by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Children & Middle Grade |
What if a key whispered your name?When fourteen-year-old Arlen discovers a mysterious key, it pulls him into a hidden world beneath his own, a place of living halls, ancient secrets, and whispers that should not exist.Arlen never knew the Hall existed.Not before the river.Not before the fall.Not before everything ordinary vanished.Myra trusts logic, patterns, and facts, not impossible worlds. But when the Key blazes to life and the Hall begins to stir, she and Arlen are drawn into a danger neither of them understands.Because the Hall is listening.And the Key was never meant to stay hidden.As the boundary between the ordinary and the impossible begins to break, Arlen and Myra must decide what they are willing to trust, and what they are willing to risk.Perfect for readers who love Harry Potter and Percy Jackson.Book One of The Luminara Chronicles“Could not put it down. I read it in half a day.”“Mystical, immersive and impossible to forget.”
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
One party planner, one grumpy cowboy, and one tiny letter to Santa Cowboy… what could possibly go wrong (or wonderfully right)?Hallie Whitmore is a Dallas-based party planner with zero interest in sleigh bells, sentiment, or staying put. But when she inherits her grandmother’s old Victorian farmhouse in Cottonwood Ridge, Montana, a quick flip-and-sell turns complicated—especially when a letter addressed to Santa Cowboy ends up in her mailbox.Beau Kingsley—grumpy cowboy, former rodeo star, and not-so-retired Santa Cowboy—has no intention of stepping back into those boots. But a local kid still believes, and the town hasn’t forgotten the Christmas magic once made in that big white farmhouse.The Kingsley family practically owns Cottonwood Ridge—and they’re all-in on bringing back the beloved holiday celebration. Between Ridge’s over-the-top Dude Ranch gala and Colt’s hayrides featuring pigs in Santa hats, the whole town is going full on Christmas.Somewhere between tangled lights and cocoa stations, Hallie winds up at the center of a celebration she never planned… and next to the one cowboy who just might change everything.A cozy, billionaire cowboy sweet romance filled with slow-burn charm, small-town warmth, found family, and holiday magic in every snowflake.
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Romantic Suspense |
Winner! Best Suspense — Killer Nashville Claymore AwardWhen a young woman is murdered, the only witness left behind is already dead.Evelyn Sinclair is a talented artist with a dangerous secret—she communicates with the dead through her drawings. She’s learned to keep it hidden because no one believes her.Especially Detective Leo Ricci.A by-the-book homicide detective, Leo trusts evidence, not ghosts. When Evelyn comes forward with details she couldn’t possibly know, he has two choices—walk away… or follow a lead that defies everything he believes.As the case deepens, Evelyn’s visions grow stronger—and more dangerous. The killer isn’t just hiding in the shadows. He’s watching her.Now, Leo and Evelyn are racing to stop a murderer before he strikes again. But the closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous the connection becomes.The dead aren’t just whispering—they’re leading her straight to the killer.Praise for Drawn to Death“An intriguing blend of murder mystery and romance.” – Kirkus Reviews????? “This amazing story has it all, the perfect balance of drama, angst, murder mystery, thrilling suspense, heartfelt emotions, paranormal and romance…” -BookBub Reviewer????? “This is my first time reading this author and oh my gosh it was amazing. This story is exactly the kind of book I love romance, suspense, a evil killer and a woman who sees dead people.” -BookBub Reviewer????? “WOW, this absolutely blew my mind.” -BookBub ReviewerThe series is best enjoyed when read in order!She sees the dead.He hunts killers.Together, they’re drawn into cases where the truth refuses to stay buried—and every answer comes with a price.From chilling murders to the deadly secrets hiding in Chicago’s darkest corners, Evelyn and Detective Leo Ricci must navigate a world where love is dangerous, trust is fragile, and the line between life and death is never as clear as it seems.Because some cases don’t end when the killer is caught…And some connections are too powerful to walk away from.
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Action & Adventure |
The hunt is on for a mystery weapon shooting down American planes over Iraq in the New York Times–bestselling author’s high-tech military thriller series.Hidden in the Nevada desert is Dreamland—a top-secret research center developing experimental artillery and aircraft that push beyond the cutting edge. It is also home to Whiplash—a covert team of special forces trained to deploy the high-tech weapons in extreme situations. Whiplash’s latest mission begins when a series of American planes are shot down over Iraq in mysterious circumstances. There is no way that conventional weapons could have executed the deadly efficient strikes. Can the Iraqis have developed a laser capable of causing such mayhem? Fearing a major international crisis, the President sends a call out to Dreamland. Within hours, some of the most sophisticated aircraft in the world are heading for the Gulf, with orders to track down the mystery weapon—and destroy it.
by Philip Eliot | May 16, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
ESCAPE TO PORTUGAL FOR SUMMER, SUN AND SECOND CHANCES.Could an unlikely inheritance be the secret to Bella’s happiness?Bella Cresswell likes her life organized. But when she inherits her great-aunt Florence’s house in the Algarve, her life gets decidedly disorganized.Bella flies to Portugal hoping for a quick sale. Except there’s a clause in Florence’s will stopping her. Before she can sell the house, Bella must ‘make it better’.As she tries to fix-up the dilapidated property Bella finds herself caught up in the charm of the gorgeous Portuguese village. She meets the eccentric and friendly locals — including a pair of storks, Harry and Sally, who have taken up residence on her roof. Not to mention her handsome, yet mysterious, neighbour, Hugo.Perhaps there was more to Florence’s wish for Bella to make it better than she first thought. And when it’s time to sell and say goodbye will Bella be able to return to her old life?Or will she discover that some things are meant to be held onto forever?This gorgeous, escapist, holiday romance is perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Milly Johnson, Kim Nash, Jessica Redland and Jo Bartlett.Readers love THE HOUSE THAT FLORENCE LEFT:????? ‘I fell in love with the characters, the setting, and the storks! Just the book I needed.’????? ‘I love books about new beginnings. The House That Florence Left gave me just that. It was just what I needed.’????? ‘I loved this story.’ALSO BY CHRIS PENHALLPORTUGUESE PARADISEBook 1: THE HOUSE THAT ALICE BUILTBook 2: NEW BEGINNINGS AT THE LITTLE HOUSE IN THE SUNBook 3: THE HOUSE ON THE HILLBook 4: THE HOUSE THAT FLORENCE LEFTSTANDALONESSUMMER IN YOUR EYESFINDING SUMMER HAPPINESS
