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About Ashlee Shades
Ashlee Shades is a Contemporary Romance author who enjoys writing sensual and hot romance stories featuring alpha bad boys, independent heroines, and sometimes, she sneaks in sweet moments between the leading characters.
Ashlee enjoys spending her days either reading when she's not writing...or hanging out on social media (as much as her husband and two teenage boys will allow). What an addiction, right?! Her reading and writing genre of choice is steamy romance.
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Blog postPromises. We all make them. We promise our parents, bosses, significant others, and even our children. We make promises to almost everyone in life. And we all know, when you make a promise, you should do all you can to keep that promise.
Then, we set goals for ourselves. We have a weight goal, a reading goal, a workout goal, a travel goal. We set goals and work toward them. But if we don't reach them, we brush it off as 'okay.' It is okay that you don't reach your goal, as long as y2 years ago Read more -
Blog postI have been doing a lot of thinking during my FB enforced hiatus from Facebook. And what I have realized is just how much time we (the human race) spends trying to give the impression our lives are perfect, sharing every little thing (drama, joy, etc.), and otherwise posting to social media. We give our social media presence so much priority over the relationships we have in real life. We struggle to create this persona that, for many (not all) is what we want to be rather than who we tr3 years ago Read more
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Blog postHave you ever been wronged? Oh, silly me. Of course you have! We all have, right? I mean, how many of us have had a bf/gf break up with us for our "best friend", or, better yet, cheat on us? I know I have. (I was called a prude in high school... pfft.)
But, how quickly did you forgive the person? Did it take a long time? Did the wrong fester to the point you were beyond the ability to forgive and on the brink of wanting to seek revenge? I mean, let's face it, we have3 years ago Read more -
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Blog postThere are many experiences in life when we experience an 'ah-ha' moment. For some, it is after a breakup. For others, it could be after reading a book, watching a movie, during a dream. For me, one of those moments occurred today while on the way to the doctor for my youngest son.
The doctor's office is about twenty minutes away from our house, so I had a decent drive. And since my son wasn't feeling well, he fell asleep on the way and I was stuck with my own company. Sometimes, tha4 years ago Read more -
Blog postWe have all heard the famous breakup line, "It's not you, it's me."
And, if we have heard it (or been the one to say it), we know to roll our eyes at the lie. It IS you.
Whether it's the fact you no longer fit into the world the person is building, or you just don't qualify for the "job" - whatever the reason, it IS you. But there is nothing wrong with you.
Yes, it hurts when you hear those words. You instantly know they are a lie.4 years ago Read more -
Blog postI am sure you have heard that our group, The Nu Romantics, is a year old now. And boy, what a year it has been!
It wasn't until the planning of the one year celebration that I realized where we started and how far we have come, as individuals and as a group. Day-to-day, I didn't realize all our group does, but upon reflection, I realized we do a LOT!
To give you an idea, here are some of our features:
Share Anything Sunday
Kinky Korner
NuRCinephilia <4 years ago Read more -
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Blog postWhen I was younger, and even now, women and men did their best to hide their flaws. They wear makeup, tan, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants in warm seasons, and dye their hair to hide the natural fading color as they age.
Women and men apply lotions and creams to prevent wrinkles, looking for another way to hold on to their youth. And scars? Well, those could "fade" with the right serum, right?
And those are only the physical. How about the emotional or mental4 years ago Read more -
Blog postAh. That word: confidence.
It embodies so many things and carries a load of emotions for me. And I know it does for so many others.
But, it is not a characteristic that is easy to come by. It is not something many are born with. And why?
Why do so many people lack that confidence, or self -esteem?
I am someone who suffers from a lack of it. Yeah. I know. I have heard it before, believe me.
But, I still can’t help it. And I know4 years ago Read more -
Blog postFor those who know me, you know how much I love music and dancing. I love a variety of genres - anything that gets me on my feet and moving. From the time I was a little girl, music has always spoken to me. And I believe one way to express my feelings and the way music touches me is through dancing. It is one of the reasons I loved being a cheerleader when I was in middle school and high school.
But, dancing wasn't always something I have been able to do, which is why I cherish the4 years ago Read more -
Blog postReviews.
Ah, yes. The dreaded, loved, anticipated, confusing review.
You’ve noticed them all over Amazon and other major book retailers. You have seen authors asking, begging, you for them. You have read raving reviews and some not so flattering ones.
But you probably don’t fully understand the importance of them. Right? I mean, it’s only a review.
What’s the big deal?
Well, that word ‘only’ doesn’t fit. Becaus4 years ago Read more -
Blog postAs you probably know, Ashlee Shades is a pen name for my work.
But behind the name is a very real person – a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. I have goals and dreams. I have emotions and feel deeply. And one of those things I feel deeply about it the awareness of Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
Why do I feel so much for this cause, you ask? Because my youngest son has been living with it since he was young, and diagnosed when he was al4 years ago Read more -
Blog postWhen you look at the picture to the left, what do you see?
Do you see the white froth of the waves as they crash into the sandy beach?
Do you see the beautiful color in the sky as the sun's light graces it?
Do you see the vivid blue-green color of the ocean, the waves rippling toward the land?
Do you see the light brown color of the sand on the beach lying in wait for the water to make contact?
You probably notice all of those thi4 years ago Read more -
Blog postThe world is filled with people who talk before thinking or act without thought of consequence.
There are people who honestly, truly believe they are better than others. They accept all praise as if it were their due, commanding it with their actions. They boast of how intelligent they are. They take every chance they get to inform the rest of us lowly people how much better than us they are. They condemn the "dummies" for their lack of perceived intelligence and find humo4 years ago Read more -
Blog postTurning on the radio, TV, computer, whatever it is you listen to or watch, you really cannot do so without hearing about the Presidential Election for the US. And along with the election, we are hearing the nasty, awful things they say about one another or things they have said or done in the past. They really have gotten out of hand throughout the entire campaign season. From bringing up family members to all out name-calling, this election truly does lack professionalism and integrity.
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Blog postI have been writing and publishing for just over two years. It wasn't until last summer that my writing "took off". By took off I mean I actually began to see sales or page reads on my Kindle Unlimited books. Now, I am not one of those authors who measures their success by the money they make.
No. I measure my success by how many people I can impact or connect with. Let me explain...
When I was a teenager I was in a relationship that was not healthy. The man I4 years ago Read more
Titles By Ashlee Shades
This is the complete collection of the Submission Series.
Samantha accepts the invitation and surrenders herself to the Teacher, the one who takes her to new heights of passion and pleasure. But, it's not all rainbows and butterflies when the lessons end and she has to walk away. No. Samantha finds herself falling for her mysterious man one lesson at a time.
But she's not the only one falling. And when the lessons end and real life takes over, heartbreak follows. Will Samantha and her Teacher find their way back to one another? Can he overcome his painful past and learn to open his heart one more time?
Will the lessons taught and learned be strong enough to bring them back together and teach each of them what it means to fully surrender?
*This book contains all three novellas in the Submission Series: Blind Sensations, Blind Seductions, and Blind Surrender.*
Charlie, a journalist for a popular magazine. is sent on an undercover assignment to Dublin, Ireland. Her goal? To dig up as much dirt on the O'Sullivan family as she could, and reveal all their secrets.
Liam is a shy gentleman who dedicates his time to a local library in Dublin. When he meets Charlie, and notices she is somewhat lost when it comes to where to go and what to see, he volunteers to be her personal tour guide. He shows her all the major haunts and answers her questions about the locals. Even the O'Sullivans, who he knows personally.
As they spend time touring Dublin, eating at favorite hidden restaurants, photographing beautiful scenery, and visiting the most popular library in Ireland, they form a bond. So much so that Charlie doesn't want to return home.
And Liam doesn't want her to go.
But how can they turn this friendship into something more when there is an ocean dividing them?
As children, Isabelle and Danny were inseparable... after a bumpy start, of course. Throughout the years, their friendship grew into something more... something deeper. They made plans. They made a deal. They created a bucket list to complete together. But one night, Danny breaks that promise and Isabelle's heart in the process.
Years later, Isabelle is a successful lawyer with her own practice. After much convincing on her mother's part, Isabelle takes a planned trip to reconnect with her younger self. To find herself again.
To find her peace again.
And, perhaps, to find love.
But, as they always say, to appreciate the end, you have to go back to the beginning.
What begins as a battle of wills soon turns into a struggle of emotions as Cassandra finds herself falling in love with the Duke. Will she make it back or choose to stay with the man she has come to love?
An entreaty from a frightened little girl.
A heartfelt petition from a woman, whose greatest desire is to have children.
Two Christmas prayers, as different as they are the same.
Will they hear and, more importantly, heed the answer?
Gabriel: A business meeting followed by an evening at a charity gala. Not how I would choose to spend my evening. However, when I see a young woman walk on stage, I know she would be perfect... for my brother. Besides, the money goes to a good cause.
It's all for fun... in the name of charity. Nothing could go wrong.
But as we all know, sometimes plans change and love has its own agenda.
Jasper wasn't the only one who had been attracted to Lily, the beautiful young flight attendant who worked on his crew. His co aviator was infatuated with her as well. After a long flight, and a few drinks, Jasper turned his lust for her into a hot and steamy affair, taking advantage of her infatuation with aviators. She was his every fantasy come to life and he could never get enough of her. He craved her. He desired her. He needed her like he needed no other woman.
They were living the dream across the world and in the skies.
The only problem is: They are married (to each other). Well, it is not really much of a problem except for the fact that they do not want anyone to know about it, especially his fellow aviators and her fellow flight attendants, not yet. So they keep their trysts a secret from the crew, but one person (his co aviator)catches them.
What is their reaction? Do they get to keep their marriage a secret, and allow their role playing to spice up their marriage with passionate pleasures, or are they ratted out?
Jasper: I'm not the family man type. Don't get me wrong, family is important. But, so is making a name for myself and, well, there are just too many women for me to sample for me to tie myself down.
Timing is everything, they say. And when one thing slips through your grasp, that should be a sign, right? But, what if fate steps in and gives you a second chance? Would you take it?
You make time for what is important. Even love.
They say revenge is a dish best served cold, but they never warn you that you should make sure you are serving the correct dish to the right person.
*This story was originally featured in the 'What Lies Beyond the Shadows' Halloween 2018 anthology that was published for a limited time. It has been re-edited prior to releasing as a solo short story.*
Master Andrews: Powerful, handsome, in-charge at all times. No woman touches him.
Tabitha falls in lust with Master Andrews in just one look and devises a plan to make him hers. After receiving a lower than expected score on an entrance test for employment in his club, Tabitha uses every trick at her disposal to make him fall under her spell and give her a better score. There is a position in his club she desires, and she is determined to get it.
What she didn't plan on was Master Andrews being just as stubborn, in charge and in control as she is.
Master Andrews lets her play her little games when she meets him in his office, but he quickly puts her in her place. She is beautiful, yes, but she knows it. And she flaunts it. That is a behavior that will not be accepted in his club... if she gets in. Club Darker is an elite club that provides anonymity to its clients while catering to their darkest desires, and he only allows the best of the best to work and perform there. Ms. Shaw and her independence/stubbornness are a challenge and one he will gladly rise to. He hasn't met a woman yet that he can't train, and she will not be the first.
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