Set from one end of the country to the other, and points in between, the Canadian Shots explore love and

lust with heat and humor.

These short stories explore the lives of men who are as diverse as the places they live in and travel to.

Whether it's a new relationship between a pair of student stuck in a Montreal university library on Canada

day, a playful threesome on fetish night at a gay bar in Toronto, the the deeper love of a cook and a

cowboy in rural Alberta, or any of the many others, these characters and tales are sure to delight.

Drew Zachary - Dirt in the Sky

About Taste Test: Far Galaxies

Deep in the far reaches of space, men are out there loving each other, living lives most of us can't even

dream of. At least that's the idea behind Far Galaxies, where space ships and stations lend the perfect

atmosphere for a collection of short tales.

Drew Zachary gives us Dirt in the Sky, a story of a deep space gardener who attracts more than dirt. In

Vic Winter's Space Station Explorer, a mechanic learns that while solitude suits him, so does having some

relief he can count on. Chris Owen gives us Periphery, a story about facing up to the hard decisions in

life. Explore the stars! Give Far Galaxies a try.

Drew Zachary - Do You Belive in Magic

Illusionist Theo Charm was just having a really bad night when entertainment critic Craig Boston showed

up at his gig. A bad night that wasn't even his fault. So he figures he doesn't deserve the crappy review

Craig gives him, not one bit. When he marches into Craig's office to give the man a piece of his mind,

and the chance to see another show, he doesn't expect the critic to be drop dead gorgeous, or to be

someone he wants to get to know.

Drew Zachary - Emergency

In this City Hospital novel, EMT Brian is surprised when his good friend, ER doctor Stephen, confesses

that not only is his marriage on the rocks, but that he's bi as well. In fact, Stephen prefers men to women.

Brian, who always thought Stephen was cute and hot, but straight, suddenly sees a chance for them to be

more than just friends. He doesn't want to ruin that friendship, though, and he wants to be there for his

best friend as Stephen goes through the final collapse of his marriage, so he doesn't see them getting

together any time soon.

When Stephen's split from his wife becomes official and he needs to find a new place to live, Brian

offers his guest room and his desire to keep things on the friendship plane is tested. Not only is Stephen

sexy and hot, the man is beginning to explore his desire for men. Brian leaves out gay sex manuals and

porn on the coffee table, and offers to answer any questions Stephen might have.

When things come to a head and Stephen and Brian finally jump each other's bones, will they be able to

maintain their friendship? And will their relationship get deeper, or is Brian just a step on Stephen's

sexual journey?

Drew Zachary - Eye Spy 02 - With My Little Eye

Private Eye DB and his ghost partner Jesse from Eye Spy are back, and Jesse is dealing with Gwen, the

ghost of a little girl. The problem with dealing with ghosts is that they can't pay, and that they make the

police a little crazy. So when DB's new informant, the medium Yanya has a fit about the cops, and DB

and Jesse's love life, DB knows this case is going to be nothing but trouble.

DB and Jesse have their own problems to deal with, but they also have to figure out who killed Gwen,

and try to keep the killer from harming anyone else. Can they solve the case and try to find a way for a

man and a ghost to have a life together?

Drew Zachary - Eye Spy 03 - Something Green

The boys from Eye Spy and My Little Eye are back in this third installment about the private eye and the

ghost!

Things seem to be going well for DB and Jesse for a change and then Detective Joe Donners shows up.

Donners starts pressing DB for the truth about how DB always seems to be one step ahead.

Compounding this is Jesse's belief that Donners wants to be more than just friends with DB.

So when Madame Yanya calls, needing DB and Jesse's services to deal with a ghost who just won't leave

her alone, DB figures it's all in a strange day's work. Can DB solve the mystery, fob off the detective, and

keep his love life, such as it is, from imploding right before his very eyes?

Drew Zachary - Ferris Wheel

There's just something about a Ferris Wheel. Maybe it's the adrenaline rush from the heights. Maybe it's

just the feeling of anonymity that wandering around a carnival gives. Either way, it bring people together,

in this case young Lindsey and his hot stud of a one night stand, Jake.

When Jake returns year after year, meeting him after the Ferris Wheel closes down becomes tradition.

Even when Lindsey has a boyfriend who wants to join in the fun. Ryan and Lindsey leave Jake sore and

sated and ready for more until one year they have to bow out. They're not going to leave him hanging

though, introducing him to Dave, who is just possibly the hottest guy he'll ever meet. And love. Take a

chance on the midway. In Ferris Wheel, everybody wins.

Drew Zachary - Food and Books

Garett goes to the Other Shelf bookstore the same time every week. He loves the ladies who run the

place, and he loves the atmosphere. He likes the scenery, too, when he meets Nathan, who's also a regular

at the store, but one Garett has never met before.

After a little matchmaking from the bookstore ladies, Garett and Nathan decide to give each other a try.

Garett's a cop and Nathan's a cook, so they're not sure how much they have in common, but both of them

are willing to give it a go. Will they find something as enduring as the books they both love?

Drew Zachary - Freighter Flights 02 - Flying High

Will and Tab are back on the Arillia. This time the cargo ship belongs to Will. Everything seems to be

going well, at least with the Arillia, but what about Tab and Will's relationship? Can Will give Tab the

emotional commitment Tab needs to keep going?

And what happens when Tab's tweaking to the engine, throws the Arillia into a class it's not registered for

and Will is hit with a huge fine that not only clears him out, but has him scrambling for partners with

money? Will this spell the end of Will and Tab?

Drew Zachary - Heart Doctor

Drey Banerjee, head nurse on the cardiac floor at City Hospital, loves his job. He loves it even more when

heart doctor Brady MacDonald joins the team. Brady is cute, good at his job, and also gay. Soon the two

are flirting like crazy and Drey's showing Brady the ropes, the local diner, his bedroom…

Brady's got rules, though, about not dating his co-workers. Not to mention the hospital frowns on

fraternization between employees who work the same floor. Where does that leave Drey and Brady when

innocent flirting begins leading to much, much more? With a cast of secondary characters egging Drey

and Brady on, Heart Doctor is a heartwarming and delightful tale of falling in love.

Drew Zachary - Jericho Jones 1 - The Adventure BeginsThe first story of three, a Torquere Press Chaser

series!

When Jericho Jones inherits some money from a dead relation, he decides to take off on the adventure of

a lifetime. Following clues on an international scavenger hunt, Jericho goes from London to Egypt and

beyond, chasing his elusive prize, despite the dangers.

When he's threatened by folks a lot less scrupulous than him, Jericho is glad he met up with Caleb, an

ex-military stud who's pretty smart on his own, keeping up with the clues, and with Jericho's desires. Will

they manage to keep themselves on the trail of treasure?

Jericho Jones 2: Down Under

The second story of three, a Torquere Press Chaser series!

The search is still on in this second instalment of the Jericho Jones adventure. Caleb, the big guy that

Jericho is travelling with, thinks that Jericho is pretty cute, and damned smart. He's also convinced that

Jericho need his protection, so he's going to stick close and make sure no one makes any bad moves.

They'll have to part ways sooner or later. Caleb and Jericho both know that. But following clues through

Australia is something they can do together, and Caleb likes the other things they can do together a lot. So

he'll stay with Jericho. For now.

Jericho Jones 3: The Adventure Ends

The third story of three, a Torquere Press Chaser series!

Jericho Jones knows that the amazing scavenger hunt he's been on is about to come to an end. He and

Caleb, the beautiful man he met on the trail of treasure, have split up for a while, both of them knowing

they need to concentrate on the clues.

When Jericho gets the chance to hook up with Caleb again, he takes it, and just in time. Dangerous men

have been following Jericho, waiting for their chance to spring, and he'll need all of Caleb's help to make

it through. Can Jericho and Caleb stay safe, and win the prize?

Drew Zachary - On Fire 02 - Still Burning

Robert and Sam are back in this sequel to On Fire! Fire Chief Robert is completely unaware that Sam is

having trouble with the residents of their small Canadian town. He doesn't hear any of the barbs that

come Sam's way about them living together in an openly gay relationship.

Much younger and not as well-loved by the whole town, Sam feels pretty much like an outsider, and

things get rougher for him when Robert has an accident on the job. Sam finds out that some folks would

prefer to see him gone, and some feel like he's not such a great influence on his third grade students.

When Robert finds out about Sam's troubles, he sets out to put things right, working toward finding Sam

the acceptance he so desperately craves, both in the community and in their own home. Can Robert make

Sam understand how much he cares? Can Sam handle the new demands placed on his life by Robert's

new commitment?

Drew Zachary - On Fire Christmas (Free Web) [pdf]

Robert and Sam are preparing for Christmas, each in his own way, both looking forward to Christmas

morning. All Robert has to do to get there is survive Sam, Sam's impromptu Christmas party for the

students in his class, and the fact that the gift carefully ordered for Sam still hasn't shown up. Sam is full

of irrepressible Christmas cheer and an insatiable appetite for his favorite fireman, thrilled to be

celebrating Christmas with his husband. However, Robert still finds ways to surprise and excite Sam,

reminding him that he has the best gift anyone could get, every single day.

Drew Zachary - Skin Deep

In a world where extrasensory talent is acknowledged but not trusted, it's not easy to be Razzi, a young

man with an "extra". Especially when someone in the complex where he lives fingers him for a crime he

didn't commit.

Dannen Garniner is the Protector sent to investigate him, and he's fascinated by Razzi in spite of himself.

Who wouldn't be fascinated by a kid who can change his appearance at will? But it goes deeper than that,

as they soon find out. Can Dannen and Razzi both face their fears about their abilities, and about letting

someone else get close?

Drew Zachary - The Painted House

Location scout Gabriel Nash finds himself looking for a beach house in Nova Scotia, hoping to find

something perfect for the new movie he's working on. When he sees Marc's house, he knows it's just

right, but painter and loner Marc doesn't want to deal with all the people a movie shoot would bring into

his home. Marc wouldn't mind having Gabriel around, though. In fact, he finds Gabriel inspiring, making

him the subject of his paintings while Gabriel works to find another house. The two of them get to know

each other well, much to Marc's agent's dismay. She thinks Gabriel is just using Mark, but changes her

tune when Gabriel offers to take Marc to L.A. with him. The problem is that Marc hates L.A. and

everything it stands for. He hates the crowds of people and the spotlight of gallery showings. He can't be

a part of Gabriel's world, and he needs to go back to his house, where he can see the sea and find peace.

Can Gabriel give up on his dream to move Marc to California and find a way for them to be together in

Marc's perfect house on the beach?

Drew Zachary - Transforming Hades

Scientist Caspian Trueway is excited about his first job with TerraFCorp, figuring out where to drill for

water on TF-21, nicknamed Hades for its rough terrain. When he gets there he meets Robin, an old hand

at terraforming who takes Caspian under his wing.

They find out they have more in common than their jobs, and they're just settling in when a saboteur

starts wreaking havoc with their water supplies and equipment. When the attacks start spilling over to the

people, they realize things are getting out of hand. Together they work to find the saboteur, but can their

new relationship take the strain?

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