Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Lisa: I’m so pleased to have author Soren Summers joining us today. It’s not exactly a secret that I’m a huge fan of the Vertex series, and with the release of book three, Paragon, I wanted to invite Soren to chat about not only the series but a bit about himself as well. So, welcome... Continue Reading →
Title: Back to You Author: Chris Scully Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense, Drama At a Glance: Back to You is well written, and the mystery kept me guessing until the very end! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Journalist Alex Buchanan has come home to the remote British Columbia town he grew up... Continue Reading →
Title: In Time I Dream About You Author: Gene Gant Publisher: Dreamspinner/Harmony Ink Press Length: 108 Pages Category: Teen Fiction, Time Travel At a Glance: In Time I Dream About You is gritty, unflinchingly honest, and yet allows for the dream of a better life to be realized in the end. It is an excellent... Continue Reading →
Title: After the Sunset Author: Lilah Suzanne Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 94 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: After the Sunset was a good little book. Just not quite as advertised. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Caleb Harris and Ty Smith-Santos are struggling actors who have never crossed paths until their lives take a turn for... Continue Reading →
Title: All In (A Wild Cards Novel) Author: Ava Drake Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 228 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Ava Drake brings action, suspense and danger along with the wild car chases in the third installment of the Wild Cards series in the Dreamspun Desires collection, and I hope she has... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Rick R. Reed today with an exclusive excerpt from his novel M4M, just re-released by Dreamspinner Press. Enjoy, and welcome, Rick! About the Book Finding and keeping love can be a challenge in the modern world of blogging, social media, and online dating, as one man will learn in... Continue Reading →
Hi, friends, and welcome to a look at what we have coming up for you in the week ahead. Before we get to the guests, though, it’s time for another reader incentive giveaway from Dreamspinner Press! For entry details, be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget below. And now, here’s what’s in store! Monday... Continue Reading →
Title: The Blacksmith Prince Author: Beryll and Osiris Brackhaus Publisher: Self-Published Length: 214 Pages Category: Fairy Tale, Fantasy At a Glance: In classic fairy tale style, Beryll and Osiris Brackhaus have created a world of magic, danger, and a hero’s quest that engages the imagination. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: 17th century Perigord is a county... Continue Reading →
Title: Unconditionally Author: Nell Iris Publisher: JMS Books Length: 50 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was cute. And, I would definitely give this author another go. In fact, I wish she would expand on this story! I would read more of these characters, for sure. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Flamboyant book café... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Sadie Rose Bermingham, half the writing duo of Burning Boundaries from Pride Publishing. She's done a lightning round style interview for us, so enjoy and welcome, Sadie Rose! Word Sprints! Plotter or pantser? S: Reformed Pantser *laughs* Coffee or tea? S: Tea, with milk. Cats or dogs? S: Cats... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Victoria Sue to TNA today on the tour for her newest release, Who We Truly Are, from Dreamspinner Press. We have an exclusive excerpt from the book to share, and there's also a chance to win an e-book from Victoria's backlist, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter... Continue Reading →
Title: Moro’s Price Author: M. Crane Hana Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 367 Pages Category: Sci-Fi/Fantasy At a Glance: I prefer more concise works, with fewer points of view. This was a sprawling science fiction epic that clumsily muddled through backstory, info dumps, and had too many characters. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Crown Prince, techno-geek, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Romancing the Ugly Duckling Author: Clare London Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 260 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m such a fan of these Dreamspun books. I know I’m going to get a happily ever after, and that the road will not necessarily be smooth, but the ride will definitely be worth it.... Continue Reading →
Title: Bad Boys Get Detention Author: Jeff Erno Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 28 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Bad Boys Get Detention is a quick splash of sexy fun, making for a quick and enjoyable read. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Chris, a high school English teacher, finds himself distracted by a very unruly, know-it-all... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Leta Blake dropping in today with Will & Patrick (whom I adore) from the Wake Up Married serial (which I love). We've got an exclusive excerpt from the first chapter---available exclusively to Leta's Patreon supporters right now, but releasing to everyone on a date TBD--and our lovably prickly Patrick... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming authors Avon Gale and Roan Parrish, along with Will Fox and Amory Vaughn, on the Heart of the Steal blog tour. We've got a fun interview to share with you, so read on and enjoy! Will Fox Vaughn, I've got ten minutes before a meeting so can we do this interview now? ... Continue Reading →
Title: Romancing the Bouncer Author: J.D. Walker Publisher: JMS Books Length: 40 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you are looking for a read with not much depth, then you will enjoy this one. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t my cup of tea. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Bennett "Ben" Pachowski is a bouncer at Throwbacks.... Continue Reading →
Title: Add Love and Mix Author: Sean Michael Narrator: Steve Balderson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 18 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: This is an average narration. If you can pick it up on sale, you’ll enjoy it well enough. Buy the book to read along with the narration, though.... Continue Reading →
Title: Lost Fantasy Hero v Zahn Author/Illustrator: Iceman Blue Publisher: Class Comics Length: 36 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Not a bad comic, but not one I’d suggest for anyone except hardcore Class Comic fans. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: What do you get when an evil DRAGON LORD turns his sights to other realms... Continue Reading →
Please help us welcome author Z.A. Maxfield and the All Wheel Drive blog tour to TNA today. This is the 18th title in the Bluewater Bay universe, and features Healey Holly, brother of Nash Holly from Hell on Wheels. ZAM's talking everyday heroes today, so enjoy and then be sure to check out the giveaway... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author J.K. Hogan to TNA today to celebrate the release of Force of Nature, book four in the Coming About series. She's here to share some of the research she did for the book, and there's also a giveaway so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget for entry... Continue Reading →
Title: Into the Blue Author: Pene Henson Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 236 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: There are so many beautiful, beautiful passages in this book, you guys. I have many highlights of gorgeous, poetic words. Do yourselves a favor, and add this one to your summer reading list! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Fog (Carlisle Cops: Book Six) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: It’s getting harder to pick a favorite from the Carlisle Cops series. With this sixth installment, Andrew Grey combines suspense, investigative skills, and a good mix of characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Carlisle... Continue Reading →
Title: Heart of the Steal Authors: Avon Gale and Roan Parrish Publisher: Philtre Press Length: 304 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Black, white, and gray… who’d have thought those three hues could make for such a colorful romance? Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Responsible, disciplined William Fox channeled his love for art and his faith... Continue Reading →
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