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By I.G. Frederick, October 13, 2009 1:05 am

The Salem launch of Dommemoir was hosted by Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo because owner Emily Cahal was an invaluable resource when I was researching the body mod scenes in Dommemoir.

Of course, she had to have her own, autographed copy. She didn’t take it home, right away, however. I heard from one of the staff on Saturday who had started reading Emily’s copy of Dommemoir and wanted to know if she could please buy one of her own? On Monday, I stopped by to oblige only to learn that another staffer also had read the first three chapters of Emily’s copy and also wanted to purchase her own copy.

Thinking there might be other visitors at Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo who might enjoy reading Dommemoir , Emily has acquired a few copies to sell to customers, friends, and lovers of erotica.

So if you’re in Salem and would like to purchase a signed copy of Dommemoir, stop by Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo at 176 Liberty St. SE.

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By I.G. Frederick, October 8, 2009 12:57 am

Yesterday evening, the wonderful staff at Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo in downtown Salem hosted the local launch of Dommemoir.

With the sound of the tattoo needle buzzing in the background, I read selections from Dommemoir and poems from Pain of Love, and autographed books.

Thanks to all who came and helped celebrate!

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By I.G. Frederick, October 5, 2009 1:19 am

On Wednesday (Oct. 7) between 5 and 8 p.m., I will celebrate the launch of my latest novel, Dommemoir at Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo, 176 Liberty St. SE in Salem.

Everyone is invited to stop by for erotic poetry readings and a drawing to win a signed copy of my limited-edition poetry collection, Pain of Love. I’ll have copies of Dommemoir, Broken, and Shattered for sale.  (Anyone who buys all three novels from me will get a free signed copy of Pain of Love as well.)

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By I.G. Frederick, October 2, 2009 9:45 am

The local alternative paper in Salem interviewed me for an article about the event at Addictions next week. You can read the story online at WillametteLive.

We’re still tinkering with my website, so check there frequently to see some of the improvements we’re making weekly. I also post bits of news from the front page here and to LiveJournal, so if you want the latest information, subscribing to the RSS feed (in the top right hand corner) or at LiveJournal is your best bet.

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By I.G. Frederick, September 30, 2009 9:20 pm

I was honored to appear as featured author on the world premier edition of the Inkwell radio show earlier today. If you missed it, you can listen to the archives and the poster is on my pictures page. Host Nyla Alisia asked great questions of all three guests including Cecilia Tan and Paul Beidler. Dedicated to helping writers move forward in their craft and achieve success, The Inkwell is an entertaining AND informative radio program. The interviews on the subject of "So you write erotica, now what …" were so interesting, the show ran an extra half hour.

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By I.G. Frederick, September 26, 2009 3:50 pm

We had great fun at my Seattle launch of Dommemoir. I had some delightful people attend my workshop. They asked great questions and were very attentive.

My publisher, Paul Beidler of Fanny Press, brought the most wonderful cake from The Erotic Bakery for the festivities after the workshop. It had the name of the book on the side and a bound marzipan cock and balls on top. I took great pleasure in biting the head off the cock — usually I don’t get to bite all the way through.

I’ve put up some photos of the cake on my website. (And no, that’s not me threatening to bite it off)

While the cake slowly disappeared, I read erotic passages from all three of my books, Dommemoir, Broken, and Shattered as well as a couple of poems from my limited-edition chapbook Pain of Love.

Thanks to all who came and helped celebrate.

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By I.G. Frederick, September 18, 2009 2:52 pm

This weekend (today through Sunday), I’ll host the weekly Circlet Press Author Chat on LiveJournal. I’ll share some thoughts about changes in the publishing industry, rights issues, platform, author compensation, etc.

I would very much appreciate it if you would join me there and participate in the conversation. I’d love to see your comments on what I’ve written and would be happy to answer any questions. Stop Circlet Press Author Chat any time during the weekend.

I’m also sponsoring a poetry contest. Anyone who would like to submit an erotic poem will be eligible to win a free, autographed copy of my erotic poetry collection Pain of Love. The prize will be given to the poem I like the best. (As in all literary contests, the results are completely subjective. I reserve the right to award more than one prize.)

To enter, post a poem of 25 lines or less in the comments section for Erotic Poetry Contest. Both traditional and free verse are welcome. One entry per person. Deadline is noon PDT Sunday. Prizes announced at end of my day Sunday.

I.G. Frederick

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By I.G. Frederick, September 2, 2009 3:24 am

Lots of exciting events coming in the next few weeks to celebrate the release of my new novel Dommemoir on Sept. 23. Even if you’re not in Seattle or Salem, you can attend my author chat or listen to a radio interview online. Also, check out my updated website, including the Dommemoir cover and reviews. http://www.eroticawriter.net

In addition, I will release Pain of Love, a limited edition chapbook which includes a selection of my erotic poems, some of which have never been published or shared at a reading. Look for details at http://eroticawriter.net/poetry.htm. You can also link from there to “Your Collar,” currently available for your reading pleasure at Justus Roux’s Erotic Tales.

Meanwhile, be sure to mark your calendars so you won’t miss out on these fun, upcoming events:

1)    Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20 I’ll host the weekly Circlet Press Author Chat at http://community.livejournal.com/circletpress/. I’ll share details about writing and publishing and answer questions. Stop by any time during the weekend. Comments are also welcome. There will be contests with prizes, details TBA.

2)    On Wednesday, Sept. 23 come to the Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex in Seattle to celebrate the launch of the new imprint Fanny Press and my latest steamy novel, Dommemoir.

From 7 to 8:30 p.m., I will offer a special workshop on “How Do You Go From ‘I have an idea for…’ to ‘would you like to buy my book?” For those who have thought about sharing their ideas, fantasies, or experience with the world, this presentation will give an overview of the writing life. Participants will be able to ask questions specific to their own ambitions. Topics covered will include what does it takes to get published, getting paid to write, and the politics of publishing. (Cost: $10)

3)    From 8:30 to 10 p.m., I will read, answer questions, and sign autographs for those who would like to purchase the very first copies of Dommemoir.

4)    On Wednesday, Sept. 30, I will be the featured author on the worldwide premier episode of The Inkwell, an exciting, entertaining, and informative radio program dedicated to helping writers achieve success. The Inkwell is presented by The SpeakEasy Cafe open mic poetry radio show. Host Nyla Alisia will interview me along with Cecilia Tan and Paul Beidler on the subject of “So you write erotica, now what …” from 3:30 to 5:30 PDT. Tune in at: www.blogtalkradio.com/theinkwell

5)    On Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m., Addictions Body Piercing & Tattoo at 176 Liberty St. SE in Salem will host the Oregon launch of Dommemoir. Stop by during Salem’s First Wednesday for erotic poetry readings; a drawing to win a signed, limited edition chapbook; and your first local opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Dommemoir.

Hope to see you soon.

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By admin, August 30, 2009 2:16 pm

The aptly titled Dommemoir by I.G. Frederick delivers on so many levels that it defies categorization.  One has to begin with the eroticism of it all, but it quickly sucks you in and envelopes you in the bondage of its spell, which is of course the best eroticism of all.  Unlike so many works of erotica, Dommemoir is a character study that breathes complex and compelling life into its hero, the devastating Lady Genevieve and the fortunate submissives who worship at her feet.  One rarely reads such a book unless one is already immersed in the culture and context of the scene, which makes this reading experience even more intense with possibilities.  But even if you’re not there yet, you will be after Dommemoir has infected your psyche, placing you in the delicious bondage of its dark and compelling landscape of a very different flavor of love.  But love, nonetheless.  — Larry Brooks, USA Today bestselling author