Title: Playing the Palace Author: Paul Rudnick Publisher: Berkley/Penguin Random House Length: 269 Pages Category: Contemporary Romance Rating: 4.5 Stars At a Glance: What an absolutely funny, charming, warm and heartfelt lightning-strike of a love story Playing the Palace is. This book will undoubtedly go down as one of my favorite feel-good romances of the…
Tag: Gay Romance
Review: Hold Fast by Sebastian Nothwell
Title: Hold Fast Author: Sebastian Nothwell Publisher: Self-Published Length: 295 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: Delivered in a voice that lends itself well to the period in which the story is set, Nothwell tells a classic tale of romance with the requisite complications, drama, past trauma, and, of course, a happily ever after….
Guest Post and Giveaway: The Billionaire’s Wish by Geoffrey Knight
We’re so pleased to have author Geoffrey Knight dropping in today to celebrate the release of his holiday romance, The Billionaire’s Wish, and to remember his dear friend, Ethan Day. Geoffrey is also offering a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details at the end. Welcome, Geoff! Hi everyone, and thanks so much…
Guest Post and Giveaway: Life in Union by Ethan Day
We’re so pleased to have author Ethan Day dropping in today to celebrate the release of the third novel in his Summit City series, Life in Union. He’s here to chat about the evolution of Boone and Wade, and as part of the fun, he’s also offering up the chance for one lucky reader to…
Review: Life in Union by Ethan Day
Title: Life in Union Series: Summit City: Book Three Author: Ethan Day Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 257 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Life in Union is simply this: a sweet romance with a healthy side of humor and a soupçon of conflict to keep things real and remind us that into each relationship it’s…
Review: Jay Bird by Thomas Grant Bruso
Title: Jay Bird Author: Thomas Grant Bruso Publisher: JMS Books Length: 23k Words Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Jay Bird had some very nice moments with some beautifully realistic characters and just a touch of romance, but the structural flaws in the timeline and how it affected the plot could not be easily dismissed. Reviewed…
Guest Post and Giveaway: The Billionaire’s Wedding by Geoffrey Knight
We’re so pleased to have author Geoffrey Knight dropping by today on the tour for his latest release, The Billionaire’s Wedding, the sequel to The Billionaire’s Boyfriend. Geoff is here to share some great news with us today, and there’s also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Geoff! We’re…
Review: A San Francisco Romance: The Story of Ryan and Leland by Brandon Carlisle
Title: A San Francisco Romance: The Story of Ryan and Leland Author: Brandon Carlisle Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 356 Pages Category: Gay Fiction At a Glance: This story is akin to enjoying a warm cup of coffee… Take your time, slow yourself down, and enjoy. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: A San Francisco Romance: The Story…
Guest Post and Giveaway: The Temple of Time by Geoffrey Knight
Hi, friends, welcome to The Temple of Time blog tour with author Geoffrey Knight! We’re so pleased to have Geoff stopping by today to celebrate the release of the fifth book in his Fathom’s Five series, and to share his giveaway with you too, so be sure to check out all the details below. Enjoy!…
Exclusive Cover Reveal: Hard Truths by Alex Whitehall
Welcome to author Alex Whitehall and the Exclusive Cover Reveal of their novel Hard Truths, coming in October 2018 from Riptide Publishing The Cover The Blurb He can’t have the family he wants, but he may get the love he deserves. Isaac didn’t expect to find love at his family’s Christmas dinner, but that was…
Review: Ginger Snaps by John Inman
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…
Review: Robby Riverton: Mail Order Bride by Eli Easton
Title: Robby Riverton: Mail Order Bride Author: Eli Easton Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: Novel Category: Historical, Western At a Glance: I loved how everything in this story was resolved. Yes, it happened exactly as expected, but that’s what makes Robby Riverton: Mail Order Bride such a comfortable read, perfect for those precious quiet moments we…
And the Beagle Makes Three: An Interview and Giveaway with Author Geoff Knight
Lisa: We’re so pleased to have author Geoff Knight joining us today on the tour for his brand new novella, And the Beagle Makes Three. Welcome, Geoff! Let’s start with a question about the book: what’s your favorite scene in And the Beagle Makes Three, and what makes it a fave? Geoff: I love the…
Review: Oskar Blows a Gasket by Claire Davis and Al Stewart
Title: Oskar Blows a Gasket Authors: Claire Davis and Al Stewart Publisher: Beaten Track Publishing Length: 263 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: Oskar Blows a Gasket is a coming of age novel filled with all the pathos and humorous undercurrents of a John Hughes film. Or, all the humor with a healthy…
Interview and Giveaway: The Rescuer by Eric Huffbind
Lisa: We’re so pleased to have author Eric Huffbind in the interview seat today on the tour for his latest release, The Rescuer. Welcome, Eric! Let’s start things off with having you tell us something about yourself that most people don’t know. Eric: I am a huge fan of Walt Disney! I don’t think there…
Movie Review: Love, Simon ~ Starring Nick Robinson and Directed by Greg Berlanti
Title: Love, Simon Starring: Nick Robinson, Katherine Langford, Alexandra Shipp, Josh Duhamel, Logan Miller, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Tony Hale, Natasha Rothwell, Keiynan Lonsdale, Miles Heizer, and Jennifer Garner Directed By: Greg Berlanti Distributed By: 20th Century Fox Genres/Categories: Teen Romance, Romantic Comedy, Drama, Coming Out Run Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes At a Glance:…
Audio Review: The Garden by Rosalind Abel
Title: The Garden Series: Lavender Shores: Book Two Author: Rosalind Abel Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 23 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is an amazing addition to this series. Kirt Graves’ voice is so well suited to the story that it’s almost impossible to imagine anyone else doing…
Review: King Daniel by Edmond Manning
Title: King Daniel Series: The Lost and Founds: Book Six Author: Edmond Manning Publisher: Self-Published Length: 225 Pages Category: Gay Fiction, Romance At a Glance: If you have not read this series, please do yourself a favor and do so as soon as possible. This is a journey you will not want to miss. Reviewed…
Review: Preacher, Prophet, Beast by Harper Fox
Title: Preacher, Prophet, Beast Series: The Tyack & Frayne Mysteries: Book Seven Author: Harper Fox Publisher: Self-Published Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Preacher, Prophet, Beast reads like a fever dream at times, often making me question what was real and what wasn’t—maybe it was both, and that unknowing is the sum…
Audio Review: Nachos & Hash by Brandon Witt ~ Narrated by Dominic Carlos
Title: Nachos & Hash Series: Mary’s Boys: Book One Author: Brandon Witt Narrator: Dominic Carlos Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Carlos make the words come to life. He makes the feelings of the characters sharp and shiny as cut glass. Emotions are told with perfection…
