Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Death Dancer (Dangerous Dancers: Book Two) Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 199 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I highly recommend this book for those who love their romance liberally sprinkled with dead bodies and the suspense that comes between a hot ginger cop and a power bottom of a ballet... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Liv Rancourt to TNA today to chat about her newest novel, Aqua Follies, set in 1950s Seattle. She's sharing a great giveaway too, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Liv! I want to start by thanking Lisa and The Novel Approach for having me back... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Jaime Samms joining us today on the tour for her newest release from Dreamspinner Press, Off Stage: Beyond the Footlights. She's stopped in to chat a bit about the end of the Off Stage series, and she's also brought along a really special giveaway, so be sure to check... Continue Reading →
Title: Off Stage: Beyond the Footlights (Off Stage: Set Three) Author: Jaime Samms Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 300 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: If you’re a fan of the first two books, you will absolutely not want to miss this one. If you haven’t started the series yet, do ittttt!!!! Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: P.S. I Spook You Author: S.E. Harmon Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 256 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I loved this book and I'll highly recommend it to anyone who is going to hear me—or I guess read me! 5 stars just because I can't rate higher. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: SSA Rain... Continue Reading →
Title: Quickening, Vol. 2 (Series: Little Goddess: Book Five, Volume Two) Author: Amy Lane Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 284 Pages Category: Fantasy, Paranormal At a Glance: It's finally here! And it's full of all the expected battles (emotional and physical), and leaves the reader as satisfied as possible with the resolution. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Masterpiece Author: Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Length: 202 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: The Masterpiece is the book I needed right now—sweet, simple, and so romantic. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Built from the bottom up: one perfect gentleman. Man about town Arthur Lawton spends his days pursuing entertainment while shoeshine Joe... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Elizabeth Noble as our guest in today's Genre Talk segment. She's talking about Going the Subtle Route, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the details below. Welcome, Elizabeth! Every week or two DSP Publications releases a new book. Among other things, this imprint of... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author S.A. Meade to TNA today on the tour for her new release, The Unexpected Truth. She's talking about pantsing--strictly in the writing sense, of course! And there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, SA! Erm...This Wasn't How the Story Was Supposed to... Continue Reading →
Title: Something Sinister (DS Billings Victorian Mysteries: Book Three) Author: Olivier Bosman Publisher: Rocket Man Press Length: 164 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Olivier Bosman has created another amazing installment in the DS Billings Victorian Mysteries series. With Something Sinister, the author took this series to a whole new level. Reviewed By: Maryann... Continue Reading →
Title: The Straight Boyfriend (Loving You: Book Three) Author: Renae Kaye Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a true romance, one I highly recommend. Buy the book. If you enjoy this genre, you just may find a new favorite. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Aaron Hall has never been... Continue Reading →
Title: Past the Breakers Author: Lucie Archer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: A nice balance of humor and seriousness and relatable characters, all in all I really enjoyed this story. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Casey North lost everything when his restaurant burned to the ground: his hopes, his dreams,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Castaway Prince Author: Isabelle Adler Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 59 Pages Category: Sci-Fi/Fantasy At a Glance: As a short story of only fifty-nine pages, the author had limited space to develop characters and plot line. She did so with skill and finesse. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Ostracized by his family for his sexual... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Layla Reyne on the Single Malt Reboot Tour. She's talking whiskey today and she's also brought along a great giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, Layla! Aidan’s Favorite Whiskeys In SINGLE MALT and the AGENTS IRISH AND WHISKEY series, there’s no hiding the... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to be bringing you the exclusive cover reveal for Brandon Witt's newest novella in the Mary's Boy series, Mascara & Bandages. Welcome, Brandon! The Cover Thank you so much for stopping by The Novel Approach for the cover reveal of Mascara & Bandages. Zachary’s story is a long time coming. I’ve wanted a... Continue Reading →
Cheers, everyone, and welcome to a look at what we have coming up for you in the week ahead here at The Novel Approach. If any of you had the opportunity to hit up a Pride celebration this weekend, I hope you had a fantastic time! I was fortunate enough to share a booth with... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rainbow Clause Author: Beth Bolden Publisher: Self-Published Length: 324 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I mostly really enjoyed this story of Colin and Nick, and would certainly read another story from this author. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Heisman winner. Member of the National Championship team. NFL Rookie of the Year. Quarterback Colin... Continue Reading →
Title: Spring Break (Accidental Roots: Book Three) Author: Elle Keaton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 258 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Elle Keaton brings the characters of Skagit to life, and shows the support, love and humor that this small town shares. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Sometimes a guy needs a break. Carroll Weir got... Continue Reading →
Title: Dim Sum Asylum Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 240 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I happily lost myself in the raucous action and well crafted mystery elements of this incredible novel. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Welcome to Dim Sum Asylum: a San Francisco where it’s a ho-hum kind of... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Elle Keaton to TNA today on the Spring Break blog tour, book three in the Accidental Roots series. She's talking mysteries, among other things, and there's also a chance for one lucky reader to win an e-copy of the book, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Rhys Ford today on the Dim Sum Asylum blog tour. We're so pleased to be bringing you Part Seven of the tour ficlet, so enjoy, and also be sure to pay attention to the Rafflecopter giveaway for the chance to win some great prizes. Welcome, Rhys! Thank you for... Continue Reading →
Title: Crossing Jordan Author: Shannon West Publisher: MLR Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I enjoyed this solid little suspense/mystery which explored a very serious subject matter in a believable and realistic way. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: A complicated web of lies threatens Jace's life and he must fight his way... Continue Reading →
Title: Until You (At First Sight: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 4 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Klune and Lesley lead with their talent and their hearts. The combination of the two is not to be missed. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Together with... Continue Reading →
Title: Caught! (Shamwell Tales: Book One) Author: JL Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 337 Pages Category: Contemporary, RomCom At a Glance: Robert and Sean are lovely together, and their story is just the right mix of angst and humor to make for a delightfully heartwarming romance. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Bow ties are cool .... Continue Reading →
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