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About Mel Gough
Born in Germany, exploring other realities has been Mel's siren call since she was young. Books opened up a plethora of worlds, and soon gave her a strong love of the English language. After an MA in Anthropology, field work in the middle of nowhere seemed like one adventure too far, so Mel settled in London, which, to misquote Dr. Johnson, she will never tire of.
Mel loves to bend genres - her romances are gritty and dark, and sometimes there's a dead body. She's been told that her prose is beautiful yet disturbingly real. She's curious about bygone times, and hopes to speculate about the future in one of her next books.
She was once asked "How to tell you're in a Mel Gough novel"
- You were either sick or in an accident, or you're caring for someone who was
- You're bisexual (or your partner is)
- Your partner has unusual eyes (probably grey)
- Life sucks a lot, but then you meet someone, and things get better
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Blog postThis week, I ran a Kindle Free Promotion and it might be useful for other writers to read about my experience.
There are some very specific factors that helped make this promotion a success, so if you want to emulate what I did, do keep that in mind. Ymmv.
What’s a Free Promotion?
First, a few words on terminology. A Free Promotion is a promotional tool available to you when you enrol your book in KDP Select on Amazon. It allows you to run price promotions. You c2 years ago Read more -
Blog postI’ve been sorely neglecting the blog, but I wanted to mark the occasion and let you know about the release of Book 2 in the Loving Again series. In Book 1, we meet Ben and Donnie as they find love under difficult circumstance. Book 2 follows them as they start building their new life.
I wrote an additional chapter in-between the first two books as a treat for my readers.
Here are the blog tour dates:
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Blog postIt’s happening right now – my release tour for my new book! We still have more than a week to go. Here are the dates:
There are interviews, blog posts, and giveaways. You can also read the fist chapter now.
People are probably most interested in the giveaways, so here are the links to those directly:
Rafflecopter Giveaway for a chance to win:
1x He is Mine ebook
1x signed paperback copy of A World Apart
Enter here!
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Blog postI’m so excited to welcome Asta Idonea on my very first blog Q&A. Thank you so much for being my guinea pig, this is a huge honour! Let’s jump right in!
Tell us about your latest work. What inspired the story?
Beastly Businessmen and Guitar Gods is a collection of six loosely interconnected MM contemporary romances. Each is based on a fairytale or myth, but there are no magical/fantasy elements in these retellings. The book was briefly published before, but that publisher s2 years ago Read more -
Blog postThanks to the heat wave all I feel like is starfishing in my unmentionables and listening to music. And it occurred to me that it would be kinda neat to have a playlist before I start outlining my next project.
Now, when you’ve gotten over the shock of that mental image, let’s play a game. What do you think is the topic/genre for my next book?
Bryan Addams – Summer of ’69 Hollywood Vampires – My Dead Drunk Friends Kaiser Chiefs – Ruby R.E.M. – Man On The Moon Soul Asylum – Runaway3 years ago Read more -
Blog postWriters are always told to maintain an active blog. We’re supposed to write about our books and projects, but also about things outside of writing, to show our readers something about our lives.
I’ve been struggling with this last bit. I work, I write (and promote my books) and I read. I can write about writing easily and enthusiastically, and I guess I could write about my day job too, but while it’s a job I enjoy, it’s not very interesting to outsiders. I mean, we all sit in an offi3 years ago Read more -
Blog postNo, I haven’t, because I’m a doofus! My little short story, over which I laboured for a long time, found a very loving and perfect home with Fluky Fiction in The Muse and The Flame: A Collection of Bizarre Romance, which came out last week! The anthology is really unusual, the love stories are about monsters, cannibals, and death. But I promise, it’s a great read! (I also really love the cover.)
Matt Doyle also had me over on his blog for an interview about the anthology, in whic3 years ago Read more -
Blog postBack in August I wrote a post about how to get your foot onto the published author ladder. I had just successfully chaired my first ever Nine Worlds panel, and my book had not yet come out. Now I feel it’s time to share more things with you that I’ve learned and trialed since then.
My book is out, and I’m very pleased with how the launch went, and how it has been received. Since August, I have learned an awful lot about how to market your book. The guide, I sold my book, now what? is3 years ago Read more -
Blog postNow that my debut novel has been out a couple of weeks and the reviews are coming in, I had the urge to write a little bit about how the book’s reception has affected my thinking of the story.
First of all, thank you so much to everyone who has written an honest review! I can’t stress this enough, I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has taken time out of their busy lives to share their thoughts.
Secondly, I’m not trying to justify or even clarify anything with this blog post.3 years ago Read more -
Blog postThis weekend I attended the Nine Worlds Convention in London and got to chair a panel, From Fanfic to Book Contract and Beyond. While this is a terrifying prospect for an introvert, I think it went rather well. Many thanks to all attendees, and to the organisers to make this happen!
During the panel, I mentioned a document I pulled together. In it, I list (and ramble about) all the resources I’ve been using in the last few years to help launch my writing career. If you’re looking to d3 years ago Read more
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England, 1910 – Ted has a good situation as first footman at Montague Hall, the splendid Gloucestershire manor of the 6th Earl of Carran. But he has just made a mistake so serious it could cost him his position, and even land him in prison if the authorities found out.
As valet to the 9th Duke of Argyll, Richard’s London life is glamorous. But when he has his heart broken, he longs to get as far away from the city as possible. The pace at Montague Hall might be sedate, but its tranquillity is like a salve to his shattered soul. And unforeseen diversions are to be found even here. Like handsome, despondent first footmen.
The last thing Ted needs is a new temptation. But his Lordship’s new valet isn’t just gorgeous. Richard is also brave and kind – and he wants to make Ted happy, something Ted never dreamt would come to pass.
Trusting again is hard, and in a world that reviles their love happiness is hard-won. Can they hope to carve out a contented life against all odds?
**This is a MM romance hurt/comfort trilogy. Content warning for physical illnesses and cheating.** This box set includes an additional chapter and a short story.
Can the cop and the redneck conquer each other's demons?
A World Apart
Ben’s life appears perfect. He has a career to shine in and a beautiful family. But his marriage is over, and being a small-town cop is turning into a dead-end job.
Hot-headed troublemaker Donnie is used to being side-eyed by the fuzz. Getting dragged into the station for a crime he didn’t commit is no big surprise – but a cop who gives a damn sure is.
Ben has no clue how much a second encounter with the secretive redneck will shake up his life. Donnie’s sullen vulnerability arouses a passion Ben hasn’t felt for a long time. Soon, nothing matters but helping Donnie fight his demons. Can they carve a new life together out of the ashes?
A New Life
New apartment, new job, new love – Ben and Donnie’s life in Atlanta is more than they ever dared to hope for. And when Zac, a baby in need of a home, comes to live with them, their family is complete.
But caring for a little one is hard work, and Donnie’s fragile health soon suffers. And then certain criminal elements from Donnie’s past turn up again. Ben and Donnie are determined to preserve their little piece of heaven, but the destructive forces are hell-bent to pull their happiness to pieces.
Can the two men prevail, or will they lose their baby son, and everything they’ve fought for?
A Broken Promise
Ben and Donnie are happier than they've ever been. Zac's adoption went off without a hitch, their new home is tranquil and the perfect place to build their future.
But Donnie can never catch a break. An old affliction flares up again and as a result his physical condition is more precarious than ever. Helen is nervous about the environment to which Ben subjects their daughter, and Ben struggles to keep everything ticking over.
Then he meets Paul, an enigmatic, handsome journalist who is more than a little interested in Ben. In equal measures flattered and disturbed by the attention, Ben finds himself on the brink of a decision that might shatter the happiness he's worked so hard to achieve.
Ben’s life appears perfect. He has a career to shine in and a beautiful family. But his marriage is over, and being a small-town cop is turning into a dead-end job.
Hot-headed troublemaker Donnie is used to being side-eyed by the fuzz. Getting dragged into the station for a crime he didn’t commit is no big surprise – but a cop who gives a damn sure is.
Ben has no clue how much a second encounter with the secretive redneck will shake up his life. Donnie’s sullen vulnerability arouses a passion Ben hasn’t felt for a long time. Soon, nothing matters but helping Donnie fight his demons. Can they carve a new life together out of the ashes?
Desperate to forget his sorrows for a while, Pete seeks refuge in a Soho bar where he is approached by a sexy, funny, and clearly interested stranger. Photographer Liam Jackson is just the ticket for one oblivious night of perfect passion.
However, their attraction proves too intense for a one-night-stand. To his surprise, Pete finds that he’s game for something more – but his baggage soon gets in the way. Then Liam’s own dangerous secrets claw their way to the surface, and threaten to derail the budding romance.
Is their growing bond strong enough to weather the violent storms ahead?
A murder. Three gorgeous men. One choice – Do your job, or follow your heart?
On the eve of the Thistle Hearts reunion tour, the rock band’s manager is found murdered. When Special Agent Carrie McDonald arrives to assist with the investigation, the band has mixed emotions about the involvement of the FBI. Fifteen years after their heyday, Jay, Lou and Corey have everything riding on a successful comeback, and their manager’s violent death has thrown them into turmoil. The last thing they need is the wrong kind of press.
As Carrie delves into the case, the band’s complex history of desire and tragedy emerges. Their shared passion intrigues and excites her, and gradually, the men open up and draw her into their ménage.
But a killer is on the loose, and he’s not yet done with Thistle Hearts.
Can Carrie prevent another brutal crime and protect the men who offer her a future beyond her wildest dreams?
A Reverse Harem novel with MM, MMM, MF and MMFM scenes.
New apartment, new job, new love – Ben and Donnie’s life in Atlanta is more than they ever dared to hope for. And when Zac, a baby in need of a home, comes to live with them, their family is complete.
But caring for a little one is hard work, and Donnie’s fragile health soon suffers. And then certain criminal elements from Donnie’s past turn up again. Ben and Donnie are determined to preserve their little piece of heaven, but the destructive forces are hell-bent to pull their happiness to pieces.
Can the two men prevail, or will they lose their baby son, and everything they’ve fought for?
But Donnie can never catch a break. An old affliction flares up again and as a result his physical condition is more precarious than ever. Helen is nervous about the environment to which Ben subjects their daughter, and Ben struggles to keep everything ticking over.
Then he meets Paul, an enigmatic, handsome journalist who is more than a little interested in Ben. In equal measures flattered and disturbed by the attention, Ben finds himself on the brink of a decision that might shatter the happiness he's worked so hard to achieve.
Liberia, 2003 - The civil war is closing in on the hospital where aid worker Finn and his colleagues are continuing to give people the best care they can. One day, Carter Abbott arrives, on a diplomatic mission he can't talk about. While he waits for his assignment to start, Carter pitches in at the hospital, and Liam can't help being drawn to this gorgeous man and his kind spirit. But between a war, and a dangerous diplomatic mission, love can quickly become an unachievable goal.
*Shortlisted for the 2019 Selfies Awards*
This time, she's not after him. She's after his boyfriend.
NYPD detective Brad Moretti’s life is in tatters. A relationship destroyed by his boyfriend’s bipolar disorder has left him feeling guilty, inadequate and emotionally scarred.
Vivienne Aubert seems to have it all – a Hollywood career, supermodel looks, and a director husband about to make it big. And yet, a one-night-stand with rising superstar Damien Thomas makes Viv wonder if she hasn’t settled for second-best. Used to getting her way, she embarks on a ruthless quest to make Damien hers.
Unaware of Viv’s fatal attraction, Damien returns to New York, where a chance encounter with Brad sparks a prompt and rapidly growing affinity between the two men – which Viv is determined to terminate.
Can Brad head off her delusional desires before she destroys his newfound happiness, or will he fail to protect yet another lover?