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Friday, May 1, 2020

Audiobook Lovin Podcast: S1 Ep 17 - Erin Mallon

Welcome to Episode 17 of the Audiobook Lovin Podcast!
Had a great time with guest Narrator Erin Mallon!

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Books and Things Mentioned/Discussed

Erin shares her Top 5 Reasons why she loves being an audiobook narrator! Click here to listen!

Audio Interview with Erin from the Audiobook Lovin' Series 2018. Click here to listen!

Eat That Frog!

21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating

and Get More Done in Less Time

by Brian Tracy

Available for purchase at

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The Holy Land in Orlando, Florida

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If These Walls Can Talk

coming to Audible this summer as an Audio Drama!

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What Men Can Learn From Romance Novels

Upcoming Releases

The Fixed Stars
By Molly Wizenberg
Narrated by Erin Mallon

Release Date: 5/12/2020

Available for pre-order at
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About The Narrator

Erin Mallon (aka Muffy Newtown) is an Audie-nominated and Earphones winning narrator of over 450 audiobooks who loves working in the Romance and Young Adult genres. Some authors whose work she has been lucky enough to narrate include: Kristen Ashley, Lauren Blakely, Amy Daws, Julia Kent, Helena Hunting and Jana Aston, among many others Erin is also an accomplished NYC actor, playwright and producer.

You can find Erin at

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Audiobook Review: Payback by Amy Daws

Payback: A Hot Sports Romance
By Amy Daws
Narrated by Erin Mallon & Aaron Shedlock with mult-cast performed by Will Watt & Charlotte Cole

Blurb:
Allie Harris wants payback.

Her cheating ex deserves to see her living her best life; a one-night-stand with a hot South African soccer player would be the perfect revenge. Right?

Wrong. Allie is so, so wrong.

Roan Dewalt has all the moves.

On and off the field he's at the top of his game. Roan respects hard work, dedication, and follow through. He's not a one-and-done kind of man, and he's far from being done with Allie Harris.

One sexy night and two years later, Allie's job brings her back to town. An opportunity for the perfect replay Roan has been fantasizing about since they slept together.

The problem?

Allie Harris has a secret, one she's been keeping from Roan all this time. Video proof of their one night together taken without his consent.

Will Allie's payback plan come back to bite them both? Or can she erase her past mistake and embrace a new future with Roan?

Available for purchase at

Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperbacka

Viviana's Review:
Sooo I'm a huge fan of Amy Daws the person! I have liked/loved her books, however, this one was meh. I'd even go as far as saying it would have been either a DNF (do not finish) or one that I would have skipped through if I had read the book vs listen to it. Thankfully, I picked up the audio! The narrators performance was why I kept listening if I may be 100% honest.

The biggest issue (well there was really just the one) I had with the story was the repetitive narrative of Allie's secret and her 'struggles' with it. Here is the thing, we already KNOW what the secret is thanks to the blurb. Which we then can either figure out what could possibly be the Hero's & Heroine's "dark moment" (what is the cause of them not being able to be together). What we don't know are the details of the "how" it occurs nor how the Hero & Heroine end up with their HEA. So it is a bit predictable. However, as the saying goes, its the journey, not the destination that counts, right?

Audiobook Lovin 2019 Presents: Erin Mallon Guest Post & Giveaway

Please welcome narrator Erin Mallon to

Audiobook Lovin'!!

Check out the audiobook samples below, learn more about Erin, where you can find her and don't forget to enter the giveaway!

Audiobook Samples

Available for purchase at Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperback | iTunes | Nook

About The Narrator

Erin Mallon (aka Muffy Newtown) is an Audie-nominated and Earphones winning narrator of over 300 audiobooks who loves working in the Romance and Young Adult genres. Some authors whose work she has been lucky enough to narrate include: Kristen Ashley, Lauren Blakely, Amy Daws, Julia Kent, Helena Hunting and Jana Aston, among many others Erin is also an accomplished NYC actor, playwright and producer.

You can find Erin at

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Audiobook Lovin 2019 Presents: Debra Anastasia Interview & Giveaway

Please welcome Author Debra Anastasia to

Audiobook Lovin'!!

Check out the audiobook samples below, learn more about Debra, where you can find her and don't forget to enter the giveaways!

Audiobook Samples

Available for purchase at Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperback

Available for purchase at Audible | Kindle | Amazon paperback

About The Author

Debra Anastasia creates pretend people in her head and paints them on the giant, beautiful canvas of your imagination. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in political science and writes new adult angst and romantic comedies. She lives in Maryland with her husband and two amazing children.

You can find Debra at

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Debra's Giveaway

Debra is giving away 1 signed paperback of
MERCY

To enter, tell us what drew me to MERCY and what you thought of the interview!

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Thursday, March 7, 2019

Audiobook Review: Best Laid Plans by Lauren Blakely

Best Laid Plans
By Lauren Blakely
Narrated by Joe Arden & Erin Mallon

Blurb:
That time I had the brilliant idea to ask my good friend for lessons in sex-ploration...

Awkward? Maybe. But how else is a good girl going to find out if she likes being naughty? I might be sweet as cherry pie, but I'm also bold and damn curious. And Gabe is charming, trustworthy, aces at seduction (or so I hear), and - bonus! - willing to give me lessons. But to guarantee it won't ruin our friendship, I have some specific requirements for his instruction. I want these classes to be hypothetical more than hands-on. So what if he's hella sexy? I can handle that, no problem.

I have it bad for Arden. She's bright, brilliant, insanely fun, and I want to take her home and spend all night together - and then spend the day with her, too. When she asks for my help, I see my chance to win her sweet heart by showing her how much fun we can have getting spicy. Trouble is she has a different idea of what "sex-ploration" should mean. Now I'm going to have to get really clever to win her over. Good thing I know exactly how to upend her best laid plans.

Available at

Viviana's Review:

OMG the narration was brilliant and this was such a great listen! The characters were great and the story itself was refreshing!! LOVED that this wasn't the typical trope of friends to lovers. Lauren writes characters that are relatable and likable. You also end up falling for the secondary characters which makes you want to learn more!! Can't wait for the next book "The Feel Good Factor' which features two secondary characters from "Best Laid Plans"!

Rating: 4.5 Stars - I REALLY LOVED IT

Thursday, January 24, 2019

Audiobook Review: Next In Line by Amy Daws

Next In Line
(Wait With Me Series, Bk 2)
By Amy Daws
Narrated by Teddy Hamilton & Erin Mallon

Blurb:
What happens when the cute mountain man you made out with in an ice fishing shack turns out to be your brother’s best friend?

A whole lot of awkward, that’s what.

Maggie’s mind is reeling when she discovers the guy she became tangled up with at Marv’s Bait & Tackle isn’t a stranger like she thought.

The big snag: Sam and Maggie’s chemistry is hot enough to melt ice, which makes keeping their secret far more difficult than either expected.

Especially when one of them decides they want this arrangement to be more than just a catch and release.

Available for purchase at

Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperback

Viviana's Review:

I was looking forward to the second installment as I really enjoyed "Wait With Me", which was filled with humor and fun characters! Bonus that the narrators totally rocked! So when I learned that 1.) there was a second book featuring Sam (the best friend of Miles, hero of bk 1 AND the manager of Tire Depot) and 2.) that both Teddy & Erin would be returning as the narrators!

NEXT IN LINE was utterly fun to listen to! Sam and Maggie have great chemistry but they also develop a bond/friendship throughout the book. You will instantly love Sam and how we meet Maggie is great. She is spunky and seems to be able to hold her own (more on that later). It was a real "meet cute" scenario which totally works!

Sam is totally swoon worthy and has several great qualities. You end up totally rooting for him and wanting him to get his HEA. Maggie is someone who remains in her comfort zone and self declares to hate change. She is also very focused and a complete planner, where Sam is, while also focused, he is more laid back and a man that enjoys the simple things. The two seem like complete opposites, but you know how the saying goes!

The one thing I had issue with is that though this is set up as "can't be together because he's her brother's bff/she's the little sister of the bff" trope, however, the plot is all about Maggie trying to get her ex-boyfriend to take her back by proving she is more adventurous and not "basic". Personally, I think this would have been a much better book if she was trying new things to find herself or prove to herself that she can do things out of her comfort zone. NOT to get a guy back, which made her look weak and basically lame. This isn't what I want for my heroines, since alternative reasons could have worked so much better, especially if the trope is meant to be the "brother's bff/bff's little sister".

With that being said, I really enjoyed the story overall. Amy does a great job of adding humor in places that not only work perfectly but also in places that is unexpected. Several smiles and giggles occurred while listening and a few laughing out loud as well!

Narrators Review: Teddy and Erin together make a great narrating dual! They each provide the characters with their own voices, tones and personalities, which makes for a great listen! I still totally crush on Erin's male voice and LOVE what Teddy does for the female characters voice! How narrators perform the opposite sex voices can make or break a book! The more I hear Teddy narrator, the more I become a fan and love his performance.

Overall, this was a very good listen and I will say that Amy did a fantastic job of giving her readers/listeners a glimpse into the next book in the series which I'm dying to see how it turns out!! Hello... Dr. Dick!! OMG I totally busted out laughing and that's all I'm going to say about it!!

If you have never read any of Amy's books I highly suggest starting out with this series as it showcases her talent for humor in romance and you'll love the characters! BONUS that the narrators are totally awesome!!

Rating: 3.5 Stars - I liked it

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook from the author in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Audiobook Lovin 2018 Presents: Erin Mallon Audio Interview

Our guest today is Narrator Erin Mallon! I first listened to Erin when she narrated COMPLICATED by Kristen Ashley and the rest as they say is history!

LOVED chatting with Erin and I can't wait to listen to her latest narrated books!!
Don't forget to scroll down to listen to some samples, learn where you can find Erin & enter the giveaway!!

Audiobook Samples

Audiobook Review: Man Card by Sarina Bowen and Tanya Eby

Man Card
(Man Hands Series, Book 2)
By: Tanya Eby & Sarina Bowen
Narrated by: Luke Daniels, Erin Mallon

Blurb:

A sexy new stand-alone comedy.

Ash

I still don't know how it happened. One minute, I was arguing with my arrogant competitor - our usual trash-talk over who deserves the larger commission. But somehow, I went from throwing down to kneeling down.... It can never happen again. I don't even like him. He's too slick. He's a manipulating, mansplaining party boy in preppy clothes. So why can't I get him out of my head?

Sebastian

There are two things I know without question. One: Ash and I are destined for each other. Two: never trust a man with a unibrow. Ash is my missing my piece. She's the sweet cream to my gourmet espresso. And nothing gets me going faster than her contempt for me. They don't call her the Ashkicker for nothing. Eventually I'll win her over...if my past doesn't ruin everything first.

"This book is what other romantic comedies should aspire to be when they grow up." (Romance Rehab)

Available for purchase at

Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperback

Viviana's Review:

OMG! I haven't laughed this much while listening to an audiobook in a long time (if ever)! LOVED the characters (all of them) and the hero and heroine are not only physically attracted to one another (LORDY do they have chemistry) but they have a mutual respect for each other.

The banter between Ash and Braht is bloody brilliant and entirely entertaining! I also LOVE how it seems like the character is talking to you.

This story has it all; great characters (you'll fall in love with them all), romance, humor, steaminess, dialogue and a great ending!!

OHHHHH and the narrators! Both Luke Daniels and Erin Mallon nailed it!! Their performance was phenomenal, which elevates an already great story!

Can't wait for the next book!!!

Rating: 5 Stars - LOVED IT

Disclaimer:

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Blunder Woman Productions in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Audio Book Review: Complicated by Kristen Ashley

Complicated
by Kristen Ashley
Narrated by Lance Greenfield & Erin Mallon

Blurb:
Exclusively written for Audible, available only in audio. From the New York Times best-selling author of the Rock Chick series comes a story of love, murder, and second chances....

When small-town Nebraska sheriff Hixon Drake meets Greta Dare, the connection couldn't be stronger, but the timing couldn't be worse.

Dealing with the fallout of a divorce he never wanted and setting up a new home for his kids, Hix becomes that guy, that one he never wanted to be, and puts a stop to things before they can even start. Protecting his kids and himself is his only priority.

Greta, on the other hand, has found the place for her and the brother she adores that's perfect for them - a sleepy little town in Nebraska. She's learned from life that there are no hopes and dreams. The only thing to look forward to is peace. And that's what she works hard to build for herself and her brother. Right up until Hix walks into her life.

Hix can't fight the pull and stay away from Greta for long. And Greta's finding it hard not to hope for something more with all the promise that is Hix.

But when the first murder that's happened in over five decades rocks his small, sleepy county, Hix has got to learn to trust again, convince Greta to take a shot with him, and at the same time catch a killer.

In other words, things are definitely...Complicated.

Available for purchase at

Viviana's Review:
I have loved all the books I've read/listened to by Kristen Ashley and this one is among them! When I first learned Kristen was doing an exclusive story for Audible I was all giddy because, well, this is KRISTEN ASHLEY! Kristen is a truly gifted story teller! The Narrators ROCKED! This story is full of heart, a strong, independent and smart heroine, a hero that is not only sexy and yummy but isn't an a$$ yet very Alpha Male as we come to expect from Kristen's males! This is definitely a MUST LISTEN!!

I mean check out this sampler.....

That intro leaves you wanting more! We want to know why he is in such a rush to get out when he is obviously affected by this woman so much so that there is a connection from the very beginning! Then you want to know how this is all going to play out! And the pages keep turning and you are engrossed by the characters, their lives and the hope that everything is going to work out. While we know romance will have the HEA, its the journey to get there that we are intrigued about.

Narrator's Review: OMG! LOVED THEM!! This is the first I listen to anything narrated by Lance and I'm so looking up all the books he's narrated! They rocked it as they both provided all the characters with their own unique tones and voices and performed the story beautifully!

Overall, WONDERFUL story that Kristen Ashley fans and new readers will LOVE!!