Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Whiskey Business (States of Love) Author: Avon Gale Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 104 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I hope we see much more of this town and this couple—it would really be a treat! Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Ryder Waites will do anything to keep the tiny town of Gallows Grove, Kentucky,... Continue Reading →
It Is Hard Not to Kill You’d think it would be pretty easy but you know, murder is a tasty, tasty thing when writing. I like a dead body. Not going to lie. So when I was somewhat challenged to write a contemporary—mostly challenged to write one—my first thought was… well, fuck it… I need... Continue Reading →
Please help us welcome author Julia Talbot today for our 5th Blogiversary Celebration. Julia's here to chat a bit about her newest release, Jackass Flats, and is also offering the chance for one lucky reader to win a $10 Amazon Gift Card, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Julia! What is... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Jeff Adams to TNA today, on the tour for his newest Dreamspinner publication, Love's Opening Night. We have a character interview to share with you this morning, as well as a chance to win an e-copy of the book, so be sure to check out the details below. Welcome,... Continue Reading →
Title: His Needs Author: Kris T. Bethke Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 113 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: A short, sweet, and sexy romantic holiday hurt/comfort read. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: When State Trooper Travis Kinslow is injured right before Thanksgiving, the only positive is that for once he won’t be working during... Continue Reading →
Title: Mistletoe Reunion in Loveland (Welcome to Loveland: Book Three) Author: K-lee Klein Publisher: Self-Published Length: 70 Pages Category: Holiday At a Glance: Sweet second chance story with a just hint of Christmas. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: ~Colorado's majestic scenery and creative community may be perfect for finding love, but life can change anywhere.~ Graham and... Continue Reading →
About the Book Ryder Waites will do anything to keep the tiny town of Gallows Grove, Kentucky, from vanishing off the map—even sell his family’s whiskey recipe to Bluegrass Bourbon in Lexington. Hopeful that the larger company can provide necessary improvements to the distillery, Ryder aims ultimately to get Gallows Grove on the Bourbon Trail…... Continue Reading →
Title: New Eyes Author: T.K. Paige Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 68 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sometimes it’s nice to take a step back and read something that just leaves a happy feeling, and this story did just that. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Sometimes, all it takes to find what you need is to... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Title: Mele Kalikimaka (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: B.G. Thomas and Noah Willoughby Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 95 Pages Category: Holiday Romance At a Glance: I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I definitely recommend it as a happy holiday treat. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Being rich has its advantages, but it is also rife... Continue Reading →
Title: Simple After All (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Yolande Kleinn Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 49 Pages Category: Holiday, Contemporary At a Glance: Another winner from the Dreamspinner Advent. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Noah Fiore, contracts attorney and dedicated curmudgeon, spends every Christmas with his family on the shore of Lake Superior. It’s practically... Continue Reading →
Title: Santa Baby (Minnesota Christmas: Book Four) Author: Heidi Cullinan Publisher: Self-Published Length: 227 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, M/M/M, Contemporary At a Glance: Onward and upward…I’m sure I’ll love the next one. This was definitely a very rare miss. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Trimming the tree is more fun with three. Twin Cities developer Dale... Continue Reading →
Title: No Small Parts (A Bluewater Bay Novel) Author: Ally Blue Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 204 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is book sixteen in the Bluewater Bay universe, and I have to say it brings some life back into this series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Nat Horn is almost living the dream.... Continue Reading →
Title: Catch and Release (The Release Series: Book Three Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 230 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’ve read many books by BA Tortuga, and I have to say that Catch and Release is different in a good way. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Dakota Landry just got out of... Continue Reading →
Title: Striking Sparks Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Striking Sparks is a well executed enemies-to-lovers tale. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: The stakes are high and the heat is on. Beau Walker, owner of the Barbecue Shack, needs the help of Jake Parnell, his one-time rival... Continue Reading →
Meet Dakota Hey y’all! I’m BA Tortuga, resident redneck and a sucker for a hard-case. I fell in love with Dakota the second I met him. It’s always weird when I have to introduce new characters to the world because you have to straddle that fine line between spoiling and letting you understand how much... Continue Reading →
Title: Rebound Remedy Author: Christine d'Abo Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 3 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: Excellent pacing packs a lot of character development and story into this deceptively brief run time. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: The last thing Cole expects to get for the... Continue Reading →
Please help us welcome author Jay Northcote, who's here to help us celebrate our Blogiversary as well as share his gratitude for some good things that have happened in 2016. He's also sharing a great giveaway so be sure to check out the details for that below. Welcome, Jay! Congratulations on your Blogiversary, Lisa, and... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Taylor V. Donovan to TNA's 5 Year Blogiversary Celebration. Taylor's here to share some great GRL memories, and she's also got a fantastic giveaway for which you can find details below. Welcome, Taylor! Hello, everyone! As you may or may not know, I’m an author of gay romantic fiction... Continue Reading →
Title: Acceptable Behavior (Marked Men: Book One) Author: Jenna Byrnes Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 172 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In spite of not being a fan of Sam's sister, I liked the storyline Jenna Byrnes put together. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Tattoos don’t define a person’s character, or make him sexy. But, if... Continue Reading →
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