by Philip Eliot | Feb 24, 2026 | Fantasy |
Turns out there are monsters in the world, and I am not talking about the kind that eat pizza with a knife and fork. For over 40 years, I never knew of the demons that lurk among us. One foggy night, everything changed as I witnessed strange creatures emerge from a sewer to attack. Horrible monsters that only I could see. As if almost dying weren’t traumatizing enough, I became a target, not just of the sexy scythe-wielding man who took out the abominations, nor the cute detective who questioned me as a witness to the carnage. For some reason, the demons are after my middle-aged ass! Why would they care about an average woman who works as a clerk, rides the bus, and lives in an apartment alone? I’m told it’s because I’m special. Because there is a latent magic in me I never knew about. I disagree but that hasn’t stopped folks from expecting me to join the resistance. I’d rather go back to my quiet life, however, now that the demons have found me, they won’t rest until they have me in their clawed clutches. Like hell am I going down without a fight. I never asked to be a heroine, but apparently, I’ve been chosen and now I must reap what fate has bestowed before chaos is sown.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 24, 2026 | Science Fiction |
“A compelling vision of a maybe-not-so-alternative reality.” —Irene M. Pepperberg, PhD, author of Alex & Me An animal with near magical powers is brought back from extinction, but at what cost? Anthropologist Claire Knowland discovers DNA from a species the world has never seen before. Now, she faces an unprecedented opportunity: resurrecting an extinct elephant with near-supernatural abilities, but the project spirals into an ethical minefield as her team realizes the world may not be ready for this animal’s very different form of intelligence, and that they have an obligation to protect him from those who covet his powers. Bringing ancient beings back to life attracts dangerous attention. As powerful forces conspire to seize control of their extraordinary creation, Claire and her team must defend the elephant—affably nicknamed Bart—who never asked to be reborn into the chaos of the twenty-first century. Enemies conspire to use the de-extinct species’ powers for their own gain. Ultimately, circumstances force Bart to become aware of the perils of his situation, and his preternatural powers turn out to be the key to saving those around him, and his taking control of his destiny. From the author who challenged our understanding of evolution in Deep Past comes a provocative sci-fi thriller that blends realistic, cutting-edge science, globe-spanning intrigue, and profound moral conundrums. Perfect for fans of Michael Crichton and Douglas Preston, this thought-provoking science fiction action thriller explores the ethical boundaries of genetic engineering and de-extinction—and the price we pay when we cross them. Praise for Deep Past : “An excellent thriller with real meat on the bones . . . makes you think as well as sweat.” —Lee Child, #1 New York Times –bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series “An extraordinary novel on so many levels . . . One of those rare novels that bends (if not blows) the mind with deep and compelling ideas about consciousness, intelligence, and our place in the world.” — Douglas Preston, #1 New York Times– bestselling author of The Lost City of the Monkey God “A fascinating thriller . . . Linden does a masterly job of integrating intriguing speculative science into a page-turning plot.” —Publishers Weekly , starred review “An immersive tale that is both intellectually enlivening and genuinely entertaining.” — Kirkus Reviews
by Philip Eliot | Feb 24, 2026 | Science Fiction |
A lab explosion. An interdimensional warfare. Two soulmates. Ashaar Naveed is a brilliant scientist pushing the limits of AI and quantum research. When Emma Herrmann , a quantum physicist joins his team, their work bends reality itself. Their partnership is volatile from the start. Ambition, tension and buried secrets drive their research as strange anomalies appear inside Ashaar’s AI. Obsessed with finding the truth, he pushes forward, oblivious to the cost. Then everything breaks. Emma experiences memories that are not her own. Ashaar’s experiment collapses in an explosion, tearing through spacetime and throwing him into another universe. As reality fractures, Ashaar realises his work has awakened something ancient and uncontrollable. Now a ruthless group of factions is moving through time to seize its power. If they succeed, billions will die . To restore the fabric of spacetime, Ashaar and Emma must join forces with rebels from across the multiverse. But can they stop the end of everything before it’s too late? Anyone who loves a good science fiction won’t be able to put down The Theory of Hope! Visit the official website, Fandom Wiki or the medium blog for expanded reviews! Read what everyone’s saying about The Theory of Hope: ” Sentinel’s speculative power resembles the predictive models steering everything from finance to politics. This story feels like an alternate version of our current Earth.” – Goodreads Reviewer ? ? ? ? ? “This book is a speculative philosophy on AI, wrapped in a thriller. For readers who love the existential scale of Dune, and the visionary scope of The Expanse, The Theory of Hope is a rather good choice.” – Goodreads Reviewer ? ? ? ? ? “This one is closer to home, because it begins in 2022, which is when the story was originally written. If you are wanting to read how humanity will evolve into our future multi planetary version, this is for you.” – Goodreads Reviewer ? ? ? ? ? “If you want big ideas, big feelings, and a multiverse that actually costs something, The Theory of Hope delivers.” – Goodreads Reviewer ? ? ? ? ?
by Philip Eliot | Feb 24, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
In this inspirational romance, a smalltown tea shop owner warms the heart of a gruff Army veteran turned artist. Retired army captain Zach Zelinsky is determined to put his harrowing past behind him and start a quiet life selling his artwork. But the storefront building he buys comes with a tenant—a too-pretty tea shop owner who doesn’t give him a moment’s rest. Ginger Carleton is rallying the merchants of Maple Springs, Michigan, for a Valentine’s Day window-decorating contest. And she’s on a mission to convince Zach to lose the gruff exterior and open up to her. As February 14 approaches, the wounded warrior may just find that Ginger is offering exactly what he’s been missing: love.
by Philip Eliot | Feb 24, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
To catch a ruthless criminal, a detective must learn to trust the woman who broke his heart in this suspenseful tale of romance, faith and forgiveness. When her beloved grandmother is almost killed during a home invasion, Piper Kennedy isn’t surprised to find out she’s a suspect—especially with Luke Ransom is on the case. The handsome detective Piper once loved is convinced she’s hiding something. Given her crooked past—not to mention the way she was forced to betray him years ago—he has little reason to trust her. But when attempts are made on Piper’s life, Luke will do anything to keep her safe. Working together to find out who wants her dead, they soon discover that the feelings they once shared are still very much alive. But it will take all their trust and faith to take on a criminal determined to keep them from the truth—not to mention a second shot at a future.
