by Philip Eliot | Oct 21, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
Welcome to the chilling, hair-raising world of Sarah Rayne, the master of British contemporary gothic horror with this standalone modern horror novel – perfect for fans of eerie and skin-crawling reads with supernatural elements!“Rayne spins eerie yarns within yarns like a latter-day Isak Dinesen or Wilkie Collins” KIRKUS REVIEWS“Equal parts Daphne du Maurier, Josephine Tey and Ruth Rendell . . . Rayne possesses superb story-telling skills” US MYSTERY GUILD“Highly enjoyable mainstream horror fare from a genre veteran” BOOKLIST“Rayne writes with panache and imagination” KIRKUS REVIEWS“Rayne is a fine writer, a sure-handed plotter and skillful character builder” BOOKLIST“Colorful characters and a mastery of slow-burning suspense” KIRKUS REVIEWS“Rayne perfects the craft of deftly chosen details, simmering suspense and chilling surprises” KIRKUS REVIEWS_______________________ A young woman is drawn back to her roots – and her terrifying heritage as a descendant of the notorious Blood Countess, Elizabeth Báthory – in this spellbinding vampire novel, as vicious as the Dracula myth.The descendants of Elizabeth Báthory, a bloodthirsty Hungarian countess who terrorized the Carpathian countryside in the 16th century and murdered hundreds of women, are determined that her line shall not die. Only Catherine, a paternal descendant, has tried to escape the horrible legacy that she has grown up fearing and detesting.Eventually, Catherine enters a convent, hoping to find the peace she has long desired. But when she meets journalist Michael Devlin, she is drawn back to the ancient castle in the Carpathian Mountains.For Michael, who is haunted by the last thing he saw before losing his sight, is determined to discover the truth about the line of the infamous Elizabeth Báthory – the lady that history named the Blood Countess.Fans of BRAM STOKER’s Dracula, ANNE RICE’s Interview with the Vampire and SHERIDAN LE FANU’s Carmilla will want to dive into the dark and creepy world of Sarah Rayne’s Blood Ritual. READERS ARE HOOKED ON BLOOD RITUAL:“A superior example of the vampire genre . . . A pleasure from start to finish” Time Out“King and Koontz have nothing on this writer – She is AWESOME!” L.C. Russell, 5* Amazon review“Sarah Rayne is a great storyteller” P. Wilber, 5* Amazon reviewMORE STUNNING SARAH RAYNE HORROR STANDALONES:1. The Devil’s Piper2. The Burning Altar3. Thorn4. Changeling5. Wildwood
by Philip Eliot | Oct 21, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
“The Meadows is a ‘keep the lights on and hide under the covers’ thriller that will have readers turning pages late into the night.” -InD’Tale MagazineSinger-songwriter Scarlett DeHaven is seeking a fresh start in the Shenandoah Valley, leaving behind a troubled past of drug addiction and rehab. But when she purchases an abandoned house with a dark history, she discovers that the horrors of the past are not easily forgotten. As she tries to transform the house into a luxury bed and breakfast, Scarlett experiences terrifying visions and hears haunting voices. Cryptic warnings from strangers and the discovery of a tunnel used for a local cult’s rituals only intensify her fear. As violent spirits target Scarlett, she must fight back against an unknown and terrifying force.From the author of Wildfell comes a gripping supernatural thriller that blurs the lines between reality and nightmare. The Meadows will make readers believe that anything is possible and that no one is safe from the monsters that lurk within.Winner of the Gold Medal 2020 Independent Publishers Award for Horror.
by Philip Eliot | Oct 21, 2025 | Fantasy |
A whimsical historical fantasy packed with wit and romance. If you like Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, The Night Circus, or A Darker Shade of Magic, you’ll love The Crimson Inkwell.“Powerful, thought-provoking. . . . Fans of R.F. Kuang’s Babel will find much to admire here, from the intricate magic system to the unflinching exploration of societal issues.”—BooklistLuella Winthrop would give just about anything to win the Golden Inkwell. Her editor turned fiance has reminded her that such dreams are foolish for a woman of her situation. But she can’t help it. Winning the city’s top literary award would change everything–her life, her sister’s life, and perhaps even the need to marry such a sensible match.When she meets a handsome detective who claims to have seen a phantom, she ignores her fiance’s wishes and starts investigating. Before long, she’s ducking in and out of constabularies and living the adventurous professional life that would make her late father proud.But it doesn’t take long to discover the magic that set her on a new path might drag her down dark byroads as well. Desperate for success, she turns to curious people for help and experiments with forces far beyond her understanding.What Luella doesn’t realize is that she’s gambling with more than her own fate. She’s swept up in a scandal that is bound to break the hearts and minds of those she loves. And what’s worse–she’s in too much trouble to get help.Dive into this new fantasy world littered with gaslamps, cobblestones, and dark magic. Get your copy of the first book in the Luella Winthrop trilogy today, and start a journey readers are calling “imaginative and adventurous.” “I will not spoil the twists that this book takes you on, but I will just say it was a very fun and surprising read. It managed to take one of those tropes I find so infuriating and turn it into several fantastic moments in the story. If you enjoy Dr. Who style whimsy or enjoyed reading, ‘The Night Circus’ by Erin Morgenstern, I think you will adore, ‘The Crimson Inkwell.'” – Jeanette Andromeda, HorrorMade”A magical fanfare of a woman who knows her mind and sparkling romance, The Crimson Inkwell is a modern, gothic Victorian delight.” – Charlotte Zang, Reedsy”The Crimson Inkwell is a delightful Victorian-style story that has all the dash of Sherlock Holmes and the wit and mystery of Wilkie Collins.” – Justine K. Barr
by Philip Eliot | Oct 21, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
When a prosecutor is threatened by dangerous criminals, she finds refuge with the Texas Ranger she never stopped loving in this romantic suspense novel. When district attorney Tory Carson returns home after a long day in court prosecuting a gang leader, she finds her house trashed. Concerned that the vandalism is connected to the trial, the local police chief calls the Texas Rangers . . . and her former love Cade Morgan responds. Tory’s history with Cade—and the secret they share—makes her reluctant to let him back into her life. But Tory doesn’t want to choose between bringing down a gang leader and protecting her teenage daughter. As the case continues and the threat escalates, the safest place for Tory and her daughter is at Cade’s ranch. But can Cade protect them long enough for Tory to bring the criminal to justice?
by Philip Eliot | Oct 21, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
A man finds redemption and love when he guards the life of a beautiful single mom in this inspirational romantic suspense.Former parole officer Mick Hudson blames himself for the death of Keeley Stevens’s sister. If he hadn’t paroled a criminal, she might still be alive. When he hears that the suspected killer has been spotted in Keeley’s hometown, he worries she might be the next victim. Keeley doesn’t want to take help from the man who could have prevented her sister’s death, but she has more than herself to worry about. She’ll do anything it takes to protect her family. And Mick will risk his life to make sure that the past does not repeat itself.
