by Philip Eliot | Sep 10, 2026 | Science Fiction |
The Earth as we know it is about to end.Technology has developed to the point where a person can be placed in a Sleep State: a cross between suspended animation and a drug-induced coma.Just as the trial of the new technology is being completed, an unusual comet is discovered approaching Earth, bringing with it radiation that will wipe out all life on the planet. Soon after, the government builds a sleeper facility to save humankind from extinction, taking drastic steps to maintain secrecy of the project.But when the sleepers awaken, they discover that something has gone terribly wrong… and that the strange world around them is not the one they fell asleep in.Praise:????? – “Refreshingly original.”????? – “Just a couple of pages in and I was hooked. Great storytelling, interesting characters. A wonderful book.”????? -“An exciting adventure. I hope for more books like this.”
by Philip Eliot | Sep 10, 2026 | Fantasy |
Inspired by real-life events, The Unexpected Afterlife of Salon Rose is equal parts thrilling murder mystery and bittersweet coming of age story.College hopeful Salon Rose arrives to the Nowhere in Between, a way-station between life and death, only to learn she’s been murdered.Returning to the life she had before is not an option, but before Salon can move on, she is determined to discover who was responsible for her death.With the help of her new friends––all recently deceased-–and maybe even a fresh crush, Salon must learn to let go if she has any hope of getting out of there. Even if it means confronting some hard to swallow truths.A darkly funny, touching, suspenseful, and relatable story about moving on, forgiving ourselves, and finding hope in the future.“Salon Rose, with her wry and utterly relatable voice, pops off the page, as Amy B. Scher takes us on a gorgeous, layered journey that has us biting our nails wondering Who killed Salon? even as we’re also asking What does it mean to truly understand and love oneself? If the afterlife is anything like the playful, inventive, and profound vision presented in this stunning debut, maybe we’re all going to be okay.”- Lance Rubin, NYTimes best-selling author of 16 Forever and Denton Little’s Deathdate”The UNEXPECTED AFTERLIFE OF SALON ROSE will have you hooked from page one. It’s got everything: murder, mystery, new friends, new romance, not to mention one of the funniest voices I’ve read in ages. Who knew a book about death could be so hilarious and full of heart? This debut is not to be missed!” – Donna Freitas, internationally bestselling author of The Nine Lives of Rose Napolitano and Her One Regret“A gripping mystery about what comes next. Told with true heart, this incredible novel covers love, death, and everything in between. I couldn’t put it down!”- Kiersten Hathcock, author of Little Voices, Cold Case Intuitive Medium, and Co-founder of the National Institute for Law and Justice“An accurate portrayal of what happens behind the yellow tape … and to those left behind. Like looking into a mirror on my own cases. A must-read.” – Detective Mark Pucci, Retired NYPD, Private Investigator
by Philip Eliot | Sep 10, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
?????‘A cracking, beautifully written mystery, with a new, fantastically entertaining, accidental PI. This book had me laughing out loud as well as desperately turning the pages. Highly recommended.’ JO SPAIN?????‘I thoroughly enjoyed it – it had me smiling at the humour and cheering Arthur on. A great, entertaining read.’ PATRICIA GIBNEY A dark and humorous tale of murder, a spoiled wedding and an almost love affair.Before dawn on a cold, miserably wet Irish morning, Arthur Cummins arrives absurdly early for his wedding to rich girl, Hilary Fenton. He virtually breaks into the church to get out of the rain and falls over a murdered corpse in the apse.Arthur is desperate for the wedding to go ahead. He has borrowed money from the sinister Gizzard Man and is counting on a large cash wedding gift from Hilary’s daddy to clear the debt. But a body in the body of the church is certain to end the happy day before it begins.Arthur makes a spur-of-the-moment decision and hides the body in the basement, to be discovered some time in the future.Then everything spirals rapidly downwards, and Arthur finds himself the main suspect for the murder. And developing an unbefitting crush on investigating detective Francine Bluett only complicates matters.Enlisting the help of his offbeat friend Tom Farrington, and his now ex-fiancée Hilary, Arthur unwittingly wades deeper into a world of violence and betrayal.
by Philip Eliot | Sep 10, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Divorce lawyers on opposing sides stir up trouble after crossing the line between friends and lovers—in this classic romance by a New York Times–bestselling author.”When you care to read the very best, the name of Barbara Delinsky should come immediately to mind.” —Rave ReviewsIt was a mistake. Faith Barry isn’t the type of woman to sleep around. She is a responsible, professional lawyer who doesn’t get drunk and certainly doesn’t sleep with friends—especially not Sawyer Bell, her best friend and colleague. But after too much champagne, they crossed the line between friends and lovers in one hot night . . .While the ever-charming Sawyer is eager to take things to the next level with Faith, she’s not so sure they’re compatible for a real relationship. It certainly doesn’t help that they are now representing opposing sides of a nasty divorce case. Following her heart now could only lead to disaster . . .Originally published in 1990.
by Philip Eliot | Sep 10, 2026 | Dark Romance |
Do you like your mafia men utterly obsessed with the FMC, completely unhinged in the best way, but adorably endearing? Meet Santino Buccini.Rome belongs to him and now, so do I.One mistaken encounter sends Arianna Caruso’s organised life into chaos, igniting a passion she never knew she craved. His dark gaze, seductive words, and addictive touch left her walking on cloud nine. An unforgettable experience with a hot stranger she never intended to see again.But desire doesn’t play by a rule book, and neither does Santino Buccini.Rome’s ruthless mafia ruler takes what he wants, and Aria is the temptation he’s been waiting for. Filthy rich, dangerously sexy, and utterly corrupt, Santino is both admired and feared.When her father, the beloved Mayor of Rome, declares war on the mafia, Aria becomes the perfect target. To keep her protected, he arranged a marriage to a powerful ally. But her wedding day is interrupted, and the one man she was ordered to forget claims her as his.Not as his enemy, not as his prey, but as his wife.Now bound to Santino Buccini, the most dangerous man in Rome, Aria should hate him. She should fear him. Instead, in his arms, she finds safety. In his bed, ruin. And in his darkness, a passion she cannot fight.But their union sparks a war neither is prepared for. Torn between loyalty, family and forbidden love, Aria must choose… though Santino may burn Rome to the ground before he ever lets her go.This is book four in the addictive Temptation Series, but can be read as a standalone.
