Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Lisa: We’re so pleased to welcome author LM Somerton and the Warlocks Series blog tour the TNA today. Thanks so much for dropping by, LM! Let’s start with having you tell us a little bit about yourself. Where are you from and what do you write? LM: I was born in Bath, Somerset and if... Continue Reading →
Title: Throwaway Author: Jon Keys Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 45 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Throwaway is an easy and quick read, with a little drama and some heartfelt moments. I thought the author did a really nice job of giving insight into Garrett and Trevor’s characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Garrett escaped the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Coach Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 33 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Thom Collins’ stories never disappoint me. The Coach is a short story with a solid plot. Both Cole’s and Josh’s characters were well developed. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: A routine assignment unlocks the secrets of his past. News... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author Angel Martinez and the All the World's an Undead Stage virtual tour! This is book six in Angel's popular Offbeat Crimes series, and she's joining us today to chat about the origins of the story. Reflections of the City The Seventy-Seventh didn't grow out of a purposeful desire to create diverse fiction.... Continue Reading →
Title: From Upstairs to Downstairs Author: J.P. Bowie Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 182 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: From Upstairs to Downstairs was a nice historical romance that left me wanting just a bit more plot development but definitely delivered on the romance aspect. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Edward Lazenby has it all –... Continue Reading →
Title: The Wounded Warrior (Rocking W: Book One) Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 217 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a great start to the Rocking W series from BA Tortuga. The storyline is full of drama, humor, support from friends and heartwarming family moments. There’s lots of love here, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Hiding From Two (Soul Match: Book Three) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 149 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, BDSM, Ménage At a Glance: A much awaited sequel with Morgan’s story in the Soul Match series! Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Embracing destiny was never meant to be easy. Morgan can’t figure out where he belongs anymore... Continue Reading →
Title: Jackalopes & Woofen-Poofs (Offbeat Crimes: Book Five) Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 225 Pages Category: Paranormal, Comedy At a Glance: Jackalopes & Woofen-Poofs is a rollicking good romance that once again left me smiling and wanting to reread it over and over again! Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: All Animal Control Officer Jason... Continue Reading →
Title: Nurture Authors: Jaime Samms and Sarah Masters Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 145 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Nurture is a great collaboration between Jaime Samms and Sarah Masters but won't be for everyone, as it delves into abuse and abusive relationships in an honest way. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Nature versus nurture.... Continue Reading →
Title: Silent Voices Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 62 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Thom Collins never disappoints me with his suspense thrillers. For a novella, this is a page turner, somewhat dark, and will have you on edge. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: A desire for justice as strong as their... Continue Reading →
Title: Linchpin Author: Jodi Payne Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 73 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Linchpin is a quick read, with just the right amount of suspense, danger, humor and an interesting twist. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: He’s sent in to clean up and is left with one very hot mess. Randall Quinn has... Continue Reading →
Title: Three New Wishes (Rainbow Island: Book Three) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 213 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: Each book in this series gives us three scenarios centered around the BDSM lifestyle, and while the vignettes are hot and emotionally touching, it is the polyamorous relationship of the three men... Continue Reading →
Title: Behind the Mask Author: Elizabeth Coldwell Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 36 Pages Category: Contemporary, Action/Adventure At a Glance: A quick and enjoyable read. Not too deep, which would be nearly impossible in such a short number of pages, but packing a fun little punch nonetheless. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: He keeps his true identity hidden,... Continue Reading →
Title: Evan Sent Author: J.P. Bowie Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 152 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I like where Bowie took the plot, here, and twisted it into something suspenseful and dangerous for the two MCs. This is a thoroughly entertaining read! Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Fiction and reality become intertwined when a young... Continue Reading →
Title: Admissible Behavior (Marked Men: Book Two) Author: Jenna Byrnes Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 181 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This book is a well-done sequel to Acceptable Behavior, and I was glad to see Alex get his own story, but it took me a little time to warm up to Kyle. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Wake Author: K. Evan Coles and Brigham Vaughn Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 261 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Wake is quite a journey. When the inevitable happens and crisis emerges, I found myself unable to put the book down. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: A love worth the wait Carter Hamilton and Riley Porter-Wright room... Continue Reading →
Title: Facing Fears (Kiss of Leather: Book Seven) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 151 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: More of Liam, and Tobey gets his story as well. A great addition to the series! Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: As the men of Kiss of Leather celebrate the resolution of the case... Continue Reading →
Title: Cutting Cords (Kiss of Leather: Book Six) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 136 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: If you’re a fan of the series, I highly recommend you read this book. If you haven’t read the series, I suggest you start with book one first. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Renewal (Dublin Virtues: Book Three) Author: Helena Stone Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 183 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The thing I liked best about this story is how brutal and painful some of the life events were. I was thrilled with Renewal and definitely plan on putting Helena Stone on my TBR list.... Continue Reading →
Title: Burning Boundaries (Elemental Evidence: Book Two) Authors: Bellora Quinn and Sadie Rose Bermingham Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 257 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Sadie Rose Bermingham and Bellora Quinn have me hooked on their Elemental Evidence series. I don’t know where the authors will take Mari and Jake next, but I’m... Continue Reading →
Title: An Unexpected Truth Author: S.A. Meade Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 177 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: An Unexpected Truth just missed the mark for me. It's a good story that with a bit more development and time could have been a great one. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Brendan Matthews is happy training... Continue Reading →
Title: Equality (Dublin Virtues: Book Two) Author: Helena Stone Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 156 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Equality is a very nice addition to author Helena Stone’s Dublin Virtues trilogy. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Lorcan Barratt has never considered himself relationship material. After his parents made it perfectly clear they’d never welcome... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Sadie Rose Bermingham, half the writing duo of Burning Boundaries from Pride Publishing. She's done a lightning round style interview for us, so enjoy and welcome, Sadie Rose! Word Sprints! Plotter or pantser? S: Reformed Pantser *laughs* Coffee or tea? S: Tea, with milk. Cats or dogs? S: Cats... Continue Reading →
Title: Fear and Loving in Las Vegas (2nd Edition) Author: J.P. Bowie Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 99 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense, Crime Fiction At a Glance: Fear and Loving in Las Vegas fell way too short of the mark for me. I just needed a bit more realism for this story to make any sense. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
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