1) Which was your favorite scene to write in Cinderella: A BDSM Retelling?
Undoubtedly it was the scene where
Fairy Kink Mother appears and creates her magic! Her imagination, creativity,
and humor were a delight. When she reappears at the end, I also really enjoyed
that – though I don’t want to spoiler anything. I have to say she was my
favorite character to write if only because her earthy haughtiness (if it can
be said that such a thing exists) really amused me.
2) Did you have a favorite Cinderella book or movie when you were
younger?
Of course I don’t remember the name of
the book or its author, but I had a gorgeously illustrated picture book of
fairy tales. I’ve always been enamoured of historical fashions, and I’ve spent
quite some time studying fashion in earnest. I pay quite a bit of attention to
fashion in my version of Cinderella, and I’d like to think my love of costume
shines through.
3) What was it about the Cinderella legend that appealed to you?
I think it’s always been my favorite
ever since I was little. Being a natural blonde, plus possessing of an
extremely rich imagination my entire life, I could easily close my eyes and
imagine being swept away to live ever after as Princess Cinderella. Hey, it’s
the original rags-to-riches tale! Who hasn’t at some point? ;)
4) Was this your first fairy tale retelling? Can readers look forward to
any more retellings from you in the future?
My first was actually Wolf Moon: Redd’s First Ride, which was
rated 5 stars by Hotly Ever After (now merged with Kinky Book
Reviews), and earned me an interview at the Wholesome
Addiction podcast, episode 32. It is an alternate universe retelling
of Red Riding Hood complete with werewolves (I call them weyres in my world),
set in a kind of pre-Emancipation America. It is the first of four parts, but
eventually it will be expanded and revised to full novel length. I also have
plans for a novella length Beauty and the
Beast: A BDSM Retelling, and perhaps one or two others.
I adore fantasy, magic, the paranormal,
and science fiction, and I plan to incorporate those elements more in the
future.
5) If you were making a movie version with your dream cast, who would
you get to play Cinderella?
I love Keira Knightly, but I’m not sure
how she would look as a blonde. Maybe I’d cast her as either Druscilla or
Arabelle, joined by Natalie Portman. The Ravyn stepsisters are sexy, and look
alike enough to pass as blood sisters, so I think those two would do nicely. As
for Cinderella, I think I’d go with Princess
Bride-era Robin Wright. I had a huge crush on her when I was younger, and I
think she’d be gorgeous in the part. Kim Cattrall would rock it as Fairy Kink
Mother, and I’d love to see Jon Hamm as the long-haired rock star, Kink-Bottom
Prince.
6) What can readers expect to look forward to in the Aeternitas: Goddess
of Time series?
This is certainly a magnum opus, and I
don’t expect to be finished soon. I started it for NaNoWriMo November 2012, and
originally it was going to be one book. I’ve expanded the concept to a trilogy,
which I imagine in its totality will top 300,000 words.
I’m a knitter, and it took time for me
to work my way down from size 8 needles, on which you knit the typical scarf,
to size 0’s, on which you knit socks, and I’ve applied that knowledge to
writing. The plan now is to work my way up with longer and longer works (at
over 21,000 words, Cinderella: A BDSM Retelling is my longest
to date) until I’m comfortable with the scope of Aeternitas. I have a couple of novellas and one-off novels planned
in the meantime.
Here is the first book of Aeternitas: Goddess of Time, entitled Heart of Ice, in one sentence: “A
heartbroken French lesbian flees the Revolution and collides with Philadelphia
criminals, while denying feelings for a mystical beauty from the future.” As
for what readers can look forward to from the trilogy: time travel, lesbian
erotic romance, intrigue, suspense, loss, heartbreak, dreams, magic, criminals,
war and uprisings, art and social history, an ancient goddess, and much more.
It is something that I would love to read myself, and I hope that others will
feel the same.
7) Are you a writer who likes to work in a quiet room, or do like
music/movies/TV?
I prefer quiet, although on occasion I
like to listen to music. Musically I prefer heavy music and female vocalists,
but when writing I need something without vocals, as I get too caught up in
listening to be able to concentrate otherwise. I love classical music, Bach and
other Baroque composers being a particular favorite, as well as ambient electronic
and trip hop. Once in a while vocals won’t bother me, so I’ll get down with
some female-fronted symphonic metal bands like Epica, as that style is my
favorite genre. I love many genres, but I’m a die-hard metalhead at heart. I
give a bit of a nod to the industrial metal scene in Cinderella, and I plan to incorporate my
knowledge and love of music further in future projects.
8) What's your current favorite craft beer?
Variety is the spice of life, but a
perennial favorite is Unibroue’s La Fin Du Monde, a wonderful
bottle-refermented Belgian style golden tripel ale. Another I’ve found that I
very much enjoy is Orkney Brewery’s Skullsplitter, a Scotch Ale with a pretty
awesome Viking on the label. As for seasonals, I love fall and winter beers for
their richness and spiciness, so I’m in love with Southern Tier’s Imperial
Pumpking, with its delicious pumpkin pie essence, and Lancaster Brewing’s
Winter Warmer, with an amazing holiday spice and dark dried fruits flavor
profile. They’re even more special due to seasonal availability.
I could name a few more, but I’ll end
it at that for the sake of brevity!
As for wine, I enjoy that too – I love
spicy, rich reds most of all; but I know a whole lot more about beer. I’ve been
a server (what artistically-temperamented person hasn’t?), and I learned a lot
about craft beers both from the bars at which I’ve worked, and from my own
explorations through craft beer bars in my home town of Philadelphia, PA. We’re
quite proud of our amazing array of available obscure brews. I’d love to brew
my own eventually.
9) Finally, where can readers find you if they want to keep up with you
online?
Thanks so much for having me on your
site! I really enjoyed the thoughtful questions.
I love to hear from my fans, and I
encourage them to get in touch.
Twitter: @LulaLisbon
Facebook: facebook.com/authorlulalisbon
Website: www.lulalisbon.com
Email: Lula.Lisbon@gmail.com
BLURB:
Dominas Arabelle and Druscilla Ravyn’s
talented apprentice, Cinderella, wants to become a Mistress, but the cruel
stepsisters thwart her at every turn. When famous rock star Kink-Bottom Prince
is seeking a new Mistress from all those in the City, poor Cinderella doesn’t
think she stands a chance. But a kind Fairy Kink Mother magically appears to
help Cinderella win her Prince’s collar — and heart.
This 21,000+ word erotic novella
contains menage, femdom, a submissive rock star getting fucked in front of his
fans, spanking, whipping, magical strap-ons that come to life, pegging,
face-sitting, forced feminization and sissification, a self-satisfied Fairy
Kink Mother, squirting, fisting, exhibitionism, comedy relief, and much more!
EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT:
“Stand up, let me look at you,” the
Fairy said in a no-nonsense yet kindly tone. She circled Cinderella with the
critical hawk’s eye of an exclusive haute couture designer, tapping one front
tooth with an immaculately manicured fingernail in thought. “Hmm… yes, I
believe I have just the thing in mind. We’ll take care of everything all at
once. Close your eyes, now.” The Fairy Kink Mother pulled a handful of
something out of her bag and blew it gently over Cinderella’s head. A shower of
what felt like the softest down feathers swirled around her, caressing every
curve of her nude body. When at last the dancing zephyr of feathers stopped,
Fairy Kink Mother bade her open her eyes. Cinderella gasped. The pain from her
beating was gone, and her skin was now covered in living, gleaming gold that
sparkled and shone with even the slightest movement.
“Some Fairy Kink Mothers might let you
go just like that, because admittedly you are magnificent as you are. But I didn’t
win the prestigious honor of Fairy Kink Mother of the Year six years running
from doing only the bare minimum… if you’ll pardon the pun!” She laughed at her
own witticism, but Cinderella was too overwhelmed to say a word.
“Oh, my stars, I nearly forgot the most
important part!” Again she reached into the ridiculously tiny bag and started
to pull out golden straps attached to something. As with the other things, it
seemed to start out doll-sized, and then grew to full size bit by bit as she
pulled it out. The strangeness of this magic almost made Cinderella dizzy to
behold. Now she saw that it was a strap-on harness, with an amazingly life-like
cock complete with smooth balls attached. It all gleamed as golden as
Cinderella’s skin did now, who accepted the Fairy’s proffered arm as she helped
the girl step into the harness. It seemed to tighten by itself to fit
Cinderella perfectly, and Fairy Kink Mother beamed with excitement.
“This isn’t any ordinary strap-on, my
dear. Oh, no, no! This is so very special, and if I do say so myself, it may
just be my most brilliant creation to date!” She caressed the shaft of the cock
with one hand, and Cinderella had to bite back a moan of pleasure. She was
shocked to realize that it felt as natural and as much a true part of her as if
it were her own cock from birth! Just that one simple stroke from Kink Mother’s
hand had been deliciously intriguing. “Ah, thus, now you see… when it is worn
by you — and only you, I might add, as the magic is limited to one client — it
will feel and react as if it were your own natural cock. Because, you see, with
the magic, it truly is!” Fairy Kink Mother chortled with delight, clapping her
hands like a little girl. “It’s a brilliant creation, isn’t it? Go on, touch
it, see for yourself!”
Cinderella reached down to delicately
caress the golden cock. It was flaccid, and as warm as her own body to the
touch; but when she wrapped her fingers lightly around it, it twitched, and she
gasped in delight. Moving her hand, admiring the erotic scene it made to have a
cock of her very own, it wasn’t long before it grew to throbbing and rock-hard
in her fist. She could feel both her pussy, wet with desire, and the thick cock
in her hand dripping with pre-cum. The sensation was dizzying. Fairy Kink Mother
swiped at the wet cock-head with one slim fingertip, raised it to her lips, and
licked it clean.
“Delicious,” she said, giving
Cinderella a saucy wink. “Kink-Bottom Prince will not have eyes — or mouth —
for anyone else, I promise you.” Cinderella tugged down the miniskirt over her
cock, admiring the bulge it made through the sheer gold fabric.
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