Review: Acting Up by John Inman

Title: Acting Up Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Although not my favorite by this author, I did enjoy this lighthearted comical romance. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: It’s not easy breaking into show biz. Especially when you aren’t exactly loaded with talent. But Malcolm Fox won’t let... Continue Reading →

Review: Family Obligations by Vivien Dean and Rick R. Reed

Title: Family Obligations Authors: Vivien Dean and Rick R. Reed Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 43 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I absolutely loved this book. Reviewed By: Lynn Blurb: Tate D’Angelo always thought he knew who his father was: beloved doctor, devoted husband and father…. Everyone at the funeral shared the same glowing stories... Continue Reading →

Review: Bullet by Garrett Leigh

Title: Bullet (Blue Boy Studio: Book One) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Self-Published Length: 105 Pages Category: Contemporary Erotica At a Glance: There are more than a few super erotic moments in Bullet, and Garrett Leigh’s moody and broody MCs bring no small amount of angst to this short and sexy novel Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb:... Continue Reading →

Simply the Best 2016: Ben’s Top Reads of the Year – and a Giveaway

As one of the newer members of the TNA review team, Ben kicks off this week's offering of Best Ofs with a short but no less fantastic list of some of the best books he had the opportunity to review for us since he started earlier this year. And there is, of course, the chance... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author Chris Scully!

Please help us give a warm welcome to author Chris Scully, who's doing some reminiscing of her own about where she was 5 years ago, and she offering a great giveaway: the chance at an ebook of the winner's choice from Chris's backlist, or an advanced e-copy of her upcoming short story collection, Do Not... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author RJ Scott!

We're so pleased to have author RJ Scott dropping by today to help us celebrate our 5th Blogiversary! She's here to answer one of her most asked questions, and is also offering the chance for one lucky reader to win a $20 Gift Card at Amazon or All Romance eBooks. Welcome, RJ! Congratulations to The... Continue Reading →

Here’s a Sneak Peek at the Coming Week

Cheers, everyone, and welcome to an early sneak peek at what we have coming up for you next week. With Sunday being a busy day for many of us, I thought I’d go right ahead and give you an advanced advance look at some of the great stuff that’ll be happening in the week leading... Continue Reading →

Simply the Best 2016 – Maryann’s Top Reads of the Year – and a Giveaway

We've got a double dose of great reads coming your way today, this list coming to you from our very own Maryann. Take a look at the books she loved best this year, and then check out the Rafflecopter widget below to enter for the chance to win two e-books from the list. Good luck!... Continue Reading →

Another Day with Jory (an A Matter of Time Holiday Ficlet) by Mary Calmes

Another Day With Jory by Mary Calmes © December 2016 I was surprised when I got home and found the tank he drove already parked in our small two car garage. It was tiny, compared to most people’s, as the cars could fit in there but nothing much else besides the kids’ bikes. Sam had... Continue Reading →

Simply the Best 2016: Lindsey’s Top Reads of the Year – and a Giveaway!

Happy Christmas Eve Saturday, everyone, and thanks for dropping by! We've got another great list of books coming your way today, these Best of 2016 picks coming from our very own Lindsey. And, of course, there's also a chance to win a couple of e-books from her favorite reads, so check out the Rafflecopter widget... Continue Reading →

Audio Review: Misfits by Garrett Leigh – Narrated by Craig Beck

Title: Misfits Author: Garrett Leigh Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Polyamory At a Glance: I highly, highly recommend this audio, whether you have or haven’t read the book already. It’s so worth a listen! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Restaurant owner Tom Fearnes has loved his... Continue Reading →

Review: Five Minutes Longer by Victoria Sue

Title: Five Minutes Longer Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 219 Pages Category: Paranormal, Sci-Fi At a Glance: I really enjoyed reading this new sci-fi/paranormal story, and hope it is the start of a new series because I came to adore a lot of the secondary characters and have soooooo many questions! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →

Review: Boots by Angel Martinez

Title: Boots Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Pride Publishing Length:  113 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: A charming romance with a fairytale twist. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Willem’s lost his job and his boyfriend, and now possibly his mind when his cat calls him a nitwit. Willem’s father never approved of his artistic talents, his... Continue Reading →

Simply the Best 2016: Carrie’s Top Reads of the Year – and a Giveaway!

As we continue to roll on towards 2017, we've got another great set of Top Picks of the Year, this time from our own fabulous Carrie. And don't forget, you can enter for the chance to win two e-titles from Carrie's list, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget below. Now, here they... Continue Reading →

This Wish Tonight: A Guest Post by Author J. Scott Coatsworth

Thanks to Lisa and the Novel Approach for welcoming me for this guest post to promote my new story “Wonderland” and the holiday anthology “This Wish Tonight. My prompt?: "Knowing you had to stay within a certain word-count, was it difficult to resist the temptation of going deeper into the details of the apocalypse as... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author Posy Roberts!

Please help us welcome author Posy Roberts today, who's stopped by to help us celebrate our 5 Year Blogiversary with a little reminiscing of her own, as well as a great giveaway. Welcome, Posy! I love anniversaries, and December just so happens to be my anniversary month for many things. My husband and I started... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author Skylar M. Cates!

We're so pleased to have author Skylar M. Cates joining in on the Blogiversary celebrating today. She's got a fun little game planned to go along with her giveaway, so be sure to check out the details below. Welcome, Skylar! Greetings! Skylar here. I’m thrilled to be a part of the celebration at The Novel... Continue Reading →

Review: Disarming Donner by Charlie Cochet

Title: Disarming Donner (North Pole City Tales: Book Five Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 68 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Fantasy At a Glance: Disarming Donner is heavy on charm and light on drama, which is exactly what I look for in a book from this delightful series. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: As a... Continue Reading →

Review: Heart’s Gamble by S.J. Frost

Title: Heart’s Gamble Author: S.J. Frost Publisher: MLR Press Pages: 97 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: An engaging story, revolving around a difficult subject matter, which managed to pack an emotional punch in its shorter length! Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Shawn Carlisle has dedicated his life to rescuing horses. Having grown up around the... Continue Reading →

Review: Different Names for the Same Thing by Francis Gideon

Title: Different Names for the Same Thing Author: Francis Gideon Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 78 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Recommended, particularly for anyone who is interested in exploring a thoughtful trans romance. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: The last time Joël Paquet was in New York City, he nearly died. Too distracted by his... Continue Reading →

Simply the Best 2016: Jules’ Top Reads of the Year – and a Giveaway!

As 2016 draws to its inevitable close, we here at The Novel Approach would like to pay homage to some of the books, and their respective authors, that helped us escape some of the madness of the real world this year. At least for a little while. Through New Year's Eve, we'll have some Best... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Authors Parker Williams and KC Wells!

We're so pleased to welcome authors Parker Williams and KC Wells to TNA today to help us celebrate our 5th Blogiversary. Parker has brought an exclusive sneak peek at their new series, Secrets, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Parker and KC! Hello! K.C. Wells and... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author Alicia Nordwell!

Please help us welcome author Alicia Nordwell, who's here to help us celebrate our 5th Blogiversary! She's sharing an exclusive excerpt and giveaway of her new holiday romance, Disastertastic. Welcome, Alicia! I wanted to join in the fun of congratulating The Novel Approach on their Five Year Blogiversary!! The internet has brought so many people... Continue Reading →

Blogiversary Celebration and Giveaway: Welcome to Author Shannon West!

We're so pleased to welcome author Shannon West today to help us celebrate our 5th Blogiversary. Shannon's sharing a little bit of info about her Holiday Wishes with you, and is also offering a great giveaway--details below. Welcome, Shannon! Happy Holidays to everyone! In the holiday season, love is in the air around us. And... Continue Reading →

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