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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Innocence and Carnality, by J. Alan Veerkamp

Innocence and Carnality blog tour - J. Alan Veerkamp

J. Alan Veerkamp has a new MM steampunk book out: Innocence & Carnality. Innocence is his only currency. The gilded cage of propriety where Nathan grew up as a member of the Deilian aristocracy became a true prison when, at fifteen, his homosexuality came to light and created a terrible scandal. His parents see only one way to preserve their reputation amongst the other noble families: fit Nathan with a chastity belt to increase his value to a potential partner and marry him off as soon as possible. The recipient of that prize is Lord Rother Marsh Delaga III. After a hasty wedding, Rother whisks Nathan away to the strange … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Mucklucked, by James Brock

Mucklucked - James Brock

James Brock has a new MM romance book out: Mucklucked. When fate sends Kodiak DePaul from his home in Alaska to a new world in a big city it is a move equal to going from Manhattan to Mars. His wild success as a model is quickly followed by tragedy and heartbreak, sending the young Alaskan running back to his home in the north to hide and heal. Intrusion in his now notable life continues in the forty-ninth state, sending Kodiak deeper into the bush to his grandfather’s homestead in one of the most remote parts of the state. But soon even that place of solitude and refuge loses sanctuary … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Once Upon a Wolf, by Hurri Cosmo

Once Upon A Wolf - Hurri Cosmo

Hurri Cosmo has a new MM paranormal shifter tale out: Once Upon a Wolf. Hawk is alone, hiding from the world, living in a tiny, rickety cabin his grandfather built. He has few supplies and fewer yet of the skills needed to survive on his own, but because of what he did, because of what his father caused him to do… well, there’s just no other choice. But then one day “Ghost” shows up. A large lone wolf who begins to “take care of” Hawk. He brings him game, he protects him from predators, and he even pulls him from a raging river. He is Hawk’s only friend and Hawk … Read more

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REVIEW: Fresh Kill, by Adam Carpenter

Fresh Kill - Adam Carpenter - Jimmy McSwain Files

Title: Fresh KillSeries: The Jimmy McSwain Files, Book 6Author: Adam CarpenterGenre: MysteryLGBTQ+ Category: MM/GayPublisher: MLR PressReviewer: Maryann Get it On Amazon About the Book Jimmy McSwain returns, but the question lingers, now that he has finally solved the fifteen-year-old murder of his NYPD cop-father, Joseph, who has he become? Busy concentrating on family issues, Jimmy hasn’t taken a new case in nearly three months, and when a call comes in from Philip Connelly, who wants proof of his wife, Myra’s, cheating, Jimmy is torn. Take the case, or say no. He rejects it, only to learn a week later that Philip has been found dead in a park on Staten Island. … Read more

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REVIEW: When It Rains, by Elle Keaton

When it Rains - Elle Keaton - Accidental Roots

Title: When It RainsSeries: The Accidental Roots, Book 8Author: Elle KeatonGenre: ContemporaryLGBTQ+ Category: MM/GayPublisher: SelfPages/Word Count: 255 PagesReviewer: Maryann Get it On Amazon About the Book Beto Hernandez’s objective: Break the human trafficking ring plaguing Skagit once and for all. He’s not in Skagit to make friends—he’s kicking ass first and taking names later. Maybe. He crosses paths with an intriguing and sexy man, the first in years to spark Beto’s interest. It’s ultimate bad timing, though; no one in Skagit can be trusted. Who is Carsten Quinn, and where does he fit in Beto’s investigation? Beto tries to stay away from Carsten but their undeniable chemistry keeps him close.Carsten Quinn … Read more

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REVIEW: Two For Home, By Tinnean

Two for Home - Tinnean

Title: Two for HomeSeries: Home, Book 2Author: TinneanGenre: Historical, RomanceLGBTQ+ Category: MM/GayPublisher: JMS BooksPages/Word Count: 305 PagesReviewer: Maryann Get it On Amazon About the Book In 1861, eleven-year old Zachary Taylor Browne marches off to war as a drummer boy with the 14th Brooklyn Chasseurs under the leadership of Lieutenant Steve Marriott, whom he worships. During the Battle of Antietam, he saves his lieutenant’s life and earns the nickname Sharps. When the 14th musters out in 1864, Sharps and Marriott part ways. Steve Marriott has always liked the boy under his care but lost track of him after the war. Marriott becomes a wagon master, and in 1869 receives word the … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Better Be Sure, by Andy Gallo

Better Be Sure - Andy Gallo

Andy Gallo has a new contemporary MM romance out: Better Be Sure. When the stakes are this high, you better be sure you can win. Jackson Murphy lost his parents to a boating accident, but they’re never far from his thoughts. He attends the same university as his parents, joined the same fraternity as his dad, and even lives in his father’s old room, along with his adopted brother Marcus. Life brightens when he meets the man of his dreams. Edward Knowles trades full-time college for working during the day and community college at night when his father’s factory closes. He intends to stay deep in the closet to keep … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Ghost Walker, by Mary Rundle

Ghost Walker - Mary Walker

Mary Rundle has a new mm paranormal/mpreg book out in her Blackwood Pack series: Ghost Walker. The Blackwood Pack saga continues… This is part of an on-going series by Amazon Bestselling Author, Mary Rundle, and catching up on previous titles is advised. Readers of the past books will enjoy meeting old friends once more as the pack does what it does best ̶ caring for one another and helping shifters everywhere. David spent most of his life as a prisoner, beaten countless times as he was taught by the Sisters of the Four Gods. After learning the truth about what they had planned for him, he escaped and eventually landed … Read more

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Feeling the Characters

Where There's Smoke - BL Morticia

Greetings folks. Here’s a blog about writing characters! When talking to an author, you might hear how excited they are about their stories. They tell you about what went into the creating plot, the inspiration behind the story, and then the fun part; how they came up with their characters. In a lot of instances, this character might be made up of someone they know or even an extension of themselves or, it may be a someone they want to know or dream about. A lot of mine are all the above. Their personalities are a mix of someone I know or want to know. If the character is somewhat … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Worst Holiday Ever Anthology

Worst Holiday Ever Anthology blog tour

There’s a new holiday romance anthology out: Worst Holiday Ever. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! OK—scratch that. It’s time for another obligatory family gathering. And nothing spices up the egg nog like bringing your partner home. Surely your belligerent brother-in law, your gimlet-eyed granny and your drunken uncle will keep it classy. With forced proximity and alcoholic beverages, what could possibly go wrong? Decked Out by Eva Moore A Perfect Fit by Adrienne Bell Crazy Old Money by Kilby Blades Stealing Christmas by Kari Lemor Touched by Fate by Preslaysa Williams Ringing in the Reefer by Marie Booth The Thanksgiving Parade From Hell by R.L. Merrill Thankful … Read more