Mixed Media

by Erica DeQuaya

When long-time acquaintances Stephen Lemont and Jennifer Wartner end up in bed following a wedding, both are surprised and delighted at the heated desire ignited during their encounter. In the cold light of the morning after, however, practicality reigns over lust, and they decide a full-time relationship with one another is not in either of their best interests. But when both return to Chicago, they realize the erotic magnetism they have for one another is too strong to ignore, and decide to give a relationship serious consideration. Then Stephen, a high-profile director, is unjustly slapped with a sexual harassment lawsuit by an angry actress, placing Jennifer in a terrible quandary. As a managing editor for one of Chicago's daily newspapers, she's torn between protecting Stephen from the highly competitive media, and sacrificing her growing physical and emotional attraction to Stephen to protect her job and the credibility of her newspaper.

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First published December 1, 2004

About the author

During her more than two decades of writing, Erica DeQuaya has been a journalist with regional and national articles published under numerous bylines, a produced playwright and scriptwriter, and a copywriter with a base of happy repeat clients.

But as far back as her childhood, Erica always wanted to write fiction - and recently decided to turn her dream into reality by editing and writing the fiction she most enjoys reading. "Romantica is escapism but it's also an honest and earthy part of reality," says Erica, explaining why she enjoys the genre. "I love reading romances but get tired of having the bedroom door slammed in my face when things start getting interesting!"

Although her characters come from her imagination, Erica's romantic inspiration comes courtesy of her husband. "Even after more than 16 years of marriage, he's one of the most loving and caring individuals I know," Erica says. "We love spending time together, although our kissing and hugging really grosses our son out."

Born, raised and educated in Chicago, Erica lives in Texas with her husband, son and a neurotic dog. When she isn't writing, Erica enjoys hanging out with friends and family.