by Philip Eliot | Aug 1, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
Author’s Note: this book was previously published in 2014 under the title Genesis: Beginnings in Harte’s Peak.A wounded man finds redemption with the help of a single mom and a rescue dog…Haunted by a tragedy, former U.S. Marshal, Jack seeks comfort in a small town in the Sierra Mountains, taking on the role of a deputy sheriff. But peace remains elusive as nightmares of his devastating loss follow him across the country.When Jack moves next door to single mom Maggie and her troubled teenage daughter, he finds unexpected companionship. As he navigates the complexities of his new life, an enigmatic rescue dog becomes a catalyst for his healing.Sparks fly between Jack and Maggie, and their connection deepens, offering him hope for a fresh start. Yet, shadows of Jack’s past threaten to shatter the fragile peace he’s found, testing his resolve to protect those he’s grown to care for.In this story of redemption, love, and the power of second chances, Jack finds strength in the bonds he forms and discovers that sometimes, salvation comes from the most unexpected places.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 1, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
What will freedom cost her?Enslaved in an Ancient World of Money and Power, Tessa Dares to Find Love.Raised as a courtesan to wealthy and powerful men, Tessa of Delos serves at the whim of the corrupt politician, Glaucus, on the opulent isle of Rhodes.But when Glaucus meets a violent death, Tessa sees a glimmer of hope for escape.Forsaken by the gods and her mother, she has locked away her heart and surrendered her dreams of freedom and love.But now, with the possibility of escape within her reach, Tessa must navigate a dangerous web of deception and political intrigue to break free.As she learns to trust Nikos, a servant sent to uncover the truth about the new leader of Rhodes, Tessa must also confront her own demons and find the courage to love again.But with conspiracy, betrayal and catastrophic events threatening to change the course of history, what will Tessa’s freedom ultimately cost her?PRAISE FOR ISLE OF SHADOWS:“One of the most beautifully written books I’ve ever encountered. The prose is amazing, the story is riveting, and the characters are complex. I was absolutely and completely satisfied with every aspect of this story, which is rare for me. I am now a HUGE Tracy Higley fan.”—RONIE KENDIG, AUTHOR OF THE DISCARDED HEROES SERIES“Fast-paced adventure, fascinating characters and insights in to the culture, politics and people of this ancient world make this book a unique and unmissable read.”—REL MOLLET, RELZREVIEWZ.COM“Higley’s talent as a storyteller is obvious as she weaves the threads of Tessa’s salvation into a story that both inspires and entertains.”—CURLEDUPWITHGOODBOOK.COM“This is such a unique historical novel that it really sets itself apart from all others. Higley’s portrait of day-to-day life in the ancient world drew me in and her strong heroine kept me reading.”—JILL HART, THESUSPENSEZONE.COM“Blending suspense, romance, political intrigue, and a healthy dose of drama, Higley brings the struggles, class differences, and pagan culture of ancient Greece to vivid life . . . Strong characterization combined with rich historical detail have won this book a home on my shelves of keepers”—JENNIFER BOGART, TITLETRAKK.COM
by Philip Eliot | Aug 1, 2025 | General Nonfiction |
Studying plant intelligence reveals “humans may have been misunderstanding plants, and ourselves, for all of history”—for fans of The Hidden Life of Trees (Paris Review).“A compelling story of discovery . . . It will change the way you see the world.” —Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of Braiding Sweetgrass In this “phytobiography”—a collection of stories written in partnership with a plant—research scientist Monica Gagliano shares genuine first-hand accounts from her research into plant communication and cognition. By transcending the view of plants as the objects of scientific materialism, Gagliano encourages us to rethink plants as people—beings with subjectivity, consciousness, and volition, and hence having the capacity for their own perspectives and voices. The book draws on up-close-and-personal encounters with the plants themselves, as well as plant shamans, indigenous elders, and mystics from around the world and integrates these experiences with an incredible research journey and the groundbreaking scientific discoveries that emerged from it. Gagliano has published numerous peer-reviewed scientific papers on how plants have a Pavlov-like response to stimuli and can learn, remember, and communicate to neighboring plants. She has pioneered the brand-new research field of plant bioacoustics, for the first time experimentally demonstrating that plants emit their own ‘voices’ and, moreover, detect and respond to the sounds of their environments. By demonstrating experimentally that learning is not the exclusive province of animals, Gagliano has re-ignited the discourse on plant subjectivity and ethical and legal standing. This is the story of how she made those discoveries and how the plants helped her along the way.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 1, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
This epic saga spanning a century and three generations of a Jewish family is Ray Kingfisher’s most original and ambitious novel to date.Three Tales from Vienna follows the fortunes of the Rosenthal family through the eyes of three sisters: the prim but compassionate Alicia, the confident social butterfly that is Giselle, and the studious baby of the family, Klara. But this is more than a tale of three ordinary Jewish sisters; this is also three tales of one great city, of how the changes brought about by union with Hitler’s Germany would prove to have a devastating effect on the character of Vienna as well as the Rosenthal family.Tale One – Calm Waters, Ordinary Lives – is set before the union with Germany, when the three sisters enjoy a typical carefree existence, each searching for love and fulfilment in her own individual manner, each doing her best to ignore the looming cloud of their country’s aggressive neighbor.Covering Vienna’s most tumultuous years, Tale Two – A Bitter North Wind – sees the sisters’ lives torn apart by the brutal National Socialist regime, forcing each of them to deal with persecution in strikingly different ways.In the post-war setting of Tale Three – Salvage and Legacy – each sister must pick up the pieces of a life all but destroyed. Alicia, Giselle, and Klara are torn between honoring their parents and beloved brother, Hugo, or carving out a future where their own offspring are shielded from the effects of the persecution they lived through. But can family ties survive the memories of their ordeals? And do children of survivors inherit some of the pain and suffering their parents endured?
by Philip Eliot | Aug 1, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Magic, Mystery, and a Love ForbiddenWhen January Kingsley awakens her hidden witch powers, her world flips upside down. Sent on a perilous mission, she crosses paths with Ozias Covaci, a vampire with a deep thirst for power and a vendetta that’s lasted centuries. But everything changes when Ozias tastes January’s bewitching blood. Suddenly, they’re caught in a whirlwind of desire and danger, as a dark force seeks to rip them apart. Ozias is torn – will he choose vengeance for his sister, or protect the witch who’s stolen his heart? Step into ‘The Kingsley Witches’ for a journey filled with hidden secrets, stunning twists, and a love that defies all odds.Acclaim for Shadow Bound:* “A heady fusion of sorcery, intrigue, and sensuality!” – James Johnson* “A riveting universe of witches, vampires, and latent powers!” – Christine Rosalez* “An enthralling chronicle of love, retribution, and family bonds!” – Tammy NPlunge into the clandestine realm of The Kingsley Witches. The full trilogy is available now, to be devoured in this order:? Shadow Bound? Soul Bound? Fae BoundIncludes an excerpt from Sorcha Dawn’s next book, Soul Bound.
