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SupportHi, I'm River Kai, a bi/pan trans guy author who writes about true love and consensual sex. If you're looking for a gripping plot with your spice, my stories feature empowering character arcs about healing from trauma. I can't wait to share my stories with you!
Read ahead on https://patreon.com/riverkai
STORIES:
MY SHY ALPHA - Ongoing
Spice level: πΆοΈπΆοΈπΆοΈπΆοΈπΆοΈ/5
Sweetness level: π¬π¬π¬π¬π¬/5
Genre blend: Werewolf/Fantasy, (Sweet) Erotica
Tropes/Representation: fated mates, dark pasts, true love, all the sexy werewolf stuff (bonding, marking, knotting), sweet erotica, secondary sexes & genders with a twist, main characters with PTSD and OCD, bisexual main characters, shy Alpha, sweet Omega (with a secret fire)
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RESONANCE (SPACE GAYS) - Ongoing
Spice level: πΆοΈπΆοΈπΆοΈ/5 (more spicy peppers on Patreon)
Sweetness level: π¬π¬π¬π¬π¬/5
Genre blend: LGBTQ+ Romance, Sci-Fi
Tropes/Representation: best friends to lovers, secret relationships, co-worker romance, sweet & spicy scenes, found family, trans main character, bisexual main character, queer supporting characters, main character with PTSD
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WHAT-SEXUAL?? - Complete
Deep/Dark level: π€π€π€π€/5
Sweetness level: π¬π¬π¬π¬/5
Genre blend: LGBTQ+ Romance, Drama
Tropes/Representation: trans main character, pansexual love interest, friends to lovers, navigating depression/anxiety/suicidal ideation, overcoming grief, dark pasts, found family
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Hello, everyone! If you haven't heard about my upcoming book yet, Soul Survivors is a psychological thriller crossed with a deep romance that I can't wait for you to be able to read so soon now! (And if you're still here all the way back from my VERY FIRST COMIC, you might quickly recognize how Chronic Nightmare Syndrome lore ties into Soul Survivors!!)
Before the full book releases on October 15th, I'm so excited to be releasing an excerpt of 5 chapters here for you to enjoy! As of today, you can already read all of Chapter 1 and 2, so head on over. :)
Two chapters aren't enough, you say? Well, if you're wanting to read the whole book for free, I'm currently accepting ARC Reader Team applications where I'll be able to gift you a free ebook copy of the whole book, exclusive illustrations and all! THE APPLICATION CLOSES OCTOBER 8TH, so hurry!
Feel free to apply for the ARC here and invite your friends who love one or both genres: https://forms.gle/89uJ358iU9K6RYhX6
Before the full book releases on October 15th, I'm so excited to be releasing an excerpt of 5 chapters here for you to enjoy! As of today, you can already read all of Chapter 1 and 2, so head on over. :)
Two chapters aren't enough, you say? Well, if you're wanting to read the whole book for free, I'm currently accepting ARC Reader Team applications where I'll be able to gift you a free ebook copy of the whole book, exclusive illustrations and all! THE APPLICATION CLOSES OCTOBER 8TH, so hurry!
Feel free to apply for the ARC here and invite your friends who love one or both genres: https://forms.gle/89uJ358iU9K6RYhX6
Hello, everyone!! I just realized I should remind you all here in case you missed my announcements on social media:
I’m doing a multi-author book signing TODAY at Barnes & Noble in Kirkland, WA!! We’ll be having discussion panels about everything romance books from 12-4pm so if you’re in the Seattle area, I’d love to meet you!
The details are all on the Kirkland B&N website here: https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062172881-0
I’m doing a multi-author book signing TODAY at Barnes & Noble in Kirkland, WA!! We’ll be having discussion panels about everything romance books from 12-4pm so if you’re in the Seattle area, I’d love to meet you!
The details are all on the Kirkland B&N website here: https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062172881-0
Where have I been? Well, I’ve been working hard behind the scenes to return to you with a massive announcement…
Introducing the COVER REVEAL for
SOUL SURVIVORS, COMING OCTOBER 15TH, 2024!
Mortal danger crossed with intimate, tender romance, Soul Survivors is Book 1 of a psychological thriller series following two survivors' journeys to escape a paramilitary nightmare.
I'll be posting the first few chapters as a teaser here on Tapas, starting this Tuesday!
You can now pre-order Book 1 on https://riverkaiart.com (paperback, hardcover) and Amazon (eBook/Kindle)!
A full pre-order launch across global online bookstores is coming within the next few weeks, so stay tuned.
Introducing the COVER REVEAL for
SOUL SURVIVORS, COMING OCTOBER 15TH, 2024!
Mortal danger crossed with intimate, tender romance, Soul Survivors is Book 1 of a psychological thriller series following two survivors' journeys to escape a paramilitary nightmare.
I'll be posting the first few chapters as a teaser here on Tapas, starting this Tuesday!
You can now pre-order Book 1 on https://riverkaiart.com (paperback, hardcover) and Amazon (eBook/Kindle)!
A full pre-order launch across global online bookstores is coming within the next few weeks, so stay tuned.
It's time to celebrate!
JOIN ME FOR THE VIRTUAL LAUNCH PARTY TONIGHT @7PM PST -- THERE’S A CHANCE I MAY EVEN SIGN YOUR BOOK LIVE ON STREAM!
One of my new favorite traditions is hosting a live Launch Party event for you on my YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/riverkai) for every book launch! Tonight’s stream schedule is as follows:
7pm - STREAM BEGINS, hello & intro
7:15pm - Excerpt reading of Freeing My Alpha (PG-13 lol)
7:25pm - Q&A, ask me anything about the book, writing, & more!
7:45pm - Signing a few lucky book orders from my website!
Yes, I just may sign your order! Here’s how to make sure you’re on the list:
If you’ve ordered a paperback or hardcover edition of Freeing My Alpha from riverkaiart.com, come hang out at the stream and find out if you’re randomly selected to have your copy signed on the livestream!
I love reading the chat and hearing about what you’ve been up to lately during these streams, so I can’t wait to get a chance to connect with you.
Thank you so much for all of the incredible love and support you’ve shared thus far for Freeing My Alpha! I’ve been so relieved and grateful to see your interest in Book 2 despite it being a Book 2, so thank you for making this launch just as special as any other. I’m looking forward to seeing you tonight!
JOIN ME FOR THE VIRTUAL LAUNCH PARTY TONIGHT @7PM PST -- THERE’S A CHANCE I MAY EVEN SIGN YOUR BOOK LIVE ON STREAM!
One of my new favorite traditions is hosting a live Launch Party event for you on my YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/riverkai) for every book launch! Tonight’s stream schedule is as follows:
7pm - STREAM BEGINS, hello & intro
7:15pm - Excerpt reading of Freeing My Alpha (PG-13 lol)
7:25pm - Q&A, ask me anything about the book, writing, & more!
7:45pm - Signing a few lucky book orders from my website!
Yes, I just may sign your order! Here’s how to make sure you’re on the list:
If you’ve ordered a paperback or hardcover edition of Freeing My Alpha from riverkaiart.com, come hang out at the stream and find out if you’re randomly selected to have your copy signed on the livestream!
I love reading the chat and hearing about what you’ve been up to lately during these streams, so I can’t wait to get a chance to connect with you.
Thank you so much for all of the incredible love and support you’ve shared thus far for Freeing My Alpha! I’ve been so relieved and grateful to see your interest in Book 2 despite it being a Book 2, so thank you for making this launch just as special as any other. I’m looking forward to seeing you tonight!
IT’S HERE! Freeing My Alpha: Book 2 of My Shy Alpha, the Steamy Shifter Romance Series is NOW AVAILABLE in ebook (Kindle Unlimited), paperback, and hardcover editions!
In a dramatic, seductive sequel with exclusive illustrations, Aliya and Noah’s love grows to a previously unfathomable depth. But as looming threats pile upon Noah’s shoulders, Aliya unlocks a hidden side of herself she has never allowed out of her cage.
You read that correctly - the final edition of Book 2 has 12 never-before-seen illustrations, as well as 2 new chapters you've never read before!
Freeing My Alpha officially launched TODAY and is available NOW through Kindle Unlimited, your favorite bookseller (quick link at https://books2read.com/freeingmyalpha), or https://riverkaiart.com
Thank you so much for being so kind and supportive throughout the rough draft's web novel release and taking the time to read its earliest edition! I'm so excited to be getting this edited version out to you with exciting new changes. I can't wait to share Book 3 with you soon!
♥, River Kai
PS: If you'd like to continue to support this book at no cost, it would help immensely if you'd like to leave a review on your favorite bookseller platform or Goodreads. Thank you!
In a dramatic, seductive sequel with exclusive illustrations, Aliya and Noah’s love grows to a previously unfathomable depth. But as looming threats pile upon Noah’s shoulders, Aliya unlocks a hidden side of herself she has never allowed out of her cage.
You read that correctly - the final edition of Book 2 has 12 never-before-seen illustrations, as well as 2 new chapters you've never read before!
Freeing My Alpha officially launched TODAY and is available NOW through Kindle Unlimited, your favorite bookseller (quick link at https://books2read.com/freeingmyalpha), or https://riverkaiart.com
Thank you so much for being so kind and supportive throughout the rough draft's web novel release and taking the time to read its earliest edition! I'm so excited to be getting this edited version out to you with exciting new changes. I can't wait to share Book 3 with you soon!
♥, River Kai
PS: If you'd like to continue to support this book at no cost, it would help immensely if you'd like to leave a review on your favorite bookseller platform or Goodreads. Thank you!
Hello! This is your FINAL REMINDER to finish reading the rough draft Book 2 ASAP to prepare for its launch on June 11th... A.K.A. IN ONE WEEK, WHAT?!! I will be removing it tomorrow since I'm late with my final reminder today.
In other news, I’ve opened up new channels on my Discord server specifically for reader fun! This includes channels for each of my published stories, a book and comics recommendations channel, a reader chat channel to discuss stories other than my own, and more!
Join the conversation here: https://discord.gg/QyHEpurG4B
In other news, I’ve opened up new channels on my Discord server specifically for reader fun! This includes channels for each of my published stories, a book and comics recommendations channel, a reader chat channel to discuss stories other than my own, and more!
Join the conversation here: https://discord.gg/QyHEpurG4B
The rough draft here on Tapas of Freeing My Alpha: Book 2 of the My Shy Alpha Series is NOW COMPLETE! It's just in time for its upcoming release on June 11th, which means Book 2 will be reduced to an excerpt on June 4th to prepare for launch on KU, paperback, and hardcover editions.
I’m so grateful for your continued support of Aliya and Noah’s story, especially surrounding sensitive topics. It means so much to me that my story has resonated with you in any way, so thank you for taking the time to read and share your thoughts with me.
I can’t wait for you to see how it all progresses in Book 3!
Book 2 is available for pre-order anywhere books are sold, and on my website with an option to grab signed editions. Visit https://riverkaiart.com or https://books2read/com/freeingmyalpha to order your copy!
I’m so grateful for your continued support of Aliya and Noah’s story, especially surrounding sensitive topics. It means so much to me that my story has resonated with you in any way, so thank you for taking the time to read and share your thoughts with me.
I can’t wait for you to see how it all progresses in Book 3!
Book 2 is available for pre-order anywhere books are sold, and on my website with an option to grab signed editions. Visit https://riverkaiart.com or https://books2read/com/freeingmyalpha to order your copy!
Hello everyone and happy Friday! I wanted to let you know that I'm hosting a raffle to support civilians in Rafah if you'd like to donate to grassroots campaigns for a chance to win some of my signed paperbacks, stickers, bookmarks, and more! Here is the entry form with all of the details: https://forms.gle/dwVQhGYsr2a6Y7kaA
I hope you're having a great start to your weekend! Thank you so much for your support β€οΈ
I hope you're having a great start to your weekend! Thank you so much for your support β€οΈ
Hello, hello! πΊππΊ I just wanted to stop by with a final reminder that My Shy Alpha: Book 1 is moving to KU after April 30th, which is the final day to read the unedited rough draft here on Tapas!
I’m also finishing the final illustrations and announcing pre-orders soon for Freeing My Alpha: Book 2, so if you’d like to make sure to be first to get the news, join my newsletter on riverkaiart.com (and receive a free art print download code as thanks)!
I’m also finishing the final illustrations and announcing pre-orders soon for Freeing My Alpha: Book 2, so if you’d like to make sure to be first to get the news, join my newsletter on riverkaiart.com (and receive a free art print download code as thanks)!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
I’m excited to announce the My Shy Alpha Series (Books 1-3) is moving to Kindle Unlimited! πΊππΊ
I’m hoping this will give more of you a chance to read the final draft editions with exclusive illustrations, additional chapters, and extra secrets revealed in every book.
HOWEVER, that means I will be reducing Book 1 on Tapas to a short excerpt on April 26th, giving you 2 more weeks to read the full rough draft of Book 1. This also means that Book 2 will finish posting on May 28th, then reduced to an excerpt on May 31st in preparation for Freeing My Alpha’s final draft debut on June 4th.
I know this is an adjustment, so I took time in making this decision to ensure it was one that would support as many of us as possible - including myself!
I’m so grateful for all of the reviews and support you’ve left here, truly exceeding my expectations in every way. If you’d like to continue to support my stories, it would help me tremendously to add your existing reviews to my books on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, or social media. I’d also be happy to tag you in an Instagram or TikTok post if you’d like me to share your review!
I’m excited to announce the My Shy Alpha Series (Books 1-3) is moving to Kindle Unlimited! πΊππΊ
I’m hoping this will give more of you a chance to read the final draft editions with exclusive illustrations, additional chapters, and extra secrets revealed in every book.
HOWEVER, that means I will be reducing Book 1 on Tapas to a short excerpt on April 26th, giving you 2 more weeks to read the full rough draft of Book 1. This also means that Book 2 will finish posting on May 28th, then reduced to an excerpt on May 31st in preparation for Freeing My Alpha’s final draft debut on June 4th.
I know this is an adjustment, so I took time in making this decision to ensure it was one that would support as many of us as possible - including myself!
I’m so grateful for all of the reviews and support you’ve left here, truly exceeding my expectations in every way. If you’d like to continue to support my stories, it would help me tremendously to add your existing reviews to my books on Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, or social media. I’d also be happy to tag you in an Instagram or TikTok post if you’d like me to share your review!
