Loose ID...your publisher for the virtual age.

 

Loose Id has come a long way in a very short time. They've made some amazing strides and conquered some incredible mountains for a new company that started off with a simple concept: to be the publisher for the virtual age. This is a partnership owned by Treva Harte, Karen Williams, Alisa McKnight and Doreen DeSalvo-four very different people each with very diverse personalities and skills that makes for one terrific team. Loose Id's mission is threefold: to offer exceptional cross-genre stories with diverse and engaging plotlines; to foster a vibrant, creative community; and to explore and capitalize on the interactive capabilities of the Internet and emerging technologies. They wanted a name that would be distinctive and intriguing, funny and smart, a name that suggested a story. A name like Loose Id. And they've succeeded in their mission. Loowis, their mascot, represents the spirit of Loose Id: hip, sexy and smart with a dash of mischief.

Loose Id offers a wide variety of books for the various needs, tastes and temperaments of readers. If you want sassy, sexy, sensitive, steamy, adventurous, dark and compelling, or just some light entertainment that is sure to take you on an adventurous ride with compelling characters and unforgettable plots then you can't go past a book from Loose Id…or so I've thought. Do you want to be challenged by a dark and sexy vampire, be swept away by a charismatic alpha or simply be taken to another dimension and have all your needs met by some fascinating shapeshifter? Or what about that gorgeous bad boy next door you've been dreaming about or that stranger who will take you to another dimension and ravish you before you're challenged to help him conquer some demons…or even some demon, who isn't what they appeared to be, and is your hero in disguise? Then you can't go wrong with a book by Loose Id who has such heroes and many more that make you want to run away with them.

Loose Id isn't afraid to encourage and challenge their writers to push the boundaries of their creativity, and this is reflected in their books. Their authors strive to bring a compelling story to enrich your reading time. And their growing list of innovative and creative authors bring many rich and exclusive stories to take you away for a short time to another place that lives in your imagination. They offer all sorts of books, from short Flings, to novellas and fuller length titles. The different genres at Loose Id are Action Adventure, Erotic Contemporary, Fantasy and Paranormal, Inspired by the 80's, Romantic Comedy, Romantic Suspense, Science Fiction and Futuristic, Time Travel, Vamps and Weres.

Do you crave action and adventure? Do you want to be swept away by some sexy and compelling agent? He or she may be someone who you believe in, want to see override evil, save the world...or simply see a trait that reminds you a little of yourself. Wouldn't it be cool to step into their shoes for a while and live vicariously in another time and place? Just look at their many tiles that have the added advantage of being cross-genre books and you have double or triple the fun. Take for example Deanna Lee's Still Waters: A Kyra Moray Mystery. This adventure book combines both futuristic suspense and an interracial plot, a to-die-for hero who satisfies our heroine Kyra in every sense of the word, and a bad-ass ultra-feminist heroine in this sleek, sexy thriller. Or if you want something more contemporary what about Melissa Schroeder's Bounty Hunters, Inc.: For Love or Honor? This story pits sassy bounty hunter Del Littleton with sexy government agent Dylan O'Farrell. Ms. Schroeder's imagination and sense of humor shine through; you can't go wrong with a book from this author. Or how about trying your hand, or mind, at Emily Veinglory's Dealing Straight? This recently released erotic western gives an intriguing insight of love between two strong and sensitive men.

If erotic contemporary is more your style then simply try some of their scorching hot reads from their large selection. There is Lyn Cash's Kinky Kruising: Mistress Mine or Marilyn Lee's A Thing Called Love. If romantic comedy is more your style 68 & Climbing by Kate Douglas might be just what you're looking for. Or how about Saskia Walker's Along for the Ride, an erotic contemporary ménage with elements of BDSM?

If fantasy and paranormal are more your cup of tea then there is a wealth of stories for you to choose from. There is the Dark Knights series by Shana Nichols a.k.a. Ann Jacobs, or Jet Mykles's dark and sexy Dark Elves 1 and 2. Y ou can also try Cyndi Friberg's Dream Warriors, or one of their latest acquisitions by author Cynnara Tregarth and her book Games Empaths Play and Jack's Back. Then there's the ever popular Sheri Gilmore with titles such as Maslow's Theory and Hot House: Dante & Hayley, Cyndi Friberg's Rebel Angels, Vonna Harper's Surrender's DanceInspired by the 80's is an innovative series that showcases some of our favorite songs from that era…if you're old enough to have lived through it or hear the tunes on the radio today. Author Pearl Jones brings back the J. Geils Band's song to print in Angel is a Centerfold which tells the sexy paranormal story of Angelina and Jim. Or how about the Police song that inspired Eve Vaughn with Every Breath You Take and Lacey Savage's Take on Me a huge hit by the Norwegian trio A-Ha? , Lacey Savage with I, Nefertiti, Kit Tunstall's Hunter's Prey, Alyssa Brooks's Spell of Love: Dragon's Desire follows on from her previous book in the series Spell of Love: Lust Upon Roses where Bryhan and Jay are brought together under challenging times, and too many other authors and titles to name. You will have to visit their site and check out all the wonderful books.

Inspired by the 80's is an innovative series that showcases some of our favorite songs from that era…if you're old enough to have lived through it or hear the tunes on the radio today. Author Pearl Jones brings back the J. Geils Band's song to print in Angel is a Centerfold which tells the sexy paranormal story of Angelina and Jim. Or how about the Police song that inspired Eve Vaughn with Every Breath You Take and Lacey Savage's Take on Me, a huge hit by the Norwegian trio A-Ha?

Loose Id also has a wide variety of Romantic Comedy titles. There are Samantha Winston's short but unforgettable Ice Man, Sedonia Guillone's Taming Kate, with elements of BDSM in a contemporary Western setting and a modern day twist of The Taming of the Shrew - told in a sensitive manner that will tease your senses and give hours of reading enjoyment. Why Me? by Treva Harte has elements of both romantic suspense and romantic comedy with a paranormal twist.

Romantic Suspense with an erotic twist is a sure fire winner any time, especially with the huge popularity these books are enjoying. Sheri Gilmore has released some very dark and sexy books in this genre like Maslow's Needs which has gothic/vampire and BDSM elements that are a winner with readers. Liz Andrews and Lena Matthews's Redemption series is also another favorite, especially when you combine a bad-boy hero with a feisty leading lady. Aubrey Ross is another of the Loose Id authors who has penned some memorable stories, among them Velvet Shadows. Continuing the electrifying suspense tale begun in Dance with the Devil we are introduced to celebrated fashion photographer Velvet Arceneaux and Trevor Sutton.

You can't go past a book by Jules Jones and Alex Woolgrave and their collaborative efforts with the Syndicate series of books if you're interested in science fiction and futuristic erotic romance that's laced with humor. These are amongst the most popular sci-fi books with both male and female readers representing the genre at its best. Jules Jones's Buildup: Mindscan or any of her other titles are a must read with a distinct writing style and original characters. MaryJanice Davidson's Beggarman, Thief is another recommended read in this genre. Ms. Davidson is enjoying success and recognition with both print and e-publishers and her books can't be overlooked. Another talented author is Doreen DeSalvo who has The Prendarian Chronicles being released soon through print; this edition includes her books For the Love of Rigah and For the Heart of Daria. Ms. DeSalvo's portrayal of her lead characters will leave you wanting more. One other rising star is Morgan Hawke, among her many titles of which Interstellar Service & Discipline: Victorious Star shines through. Victoria Stark and her two delicious men, Captain Ravnos and Seht, are simply irresistible in this sci-fi BDSM/fetish that isn't afraid to push the envelope. Stephanie Burke is a longtime favorite amongst readers. Her famous leading man He-o in Liger is amongst her ever-expanding list of wonderful stories. There is also Barbara Karmazin's On the Edge of Time and Victoria Michael, a.k.a. Angela Knight, with her story Stranded. This is a fantastic tale about Alex and Hawke, two memorable characters in this sizzling and steamy futuristic story, with fetish and BDSM elements that make it an award winning read.

Time Travel stories have always been enjoyed by romance readers. When you throw in an erotic mix the story can remain in your memory for an extensive time. Such are some of the stories sold through Loose Id. There is Michele Chambers' Timewalkers series, Samantha Winston's Time Tracker which follows on from Ice Man that are a must read, Treva Harte's The Seduction of Sean Nolan and Sable Grey's Christy's Ghost about two very different women.

And if you're searching for something a little different you can't past those stories on vamps and weres. Who better than Eve Vaughn's Blood Brothers: GianMarco's Muse in this multi-cultural vampire story with the super-sexy private detective GianMarco Grimaldi and the wonderful Maggie Williams, or Rachel Bo's Wolf-Bound: Beasts in the Labyrinth from her Wolf-Bound series? And if you like some intrigue, a multicultural relationship and steamy sex thrown in why not try Jeigh Lynn's A Lover's Moon from her Moon series of which Latin Moon was the first in the series, and Camille Anthony's Werewulf Journals: Fortryan's Forbidden Fling. And if you like big bad wolfs as your hero you can't go past Lucynda Storey's Reynardine set in Ireland. Put up y our feet and become acquainted with Agnis Fitzgerald and Reynardine O'Brien where sex and superstition combine to make an explosive impact on these two lovers...and your reading enjoyment.

No matter the story, the author, or the genre, Loose Id has the book you're looking for. And if they don't, why not try something new? It could be an author you've wanted to read who has piqued your curiosity with her story. I know I've discovered authors doing this very thing. Good luck in your reading and the many hours of enjoyment it brings.

I'd like to thank both the management team at Loose Id for working with us and allowing JERR a look into their innovative company that has gone from strength to strength in the time they've been operating. Their time, generosity, spirit and support are immensely appreciated by the team at JERR. We hope to see Loose Id flourish and be recognized for all their hard won efforts in their contribution both to the publishing arena and their service to their authors and the reader public. JERR wishes Loose Id the very best and we hope to see them become a flourishing success story.

© Aggie Tsirikas - August 14, 2005 Issue of the Just Erotic Romance Review Newsletter

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