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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

🔥 PLAYING WITH FIRE - OUT NOW! 🔥 Two years of friends-to-lovers pining, a v1rgin tech whiz, and a possessive vigilante with fire issues. "You're mine. Non-negotiable." - Xavier Get the direct edition before May 13: levelandromance.com #mmromance #darkromance #demisexual

Book cover for 'Playing with Fire' by L Eveland, showing a handsome young man with dark hair in a leather jacket against a fiery orange background. The cover is surrounded by smoke effects and trope labels including 'Best Friends to Lovers,' 'Virgin MC,' 'D/S and BDSM,' 'Wax and Fire Play' on the left side, and 'Forced Proximity,' 'Found Family,' 'Hurt/Comfort,' and 'Vigilante Justice' on the right side. The book is labeled as 'Wayward Sons #6'.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Luka’s a golden retriever with a sniper rifle and so much unresolved trauma. He k1dn@ps his therapist. Feelings ensue. Bullets fly. Nobody’s emotionally safe. Ruthless is coming soon. Dark MM romance. High heat. Terrible coping. You in? #TheFerrymen #WIPWednesday

A shirtless man with tousled dark hair and a large tribal-style tattoo on his shoulder stares confidently at the camera. Bold, colorful text reads: "He psychoanalyzed my dick and I f*cking loved it." The quote appears in stylized fonts with bright yellow, pink, and neon green splashes. At the bottom, red text reads "RUTHLESS" and white text reads "Read on patreon.com/levelandauthor."

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

🔥 Teaser Tuesday 🔥 “I’d give him the world if he asked for it. Or burn it all down. Whichever he prefers.” PLAYING WITH FIRE drops May 21 via direct pre-order (Amazon: May 28). Cover reveal soon! 💥 Pre-order now: levelandromance.com/products/pre... #MMRomance #MMRomanceBooks #SpicyBooks #LGBTQ+

A close-up of a shirtless, muscular man with teal-blue lighting highlighting his chest and arm. He holds a vape pen in one hand. Flames and smoke curl around him in the background. Bold, gritty text overlays the image: "I’d give him the world if he asked for it. Or burn it all down. Whichever he prefers." In the lower left corner, the book title and author are displayed: "Playing with Fire" by L Eveland.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

🚨 Hero Worship Update! 🚨 The wrong file was uploaded to Amazon, and the corrected version couldn’t be distributed. I’ve pulled the book temporarily & will republish ASAP. If you bought the flawed version, email LEveland@GrimCatPress.com with proof of purchase for the fixed copy. So sorry!

An update graphic for the book Hero Worship by L. Eveland. The left side features the book cover, which shows a person with dark hair, wearing a fur coat and jewelry, against a pink and red background. The right side contains white text on a black background explaining that the wrong file was uploaded to Amazon, the book has been temporarily removed, and buyers can email proof of purchase to receive the corrected version. The author apologizes for the issue and notes they may not respond to DMs while working.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Xander and Ash's book is currently #672 on all of Amazon!!!😱Look at the company my baby's keeping on the charts this morning.

An image of the top 10 books in the Vigilante Justice category on Amazon featuring Hero Worship at #3 alongside other popular booktok books in the same category.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

I was asleep all day after staying up all night with nerves but I woke up to this! Thank you to everyone who has read and shared about Hero Worship! <3

A screenshot of an Amazon sales page for the ebook of Hero Worship by L Eveland featuring an orange banner that reads: #1 new release in Vigilante Justice

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

NEW RELEASE! 💜🔥 Ash has to pose as my husband. The perfect chance to get close... if we survive. One thing's certain—by the end of this mission, he’ll be mine. 👀✨ Hero Worship (Wayward Sons #6) is out now! Read it on #KindleUnlimited. readerlinks.com/l/4544769 #MMRomance #NewRelease #DarkRomance

New release promotional graphic for the book Hero Worship by L. Eveland. The image features a digital tablet displaying the book cover, which depicts a stylish person in a fur coat, pearl accessories, and bold makeup against a dark background. The promotional text reads:

"Ash has to pose as my husband. It’s the perfect opportunity for us to get close and cozy... as long as we survive. One thing is for certain. By the end of this mission, Ash will be mine."

The background of the image is pink and purple with a faint Eiffel Tower silhouette. "NEW RELEASE" is written in large metallic letters at the top. The Kindle Unlimited and Amazon logos are displayed at the bottom, indicating the book’s availability on Amazon Kindle Unlimited.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

🌿 NEW MINI FIC ALERT! 🌿 River and Theo are back in "Feeding the Garden" a new Wayward Sons mini fic featuring our favorite mycologist vigilante, a puppy in need of rescue, and some... creative gardening solutions. Available now for Working out the Kinks+ tier subscribers on Patreon and Ream!

A promotional graphic for a mini fiction titled Feeding the Garden by L Eveland. The left side features the book cover, which has an orange, textured background. The title is in bold white text, with "Feeding" stacked above "The Garden." Above the title, there are four objects: three human teeth and a cluster of oyster mushrooms. Below the title, the author's name is displayed in smaller white text.

The right side of the graphic has a green textured background with text in white and yellow. The headline reads "NOW AVAILABLE" in bold, capitalized letters. The description introduces the story, mentioning characters River and Theo, a mycologist vigilante, a German Shepherd puppy, and "creative gardening solutions." The last section of text states that the mini fic is available for "Working out the Kinks+" tier subscribers on Patreon and Ream.

At the bottom of the graphic, there is an image of small pinkish mushrooms growing on a mossy surface, adding a natural, eerie aesthetic to the design.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

I said I would never write a Roscommon because I wasn't funny enough. I guess I'm about to find out if that's true.

White text on a black background that says: As You #Like & #Share It by Pepper Oakley

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

I'm very slowly working on Yuri and Nikita's book... #AmWriting #MMRomance #DarkRomance #LGBTQ+

My heart pounded in my ears. I was acutely aware of Sacha going still next to me, not even breathing. I licked my lips. "This is America, the land of opportunity, is it not? What is opportunity without a few devils?"
He smirked and ran the barrel of the gun down my neck. The metal was cold against my skin, but his eyes burned hot. "I could be your devil, zaychik. What do you say?"

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

If you pre-ordered Hero Worship directly from me, check your inbox! The book went out early last night, so you should already have your copy. Also, the Amazon edition is now releasing on February 24th, three days earlier than originally scheduled! Happy reading! #MMRomance #DarkRomance

An e-reader displaying the cover of Hero Worship by L Eveland is centered in the image. The book cover features a person with short dark hair, wearing a pink faux fur coat and pearl accessories, against a moody pink and purple background. Bold metallic text reads "Hero Worship" with "Wayward Sons #6" above it. The background of the image has diagonal light blue stripes. At the top, red text reads, "If you pre-ordered Hero Worship direct from me, check your inbox!" Below the e-reader, large red text says, "You Got Mail." To the right, a red mailbox with heart decorations and a raised flag is shown, symbolizing delivered messages.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

Surprise release! The Renegade Mage, a prequel to The Silent Prince, is here. Forbidden love, rebellion, and dark magic await. Get it exclusively from me: levelandromance.com 💙

A digital promotional graphic for The Renegade Mage by L. Eveland. The book cover features two men in dramatic poses, one wielding a glowing sword and the other casting magic. The background blends warm golden light with deep blues and purples, evoking a mystical atmosphere. The text "Available Now" is prominently displayed at the top, while "ONLY AT LEVELANDROMANCE.COM" is positioned at the bottom. Traditional architectural elements and floating cherry blossom petals frame the image, enhancing its fantasy aesthetic.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

🥳🥳🥳 Thank you for supporting the release of MAGIC IN MY BONES! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

Book cover and Amazon listing for Magic in My Bones (Delightfully Dark Arts Book 1) by Pepper Oakley. The cover features a young man with short dark hair wearing a dark blue coat, standing in front of a gothic-style academy with glowing green lights. The title is in elegant gold lettering, and the series name, Delightfully Dark Arts, is written below.

The Amazon listing shows a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews and highlights that the book is the #1 New Release in Transgender Romance. The book's description introduces Ren Wickens, a scholarship student at Blackstone Academy for the Dark Arts, and Professor Dorian Crowe, who is captivated by Ren. The story includes elements of MM romance, necromancy, and gothic fantasy.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

If you like morally gray elves, and are into a slow-burn true enemies to lovers tale between an elven warlord and his captive, you'll like my Sun and Moon series. Start with The Silent Prince! readerlinks.com/l/4018653

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

I'm not a lawyer and can't offer legal advice. But for anyone in the DC area, it appears citizens arrests are totally legal. And considering we know exactly where Elon and his goons are, and that what they're doing is a felony... Not saying you should. But you COULD. #protests #FuckElon #Resist

A screencap of the Code of the District of Columbia that reads:
§ 23–582. Arrests without warrant by other persons.
(a) A special policeman shall have the same powers as a law enforcement officer to arrest without warrant for offenses committed within premises to which his jurisdiction extends, and may arrest outside the premises on fresh pursuit for offenses committed on the premises.

(b) A private person may arrest another —

(1) who he has probable cause to believe is committing in his presence —

(A) a felony; or

(B) an offense enumerated in section 23-581(a)(2); or

(2) in aid of a law enforcement officer or special policeman, or other person authorized by law to make an arrest.

(c) Any person making an arrest pursuant to this section shall deliver the person arrested to a law enforcement officer without unreasonable delay.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Got out of the house today and it helped some. I'll be back to work doing edits on Hero Worship tomorrow! Here's a picture of my cat Button to brighten up your feed!

A lazy black and white cat leaning on a printer. A sign in the background notes: please do not feed the sasquatch.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

WVU in West Virginia abruptly shut down its GAC clinic, which served adults (it's illegal in WV for minors to get GAC). So I sent them an email. I encourage everyone else to do so. Let them know it hasn't gone unnoticed! #resist #translivesmatter

The image is a screenshot of an email draft in Gmail. The subject line reads "WVU’s Cowardice in Discontinuing Gender-Affirming Care." The recipients are lgbtq@mail.wvu.edu and presidentsoffice@mail.wvu.edu. The body of the email expresses disappointment and outrage over West Virginia University (WVU) shutting down its gender-affirming care clinic, stating that this decision was not legally required and will endanger trans and non-binary individuals. The sender urges WVU leadership to reconsider and share the message with decision-makers.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

I love getting new book covers! It feels like Christmas! <3 I'm currently sitting on one I haven't revealed yet so take another look at Xander's beautiful face!

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

You want badass trans tops and sweet subby kitty monsters who hulk out when their mate gets threatened? I got you for that too. readerlinks.com/l/3521742

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Read. Trans. Books. And if you're looking for something that's low angst, feel good, full of magic and unapologetic trans joy, I got you. readerlinks.com/l/4560460

This image features promotional material for the book Magic in My Bones by Pepper Oakley, part of the Delightfully Dark Arts series. It highlights an exclusive early access offer with a special discount using the code "RAINBOWJOY." The cover showcases a dark, mystical theme, with a young man dressed in dark clothing set against a glowing, magical backdrop. The promotional text is vibrant, using rainbow colors for emphasis, adding to the book's inclusive tone. The author's name, L. Eveland, appears as a pseudonym "Pepper Oakley."

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

I feel like today is a good day to share this quote from Xander's book: "Your refusal to acknowledge my existence doesn't change who I am. It doesn't erase me. I'm here. I'm queer. I look fabulous in heels. And I don't need your fucking approval." Pre-order: readerlinks.com/l/4544769

This image shows a young individual with striking features, wearing a white, textured, fluffy coat, and looking directly into the camera with an intense expression. The text overlaid on the image reads:

"Your refusal to acknowledge my existence doesn't change who I am."
Hero Worship
L Eveland

The design has a bold, confident aesthetic with contrasting fonts and colors, emphasizing individuality and self-acceptance.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Did I sleep? No. But I finished all the rewrites on Hero Worship! It's off to the editor. ARC sign ups soon!

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

And if you want a free book featuring a non-binary lead set in the same universe... dl.bookfunnel.com/64xstxelvi #MMRomancebooks #MMRomance #BookSky #queerbooks #lgbtqbooks

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Need a break from today’s news? I’ve released Magic in My Bones early, exclusively in my shop. A celebration of queer joy, love, and magic. For the next 10 days, it’s $2 off with code RAINBOWJOY. Read it now: readerlinks.com/l/4560460 #MMRomanceBooks #MMRomance #BookSky #queerbooks #lgbtqbooks

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Cover Reveal: Hero Worship It's not obsession if he feels it too...right? Coming Feb 27th, but you can get it even earlier (and with a bonus epilogue) if you order it direct from me: levelandromance.com/products/her...

This is a promotional image for a book titled "Hero Worship" by L. Eveland, which is part of the "Wayward Sons" series (#6). The image features a dramatic, stylish cover with a person wearing a faux fur coat, jewelry, and bold makeup, set against a dark, moody background. The text announces the book's release date as February 27th.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Reminder: I'm still looking for ARC readers for Magic in My Bones! 💀 All the cozy dark academia vibes 📖 Professor/student age gap romance 🏳️‍⚧️ Trans MC 🔥 Enough spice to fog a classroom window. 🐾 Cute familiars 🖤 Mystery, spice, & a lil kink Please fill out the form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

This image features a promotional graphic for an ARC (Advance Reader Copy) call. The title reads "ARC Readers Wanted" in bold, elegant text. Below it is the cover of the book Magic in My Bones by Pepper Oakley, labeled as "Delightfully Dark Arts Book One." The cover shows a young man in a dark turtleneck and blazer against a mystical backdrop with a gothic-style building and glowing green magical elements swirling around. The background of the promotional image includes a full moon and dark, eerie foliage, adding a moody, magical atmosphere.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

I’m looking for ARC readers for Magic in My Bones! You'll enjoy this if you like: 💀 cozy dark academia vibes 📖 professor/student + age gap 🏳️‍⚧️ trans main character 🔥 Enough spice to fog a classroom window 🐾 Cute familiars 👾 A touch of mystery + magic sign up form: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS....

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

In a world of digital pleasure and corporate control, he was the assassin sent to eliminate me. But you can't program real connection – and his touch rewrote everything I thought I knew about feeling alive. HARDWIRED - A Dark MM Cyberpunk Romance. Coming soon! #WIPWednesday

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Happy Holidays, y'all! Kissed by the Krampus is free until the 27th! readerlinks.com/l/3010874

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

🎄 New Waywardverse short! 🎄 In Christmas Auction, Gavin Lockheart’s routine night at the Playground’s charity auction turns unforgettable when a masked sub wins him with a shocking bid. Chemistry ignites, and the unmasking changes everything. Exclusively on Ream & Patreon!

A promotional image for a Christmas short story featuring a shirtless man leaning in the top frame, Christmas lights, and the image of a book cover, which is green with a red bow and reads: Christmas Auction. The text reads: Gavin Lockheart is expecting another routine night at the Playground's annual Christmas charity auction. But when a mysterious sub in a silver-trimmed mask wins him with an unprecedented bid, their scene becomes anything but ordinary. The chemistry is explosive, the submission exquisite. Yet beneath the intense power exchange lies a deeper connection--one that's revealed when the mask finally comes off.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

🎉 Happy Release Day! 🎉 Too Many Beds is here! This anthology flips the "only one bed" trope upside down. It features my story, Killers Like Us, about two mobsters finding love while on the run. Grab your copy—available for 6 months only! 📖 books2read.com/beds

Image of a book sitting next to a leaf, a cup of coffee, and a white flower. The Book cover reads: TOO MANY BEDS: A trope-subversive gay romance anthology. Authors include Adelaide Blaike, Amy Campbell, Ashlynn Mills, BL Jones, F.A. Lantern, Jem Zero, Jessica A McMinn, L Eveland, Marie Reynard, and Rebecca Cohen

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Too Many Beds is releasing December 10th! You've heard of the only one bed trope, right? Some authors decided to flip that trope on its head! This anthology will only be available on the Zon for 6 months so grab your copy while you still can! Preorder here: books2read.com/beds

Book cover featuring a stack of rainbow colored pillows for a book: Too Many Beds. The image reads: Too Many Beds: A trope-subversive Gay romance anthology releasing 10 December 2024.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Body and Soul came out yesterday and peaked overnight at around 560 in the entire Amazon store. 😮I didn't get the exact number because I was busy. Thank you so much to everyone who supported this book release! You can get yourself a copy here: readerlinks.com/l/4359590

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

In other news, I finished the 35k prequel to the novel I was working on and made this cover for it. Hopefully it's not awful because it's what I can afford until after the move is complete. (Made with Canva.)

A book cover for a book "Fauning For You" in shades of green and gold. The other text reads: A Delightfully Dark Arts Prequel by L Eveland.

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L Eveland/Pepper Oakley @leveland.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

I am almost done writing Magic in My Bones so happy trans awareness week! The MC, Ren Wickens, is trans and so am I. :)

Image of a skull with pink and blue flowers and white butterflies on a black background with sparkles. Text reads: "I was Ren Wickens, and I was a man. I had always been a man, even when the outside didn't match the person I knew myself to be inside." Magic in My Bones by L Eveland.

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