by Philip Eliot | Jan 12, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
She was jilted on her wedding day. He’s the best friend waiting in the wings. Lexie Gallagher is starting to think she’s better off alone. Her family fell apart years ago. Her relationships all end in disaster. Is she the common denominator who causes everyone to leave? Everyone but her best friend, Gabe, who whisks her away from the scene of the latest breakup. As the human resources VP for North Brothers Sports, Gabe North understands people and how to meet their needs. What Lexie’s always needed is a true-blue friend, doubly so when she’s left at the altar. Of course he’ll be her shoulder to cry on—even though he’s wanted to be more than friends for years. As Lexie heals from her recent rejection, Gabe is everything she needs…and then he becomes even more. But when life gets tricky, can Lexie believe that true blue is forever, or will she find herself eternally alone? True Blue is the third stand-alone story in the North Brothers contemporary romance series. Dive into this sexy series today!
by Philip Eliot | Jan 12, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
An award-winning novel of extraordinary bravery, inspired by the true story of one of the most harrowing air raids ever flown. Fans of Beneath A Scarlet Sky, The Nightingale, and Unbroken will enjoy this unforgettable tale of duty, honor, and compassion. “…a bravura performance…” —Dwight Jon Zimmerman, New York Times bestselling author For B-24 bomber pilot Al Lycoming, the mission was history in the making. For Women’s Airforce Service Pilot Vivian Wright, it was a chance to put her skills to the ultimate test…and share in the burden of combat. Dispatched to Benghazi on mysterious orders, Al Lycoming finds nearly 200 other B-24 bombers being assembled…and a top secret assignment that will catapult them all into seemingly impenetrable Nazi defenses. Their mission: a daring low-level attack on Hitler’s extensive oil refineries. But when his co-pilot falls ill at the last moment, Al secretly finds help from an unlikely source—Vivian. Together, the two fly towards dark skies filled with enemy flak and fighters…and into the pages of history. With perspectives from American and German pilots alike, When Heroes Flew masterfully weaves together one of the most dangerous and incredible aerial operations of World War Two with a riveting tale of bravery, suspense, and self-sacrifice. ____________________________ Praise for H.W. “Buzz” Bernard’s WHEN HEROES FLEW: “Highly recommended.” —P.T. Deutermann, author of Pacific Glory “World War II angst and action brought to life.” —Commander George Wallace, USN (Ret.), author of the Hunter Killer series “This book gripped me from the very first page…In real life, this WW2 mission resulted in the award of Five Medals of Honor. In my view, they all deserved one. Highly recommended.” —Rachel Wesson, author of The Orphan Train series “…feel the vibration, smell the exhaust, and sense the fear.” —Tom Young, author of Silver Wings, Iron Cross “…chuckle and weep in tandem while forgetting everything around you but the story itself.” —Kathleen M. Rodgers, author of The Flying Cutterbucks “[The pilot’s]…amazing courage, and that of the entire group, is subtly drawn.” —John J. Gobbell, author of the Todd Ingram series “Strap in! It’s one hell of a ride!” —Don Keith, author of Final Bearing
by Philip Eliot | Jan 12, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
2500+ pages of gripping wartime aerial adventures. Hours of entertainment. Packed full of action. Strap in for fourteen thrilling tales of aerial warfare from an RAF veteran. This action-packed collection plunges you into the heart of World War Two, where fighter pilots and bomber crews battle for survival in the skies over Europe, North Africa and beyond. From the dogfights over the Channel to desperate raids behind enemy lines, these gripping novels capture the chaos, courage and camaraderie of war at 20,000 feet. Written by a former RAF pilot Richard Townshend Bickers, each story blends real-life experience with compelling drama, bringing to life the high-stakes missions, the brutal choices, and the unbreakable bonds between men who flew and fought together with everything on the line. Includes: • War Wounds • Torpedo Attack • Their Flarepath the Moon • Target Ahead • Bombing Run • Bombs Gone • Killing Zone • Fighters Up • The Cauldron • Sea Strike • The Eagle’s Cry • Battle Climb • Summer of No Surrender • Operation Fireball Perfect for fans of W.E. Johns, Derek Robinson, Patrick Bishop, Robert Jackson and Russell Sullman. A MUST-HAVE COLLECTION OF WAR STORIES THAT BLEND HISTORICAL ACCURACY WITH WHITE-KNUCKLE ACTION. READERS LOVE RICHARD TOWNSHEND BICKERS: ?????????? ‘ Reads like a British black and white war movie . What more could you want?’ ?????????? ‘Richard Townshend Bickers really was an astonishing writer . . . his historical context adds so much credibility to the various personal stories that are woven into the fabric and each book is simply very hard to put down. The action sequences are nothing short of brilliant .’ ?????????? ‘ Captures the atmosphere in a well written and aviation-savvy way . Great read.’ ?????????? ‘Very well written. The author clearly works hard in his research .’ ?????????? ‘Very good action sequences. Holds your interest throughout. Bickers hasn’t disappointed me yet .’ ?????????? ‘ The action is realistic and told in good detail . You can sense the tension.’
by Philip Eliot | Jan 12, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Former FBI Special Agent Kade Black is wanted for a crime he didn’t commit. The kind of crime handled outside the normal courts of law. Renditions. Interrogations. A cryptic trail left by a dead Russian double agent is his only hope. When the trail leads him to the rugged Oregon coast in his battered RV, Kade isn’t the only surprise for the sleepy little town. There’s a body on the beach. Signs of a horrific ritual killing. Kade soon discovers he’s the only one who can solve this grisly murder. Meanwhile, his former colleagues, an elite FBI surveillance unit, are closing in. He’s got little time to solve the murder and collect the evidence he needs to prove his innocence. But inside him, a devil stirs. One that threatens to change his quest for justice into pure revenge. This new case will awaken the dark legacy haunting him. Remind him of the unforgiving world he was born to behind the walls of a remote militia compound known only as Fort Black. Will Kade stay loyal to his oath? Or will he succumb to the vengeful blood running through his veins? Either way, one thing is certain: with vigilante Kade Black on the hunt, the guilty will pay.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 12, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
A brand new police mystery novel set on the shores of Lake Erie, Pennsylvania. Perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, LJ Ross and Louise Penny. *** ‘An unforgettable cast’ USA Today Bestseller Carissa Ann Lynch When a local Erie vet is shot during a robbery, Erie City Police Detective Matthias Honeywell and his partner Cassie Malone are tasked with pursuing the perpetrators. But as they close in on the truth, a mysterious sniper targets those involved in the case. Emma Anderson has seen more than her share of cases since becoming a journalist in Lake Erie, and with news of the shooting becoming local interest, her instincts kick in. What she didn’t expect to uncover was a secret that could cause an ethical dilemma between Matthias and Cassie. As the search for the sniper continues and the investigation taking a dark turn, Cassie and Emma find themselves caught up in a kidnapping plot. As the women are forced to draw on their resourcefulness to survive, will they manage to escape or is time against them? Praise for Annette Dashofy: ‘Annette Dashofy is one of the best mystery writers out there today. If you aren’t reading her books, you are truly missing out and you need to fix that today.’ ‘A superb police procedural. Fantastic, fast-paced and tension-filled ’ ????? ‘Couldn’t stop reading… gritty ’ ????? ‘An outstanding grab-you-by-the-throat series … addictive’ ????? ‘Lots of twists and turns’ ???? ‘An innovative mystery… a captivating story’ ???? ‘Gripping, fast-paced, well-written and realistic , I highly recommend’ ????? ‘A mystery that every mystery lover will enjoy’ ?????
