Cody is one of the most imaginative authors I know, so I already knew I was in for a wild ride when I learned she was working on a romance set in a steampunk/fantasy world. The notes at the front of the text are useful, but Cody also includes enough useful details in the first … Continue reading Book Review: The Ashes of Ackonir by Jennifer Cody
Book Review: Beyond Fate (Beyond #1.5) by Lee McCormick
Read my review of the previous book in the Beyond series, Beyond Time. Even though the author didn’t give me quite the ending I might have wanted for the previous book in this series (but an excellent one nonetheless), they almost did something even better—they gave me a second book. I immediately jumped into this … Continue reading Book Review: Beyond Fate (Beyond #1.5) by Lee McCormick
Book Review: Beyond Time (Beyond #1) by Lee McCormick
I’ve seen this book recommended multiple times since it first came out, and last night I was finally in the mood for something dark and angsty. Surprisingly, the book was neither as dark nor as angsty as I expected, though it included plenty of violence and more than one moment that made my chest do … Continue reading Book Review: Beyond Time (Beyond #1) by Lee McCormick
Book Review: London Fog (BrewBiz #2) by E.M. Lindsey
Read my review of the previous book in the BrewBiz series, Affogato. This book begins on the heels of the ending of the previous in the series, though can mostly stand alone. Wren and Percy have one of the most awkward meet-cutes ever, stemming from Percy’s good but misguided intentions and heightened by immediate chemistry … Continue reading Book Review: London Fog (BrewBiz #2) by E.M. Lindsey
Book Review: Rogue (Jericho’s Boys #2) by Onley James
Read my review of the first book in the Jericho's Boys series, Paladin. Often, when the hurt/comfort trope is applied in romance novels, the character doing the comforting comes from a much “better” place (in terms of emotional well-being or general life status) than the hurt character. Darker romances, on the other hand, tend to … Continue reading Book Review: Rogue (Jericho’s Boys #2) by Onley James
February Wrap-Up & March Goals!
The only thing worse than losing a week to being sick? Finally feeling better, catching your spouse's cold and getting sick a second time, and starting the next month already behind schedule. Luckily, life craziness is why I always pad my writing schedules, so I'm in no danger of missing any deadlines. (And I promise … Continue reading February Wrap-Up & March Goals!
Five-Star Reads for February 2024
The Trouble With Cowboys Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga (Sin Deep #2) Sam and Thomas are two of my favorite romance characters pretty much ever, so returning to their world is always like getting a warm hug. Kacey is nothing like Sam, however, and his reasons for arriving in New York City are just as … Continue reading Five-Star Reads for February 2024
Con Report: Farpoint 2024
I usually try to get my con reports written and posted by the Wednesday after the event. Unfortunately, I came down with an awful sinus infection right after attending this event, which is why my write-up of Farpoint 2024 was delayed a week. Though the resulting con crud was awful, I still had an overall … Continue reading Con Report: Farpoint 2024
Steel Legacy Cover Reveal!
STEEL LEGACY: STEEL EMPIRES BOOK 7 Release Date: April 25, 2024 | Pre-order your signed copy Pre-order Steel legacy The dramatic conclusion to the Steel Empires saga includes: 🩸 a vampire with unsettling, newfound power⚡️ a warrior-mage just trying her best☄️ a city under threat💥 magic vs tech💜 found family & queer rep Cover by … Continue reading Steel Legacy Cover Reveal!
Limitless Love Cover Reveal!
LIMITLESS LOVE: A POLYAMOROUS CHARITY ANTHOLOGY Release Date: June 11, 2024 | Special Pre-Order Price of $4.99 Pre-order Limitless Love Includes the novella Toward Unity by J.L. Gribble🛰 military romance💖 best friends to lovers💙 bi/pan rep🩶 aromantic rep↔️ side rep Cover by Coffin Print Designs & Graphic by River Designs Add to Goodreads | Blogger … Continue reading Limitless Love Cover Reveal!
Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with Author Kim Fielding
In August 2024, I'm excited to combine two of the loves of my life: cruising and LGBTQ+ fiction and romance. I hope you'll consider joining me on the first Rainbow Readers Cruise! Until then, I'd love to introduce you to one of the attending authors, Kim Fielding. About Kim Fielding Kim Fielding is pleased every … Continue reading Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with Author Kim Fielding
Book Review: Heart2Heart (Contemporary) Vol. 7
This post includes reviews of selections from the contemporary half of the 7th volume of Heart2Heart charity anthology. Brie Mine Charlie Novak I have a soft spot for book nerds, being one myself, and I loved that Sage and Benedict first connected in chat conversations over their love of books and reading, especially since they … Continue reading Book Review: Heart2Heart (Contemporary) Vol. 7
Secret project revealed…Announcing the Limitless Love anthology!
My last few monthly updates have mentioned that I'm working on a secret novella project. I'm pleased to finally announce that I was selected to contribute to an upcoming charity anthology! I actually finished the first draft of my submission and sent it off to my editor and beta readers last night. While my story … Continue reading Secret project revealed…Announcing the Limitless Love anthology!
Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with Author K.M. Neuhold
In August 2024, I'm excited to combine two of the loves of my life: cruising and LGBTQ+ fiction and romance. I hope you'll consider joining me on the first Rainbow Readers Cruise! Until then, I'd love to introduce you to one of the attending authors, K.M. Neuhold. About K.M. Neuhold K.M. Neuhold is a complete … Continue reading Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with Author K.M. Neuhold
January Wrap-Up & February Goals
Earth and Water is live! In case you missed it, or you're a newcomer, my first queer paranormal romance came out on January 23! This novel, which is also my first self-published title, tells the full love story between two important secondary characters in the world of my urban fantasy series. I couldn't be happier … Continue reading January Wrap-Up & February Goals
Five-Star Reads for January 2024
You may notice that fewer book reviews have appeared on my blog since the beginning of the year. To better manage my time (and sanity), I'm trying something new. Though I'm dropping down to two full-length book reviews a week, I'm also introducing this monthly feature, where I'll highlight all of the books I read … Continue reading Five-Star Reads for January 2024
Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with J.L. Gribble
In August 2024, I'm excited to combine two of the loves of my life: cruising and LGBTQ+ fiction and romance. I hope you'll consider joining me on the first Rainbow Readers Cruise! Until then, I'd love to introduce you to one of the attending creators...me! About J.L. Gribble J.L. Gribble writes speculative fiction and romance, … Continue reading Rainbow Readers Cruise Blog Tour: Interview with J.L. Gribble
Book Review: Lust (Seven Deadly Sins #1) by Sienna Moreau
A romance series set around representations of the seven deadly sins isn’t a new concept, but one of the best parts of speculative fiction is how uniquely authors can put their own spin on things. In this case, Moreau develops an open-world urban fantasy in which the demigod sins have always existed, holding all the … Continue reading Book Review: Lust (Seven Deadly Sins #1) by Sienna Moreau
Earth and Water is LIVE!
Earth and Water is now available in ebook, in paperback, and via Kindle Unlimited. Get your copy of Earth and Water Earth and Water features... 🌿 a stubborn gay earth mage🌊 a broody pansexual water mage🛳 forced proximity⚡️ meddling best friends✨ magic as an accidental aphrodisiac 💚💙 and a happily ever after! 💚💙 I'm thrilled … Continue reading Earth and Water is LIVE!
Book Review: Tisak (Kingdoms of Pelas #2) by Michelle Frost & Michele Notaro
Read my review of the first book in the Kingdoms of Pelas series, Zyon. This book picks up immediately after the events of the first, in which our heroes are fleeing their life of slavery and searching for the “Resistance.” While not everything is perfection, the opening third of this story features plenty of good … Continue reading Book Review: Tisak (Kingdoms of Pelas #2) by Michelle Frost & Michele Notaro