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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · last month

The Last Lady of Lună A queer ‘why choose’ vampire romance about growing up, growing together, and fucking over your enemies. Natalia was a child when humans destroyed her clan. She's grown now and ready to fight back -- but first she needs to recruit some help. A hot team of human mercenaries specializing in security is looking for their next job, and they're exactly what she needs…

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The Last Lady of Lună

I am the last of my line. My enemies are hunting me. And my mates don't believe in vampires.

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@mariyadelano@hachyderm.io · last month

I bought my first fountain pen today!

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A photo of a fountain pen box that reads Nahvalur Dracula - shaped like a coffin with an image of vampire teeth on it.

Photo of a fountain pen in my hand - the pen is made from solid titanium, with two cutouts in the shape of two vampire fangs with blood dripping down.

A photo of the pen inside its coffin shaped case that’s red and velvety on the inside

A photo of me, a white brown-haired woman sitting at a coffee table writing with my vampire-themed fountain pen while wearing a Dracula-style cape and vampire fangs.

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · last month

Currently 25% off on Smashwords
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1828648

Also available on
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Smashwords

The Last Lady of Lună

I am the last of my line. My enemies are hunting me. And my mates don't believe in vampires.

Available now at your favorite digital store!

#WhyChoose #Romance #Books #Vampires

@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · last month

The Last Lady of Lună

I am the last of my line. My enemies are hunting me. And my mates don't believe in vampires.

The Last Lady of Lună is a slow burn paranormal romance and the first in a series about Natalia of the Lună vampires, her five mates, and the future they will build together.

Currently 25% off on Smashttps://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1828648hwords

Also available on
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Available now at your favorite digital store!

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@floofpaldi@mindly.social · last month

#WordWeavers 12.6 — What kind of food does your antagonist prefer?

The kind that runs or begs for mercy. You could call it "fast food," if you like.

(For context, he's a vampire. In fact, both of the antagonists are.)

Mariya Delano

@mariyadelano@hachyderm.io · last month

I bought my first fountain pen today!

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@floofpaldi@mindly.social · last month

#WordWeavers 12.6 — What kind of food does your antagonist prefer?

The kind that runs or begs for mercy. You could call it "fast food," if you like.

(For context, he's a vampire. In fact, both of the antagonists are.)

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

The Last Lady of Lună

I am the last of my line. My enemies are hunting me. And my mates don't believe in vampires.

The Last Lady of Lună is a slow burn paranormal romance and the first in a series about Natalia of the Lună vampires, her five mates, and the future they will build together.

Now available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Available now at your favorite digital store!

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

If anyone finds out what Nick and Daniel get up to in their spare time, there will be hell to pay.

Dracula and the Wolfman? is the fifth book in the Whips & Fangs Singles series. Available now for preorder.

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1KW4BJR
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On the left, black text on pale yellow, “A vampire. A werewolf. A whole love of fun – As long as no one finds out.” On the left, Book cover, everything in shades of yellow-orange. A smiling face with beard look out at the viewer from the left side of the image. Text "Dracula and the Wolfman?" and "Jess Mahler"

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

The Last Lady of Lună

I am the last of my line. My enemies are hunting me. And my mates don't believe in vampires.

The Last Lady of Lună is a slow burn paranormal romance and the first in a series about Natalia of the Lună vampires, her five mates, and the future they will build together.

Now available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Available now at your favorite digital store!

#Kink #shortStory #vampires #werewolves

@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

If anyone finds out what Nick and Daniel get up to in their spare time, there will be hell to pay.

Dracula and the Wolfman? is the fifth book in the Whips & Fangs Singles series. Available now for preorder.

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1KW4BJR
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/bz7wVE

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@DavidBHimself@mastodon.social · 2 months ago

By the way, I'm now posting my "weird gacha" in Wildz.ooo

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

The Last Lady of Lună

A queer ‘why choose’ vampire romance about growing up, growing together, and fucking over your enemies.

Natalia was a child when humans destroyed her clan. She's grown now and ready to fight back -- but first she needs to recruit some help. A hot team of human mercenaries specializing in security is looking for their next job, and they're exactly what she needs...

Now available on
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Available now at your favorite digital store!

#WhyChooseRomance #Fantasy #Vampires

@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

The Last Lady of Lună

A queer ‘why choose’ vampire romance about growing up, growing together, and fucking over your enemies.

Now available on
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ
Other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

Available now at your favorite digital store!

#WritingCommunity #Worldbuilding

@floofpaldi@mindly.social · 2 months ago

#PennedPossibilities 839 — What sort of antagonist are you writing? (See @floofpaldi's post for ideas or clarification.)

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This is just something to ponder. I find it interesting to read or talk about. That's all.

"The type of antagonist will depend on the specific story being written, but common antagonists include a purely evil villain with no motivation, a relatable antagonist with whom the audience can sympathize, a hypocritical antagonist who is two-faced, or an antagonist that is a force of nature or an internal struggle within the protagonist. A good antagonist often has complex motivations, a clear backstory, and their actions drive the plot forward and challenge the protagonist's thematic orientation."

Thoughts:

Villain: A character who is actively evil and seeks to prevent the protagonist from achieving their goals.
Anti-villain: A character whose motives are not entirely evil but still work against the protagonist.
Relatable Antagonist: A character who is scary because they have qualities that remind the audience of themselves.
Hypocritical Antagonist: Someone who pretends to be good but is actually wicked.
Frightening Antagonist: Someone who evokes fear more than hatred.
Skilled Antagonist: Someone whose skills are matched to the protagonist's abilities.
Insane Antagonist: Someone whose unpredictable nature makes them a formidable foe.
Traitorous Antagonist: Someone who betrays a friend or family member.

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@floofpaldi@mindly.social replied · 2 months ago

#PennedPossibilities 839 — What sort of antagonist are you writing? (See @floofpaldi's post for ideas or clarification.)

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For my own story, Duncan is more of the traditional evil antagonist, as in an actual villain. He's just pure evil, filled with hatred for mortals, the same hatred for vampires and werewolves alike as well, and obsessed with the very idea of possessing things. He wants to kill. He wants to hunt. There's nothing redeemable about him. Saying anything more for the time being would probably give away some big spoilers, so I'll refrain.

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@floofpaldi@mindly.social · 2 months ago

#PennedPossibilities 838 — MC POV: You’re on your death bed. Who do you want by your side?

Fenella: It would be Alistair. I want him by my side, and I want his hand in mine. If his face is the last one that I see, then I suppose I'll die happy. At this point, we can also add Hati in there as well. She's becoming a close friend of mine, her and that Samuel of hers. Lovely creatures.

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@floofpaldi@mindly.social · 2 months ago

#PennedPossibilities 837 — Which of your characters have the best chemistry, whether it's friendly, romantic, or otherwise?

Ooooh, I love this one. It's definitely Hati and Alistair! They're friendship goals (and also my absolute favorite to write). These two are so close. They tease each other constantly, they're always there for one another, and they'll protect each other to their final breaths. The sass is off the charts as well. People, on occasion, even think they're lovers. I'll include two funny moments from different chapters.

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“Alistair, breathe,” murmured the woman, altogether amused. “Aren’t you surprised to see me?”

He swallowed, gaze turned up to the Heavens as if to ask for assistance. He let out a slow exhale, obviously distressed, and rubbed at his eyes with an index finger and thumb. “Yes, sorry. I’m just… bewildered, if we’re being entirely honest.”

There was a soft sound at the door. Fenella glanced behind him to find a woman lingering on the stairs. She took note of her elegant dress, the way her hair was pinned, and cleared her throat. “I appear to be interrupting something. Have you found yourself a lover?”

He almost choked. Before he could speak, Hati descended the front steps and wandered their way. She replied in his stead. “That’s a new one. We’ve been called a lot of things but not that. We’re friends. I’m happily spoken for, darling. My name is Hati.”

Fenella’s nose wrinkled. She lowered her voice so the driver wouldn’t hear her. “Ah, of course. You’re a wolf. I can sense it. Smell it, even. No offense intended, my dear. Our senses are keen. Anyone who is a friend of Alistair’s is a friend of mine as well. It’s a pleasure to meet you.” — “Alistair, breathe,” murmured the woman, altogether amused. “Aren’t you surprised to see me?” He swallowed, gaze turned up to the Heavens as if to ask for assistance. He let out a slow exhale, obviously distressed, and rubbed at his eyes with an index finger and thumb. “Yes, sorry. I’m just… bewildered, if we’re being entirely honest.” There was a soft sound at the door. Fenella glanced behind him to find a woman lingering on the stairs. She took note of her elegant dress, the way her hair was pinned, and cleared her throat. “I appear to be interrupting something. Have you found yourself a lover?” He almost choked. Before he could speak, Hati descended the front steps and wandered their way. She replied in his stead. “That’s a new one. We’ve been called a lot of things but not that. We’re friends. I’m happily spoken for, darling. My name is Hati.” Fenella’s nose wrinkled. She lowered her voice so the driver wouldn’t hear her. “Ah, of course. You’re a wolf. I can sense it. Smell it, even. No offense intended, my dear. Our senses are keen. Anyone who is a friend of Alistair’s is a friend of mine as well. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Joining Hati at a table in the corner, Alistair sat and made himself comfortable beside her. A nearby hearth was crackling away and the warmth it provided left him sighing in contentment. He eventually spoke. “Good evening, Hati.”

There was a moment where she just smiled. Reaching for her tankard, she raised it to him. “Here’s to you. It’s rather amazing to sit here and watch you work a room, you know. You do it so well. None of the ladies ever notice a thing, and it never gets old. I do wonder, however, where all that charm goes when you’re conversing with me.”

His eyebrows, always rather expressive, drew together in an instant. “Excuse you.”

Beside herself, she sniggered and reached out to pinch his arm. He made a face at her, unimpressed, and asked, “What brings you to the pub tonight? Were you lonely?” — Joining Hati at a table in the corner, Alistair sat and made himself comfortable beside her. A nearby hearth was crackling away and the warmth it provided left him sighing in contentment. He eventually spoke. “Good evening, Hati.” There was a moment where she just smiled. Reaching for her tankard, she raised it to him. “Here’s to you. It’s rather amazing to sit here and watch you work a room, you know. You do it so well. None of the ladies ever notice a thing, and it never gets old. I do wonder, however, where all that charm goes when you’re conversing with me.” His eyebrows, always rather expressive, drew together in an instant. “Excuse you.” Beside herself, she sniggered and reached out to pinch his arm. He made a face at her, unimpressed, and asked, “What brings you to the pub tonight? Were you lonely?”

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@JessMahler@indiepocalypse.social · 2 months ago

The Last Lady of Lună is a queer ‘why choose’ vampire romance about growing up, growing together, and fucking over your enemies. Natalia was a child when humans destroyed her clan. She's grown now and ready to fight back -- but first she needs to recruit some help. A hot team of human mercenaries specializing in security is looking for their next job, and they're exactly what she needs...

On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Lady-Lun%C4%83-Vampire-Choose-ebook/dp/B0FLG4V5VJ

And other retailers: https://books2read.com/u/m0LQYW

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Available now at your favorite digital store!