by Philip Eliot | Jul 1, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
A Child Lost. A Secret Buried. A Trial That Changes Everything.When a pregnant woman is brutally attacked and left in a coma, a terrified town demands justice. Police arrest the last person seen with her—a nonverbal special-needs man caught at the scene—and the public is ready to see him sentenced to death.Prosecutor Lori Franks is determined to win the case.But as the trial explodes into a national media firestorm, a routine DNA test uncovers a devastating secret: Lori’s own child was switched at birth.Suddenly, the woman seeking justice in the courtroom finds herself fighting for custody of the daughter she never knew was hers…the child she once believed she didn’t want.Defense attorney Danial Solomon has spent years running from his past. Now he’s defending a man the entire town has already condemned. As he digs deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption, deception, and hidden motives far more sinister than anyone imagined.And the closer he gets to the truth, the more dangerous the case becomes.With a man’s life hanging in the balance, Lori and Danial are forced to confront not only a broken justice system—but their own guilt, failures, and need for redemption.Because in a trial built on lies, the truth could destroy them all.A Trial of Innocents is a gripping legal thriller filled with shocking twists, layered characters, courtroom tension, and powerful emotional stakes. Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Robert Whitlow, and stories where suspense, faith, and redemption collide.Already a #1 Amazon Bestseller.????? “Wonderful and riveting—Grisham with a Christian twist!”????? “I read this book in one sitting! Perfectly woven storylines and a powerful message.”????? “Just wow! A perfectly balanced mix of thrill and spirituality. I couldn’t put it down.”????? “Courtroom drama at its best. Swiger writes rich, complex characters and real faith.”????? “Outstanding. Twists, surprises, and spiritual insight. Add this author to your must-read list.”
by Philip Eliot | Jul 1, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Fear grips her as the heavy footsteps echo along the isolated trail path. She thought she was alone in the woods, but as a hand reaches out from the darkness to cover her mouth, she knows that nobody will hear her scream…When Jan Pierce is reported missing, Sheriff Jenna Alton and her deputy David Kane rush to the forest surrounding Black Rock Falls. Jenna’s heart breaks when she sees Jan’s body at the bottom of a ravine. But it’s the purplish bruising in the shape of a boot on her back that tells Jenna it was no accident. Somebody killed her.As Jenna investigates Jan’s last movements, she learns that Jan joined a self-defense class and told her closest friends that she thought someone had followed her home one night. Was someone watching her every move, waiting for the right moment to strike?Then another woman from the same group, Sierra Lang, is reported missing. When Jenna finds Sierra at home, her lifeless body submerged in bathwater amid clear signs of a struggle, she is certain there is a serial killer in town. With no sign of forced entry, Jenna believes Sierra knew the killer and let him in. Could it be someone known to the whole group, someone they thought was a friend?As Jenna looks into both women’s lives, her heart races when the trail leads to someone she knows very well—someone she trusts. As a member of her own team comes under fire, Jenna is shocked to her core and desperate to get answers. Could the killer be closer than Jenna ever imagined, and can she uncover the truth before another young woman’s life is taken?Perfect for fans of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliot and Mary Stone, this absolutely addictive serial killer thriller from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author D.K. Hood will have you hooked from the start!**Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone**What readers are saying about Look Behind You:“Epic page-turner from the amazing queen of crime D.K. Hood!!!… OMG!!! LOVE, LOVE, loved this… had me hooked from the first page… This has got to be one of the best storylines I have ever read!!!… absolutely LOVED… LOVE this amazing author!!!… This is an absolutely unputdownable page-turner… you will not be able to put it down!!… absolutely addictive, heart-racing and unputdownable.” bookwormwhitlock86“I’ve been holding my breath since I picked this book up… I resented the time needed to eat/sleep/work as I was desperate to finish it… D.K. Hood is the gift that keeps giving… a breathtaking chase… a gripping, heart-stopping story.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars“Look out!!!!!!!… thrilling, gripping, addictive… a page-turner from the very beginning… hard to put down!” Openbook Posts, 5 stars“I absolutely love this.” bookloversanonuk, 5 stars“Amazing… I regularly feel the urge to look over my shoulder even though I’m just sitting safely at home… a wholehearted WOW in capital letters.” B for bookreview, 5 stars“I read this book in one day… you can’t put it down!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I fall into it headfirst without coming up for air. I was completely engrossed… I adore this… I was holding my breath.” escapetobooks1503, 5 stars“Stunningly good!… It’s amazing… a gripping, intense read.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I love this… gripping… the pages flew past with a fast-paced, action-packed storyline.” Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars“Hooked from page one… gripping and unmissable.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars“Love this!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
by Philip Eliot | Jul 1, 2026 | Fantasy |
We’ve all heard God’s side of the story—but Satan has a story too.Heaven has been modernized. Angels carry iPhones. God is taking antidepressants and seeing a therapist in London. The Devil lives in the East Bay, serves coffee to university students, and flies kites at the Berkeley Marina. A retelling of the fall of Satan from the point of view of the Prince of Darkness himself, Satan’s Diary follows Lucifer from ancient Mesopotamia to twenty-first-century America in his quest to understand the human race.Lucifer is God’s attempt at perfection. But Lucifer betrays God to live among the mortals on Earth, making enemies of God and God’s many followers. Lucifer is just like you and me, looking for love in all the wrong places and trying to eke out a living on a quickly evolving planet. But when Lucifer falls head over heels for a mortal girl amid the seventeenth-century witch trial madness, he must risk everything for a shot at true love. Instead of bolting, as he has been doing for thousands of years, he must stay and face his true nature.This irreverent retelling of a well-known tale will find an eager audience among readers who enjoy a witty story of love and loss across the ages—great for fans of The Song of Achilles, Interview with the Vampire, and Outlander.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 1, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
Aiden thinks he can stroll back into my life like he owns the place. Ha! Think again, detective. Think. Again.He says he’s met the woman of his dreams. Spoiler alert. It’s me. But back in high school? I wasn’t even a blip on his radar. And now? The man doesn’t even remember me. Way to make a girl feel special.Too bad for me, Aiden is stubborn. He swears he’s sticking around until I give him a chance. Unfortunately, my body didn’t get the memo – because it’s ready to invite him to a clothing-optional ‘let bygones be bygones’ party.But here’s the real kicker – Pops, my overprotective, opinionated father, actually likes him. Since when does he play matchmaker?Oh, and did I mention there’s a criminal lurking in the shadows, and I might be in their crosshairs?Yeah, romance isn’t exactly on my to-do list. But Aiden isn’t just here to win my heart – he might be the only thing standing between me and danger.Pops always says Love will OUT. But first, Aiden’s going to have to prove he’s the hero I need.This romantic comedy with a smidge of suspense features a kickass PI with a chip the size of a Green Bay Packer on her shoulder, a sexy detective she claims to hate but really wants to tie to a bed and see what happens, a best friend who defines the word klutzy, and a makeshift family of former Army buddies who think telling dirty jokes is a sign of love.A Hero for Hailey is a standalone book in the Love will OUT romantic comedy series.Series complete!A Hero for Hailey – Hailey and Aiden’s storyA Protector for Phoebe – Phoebe and Ryker’s storyA Soldier for Suzie – Suzie and Grayson’s storyA Fox for Faith – Faith and Max’s storyA Christmas for Chrissie – Chrissie and Wally’s storyA Valentine for Valerie – Valerie and Barney’s storyA Love for Lexi – Lexi and Lenny’s story
by Philip Eliot | Jul 1, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
She’s got a list to finish. He’s got a song to escape. Neither planned on falling in love this Christmas.Stella Sparks has no time for love—not when her 30 Before 30 list is calling and her new job depends on reviving rockstar Rhys James’s image before he headlines Winter Lights Live.The trouble? Rhys isn’t interested in playing America’s perfect popstar anymore, especially when his label insists he sing the cheesy Christmas hit he’s grown to hate. And Stella, who once had his poster taped to her teenage bedroom wall, is no longer swooning—she’s determined to keep things professional.But when a snowstorm strands them in Stella’s hometown, Rhys discovers small-town magic, a chance to write his own story, and the one woman who sees him for who he really is. Too bad falling for him could cost Stella the career she’s fought for.A witty, cozy holiday romcom with banter, small-town charm, and swoony slow-burn romance—Fa-La La-La Land is perfect for fans of Jenny Proctor, Melissa Ferguson, and Katherine Center’s sweet romances.
