Esquire's E-Ink Cover--veinglory
Esquire has hit the stands, and fortunately someone who go one of the few e-Ink covers has shared it (see below). I am even more underwhelmed than I expected. I suppose this might be impressive to people who still think digital watches are kind of neat, but it strikes me a pointless gimmick that dumps unrecyclable materials into our landfills. Now if it had blinked a few time and then shown a story, that might have primed a lot of people for e-reading. But Esquire seems focused--like an old dancing Dad--on looking hip and cool. Oh, and on pleasing their advertisers. Rather than 'the new century' this is just a new twist on hologram or three-D covers that were mildly entertaining for a few seconds, and never seen again.
NEW[Jan 1, expires Mar 4]Final Call for Hearts Afire submissions is now open!
What is it about Firemen that gets our mojo burning? ... Liquid Silver Books is
publishing a 12-book duet series throughout 2009. Each month we will publish a Fireman duet consisting of two novellas and two authors. This series is open to
any genre, but must have a firefighter as a central character, male or female. We will be accepting submissions in both our Liquid and Molten heat levels,
and each duet will be compiled of novellas within the same heat level. Submissions for this final call are open until March 2nd. The final decisions will be
announced March 16th. (Tina Burns, Publisher: Liquid Silver Books.)
[Nov 8] Openings for Experienced Romance Editors
Business is booming at Ellora's Cave. While NY is experiencing cutbacks and layoffs, we're looking to hire more book editors and copy editors.
Must be experienced in romance fiction editing, and comfortable with erotic content. Join us in pleasant, affordable Ohio - short commutes, inexpensive cost
of living, friendly and supportive office environment. We offer great benefits: medical/dental insurance (company pays 95% for employee, 75%
for family); company-paid life and disability insurance; 24 paid days off per year; IRA plan with company contribution; relocation assistance.
For more information, email employment [at] ellorascave.com, put "Editor - OH1" in Subject line. (Raelene Gorlinsky, Publisher: Ellora's Cave Publishing Inc.)
[Nov 8]Alphabet Erotica Postcard Book, designed by Scott Idleman
Spanning A through Z, this unique collection from Cleis Press's Alphabet Erotica series presents all the book covers in full-color
postcard format on high-quality glossy paper. Each sexy Vargas-inspired pin-up girl represents a different letter, seductively posed to highlight
the best these books and letters have to offer visually. These tigresses and temptresses offer a provocative gift for anyone who appreciates pin curls,
vintage lingerie, and the arch wink of a cheesecake model. [link]
[reviewed by veinglory here]
