Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Welcome to author Jane Darius, who's joining us to celebrate the release of her new novella, This Must Be the Place. We also have a little teaser from the book to tempt you with, so enjoy! Hi, everyone! I’m Jane Darius, and This Must Be the Place is my first published novella! Obviously, I’m too... Continue Reading →
Title: Set Ablaze Author: KC Burn Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There was so much to like about this book that I fear I may spoil too much of it. The complexity and depth of the characters were fantastic, and I particularly loved how Hayden grew from somebody who... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author KC Burn joining us today on the tour for her new release, Set Ablaze, from Dreamspinner Press. She's here today to talk about some of her favorite dancer romances, and there's also a fantastic giveaway, so be sure to check out those details at the end. Welcome, KC! My... Continue Reading →
Title: A Full Plate Series: Dreamspun Desires: Book 56 Author: Kim Fielding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 206 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Author Kim Fielding writes characters like no one else I know. Perhaps it’s because her men are so down-to-earth, their dilemmas plausible and their attraction less insta-love and more slow burn. Then... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Amy Lane and the tour for her latest release, Crocus, book two in the Bonfires series! Surviving the Winter of a Relationship There is a song by Dar Williams called “February” that breaks my heart every time. You can find it here and if you get a chance, give it a listen.... Continue Reading →
Title: Off the Beaten Path Author: Cari Z. Narrator: Jack Wesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 23 minutes Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: Jack Wesley did a very good job with the story, changing his voice appropriately, in a way that the characters were easily separated. 3 stars for this nice... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Kris T. Bethke joining us today to celebrate the release of Lost Souls Found, a new addition to Dreamspinner's Dreamspun Beyond house line and book two in the Requiem Inc. series. She has a little insight into her MC to share with us today, and there's also a chance... Continue Reading →
Title: A Dom and His Artist Series: Club Whisper: Book Two Author: Xenia Melzer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This book is a contemporary romance, not a hardcore BDSM offering, but at the end of the day, it is a pretty good contemporary romance. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Sometimes... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the virtual blog tour for Kim Fielding's new addition to the Dreamspun Desires line, A Full Plate. She's sharing a yummy recipe to tempt you with just in time for summer. Enjoy! Hi! I’m Kim Fielding, and I’m very excited to announce the arrival of my new Dreamspun Desires book, A Full Plate!... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Exclusive Cover Reveal for TA Moore's Stone the Crows, coming in May from Dreamspinner Press. Be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget, too, to enter for the chance to win an eCopy of Dog Days! About the Book Title: Stone the Crows Author: TA Moore Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Release: May 29,... Continue Reading →
Title: Redeeming the Stepbrother Series: Tales from St. Giles: Book Two Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Redeeming the Stepbrother is good. The story got a little convoluted and long-winded in the middle—it paces well in places and others not so much—but the storyline itself helps you... Continue Reading →
Title: Roses in the Devil's Garden Series: Fallen Rose: Book One Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 67 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: I loved the first part of the book where we get to know Harlan and Nathan, but the second part felt like another story. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Working... Continue Reading →
Title: Kairos Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kairos is an unapologetic romance that will make your heart happy and perfectly feed any need you may have for a story that has no more aspirations than to give the reader a happy-ever-after. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Sometimes... Continue Reading →
Title: Going Off Grid Series: States of Love Author: SJD Peterson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 78 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Overall, I thought this was a cute read. I enjoyed it while I was in the moment, but it lacked that oomph I was hoping for that would make it stand out. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Camp H.O.W.L. Series: Dreamspun Beyond: Book Seven Author: Bru Baker Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 55 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: I could see this narrator doing really well with a gumshoe mystery—a detective or cop character that was meant to sound hard-bitten and weary. But in... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the official cover reveal of Mia Kerick's My Crunchy Life! Hi Novel Approach friends! (And a huge thank you to one of my favorite, faithful blogs for hosting me today!) It’s Mia Kerick revealing the cover of my June 26, 2018 YA LGBTQ release—with a touch of romance—called My Crunchy Life. It's a... Continue Reading →
Title: Cowboy in the Crosshairs Series: Turquoise, New Mexico: Book One Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 232 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: BA Tortuga has crafted a really good cowboy mystery. The suspense has a gradual build up, and the guilty party wasn’t easy to discover. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Once... Continue Reading →
Lisa: We’re so pleased to welcome author Vicki Reese to The Novel Approach today to chat with us about her latest release from Dreamspinner Press, No Tears for Darcy. Thanks for joining us, Vicki, let’s start by having you tell us something about yourself that most people don’t know. Vicki: I’m very good at doing... Continue Reading →
Title: Sweet Nothings Series: Amuse Bouche: Book One Author: T. Neilson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 248 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For the most part this is an easy read, a lightly paced story with a HFN ending, and I definitely recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Will a bitter bite from the past... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author T. Nielson and the Sweet Nothings blog tour, a sweet new addition to the Dreamspun Desires house line from Dreamspinner Press! What if your family drove you nuts, but they were all you had? It's hard to stand out when you're one of a big family. It's even harder still when you're... Continue Reading →
Thank you, Lisa and The Novel Approach, for allowing me to share the cover for my upcoming release, Nudging Fate! This book is part of Dreamspinner’s Dreamspun Beyond house line of paranormal category romance, and is another of my “paranormal romantic comedies.” The cover design is by Aaron Anderson, who’s done the covers for all... Continue Reading →
Title: American Road Trip Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 86 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Welcome back, Sarah Black! As always, this is a strong, character driven story where the setting is a vibrant and vital aspect of the story. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A single moment—or a single mistake—can change everything.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Dom and His Writer Series: Club Whisper: Book One Author: Xenia Melzer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: In spite of a few issues, I liked this book very, very much. It's not often that a standalone features an already established couple, and I was very happy... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 450 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: I was amazed at some of the things the author pulled off in this book and this series. Amazing, wonderful stuff. I’m so glad to have read these books... Continue Reading →
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