Gabbo de la Parra

Biography

Born a Sagittarius in the fabulous year of the Rooster of ’69, at the hour when his cat was about to become a complete dragon, Gabbo de la Parra landed on the Caribbean Coast of the outlandish Republic of Panama to start the adventure of life.

Love and the Internet brought him to Middle Tennessee to embrace the American Dream and his husbandly romance. Writing has been an important part of his life since a very early age, and it’s a pleasure to share his stories with others thanks to the wonderful opportunities this land provides. His main genres are Historical and Sci-Fi, and he's been combining both lately. Still he dabbles in all genres that embrace hot guys and their search for Love in the most descriptive ways possible.

Close to a man-made lake and in a townhouse (crowded with the spirits of his novels' characters), Gabbo cherishes Life with a southern gentleman, and their pets: street-smart Russian Blue Bella and rambunctious Rottweiler Alex.

Smashwords Interview

Who are your favorite authors?
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Anne Rice, Isabel Allende, Janet Evanovich, just to mention a few...
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
The adult answer would be "money." The writer's answer is creativity. Every other minute of my waking hours my brain is bombarded with snippets of stories to come, or for those I'm currently working on; thus, I have to get out of bed to put those ideas on paper (or some other media —sometimes I text them to myself) before they flee to never come back. Age, baby. It's a real thing.
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Books

Cenotaph
Price: Free! Words: 19,410. Language: English. Published: February 22, 2022 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » LGBTQ+ » Gay
One has to go back to move forward. The other has to let go to be forgiven. Both need to forget beliefs and duty to find love. Time travel is not for the faint of heart, especially when your last option is a Cenotaph. (Adults Only)
Schadenfreude
Price: Free! Words: 42,830. Language: English. Published: December 22, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » LGBTQ+ » Gay
In 2127, USA is ruled by four unnatural groups. Only Meridian remains under full human command and protected by magical borders. Now, the city is in peril. Dark forces aim to control it. Droser Sundew is a mercenary. Orfeo Lathan is a hunter. Both have their own selfish reasons to save the city, but as their motives collide— perhaps, they might find a better reason to save each other.
Wand-Losing & Other Things You Shouldn't be Doing
Price: Free! Words: 31,480. Language: English. Published: October 31, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Sci-fi
The seven city-states of Aletta face their first encounter with an off-planet force: A Colviri-Human recognizance mission sent to discover signs of life. An Alettan Governor and a Colviri Captain must face hidden truths to find not only peace between their worlds but the reality of the love blossoming between them. Adults Only.
Meridian
Price: Free! Words: 19,150. Language: English. Published: April 4, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Adventure » Action
Human Courtesan, Kutra “K” Lapin resolves to flee from Vampire Los Angeles in 2125. His ticket to Meridian (the only human-controlled city in an otherwise Suprabeing-ruled USA) is a transporter known as Tiger. They will face Werewolf, Fae, and Warlock outlaws; discover unknown powers, and survive spells and enchantments— all to reach K’s freedom. Adults Only.
Arzanale
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 50,980. Language: English. Published: February 1, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
Kovak and Snyder are competing for Hugo’s heart while toppling governments, rescuing people, and fighting the supernatural— all for a fee (of course). Our boys have been tasked with finding the stolen Black Obelisk of Shalmaneser III, and their hearts are not the only things at risk as dangers arise. Adventure on! Don’t forget to bring lots of water and big-ass supernatural weapons! ADULTS ONLY
Where Oceans Meet
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 43,200. Language: American English. Published: July 1, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Hispanic & Latino
Salvador Lorenzo must choose between Leo and Max, two men as different as the oceans giving life to the Isthmus of Panama— while fighting archaic morals, family dramas, and corporate ultimatums, but never too far from the beach or the parties, and always with tropical flair. This is a love story between men and includes M/M and M/M/M foreplay and intercourse scenes. Adults Only.
Golden Prince Diamond King
Price: Free! Words: 11,780. Language: English. Published: June 7, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Fantasy
A naughty prince used to getting his way. A King devoted to his people looking for an alliance. What could go wrong when these two headstrong men clash? This story comes from the NIGHTJAR universe (an ancient Greece/fantasy retell). Also a bonus story from another far away realm. Adults Only.
Nightjar
Price: Free! Words: 32,020. Language: English. Published: May 25, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Fantasy » Historical
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
The war between two kingdoms ends only for the battle between their two greatest warriors to begin. Honor and Love fight to dominate each other, and we do not know which one will end up on top as these two alpha males war for supremacy. Adults only.
Clockwork Vendetta
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 48,560. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Polyamory
(4.00 from 1 review)
After the death of Bosco’s intended, the two heirs of the other New Englalonde Prides became contenders for his hand: the dead fiancé’s brother, Duncan; and Heer, the man who owns Duncan’s heart. Not the best start for (healthy?) romantic competition. Resigned to give control of his Pride and the Syndicate, Bosco faces a difficult decision, made way more complicated by a new arrival. Adults Only.
The Pompeiian Horse
Price: Free! Words: 47,190. Language: English. Published: June 17, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Ancient World
(3.67 from 3 reviews)
Two men rencounter ten years after Fate put the destiny of one in the hands of the other. Now they are older and wiser, but that doesn’t mean they can be together. Life in Ancient Rome is not easy, especially in Pompeii if you are on opposite ends of the social ladder. Roman Centurion and ex-gladiator will fight: to accept their love, to save their lives, to have a future together. Adults Only.
Another Dawn On Planet X
Price: Free! Words: 40,760. Language: English. Published: January 20, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay
Kekoa found his mate, Darien, and lost him to the Cygnus Federation. Sule and Alaric are survivors, rescued by Darien's ship and en route to a new planet. A common enemy lurks, its moment to strike a-coming. Their love stories entwine to defeat an empire and find redemption. This is the mash-up resolution of "From Nova to X". Adults Only.
From Nova to X (2 LiAW Stories)
Price: Free! Words: 20,210. Language: English. Published: January 18, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay
1.On a decimated planet, Sule keeps protecting Alaric until rescuers take them away to a new planet. Meanwhile they discover a love capable of selfless things. 2.Kekoa's family has protected his planet's secrets for generations. Now, a human expedition has arrived. Only problem, that expedition brings Darien, his mate, and making him fall in love trumps (at least a little) guarding the planet.
Septima Luna
Price: Free! Words: 43,790. Language: English. Published: January 20, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay
(4.67 from 3 reviews)
After a rough childhood, Angel Green finds himself in the big city working as bartender in Septima Luna, the hottest club in town. He also works as an escort, not for the money but to keep Love at bay. Hunky astronomer, Malachi Neun has his sights not on the stars but on a target he must woo in order to unleash the ultimate weapon. Whichever path he chooses, he’s doomed. Adult Content.

Smashwords book reviews by Gabbo de la Parra

  • Children of the Gods - A Chosen Novel on May 12, 2012

    It amazes me how so many other reviews compare this book with THE HOST and nobody seems to hear the distant echo of THE HUNGER GAMES. Luckily for me, I haven’t read any of these books (I watched the movie, but beyond that, nah) and therefore my perception of CHILDREN wasn’t tarnished by other authors. What I appreciated the most about this book was its conciseness. Although, there were days (within the book) that it seemed like nothing happened, every little step (a touch, a glance, a simple words exchange) built my understanding of the relationship between the main characters. Coming from a Man Down South who writes erotica, the love scenes were mild but sweet enough to keep me interested. Other people might think there were too many of these skin-to-skin moments for a YA book, but in total honesty that line between what is YA and Mature is downright blurry. Many PG13 movies have a lot more violence and skin in comparison to this book. Even if many background details were swiftly explained or altogether omitted, I grasped the story from beginning to end. I felt somehow cheated with the almost rushed last chapter but it didn’t bother me so much as to say it diminished my appreciation of the story as a whole. Books written in first person aren’t my cup of tea, especially when it’s a girl doing the talking because in many occasion they seemed not just naïve but immature. Not the case here. Reka might be young, but she knows enough of life to understand (if not fully, at least, coherently) that every action has a reaction. Hey, we have to accept she is a girl in love, and Love usually fogs your ability to be rational and act like an adult, even when (technically) you’re not one. I recommend this book if you want a story that’s interesting and doesn’t drag you around with unnecessary flourishes. I received this book thanks to The Nexus group ARR program.
  • Thunderbolt Torn Enemy of Rome on Sep. 08, 2012

    HISTORY BUFFS REJOICE! For a reason I cannot yet fathom, I entered Malco Barca's life expecting a manly romance. There were a lot of manly characters but this is not a romance. Wonderful historical fiction yes, man-on-man romance no. And it's not the author's fault, he never advertised THUNDERBOLT as such. Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea culpa. This doesn't imply you will not find delicious boy bits ravished here and there, in superbly well-carried love scenes. Nevertheless, what didn't make me love this story (more) was the constant depiction of battle strategies and maneuver details. This made the story kind of History schoolbook-ish for me. A simply matter of attraction. If you are a history buff and love sexy scenes thrown in the middle of the discourse, this is the book for you.