by Philip Eliot | Jan 21, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Discover a BRAND NEW page-turning cosy mystery series, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Benedict Brown and T. E. Kinsey ???? A suffragette and a Scotland Yard detective discover more than just murder… London, 1910 Coral Fairbanks is a suffragette, actress, and artist’s muse, whose suffragette friends help her cope with her husband’s death – though some disapprove of the nude portrait of her displayed in the National Portrait Gallery. Guy Flynn is an artist, widower, and detective at Scotland Yard, who struggles to navigate the conflicting views of his sixteen-year-old daughter and his commanding officer in the Metropolitan Police. Fairbanks and Flynn find themselves on opposite sides of the law when Home Secretary Winston Churchill orders police to terrorise suffragettes during a protest outside the Houses of Parliament. But when a suffragette is found murdered in the National Portrait Gallery, they’re forced to combine their knowledge to track down her killer. This gripping historical mystery set in Edwardian London introduces the iconic detective duo Fairbanks and Flynn. ‘I was gripped from the beginning and could not put it down’ Reader review ?????????? ‘a wonderful investigative duo is on the way!! … what a start to a new series!’ Reader review ?????????? ‘full of twists and turns, at times funny, moving and always entertaining… Excellent ‘ Reader review ?????????? ‘There’s plenty of twists and surprises including murder and art theft… Highly recommend.’ Reader review ?????????? Praise for Michelle Salter: ‘A fabulous, well-written, mystery that holds all the promise of much more to come… The Iris Woodmore mysteries are fast becoming some of my favourites.’ M J Porter ‘A joy to read! Such a well-researched mystery. I absolutely loved the unconventional heroine, 1920s setting, engaging characterisation and poignant ending, all of which provide a captivating start to the Iris Woodmore cosy mystery series.’ Anita Davison ‘The mystery itself is intriguing, with plenty of twists and unexpected developments. If you enjoy 1920s mysteries and learning about the Suffragettes and all they stood for, then I highly recommend Death at Crookham Hall.’ Verity Bright ‘Death at Crookham Hall is a lovely, murder mystery by a gifted writer.’ Helena Dixon
by Philip Eliot | Jan 21, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
A hidden skeleton. A missing girl. Can a determined café owner uncover the truth, or will a deadly secret remain buried for ever? Sergeant Keya Varma is delighted to begin her new part-time role as the Cotswolds’ Rural Engagement Officer, while fulfilling her long-held dream of opening a small neighbourhood café. But she gets herself into a stew when builders uncover a young girl’s remains during the renovation work. While Keya and her police colleagues make progress reopening the case of a local girl who vanished thirty years ago, her brief taste of success turns bitter when a friend is found dead at her café. As confusion over identities threatens to derail the investigation, Keya fears that justice may never be served. Can Keya dig into the mystery and uncover the real culprit? Earl Grey and Shallow Graves is the first book in the Waterwheel Café Mystery series. If you enjoy clever puzzles, warm friendships and life in the Cotswolds, you’ll love Victoria Tait’s engaging British cozy mystery. Read Earl Grey and Shallow Graves and discover the secrets buried beneath the Cotswolds today!
by Philip Eliot | Jan 21, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
WEDDING BELLS BUNDLE Four bestselling books from Ginny Baird! Includes Book 1 in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Holiday Brides Series, The Christmas Catch, and bestselling romantic comedies Must-Have Husband, The Sometime Bride and How to Marry a Matador. **BUZZ** FOR WEDDING BELLS BUNDLE… THE CHRISTMAS CATCH (Holiday Brides Series, Book 1) “The Christmas Catch is a wonderful sweet romance story.” ~ Reviews by Crystal MUST-HAVE HUSBAND (Summer Grooms Series, Book 1) “A sweet, funny, quick read. I thoroughly enjoyed this novella.” ~ Emily Kirkpatrick THE SOMETIME BRIDE Five Stars from STACIE’S SNAZZY REVIEWS “I really enjoyed this book. I found myself frowning and smiling. It evoked emotion. The Sometime Bride was well written and very sweet. I would really like to see more from Ginny Baird.” ~ Stacie’s Snazzy Reviews Four Stars from THE ROMANCE REVIEWS “Ginny Baird has crafted a terrific, but short, story. It’s a perfect read for an afternoon where you just want to kick back and while away the time with a delightful tidbit.” ~ The Romance Reviews HOW TO MARRY A MATADOR “Turns the classic romance plot amusingly inside out…cleverly plotted.” ~ Kirkus Reviews “A sweet, romantic tale that leaves one yearning for a matador of their own.” ~ InD’Tale Magazine STORY SUMMARIES: THE CHRISTMAS CATCH (Holiday Brides Series, Book 1) A struggling single mom meets a handsome bachelor in Vermont, after running him off the road during a snowstorm. A sweet, romantic tale set in snowy Vermont. MUST-HAVE HUSBAND (Summer Grooms Series, Book 1) A girl in need of a groom ropes a bachelor in the wilderness, and brings him home. A light and lively look at love and taking chances. Based on a true tradition! THE SOMETIME BRIDE Carrie St. John is done with wedding disasters. Third time’s the charm? A jilted bride and a ditched bachelor cut a “fake fiancé” deal. A fun and sexy read. HOW TO MARRY A MATADOR Jess flies to Madrid on an acquisitions deal but wakes up married to a matador! A fresh and flirty romp. CONTENT NOTE: For those who enjoy Ginny’s sweeter stories, this bundle includes backlist titles The Sometime Bride and How to Marry a Matador , both which contain mild love scenes.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 21, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
Paige Turner has always been a bit of a disaster, but this time, she might have really outdone herself. When Paige’s bank account screams for help, she never imagined her next gig would be as Shadow Harbor’s newest (and possibly most accident-prone) librarian. But forget about organizing dusty old books—Paige is now in charge of shelving something a tad more explosive: magic. And not the fun, sparkly kind. We’re talking dark, dangerous, and likely-to-blow-up-in-your-face magic. Her job? Keep the supernatural subworld from going berserk, all while fetching and filing magical artifacts from around the globe. No pressure, right? Except one tiny mistake could spell doom for the entire world. Or, you know, get her flattened by a rogue spell gone wrong. Teaming up with a teacup-sized dragon who’s heavy on the sass and light on the help, Paige stumbles—literally—through her new role. And when her first assignment turns into a chaotic math lesson involving way too many werewolves, she starts to wonder if the world can survive her as the new librarian. Fans of The Librarians and Warehouse 13, get ready to laugh out loud with this enchanting, klutz-tastic cozy mystery fantasy series. Buy Shadow Beasts now and join Paige in her magical misadventures!
by Philip Eliot | Jan 21, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
After welcoming their first child to their family and exhausted from all the new responsibilities that come with parenthood, Elliot and Erica decide a trip to the mountains is just what their new family needs. They find a rental online – a cabin listed as Red Hill Paradise. They arrive at the beautiful, isolated hillside retreat, and everything seems perfect. The cabin is quaint and cozy. The woods are peaceful and the sunset on the hillside is gorgeous. The neighbors, folks who have lived on Red Hill for decades, are strange, but nice. There are sounds from the trees though. A quiet slithering through the dead, fallen leaves. Soft whispers of danger to come. Red Hill holds secrets, and this young family is about to find out that this place may not be an idyllic paradise after all.