Where Fiction and Reality Meet
We're so pleased to have author T. Strange joining us today to chat a bit about her new book, My Zombie Fiancé. Enjoy! All of My Zombie Boyfriend took place in one city, but in My Zombie Fiancé Edward has to leave his comfort zone and head to Kingston—Ontario. I don’t remember exactly how it happened.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Taste of Honey Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Torquere Press Length: 105 Pages Category: M/M Romance, Contemporary Romance At a Glance: A Taste of Honey was another fun read from this writing team. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Boone Phillips needs a girlfriend and fast! His family reunion is approaching, and if he shows up... Continue Reading →
Title: A Different Dance Author: Nash Summers Publisher: Self-Published Length: 8700 Words At a Glance: I loved the idea of this story—and I’m a big ol’ Nash Summers fangirl—but in the end, or, actually, in the middle, I sure didn’t love it like I wanted to. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Casey has always dreamed of... Continue Reading →
Title: Riverdance Anthology Authors: Morwen Navarre, Lynn Townsend, L.J. Hamline, Dale Cameron Lowry, Asta Idonea Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 99 Pages At a Glance: On the whole this is a nice anthology; the stories are fanciful and hit a distinctly Irish note. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Riverdance is a compilation of all things Irish.... Continue Reading →
Title: Haunted Hotties (Volume Two) Authors: Various Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 223 Pages At a Glance: The majority of the stories in Haunted Hotties didn’t disappoint me, but a couple just didn’t do it for me. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: This Halloween collection has a little something for everybody. With demons, ghosts, psychics, reapers,... Continue Reading →
Title: The LD50 of Memories (Division P) Author: A.R. Moler Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 131 Pages At a Glance: A strong installment in the ongoing story of Cam and Mason. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Navy Pilot Cameron Bradshaw and orthopedic surgeon Mason Flynn are fast working towards solidifying their new family. But life is... Continue Reading →
Title: Shaken Author: Jenna Jones Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 101 Pages At a Glance: This is a well-written story of literal second chances. I just wish I had enjoyed reading it more. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: One year ago, Sebastian and Patrick got married so that Patrick would have full legal rights to be... Continue Reading →
Title: It was Supposed to be a Vacation Author: M Durango Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 118 Pages At a Glance: More of a mystery with romance on the side, but an engaging friends-to-lovers story nonetheless. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A week alone is just what Todd needs to get his head straight. Before he... Continue Reading →
Title: Full Moon Dating: Gage and Hamish Author: Julia Talbot Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 44 Pages At a Glance: I really liked this short and very hot story – so much so that I promptly went out and bought the rest of the stories in this series. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Cat shifter Gage... Continue Reading →
Title: Combine (A Hammer Novel) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 169 Pages At a Glance: Combine is a fitting addition to the Hammer series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Dom and sub couples Peter and Devon, and Max and Swan, are joining their lives together. After a week at The Briar Rose, they... Continue Reading →
Title: Never Too Early: Full Circle Authors: Chris Owen and Tory Temple Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 238 Pages At a Glance: I would love for this series to be released in paperback so I can put it in a place of honor in my library. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: In the final book of... Continue Reading →
Welcome back to Round Two of our Best of the Best of 2015! Today's Top Reads of the year come to you from Jules and Lana. Take a look at some of the books they thought were pretty outstanding this year, and then be sure to click on the Rafflecopter widget to enter for the... Continue Reading →
Title: Jack Of All Trades (Box Of Nails: Book Four) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 137 Pages At a Glance: Unfortunately, Jack of All Trades is not one of this author’s better works. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Brad is crashing in his cousin Stephen's room while he tries to sort out his... Continue Reading →
Title: The Dusty Hat Bar Author: L.J. Hamlin Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 96 Pages At a Glance: I liked Noah and Lennie, but the author’s writing style made the reading difficult at times. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Noah Kimberly walks into his usual bar, same as he does most Friday nights. It's surprisingly busy... Continue Reading →
Title: Plaid Nights Anthology Author: Various (see blurb) Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 186 Pages At a Glance: This book has a little of everything: sexy bad boys, a little mystery, a little paranormal, and a lot of entertainment. It’s a must read. Reviewed By: Lana Blurb: In Plaid Nights, men in kilts are as... Continue Reading →
Title: Andrew’s Prayer (The College Rose Romances) Author: Ashavan Doyon Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 267 Pages At a Glance: Andrew’s Prayer had incredible potential but simply lost its way in the latter part of the story. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: For Andrew Tuttleman, sex is a means to an end. With a mother too... Continue Reading →
Title: The Briar Rose: Blended Family Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 134 Pages At a Glance: A great addition to the Briar Rose series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Matt and Adam are back and this time they're welcoming two established Master/sub pairs who want to play together. Without ruining their friendship. Subs... Continue Reading →
Title: Finding Their Way Author: Chris Owen and Tory Temple Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 153 Pages At a Glance: Chris Owen and Tory Temple are making the relationships between these four men work. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Continuing from the first book in the series (Never Too Early: The Beginning), Chance and Tucker and... Continue Reading →
Title: Lock and Key Author: T. Strange Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 88 Pages At a Glance: This book has a great premise but it just kind of fell flat for me. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: After meeting Terry at a motorcycle show, Gavin is sure he’s found the man of his dreams. While he’s... Continue Reading →
Who hasn’t heard someone say boys don’t cry? Or seen readers debate whether they’re okay with that in their books on Goodreads or Facebook. As authors, we have this conversation too. We want to avoid stereotypes; we want our characters to reflect men that we know; and we want the story to have what it... Continue Reading →
**Be Sure To Join The Novel Approach And Yours Truly On The My Zombie Boyfriend Facebook Page Today From 3-4pm Eastern Time For An Hour Of Games And Prizes!** Title: My Zombie Boyfriend Author: T. Strange Publisher: Torquere Press Genres: M/M, Paranormal, Romance, Contemporary Blurb: Edward Grey is a medical student by day, necromancer by... Continue Reading →
The Novel Approach welcomes TA Moore today on the Labyrinth of Stone blog tour. Writers are creatures of habit. Not all - but most - have a few routines that in place that lubricate the flow of inspiration. They write in a specific place or play a specific song; they write in the morning or... Continue Reading →
The Novel Approach is please to welcome Kristi Boulware today to talk a bit about Torquere Press, where it's been and where it's going to meet your LGBT reading needs for the future. As a special thank you, Kristi is also offering the chance for one lucky reader to win either an e-book of choice... Continue Reading →
Cheers, everyone, and welcome back for another look at what we have coming up in the week ahead. Great guests, giveaways, and chats about books complement a full week of reviews. Here's what's on tap just for you! Monday – To kick off the week, Riptide Publishing brings you the Misfits blog tour with Garrett... Continue Reading →
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