J.M. Snyder


Biography

An author of gay erotic romance, J.M. Snyder began self-publishing gay erotic fiction in 2002. Since then, Snyder has worked with several e-publishers, most notably Amber Allure Press and eXcessica Publishing.

Snyder’s short fiction has appeared online at Ruthie’s Club, Tit-Elation, Eros Monthly, and Amazon Shorts, as well as in anthologies released by Alyson Books, Cleis Press, and others.

For more book excerpts, free fiction, and purchasing information, please visit http://jmsnyder.net.

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Books

Playing for Keeps    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 35880 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on April 29, 2013. Fiction.

Thad Archer tours Europe with his college marching band. At least he has his friends -- Mark, Peter, Seth, and Jamie. Thad has a crush on Jamie but has never confessed his feelings. Can he be satisfied with being just friends? Or will he take a chance on love before Mark comes between them?
Tyler's Teacher    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 24880 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on February 18, 2013. Fiction.

Jason Peters is a young widower whose son, Tyler, is starting a new school in the middle of the term. His new teacher, Greg Boucher, is incredibly attractive. For the first time since his wife’s death, Jason finds himself interested in the possibility of a romantic relationship.
The Magician's Apprentice    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8540 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on January 28, 2013. Fiction.

Devon Taylor helped fashion local street magician Harry Marvel into the well-known illusionist Harry Marvelous. But during a show, a boy disappears and Devon and Harry are confronted by security. Harry insists his illusions aren’t real, but does Devon know something Harry doesn’t?
Cruising on Cary Street    by J.M. Snyder
Price: Free! 4160 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on January 15, 2013. Fiction.

(4.00 from 2 reviews)
Willis Moore is a detective who was suspended. After his first day back on the force, he cruises downtown Cary Street looking for action. He finds a hustler named Corey who reminds him of a previous lover. Will wants a piece of Corey, and won't let his badge get in the way of hooking up.
Quintessential    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 7400 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on January 8, 2013. Fiction.

At 43, Jerry is a swinging bachelor, still sexy and he knows it. But when a young hipster coworker named Quin discovers a porn video on Jerry’s laptop, he threatens to turn Jerry in... unless they can come to some sort of mutual arrangement that will benefit them both.
A Present for Daddy    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 17500 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 15, 2012. Fiction.

Bob’s wife left him with a 7-year-old daughter. While visiting his parents for Christmas, he runs into Dave, an old high school friend, who admits he’s always been attracted to Bob. With his wife gone, Bob finds he’s open to the idea of a relationship with Dave. But what will his daughter think?
Write Every Day: A Year of Daily Writing Prompts    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 11110 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 10, 2012. Nonfiction.

This collection of 366 writing prompts can be used daily as a starting point to get you writing ... and keep you writing. Each day of the year has its own, unique prompt. This book will kick-start your writing or take you in exciting new directions every day of the year! Great for all genres!
No Place Like Home    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 21780 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 26, 2012. Fiction.

A Vic and Matt story. A tornado and washed out road take Matt on a detour he didn't expect -- unconscious in a ditch. When he comes to, he finds himself in the merry old Land of Oz. As he struggles to find his way home, Vic has a more pressing problem -- locating Matt. Can the two find each other before it's too late?
Infected Heart    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 10360 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 31, 2012. Fiction.

Richmond, Virginia, has been infected with a virus. Former med student Rich Murdoch knows more about it than he admits -- he created it, despite the misgivings of his lover and lab partner, Donnie. Rich has a very selfish reason to cure the virus, but will he be able to save the man he loves?
Playing the Field: Victory Lap    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 11570 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 22, 2012. Fiction.

After a hard look at his life, Josh Helton ditches his abusive boyfriend and takes up running. On a morning jog he meets Chad, a sexy bicyclist who's everything Josh has always wanted in a guy. But Josh isn't confident in himself any more ... so it's up to Chad to make the first move
Lesser of Two Evils    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $1.99 USD. 2540 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 1, 2012. Fiction.

In college, Jared falls in love with Larry but isn't out to his parents. Then Larry asks to meet Jared's family. Jared knows his sexuality will distant him further from his father. Unless he can find some way to soften the blow ...
Crash and Burn    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 11860 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 17, 2012. Fiction.

When Chris discovers his lover Aaron is secretly taking prescription drugs for depression, he feels as if he doesn't know Aaron any more. He's afraid to bring up the pills he found, but more afraid of losing his lover. Will he be able to step in and say something before it’s too late?
Til Death    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 7350 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on August 13, 2012. Fiction.

I spent my whole life in love with you, and even allowed myself a moment of hope that you might return my affection. Then you went and got married. To a vampire. When you called me for help killing her, how could I say no?
Playing the Field: Batter Up    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 10940 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on July 24, 2012. Fiction.

Rob Ritchie sneaks into the ballpark to watch practice and ends up going out with short stop, Mike Hennessey. It isn't until they face off on the baseball field that Mike realizes he slept with the enemy. Can Rob talk his way back into Mike's bed after the game?
Endless Summer    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 19570 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on June 20, 2012. Fiction.

The last thing Jason wants is to stay with his parents at a summer resort. Then he meets sexy employee Travis, and the summer stretches ahead with the promise of first love. There's only one problem -- Jason isn't out to his parents. What will happen when they find out about Travis?
Don't Be Late    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 5580 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on June 8, 2012. Fiction.

Who says marriage is bliss? Blake and Jeremy had more time together dating than they do as man and husband. Working long hours keep them apart, and their schedules rarely sync during the week. They only make love on the weekends. One hectic day follows another. Will they ever get a moment alone?
A Cowboy's Heart    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 39800 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on May 23, 2012. Fiction.

Ranch hand Tommy Prout thinks he's in love with his boss. Then he meets Lila, a saloon girl with a secret -- her real name is Stephen Marsh. When Lila discovers Tommy is sweet on Hal, she suggests teaching him just how to please a man. She doesn't mean to lose her heart to Tommy in the process.
We're Not Fighting    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 5430 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on May 16, 2012. Fiction.

Jack is in a committed relationship with Aiden and, in Jack’s mind, no one else matters. So when a new girl in the office flirts with him, he thinks it’s nothing. But Aiden is pissed. Jack wants the whole thing to blow over, but it looks like Aiden’s about to blow up.
Must Love Cats    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 16200 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on April 22, 2012. Fiction.

When a stray tomcat follows Dale home, he has the sexiest, most vivid dream starring the hot new redhead who just moved into the apartment across from his. In the morning, the cat has mysteriously vanished and Dale is left reeling from the wet dream. Did he imagine the whole thing? Or does his new neighbor harbor a furry secret?
V: The V in Virtue    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 17440 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on April 3, 2012. Fiction.

Book 4 in the Vic and Matt: V Series. From the beginning, Vic and Matt have celebrated their anniversary on New Year’s Eve. It’s tradition for them to swear off sex the week between Christmas and New Year’s, a long stretch Matt finds especially difficult to weather. Then Roxie invites the guys to a year-end bash at her place. Will Vic still make the evening special even though they aren’t alone?
It's All Relative    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $8.99 USD. 176770 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on March 20, 2012. Fiction.

Michael brings his lover Dan home to meet his family ... and come out to them at the same time. But an unexpected phone call interrupts his announcement -- family matriarch Aunt Evie is dead. With Dan in tow, Michael follows his family to Sugar Creek, where he spent his summers growing up, to prepare for the funeral. Amid the memories and relatives, Michael's world begins to slip.
One More Try    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 14080 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on February 28, 2012. Fiction.

When Evan admitted his feelings for Charlie, his friend broke his heart. Now divorced with a little girl, Evan has started putting his life back together. Then Charlie returns for a second chance.
Knocking Boots    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8330 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on February 5, 2012. Fiction.

Johnny thinks he's the only guy on the ranch interested in sharing a fellow cowboy's bedroll ... until he witnesses an illicit tryst between his foreman Hank and another ranch hand named Delfino. After watching Delfino pleasure Hank, Johnny can't get the Mexican vaquero out of his wet dreams. He wants Delfino to do the same things to him, and he'll do whatever it takes to hook up with the cowboy.
Fillin' Chet    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8990 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on February 5, 2012. Fiction.

When tattoo artist Scott texts his hot new boy-toy Chet and asks him to stop by the tattoo parlor after hours, Chet assumes it's just to hook up. But Scott's just as interested in filling in the tattoo on Chet's back as he is in filling Chet.
Mojo's Mojo    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8750 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on January 5, 2012. Fiction.

Tattoo artist Wray has it bad for his best friend Mojo, who is straight. When Mojo asks Wray to give him a a new tattoo in a very private place, will he be able to put aside his growing lust and perform professionally? Or does Mojo have an ulterior motive for dropping his pants?
Boy Toys    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8660 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 27, 2011. Fiction.

Jason's boyfriend Chad recently moved out, effectively ending their relationship. A few weeks before Christmas, Barry calls to invite Jason to a holiday party in the hopes of cheering him up. Turns out it's a sexy toy party, and when Jason's talked into helping out, the sexy host Nigel has something special in store for him after the party.
Santa Vic    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 14200 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 20, 2011. Fiction.

A Vic and Matt Story. Vic's boss asks him to don the Santa suit for the company's employee family Christmas dinner -- again. The kids love him. One little boy in particular wants to make sure Vic -- or rather, Santa Vic -- doesn't forget his sister, who's in the hospital for the holiday. NOTE: No mention of Vic's superhero powers is made, so you can read this without reading the others.
Hot Merchandise    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 6310 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 12, 2011. Fiction.

A shoplifter attracts the attention of Bill's coworker, so he has to step in to avoid a scene. When he's asked to empty his pockets, the potential thief agrees ... but only in the privacy of the store's back room, where Bill discovers just how hot his merchandise is.
Loosen Up    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8860 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on December 5, 2011. Fiction.

Med student Liam just wants to relax, but his roommates have other plans. They conspire to take him out to a concert by a local band. Backstage, Liam dodges his roommates and runs into Cooper, the band's lead singer. Then Cooper asks Liam to hang out with him, and Liam finally starts to have fun.
You Think We Don't    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $1.99 USD. 2460 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 30, 2011. Fiction.

Two college basketball players on a team bound for the championships carry on an affair after hours. Neither talks about the time they spend in each other's arms. They kid themselves and pretend it's just sex. They think no one else knows. It isn't until a fellow teammate interferes that they're willing to admit how much they care for each other.
Publish Yourself: Create & Sell Your Own E-Books    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 24030 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 23, 2011. Nonfiction.

If you've ever wanted to retain more of your royalties or try publishing e-books but didn't know where to start, this book is for you! Best-selling, multi-published author J.M. Snyder has written this no-nonsense, hands-on guide. She takes the mystery out of e-publishing while making the process of creating an e-book simple, cheap, and easy.
Tricked Out    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 27210 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 13, 2011. Fiction.

Willis Moore is a detective with the Richmond City police department. A case he was involved with went down badly and he was given a month's sabbatical to pull himself together. Back on the force now, Will finds himself drawn to another street punk, a hustler named Corey, who seeks police assistance to protect his "boys" from a violent attacker.
V: The V in Vigilant    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 17980 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 11, 2011. Fiction.

Book 3 in the Vic and Matt: V Series. When Vic has a rough day at work, his lover Matt puts their telepathic connection to good use, tapping directly into Vic's needs to provide some relaxing downtime at home. However their sensual massage turns to serious talk, and Matt finally asks Vic the question he's been wrestling with for the past few months.
Devilish Good Time    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 7710 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on November 4, 2011. Fiction.

Jacob and Bobby hook up at a campus Halloween party and head to the Pine Barrens to get to know each other better. But their tryst is soon interrupted. All those tales and legends about the Jersey Devil are just talk, right?
Maintenance!    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 5400 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 24, 2011. Fiction.

When maintenance man Elliot enters a resident's apartment to fix the air conditioner, he interrupts Donnie's shower. Confronted with the naked tenant, suddenly he wants to blow something other than an A/C line.
Wanted    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 18720 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 17, 2011. Fiction.

When cattle rustler Jesse McCray first meets Ethan Phillips, an idealistic tenderfoot passing through the town of Defiance on his way to the California coast, he falls hard. But the cattle baron runs Defiance and has a grudge against one of Jesse’s outlaw friends. A gunfight puts a price on the rustlers’ heads, branding them outlaws. Can Jesse protect Ethan from the lawmen gunning for him?
Closing Time    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 5800 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 10, 2011. Fiction.

Mitchell Nolan is a bartender working late on Christmas Eve. As the last patrons leave, he stays behind to clean up. Why hurry home? There's no one waiting for him, and he knows Santa won't bother leaving anything special for him this year. Then he meets Romy Lariner, who ducks inside the bar when his car won't start. Sparks fly between these two lonely men this Christmas Eve.
Out for Delivery    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $1.99 USD. 5390 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on October 4, 2011. Fiction.

Jeremy spends the last night of the weekend finishing an article he needs to submit to his editor first thing Monday morning. When someone knocks on his door, he's tempted to ignore it but answers anyway, only to find a sexy delivery guy outside with something hot and ready in his hands.
All Shook Up    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 25680 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 30, 2011. Fiction.

Colonial Java, 1883. Eduard van De Lier’s obsessive attraction to dark-skinned men is just one of his many secrets. His wife Marien knows of his indiscretions, but she stays silent … until a former lover shows up with thoughts of blackmail. Reza was a crewman Eduard wooed on the ship that brought them to Java, and the last person Eduard expects to find in his drawing room.
Lover's Cross    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 8710 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 30, 2011. Fiction.

After a bad car accident, Jory's lover Peter assures him he's doing fine. But when Jory attends a get-well party at the house of a coworker, he's surprised no one asks him how Peter is. More disconcerting, Peter's gold cross necklace is missing, and Jory suffers from headaches whenever his best friend Bruce brings up the accident. Where is the cross? And why does Bruce keep asking about Peter?
Persistence of Memory    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 23290 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 20, 2011. Fiction.

Five years ago Joah was culled -- kidnapped by the government to be trained as a soldier. In the process, they erased his memory, destroying his past, his dreams, everything but his name. Armed with that alone, Joah escapes from the facility in search of someone to help him recall the man he used to be. That person is Tobin, Joah’s husband, who never gave up hope of finding him again.
For the Boys    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 16780 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 20, 2011. Fiction.

Falling in love was the last thing Army pilot Carl Prosser expected to do while stationed in Korea. But he meets a young man named Tommy who's touring with the USO and does just that. Their relationship deepens through an exchange of letters. When the USO troupe returns to the front, Prosser devises an elaborate plan to see his lover one last time before the entertainers return to the states.
Bounty of the Heart    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 18500 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 13, 2011. Fiction.

For seven years, Emmett has harbored feelings for Jack, a notorious bounty hunter. Emmett aches for more than their platonic partnership. When a new bounty sends Emmett and Jack to Alaska, they run into Monty, a hunter Jack used to know who takes an interest in Emmett. Drawn to him despite Jack’s warnings, Emmett learns of the past they share and discovers why Jack has ignored him for so long.
At Your Service    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 5760 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 13, 2011. Fiction.

Danny's friend Jen is always trying to play match-maker, looking for the perfect guy for him. When they stop at a restaurant for an early dinner, she decides their waiter Todd is "The One." He's sexy, cute, flirty ... and obviously interested in Danny. Jen conspires with another employee to get the waiter's number, determined to hook Todd up with her friend.
Tech Support    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 7410 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 5, 2011. Fiction.

Noah works in tech support at a software firm. He gets a frantic call from Becky, the receptionist in Development, asking him to assist a new employee tackle his network problems. Jared is having a bad first day at work, and sounds unbearably cute over the phone, but Noah's been disappointed before.
V: The V in Vengeance    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $3.99 USD. 16090 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 5, 2011. Fiction.

Book 2 in the Vic and Matt: V Series. Vic and Matt slowly adjust to life with a new addition to their little family. Matt finds himself dwelling on a more outward way to show the world how he feels for Vic. Though living with a superhero isn't always easy, Matt wouldn't have it any other way. Especially when his car is vandalized late one night.
Just What the Doctor Ordered    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 31830 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on September 1, 2011. Fiction.

Curt lives with his lover of several years, a pediatrician of Chinese descent named Lee. When Lee's mother wants to visit, Curt is eager to meet her but Lee isn't so sure ... she's of a different generation, a different culture even, and doesn’t speak much English. Can Curt and Mrs. Gui move past their cultural differences to see that they both love Lee and have his best interests at heart?
Cafe de l'Amour    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 7200 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on August 23, 2011. Fiction.

Barista Austin falls for Seth the moment the man enters Lakeside Cafe. Seth seems just as interested, but Austin's too shy to pursue a relationship on the other side of the counter. When Seth visits with a male friend in tow, Austin worries he might have missed his chance. Seth's just as suspicious of Austin's friend, Josh. Will Seth and Austin make a special blend, or will Josh turn things sour?
Speed Trap    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $2.99 USD. 6750 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on August 16, 2011. Fiction.

When Mark Peters is stopped for speeding, patrol officer Lt. W.V. Tench lets him off with just a warning. The only problem is that now Mark can't get the sexy cop out of his mind. When his friends jokingly suggest he drive around until he gets pulled over again, Mark thinks that's a great idea.
Trin    by J.M. Snyder
Price: $4.99 USD. 43100 words. Published by JMS Books LLC  on August 8, 2011. Fiction.

In a future where outposts swelter beneath a nuclear sun and run-gunners patrol dusty wastelands to protect against winged creatures known as devlars, Trin is the mech at the waystation in Arens. Gerrick’s the best gunner around, and heard the rumors of what Trin will do for a gunner who only mentions his name. What he wants to know is, what will Trin do for him?
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