Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: When All the World Sleeps Authors: Lisa Henry & J.A. Rock Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 12 hours and 11 minutes Category: Contemporary, Drama At a Glance: Lots of angst and populated with complex and compelling characters, this story makes you work for the ending. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Daniel Whitlock... Continue Reading →
I’m very happy to get the chance to present my upcoming book, Symbols, for the wonderful people at The Novel Approach. This is an exclusive excerpt of the entire second chapter, and I hope you’ll enjoy it. The Story So Far Matt is a student of Central High, and the school’s punching bag. This morning... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Matthew J. Metzger to TNA today on the tour for his latest release, Sex in C Major. He's here talking BDSM in romance, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget below. Welcome, Matthew! The Part-Time Dominant While there's a lot of BDSM... Continue Reading →
Cheers, everyone, and welcome to a look at what we have ahead for you in the coming week here at The Novel Approach. It looks to be a fun and busy one, so without further delay, here’s a peek at what’s in store! Monday – Kicking off the week, we have author Matthew J. Metzger... Continue Reading →
Title: Turn Up the Heat Authors: Jane Davitt and Alexa Snow Publisher: Loose Id Length: 232 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The heat in this story is definitely turned up, so if you are looking for a steamy, dirty talking, kinky read, it won’t disappoint. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: First impressions fool recently dumped... Continue Reading →
Title: Seattle Stories Box Set Author: Con Riley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 794 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Author Con Riley knows how to create characters with depth, and that makes each of these novels worth the read. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Experience the tug and pull of love while weathering life's challenges in... Continue Reading →
Title: Idyll Threats: A Thomas Lynch Novel Author: Stephanie Gayle Publisher: Seventh Street Books/Penguin Random House Length: 283 Pages Category: Murder Mystery At a Glance: Idyll Threats is excellent, right up there among some of the best I’ve read in the genre. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: In the summer of 1997, Thomas Lynch arrives as... Continue Reading →
Thank you for visiting with me today. Tales of a Prison Bitch stars young Trey Grayson and an older inmate named Samuel Booker. Though their relationship is strictly an agreement of sex for protection, it doesn’t take long for things to change. One of the things I changed with the re-release is how Trey deals... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Cass Lennox joining us today on the tour for book for in the Toronto Connections series, The Wrong Woman, discussing a subject near and dear to my heart. Coffee... There's also a great giveaway from Riptide up for grabs, so be sure to check out the entry details below.... Continue Reading →
Title: Not a Big Deal Author: Nina R. Schluntz Publisher: MLR Press Length: 173 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I was thoroughly entertained by Not a Big Deal. If you’re looking for a quick read with an interesting plot, give this one a try. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Conspiracies surface in the racist police... Continue Reading →
Title: Before You Break Author: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 340 Pages Category: BDSM, Contemporary At a Glance: With finesse and care, the writing team of Wells and Williams leads us into a world where men care for each other and dare to be vulnerable while still maintaining their need to... Continue Reading →
Title: Battle Born Author: Caitlin Ricci Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Harmony Ink Length: 180 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Battle Born is a story of redemption and forgiveness. Well-written and engaging, with lovable, realistic characters. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: A Companion to the Robbie & Sam Series Daniel Messana wanted a way out of... Continue Reading →
Hello, Internet! Welcome back to the Art of Lex Chase. I’m your one and only host, Lex! Every month here at The Novel Approach, I share a new art piece by yours truly. Not only am I an author, but I'm also a digital artist. So, if you're looking for custom art for swag, covers,... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Hailey Turner with us today, sharing an exclusive excerpt from her latest release, In the Ruins, book two in the Metahuman Files series and sequel to In the Wreckage. ICYMI, our very own Taz is in love with this series and has reviewed both books for TNA HERE and... Continue Reading →
Title: Hot Under the Collar (Love Off the Leash) Author: Summer Devon Publisher: Self-Published Length: 103 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I didn’t hate Hot Under the Collar. I just wish I had liked it more. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Attorney Sam Trevisani never thought he’d play the bad guy, but now his job... Continue Reading →
Title: Tall, Dark and Deported Author: Bru Baker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 236 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was adorable and I loved both MCs. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Crossing the border into love. Snap decisions and misguided ideas bring Portuguese national Mateus Fontes and businessman Crawford Hargrave together at the... Continue Reading →
Title: Hell Takes a Holiday (2nd Edition) Author: Kiernan Kelly Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 48 Pages Category: Fantasy, Angels/Demons At a Glance: Hell Takes a Holiday covered all the bases, it didn’t drag, and I wasn’t left asking questions or feeling that there should have been more. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Despite a major setback,... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Joe Cosentino, who's joining us today with a character interview he put together to celebrate the latest release in his Nicky and Noah Mystery series, Drama Luau. He's also offering the chance for one lucky reader to win an audiobook copy of book one in the series, Drama Queen, so be sure... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Susan Roebuck to TNA today to celebrate the re-release of her novel, Perfect Score. Welcome, Susan! Thank you so much, Lisa, for hosting me here today. They do say that your first love is the best. In my case, I think it’s my first published book that is my... Continue Reading →
Title: In the Ruins (Metahuman Files: Book Two) Author: Hailey Turner Publisher: Self-Published Length: 461 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: I hope this isn’t the end of Jamie and Kyle's journey. I can’t wait to get my hands on their next mission and see how their relationship continues to grow and unfold. Reviewed By: Taz... Continue Reading →
Title: Love Is Heartless (Love Can't: Book Two) Author: Kim Fielding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 254 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Love Is Heartless is just a gorgeous story that has you hoping for that happy ever after right up to the end. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Small but mighty—that could be Detective Nevin... Continue Reading →
Title: A King’s Ransom Author: Lia Black Publisher: Self-Published Length: 432 Pages Category: Alt U Fantasy, Fairy Tale At a Glance: A King’s Ransom is a dark fairy tale fantasy that might not have hooked me at the start, but by the end, I was crossing my fingers for more from this -verse. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Lynn Kelling back to TNA today on the virtual tour for Arctic Restitution, book three in the Arctic Absolution series. Lynn's sharing a great guest post with us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, Lynn! It’s Not a Letter,... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Helena Stone today on the virtual tour for her newest release, Equality, book two in the Dublin Virtues series. Helena's here to talk Marriage Equality and is also offering a lovely giveaway, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter entry details below. Welcome, Helena! Campaigning for a Yes-vote... Continue Reading →
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