October 30, 2007

What’s Forbidden? Just About Everything.

Written by Jenna Petersen in News, Our Books

It’s been a busy little month for me. And now it’s all culminating in my second release in 30 days. Today, EVERYTHING FORBIDDEN hits shelves.

There are a lot of things that excite me about this book. I really love my hero and heroine, Ethan Hamon and Miranda Albright. I liked creating an innocent heroine, who also had some kind of handle on her own desire. A woman who sacrifices something for her family, but refuses to be a martyr. And then there is Ethan. He’s one of the hottest heroes I’ve ever written, I think. I mean, he’s steamy. LOL He really likes sex, but when it comes to Miranda, he’s lost.

But I think the thing that excited me most about EF is that it’s my first full-length erotic romance. I’ve been writing erotic romance since 2003, when I wrote my first novella, “Ancient Pleasures”. But I’ve always felt like the shorter novellas and short stories fit my voice best. But when Avon asked for a couple of full-length books, I took the challenge.

Now I just hope you like it.

So have you ever wanted something that was forbidden? Did you get it? Someone who posts a comment today will win a book from my Jess Michaels backlist (SECRETS 11, SECRETS 12 or PARLOR GAMES, your choice).

And scroll down to see the winner of Shana’s contest.

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25 Responses to “What’s Forbidden? Just About Everything.”

On October 30th, 2007 at 5:29 am
Taryn Raye Says:

Wanted something forbidden? Yes
Did I get it? No
On October 30th, 2007 at 5:54 am
Shana Says:

Happy release day, Jess/Jenna!
On October 30th, 2007 at 6:53 am
Stacy S Says:

Have I ever wanted something forbidden? Yep. Did I always get it? Sometimes. I read the excerpt yesterday, it was great. Congrats on the release!
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:14 am
brownone Says:

Congrats Jenna…I’m running out to town today to pick this one up (my poor hubby)!
As for wanting something forbidden…I don’t think I have! I’m a pretty practical type of person and very easy to please!
On October 30th, 2007 at 8:17 am
Jenna Petersen Says:

I’m going to be traveling today (I’m about to lose my $10/day internet at the hotel), so I won’t be able to respond much today… but I’ll look at everything and respond when I get home late tonight! And I’ll choose a winner and post it tomorrow (so be sure to scroll down from tomorrow’s blog to see).
On October 30th, 2007 at 8:41 am
Kathryn Says:

Who hasn’t wanted something forbidden? From a bowl full of Humpty Dumpty BBQ chips while on a diet to the very expensive Joan and David boots while on a budget to the hunky guy who must remain eye candy… The great thing is that some things morph into rewards and are therefore no longer forbidden!
On October 30th, 2007 at 8:43 am
Jenna Petersen Says:

Very good point, Kathryn!!

From Jenna, who bought a pair of very cute shoes this weekend that might have been considered forbidden… but I turned in revisions on my July book. So they will now be called REWARD!!!!
On October 30th, 2007 at 9:09 am
AndreaW Says:

I think we’ve all wanted something a little forbidden. Even if it’s something as small as chocolate, though for some people chocolate is BIG.

Congrats on the new release, Jess/Jenna!! Can’t wait to pick it up and dive in!!
On October 30th, 2007 at 12:17 pm
Stefanie D Says:

Congrats on the new release Jenna!!
Oh yes, I’ve wanted some forbidden things.
And no, I haven’t always gotten them.
On October 30th, 2007 at 1:36 pm
Teresa W. Says:

Good luck on your release and did I ever want anything that was forbidden, yes did I get it I can’t let the cat out of the bag on that one!
On October 30th, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Helen Says:

I am sure we all crave something forbidden at times but whether we get it or not is another matter but I am sure we all dream about the forbidden things. Everything Forbidden is a fantastic book so sensual and hot I loved it. It was my first erotic romance and I will defiantly be reading more. Congrats Jenna
Have Fun
Helen
On October 30th, 2007 at 2:46 pm
Anne Mallory Says:

Happy release day, Jess! And wanting something forbidden? Of course!
On October 30th, 2007 at 3:44 pm
ladydawgfan Says:

I have absolutely wanted something forbidden!! He was about 6′3″, brown hair, blue eyes you could drown in, muscles . . . . no, I didn’t get him. He was already spoken for, dang it!!
On October 30th, 2007 at 5:34 pm
Cherie J Says:

Haven’t we all. Just being on a diet makes anything that tastes good forbidden, Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately for my waisteline I don’t always get it.
On October 30th, 2007 at 5:43 pm
kimh Says:

heck yes just up to a guy and kiss him lol
On October 30th, 2007 at 5:52 pm
Kimmy L Says:

Congrats on your release. Can’t wait to read it.
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
Sue A. Says:

Have I ever wanted something forbidden? Yes! But, I never went for it, so no I didn’t get it.
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:11 pm
Buffie Says:

What something forbidden??? Heck yeah!!! Of course, I’m human

Congrats on the release Jenna!! It’s a great book, and yes Ethan is pretty darn hot
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:11 pm
Nathalie Says:

I don’t think I have wanted something forbidden… I am a too tame girl!
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:14 pm
Lily Says:

I have had some cravings… forbidden!! I am not really sure
On October 30th, 2007 at 7:57 pm
Maureen Says:

Congrats on your new release. I forbid myself sweets all the time and then allow myself to have them.
On October 30th, 2007 at 9:28 pm
Lila Says:

Thanks for the contest!
On October 30th, 2007 at 10:35 pm
Jenna Petersen Says:

Hey everyone! I’m home! I’ll pick a winner when I get up tomorrow, so look for that! I appreciate all the very nice comments! I’m so glad those of you who got a sneak peek at EF liked it and I hope the rest of you love it, too!!!

JennaP, the very tired.
On October 31st, 2007 at 1:37 am
Kat Says:

I’ve heard great things about Everything Forbidden. Sadly, my bookstore didn’t have it in yet

As for wanting someting forbidden? Definitely.

Getting it? Not so much.

Kat
On October 31st, 2007 at 1:50 am
Linda Says:

Congrats on the release, I can’t wait to get EF !

Want something forbidden, absolutely. Get it not so much

October 30, 2007

What’s Forbidden? Just About Everything.

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