by Philip Eliot | Dec 25, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Old flames are reunited with the burden of their past and a love that still lingers in this heartfelt holiday romance by Jahquel J. Being known as the daughter of the Sageport’s town drunk always left Faith Stone defending her mother and herself. Her only solace was her boyfriend, Rome. Even as a teenager, Faith knew she wanted forever with Rome Atkins. Their small town, her mother’s struggles, and everyone’s opinions of their relationship couldn’t hold them back forever. After graduation, they would put Sageport behind them and start life anew together . . . but prom night changed everything. Fifteen years later, Faith, now a divorced, single parent, finds herself back in Sageport for the holidays. The memories and pain are still fresh, as if everything happened yesterday, especially when she runs into Rome, who never left Sageport. Also fresh are the unexpected lingering feelings they still harbor for each other. Do old wounds run too deep, or can the joy of Christmas provide enough healing power for a second chance love reunion?
by Philip Eliot | Dec 25, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
A family curse can reach across generations.After bank manager Jonathan Ward inherits an old manor, strange things begin to happen. On his first night at the property, a beautiful young woman appears outside his door, pleading for help. Moments later, she has disappeared.Strange apparitions and unearthly sounds follow, as does the young woman seeking refuge. Desperate for information, Jonathan turns to the vast knowledge of the town librarian for help.As the dark history of the manor unfolds, Jonathan begins to realize the full extent of the horror to come. Is it too late to save those dearest to him… and himself?Praise:????? – “A tale that will haunt readers for generations to come. A great ghost story.”????? – “Well written and compelling. I highly recommend this book.”
by Philip Eliot | Dec 25, 2025 | Fantasy |
Augum is one of three champion warlocks. Alongside his betrothed Leera and their sister-in-war Bridget, the trio protect their kingdom by wielding an ancient power. A power that devours their empathy.A power that turns them into dragons.As the trio struggle to hold onto their humanity, strange events unfold. Lightning strikes that silence nearby warlocks. Fog that nullifies arcane artifacts. Moss infestations that siphon sorcery.Recognizing that these events could destroy their newfound ability, the trio set out to investigate. Their quest for answers will take them to the far north, the deep sea, and the bowels of an abandoned castle.But what they uncover will plunge all the kingdoms into peril.For something is coming.Something that sees everyone as prey . . .An epic fantasy set in the world of the bestselling sagas The Arinthian Line, Fury of a Rising Dragon, and Chronicles of Anna Atticus Stone.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 25, 2025 | Science Fiction |
“Is this how the world ends, not with a bang, but with an invasive species that destroys the planet’s most important ecosystem? If K.A. Kirtland’s Bleeding Sea doesn’t frighten you then you’re not paying attention.” –Daniel Burke, author of Red ScreenWhen a mysterious organism starts killing off the oceans, can an inexperienced scientist stop the deadly red tide from spreading?Gulf of Mexico. Diane Nelson has finally achieved her childhood dream. A recent Ph.D. graduate delighting in the chance to work for her hero, the twenty-five-year-old marine biologist is determined to solve why algae are destroying all life in and above the sea. But when a shooting incident in her new lab leaves one man dead, the unnerved woman fears something more sinister could be at play.Joining her boss and three labmates on an expedition to track down the organism’s origin, Diane struggles to know who to trust. But after she defies company orders and uncovers a shocking conspiracy, the naïve researcher’s future could depend on separating friend from foe…Can she contain the source before her world turns bloodred?Bleeding Sea is a slick and riveting eco-thriller. If you like complex characters, heart-wrenching drama, and thought-provoking themes, then you’ll love K.A. Kirtland’s powerfully dark tale.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 25, 2025 | Womens Fiction |
Not Noah. Not my husband. But there he is, unconscious in the hospital bed. Our daughter sobs into my shoulder. We love him so much. What if he never wakes up? And who is the little girl beside him, gazing up at us with big, tear-filled brown eyes? Eyes that look just like my husband’s…Our family of three is perfect. Just me, Noah and our teenage daughter Maya. The day the police knock at our door, telling us about the car accident, is the worst day of my life. My heart shatters, but what they say next almost makes it stop beating: Noah was in the car with another woman who died at the scene. Her two-year-old girl, Luna, miraculously survived.With Noah fighting for his life, I’m desperate for the truth: and when I search his desk, I find checks made out to Luna’s mother. Did my loving, loyal husband have a secret family all along?Despite my own terrible pain, at the hospital I can’t help but comfort this poor child as she cries for her mommy. With nowhere else for Luna to go, I find myself opening our home. Seeing Maya hold Luna’s hand and giggle as they chase butterflies in the garden, it’s almost like my daughter has a sister…I have an impossible choice. Do I tell Maya the truth about her father? If Noah wakes up, will even more secrets come out about who he really is? And can I forgive him enough to give this sweet, innocent girl a home… or will my husband’s betrayal tear us all apart?Fans of Jodi Picoult’s My Sister’s Keeper, Kate Hewitt and Diane Chamberlain will adore this absolutely unputdownable read about how the people we love most can hide the darkest secrets.Read what everyone’s saying about His Secret Daughter:“Set aside time to binge-read!… I couldn’t go to bed without finding out the truth!… Amazing… Reading this intense, family drama is definitely an experience that will fill you with anticipation, fear, hope, love, and heartache… Needs to be on your reading list.” Goodreads reviewer,?????“This book is just everything… I just enjoyed every single page of this book from start to finish… I had no idea where it was going… I was so engrossed in the book, that I actually didn’t want it to come to an end… If it could be higher than 5 stars it absolutely would be. Perfection.” @daemongirl79, ?????“I am so grateful that there was time to compose myself before writing this review. Did I ugly cry so much that I gave myself a headache? Yes!… Do I recommend this emotional rollercoaster to other readers? Oh, absolutely!…I was gripped… Anguish and heartache resonated through me… I wholeheartedly recommend… a 2023 must-read.” @library_of_lucyg, ?????“If you want apage-turner, this is the book you need to read next!” Goodreads review, ?????“Brilliant… captivated from beginning to end. My heart broke… I had an inkling as to how it was all going to unfold before it all came out, but was left shook… Very compelling and emotive tale which I highly recommend.” Once Upon a Time Books, ?????“What a roller coaster of emotions this book brought me!… I could not put this book down and the characters were so real and were so easy to relate to… Loved it!” Goodreads review, ?????“Absolutely fantastic… very emotional… kept me on the edge of my seat throughout, I couldn’t put it down. The ending was brilliant. Goodreads reviewer, ?????
