Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Counting Down (Counting #2) Author: Kelly Jensen Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 63 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Another frustrating episode for Marcus and Henry that keeps them off-kilter and needing to work together as a team. I liked this continuing story; we get a clear idea of Marcus’s fantasy about what’s going to... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Elle Keaton back to TNA today to celebrate the upcoming release of No Pressure, book two in the Accidental Roots series. Elle is here to chat about the book and its main character, and she's also offering one lucky reader the chance to win an e-copy of the book,... Continue Reading →
Lisa: Hi, everyone, and welcome to the Strays blog tour. We’re so glad to have the book’s author, Garrett Leigh, joining us today to chat a bit about this newest installment in the Urban Soul series. Garrett, let’s start with the series title. For readers who might not be familiar with it yet, what’s the significance of... Continue Reading →
Title: Bonfires Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 280 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I hope that Larx and Aaron find their place in your heart and onto your bookshelf. This is one delightful romance you should be sure not to miss. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Ten years ago Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron George... Continue Reading →
Title: Gods of Vengeance Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 34 Pages Category: Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: If you’re looking for a good short thriller, Gods of Vengeance is worth the read. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: United in passion. Driven by vengeance. Owen Hazard, a young farmer, is dead. Murdered while he tried to... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome first time visitor Jon McDonald to TNA today, on the tour to celebrate the release of his latest novel Spritzer: A Sparkling Gay Romance. Enjoy his guest post and then be sure to check out the NineStar Press giveaway below. Welcome, Jon! How I Developed the Characters and Plot for... Continue Reading →
Title: Strays (Urban Soul: Book Two) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Strays was a great follow-up to Misfits; I think it’s obvious that I loved it. I was enthralled cover-to-cover (speaking of the cover…guhhhhhh…so gorgeous), and adored Lenny and Nero together. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Work,... Continue Reading →
Title: Play Dead (Glasgow Lads: Book 3.5) Author: Avery Cockburn Publisher: Self-Published Length: 170 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: As much as it was difficult to see Andrew and Colin struggle, it was also satisfying to see them triumph, and that makes Play Dead a must read for fans of this couple... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Amy Lane joining us to chat about the release of her new novel, Bonfires. Welcome, Amy! Kids and Romance Isn’t it funny how kids act as birth control. No, wait—grownups can find their own birth control. Kids act as sex deterrent. It’s a proven fact. When my youngest child... Continue Reading →
Title: Hanging the Stars (Half Moon Bay: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 41 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Those familiar with M/M fiction will probably know the incredible talents of Tremblay already, but on the off chance you’ve never had the pleasure,... Continue Reading →
Title: Warders: Volume Two Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 365 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: Badass demon hunters looking for true love, with a reprise. Definitely worth the read! Reviewed By: Caer Blurb: Most humans live in blissful ignorance, never dreaming of the frightening surprises and paranormal danger that lurks in... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Rain (Carlisle Cops: Book Three) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: What makes the Carlisle Cops so special is the great characters who return in each book and have become an extended family to one another in this series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Since... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Ken Bachtold. He's joining us today to introduce his latest release, A Company of Players, a new addition to the States of Love series from Dreamspinner Press. From New York to San Francisco As I live in New York, I place most of my books here, in order to give the scenes as... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author DJ Jamison today on the tour for her newest release, Bedside Manner. DJ's chatting secondary characters with us and is also offering a great giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, DJ! The Curse--or Blessing--of the Secondary Character As an author, you want your story... Continue Reading →
Title: A Boy Worth Knowing Author: Jennifer Cosgrove Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 173 Pages Category: Young Adult, Paranormal At a Glance: A Boy Worth Knowing should absolutely be a hit among YA fans, but I think will resonate with anyone who is looking for a fun paranormal story. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Ghosts can’t seem... Continue Reading →
Title: An Arresting Ride (Survivors Find Love: Book Two) Author: Lissa Kasey Publisher: Self-Published Length: 234 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: With a gentle hand and a compassionate touch, author Lissa Kasey allows us to watch two men who have been broken and who are from very different pasts heal together and find love... Continue Reading →
Title: Sophie (A Survivor Story: Book Five) Author: J.P. Barnaby Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 108 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m sad to see the series end, but it does so in the most fabulous way. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: It’s amazing how a single word from a tiny girl can change your life.... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Tara Lain today, on the tour for her newest DSP release, Cowboys Don't Ride Unicorns. Welcome, Tara! What You Always Wanted to Know about Unicorns! Hi! I’m so happy to be here at The Novel Approach today celebrating the release of Cowboys Don’t Ride Unicorns, my first book about... Continue Reading →
Title: Exposed Author: Bey Deckard Publisher: Self-Published Length: 264 Pages Category: Contemporary, May/December, BDSM At a Glance: Bey Deckard: writing addictive dysfunction and heart-tugging erotica, one plot bunny at a time. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: With middle-age looming, Greg offsets his boring day job with what truly feeds his soul: photography. The camera is an... Continue Reading →
Title: Leo Loves Aries Author: Anyta Sunday Publisher: Self-Published Length: 278 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: If you haven’t checked this one out yet, I highly recommend you do. It’s sure to have you smiling, swooning, laughing, and maybe checking your horoscope! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A new person will enter your... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have Helena Stone with us today on the tour for her new novel, Patience, book one in the Dublin series. Helena is sharing a bit of her city's charm with us and is also offering a great giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, Helena! Dublin—A... 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: Parasite (Vertex: Book Two) Author: Soren Summers Publisher: Self-Published Length: 69k Words Category: Horror At a Glance: Far be it from me to make a corny cannibal zombie joke, but I devoured this book and loved every bloody word of it. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: It’s been one hundred and forty-five days since the... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Lane Hayes on the tour for her latest release, Leaning Into the Fall, book two in the Leaning Into series. Our hearts are in San Francisco today, so read on and be sure to check out the giveaway details too. Welcome, Lane! The City and the Reason Thank you... Continue Reading →
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