by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
When a small town baker and a former NFL star pair up to fake date, all their pretend feelings become Almost Real.When my old high school crush—and the town’s reclusive baker—asks me to help her make friends, I say yes without a second thought. Sadie’s had her head in a ball of dough for as long as I can remember, but as an ex-NFL star, I collect friends like pennies.Keeping things platonic will be no sweat, despite how deep my feelings for her run. But then she asks me to help her get more than friends. She also wants to date—and she wants to practice with me.Against my better judgment, I’m in. I can’t say no to this woman. But when playing pretend starts to feel a little too real, I start to think agreeing to be Sadie’s fake boyfriend might be the most dangerous game I’ve ever played.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Erotic Romance |
Rules were made to be broken… I never should have looked twice at her, let alone touched.
She was my stepsister.
Forbidden in every way.
And yet I fell, and fell hard.
But nothing worth fighting for is simple and it’s going to turn our worlds upside down.
Our love isn’t easy.
It’s complicated, messy, and pushes all the boundaries.
But it’s ours … and despite the pain and heartache, it might just be worth it in the end.
Dear Reader,The Forbidden Trilogy is the first three books in my Forbidden series. It’s a steamy, emotional, and angst-filled contemporary new adult romance.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Historical Romance |
Meet the couple that launched the Beauvisage Family series!Dashing French pirate Jean-Philippe Beauvisage revels in a life of complete freedom…until the night at a ball in Georgian London, when a Russian beauty quietly steals his heart.Heartbroken Antonia Varyshkova, who has lost her parents and her home in a St. Petersburg fire, stops in London en route to a new life with her brother in Colonial America. When her arrogant ship’s captain, Tobias Ormond, insists that she attend a ball with him, Antonia reluctantly agrees.The instant connection between Jean-Philippe and Antonia is soul-deep, but it seems that there cannot be a future for them. She sails off to America and he returns to his corsair’s life at sea…until an ancient Roman sword which may be cursed forces Beauvisage to chase down the very ship carrying the woman he loves.Set sail on the high seas of 1749 and hold on tight for a love story you’ll never forget!STOLEN BY A PIRATE (originally titled Heart of Fragile Stars) is the novella-length prequel to RESCUED BY A ROGUE. Now with an All-new Epilogue!Rakes & Rebels: The Beauvisage Family:1 – STOLEN BY A PIRATE: a novella prequel to RESCUED BY A ROGUE (Jean-Philippe & Antonia)2 – RESCUED BY A ROGUE (originally titled CAROLINE) (Alec & Caro)3 – TOUCH THE SUN (Lion & Meagan)4 – SPRING FIRES (Nicholai & Lisette)5 – HER DANGEROUS VISCOUNT (Grey & Natalya)Rakes & Rebels: The Beauvisage Family intertwines with Rakes & Rebels: The Raveneau Family series:1 – SILVER STORM (André & Devon)2 – HER HUSBAND, THE RAKE: a novella sequel to SILVER STORM (André & Devon)3 – SMUGGLER’S MOON (Sebastian & Julia)4 – THE SECRET OF LOVE (Gabriel & Isabella)5 – SURRENDER THE STARS (Ryan & Lindsay)6 – HIS MAKE-BELIEVE BRIDE (Justin & Mouette)7 – HIS RECKLESS BARGAIN (Nathan & Adrienne)8 – TEMPEST (Adam & Cathy)”Cynthia Wright always delivers, book after book. If you are a tried and true fan already, you can’t wait for another new release. If you are new to her books….well, lucky, lucky you. Let the reading begin!!” ~ Elizabeth Clayton, Amazon reader
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Historical Romance |
“[Matthews’] books are classics and remind me of Georgette Heyer and Mary Balogh…simply wonderful.” —Jane Porter, New York Times bestselling authorAn Instant USA Today Bestseller!She Needed A Husband…It’s been three years since Laura Hayes’s father died, leaving her and her invalid brother to subsist on the income from the family’s failing perfume business. But time is swiftly running out. What she needs is a husband, and fast. A noble gentleman who can rescue them all from penury. When a mysterious stranger arrives in the village, he seems a perfect candidate. But Alex Archer is no hero. In fact, he just might be the opposite.He Wanted a Fortune…Alex has no tolerance for sentiment. He’s returned to England for one reason only: to find a wealthy wife. A country-bred heiress in Surrey seems the perfect target. But somewhere between the village railway station and the manor house his mercenary plan begins to unravel. And it’s all the fault of Laura Hayes–a lady as unsuitable as she is enchanting.From the beaches of Margate to the lavender fields of Provence, a grudging friendship slowly blossoms into something more. But when scandal threatens, can a man who has spent his entire life playing the villain, finally become a hero? Or will the lure of easy riches once again outweigh the demands of his heart?
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
New York Times–Bestselling Author: “A beautiful love letter to the power of female friendship . . . Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber and Nina George.” —Robyn Carr A rainy-day ritual—a tea party between three little girls—will shape the future of their friendship and their lives . . . Redheaded, curly-haired Zoe is openhearted, kind and free-spirited, and dreams of becoming a famous actor in New York City. Shy Emily struggles with mental health but has the heart and soul of a writer. And Shannon—tall, athletic, strong—has a deep sense of loyalty that will serve her well when she heads off to military college. As Zoe, Emily, and Shannon grow into women—forging careers, following dreams, and finding love—they’ll learn that life doesn’t always unfold the way they want it to, but through it all, the one constant is each other, and their regular tea parties. And when the unthinkable happens, the girls must come together to face the greatest test of all. “Exactly the kind of heart-wrenching, emotional story one has come to expect from Jodi Thomas.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of It’s Better This Way “The Little Teashop on Main is tender, heartfelt and wonderful . . . I loved every word.” —RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times–bestselling author of Summer at Lake Haven
