If you have not grabbed up one of the books from Dominic N. Ashen you are missing out!
Dominic N. Ashen is an author and avid reader, with a heavy focus on gay, BDSM-themed erotica. After spending his youth in search of books with characters who were more like himself – queer ones, specifically – he decided to start creating some of his own. His stories star queer protagonists, most often gay and bisexual men, and feature heavy themes of dominance, submission, and all sorts of kinks. Dominic loves the fantasy, sci-fi, and horror genres and has a penchant for writing longer stories where he is able to weave in the sex and kink right alongside the plot.
You can order his books in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
Seasonal allergy season is almost over and TikTok is full of mid-level influencers critiquing the latest rainbow romper offerings at their local Target, which can only mean one thing: Pride Month has officially arrived!
Every year since 1999, June has been a time to celebrate the kaleidoscope of identities within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, but also to reflect on the narratives that shape our understanding of these diverse experiences. It’s also a chance to see the Babadook in daisy dukes dropping it like it’s hot at an outdoor festival to a dubstep remix of a Whitney Houston song. But horror icons clapping cheeks aside, Pride Month is so much more than a parade or weekend celebration; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of resilience, courage, and love. It’s a time to honor the trailblazers who paved the way and to reaffirm our commitment to the ongoing fight for equality. It’s a month to remember how we got here and to reassess the tools we need to continue to evolve. Among those tools, few are as important as the written word.
Early this year, I had the privilege of lending my voice to a panel at the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) Conference. We discussed the current state of queer books and identified a gap. Among the difficult coming out stories and tragic tales, where are the queer characters navigating the mundane complexities of everyday life? Not just gay or bisexual people. Where are the other equally important members of our community centered in tales that are unrelated to the journey of their sexual preference or gender identity?
What I’ve learned partnering with bookstores as an event host is that many traditional publishing houses have been slow to embrace the call for evolved LGBTQIA+ portrayals, clinging to outdated notions of what constitutes marketable fiction. Thankfully, publishers like 4 Horsemen Publications are brave enough to challenge the status quo and step up to fill this void. They recognize the demand for stories which accurately mirror the full spectrum of human experience.
Readers of all ages crave tales that delve into the nuances of asexual, polyamorous, pansexual, agender, transgender, non-binary identities, and everything in between. They want romance, mystery, people like them living their life after the coming out stage (or characters who never had to go through one at all). While coming out can be an important part of the queer reality, stories with a shifted focus also resonate with authenticity, offering validation and representation to those who are often overlooked.
4 Horsemen Publications’ commitment to championing these kinds of diverse voices is not just commendable; it’s essential. By taking a chance on chronicles that challenge industry expectations, they’re paving the way for a more inclusive literary landscape. They’re showing that there’s both a hunger and marketability for stories which showcase the colorful mosaic of human identity.
As we enjoy the festivities of Pride Month, it’s important to remember why we celebrate. Pride is about reclaiming our narratives. Affirming our existence. Telling society who we are and that we plan on staying. In a world that often seeks to erase or silence us, working with publishers who are on our side is among the ways we continue to progress.
Books have the ability to change hearts and minds, to foster empathy and understanding, and to illuminate the shared humanity that binds us all together. When we write and champion diverse stories, we’re not just enriching our literary landscape; we’re fostering a more compassionate and inclusive society.
So this Pride Month, grab your local Babadook or drag performer by the hand and throw some glitter on. Raise your voice in celebration of all the stories yet to be told. Imagine what we could learn from each other if we printed more books than we banned, let more people tell their stories than we tossed in the “slush” pile, stopped telling queer authors their experiences aren’t book-worthy because they can’t be packaged and sold like trauma-flavored bubblegum.
Let’s embrace the power of literature to inspire change and uplift marginalized voices, continue to push for a world where every identity is not just acknowledged, but shared. With the help of publishers like 4HP, we can create space for characters representing every letter of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. As authors and readers, we have the power to mold the narratives of tomorrow.
Happy Pride Everyone. Keep reading. Keep fighting.
There are 5 books so far or in this complete series.
Check out Hidden Love here:
Connor thought he had life all figured out, until he met Jamel.
A military veteran from a good Irish Catholic family; blonde-haired, blue-eyed Connor has had the same beautiful girlfriend since high school. But Connor has a secret. He lives a second life as a closeted gay man, jumping from one sexual partner to another. To avoid judgment from his family, Connor’s best friend Afia plays along with the elaborate ruse of their romantic relationship. But now, Connor’s safety net is falling for someone else.
In steps Jamel, an African American man with an irresistibly hard body and gentle soul. He just so happens to be Afia’s new love interest’s brother and captures Connor’s attention from the moment their eyes meet. As their erotic affair sizzles, Connor fears what his father and brother may do if they discover he has feelings for another man. With a newfound reason to change the course of his entire life, will Connor find the strength he needs to finally come out? If he does, will Jamel wait while Connor decides if he’s ready for something as real as their love?
This m/m steamy romance is driven by incredible sexual chemistry in a world where relationships are not always easy. Keep up with Connor and Jamel through the entire Hidden Love series as they navigate the complexities of attraction, personal identity, and overcoming intolerance in the name of deep passion. Content Warning: Racism, homophobia, and incidents of violence.
You can order this book in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
Do you need a new series to dive into on your KINDLE? Check out the The Fall of the House of Otter series by Leo Sparx!
“For readers who enjoy a dark mysterious plot with their sexy books, this m/m (and m/m/m) series is just as sinister as it is kinky and was inspired by the Edgar Allan Poe tale, “The Fall of the House of Usher.”
A gay otter boy (meaning: a young fit man who does not shave his body hair) named Alexander, is an out-of-work hustler in his small town by the ocean. In a sudden change of luck he finds himself drawn to a strange mansion and inside, a mysterious millionaire pulls him into a world of sinister extravagance and sexual discipline. With a background as a sex worker, Alexander is no stranger to trading his furry body for money, but he was never expecting to develop deep feelings for his new eccentric keeper.
With an introduction to the BDSM lifestyle, the mostly submissive Alexander learns a great deal about himself and his master through whipping, CBT, endurance, and being collared to an older man. Unsure if he is a toy, pet, or partner to the Daddy of the manor he used to think was abandoned, Alexander navigates the secrets of the interior with another otter boy from his past. Things get complicated further when emotions for the other hustler in the strict hierarchy come to the surface and he breaks one of the many rules within the house.
Including paranormal elements and unexpected magic, this queer erotic romance series begins in the fall season at the House of Otter then twists and turns through the seasons. Expect: jockstraps and hairy men, Daddy and Boy dynamics, bondage, sadomachochism, harnesses, dominance, fetish gear, nipple play, mystical prophecies, destiny, and whispered words with the power to open the door to forbidden fantasies. In the end, Alexander must decide how much of his body and sexual freedom he is willing to surrender in exchange for a life of opulent luxury.
It’s Edgar Allan Poe but with a queer, kinky, and paranormal twist!
This MM BDSM Dark Paranormal Erotic Romance takes consent seriously. No otter boys were harmed (unless they wanted to be) in the writing of this book.*
You can find all these amazing books in the series on your Kindle. You can start here:
We are excited to bring you the NEW RELEASES for the month of (Month)!!!
Make sure you check out all of our amazing new releases here.
You can order these books in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
If you order before the release date you will automatically get 15% OFF cover price!
Release Date: June 3rd 2024
We are excited for the release of Service Duty by Dominic N. Ashen!
Don’t do the crime unless you wanna do the time!
David likes to think he’s a funny guy. He’s good at making people laugh and who doesn’t love a good prank? Turns out a lot of people, especially Chief Grandtooth, the one person Khazak can’t protect him from. As punishment, David is assigned service duty—”taking care” of the entire ranger station.
Of course, it was Nylan who put him up to the prank in the first place. He feels terrible; the only person it was supposed to target was Ragnar. So, in addition to dealing with his own punishment, he’s somehow going to have to make things up to David. And David is not going to make it easy for him.
This is a tale of pranks gone wrong, mending friendships, and lots of different kinds of punishment. Enjoy this short and steamy side-story in the Steel & Thunder universe featuring some of your favorite characters.
We are excited for the release of The “Other” Horsemen by Multiple Authors!
Behold, the four horsemen of the apocalypse and … the other guy.
The cataclysm is said to be heralded by a barrage of hoofbeats, each fearsome rider wielding a mighty weapon. The Horsemen are so ubiquitous that they have been depicted in art, film, television, video games, comic books, literature, and music.
But who didn’t make the cut? Surely, there were other Horsemen that auditioned but missed the mark. Perhaps their horse was just a pony, or they just liked humanity too much to allow the End Times. Maybe their audition ended in tears because the Four Horsemen were too mean, or they simply just couldn’t figure out where on Earth they even were. It could be that they kept encroaching on the Horsemen’s territories, and why would they allow someone who keeps stepping on the others’ toes? The “Other” Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a collection of stories by authors from around the world answering your burning questions.
This anthology includes (in order of appearance): “His Strength Waxes Mighty” by Stephen Clements, “A Slight Misunderstanding” by Michael Rice, “Corrupts Absolutely” by Jay Mendell, “A Fowl Day” by Bevanny Stearman, and “Rebirth” by Kay Hanifen.
We are excited for the release of A Familiar Family Connection by Eskay Kabba!
Ryan D. Ryder and Mr. Deep Strokez are official but not Facebook official!
Rion Matthews—AKA Ryan D. Ryder—flew across the country to be with the man he fell in love in London last summer. And Nicholas Highton—AKA #MrDeepStrokez—is ecstatic to have Rion in his city, his life, and his bed every night. The two lovers try to keep it just between them since Nick’s sex tape went viral. With over twenty million social media followers and paparazzi dogging his every move, Rion wants to be sure that their steamy connection had the foundation to go the distance before they became a hashtag.
After Rion is accidentally introduced to Nick’s siblings, he is pulled into the world of the One Percent, where money, sex, and power is at their fingertips. Meanwhile, traumatic events force Rion back to California, leading Nick into the dark and dangerous world that Rion was raised in.
Will their connection grow stronger as they walk through each other’s worlds, or will the journey create doubts about their relationship’s longevity?
We are excited for the release of Service Duty by Dominic N. Ashen!
Don’t do the crime unless you wanna do the time!
David likes to think he’s a funny guy. He’s good at making people laugh and who doesn’t love a good prank? Turns out a lot of people, especially Chief Grandtooth, the one person Khazak can’t protect him from. As punishment, David is assigned service duty—”taking care” of the entire ranger station.
Of course, it was Nylan who put him up to the prank in the first place. He feels terrible; the only person it was supposed to target was Ragnar. So, in addition to dealing with his own punishment, he’s somehow going to have to make things up to David. And David is not going to make it easy for him.
This is a tale of pranks gone wrong, mending friendships, and lots of different kinds of punishment. Enjoy this short and steamy side-story in the Steel & Thunder universe featuring some of your favorite characters.
You can order this book in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
At 4 Horsemen Publications it has always been our mission to support authors and their authentic voices. We are fortunate to have so many LGBTQIA+ titles and authors as part of our team.
For the month of June we will be celebrating each of them and the many stories they bring to the world.
We support the continuing efforts to achieve equal justice and opportunity for all LGBTQIA+ artists, creators and persons.
Check out all our amazing authors and their voices!!!
She might be the queen, but mounting pressure from the old guard prevents Collette from making real change in Coralia.
Following the death of her father, Collette dreams of peace and prosperity for her people. She wants to stop the Merscales trade and grow the economy through international cooperation. The nobility wants to maintain the status quo.
When an important visit from the Nereid emissary is overshadowed by the brutal murder of Wrenn Almeida, Collette finds herself accused of murder by Wrenn’s sister, Rhoslyn. As tensions rise between herself, her half-brother Zephraim, and Rhoslyn’s supporters, the queen finds that her only choice is to flee the kingdom. Her allies—a trio of mercenaries, her aging guard captain, and her half-human lover—must stop at nothing to protect her.
The Fractured City is the debut novel in the epic Legends of Coralia fantasy series. This book contains LGBTQ+ themes, violence, revenge, discussions of genocide, language, and sexual content.You can order this book in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
We are excited for the release of Service Duty – A Steel & Thunder novella by Dominic N. Ashen!
Don’t do the crime unless you wanna do the time!
David likes to think he’s a funny guy. He’s good at making people laugh and who doesn’t love a good prank? Turns out a lot of people, especially Chief Grandtooth, the one person Khazak can’t protect him from. As punishment, David is assigned service duty—”taking care” of the entire ranger station.
Of course, it was Nylan who put him up to the prank in the first place. He feels terrible; the only person it was supposed to target was Ragnar. So, in addition to dealing with his own punishment, he’s somehow going to have to make things up to David. And David is not going to make it easy for him.
This is a tale of pranks gone wrong, mending friendships, and lots of different kinds of punishment. Enjoy this short and steamy side-story in the Steel & Thunder universe featuring some of your favorite characters.
You can pre-order this book in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 15% OFF!
Make sure you catch up on all the books in the Steel & Thunder series using coupon code 4HP10 for 10% OFF your entire order.
We are excited for the release of The Coming Rebellion by Morgan Jackson & Kathleen Duncan!
Being the Queen wasn’t the problem …
Following a late night escape from Quenall, Queen Collette and her mercenary friends journey north to a neighboring kingdom, hoping to gain allies to help put Collette back on the throne. King Brath has a different proposal: marry him and become his queen. After Nawalya experiences a series of deadly visions, she struggles with revealing the possible futures to Whyldon, Tolan, and Collette. Tensions rise between Tolan and Larent, straining Collette’s already thin patience.
Back in Coralia, Zephraim and Rhoslyn are crowned the new King and Queen, but Lord Riken’s return threatens the success of the union. Behind the scenes, Commander Hawke tries to save those who are at risk due to the change in leadership, putting him and his wife in grave danger. Complications arise when Hawke begins receiving letters from a mysterious person.
Legends of Coralia: The Coming Rebellion is the second novel in this epic fantasy series. It contains LGBTQ+ themes, violence, adultery, revenge, discussions of genocide, language, and sexual content.
You can order this book in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!
You can catch up on book one of the series as well! Get them all and join in the adventures.
