We're so pleased to welcome author Kelly Jensen to celebrate the release of her new novella, Counting Down. She's here to give us a little insight into her characters Marc and Henry, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Kelly! There’s Something About Henry In Counting Down,... Continue Reading →
Cover Reveal and Giveaway: Vodka & Handcuffs by Brandon Witt
Thank you so much for stopping by The Novel Approach for the cover reveal of Vodka & Handcuffs. In addition to loving, loving, loving this cover, crafted by Angsty G, I’m crazy excited for you to meet Vahin and Marlon. Though Vodka & Handcuffs is a novella, these two men are some of my favorite... Continue Reading →
Review: The Puritan Pirate by Jules Radcliffe
Title: The Puritan Pirate Author: Jules Radcliffe Publisher: Loose Id Length: 239 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: The kink and the chemistry between these two MCs is off the charts, and I totally enjoyed reading their love story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: The Caribbean, 1664 An uptight naval lieutenant. A free-living buccaneer. Enemies from... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: Good Boy by Anne Tenino – Narrated by Nick J. Russo
Title: Good Boy (Theta Alpha Gamma: Book Four) Author: Anne Tenino Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 1 hour and 55 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Nick J. Russo is a talented narrator and he did a great job here. Totally nailed Brad and Sebastian’s voices. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: Brad... Continue Reading →
Review: Counting Down by Kelly Jensen
Title: Counting Down (Counting #2) Author: Kelly Jensen Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 63 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Another frustrating episode for Marcus and Henry that keeps them off-kilter and needing to work together as a team. I liked this continuing story; we get a clear idea of Marcus’s fantasy about what’s going to... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: No Pressure by Elle Keaton
We're so pleased to welcome author Elle Keaton back to TNA today to celebrate the upcoming release of No Pressure, book two in the Accidental Roots series. Elle is here to chat about the book and its main character, and she's also offering one lucky reader the chance to win an e-copy of the book,... Continue Reading →
Interview and Giveaway: Strays by Garrett Leigh
Lisa: Hi, everyone, and welcome to the Strays blog tour. We’re so glad to have the book’s author, Garrett Leigh, joining us today to chat a bit about this newest installment in the Urban Soul series. Garrett, let’s start with the series title. For readers who might not be familiar with it yet, what’s the significance of... Continue Reading →
Review: Castor by Shaun Young
Title: Castor Author: Shaun Young Publisher: Harmony Ink Press Length: 230 Pages Category: Teen Fiction, Sci-Fi At a Glance: While the world-building was well done in this book, the story fell short for me. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Sixteen-year-old James Fisher lives on the distant planet of Castor where he toils for the ruling classes... Continue Reading →
Review: Bonfires by Amy Lane
Title: Bonfires Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 280 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I hope that Larx and Aaron find their place in your heart and onto your bookshelf. This is one delightful romance you should be sure not to miss. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Ten years ago Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron George... Continue Reading →
Review: Gods of Vengeance by Thom Collins
Title: Gods of Vengeance Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 34 Pages Category: Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: If you’re looking for a good short thriller, Gods of Vengeance is worth the read. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: United in passion. Driven by vengeance. Owen Hazard, a young farmer, is dead. Murdered while he tried to... Continue Reading →
DSP Publications Presents: Genre Talk with Carole Cummings and Don Travis
Greetings, Awesome Readers, and thanks for joining us for another edition of Genre Talk here on The Novel Approach Reviews! Today we have DSP Publications author Don Travis who’s come by to chat and tell us about his new Mystery & Suspense release The Bisti Business. So let’s have a look at what he’s brought... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Spritzer: A Sparkling Gay Romance by Jon McDonald
We're so pleased to welcome first time visitor Jon McDonald to TNA today, on the tour to celebrate the release of his latest novel Spritzer: A Sparkling Gay Romance. Enjoy his guest post and then be sure to check out the NineStar Press giveaway below. Welcome, Jon! How I Developed the Characters and Plot for... Continue Reading →
Review: Strays by Garrett Leigh
Title: Strays (Urban Soul: Book Two) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Strays was a great follow-up to Misfits; I think it’s obvious that I loved it. I was enthralled cover-to-cover (speaking of the cover…guhhhhhh…so gorgeous), and adored Lenny and Nero together. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Work,... Continue Reading →
Review: The Bisti Business by Don Travis
Title: The Bisti Business (A BJ Vinson Mystery) Author: Don Travis Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 310 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Buckle up, folks—this is the next book in what’s shaping up to be a killer series! Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Although repulsed by his client, an overbearing, homophobic California wine mogul, confidential investigator... Continue Reading →
Review: Play Dead by Avery Cockburn
Title: Play Dead (Glasgow Lads: Book 3.5) Author: Avery Cockburn Publisher: Self-Published Length: 170 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: As much as it was difficult to see Andrew and Colin struggle, it was also satisfying to see them triumph, and that makes Play Dead a must read for fans of this couple... Continue Reading →
Guest Post: Bonfires by Amy Lane
We're so pleased to have author Amy Lane joining us to chat about the release of her new novel, Bonfires. Welcome, Amy! Kids and Romance Isn’t it funny how kids act as birth control. No, wait—grownups can find their own birth control. Kids act as sex deterrent. It’s a proven fact. When my youngest child... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Angels of Istanbul by Alex Beecroft
Please help us welcome author Alex Beecroft today on the tour for her newest release, Angels of Istanbul. She's here to chat about the turn the series took as her research led her to some interesting historical bits, and she's also offering a great giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome,... Continue Reading →
Here’s a Sneak Peek at the Coming Week
Hi, friends! I hope you’ve all had a fantastic weekend filled with good books and plenty of time to read them. We’ve got some great guests coming up in the week ahead—some new visitors and some returning guests, so here’s a look at what you can expect! Monday – Kicking off the week is author... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: Hanging the Stars by Rhys Ford – Narrated by Greg Tremblay
Title: Hanging the Stars (Half Moon Bay: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 41 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Those familiar with M/M fiction will probably know the incredible talents of Tremblay already, but on the off chance you’ve never had the pleasure,... Continue Reading →
Review: Warders: Volume Two by Mary Calmes
Title: Warders: Volume Two Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 365 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: Badass demon hunters looking for true love, with a reprise. Definitely worth the read! Reviewed By: Caer Blurb: Most humans live in blissful ignorance, never dreaming of the frightening surprises and paranormal danger that lurks in... Continue Reading →
Review: Fire and Rain by Andrew Grey
Title: Fire and Rain (Carlisle Cops: Book Three) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: What makes the Carlisle Cops so special is the great characters who return in each book and have become an extended family to one another in this series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Since... Continue Reading →
Guest Post: A Company of Players by Ken Bachtold
Welcome to author Ken Bachtold. He's joining us today to introduce his latest release, A Company of Players, a new addition to the States of Love series from Dreamspinner Press. From New York to San Francisco As I live in New York, I place most of my books here, in order to give the scenes as... Continue Reading →
Guest Post, Excerpt and Giveaway: Bedside Manner by DJ Jamison
We're so pleased to welcome author DJ Jamison today on the tour for her newest release, Bedside Manner. DJ's chatting secondary characters with us and is also offering a great giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, DJ! The Curse--or Blessing--of the Secondary Character As an author, you want your story... Continue Reading →
Review: A Boy Worth Knowing by Jennifer Cosgrove
Title: A Boy Worth Knowing Author: Jennifer Cosgrove Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 173 Pages Category: Young Adult, Paranormal At a Glance: A Boy Worth Knowing should absolutely be a hit among YA fans, but I think will resonate with anyone who is looking for a fun paranormal story. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Ghosts can’t seem... Continue Reading →

