by Philip Eliot | Nov 22, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Curl up with the BRAND NEW cosy page-turner from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Jessica Redland ?? Must-read for fans of Heidi Swain, Sarah Morgan and Phillipa Ashley!’A gorgeous wintery tale about the kind of love that’s meant to be, and the kind of books that leave a heart-shaped stamp on the soul.’ #1 bestseller Shari Low ??????????It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Bay Books, and a new love story is being written in the stars… ?Nestled amongst the comforting shelves of her beloved Bay Books, Lily Appleton finds the peace and quiet she needs. But with Christmas just around the corner, Lily has to find an extra pair of hands to help her share the bookish magic.After selling his business, Lars Jóhannsson is feeling lost. A job at Bay Books would give him the space he needs to contemplate his next move, but returning would mean confronting a painful past he’s been avoiding. He’s also fairly sure he’s the one person Lily would never want to see again.Lily is torn. Lars could be the perfect fit for Bay Books, but he once rejected her friendship and the hurt still lingers. But working together, Lily discovers a vulnerability that Lars has kept hidden away, along with a few surprising secrets. And as the Christmas season sprinkles its magic, Lily discovers the warmth of renewed friendship and the joy of heartwarming traditions from Lars’s Icelandic roots.Surrounded by the quiet magic of the season and the soft glow of festive lights, perhaps there’s even the possibility of finding a love as enchanting as the Northern Lights on a winter’s night.Readers LOVE Jessica Redland’s heartwarming tales:’Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart’ Bestselling author, Nicola May‘A wonderfully heartwarming story about love, second chances and family. The perfect book to read this Christmas!’ Bestselling author, Sarah Hope’I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns’ Bestselling author, Heidi Swain’There is so much to make you smile in Jessica’s stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.’ Bestselling author, Jo Bartlett‘An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects.’ Sarah Bennett’A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.’ Samantha Tonge’A warm hug of a book. I never wanted to leave Hedgehog Hollow. Very highly recommended.’ Della Galton’Redland takes you on a heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love. I absolutely adored it.’ Jenni Keer’I fell in love with this story from page one.’ Helen Rolfe’A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.’ Beth Moran’A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside.’ Julie Caplin’A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location… Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous, beautifully written story.’ Katie Ginger * ’I enjoyed a wonderful escape to the Lake District in this tale of loss, love and rediscovery.’ *Gillian Harvey
by Philip Eliot | Nov 22, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
She needs health insurance. He needs a wedding date.Two problems, one solution: she’ll pretend to be his girlfriend in exchange for legally marrying her.Rapidly approaching age twenty-six, chronically ill Hannah Reilly doesn’t have a lot of options. She’ll be forced off her parents’ insurance on her birthday, and having Lupus and Sjogren’s means she needs top tier healthcare. While her freelancing job offers flexibility and a creative outlet, it comes at a steep price: no benefits. She’s not sure she can afford an insurance plan that’s not tied to a job on top of the prices of medication, rent, and more.All hope seems lost until Caleb O’Connor–her old high school friend and the boy next door–returns to town and comes up with a plan that’s so outrageous, it just might work. Having sworn off love and marriage, Caleb has no problem getting married in name only in order to add Hannah to his insurance plan, and he’s willing to do just about anything to get his family off his back about finding a partner–even pretending he has one.Their convoluted deal ends up working out well…maybe a little too well. Lines are crossed. Edges are blurred. Being forced to act like a couple arouses actual feelings, but figuring out what’s real and what’s not is no simple task. Can Hannah and Caleb detangle the layers of lies and deception that threaten to hurt not only them, but their loved ones as well? Or will it turn out their love is as fake as the rest of their agreement?This book contains strong language and sexual content. The following topics are mentioned in some capacity: chronic illnesses (specifically Sjogren’s and Lupus), cancer, SIDS, loss of a sibling, loss of a child, infidelity (in the past, not one of the main characters).
by Philip Eliot | Nov 22, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Welcome to Maple Bay, a small town with heaps of heart—where family dinner is a must, and someone will always leave the light on for you. A romance series enjoyed by fans of Debbie Macomber, Jenny Hale, and Susan Mallery.A single mom. A country star. A deal that changes everything.Skyler Ridge, the famous country music star, is a fake. At least that’s what the tabloids say—that he doesn’t have a country bone in his body. Running from a scandal and the relentless paparazzi, Skyler lands in the small town of Maple Bay where he buys a failing coffee shop. He wants peace, quiet, and the chance to reinvent himself. Instead, he gets a cowgirl-barista with a surly attitude. But even though Myra drives him crazy, he can’t deny the fire she lights in him—a spark he hasn’t felt in years.Single-mother Myra is edging on forty and has no room for a man in her life. She barely has room to breathe. But when she can’t save her coffee shop from foreclosure, the most irritatingly handsome celebrity forces himself into her life. And she wants him out. Now. So when Skyler’s agent presents Myra with a deal to gain her coffee shop back, she jumps at the chance.The catch? Myra must turn Skyler into a real cowboy and save his country music career—before his label drops him.But as Myra and Skyler are forced to spend time together, their broken hearts start to heal. Can they overcome rocky pasts to find a happily-ever-after? Or is their love song destined to end on a sour note?A sweet enemies-to-lovers romance full of hope, redemption, and how following your heart will always lead you home.? ? ?? BONUS: Includes a sweet, scrumptious recipe for Chocolate Pie.Each book in the Maple Bay Series is set in the same small town with a guaranteed happily ever after. Each can be read as a standalone romance novel.Rescued in Maple BayStarting Over in Maple BaySecond Chance in Maple BayCountry Stars in Maple BayMatched in Maple Bay
by Philip Eliot | Nov 22, 2025 | Action & Adventure |
The video was everywhere – a viral sensation sweeping across social media.A golden retriever puppy in Bilbao, Spain. It was placed on a series of different rugs, its fur shifting in real time to match the colors and even the intricate patterns woven into the fabric. The internet was in a frenzy, with hundreds of thousands of comments debating whether it was an elaborate hoax, a genetic anomaly, or something else entirely.But Sam Reilly knew the truth the moment he saw it.This wasn’t a trick.Caliburn, his dog, shared the same genetic trait.The golden retriever was an engineered chimera infused with human and octopus DNA. He was originally designed as a classified military experiment rooted in the legendary craftsmanship of the blacksmith Merlin, who designed King Arthur’s greatest weapons – Excalibur and Caliburn.If the puppy was real, then so too was the danger that followed it.The hunt for Caliburn’s offspring leads Sam into the depths of a forgotten cave – where he stumbles upon an antique Basque Astrolabe that shouldn’t exist. The discovery sets off a chain reaction, dragging Sam into a deadly conflict with a Secret Society that has been protecting a hidden truth since the Lewis and Clark expedition of 1804. Meriwether Lewis was murdered to keep the secret buried.The question remains, can Sam work out what to do with the truth, before it gets him killed too?
by Philip Eliot | Nov 22, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
A spate of brutal murders threatens the newfound happiness of “one of the most credible and engaging heroes in contemporary crime fiction” (Ian Rankin).Tom Thorne finally has it all.In Nicola Tanner and Phil Hendricks, Thorne has good friends by his side. His love life is newly reformed by a promising relationship and he is happy in the job he has devoted his life to.As he sets off hunting the woman responsible for a series of grisly murders, Thorne has no way of knowing that he will be plunged into a nightmare from which he may never wake. A nightmare that has a name. Thorne’s past threatens to catch up with him and a ruinous secret is about to be revealed. If he wants to save himself and his friends, he will have to do the unthinkable.Tom Thorne finally has a lot to lose.Praise for the Tom Thorne series”Morse, Rebus, and now Thorne. The next superstar detective is already with us—don’t miss him.” —Lee Child”Billingham is a world-class writer and Tom Thorne is a wonderful creation. Rush to read these books.” —Karin Slaughter”With each of his books, Mark Billingham gets better and better. These are stories and characters you don’t want to leave.” —Michael Connelly “Mark Billingham has brought a rare and welcome blend of humanity, dimension, and excitement to the genre.” —George Pelecanos”A fantastic thriller, combining a gripping plot and lead characters of remarkable depth . . . Readers who grab this one but aren’t familiar with its predecessors will be seeking them out. A series to savor.” —Booklist (starred review)
