Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: 'Tis the Season Author: Alex Jane Narrator: Michael Fell Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 2 hours and 57 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: I really enjoyed this narrator and felt he took a bit of a lackluster story and gave it the heart that the author intended for it to have. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Out of the Shadows Author: KC Wells Narrator: Finn Sterling Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 6 hours and 6 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: KC Wells takes an old story and retells it with her usual style. What is disappointing is the narration by Finn Sterling, who is normally much better at... Continue Reading →
Title: Olive Juice Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Derrick McClain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 11 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There is no doubt this narrator was near perfection for the story and in less capable hands, much of the impact of this novel has would have been lost. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Last Grand Master (Champion of the Gods: Book One) Author: Andrew Q. Gordon Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: DSP Publications (3rd Edition) Run Time: 13 hours and 13 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: If you love the author or the narrator, buy this book. If you love fantasy with a gay twist, buy... Continue Reading →
Title: Another Dumb Jock (Dumb Jock: Book Two) Author: Jeff Erno Narrator: Ezekiel Robison Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Another Dumb Jock is an extremely sweet story of discovery, personal growth, acceptance, and, above all, love. To be honest, this book knocked my... Continue Reading →
Title: Bonfires Author: Amy Lane Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 34 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A wonderful palate-cleanser of a romance with immediately likeable characters. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Ten years ago Sheriff's Deputy Aaron George lost his wife and moved to Colton, hoping growing up... Continue Reading →
Title: A Day Makes Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 33 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you love to listen to a great story with an awesome narrator, I would highly recommend A Day Makes. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Mob enforcer Ceaton Mercer has killed... Continue Reading →
Title: Two Cowboys and a Baby Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 5 hours and 51 minutes Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: Dorian Bane gives life, light, and fun to this romp of a book. Tortuga’s words and his narration pair well and are meant to be enjoyed.... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Leta Blake dropping in today with Will & Patrick (whom I adore) from the Wake Up Married serial (which I love). We've got an exclusive excerpt from the first chapter---available exclusively to Leta's Patreon supporters right now, but releasing to everyone on a date TBD--and our lovably prickly Patrick... Continue Reading →
Title: Power Bottom? Author: Rowan McAllister Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 38 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Buy the book for the story and for the top-level narration. Look for the names of both the author and the narrator on future books for what surely will be... Continue Reading →
Title: When the Dust Settles (Timing: Book Three) Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sean Crisden’s narration has improved since Timing, slower paced and the characters’ voices more defined. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Glenn Holloway’s predictable life ended the day... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Leta Blake joining us today on the audiobook tour for Training Season (love Matty and Rob!), narrated by the talented Michael Ferraiuolo. She's talking about choosing the right book and matching that book with the right voice talent, and she's also offering a giveaway, so be sure to check... Continue Reading →
Title: Catch and Release (The Release: Book Three) Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Lou Lambert Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 16 minutes Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: I can recommend this book to anyone who likes western romances, and to those who like a little mystery with their hot men. Both the... Continue Reading →
Title: As You Wish (Shatterproof Bond: Book One) Author: Isobel Starling Narrator: Gary Furlong Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 4 hours and 9 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The sweet moments in this book outweigh its flaws. Buy it for the narration and try to forgive the cliffhanger-y ending. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: One wedding,... Continue Reading →
Title: Extrasensual Perception Author: Rayna Vause Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 5 hours and 45 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This narration is wonderful and rich. It is a great addition to the Dreamspun Desires series, and could get a series of its own with a reluctant psychic and skeptical... Continue Reading →
Title: Just Drive (Anchor Point: Book One) Author: L.A. Witt Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 7 hours and 17 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: As this well-written story by L. A. Witt evolves, Russo captures every nuance of the characters and gives the listener an audio treat. Reviewed By: Mike... Continue Reading →
Title: A Kind of Honesty (A Kind of Stories: Book Three) Author: Lane Hayes Narrator: Seth Clayton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 10 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A great addition to a series I love, and the narration really brought Tim and Carter to life. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Music... Continue Reading →
Title: Where There’s Fire (Panopolis: Book Two) Author: Cari Z. Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 3 hours and 6 minutes Category: Sci-Fi, Alt U, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Nick Russo’s voice added to the drama throughout the entire story. He did amazing with Edward and all the other characters. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Crooked Tree Ranch (Montana: Book One) Author: RJ Scott Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 6 hours and 20 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a sweet, angst-free romance, so if that’s what you’re looking for, then I recommend it hands down. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: When a cowboy meets the... Continue Reading →
Title: Signs of Life Author: Melanie Hansen Narrator: Robert Nieman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 22 minutes At a Glance: While not as affecting for me as the first book in this series, this is a well written story of two damaged characters who really have to work for their happy ending.... Continue Reading →
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 →
Title: A Fortunate Blizzard Author: L.C. Chase Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: The real beauty of this story is the blossoming of Marcus—from uptight, isolated, laser-focused lawyer to actual friend, colleague and lover—further enhanced by Nick J. Russo’s narration.... Continue Reading →
Title: Adulting 101 Author: Lisa Henry Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 1 minute Category: Contemporary, Romantic Comedy At a Glance: This is an incredibly fun novel and, due to great storytelling and marvelous narrating, one I think you will want to listen to over and over. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Winter Oranges Author: Marie Sexton Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 4 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy/Paranormal, Contemporary At a Glance: This is a thoroughly charming story made even better by expert and engaging narration. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Jason Walker is a child star turned teen heartthrob turned... Continue Reading →
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