Books for the Naughty Listers
Sometimes Plot is Overrated
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I am big into the idea of smutty books as part of someone's holiday self-care. I love and celebrate Christmas and New Year's, but if anyone tells you that they are times of pure fun and joy, then I assume their mom is still running most of the show.
For the rest of us who pay bills, try not to burn the green bean casserole, and spend dinners suffering through Aunt Karen's homophobic tirades for the sake of our closeted cousin, we need some serious escapism where we can get it. These picks go out to you.
Monster Pucked by Clio Evans and Ashley Bennett
Release Date: November 19, 2024
Content Notes
Age Gap
BDSM
Dom/Sub Dynamic
Holiday Romance
Vampire MMC
Orc MMC
Hockey Romance
Quick Take: Fans of Clio Evans and Ashley Bennett’s other holiday collab, Monster Pucker, will also enjoy Monster Pucked. The fluff is fluffier than whipped cream. The heat makes hot chocolate taste cool. That’s part of why Monster Pucker works, and this is the same.
About the Plot: This story picks up some characters from Monster Pucker and focuses on an M/M relationship with a dom/sub dynamic. Fans also get a small update about their beloved threesome in the previous book.
Why You’ll Love It: If your holidays need something 1)short, 2)mouth-watering, and 3)adorable, you should consider this book.
Skip It If: Sometimes people mistake the presence of kink to be the presence of “dark,” and if that is your expectation, I would steer away.
Elf’d by Ginger Kane
Release Date: December 1, 2021
Content Notes
Sexy White Elephant
He’s literally tasty
Holiday-Themed Spice
Magical Toy
P*rn w/out (much) Plot
Quick Take: This is pure, sweets-flavored monster erotica created by Ginger Kane. My only real disappointment is that no one has a candy cane-patterned silicone toy you can buy to go with it.
About the Plot: The plot exists like a cracker on a cheese platter at a holiday party. It is a delivery method.
Why You’ll Love It: The reader who needs more spice than substance for their holidays but would love if it was as festive as an ugly sweater party will find what they need here.
Skip It If: There is no epic journey here or much character development. Again, I refer back to my cheese platter metaphor.
Housekeeping
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