Lethe Press Books discussion

Hello Lethe group, I just contracted for my first novel with Lethe Press: DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah comedy mystery romance novel. My MM novella, AN INFATUATION, is published by Dreamspinner Press, and my mystery/romance novel, PAPER DOLL, the first Jana Lane mystery, is published by Whiskey Creek Press. I am really looking forward to working with Steve, and being part of the Lethe group!

Yay! Hi, Joe! :) Already looking forward to more comedy. :)

Gavin, Thanks! If I do say so myself the Nicky and Noah mystery series is hysterical. DRAMA QUEEN (book 1) is slated to release this summer. Thanks again.

Here are the links for my two recent radio interviews, which were a blast. I mentioned DRAMA QUEEN (the first Nicky and Noah comedy mystery novel) releasing this summer from Lethe Press. Enjoy! Writers Online Network http://www.blogtalkradio.com/writerso...
Aged to Perfection http://www.lgbtsr.org/2015/02/20/auth...

You can follow me on:
Web site: http://www.JoeCosentino.weebly.com
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeCosen
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Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00KRPXJP6

Here's another great interview by Morgen Bailey. Enjoy! https://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/20...

Here's an amazing article by Dennis Higgins about me. The start of my memoirs? Hah. http://www.timepilgrims.com/blog/joe-...

Here's a really fun article about me and my books by Virginia Wright! It includes an announcement about my upcoming mystery/comedy series: the Nicky and Noah mysteries, premiering this summer from Lethe Press with DRAMA QUEEN. http://virginiawright.com/blog/2015/0...

I answered readers' questions about my books, including my upcoming Lethe Press releases, in this terrific interview on Rhys Ford's blog. Enjoy! http://rhysford.com/2015/04/01/joe-co...

The curtain is going up! I am REALLY excited about my new comedy/mystery/romance series set in the world of academia (a world I know well): the Nicky and Noah mysteries, beginning this summer with DRAMA QUEEN published by Lethe Press​. Pre-order the paperback now at the pre-order discount price! http://www.lethepressbooks.com/store/...

I am so exited about my blog tour for my new mystery/comedy/romance series, the Nicky and Noah mysteries, premiering with DRAMA QUEEN, published by Lethe Press​. I've written some great articles for the blog tour, and I will also include exclusive excerpts from the novel, interviews, and fun giveaways. I hope you'll follow me. Here's the schedule:
June 5, Cover Reveal on Scott Burkett​'s GGR
June 6, Release Day on Lisa Horan​'s The Novel Approach
June 7, Blog Post on A.J.'s Inked Rainbow Reads
June 8, Blog Post on Sandra Harden​'s My Fiction Nook
June 9, Blog Post on Devan Huff​'s Nautical Star Books
June 10, Blog Post on Melanie Marshall's Scattered Thoughts and Words
June 11, Blog Post on Beckey White's In the Pages of a Good Book
June 12, Cathy Brockman Reviews
June 13, MM Good Book Reviews
June 14, It's About the Book
June 15 Nic Starr​'s Because Two Men Are Better Than One
June 16, Chris T. Kat​

I am excited to report DRAMA QUEEN (the first Nicky and Noah mystery) from Lethe Press made the top 40 best sellers in the Gay Mystery and Detective category on Amazon Kindle today. Bike Books Reviews wrote, “Joe Cosentino gives us a great storyline, and a plot that keeps us guessing to the end!” KathyMac Reviews wrote, “Mystery, suspense, comedy, and romance, are just a few of the delights you will get when you read Drama Queen, by Joe Cosentino.” Check it out on all e-book formats and paperback. Audiobook coming soon.
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DRAMA QUEEN was #34 on the Best Sellers List in its category on Amazon Kindle today! It is available in all ebook formats and paperback. The audiobook is coming soon.
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DRAMA QUEEN received another 5-star review today. This one is from Lori X at Boy Meets Boy Reviews. Here’s the web address and a few review quotes: http://boymeetsboyreviews.blogspot.de... “I cannot stop laughing. Drama Queen is Hardy Boys-meets-Murder She Wrote-meets-Midsummer Murders, with a side of parodic, farcical, satire.” “Who-dunits don't come more whodunnity than this.” "Nicky and Noah stole my heart. Every farce needs a romance that is sweet. Every amateur sleuth needs a willing partner. Willing to be the Holmes to his Sherlock that is." "Also willing to give soppy old romantics like me a falling in lurve storyline. Perfect."

DRAMA QUEEN hit #20 in its category on Amazon Kindle's Bestseller List today! Also, you can hear my interview on LGBT Radio at 47 minutes in: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrMnq.... Enjoy!

DRAMA QUEEN continues to get rave reviews. The two latest are from MM Good Book Reviews ("If you are looking for a fun mystery, lots of humor, like actors, play directors and hot professors, sweet romance and mild, mostly off-page but sensual man-sex this is definitely for you!") and GGR Reviews ("If you like broad comedy with a side of crime and a host of suspects, Drama Queen should fill the playbill nicely.") The kindle reached #18 Best Seller in its category, and the paperback has been released. The audio book will be out soon!

Fun quote from Melanie Marshall​'s review of DRAMA QUEEN from Lethe Press​ on the Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words site: "A 'feel good' (in more ways than one) story for murder enthusiasts and lovers of detective stories?" "I’m hoping that this is just the start for Nicky and Noah. If Jessica Fletcher could have so many murderers in Cabot Cove, why shouldn’t the same hold true for Treemeadow College? Cover art works. Its got drama galore from the design to the fonts used. I like it!" Thanks, Melanie. DRAMA QUEEN hit #18 in its category on Amazon Kindle's Bestsellers list, the paperback is taking off, and the audiobook is being released very soon. I just signed the contract for book two, DRAMA MUSCLE, which is already written, as is book three, DRAMA CRUISE. Enjoy!
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Two more rave reviews for DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press. “The mystery took me on a journey with plenty of twists and turns and left me questioning who the murderer was. The romance portion was cute and sexy all rolled into one.” “As for the drama, this book has drama on every page, and for those of us who appreciate the theater, there is plenty of behind the scenes happenings!” Joyfully Jay http://joyfullyjay.com/2015/07/review...

“a murder mystery, a comedic romp, an investigative caper, and a love story all rolled up into one nifty little novel” The Novel Approach http://thenovelapproachreviews.com/20...

Here’s a fun podcast I did for LGBT Seniors. Enjoy! http://www.lgbtsr.org/2015/07/03/auth...

I've been getting good response from my Laughter is the Best Medicine article on Long and Short Reviews. Check it out for a laugh (and a giveaway)! http://www.longandshortreviews.com/gu...

My article on creating DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery published by Lethe Press, was published in Omnimystery News, the best source of information for mystery lovers! Here's the link: http://www.omnimysterynews.com/2015/0...

“In a crafty whodunit where everyone’s a suspect, Joe Cosentino leads us on a dramatic chase for answers. The setup is brilliant and the execution of the mystery plot is flawless.” “Cosentino masterfully reveals his clues while twisting things just enough to maintain the element of surprise.” “I look forward to reading the next Nicky and Noah mystery!”
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I'm on Kirsty Vizard today blogging about my 3 current and 5 upcoming releases. Enjoy! https://kirstylovesbooks.wordpress.co...

DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery, is now available as an audiobook narrated by Michael Gilboe, a gifted character voice artist, and college theatre professor/director—like Nicky Abbondanza, the leading character. Michael brings to life the wacky humor of the series, and does an incredible job bringing to life all twenty-four characters! I think you will laugh hysterically at Michael’s performance, and be captivated by the clues and surprise ending of the story. Don’t miss it! Audiobook purchase links:
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My article about the audiobook of DRAMA QUEEN (with Michael Gilboe hysterically performing 24 different characters) came out today on The Novel Approach site. Here's the link: http://thenovelapproachreviews.com/20....

Nice author article with me on Rainbow Book Reviews. I guess I'm famous. Hah. http://www.rainbowbookreviews.com/aut...

Hysterically funny podcast interview! https://soundcloud.com/3mmusketeers/j...

5 star review from Vance Bastian for the audiobook of DRAMA QUEEN! “Nicky and Noah are two sexy leading characters who conduct the investigation in this comedic caper with wit and style.” “The narrator delivered on the fast paced humor, the character nuances, and sheer entertainment.” http://www.vancebastian.com/review-dr...

Great author interview on LGBT Bookstore today! http://www.lgbtbookstore.com/intervie...

Another very nice review of the audiobook of DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery by me, performed by Michael Gilboe, published by Lethe Press. http://www.prismbookalliance.com/2015...

Due to a technical error, for a short period of time some people who purchased from Amazon the Kindle version of DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery by Joe Cosentino published by Lethe Press, did not receive the entire ebook. If this happened to you, our sincere apologies. The problem has been corrected. Please update your Kindle file and you will have the entire book. If you have a problem, please contact me at: http://www.JoeCosentino.weebly.com. If you purchased it on Amazon and returned it for refund, please purchase it again at the link below and enjoy the full book! It has been getting rave reviews! The ebook purchased elsewhere, the paperback, and the audiobook were not affected by this technical error. Thank you! Joe Cosentino
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Thank you J. Barron Owens for the nice review of the audiobook of DRAMA QUEEN by Joe Cosentino, published by Lethe Press, performed by Michael Gilboe. “Cosentino does a wonderful job of writing a mystery that keeps the reader guessing right up until the end.” “I loved this story and want to listen to more like it. The characters are well developed and very believable.” “This book got some major grins from me as Nicky and Noah go about trying to prove Noah’s innocence.” “Michael Gilboe…was very believable as a crime solving college professor.” http://jbarronowens.com/2015/09/12/re...

I feel like I'm an Academy Award nominee. Hah. If you'd like to vote for the cover of DRAMA QUEEN by Ben Baldwin, here is the link. Thanks! http://www.elisarolle.com/rainbowawar...

“the murder mystery had me guessing the entire time” “great narration” Susan Voss Dab of Darkness Reviews of the audiobook of DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery, by Joe Cosentino, published by Lethe Press, narrated by Michael Gilboe http://dabofdarkness.com/2015/10/02/d...

“filled with humor and enough complexities to keep you turning the page. The author clearly knows of what he speaks on all matters theater, and the kind of authentic details he brings to the table in terms of characters and staging makes this immensely entertaining.” Thank you Diane Nelson for your terrific review of DRAMA QUEEN the first Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press (available in paperback, ebook, audiobook narrated by Michael Gilboe) http://loveslastrefuge.com/2015/10/03...

I've arrived! I was interviewed for an online magazine in Japan about DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery published by Lethe Press​. Find out which real college gave me the spark for fictitious Treemeadow College, and why so many of the characters are so muscular and good looking. http://japanreviewer.blogspot.co.uk/2...

I'm chatting on Are Cafe Today (All Romance and Omni Mystery) about romance and mystery, my two favorite things! https://www.arecafe.com/cafe-news/qa-...

DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery/comedy/romance by Joe Cosentino from Lethe Press: "Without doubt the funniest book I have read this year, maybe ever" brilliant" "whodunit" Thank you 3 Books Over the Rainbow! https://threebooksovertherainbow.word... Available as an ebook, paperback, and audiobook performed by Michael Gilboe.

Wild interview where I talked about my past, current, and future book releases, the arts, and the forbidden topics of religion and politics! http://rainingmenamen.blogspot.com/20...

I did an entertaining podcast interview for Broadway Bullet with Michael Gilboe who performed the audiobook of my DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press. It's a scream. http://bikebookreviews.blogspot.com/2...

It makes my heart sing to hear how DRAMA QUEEN makes people laugh out loud. Thank you Laurie from The TBR Pile for your nice review: “a fast paced and fun read. It has so many places where you laugh out loud. I look forward to the next book.” http://thetbrpile.weebly.com/reviews/...

Thank you Lorraine Lesar​ of Three Books Over the Rainbow for selecting DRAMA QUEEN as a favorite LGBT Book of 2015 on Elisa Rainbow​'s list! "Most probably the funniest book I have read in my long history of reading. It was absolutely hilarious, it held the vibe of an old fashioned "English Farce" with a modern twist. The authors observational skills hit like a tsunami, totally unexpected and devilishly cunning in his execution - the result? belly-ache laughter at loud, it should carry a health warning "do not read in a public place, the author is not responsible if warning is unheeded". Lethe Press​ Michael Gilboe​
Drama Queen: A Nicky and Noah Mystery by Joe Cosentino
Paperback: 196 pages
Publisher: Lethe Press (June 12, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1590214676
ISBN-13: 978-1590214671
Amazon: Drama Queen: A Nicky and Noah Mystery
Amazon Kindle: Drama Queen: A Nicky and Noah Mystery
It could be curtains for college theatre professor Nicky Abbondanza. With dead bodies popping up all over campus, Nicky must use his drama skills to figure out who is playing the role of murderer before it is lights out for Nicky and his colleagues. Complicating matters is Nicky's huge crush on Noah Oliver, a gorgeous assistant professor in his department, who may or may not be involved with a cocky graduate assistant...and is also the top suspect for the murders! You will be applauding and shouting Bravo for Joe Cosentino's fast-paced, side-splittingly funny, edge-of-your-seat, delightfully entertaining novel. Curtain up!

Lorraine Lesar: Reading is my escapism, I love it. I like sharing my thoughts on books, so that other readers can see what they are getting for their hard earned cash. I don't always leave a review, only when I have something to say. I try to see the positives in every book, even when they are "not my cup of tea" as I believe that authors spend months if not years, writing their masterpieces and it must be soul destroying for them, if they do not get positive and great reviews. Having said that, I will give a low star rating if I feel it's warranted. I work hard and even though my family have now flown the nest (and I have my first grandson), I am involved in their lives offering support and a lot of child-minding hours, so as I said, reading is my escapism!
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I am really excited to report DRAMA QUEEN is doing so well that DRAMA MUSCLE, the second Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press, is available for discount pre-order now!

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It could be lights out for college theatre professor Nicky Abbondanza. With dead bodybuilders popping up on campus, Nicky, and his favorite colleague/life partner Noah Oliver, must use their drama skills to figure out who is taking down pumped up musclemen in the Physical Education building before it is curtain down for Nicky and Noah. Complicating matters is a visit from Noah’s parents from Wisconsin, and Nicky’s suspicion that Noah may be hiding more than a cut, smooth body. You will be applauding and shouting Bravo for Joe Cosentino’s fast-paced, side-splittingly funny, edge-of-your-seat entertaining second novel in this delightful series. Curtain up and weights up!

Thank you Danielle Urban of Universal Creativity Inc. for your 5-star review of DRAMA QUEEN, the first Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press. “Joe Cosentino has brilliantly done it again! His latest novel, Drama Queen, is the most fascinating mystery of all time. I loved the laugh out loud moments and the crazy fast-paced plot. Readers will instantly be drawn into Joe Cosentino’s stunning mystery. I recommend this novel to readers worldwide, and look forward to reading the next adventure by this talented writer.” DRAMA MUSCLE, the second Nicky and Noah mystery, is on discount pre-order now releasing January 2. The hilarity and mystery continue!
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“Book 1, Drama Queen was always going to be a hard act to follow with its belly ache laughter approach but in this “smirkathong” – yes I was smirking throughout the book, my top lip still aches – the author succeeded in delivering another comic classic!” Thank you Lorraine Lesar of Three Books over the Rainbow for another 5-star review. Happy Release Day to DRAMA MUSCLE, the second Nicky and Noah mystery! https://threebooksovertherainbow.word...

Yikes! I am incredibly honored to have won 5 Divine Magazine Readers’ Favorites 2015 Book Awards and 3 second place awards. Thank you Divine Magazine readers!!!
First Place
LBGT Book Cover for An Infatuation
LGBT Crime for Drama Queen
LBGT Contemporary for Drama Queen
LGBT Mystery for Drama Queen
LGBT Humor for Drama Queen
Second Place:
LGBT Author
M/M Book for Drama Queen
LGBT Romance for An Infatuation
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Two more rave reviews for DRAMA MUSCLE! “a perfect balance of humor and romance into a continuously twisting plot.” “Cosentino will keep you entertained and guessing until the very end.” 3 Chicks After Dark “If you like a fast-paced, humorous mystery with some quirky characters, lots of twists and the hot, sensual, man-sex, this is definitely for you. I promise you a laugh a minute!” Cathy Brockman Romance http://3chicksafterdark.com/2016/01/d... http://cathybrockman.com/2016/01/05/o...

I'm thrilled to be the featured author on Lethe Press' page today with my 5 questions Q&A on DRAMA MUSCLE. Come join the merriment, mayhem, murder, and musclemen! tinyurl.com/int-cosentino

“Joe Cosentino has done it again! He has created another brilliant masterpiece for us all. A cozy sleuth mystery combined with humor and attractive themes." Thank you Danielle Urban​ of Universal Creativity Inc. for your 5 star review of DRAMA MUSCLE! https://universalcreativityinc14.word...

Check out this really funny interview on The Novel Approach for DRAMA MUSCLE, the second Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press and learn more about the merriment, mayhem, madness, murders, mystery, and many musclemen in DRAMA MUSCLE, the second Nicky and Noah mystery from Lethe Press​. BTW, have I mentioned (a zillion times), I'm still reeling from DRAMA QUEEN winning Best Mystery, Best Crime, Best Contemporary, and Best Humorous Book in Divine Magazine's 2015 Readers' Poll! http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.co...

“Such a well woven story that is literally laugh out loud funny.” Thank you Lori from Boy Meets Boy Reviews for the 5-star review of DRAMA MUSCLE, a Nicky and Noah mystery, Lethe Press.
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