by Philip Eliot | Jul 7, 2026 | Historical Romance |
2025 Readers’ Favorite Honorable Mention in the Fiction – Mystery – Historical genreSome secrets are worth stealing. Some hearts are harder to escape.Lady Elsbeth Caldwell has long suspected that her stepfather is hiding something far more sinister behind his polished façade. Determined to uncover the truth, she embarks on an investigation that leads her to take desperate measures, including robbing a passing coach under the cover of night. Unfortunately, the coach belongs to Niles Drayton, Earl of Westcott—a man with a sharp tongue, a sharper wit, and a maddening ability to remain amused in even the most scandalous circumstances.Niles has no patience for matchmaking schemes, particularly those orchestrated by his well-meaning aunt. But when he’s introduced to the opinionated and undeniably intriguing Lady Elsbeth, he is determined to keep her as far away from his sister—and himself—as possible.As threats begin to close in around Elsbeth, Niles is pulled deeper into her world. What begins as a reluctant association soon becomes an uneasy alliance, and then something far more dangerous: a fragile, undeniable connection. When long-buried secrets come to light and the true extent of the deception surrounding Elsbeth is revealed, the two must trust each other if they hope to survive.Because this time, it isn’t just Elsbeth’s heart at risk—it’s her life.As the first novel in the series by author Laura Beers, An Improbable Scheme starts the Courting the Unconventional series. This is a light-hearted, clean and wholesome romance set in the Regency era. All books in this series have their own Happily-Ever-After and are best enjoyed in proper order.Other series by Laura Beers include The Beckett Files, Regency Brides: A Promise of Love, Proper Regency Matchmakers, Regency Spies & Secrets, Gentlemen of London, Lords & Ladies of Mayfair and The Lockwood Family.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Next Gen Indie Gold Award Winner, 2026IBPA Silver Award Winner, 2026What if everything you believed about yourself was totally wrong?For David Byrdsong, life is a series of daily obligations. An attorney, he lacks both ambition and the ability to commit to a long-term relationship with his girlfriend, Gayle. Abandoned by his family at an airport when he was eleven, he learned to blunt his feelings, despite his subsequent adoption by a loving couple.Until one day, when David discovers his own face in a missing child ad. Suddenly driven to uncover the truth about his past, he is forced to tap into his inner strength as he encounters corporate conspiracies, murdered bystanders, and distressing suspicions about the only family he’s ever really trusted. David enlists Gayle’s help—and the help of an unlikely stranger with secrets of his own—as he attempts to find his true family, whoever they are.Thrilling, exploratory, and propulsive, Have You Seen Him is a story of lost identity, dangerous secrets, and a deeply personal pursuit of the truth.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 7, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
She’s looking for change. I’m looking for my next score.I’m the guy fathers warn their daughters about.Trouble.Even when I’m trying to escape it, it finds me.The sinfully beautiful new girl in town is after a summer fling.If she knew I robbed banks in my spare time, she might run the other way.As she should, if she knew what was good for her.But lucky for me, she’s only focused on one thing.Our budding love affair.It’s a distraction I can’t afford. Life hasn’t ever been easy for me, but I make it bend to my will.Just like I’d like to make this new woman do.Best part of it all? She ends up with my baby.Worst part? She keeps it a secret. But us thieves have a way of finding these out.Looks like we might be up for more than just hot summer lovin’.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 7, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
She’s trapped with a monster… until a more dangerous one claims her.
Michelle hides bruises behind a perfect smile, praying her abusive boyfriend won’t go too far—until one brutal night changes everything. When her powerful boss, Kelan, steps in, he doesn’t just save her… he reveals a terrifying secret.
Kelan isn’t human.
He’s a dragon warrior from another world, sent to Earth on a mission that could decide the fate of two planets. Protecting
Michelle wasn’t part of the plan—but now she’s his.
And he’ll burn the world before he lets anyone hurt her again.
Each book in this series is a standalone romance, but for the best experience, it’s recommended to read them in order.
Warning: Adults Only
by Philip Eliot | Jul 6, 2026 | Dark Romance |
My fresh start is finally around the corner—but so is the man standing in the middle of the f*cking road.He could’ve died when I hit him, and his two friends are downright furious. But instead of pressing charges, they offer me a deal: work for them for six months, and they’ll let it go.Their secluded mountain estate is vast and beautiful. Full of stolen artifacts and dark secrets.Atticus, Elijah, and Seven might be equally alluring, but they’re also damaged and dangerous—driven by a thirst for revenge they say I can help satisfy.Only now that they have me, they don’t seem to want to let me go. And it’s not one-sided.Before long, their vengeance becomes my own, and I begin to understand that even if helping them claims my life, it’s too late to turn back now.I can’t guard a heart they’ve already stolen.White Rose Painted Red is a dark romance full of kindle-melting chemistry and possessive, damaged men who will do whatever it takes to get the revenge they crave and keep the girl they never meant to fall for.*This book contains themes and scenes that may be disturbing to some readers.Tropes:Psycho golden retrieverWho hurt you?Forced proximityDamaged heroesBadass FMCFound family’F*ck it’
