Shoot me an email if that sounds like you!




All the best,
Stephanie Beck