🐈‍⬛ Bad Boys vs Broken Boys – you decide!

Mar 24, 2026 | Crocodile Tears, Dark Water, Ghost Eye, News, Ricochet, The Lost Zone, The Quarterlands

🌺Hello, From Xanthe Walter

March 24th, 2026

Greetings, my lovelies! 

 

👀 In This Newsletter

 

        • Welcome to yet another new-look Walter’s World. I wasn’t intending to revamp it, but Emma made this gorgeous graphic out of the blue, and it works perfectly here.
        • So, above is a person we can pretend is me, but who is way cooler and prettier, and has a nicer coat. (You’ve seen my pics, you know this is true!).
        • In this newsletter, we have a new poll (yay). But first… here are the results of the last poll (Drumroll).

        Sexiest Dom Poll Result

        It was actually a lot closer than I thought it’d be, but Rick won by 13 votes. He’s giving Matt a looong, slow spanking to celebrate. Let’s sling Luke a jug of rum and a willing lad as a consolation prize ;-).

        Scroll down to vote in this newsletter’s poll. Warning – it’s even harder than last time.

        In other news:

        • I’m thrilled to announce that The Indie Author Bookstore is now LIVE! This is a brand-new online bookstore dedicated entirely to indie authors. If you love discovering fresh voices and hidden gems, it’s definitely worth a browse. 

        Regular Newsletter Features:

        • This newsletter’s featured author is Steven A. Coulter and his book Copperhead 2: Student. Singer. Hero. Whore. Abel Torres, a national hero and rising star, faces whispers about his past as a high-end escort, dangerous enemies, and pressure on his boyfriend, Zachary—all while proving his voice can soar. Perfect for fans of MM romance with suspense, heat, and high stakes.

         

        • There’s also the usual selection of MM-themed promotions and book fairs for you to enjoy.

        Enjoyed any of my books? Reviews, social media posts, and personal recommendations all help them reach new readers—and I’d be so grateful.

              🏞️ London Life

              Poll Time

              Last week’s results: Rick narrowly beat out Luke in the best dom poll.

              This week, you have the unenviable prospect of choosing between bad boys and broken boys. Choose wisely… (there are absolutely no consequences if you don’t.)

              Click the link below to cast your vote! Results will be announced in the next newsletter.

              Bad Boys vs Broken Boys 

              The Epic Showdown

              Which do you love best?

              The classic rebel, confident, maybe a little dangerous, but irresistibly charming.

              The mysterious, emotionally complex type, someone you feel like you could “fix” (or be fixed by).

              📅 Events

               

              I’m attending some book signings and events in 2026. I hope to see you there!

               

              🎁 Walter’s World Gifts

              • Free Stories: Bonus novellas and short stories including Safe Harbour, A Willing Lad, and more.
              • Extras & World-Building: Spotify playlists, character photo stashes, Rising Radio shows, a London flood map, and The Daily Lowdown news site.

                🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Featured Author

                Steven A. Coulter

                Student. Singer. Hero. Whore.

                Abel Torres is now one of the most famous young men in America, a national hero, and a sophomore at San Francisco State on the edge of superstardom. At the same time, white supremacists seethe over his role in the death of their fellow conspirators, ruining dreams of a civil war.

                As he prepares for the opening of Les Miz, a reporter quotes anonymous sources claiming he worked as a prostitute with dozens of wealthy men, not just the infamous congressman.

                Has he been betrayed?

                This could ruin his image and tank his career. His family would be disgraced. Prince Ali could be implicated, his uncle is powerful and ruthless.

                Could Dirksen be arrested?

                The pressure and rising violence begin to unravel the mental health of his boyfriend, Zachary.

                Abel signs a major record contract just as militia groups close in.

                As always, his voice soars

                📚 Book Promotions

                Discover themed MM romance promotions showcasing must-read love stories—many free or available through Kindle Unlimited (please check before downloading). Your next favorite read is just a click away.

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                  🐈‍⬛ Bad Girl!

                  I love Coco to bits, but she’s quite the most insane cat I’ve ever had. From throwing herself onto my head at 3 am to bringing me toys to play with day and night, high-pitched yowling, and sitting on top of doors, this is NOT a cat you can ever ignore 💜.

                  👋 That’s All, Folks!

                  Until next time, my lovelies!

                  XOXO
                  Xanthe
                  P.S. Remember to check out the Indie Author Bookstore!

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