Where Fiction and Reality Meet
We're so pleased to have author Ana Raine joining us today to celebrate the release of her new novel, Captive Wings, book two in the Anima series from Dreamspinner Press. Welcome, Ana! About the Book Liberation from one master might mean enslavement to another. For centuries, the Kuro swan shifters have been the unwilling servants... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the exclusive cover reveal of Beau Schemery's The 7th of Victorica, book two in the Gadgets and Shadows series from Harmony Ink Press. We've got an excerpt to share from the book as well, and there's also a giveaway with two ways to win some great prizes, including a paperback copy of The... Continue Reading →
Title: Rebel Series: Ballsy Boys: Book One Authors: K.M. Neuhold and Nora Phoenix Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 248 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This a casual-to-serious trope that's very nicely done. All in all, the plot was good, though I liked the second book more. I think Tank is my favorite character so far.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Perfect Whore Series: Storm and Lightning: Book One Author: Josephine Myles Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 200 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: In spite of a personal niggle that threw the pacing out the window, there were many things to like about The Perfect Whore. I will be looking for the next installment... Continue Reading →
Title: My Fair Captain Series: Sci-Regency: Book One Author: J.L. Langley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 244 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: In the end, this book didn’t live up to what I know a well executed erotic romance can be. The -verse is functional, but it could have been so much more. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Through My Lens: A quarterly blog for Genre Talk Lloyd A. Meeker -- Through My Lens is just that – a glimpse of my thoughts, questions and opinions about writing craft issues, conditioned by my idiosyncratic worldview, my tastes, my perspective, my sensibilities. You’re in no way obliged to agree with me. In fact, I’m... Continue Reading →
Lisa: We’re so pleased to have author Shirley Anne Edwards joining us today to celebrate the release of her new book, Rage to Live. Welcome, Shirley! Let’s start right off with a book question: what’s your favorite scene in Rage to Live, and what makes it a fave? Shirley: One of my favorite scenes in... Continue Reading →
Title: I Heart Boston Terriers Author: Rick R. Reed Narrator: Tom Askin Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 1 hour and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a quick listen and a fine effort on the narrator’s part, so if you enjoy a good Rick Reed romance, you’ll really enjoy this book too.... Continue Reading →
Title: Unforgivable Series: Accidental Roots: Book Six Author: Elle Keaton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 235 Pages Category: Contemporary, Age Gap, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Elle Keaton really outdid herself with Unforgivable. It’s a well-structured mystery that leads to an unsolved crime, but, most of all, this truly is a superb May/December romance. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Witchbane Author: Morgan Brice Publisher: Darkwind Press Length: 275 Pages Category: Paranormal/Fantasy At a Glance: An engaging and interesting, fast paced paranormal suspense plot, kept me on my toes. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Seth Tanner and his brother Jesse's fun evening debunking local urban legends ends with Jesse's gruesome murder. Seth vows revenge on... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Sarah Black, who's here today to celebrate the release of her new novella, War Paint, the latest addition to Dreamspinner Press's States of Love house line! Georgia Guitars and Southern Rock Does Georgia have a bit more musical soul than the rest of the country? Maybe Detroit or New Orleans can claim... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author TA Moore dropping by today on the tour for her new novel, Stone the Crows, book two in the Wolf Winter series. We have an exclusive fairy tale ficlet to share with you today as well as a giveaway, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget at... Continue Reading →
Cheers, friends, and welcome to a quick preview of what we have coming up for you in the week ahead! We've got another fun one coming up, with lots of fresh new content to share with you, including some fantastic guests, a new installment of DSPP's Genre Talk, an exclusive cover reveal, and some great... Continue Reading →
Cheers, friends, and welcome to a recap of all the active giveaways we hosted at The Novel Approach over the course of the past week. We had some great goodies up for grabs, so be sure to check out what's still open for entries, but hurry, some of these giveaways are expiring soon! Jude Sierra... Continue Reading →
Title: War Paint Series: States of Love: Book 39 Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 88 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Bottom line? War Paint was a quick, angst-free, fun read, and I adored it! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: There’s an art to love. Mural artist Ben has come from Tel Aviv to... Continue Reading →
Title: Restraint Series: Power Exchange: Book Four Author: AJ Rose Publisher: Self-Published Length: 354 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense, BDSM At a Glance: I definitely recommend Restraint for all those familiar with the Power Exchange series. Rose is an eloquent and descriptive writer and has a way of making her characters real. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Dust Feast Series: Hollow Folk: Book Three Author: Gregory Ashe Publisher: Self-Published Length: 498 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal, Teen Fiction At a Glance: The pivotal climactic scene in this installment of the Hollow Folk series is vividly choreographed, and the newest twist promises to lead to some fruitful storytelling in Ashe's more than... Continue Reading →
Title: Infamous Author: Jenny Holiday Narrator: Michael Fell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Michael Fell has an amazing voice and did an excellent job with this book. I don't think I need to say anything more about his work, because he truly blew me away... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author CC Bridges joining us today on the tour for Angels Rising, book three in the Heaven Corp series from Dreamspinner Press. CC is here to chat about the writing process today, and there's also a great giveaway so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome! Thanks for... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the exclusive cover reveal of JL Merrow's Love at First Hate, a new addition to the Porthkennack ~verse coming in September 2018! About the Book Author: JL Merrow Release Date: Sep 3, 2018 Page Count: ~325 Type: Standalone Cover by: Garrett Leigh This title is part of the Porthkennack universe Blurb: First impressions can doom second chances. Bran Roscarrock... Continue Reading →
Title: A Tiny Piece of Something Greater Author: Jude Sierra Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 264 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Interlude Press continues to put out high quality, outstanding books, and Jude Sierra continues to wow me with her words. This book is going to stay with me for a long time.... Continue Reading →
Title: Ginger Snaps Series: Belladonna Arms: Book Five Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 240 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you are already a fan of this series, run, do not walk to get your copy of Ginger Snaps. It is just a beautiful story. If you have never had the joy... Continue Reading →
Title: Zero Warning Series: By the Numbers: Book Zero Author: John Charles Publisher: Manifest Vision Publishing Length: Novel Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This novel was a page turner. There’s suspense, action, danger, and some solid secondary characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: When FBI agent Mateo Hachman took the undercover assignment, he knew the risks.... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Marguerite Labbe, who's joining us today to celebrate the release of her new novel, A Little Side of Geek, book one in the Geek Life series from Dreamspinner Press! Southern Maryland Hello everyone. It’s good to be back at The Novel Approach. I put a great deal of thought into the settings... Continue Reading →
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