by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
When wrong feels oh so right… Ben F-boy. Player. Frat Bro. In college, I thrived on the stereotype, relishing every wild moment. But after graduation, I put those days behind me to focus solely on building my business. That is, until Lainey Langford walks into my bar. Meeting Lainey reminds me of my long-buried desire to be a one-woman man, but convincing Lainey I’m playing for keeps won’t be easy. Can she see beyond my reckless past and the awkward fact that her mom is dating my dad? Lainey My new job for an online magazine is just what I need to break out of a years-long career slump. My first Holidating in the City assignment is going perfectly too. That is until my mom’s date has a heart attack on New Year’s Eve, and I’m tasked to track down his son. Enter Ben Kelley. Gorgeous. Charming. Trouble. One false-alarm heart attack and countless texts later, Ben is hijacking my holidates with his flirty looks and scorching touches. Until now, I’ve seen my mom played by men all my life, and got played myself, so I don’t date F-boys—even reformed ones. I’m determined to ensure my mom’s relationship, and my heart, remain intact. Yet, Ben is breaking down my walls one holiday at a time and I’m starting to think maybe he’s not the wrong holidate. Maybe he’s the only one who’s right. The Wrong Holidate is a standalone rom-com with lots of banter and spice. While it’s not a direct sequel to Off List, the story takes place within the same world. You met Ben in Off List as the frat bro you couldn’t help but to love.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Historical Romance |
“Unique characters and a fast-paced mystery add flavor to this sweet romance.” — Publishers Weekly “An excellent choice for readers who love both traditional Regencies and detective mysteries.” — Library Journal Little Sowerby, England, 1802 Miss Genevieve Wilde—a magistrate’s daughter and independent heiress—is determined to meet life’s challenges all on her own, just as her late father had taught her. So when her father’s pocket watch is stolen, she will do anything to get it back, especially when the local authorities prove incompetent. Upon reading an advertisement in the paper, she takes a chance and contacts a thief-taker to find the watch. It’s a choice Ginny regrets when former Bow Street officer Jack Travers arrives on her doorstep. He is frustratingly flirtatious, irritatingly handsome, and entirely unpredictable, and Ginny wonders if she’ll be able to resist such a man. But after Ginny discovers that the missing watch is just a small part of a larger, more frightening plot against her, she needs Jack’s help more than ever. To protect her home and her reputation, the two enter into a risky charade—pretending Jack is her cousin so he can begin his investigation, starting with the household staff. As they work together to unravel the mystery, Ginny finds herself falling fast for her charismatic thief-taker, leaving her heart in just as much danger as her life.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.” —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ????? When FBI forensic toxicologist Miles Sterling makes a harrowing discovery—that a dozen unsolved deaths over the past decade each correspond to an element on the periodic table—he must race to follow the trail and find the mastermind behind these murders—and stop him before he strikes again… In the heart of San Francisco, a new body is found, a new victim of the “element killer”, sheathed in gold. What was a cold case now becomes a matter of urgent priority—as Miles Sterling taps his brilliance to decode the clues—all while dangerously close to becoming the next target himself… WRONG GIRL is the first book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The Miles Sterling mystery series takes you on a wild thriller ride with its searing fast pace while introducing a brilliant protagonist who tackles harrowing cases tapping all of his knowledge. Unputdownable, the twist and turns will leave you breathless up until the very last word. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll, and Lisa Gardner are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are now available! “An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! …So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can’t wait to see what happens next.” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ????? “A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ????? “A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!” —Reader review (City of Prey) ????? “Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven’t seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.” —Reader review (City of Prey) ????? “Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ????? “Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ?????
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
????? A True Crime Novel! I adored this novel so much! ????? Best Book I’ve Read in Ages. ????? Read it! Worth every minute and every penny you spend! For fans of John D. MacDonald, Harlan Coben, & Robert B. Parker. Set in a ‘richly atmospheric’ San Francisco, Robert Bucchianeri’s debut Max Plank mystery is a ‘home run’. A missing big sister. A little girl all alone. Time is Running Out. Can Max Plank, P.I. Extraordinaire, untangle the mystery before all is lost? When twelve-year-old Frankie steps onto his boat Max has no idea that the cute, skateboarding girl is a time bomb that will lead him into a mystery with a tangled web of secrets and lies involving small time hoods, corrupt politicians, paranoid hippies, and, most dangerously, his long time nemesis, a twisted casino operator at the heart of the city’s criminal trade. As Max races to solve the convoluted case and find Frankie’s big sister, the mayhem and dead bodies pile up. Finally, he realizes that the only way to get the whole truth involves risking his own life. But for Max Plank this is just the cost of doing business in the game he’s decided to play. Grab this page-turning thriller and prowl the mean streets of San Francisco with Max and his motley crew of friends. Stray Cat Blues is the first book in the Max Plank mystery series. The second novel, The Ties That Bind, is now available as well as more books in the series.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 1, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Murder, Mischief, and Mayhem Return to the High Seas! Cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean is finally finding her sea legs aboard the Moonlit Majesty . With a promotion in sight and a camera full of tropical sunsets, she’s ready to enjoy smooth sailing—until a family reunion portrait session ends in murder . Now, Olivia’s dream job is once again on shaky waters. Between bossy relatives with hidden grudges, secret relationships bubbling under the surface, and one very opinionated kitten named Pickle who insists on “helping,” Olivia’s lens is full of suspects. Armed with her photos, a knack for noticing what others miss, and the reluctant cooperation of the ship’s grumpy-but-gorgeous security manager , she must untangle the mystery before another passenger takes an unexpected dive. Expect plenty of cozy mystery fun: A clue-sniffing kitten who’s always two steps (and one paw) ahead A bold amateur sleuth with a camera instead of a badge Flirty tension and reluctant teamwork with a handsome security officer Cruise ship chaos, high-seas secrets, and tropical vibes A self-contained whodunit packed with humor, heart, and red herrings If you love clean, clever cozy mysteries with adorable pets, strong heroines, and laugh-out-loud banter, climb aboard Murder in the Lookout Lounge —a delightful standalone mystery in the Olivia Ocean Cruise Ship Mysteries .
