by Philip Eliot | May 12, 2026 | Mystery |
Join Detective Joe Ezell in 1940s Los Angeles as he solves three murder mysteries with a woman of mysterious identity, a VA nurse, and an aspiring actress.BOOK 1: Murder Me TwiceJoe Ezell, GI turned gumshoe, pays the bills by catching philandering husbands for rich dames wanting a divorce. When Faye Marten darkens his door, she doesn’t quite fit the bill, but she is willing to pay. A few hours later, Hal Marten, the man Faye hired him to dog, arrives asking for help. The cops believe Hal murdered his now missing wife, and Hal wants Joe to prove his innocence. But the deeper Joe digs, the more convinced he becomes that Faye and Hal aren’t who they claim to be. Can Joe prove it and solve the murder before another victim is knocked off?BOOK 2: Stairway to MurderWorld War II G.I. turned gumshoe Joe Ezell is hunting a murderer. A Los Angeles VA hospital nurse has been found dead, and RN Mary McBride, the love of Joe’s life, is next. Has the Black Dahlia killer struck again, or was it one of the VA hospital doctors trying to keep a malpractice case under wraps? If Joe doesn’t succeed, he’ll never get the chance to slip a ring on Mary’s finger.BOOK 3: Murder on IceWhen aspiring actress Cookie Crumble is found dead in a refrigerator in a vacant apartment, the police suspect the landlord’s son, whose father hires gumshoe PI Joe Ezell to find the true killer. With suspects ranging from ardent fans to jealous lovers to the mobster Cookie rebuffed, Joe goes undercover as an actor. But the closer Joe gets to the truth, the more likely he is to get iced.Note: The Detective Joe Ezell Mystery Series is a clean and wholesome read with no sex or vulgar language and will be enjoyed by readers of cozy mysteries and classic detective whodunit mysteries in the spirit of Sam Spade and Humphrey Bogart. While not a true noir or hard-boiled mystery, this series captures the charm of film noir without the drugs, sex, or beatings.Praise for The Detective Joe Ezell Mystery Series”…charming glimpse of Hollywood in the 1940’s. A relaxing read even with the murder and mayhem.” ~Tree House Reader, eBook Discovery Reviewer”…a gumshoe you’d like to spend time with… a sweet love story and a good mystery with a satisfying ending.” ~Pete Croisant, eBook Discovery ReviewerThe Detective Joe Ezell Mystery Series:Murder Me TwiceStairway to MurderMurder on IceMurder on StilettosAbout the Author:Phoebe Conn is a New York Times bestselling author with more than seven million copies of her books in print. She has written historical, contemporary, and futuristic books under her own name and the pseudonyms Cinnamon Burke and P. J. Conn. A native Californian, she holds degrees in Art History and Education, and her books have won Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Awards.
by Philip Eliot | May 12, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
The proud owners of the Triple Threat Investigation Agency – JJ, Rey, and Linda – have a new case. Who set ablaze two happening Chinatown art galleries, leaving charcoal-broiled corpses in the rubble?Any number of curious characters in the local art world could be responsible, including a haughty gallery owner with a questionable past, an art consultant who lives on the edge, and an aspiring manager with a dicey history.If the gals can figure out the “why”, they’ll have their “who”. But what was the driving force behind the crime?
by Philip Eliot | May 12, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
‘Witty and knowing.’ Diamond Dagger Award-winner Simon Brett OBEFive fiendishly twisty whodunnits. One sleepy seaside town. And a gang of sassy senior sleuths who like their mysteries as they like their tea: strong, complex and sweet enough without the sugar . . .Welcome to Southbourne: the charming little coastal town that has it all — golden sands, tea shops galore . . . and an alarmingly high body count!For Fiona, Daisy and Partial Sue — the trio of retired ladies who volunteer at Dogs Need Nice Homes charity shop — this place has always been a peaceful sanctuary. They won’t stand by and let it go to the dogs. (Though better the dogs than the cats.)When their favourite customer is murdered in cold blood, the ladies decide enough is enough. Sarah Brown was a harmless eighty-something who loved bingo and rummaging for bargains. Who on earth would want her dead?And so, the Charity Shop Detective Agency is born. Some may call them busybodies. But armed with sharp wits, sharper tongues, and an endless supply of tea and cake, this unlikely gang of sleuths are determined to uncover the truth — whether the police like it or not.Wherever the ladies go, trouble is sure to follow! Whether they’re shopping for suspiciously sweet treats or spectating at a dog show, dipping their toes into wild swimming or strolling by the beach huts. But if anyone can sniff out a killer — between solving jigsaws and scoffing lemon drizzle — it’s Fiona, Daisy, Partial Sue . . . and one very scruffy terrier named Simon Le Bon.Settle in with a cuppa — and prepare to binge five utterly delightful mysteries in one unbeatable-value box set!Fans of Richard Osman, Robert Thorogood, Janice Hallett, Simon Brett, Ian Moore and Sarah Yarwood-Lovett are sure to be enchanted from the first page to the final twist!**Over 10,000 5? reviews for the series!**READERS LOVE THE CHARITY SHOP DETECTIVE AGENCY:????? ‘Blooming marvellous . . . Fantastic for a winter’s afternoon at home with a cup of tea.’ Andrea B.????? ‘What can I say about The Charity Shop Detective Agency other than, fabulous?! Everything about this story from its narrative to character quirks was pure perfection.’ Alexandra????? ‘A fantastic read for fans of Richard Osman . . . wholeheartedly recommend.’ Reviewer696501????? ‘Incredibly charming! It’s the kind of book that makes me wish there was a sixth star . . . The dry wit, the dialogue and the characterization sparkles on the page.’ Kathleen????? ‘I was laughing and smiling whilst reading this book — it was like a hug in a book.’ Kimberley????? ‘A rather glorious cosy mystery with all of the right ingredients in all the right places.’ Reviewer266180????? ‘Delightful . . . The characters were very likeable and the storyline kept you guessing right till the end. If you like cozy mysteries then this book is for you and, with a cup of tea, you are in for a treat.’ Jane????? ‘Cosy crime at its best.’ Rachel A.
by Philip Eliot | May 12, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
PURCHASE THIS BOX SET AND SAVE $62!Download all13 epic novels in the Lily Harper Series from NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author, HP MALLORY, in one massive collection!Hell just got a lot hotter—and it has nothing to do with fire or brimstone and everything to do with an immortal Scottish Druid warrior…So, long story short, I died when I was hit by a truck full of chickens.Right, I literally got chick-filleted.But my soul took a detour it wasn’t supposed to—and now I’ve been yanked out of the great beyond and offered a second chance at life.The catch? I have to work for AfterLife Enterprises, a shady celestial corporation that made one teeny-tiny mistake back in Y2K—accidentally sending thousands of souls to the Underground City instead of Heaven.Guess who gets to retrieve them?Armed with a sword I can barely lift and an alcoholic, useless “guardian angel” named Bill, I’m now officially a soul retriever essentially navigating the circles of hell, but this hell goes by the name of The Underground City.And this is by far the worst job I’ve ever had.I would’ve been demon chow by day two… if not for Tallis Black (the immortal Scottish dude mentioned earlier).A brooding, Celtic warrior with a deadly past and a body carved by the gods themselves, Tallis is all sharp edges, burning glances, and that voice—deep and rough like molten steel. Guarded, unfriendly, and completely lethal, Tallis hates everyone–almost as much as he hates himself. He’s like the quintessential bad boy–everything I should run from.But when Tallis offers to guide me through the infernal chaos of the Underground City, I’m too desperate to say no.Now I’m stuck navigating hell with a man who growls more than he speaks and looks at me like he’s trying to decide whether to kiss me or kill me.Oh, and let’s not forget Alaire—the seductive, psychotic ruler of the Underground City. Alaire’s a man as deadly as he is evil, packaged as a handsome, successful businessman in a suit. And for some reason, Alaire’s got a thing for me–a thing that could cost me my life…The deeper Tallis, Bill and I go into the Underground City, the more I realize Tallis is hiding things—dangerous things. Secrets that could unravel everything I thought I knew about him, the afterlife… and myself.Somewhere between trying to dodge Alaire’s advances, learning how to use my sword, the soul-stealing demons, and the scorching tension between Tallis and me, I begin to wonder if the real danger isn’t surviving the Underground City… it’s falling for Tallis.Perfect for fans of spicy urban fantasy, brooding immortal heroes, laugh-out-loud banter, and reluctant heroines who find their strength in the darkest places.This series is your next must-read if you love: enemies to lovers, antiheroes with dark secrets, fated mates, forbidden love, found family, and Druid magic wrapped in a really sexy package.What’s Inside:BETTER OFF DEAD (Book 1)THE UNDERGROUND CITY (Book 2)TO HELL AND BACK (Book 3)PERSEPHONE (Book 4)THE BLADESMITH (Book 5)REBIRTH (Book 6)NO GOING BACK (Book 7)DEVIL IN DISGUISE (Book 8)MARK OF THE BEAST (Book 9)DAYLIGHT FADING (Book 10)LORDS OF ILLUSION (Book 11)FIRE DOWN BELOW (Book 12)THE FINAL BATTLE (Book 13)Click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE today!Check out my other boxed sets and $ave:The Witch, Warlock, and Vampire Box SetThe Midlife Spirits Box SetThe Lily Harper Box SetThe Dulcie O’Neil Box SetThe Happily Never After Box SetThe Shadow Guardians Box SetThe Midlife Mysteries Box SetThe HP Mallory Collective
by Philip Eliot | May 12, 2026 | General Nonfiction |
A San Antonio woman’s baffling disappearance leads police to suspect her husband of murder in this dramatic true crime exposé.Susan McFarland was a vivacious, successful mother of three young sons. On November 25, 2002, she disappeared. Three days later, her car was found, keys in the ignition. Later that day, her husband reported her missing—and a desperate search began.Her friends and family hoped against hope that Susan was not gone forever. But investigators became increasingly suspicious of Richard McFarland. When the charred, decomposed body of Susan McFarland was finally discovered at an overgrown farmstead outside of San Antonio, a new hunt began—for justice.McFarland maintained his innocence, and investigators only had circumstantial evidence against him. While headlines screamed out new details in the case, and police tried to gather more evidence, a blockbuster trial was about to begin. Then, Richard McFarland finally spoke . . . and a terrifying, chilling truth came out . . .
