by Philip Eliot | Nov 25, 2025 | Mystery |
Twelve festive mysteries for your Christmas wish list… Roger Riccard, having published two previous Sherlock Holmes novels, The Case of the Poisoned Lilly and The Case of the Twain Papers, has again taken pen in hand to bring forth a series of twelve short stories from the Christmas seasons of Holmes’ career. From a case endangering Queen Victoria to his old arch-nemesis Moriarty, follow Sherlock as he encounters the most unfathomable mysteries, all portrayed with Riccard’s trademark style and immersive historical detail. Just who did shoot Sir James Piersall at the stroke of midnight? And can Holmes and Watson prevent an assassination at Christmas Eve dinner – without knowing which of the royal guests is the intended target?
Brimming with wit, intrigue and mystery, Sherlock enthusiasts will be transfixed and delighted by this collection.
Praise for Roger Riccard: “Roger Riccard is an extremely good pastiche writer. Personally, I think the best since the late Val Andrews passed over Reichenbach” – Joel Senter, publisher of the Sherlockian E-Times Roger Riccard is an American author. Having graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and History from California State University, his career spans teaching, journalism and business writing. Inspired by his British ancestry, he took an interest in the works of Arthur Conan Doyle from an early age, later writing Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Poisioned Lilly and Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Twain Papers. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Rosilyn.
by Philip Eliot | Nov 25, 2025 | Historical Romance |
In 2022, Bill, Paul, and Annie Carpenter are seniors with broken bodies and broken dreams. Then the single, childless siblings learn that a legendary fountain of youth in Mexico may be more than a myth.Within weeks, the Carpenters enter a mysterious cave and exit in 1905 as healthy young adults. They begin a fantastic journey in the age of the San Francisco earthquake, the Titanic, and World War I.In THE FOUNTAIN, ANNIE’S APPLE, and DUTIES AND DREAMS, the novels of John A. Heldt’s SECOND CHANCE trilogy, three old souls find love, danger, and adventure as they experience the most pivotal events of the early twentieth century.
by Philip Eliot | Nov 25, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
In this beautifully repackaged trade paperback reissue from Joanne Fluke’s New York Times bestselling Hannah Swensen Mysteries, everyone in Lake Eden, Minnesota, may have their doubts, but at long last, Hannah is getting married! Hannah is thrilled to be marrying Ross Barton, her college crush. And her excitement only grows when she learns he’ll be able to join her on her trip to New York City for the Food Channel’s dessert chef contest. They get a taste of the Big Apple before Hannah wins the Hometown Challenge and the producers bring all the contestants to Lake Eden to tape the remainder of the show. It’s nerve-wracking enough being judged by Alain Duquesne, a celebrity chef with a nasty reputation. But it’s even more chilling to find him stabbed to death in the Lake Eden Inn’s walk-in cooler—before he’s even had a chance to taste Hannah’s Butterscotch Sugar Cookies! Now Hannah has not only lost her advantage, she’ll have to solve a mystery with more layers than a five-tiered wedding cake…
by Philip Eliot | Nov 25, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Yuki Yamimoto has a problem with billionaires. If only she wasn’t stuck in a luxury resort with one billionaire in particular!Yuki agrees to be her friend Sinead’s bridesmaid at her second wedding in a heartbeat. She’s a flight attendant and used to jetting around the world, but staying at a luxury resort in Thailand for Sinead and Gabriel’s renewal of vows sounds amazing – like a mini vacation. The only problem is Declan Moriarty.Years ago, Yuki and Declan shared a mind-blowing one-night stand and a few weeks of bliss, and then nothing. Nada. Was it all a dream? Or a nightmare? Because he cheated on her with his ex-fiancée and Yuki left before he could break her heart. Declan was Yuki’s big fish, the one who got away. An Irish IT geek and billionaire built like a pro rugby player with bonus soulful blue eyes and dark wavy hair.Yuki has a sinking feeling Declan will also be at the resort for the wedding celebration. Declan is a good friend of Gabriel’s after all. But she won’t have to hang out with him, surely? Yuki doesn’t believe in second chances anymore. Besides, Yuki’s just been dumped and humiliated and all she wants is rest and relaxation on this layover.Declan no longer believes in love. In fact, he’s probably cursed. Yuki isn’t the only woman who ran from him or broke his heart. When he sees Yuki at the airport, he can’t take his eyes off her. She’s as gorgeous as ever. Maybe his luck is changing. Another fling might be just what fate has in mind!A feel good, second chance romcom novella with steamy scenes. And a monkey. This book is #2 in the Girl on a Plane series by Cassandra O’Leary. in the Girl on a Plane series: #0.5 – Girl Under The Christmas Tree – prequel novella, just one night could turn into more . . . and many Santas!#1 – Girl on a Plane – award-winning debut novel, forced proximity, grumpy meets sunshine in mid-air!#1.5 – Girl on a Babymoon – marriage in trouble novella with all the steam!#2 – Girl on a Layover – second chance romance, destination wedding in Thailand, bonus monkey!#2.5 – Girl in the Snow – forced proximity Christmas novella with a snowy lodge and only one sofa!#3 – Girl on an Island – friends to lovers, forced proximity, brother’s best friend . . . Pre-order now!
by Philip Eliot | Nov 25, 2025 | Fantasy |
In a world where dreams and nightmares are monitored by the government, nothing seems sacred anymore. Each year, thousands of sixteen year olds are forced to face the worst of their recurring dreams. If they survive, they are promoted to adult status. Once you’re an adult you get to get a job, get married and only have your dreams monitored on a rotation schedule. This year, I face my nightmares. I’m not sure what’s scarier, the thought of my nightmares becoming real or that I might not survive.
