Title: Sinister Hunger Series: Bloodstream: Book One Author: Katze Snow Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 212 Pages Category: Horror, Post-Apocalyptic/Dystopian, Vampires At a Glance: There is no doubt that Snow has an engaging voice and writing style that's easy to read, but sadly, I didn't find the hook that's going to keep me glued to my... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Blood Bathery: Like the Night by Ari McKay
Welcome to the Blood Bathery: Like the Night blog tour with the writing team of Ari McKay! Ari is here to chat with us about the re-release of The Guardians of Gaia series, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details at the end. Hi, everyone! Ari here, from Ari... Continue Reading →
Excerpt: Stray by J.K. Hogan
Hi folks! J.K. here! I’m here to talk about my new project (you know, in addition to all of my traditional WIPs) called STRAY. Stray is a book I’m releasing by the chapter, free on my website (think fanfiction, but not). It’s a bit of a deviation from my normal M.O. of contemporary with a... Continue Reading →
Interview and Giveaway: The Calling by M.D. Neu
We're so pleased to welcome author M.D. Neu to TNA today on the tour for his new release from NineStar Press, The Calling. He's answered a few interview questions for us, and he's also offering a giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below! The Interview It’s day five of my Blog... Continue Reading →
Review: The Dead by Cal Matthews
Title: The Dead (The Thaumaturge Series: Book One) Author: Cal Matthews Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 228 Pages Category: Fantasy, Paranormal, Horror At a Glance: Apart from one little personal niggle, I loved the mysticism and magic and descriptive narration of this story. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: “She’s dead,” I said to him harshly, and he... Continue Reading →
Review: Blood Drop by Jacob Z. Flores
Title: Blood Drop (Warlock Brothers of Havenbridge: Book Five) Author: Jacob Z. Flores Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 246 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Vampires/Shifters At a Glance: A beautifully woven tale of love and suspense, Mr. Flores has provided a fast-paced tale well worth your time. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: A single drop of blood might... Continue Reading →
Review: The Orchard of Flesh by Christian Baines
Title: The Orchard of Flesh (Arcadia Trust: Book Two) Author: Christian Baines Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 264 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Paranormal At a Glance: Never one to dismiss a good cliffie, I can say that this one did its job in cementing my commitment to read the next book in the series, no... Continue Reading →
Review: Fangs and Catnip by Julia Talbot
Title: Fangs and Catnip (Dead and Breakfast: Book One) Author: Julia Talbot Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Beyond Length: 220 Pages Category: Fantasy/Paranormal, Shifters, Vampires At a Glance: Fangs and Catnip felt like one of the most natural growing stories I’ve read in a while. The whole book came alive, and I’m torn on which of the... Continue Reading →
Review: Ante Up by Kim Fielding
Title: Ante Up (Dreamspun Beyond: Book Eight) Author: Kim Fielding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: I love Kim Fielding’s work—I do—but this story just seemed to be missing some real meat. All in all, the book delivers a nice little romance without too much angst and just enough action... Continue Reading →
Guest Post: All the World’s an Undead Stage by Angel Martinez
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 →
Review: Vampire Claus by Robert Winter
Title: Vampire Claus Author: Robert Winter Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 112 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy, Holiday At a Glance: Vampire Claus is a fascinating take on the vampire genre, and I’d love to see more of Taviano and Paul’s relationship now that Taviano has a territory Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: A lonely vampire and a... Continue Reading →
Audio Review: Cronin’s Key II by N.R. Walker ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
Title: Cronin's Key II Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 42 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy, Vampires At a Glance: It really is nice when a series has the same narrator throughout. Here, the balance between the lovers and the story mesh really well. Walker gives Leslie a fine... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Blood Drop by Jacob Z. Flores
Welcome to author Jacob Z. Flores and the Blood Drop blog tour! Jacob joins us today to talk a little bit about magic, and he's also offering the chance to win a $10 Amazon Gift Card so be sure the check out the specific on how to enter at the end! Blood Drop: The Warlock... Continue Reading →
Review: Nocturne by Irene Preston and Liv Rancourt
Title: Nocturne (Hours of the Night: Book Two) Author: Irene Preston and Liv Rancourt Publisher: Self-Published Length: 300 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy At a Glance: Nocturne, book two in Irene Preston and Liv Rancourt's Hours of the Night series, is next level entertaining and suspenseful. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: It's Mardi Gras, cher, but this... Continue Reading →
Exclusive Cover Reveal and Excerpt: Ante Up by Kim Fielding
Welcome to the Exclusive Cover Reveal for author Kim Fielding's Ante Up, coming soon from Dreamspinner Press and the Dreamspun Beyond house line. About the Book Cover Artist: Aaron Anderson Pre-Order Links: DSP eBook || DSP Paperback Blurb: A century and a half ago, Ante Novak died on a Croatian battlefield—and rose three days later as... Continue Reading →
Cover Reveal, Exclusive Excerpt and Giveaway: Nocturne by Irene Preston and Liv Rancourt
First off, I want to thank Lisa for having us back on The Novel Approach. I’m so excited to share the cover of Nocturne, the second book in the Hours of the Night series I co-write with Irene Preston. Nocturne has been a long time coming, and very soon, it’ll be here! Soon! Like October... Continue Reading →
Review: Prophesy by A.E. Via
Title: Prophesy (The King & Alpha: Book One) Author: A.E. Via Publisher: Self-Published Length: 294 Pages Category: Fantasy, Paranormal, Shifters, Vampires At a Glance: I definitely recommend this one to those who like paranormal stories focusing on the romance and not so much on the fighting. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Justice Volkov is the youngest... Continue Reading →
Genre Talk Presents: The Subconscious Vampire by Xenia Melzer
Hi, everyone, and thanks for joining Genre Talk here on The Novel Approach Reviews. Today, DSP Publications author Xenia Melzer has been kind enough to rustle up a brilliant and seriously informative analysis of—as you’ve probably guessed—vampires. And since October will be here before we know it, the timing couldn’t be better. So, we’ll stop... Continue Reading →
Interview and Giveaway: The Vampire’s Protege by Damian Serbu
We're so pleased to welcome author Damian Serbu to TNA today to celebrate the release of his latest novel from NineStar Press, The Vampire's Protege. Damian has taken a moment to answer a few question for us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Damian! The Interview... Continue Reading →
Review: To Touch You by Cardeno C.
Title: To Touch You (Mates: Book Four) Author: Cardeno C. Publisher: Self-Published Length: 260 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: An enjoyable story that adds to the Mates series and ties the other books together. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: “His name is Salvatore Rossi. He’s a vampire. And he’s my true mate.” By not relying on anyone... Continue Reading →
Review: The Vampire and the P.I. by J.P. Bowie
Title: The Vampire and the P.I. Author: J.P. Bowie Publisher: MLR Press Length: 198 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: Beyond the social or political overtones in this novel, there is a very good mystery at its heart. The pacing is swift, the action is dangerous and slow building, and the characters draw us... Continue Reading →
Review: Black Market Blood by Francis Gideon
Title: Black Market Blood (New Canadiana: Book Two) Author: Francis Gideon Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 330 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: With intricate world-building and a suspenseful plot, this proved to be an exciting addition to the series. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: In a world where monsters are known to—and despised by—humanity, vampire... Continue Reading →
Review: Fangs Like Me by Lyssa Dering
Title: Fangs Like Me Author: Lyssa Dering Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 120 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: A short work with amazing depth—not your standard Paranormal Romance. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Lane, a newborn vampire, still feels the pain of betrayal. Two years ago, a faithless boyfriend took his life, and now, Lane’s Maker... Continue Reading →
Review: Taming War by Charlie Richards
Title: Taming War (A Loving Nip: Book Twelve) Author: Charlie Richards Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 93 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: This is an entertaining episode in this series, with a new twist that shifts the paradigm of mates, beloveds and animas. Recommended especially for fans of the series and Charlie Richards paranormal... Continue Reading →

