Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Vespertine Authors: Leta Blake and Indra Vaughn Narrator: Michael Ferraiuolo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 14 hours and 18 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: Listening to Vespertine was like visiting an old friend. I enjoyed hearing Mr. Ferraiuolo bring Nicky and Father Jazz to life. Definitely a recommended listen for audiobook lovers! Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Triangulation Series: Borealis Investigations: Book Two Author: Gregory Ashe Narrator: Charlie David Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 48 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I love Ashe’s storytelling style. It’s real, and gritty, and completely engrossing. I am so hooked on this series, you guys, and I now can’t imagine anyone else... Continue Reading →
Title: Orientation Series: Borealis Investigations: Book One Author: Gregory Ashe Narrator: Charlie David Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 11 hours and 26 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Bottom line? Orientation is a thrilling start to what is sure to be a fantastic series. I love Ashe’s writing style. I adore North and Shaw. And, Charlie... Continue Reading →
Title: Mr. Frosty Pants Series: Home for the Holidays: Book One Author: Leta Blake Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 10 hours and 47 minutes Category: Holiday Romance At a Glance: All in all, this was a fantastic romance, and a very enjoyable listening experience! Pick it up if you haven’t already. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Heartsong Series: Green Creek: Book Three Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 17 hours and 46 minutes Category: Paranormal/Fantasy At a Glance: As usual, there is so little I can say about the book without giving things away. And, believe me you don’t want to be spoiled. But I can... Continue Reading →
Title: Song of the Navigator Author: Astrid Amara Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 41 minutes Category: SciFi At a Glance: Aside from the story's somewhat abrupt ending, I thoroughly enjoyed Tover’s journey, and I thought Russo was an excellent choice for the narration. I absolutely love his voice, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Again Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: Again is another example of why Mary Calmes is the master of the novella, but for me it was Nick Russo’s narration that made the whole thing. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: How to Be a Movie Star Series: How to Be: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 12 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: While I wasn’t one hundred percent on board with a couple of Lesley's creative choices, for the most part he... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rainbow Clause Author: Beth Bolden Narrator: Wyatt Baker Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 45 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Rainbow Clause is well written, relatively angst-lite, and sweet but not saccharine since Nick’s sarcasm would never let it get too cheesy, a sarcasm that is delivered very well by... Continue Reading →
Title: With a Kick: Collection No. One Series: With a Kick Author: Clare London Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hour and 40 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you like stories that feature characters whose lives and relationships are relatable, complicated but still sweet and enjoyable, brought to life by the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Bones Beneath My Skin Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 55 minutes Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: This is not your typical romance, but the names Klune and Tremblay are not to be missed in any capacity. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: In the spring of 1995,... Continue Reading →
Title: Off the Ice Series: Hat Trick: Book One Authors: Avon Gale and Piper Vaughn Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 7 hours and 53 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: While the story itself may have a few flaws, Kirt Graves' narration lifted it to a whole other level and saved it... Continue Reading →
Title: Aunt Sookie & Me: The Sordid Tale of a Scandalous Southern Belle Author: Michael Scott Garvin Narrator: Angie Hickman Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 10 hours and 50 minutes Category: Literary Fiction, Humor/Satire, Historical (1960s) At a Glance: This novel was pretty much pure genius, but the narration by Angie Hickman managed to take it... Continue Reading →
Title: P.S. I Spook You Author: S.E. Harmon Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: P.S. I Spook You is an enjoyable listen and if it is the first in a series, the slower pace to Rain’s coming to terms with his new... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 27 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: At turns uproarious, comical, heartbreaking, tear inducing, deeply emotional and satisfying by the end, this book is not to be missed. The... Continue Reading →
Title: No Tears for Darcy Author: Vicki Reese Narrator: Brock Hatton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 28 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Brock Hatton does what he can with this plot, and believably conveys a former FBI agent being fully bamboozled by the friends and townies he calls close friends.... Continue Reading →
Title: Friendly Fire Author: Cari Z. Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 5 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Look for Nick J. Russo’s name on other books; you will not be disappointed. This book is fine for what it is, but other titles by this same author are... Continue Reading →
Title: Diversion Series: Diversion: Book One Author: Eden Winters Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Rocky Ridge Books Run Time: 8 hours and 22 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Darcy Stark uses all of his talents to take this thriller to the next level, and keeps the listener involved with his exceptional vocal abilities. The... Continue Reading →
Title: The Haunting of Timber Manor Author: F.E. Feeley Jr Narrator: Tony Stone Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 27 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: Just like with a written book, with audio there will be a few errors to ignore, but there comes a point when the errors are so numerous or... Continue Reading →
Title: Wet Heat Author: R.D. Hero Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 2 hours and 42 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy, BDSM, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: What narrator Nick J. Russo does for this basic story is give Lee’s character both the deflective sarcasm and underlying emotional neediness that isn’t always transparent in the written word... Continue Reading →
Title: Before You Break Series: Secrets: Book One Authors: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 13 hours and 21 minutes Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: There are a lot of emotional moments and angst that Joel Leslie’s narration really bring home. With his trademark skill and ability... Continue Reading →
Title: Highway Man Author: Eden Winters Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 1 hour and 46 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The narration here is as masterful as the words of this story. Pick up the audio if you can. You will not be disappointed. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Killian Desmond’s dreams died... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Jon Michaelsen joining us today to celebrate the re-release and new cover art for his mystery Prince of the Sea, also out in audiobook and narrated by Philip Church. Jon is sharing an excerpt from the book with us today, and he's also offering up the chance for three... Continue Reading →
Title: Love You So Hard Series: The Love You So Stories: Book One Author: Tara Lain Narrator: Ry Forest/Stephen Kurpis Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 55 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The way in which Ry Forest brought Craig to life in his narration made me love the guy even more... Continue Reading →
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