by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
A woman at her wit’s end discovers that a little attitude goes a long way in this small-town Southern romantic comedy.Marilee Abernathy’s life is a mess. Everyone in Chickpea, South Carolina, knows about her husband’s affair with the town floozy. Even her dignified farewell—complete with pearls and impeccably applied Mary Kay cosmetics—turns into to a spectacularly unsuccessful attempt to hang herself from a fake ceiling beam. Now Marilee figures there must be a better way to cope.All she needs is a new attitude—at least that’s what Marilee’s neighbor Sam Brewer thinks. Unfortunately, between his demanding mother and his crazy ex-wife, he’s in no position to help her find one. Even still, Marilee starts taking charge and taking chances she’d never imagined. And watching her blossom reminds Sam of some long-forgotten dreams of his own. Now he’s just got to convince her to turn some of that attitude his way . . .
Review “Chock-full of Southern charm and unforgettable characters.” — New York Times bestselling author Janet Evanovich
by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2026 | Science Fiction |
He’s a cop. He’s a robot. And he’s done trying to pass.In a city cracking under pressure between humans and synthetics, Detective Nick Schneider doesn’t wear skin—or play by anyone’s rules. When a senator’s daughter turns up dead with black-market synthetic limbs, Schneider and his grudge-bearing partner must navigate a maze of corruption, tech, and identity politics. What they uncover could start a war—or get them both killed.Gritty, fast, and darkly funny, Robot Detective delivers a future-noir punch for readers who crave tech-drenched mysteries, moral gray zones, and antiheroes who don’t flinch when the city burns.
Review “Nick Schneider is the most compelling detective since Deckard. It’s hard to imagine a more masterful blend of action and intellect. Highly recommended.” – Paul Griffin, award-winning author of Adrift, and Burning Blue”Robot Detective is the ultimate fusion of sci-fi and crime noir. With the relentless intensity of Terminator and the gritty realism of a police procedural this gripping novel redefines the genre, offering a fresh and exhilarating take on the classic detective story.” – Hardy Griffin, Managing Editor of Novel Slices”Schneider, the unapologetic synthetic detective, journeys through a dystopian future filled with prejudice and dark secrets that keeps you on the edge of your seat. This well-crafted mystery is like Raymond Chandler meets Philip K. Dick-a fusion of hard-boiled detective noir and speculative fiction.” – West Coast Arts”The detective story elements are spot-on and crafted with originality, flair, and heart. The plot is gripping, resulting in an entertaining reading experience. I’m looking forward to reading more books in this series.” – Brooke T.Loved the characters. Detective Schneider’s a badass who you can’t help but root for. I hope there’s a sequel. – Leigh E. Schaff
by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
An outrageous viral video. A secret sham marriage. The world’s most famous romance author. Will the truth burn Ellory Brayson’s career to the ground?Ellory Brayson is the bestselling romance author of all time. She wrote her first novel in her early twenties, met and married Prince Maximilian soon after, and is living proof that romance novels are not just fairy tales. But her perfect life hits rock bottom when she curses out a fan on live television after learning her husband of twenty years is having an affair. With the video of her public meltdown overtaking the internet, she flees New York City and returns to her sleepy hometown. Jupiter Cove is the perfect place to hide out while she writes her next novel. Or is it? If she goes home, she’ll have to face her past and the person she left behind.Desperate to repair her image and move past the controversy, she launches Ellory’s Editors, a social media campaign featuring her most devoted fans. But each woman is at a crossroads: one an overwhelmed mother of four, one a single mom who has given up on love, and one a stepmom struggling with parenting a teenager. After weeks of revisions and endless cups of coffee, the women band together for support. But just when Ellory gets her life together, her past catches up with her. Will her reign as romance’s queen bee end when she’s forced to confront the person she abandoned?With a hilarious nod to Bookstagram, BookTok, and romance readers who love hashtags such as #spicyromance, #fakedating, #romanceaddict, and #slowburn, Moms Who Read Romance Novels is equal parts contemporary fiction and romance. If you like stories about falling in love and the power of friendship, you will devour this book!ZIBBY AWARD WINNER: BEST BOOKS ABOUT FRIENDSHIP (Zibby Owens)”I’m super enjoying Moms Who Read Romance Novels. There’s a lot of fun insider jokes, especially if you love romance and the romance reader community like me.” –Jean Meltzer, bestselling author of The Matzah Ball.”Well drawn-out characters, second-chance romance, and multiple POVs give this novel lots of steam.” –Rochelle Weinstein, USA Today and Amazon bestselling author.
by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Foreign agents are on Gracie’s trail. A dead man has her picture in his pocket.And teenagers are ruining her life…It’s fall in River Grove, and the air smells like wood smoke, spiced lattes and fresh bread. Out-of-town customers flock to The Laughing Loaf, as local news recommends the bakery as a not-to-be-missed destination in the redwoods.After her maybe-boyfriend Nate takes off for a bird photography gig in the Galapagos Islands, Gracie chases a mysterious prowler from her front porch. The next day, a man in a green overcoat is found dead on the highway into town. The man has no ID, only a photo of Gracie in his pocket. Suddenly Police Chief Westerman is asking questions. The witness protection marshals monitoring Gracie and her father begin planning their relocation from River Grove—which may happen before Nate returns from his shoot.Gracie must take on another murder case–one that may cost her life, her bakery and the town she’s come to love. Laughing Loaf Bakery recipes included.
by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
All Raelyn wants to do is build boards for her surf shop and catch a wave or two on the weekends. But working in a small coastal town near a military base has her surrounded by hunky, flirty men from all over the world who are eager for surfing lessons with pretty girls.Her coworker, Selene, eagerly lures the men away to teach them out in the ocean. But when Selene takes a vacation to visit her mother in another state, Raelyn is left to fend for herself. A few of her friends stop by for their annual summer party. But before Raelyn can close up shop, she gets one last customer, Jax Coleson. He wants lessons and refuses to wait around for Selene to get back.Jax only has one week of R & R for the Fourth of July before he’s destined to leave the port, and he’s tired of his buddies telling him he doesn’t get out enough. They’ve talked about the surf shop, so he considered it a decent starting place. But he didn’t expect to meet Raelyn.He confesses he’s on a mission to spend the week experiencing everything he can before he has to leave. Raelyn, to his surprise, offers to be his guide…at the pressure of her friends. Together, they set out to make him some memories before he’s stuck on a ship again for another nine months. What they don’t expect is the care growing between them.Will they uncover a love that can span oceans? Or will their time together be simply a memory?A clean & wholesome small town holiday romance featuring military and Christian themes blended with Hawaiian and Southern California culture, light humor, and a happily ever after.DIY Divas Military Romance1 Surprise Valentine2 Playing with Fire3 Loving Lavender4 A Rush to Remember5 Dare Dating the Rebel6 Home to Her7 Life Began with You
