Delicious Escape Publications

08/28/2023

Whew, been a minute, right? No worries, we've been busy. We'd like to announce the release of our first printed novel 'The Delicious Escape' by Marlon S. Hayes.

It's available on all preferred sites and the audiobook is coming soon! Buy and review, and we thank you all for your continued support!

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https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-delicious-escape-marlon-s-hayes/1143842883?ean=9781088223987

The Delicious Escape

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas. Here's a tale guaranteed to bring warmth.

12/01/2022

Scott Lyell's new release, "Connections," is out now on Amazon and Kindle

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11/30/2022

A Game with Two Winners?

Connections
[Scott Lyell]

“The whole thing began because of a game of Truth or Dare that got really out of hand.
I guess that game has a reputation for doing that, and I shouldn’t have been surprised at how fast it went off the rails. But the people I was playing with—coworkers at Vane Real Estate Agency—were all “just friends,” and when Ruth Ward suggested it, we all went along.”

Is it a competition? Or is it a connection? Whatever it might be, it will be fun to find out.
Connections by Scott Lyell
December 1st

11/27/2022

One Never Knows

When we break up with someone, yes it hurts, but our fear of the next new thing stays on our minds as well. The hassle of courting, wooing, getting to know someone, and letting them know us, is quite daunting.

Unless the unexpected happens, and we find ourselves in something new and delightful we couldn’t see coming. It’s fulfilling to fall into a “Happy for now” situation, but the possibility for a “Happy ever after” is not out of the question.

Two people who weren’t looking for each other, spontaneous combustion, heartstrings, and the allure of a new adventure… with an unexpected connection.

Connections by Scott Lyell coming December 1st.

11/24/2022

Wait A Few Minutes… or Days

They say patience is a virtue, and believe me when I tell of how we at Delicious Escape Publications have been doing our best to practice and learn how to not jump the gun, get overanxious, or move too fast.

When we started our company, we couldn’t wait to show the world what we were capable of doing. A vault full of steamy tales and erotic adventures, all with gripping storylines, professional editing, and eye-catching covers. We released a few stories before we had our plan completely formed. And that is how the lesson of patience began.

COVID-19, life events, etc., we kept working diligently to get our stuff together. And now, it’s time. We’re excited and ready to roll out our upcoming releases, newsletter, website, and our other social media sites.

It’s Thanksgiving and we are grateful for our team, our ideas, and those who have continued to support us. Tomorrow is Black Friday and we’re asking our fans to hold back a few coins and dollars… just for a few days.

December 1st is Release and Rollout Day. Get ready.

Marlon S. Hayes
CEO, Delicious Escape Publications
[email protected]

06/01/2022

Delicious Escape Publications prides itself on inclusion for every reader and their experiences. Dare 2 Dream does not disappoint!

05/27/2022

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05/16/2022

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05/16/2022

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01/25/2022

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11/26/2021

Friday, November 26th

Shopping today?

If you’re sitting in front of your computer catching Black Friday deals, don’t forget to give us a chance. Check out our selections, and find a Delicious Escape for yourself.

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Nights of Wine and Rosa https://books2read.com/u/31YpM6
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11/23/2021

Tuesday, November 23rd

The Gratefulness of Simply Being

Thanksgiving is a couple of days away, and as we think about the love, the food, the influx of relatives, and how we’re going to work off the newly-gained weight, take a moment to close your eyes… and exhale.

We’re still here.

Things happen, tragedies occur, love goes away, friends become enemies, and every day we’re blessed to be here, we get a chance to try it again in an effort to get it right. That’s something to be grateful about, and yeah, it is the most important thing.

11/22/2021

Mondays with menasha

Purses and Heels

I have a favorite purse, a chocolate Dooney and Burke I’ve had since college. It’s durable, comfortable, and I find myself finding excuses to keep it around, because it has passed its expiration date. I have heels I’ve kept it my closet, some which are five-inches, and I know those have definitely been around too long. I guess I keep ‘em as a reminder of who I once was, and the life I used to lead.

Heels (or shoes in general) and purses need to match for everyday outfits, weekend clothes, and special occasions. As my life has moved forward, accessories which once meant everything, have no place anymore. It’s kind of like friendships and relationships, right?

We outgrow people too, and even though it’s hard to fathom our lives without them, those folks no longer match who we have become. Let it be… and go shopping for that and those which compliment who we've become.

11/19/2021

Budgeting for the Holidays

Alright, I know romance is important, as well as the need to da*zle our significant others. However, any purchase/date over fifty bucks should be put on hold until December 25th. Because she’ll open her gift expecting Louis or Gucci, only to find a Pandora gift card. Her face may be frowning or perplexed, but just shrug it off, and respond; “Remember that weekend you wanted prime rib and champagne? That was your Gucci purse.” Lol.

In order not to have that situation, make sure all weekend action until Christmas is under budget. Oh, and make sure she knows that it’ll be “eight tracks and six-packs” for a while.

11/18/2021

Timing is Everything

I once dated a woman who was a car model for magazines. She was in and out of town, and I think we may have lasted a month or so. It was cool for what it was, but it couldn’t have become anything more. Different lifestyles and responsibilities made it one of those “it was fun while it lasted” situations.

In life, we meet people who check enough of our boxes for us to be intrigued, yet if it’s not the right time, then all we can do is shrug and move on. The best things happen right when they’re supposed to. My month with the car model was fun, but I can’t remember a single thing we discussed. On the other hand, I remember every word exchanged with my wife on our first date. I guess the time was right.
Marlon

11/17/2021

Check Us Out

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It’s HumpDay again, and we’re inviting folks to check out the products we’ve released thus far, in hopes of gaining fans, support, and the oh-so-important “word of mouth” element. We’re ramping up our production line, and I think/hope we’ll be releasing something new every six weeks.

See what the buzz is about. Check out ‘Dare to Dream’ by Scott Lyell, ‘Nights of Wine and Rosa’ by Marlon S. Hayes, and keep on supporting us.

Dare to Dream by Scott Lyell

11/16/2021

Getting Over Them

The only sure-fire method of getting over a breakup… does not exist. Sorry. Time helps, as does distance, but when a person imprints upon our souls, it does not fade away at the instant the relationship is officially over.

Jumping right back into dating can be toxic as well, because we carry those fresh scars with us like old baggage, and probably dooming the new thing before it gets a chance to blossom. Take time to heal before moving forward, and don’t let lonesome nostalgia be the reason to go back. Relax, read, watch movies, and become a better friend to yourself. Every ending is a new beginning.

11/16/2021

Monday Motivation with menasha
Be Memorable

I know, why the lower case ‘M?’ I wanna be different, like e.e. cummings, or k.d. lang, where it stands out and sticks in someone’s memory. That’s also the approach I use in the other parts of my life, whether at work or at play, or with my man. Being atypical, or different, or, as I see it, unique, is a surefire way to land in someone’s mind, or in their life, or… in their bed… and stay there.
I like to plan things which aren’t expected. I like to go places off of the beaten path. And I never want to be predictable. When it comes to relationships, being vanilla is boring, and it gets old. Date nights are good, but don’t let them become monotonous. Dinner, drinks, s*x, sleep. Yawn. Switch it up constantly, by trying new things and new ideas, and dinner is just dinner, no matter how delicious. Was it memorable though? As memorable as a trio of musicians showing up in the backyard to play while feeding each other tidbits and sipping wine? Or having a private paint and sip? Or spending the night at a bed and breakfast, because skydiving is scheduled for the following morning as a surprise? Or writing him/her a love letter and adding a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ box at the bottom.
Strive to not only be different, strive to be memorable.

11/12/2021

Friday Fun

The Cinephile Speaks
Everyone has a favorite romantic movie, or in my case, twenty favorites. Lol. However, what movie might your significant other love? What about the ones you always meant to watch, but never got around to it? Well, there’s nothing like the present, right?

I’m a movie fanatic, and I have certain movies which I have to watch every so often, or as my momma puts it, “When my love comes down.” It’s true. So, as the weather is turning chillier, plan a weekend date of watching movies, snuggled up with your person, eating nachos, popcorn, and hot wings. No, wait. No hot wings! Scratch that! LOL.

Here’s my Fave Five romance movies;
1. When Harry Met Sally
2. Love Jones
3. Sleepless in Seattle
4. You’ve Got Mail
5. As Good As It Gets

You’re welcome. Lol.
Open for suggestions, and enjoy the weekend.

11/11/2021

Throwback Thursday

The Key to Christmas

Halloween has passed and now our attention turns to the traditional holidays, and to family, and as always, to love. Check out a seasonal favorite ‘The Key to Christmas,’ which we guarantee will add spice much more soul-fulfilling than pumpkin spice. Lol. Sorry, not a fan.

Download ‘The Key to Christmas,’ and tell a friend

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The Key to Christmas by Marlon Hayes

11/10/2021

Humpday Wednesday

The idea of love is daunting, because no one wants to be in love by themselves. Unrequited love is as old as the universe, and it has been written about and sung of forever. But… what happens if the object of our affection happens to reciprocate those feelings and emotions? Hmmm.

Download ‘Dare to Dream’ by Scott Lyell on your favorite place for e-books, and enjoy this tender love story.

https://books2read.com/u/4A5NNJ

Dare to Dream by Scott Lyell

11/09/2021

The Before

Meeting someone, making a connection with them, and inviting them into our worlds is serious business, much more so as we become more familiar with who we are as individuals. Sure, she looks awesome in fitted jeans, or a sundress, or a business suit, and yeah, she’d probably look amazing without a stitch of clothing on. But… how will she look in your life?

I think we get so caught up in the aftermath of becoming involved with someone that we ignore the things we should have noticed, learned, and took notes on before taking the next steps. I like to think of it as ‘The Before.’ That period of time when the red flags showed up, but we ignored them, or when the newness was so intriguing, it didn’t bother us they called ten times a day, or they told you they loved to travel, but hadn’t been anywhere in the last five years… except Vegas.

Before becoming involved, find out if it’s even worth your time. Before engaging your heart, engage your mind and senses. If it waddles and quacks, then it’s probably a duck. Concentrate on ‘The Before,’ in order to fully enjoy ‘The After.’

11/08/2021

Motivation Mondays with Menasha

Don’t Be Scared

I have a story to share, a tale which forced me partially out of my safe, little world, into something new, exhilarating, and at the same time, terrifying. My name is Menasha Shea-Scott, and (deep a*z breath) I’m a writer. That’s the first time I’ve typed that for public viewing, and according to the guy who coaxed me into embracing this new reality (Hey Marlon!), it will not be the last, by far.
Last year, I observed a Facebook discussion in one of my writing groups, and the subject was erotic/steamy romance stories. A comment about the necessity and appreciation for the genre by a guy led to an innocent (HAHA) dialogue between us in messenger. Finally, he convinced me to send him a story, and nervously, I did. It’s called ‘The Divorce Lawyer.’ He didn’t respond for a few days, and my feelings were hurt, because I thought that meant it sucked. When he got back to me, he asked “what else do you have?” And then, he told me his plan.
I didn’t know his credentials, as far as being a writer and CEO of an erotic publishing company. He told me these things, and yeah, I Googled him, because people lie or over exaggerate. He was legit, and I listened to his thoughts and plans about my writing. Yes, MY WRITING! I sent him four short stories; plus the first part of a novel I’ve been toying with. I received a contract from Marlon S. Hayes and Delicious Escape Publications, and after research and convos with my husband and homegirl (she’s a lawyer), I signed. He said they weren’t even looking to sign any writers, but I intrigued them. Happy, happy, joy, joy!
So… I am next up in the release queue. ‘Chasing Waterfalls’ coming soon! Also (here we go again!), he talked me into writing a post every week for Mondays. ‘Motivation Mondays with Menasha.’ I like it. I hope you all do as well.
We hide our true selves in metaphorical closets, not realizing how much we’re cheating our souls by doing so. Exhale, put it on the altar, and step out into something new, which may be the one thing needed to become the best version of ourselves. See, that’s motivation, right?
Talk to y’all next week, and thanks. It was nice to meet all of you.
Menasha

11/05/2021

Friday Fun; A Simple Drive

Dinner dates are great, but they’re typical. Sorry. Ditto for movie dates. Yet, an automobile offers many more possibilities.
Clear your schedules, pack a cooler with cold drinks, and use the car as a means to an unscheduled Delicious Escape. Turn on favorite tunes, and drive away from the city. Explore little restaurants on Main Street, America, browse antique shops, hold hands, and visit small galleries in small towns not too far from the city. Take romance on the road.

11/04/2021

Thursday; Lingerie Is Not a Gift

As a man, I can freely admit to admiring a woman in s*xy, delicious-looking lingerie. But… for the record, it is not to be given as a gift… ever.
It’s a selfish gift to give, because it’s not meant for the woman’s enjoyment, but for ours. On the flipside, a woman wearing lingerie for a birthday or romantic occasion isn’t much different, unless there are football tickets or plane tickets hidden in the cups.
Be thoughtful when buying a gift, and put selfishness aside.

11/04/2021

Late edition**
Wednesday; HumpDay News

https://books2read.com/u/4A5NNJ

It’s here! Download ‘Dare to Dream’ by Scott Lyell, and enjoy! Leave a review and thank you!

11/02/2021

Tuesday Tips; Anytime, Anyplace

Yes, there’s a decorum involved when in a romantic situation, especially when outside in public. But honestly, why? Mind you, there are social standards we try to adhere to, usually due to worrying about how our actions look to others. The fact of the matter is, those people and their opinions shouldn’t matter when it comes to our romantic and intimate relationships.
Hold hands, whisper sweet words in their ear, and make hints about future activities. Kiss them on the neck, touch them on the face, look into their eyes, and make them forget the rest of the world exists. It’s possible to make the idea of ‘anytime, anyplace,’ a reality.

11/01/2021

Monday; The Best First Dates

Thinking back on certain first dates brings smiles, and sighs of appreciation for moments which can never be repeated… or can they?
If in a relationship where the first date was both memorable and magical, recreate it if possible, while adding to it the knowledge which had come since that occasion.
Spice it up and let us know if it was just as memorable, if not more so.