MICHELLE LARSEN has found a man straight out of a romance novel–handsome, fit, educated, and pulling in a six-figure income. Despite the exceptional qualities and his obvious interest in her, things are moving too slow between them. Unlike most men who can’t wait to get in her pants, this particular man refuses to take things to the next level.
DARYL JACKSON has grown tired of the nightclub scene and wants to settle down, but he has a secret that always seems to interrupt any potential love connection once he reveals it. He believes Michelle is the ideal woman, but can she handle the truth?
After six weeks of dating, and still no attempt from him to get her “horizontal,” Michelle grows sex-starved. She is driving herself crazy trying to figure out Daryl’s problem! During a weekend getaway in Palm Springs, Michelle finally puts an end to the what’s-wrong-with-Daryl guessing game and demands to know what’s up. Not only does Daryl answer all her questions, Michelle learns first hand that you really need to be careful with what you wish for!
A Hard Man is Good to Find by James W. Lewis Buy now: http://tinyurl.com/7c28soy Genre: Adult Comedy, Erotica
ISBN-10: 0982719345
ISBN-13: 978-0982719343
From APOOO Bookclub: Some secrets are good secrets but Michelle Larson, in A Hard Man Is Good To Find by James W. Lewis, does not want to wait to find out. Michelle has found Mr. Right, a man that has everything going for him. Daryl treats Michelle like a queen and it seems that he is ready to start a relationship. After dating for a while, Michelle believes things are going too slow and that Daryl is not giving his all in the relationship. Will Michelle give up on the relationship?
Daryl Jackson is a hopeless romantic, who is handsome and well educated. Daryl is ready to settle down but cannot because of a reoccurring problem. Daryl meets Michelle and believes she could be that special woman for him. Daryl has a secret and plans to reveal it to Michelle while on a romantic getaway. Will Michelle be receptive of Daryl's news?
A Hard Man Is Good To Find is a funny and entertaining book about having patience. Michelle is so hell bent on finding out what Daryl is keeping from her that he drives her crazy. Michelle's emotions are what make this book funny and interesting to read. I believe the author was creative in revealing Daryl's secret and it will shock readers. I recommend this book to others.
This book was provided by the author for review purposes. Reviewed by Teresa Beasley, APOOO BookClub
From Black Diamond's Book Reviews: I have a warning for you. Be prepared to laugh out loud when you read this book! Seriously....I was reading this book on my Kindle Fire while I was working out at the gym and I was literally laughing out loud. :lol: People around me probably thought I was crazy (especially since I was also listening to music....I love that I can read and listen to music both on the fire).
The main character is Michelle, and James W. Lewis did an amazing job writing from a woman's point of view. I got to read about various men that she met and the problems that she was having with them. She was about ready to give up and decided she would finish her bachelors degree and eat better and exercise more. Then she met Daryl. He was perfect it seemed, but he just seemed to be taking things really slow. She was trying to figure him out. Finally he decided to tell her his big secret. Some secret it was too! What a shock!!
I'm telling you right now....read this book! I don't remember the last time I actually laughed out loud while reading a book. There was NOTHING about this book that I didn't like. I liked every minute of it! I absolutely can't wait to read another book by James W. Lewis. Wait.....there is something I didn't like.....that it had to end! I highly, highly recommend this book! It's definitely a favorite of mine!
SNEAK PEEK: A Hard Man is Good To Find
Reject #1
Gerald. Now that was one bold nucca.
While I babysat her drink, I watched Charlotte on the floor with this Paul Pierce lookin’ dude ... you know, the basketball player. As I sipped on an Apple Martini while swaying to an Alicia Keys cut, I caught a few brothas targeting me, but none moved my way. Probably waiting for that liquid courage to creep into their systems so they could throw me a tired line.
Fools were so obvious, licking their lips and stroking their chins as they stared at my legs, probably scheming up ways on how to “dance” between them. Damn shame. I say again, horny toad freaks.
Right as Alicia’s song ended, the DJ broke it down with Jodeci’s “Love U 4 Life,” one of my all-time favorite slow jams. I guess Charlotte wasn’t feelin’ the song ’cause she unwrapped herself from “Paul,” waved him off, and walked back to the table. Had his ass standing on the floor, palms in the air, looking like “huh?” She was wrong for that. Funny, but wrong.
I felt a tap on my shoulder and turned to find a brotha in a smooth cream-colored suit and derby standing over me.
He leaned down, lips brushing my ear. “Would you like to dance?”
Nice and polite, like a true gentleman. Sometimes, that’s all it takes. Say it right, do it right, you in there, ya know? Can’t be grabbing my arm all rough like you payin’ property taxes on me, spewing some mess like “yo, shorty, you wanna dance?” Damn, I hate when guys call me “shorty.”
I glanced at Charlotte and she waved me on with that “go ’head” look in her eye. We then swapped purse-watching duties.
So I said to him, “Sure.”
I stood up and he took my hand as we edged toward the floor. He looked pretty nice in that fly suit. Not only that, the brotha sported my favorite men’s fragrance: CK One cologne. I can inhale that masculine mist all day every day.
After telling me his name, of course he tried to drop game on me, sayin’ I looked fine, smelled good—that kinda stuff. You know brothas be gettin’ their Mack on at warp speed minutes before the club lights come back on, huh? Ha! Shoot, most men will say and do anything to make sure they end the night with some girl’s face buried in a pillow.
After a couple of songs, I got a better look at Gerald. Hmmm, not bad. Clean cut. No facial hair. Bald fade. Dark-brown skin. He wasn’t Taye Diggs or anything, but definitely doable.
We exchanged numbers. To my surprise, he didn’t roll up on me much, either, trying to push his luck. He took my number, kissed my hand, and stepped out. Pretty smooth.
Charlotte and I left sometime after midnight and in minutes I slipped knee-deep in some rapid eye movement, girl. Knocked the hell out, you hear me? The drinks and late hours had me damn near comatose by the time Charlotte dropped me off. I hadn’t stayed up that long in a minute, so ya girl couldn’t hang. I’m not ashamed to admit it, either.
What I am ashamed to admit is that I messed with Gerald. This fool!
Gerald and I kicked it for about three weeks after we met at the club. We did the safe stuff like dinner and movies—even checked out a preseason NBA game. If not with Charlotte, Gerald became my back-up buddy.
I liked Gerald. He was funny and all, a gentleman at times—which is why I’m still shocked at what that fool did. Or tried to do.
One night after catching a play in downtown San Diego, a sista decided to not roll home solo. Truth be told, I had an itch that needed some scratching, so it was time to close the loop with Gerald. Even though I didn’t feel any love connection, I had a feeling Gerald would make a fine D.A.D.
A Hard Man is Good to Find by James W. Lewis Buy now: http://tinyurl.com/7c28soy
Genre: Adult Comedy, Erotica
ISBN-10: 0982719345
ISBN-13: 978-0982719343
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About the Author James W. Lewis is a novelist and freelance writer published in several books that include Zane’s Caramel Flava, Chicken Soup for the Soul and Truth Be Told: Tales of Life, Love and Drama. Magazine credits include Naptural Roots Magazine, Rundu Bedtime Stories and American Fitness Magazine. His two novels are Sellout and A Hard Man is Good to Find. He is also a managing partner of the publishing company The Pantheon Collective.
Intimate Conversation with James W. Lewis
James W. Lewis is a novelist and freelance writer published in several books that include Zane’s Caramel Flava, Chicken Soup for the Soul and Truth Be Told: Tales of Life, Love and Drama. Magazine credits include Naptural Roots Magazine, Rundu Bedtime Stories and American Fitness Magazine. His two novels are Sellout and A Hard Man is Good to Find. He is also a managing partner of the publishing company The Pantheon Collective.
BPM: When did you get your first inkling to write, and how did you advance the call for writing? Success leaves clues, whose clues did you follow on your journey?
I’m a retired Navy man who always had an inner fire for words, whether reading, writing or even rapping at one point (shortest rap career in history). My “career” as a writer started around age 10 when my mother put me on restriction for something I did (don’t remember exactly what, but enough to confine me in the house for a week). For punishment, I had to write a story each night. She would read and critique each story. At first I hated these assignments, but as they say Mom knows best, and I grew to love writing, even after my restriction was up. Writing was my hobby for years, but once I discovered the Internet, it became my passion and I decided to see how far I could take my God-given talent.
I followed the “clues” of other African American male authors who blazed a trail, such as Donald Goines, Omar Tyree and Eric Jerome Dickey. I’ve since published stories in several magazines, anthologies and four novels via my company The Pantheon Collective.
BPM: Introduce us to your book, A Hard Man Is Good To Find, and the main characters. What makes each one special? Do you have any favorites? Michelle is definitely my favorite character. I love her tell-it-like-it-is style. She holds nothing back! Michelle Larsen is the main character of my latest book A Hard Man is Good to Find. Most women know someone like her: She’s the crazy best girlfriend and confidante, the one person who shares her secrets and cracks you up while doing it. Daryl Jackson has all the qualities most women want. He has grown tired of the nightclub scene and wants to settle down, but has a secret that always seems to interrupt any potential love connection once he reveals it.
BPM: Are any scenes from the book borrowed from your world or your experiences?
I bet every woman has a horror story from the bedroom. The three “rejects” in the book were inspired by actual conversations I’ve overheard from women clowning poor guys who claimed to be “King Willys” of sexual performance. The scenes are fictional, but based on the experiences of women from the dating game, the men are very real. Many readers of the book could relate. Scary!
BPM: Ultimately, what do you want readers to gain from your book?
I want this book to tickle your funny bone and hormones. :-)
BPM: What would you like to accomplish as you continue to write?
I have interests in a variety of genres, from suspense to romantic comedy. I’m always looking to improve my craft and I believe experimenting with different forms of writing will help me accomplish my goals. If Stephen King can “veer” off the horror lane and write Shawshank Redemption, I believe I can do the same.
BPM: Share with us your latest news, awards or upcoming book releases. How may our readers follow you online?
Through my publishing company The Pantheon Collective, 2012 should definitely be a banner year for upcoming projects. We recently launched One Blood by Qwantu Amaru last December and the reviews have been outstanding, including an excellent testimonial from best-selling horror author Brandon Massey. Next up is Soul Mates by Stephanie Casher (the sequel to When Love Isn’t Enough), which should debut in the summer. My next novel Tangled Web should launch later this year, but in the meantime, I have short stories, novellas, and a non-fiction ebook about how new writers can improve their chances of publication. My next novella Premature Eradication will debut in late March 2012. You can find the latest updates on our website at www.pantheoncollective.com.
BPM: Thank you for sharing a little bit about yourself, your journey and your book with our readers!
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