What
are you currently working on?
I have so many stories started (usually at least two to three
chapters) ranging from sci-fi futuristic, paranormal and contemporary. When the
ideas come to me I have to write them down before the concept slips away
(usually another idea pushes it away). But, currently I’m working on Book Two
of the Park Avenue Trilogy. I want it out be late Spring.
How
long did it take you to get your rough draft finished on your latest release?
From start of concept, to writing the draft, editing, to
final release took over a year. Probably longer, but I’d say a good 15-18
months.
Are
any of your characters like you?
A lot of them are, bits and pieces, and a number of them are
of people I know whether family, friends or people I’ve encountered in everyday
life.
Do
you have a favorite quote from your book(s)?
Brooklyn Jameson was mine. She just didn’t know it yet.
What
was the hardest part of writing your book(s)?
Getting it finished! I worked extremely hard at polishing it
as best I could. I take real pride in this story and can’t wait to finish book
two.
Do
you keep a notebook near your for when new ideas pop into your head?
Oh, yeah! I have scraps of paper, discarded envelopes from
mail I’ve gone through, and a notebook. This New Year I vowed to consolidate
all my scribbles into one place for reference. I know where everything is, but
I need to be more organized!
Is
there anything you wish to say to your readers?
Simply, thank you. You inspire me every day to give you the
best stories possible.
For readers who haven't tried your books yet, how do you
think your editor or loyal readers would describe your books?
Hot, sexy, well-written, great characters, steamy. Hot,
sexy…wait I already said that.
Do
you prefer to extensively plot your stories, or do you write them as they come
to you?
I plot in my head from the concept, sometimes write ideas
down, but usually start writing at least the first two chapters and even
sometimes write the ending. I keep blank templates ready to use when the muse
strikes. I can be in the middle of writing one thing and go off on a tangent to
writing another. I don’t sleep much.
What
has been the defining moment in your career that made you think “Yes, I am now
a writer!”?
Aside from the first contract I received, followed by the
first sale, last year at a conference was probably a pivotal one. I had two
fans (also authors) look for me and went all “fan girl” on me. Literally
brought me to tears because I’d just been told that Apartment 18B wasn’t worthy
to be published. I wanted to give up, but they told me they were die-hard fans
and one of them was actually inspired as a reader to start writing their series
(their first writing). Well, that was enough for me to finish Apartment 18B and
make it better.
Now let's discover Gray Dixon's Apartment 18B...
Erotic Contemporary Romance/BDSM
The Park Avenue Trilogy, Book 1
Unlock
unimaginable pleasure…
Christopher Nash, a man of the world is disgustingly wealthy
and to some a notorious womanizer. His methods in sex and women are the same as
in his business dealings—execute a plan and always get what he wants. After
rescuing a sassy and gorgeous woman, something behind her eyes makes him want
to take care of her.
…and
surrender to him.
Brooklyn Jameson literally stumbles at the feet of a
mysterious man. Handing her an unusual business card offers the opportunity to
meet again. At the appointed time and place, he makes an offer she can’t
refuse. Life is about to change when she accepts the proposition—four weekends
unlocking her wildest fantasies of pleasure.
In the end, can Brooklyn trust Christopher and surrender to
every dark desire inside Apartment 18B or run away when he breaks her heart?
Excerpt:
He wanted sex, only. Could I handle
that?
Sex without strings attached, pure,
unadulterated, down and dirty sex. Men like Christopher Nash couldn’t give
more. They wanted the kind of sex no one could know about, behind closed doors
with no public displays of affection. Men in his position don’t go for girls
like me. They used us, and they certainly didn’t show us off.
I’d known that was a possibility when I
came here tonight. So why was I vacillating? I was a smart, liberated woman and
could deal with being used for one night, right?
Standing still at the window with his
back to me, I couldn’t help to admire his backside as much as the front. I
decided to stop overthinking the situation and wait and see what he’d do next.
Without facing me, he spoke in a deep
and rumbly voice. “Take off your dress, Miss Jameson.”
Stunned from his bluntness, I wasn’t
sure how to answer his command, and yes it was a command, not a nice, friendly
request. I came here tonight to see the famous Christopher Nash, not shy away
when he made a move on me. “What?” I finally eked out, giving him a bit of
indignation. “Excuse me? Who said I…I didn’t agree to…” I wasn’t sure my voice
came out the way I thought in my head. The words came out kind of squeaky.
I’d had masturbatory sessions late at
night dreaming about having sex with the man. My head told me to turn and walk
away because I wasn’t ready, but my body said something else. A few minutes
ago, I intended to leave, but that kiss. Damn!
It was hot and swayed my body to stay, not run. Now, I had no other choice than
to obey. Well, I did have a choice to say ‘No, thank you’ and leave, but I
wanted to experience what it was like to be in the company of such a wealthy,
powerful and handsome as all get out man. I wanted the fantasy, not deny it. My
arousal factor jumped a notch, and my body overruled my brain. I wasn’t sure
who I tried to convince—him or me. This was what I’d dreamed about, and I
argued with myself about telling him to shove it and leave or stay and have him
shove it—in me.
He glanced over his shoulder with
lust-filled eyes that didn’t leave mine. I found it hard to break the intense,
mesmerizing blue gaze. The decision was made. My body won.
“Because we both know you want to do as
I ask.” His rich, low murmur made parts of me tremble inside.
I lifted my chin to project more
confidence, but my words came out just the opposite. “I think you’ve
misunderstood my intentions coming here.”
“Since our first meeting on the street,
something was building between us. I want you, and you want me. Are you denying
it?”
“I-I mean you confuse me. I didn’t know
what to expect.”
“There’s no need for confusion. You can
trust me to take care of you, bring you pleasure beyond your wildest dreams. If
you agree to do as I say and see if you like how I can make you feel, then take
the next step.” He paused before using the same direct command as before.
“Remove your dress.”
In the back of my mind, I knew the
argument was sound. The attraction between us was profound. I had to be honest
with myself. I came tonight not to return the shoes. They were an excuse, the
out I needed in case I got in over my head. I came because I wanted to see what
sex with a man like him was like. A powerful man, an utterly irresistible man,
who with only a look turned me to mush. When he faced the window again, shivers
of anticipation coursed through me. I needed to shut my logical thoughts down
and go with my true intentions. My body knew what it wanted, I just had to
convince my brain.
Without a second of hesitation, I pulled
the zipper down, the plastic teeth moaned with each tug. I pushed the crepe
material over my shoulders, and then wiggled it down past my hips until the
small garment fell into a puddle around my ankles.
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Meet the Author:
Gray Dixon, the nom de
plume of erotica writer of hot, sexy stories for the adult crowd, loves
walks along the beach at sunset, a glass of wine over a romantic dinner and a
night of love. She also writes under the name Cynthia Arsuaga with her husband,
Mike.
On the serious side, she currently resides in Orlando,
Florida, the land of magic, surrounded by the treasured gems in her life, a
caring, loving husband, dutiful and loyal daughter, and precious, delightful
granddaughter. Oh and not to forget her mischievous Silky terrier, Fitzy.
Many things excite Gray—crafting, watching the History Channel, reality shows (not all,
but some), travel, and of course writing. She’s worked hard all her life in
many interesting fields and enjoyed all of them, but she finally found enough
time to relax and enjoy escaping into the worlds she creates through her stories.
She writes contemporary and paranormal erotica with BDSM elements, and hopes
readers will enjoy the tales she weaves.
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Thanks for having me today, Dawn!
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