by Philip Eliot | Apr 27, 2026 | Historical Romance |
In a tale perfect for fans of Yellowstone, the legendary New York Times bestselling author brings America’s frontier to vivid life in a saga of love, hope and endurance in 1919 Montana, as the end of the Great War, the looming start of Prohibition, and reignited rivalries put a small town on the brink of a seismic shift. Now in mass market for the first time! “Dailey keeps the pace brisk with dangers both natural and man-made, and her battle-scarred protagonists are easy to root for.” – Publishers Weekly Battle-scarred and emotionally ravaged by the loss of his wife and children to Spanish flu, former US Army Major Logan Hunter heads to Blue Moon to salvage whatever peace he can near the only family he has left. Not only does the Calder clan embrace him, but patriarch Webb Calder helps Logan secure a prime piece of ranching property. Yet settling into his new home is fraught with challenges, especially since Logan’s land borders the rival Dollarhide spread, stoking the battle between the families anew and pitting Logan against an adversary who stirs him like no other . . . From her first encounter with Logan Hunter, Dr. Kristin Dollarhide feels an instant connection to the sorrow in his beautiful eyes. As a former military MD, Kristin is no stranger to the devastating effects the war has left on hearts and minds—including her own. Despite her instinct to steer clear, Kristin is powerfully drawn to the handsome widower. Until the raging conflict takes a tragic turn, threatening all hope for their future . . .The epic tale of the settling of the American West comes to vivid life in this inspiring saga of love, hope and endurance.
by Philip Eliot | Apr 26, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
A BRAND NEW utterly heartbreaking emotional family drama of love, loss and grief. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Kate Hewitt and Susan Lewis. ????? ‘This has to be one of my best reads for 2026’ Reader review????? ‘Possibly one of the best books I have ever read’ Reader reviewWhat would you do if your lost child came back…She pouts, looking upset, and I want nothing more than to kiss her better and say ‘All right then, yes. Perhaps he can come back, perhaps he will, perhaps he has!’ But I can’t. I know I can’t lie to her about this…The day we lost Josh, a part of me broke. He was only three-and-a-half years old. His twin, Ruby, suddenly an only child.We thought we were doing as well as expected. But when Ruby comes to me and says she saw Josh – alive – I assume she’s struggling more than we realised. It’s her way of holding on. Of refusing to let go.But then I see him too.A boy with Josh’s same pale blue eyes, the silvery-white hair that falls across his forehead in exactly the same way. It’s more than a similarity. This boy could be Josh’s twin.How can that be possible?I know I have to listen to my rational brain, that this must be my grief messing with my mind. But I can’t let go of the feeling that something is going on. Who is this boy? And does someone know more than they’re letting on?A gripping, emotional page-turner about loss, love and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her child.’a well-written and intriguing family drama that kept me guessing until the end. The plot was pacy and storylines all weaved together into a powerful climax’ Caroline Finnerty’An absolute brilliant book … I just couldn’t stop reading it until the very last page, so many twists … This has to be one of my best reads for 2026′ ????? Reader review’I absolutely adored this book, what a heartbreaking story and so well told. Couldn’t put it down. Possibly one of the best books I have ever read’ ????? Reader review’This is an amazing book: emotional, gripping, and impossible to put down. If you love powerful family dramas with secrets at their core, this one is an absolute must-read.’ ????? Reader review’This book captivated me from beginning to end. A smile, wiping away a tear, and repeat. A wonderful book. 5 stars from a big fan.’ ????? Reader review’It’s emotional but also warmhearted and beautifully written’ ????? Reader review’I knew this book would be an emotional gripping read and it didn’t let me down! I was hooked from the beginning and had so many theories not guessing till the end! This is a fab book and a highly recommended read!’ ????? Reader review
by Philip Eliot | Apr 26, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
A smalltown fireman and his old friend’s younger sister must face their past before they can build a future in this inspirational romance. After the fire that injured her and burned down Goose Harbor’s only church fourteen years ago, Shelby Beck is planning to rebuild—the structure and her life. But her wounds have always caused her to keep men at a distance. When Joel Palermo returns to town as a fireman and is assigned to help Shelby raise funds for the new construction, she’s surprised at how easy it is to get close to her brother’s old friend. Could he be the man she’ll finally trust enough to let in? Or will the bond they’ve built go up in flames, when Joel’s own scars are revealed? Goose Harbor: Love is in big supply on the shores of Lake Michigan
by Philip Eliot | Apr 26, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
Always a bride’s maid–never a bride. That’s part of the story of the life of Mildred Budge in this third novel in the series.But there is more to know about this Sunday School teacher who has been recruited to be a maid of honor for her good friend’s wedding.As someone who has routinely had to muzzle herself at weddings by not calling out when the preacher asks if anyone knows a reason these two should not be wed, “It’s not going to work out,” this new role of supporting the bride has its challenges for this church lady of the South, Mildred Budge. But being a bride’s maid also has its benefits for by the time the journey is over–by the time the bride herself walks down that aisle–Mildred Budge has become a different woman. Renewed. Refreshed. And she’s not alone either. In The Bride’s Room, readers will delight in the everyday antics of Southern church women and their neighbors. But readers will also be at ease, at peace, moving at the preferred pace of grace that Miss Budge lives out in her daily life. If you enjoy Southern fiction and stories that showcase an older heroine, you will surely want to live with Mildred Budge and her friends in the garden district of Montgomery, AL, called Cloverdale. And you will enjoy your time in the bride’s room, too. It’s real and Mildred Budge abides there with her friends.To enjoy more time with Mildred Budge, download the first novel in the series, Mildred Budge in Cloverdale, and the sequel, Mildred Budge in Embankment. Since the publication of The Bride’s Room, the fourth novel Kingdom Come has also been released.Additionally, a spin-off series that focuses on the friends of Mildred Budge has two novels already. The series begins with Belle, A Mildred Budge Friendship Story and is followed next by A Gentle and Lowly Christmas.If you enjoy shorter fiction, you’ll find three volumes that capture slice-of-life adventures in Mildred’s life. Those books are: Miss Budge in Love, The Mission of Mildred Budge, and a Christmas story, Miss Budge Goes to Fountain City.To learn about new releases, follow Daphne Simpkins on Amazon. Or, you can like the Facebook page for Mildred Budge or Quotidian Books. You can contact her through QuotidianToday@gmail.com
by Philip Eliot | Apr 26, 2026 | Biography & Memoir |
Book 1, in the Parthenon Series. An Anglo-Greek Love Story Like No OtherWinner of the Gold Medal – Global Book AwardsWhat happens when a reserved Englishman marries a fiery Greek woman and moves to Greece?Chaos. Culture shock. Endless paperwork. Loud opinions. Deep love. And a house with a Parthenon on the roof.In this award-winning, laugh-out-loud memoir, Peter Barber charts his accidental transformation from polite Englishman into something vaguely Mediterranean, under the determined guidance of his formidable Greek wife, Alex. Passionate, funny, unstoppable, and fully committed to turning her husband into a Greek warrior (or at least someone who can survive a family gathering).As they build their dream home in a suburb of Athens, plans unravel, neighbours intervene, and bureaucracy takes on a life of its own. What emerges is a warm, honest, and hilarious portrait of Greece as it’s really lived – chaotic, generous, exasperating, and utterly irresistible.A Parthenon on Our Roof is a love letter to Greece, to marriage, and to the joy of embracing a life that refuses to go according to plan.Perfect for fans of humorous travel memoirs, fish-out-of-water stories, and Greek village life.Come for the laughs. Stay for the heart.
