by Philip Eliot | Jun 13, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
A Texas Ranger’s quest for vengeance leads him to an unexpected chance at love and family in this sweet and suspenseful historical Western romance.Kansas, 1870s. When Texas Ranger Jack Elder storms an isolated Kansas homestead, he expects to find a band of outlaws. Instead, the only occupant is a heavily pregnant woman—and she’s just gone into labor. A loner uneasy with emotion, Jack helps deliver widow Elizabeth Cole’s baby girl. Then he can’t get back on the trail fast enough. The robber and murderer Jack is after killed one of Jack’s own, and he vows to catch the man. But when he returns to check on Elizabeth and her little one, he discovers that she may hold the key to his unsettled past—and his hoped-for future.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 13, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
“The Accidental Bride has something for every reader—warmth, humor . . . and chocolate. I love this book.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling authorWhen her friends order her to take a vacation, successful chef Jilly O’Hara is less than enthused. She may be overworked, but a trip to the mountains is not her idea of fun. Especially when she’s roped into an outrageous scheme to pose as a happy bride—all to fulfill the kindly resort owner’s dreams of once again hosting a lavish wedding. But the ruggedly handsome make-believe groom may just make it tolerable . . .Walker Hale has kept to himself since his return from active duty—but the next thing he knows, he’s also playing along with the wedding charade. Even this jaded loner isn’t immune to Jilly’s quirky charm . . . or her beauty. But vacations have to end sometime, and they’ll soon have to decide if the feelings between them were more than pretend.”Rich with realistically complex characters and subtle wit . . . as warm and comforting as a well-knit afghan. Skye perfectly captures the feel and appeal of small-town life, and this sweetly satisfying romance is an excellent read-alikes suggestion for fans of Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove series or Robyn Carr’s Virgin River books.” —Booklist (starred review)
by Philip Eliot | Jun 13, 2026 | Christian Nonfiction |
Exhaustion is Stealing Your Life—It’s Time to Take It Back! Are you exhausted, drained, and stuck in an endless cycle of overwork? Do you keep telling yourself, “I’ll rest when the time is right”—only to watch that time never come? Having battled the pressures of performance and the crushing weight of burnout, Kerrick Butler discovered how to stop the cycle of exhaustion and enter a powerful, biblical rhythm of rest. And now he’s here to help you do the same! In this one-of-a-kind guide, pastor and Bible teacher Kerrick Butler equips you with strategies to escape the snare of burnout and embrace a lifestyle of supernatural renewal, enabling you to stop striving and start thriving in God’s plan for your life. Through powerful, Bible-based insights, thought-provoking questions, and life-transforming revelations, you’ll be empowered to: Break free from the cycle of burnout before it forces you to stop.Silence the lies of hustle culture and embrace God’s grace-driven productivity.Recognize the warning signs of forced rest and avoid hitting the wall.Align your work with God’s divine rhythm for longevity, impact, and joy.Develop a lifestyle of rest that fuels, not hinders, your calling. Burnout isn’t the price of success—it’s the thief of it. Once you step into God’s rhythm of rest, you’ll accomplish more, stress less, and finally live with the peace and purpose He designed for you. “Wake up refreshed, walk in clarity, and step into a level of grace and productivity you never thought possible.” — Kerrick Butler Key Revelations Include: Why rest is not a weakness but a spiritual strategy.How overworking can become an idol that blocks God’s best.The biblical connection between faith, rest, and productivity.How to shift from striving in stress to working in supernatural strength.Practical steps to establish a sustainable, God-ordained rhythm of rest. With profound insight and practical application, this book answers critical questions such as: What does the Bible say about rest and burnout?How can I trust God with my work and still be productive?What are the spiritual consequences of ignoring rest?How do I break free from the “one day when” mindset? Perfect for: Believers struggling with exhaustion, overwhelm, and burnout.Those seeking a biblical, faith-filled approach to work-life balance.Leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals battling chronic overwork.Anyone ready to reclaim their peace, joy, and energy in Christ. This meticulously crafted book features: Daily activation exercises to integrate biblical rest into your life.Scriptural meditations and declarations for renewal and peace.Practical tools and strategies to help you break free from burnout once and for all. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and real-world application, Kerrick Butler offers a life-changing invitation into the Rhythm of Rest. With wisdom and compassion, he reveals how true success isn’t found in endless striving—it’s found in trusting God’s perfect plan for work and rest. It’s time to stop burning out and start living fully. Step into the rhythm of rest and watch your life transform.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 13, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Former roommates reunite after thirty years to open a Scottish-themed bakehouse—but will they find they bit off more than they can chew when they uncover evidence of a murder?Reunited college roommates Molly Ferris, Laura Donovan, and Carol MacCallan are dying to start up a Scottish bakehouse in Loch Mallaig, Michigan—even if the only available real estate in the quaint Upper Peninsula town is an old funeral parlor. The Bakehouse Three quickly find themselves buried in preparations for their grand opening … until they’re stopped dead in their tracks by a mysterious letter that insinuates the heart attack suffered by Loch Mallaig’s late mayor, Douglas Kinnaird, was anything but natural.Soon Molly, Laura, and Carol find themselves struggling not only to keep their dream of opening the bakehouse alive but also to expose the truth about the late mayor, however ugly, before someone else suffers fatal consequences. Will they find a dead giveaway to the supposed killer’s identity? Or will the women’s sleuthing be the final nail in their collective coffin?This clever whodunit from Annie’s Scottish Bakehouse Mysteries series is a must-read for fans of cozy mysteries, delectable pastries, and Scottish culture.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 13, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
Grief buried him. Faith might save him. Yet hope burns bright.When Michael Judson’s younger brother dies in a freak shooting, everything unravels—faith, family, and his fragile sense of who he thought he was. What began as a normal afternoon turned into a nightmare, and now Michael is haunted by the eyes of a brother he couldn’t save… and wonders if he was the one who pulled the trigger.His Eyes is a powerful coming-of-age inspirational novel exploring the weight of guilt, the ache of grief, and the eternal light of hope. As Michael struggles through bullying, a mother slipping into drug abuse, and an estranged father who reopens old wounds, it’s an unlikely group—a homeless wanderer, small-town believers, and one steadfast neighbor—who show him where to find God in the chaos. His Eyes is the emotionally honest grief story you are searching for, minus the preaching or guilt trip. This deeply moving story captures what it means to question everything you’ve believed and still find answers. Honest and heart-wrenching, yet redemptive and uplifting, His Eyes is for anyone who’s ever cried out “why?” and waited in the darkness to see God’s eyes.Let Michael’s story change yours. Then share the story with others who need healing and hope.
