STILETTOS AND STEEL by Jeri Estes

Gigi · 05-01-2010, 11:09 AM

Hello Butches and Femmes!
I wanted to announce the release of a groundbreaking novel, full of butches & femmes, called STILETTOS AND STEEL by Jeri Estes.
It was released on April 3rd, 2010 on Amazon and is listed in general fiction.
The author and her agents are developing this story into a cable television series and a major motion picture. To read about Jeri and her mainstream representaion, please visit: www.stilettosandsteel.com.
and join the STILETTOS AND STEEL Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/STI...5375301?ref=ts

ABOUT THE NOVEL:
T H E T E N D E R L O I N
The TL was a lady of the night, wrapped in Stilettos and Steel. Her dark code whispered through the misty streets. "Our bodies are a commodity. Sex is our currency. Every day we fight for survival." Beneath the glitz of her high heels lay the cold steel of a switch-blade.

STILETTOS AND STEEL is a debut novel based on the author's adventures, after she fled her suburban life in California's San Fernando Valley for the welcoming, colorful streets of San Francisco. Jeri Estes left her Ozzie and Harriet world behind in 1965, desperate to break free of the suffocating loneliness of living her life as an impostor. Jeri hitch-hiked to freedom and took a detour, stopping in the seedy red light district known as the Tenderloin.

This story is a riveting, rich portrayal of an American subculture, told through the eyes of a woman who made a successful career in the underbelly of society. Our lead character's trajectory from prostitute to high class pimp, catering to dirty politicians, housewives and cops takes us on a journey that captures the imagination. Despite the rough-and-tumble setting of the Tenderloin, the exploits of Jeri's gold-hearted protagonist, naturally soften the edges of the suspenseful backdrop.

The authenticity of Jeri's writing is akin to the works of Richard Price and George Pelecanos. STILETTOS AND STEEL has elements of classic pulp fiction, including the traditional love story and wry sense of humor, told with a fresh spin that leaves the reader wanting more. This book is more than great writing about a woman gangster; it is a journey of personal independence during a time of great oppression. Jeri transports us to another time and place, gracefully, with humanity and humor. This unexplored realm of intrigue will appeal to history buffs, crime enthusiasts and housewives, alike.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California, author Jeri Estes is the former Assistant Director of the California Women's Commission, where she educated the public about issues such as fetal alcohol syndrome. She has appeared on national television and radio shows as well as spoken nationwide before thousands, carrying her transformational message, filled with humor, courage and hope. After leaving the non-profit sector, she was a successful owner of an insurance brokerage firm. Jeri is currently a writer and producer. Based in Studio City, CA, she has raised a beautiful and successful daughter.

"I wrote Stilettos and Steel as a thank you note to God for coming out of the Tenderloin alive and to honor my fallen comrades who did not make it out." Jeri Estes

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Gigi Junior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Relationship Status: In a relationship Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern CA Posts: 3 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts Rep Power: 0	STILETTOS AND STEEL by Jeri Estes Hello Butches and Femmes! I wanted to announce the release of a groundbreaking novel, full of butches & femmes, called STILETTOS AND STEEL by Jeri Estes. It was released on April 3rd, 2010 on Amazon and is listed in general fiction. The author and her agents are developing this story into a cable television series and a major motion picture. To read about Jeri and her mainstream representaion, please visit: www.stilettosandsteel.com. and join the STILETTOS AND STEEL Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/STI...5375301?ref=ts ABOUT THE NOVEL: T H E T E N D E R L O I N The TL was a lady of the night, wrapped in Stilettos and Steel. Her dark code whispered through the misty streets. "Our bodies are a commodity. Sex is our currency. Every day we fight for survival." Beneath the glitz of her high heels lay the cold steel of a switch-blade. STILETTOS AND STEEL is a debut novel based on the author's adventures, after she fled her suburban life in California's San Fernando Valley for the welcoming, colorful streets of San Francisco. Jeri Estes left her Ozzie and Harriet world behind in 1965, desperate to break free of the suffocating loneliness of living her life as an impostor. Jeri hitch-hiked to freedom and took a detour, stopping in the seedy red light district known as the Tenderloin. This story is a riveting, rich portrayal of an American subculture, told through the eyes of a woman who made a successful career in the underbelly of society. Our lead character's trajectory from prostitute to high class pimp, catering to dirty politicians, housewives and cops takes us on a journey that captures the imagination. Despite the rough-and-tumble setting of the Tenderloin, the exploits of Jeri's gold-hearted protagonist, naturally soften the edges of the suspenseful backdrop. The authenticity of Jeri's writing is akin to the works of Richard Price and George Pelecanos. STILETTOS AND STEEL has elements of classic pulp fiction, including the traditional love story and wry sense of humor, told with a fresh spin that leaves the reader wanting more. This book is more than great writing about a woman gangster; it is a journey of personal independence during a time of great oppression. Jeri transports us to another time and place, gracefully, with humanity and humor. This unexplored realm of intrigue will appeal to history buffs, crime enthusiasts and housewives, alike. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California, author Jeri Estes is the former Assistant Director of the California Women's Commission, where she educated the public about issues such as fetal alcohol syndrome. She has appeared on national television and radio shows as well as spoken nationwide before thousands, carrying her transformational message, filled with humor, courage and hope. After leaving the non-profit sector, she was a successful owner of an insurance brokerage firm. Jeri is currently a writer and producer. Based in Studio City, CA, she has raised a beautiful and successful daughter. "I wrote Stilettos and Steel as a thank you note to God for coming out of the Tenderloin alive and to honor my fallen comrades who did not make it out." Jeri Estes