by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
WANTED: Nanny who will put up with an infuriatingly grumpy Irish billionaire. If you throw Declan Bryne out of a plane at 40,000 feet, would he fly?That’s the question I ask myself after he told me that it’d be “grand” if I could stop talking.I can’t help it. I’m a nervous flyer.But that should’ve been my sign to hit EJECT!Because this hate-hate relationship is doomed to fail.He’s a total grump.He obviously doesn’t like me.He’s too distractingly gorgeous to be around for any length of time.And he’s made it clear that as soon as he can find another nanny, I’m gone.But this Minnesotan girl is made of tough stuff. I know I can make it through one Irish summer with one sexy Irish curmudgeon.At least I thought I could, until he became that much harder to resist.The more I work for Declan the more I, unfortunately, realize the truth…Declan hides an actual, beating heart behind his stormy, gruff demeanor.The way he is around his adorable niece, Catie, is Hallmark-worthy.And that accent.That suave Irish brogue makes my insides melt.The cardinal rule of being a nanny is to not get involved with the family.To maintain a professional distance.Kissing Declan would definitely cross that line.Sleeping with him?Put me in nanny jail and throw away the key.But some rules are meant to be kept.Others are meant to be shattered.Get this novel-length enemies-to-lovers bosshole romance crammed with LOL banter, a slow-burn build, lovable side characters and a truly earned Happily Ever After. Can be read as a standalone or for character cameos and easter eggs, read as part of the Glenhaven series.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
The Art of Love is awakening to things you never knew about yourself with someone you thought was just a friend….Nick Turner has always been the big, shy, silent type. He’s always let his metalwork and blacksmithing skills speak for him. But now, as a widower with two small children to raise in the midst of the eccentric Hawthorne family and a sculpture that needs completing to make the deadline for a national competition, he knows he’s in over his head.Thank God for Baxter Hawthorne dropping into his life…Bax Hawthorne is the black sheep of his family. He’s an accountant in a sea of artists. But that doesn’t mean he’s not just as free-spirited and ambitious as his kin. The one thing he never thought he’d be, however, was a father. But when he’s thrown into proximity with Nick and ends up helping to take care of his kids in a pinch, all that might change.Nick could have sworn he was straight, but the closer he gets to Bax, the more he questions that. Could one night of sparks between them end up forging a bond that brings the whole family together?Forged is a low-angst, single father, bi-awakening, friends-to-lovers story filled with heart…and a lot of meddling by the eccentric Hawthorne family. Look for a cameo by The Brotherhood as well!
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Cooking & Drinks |
Caitlin Shoemaker—vegan and health-world influencer and creator of the blog From My Bowl—shares plant-based recipes that maximize health and flavor and fit into any budget. The laid-back kitchen magic of Caitlin’s simple, flavorful recipes, Simply Delicious Vegan proves that unprocessed, plant-based food doesn’t have to be expensive, complicated, or boring—and even better, it can make you feel (and look) your absolute best. Complete with personal tips for creating a glowingly healthy and happier life, this book offers 100 recipes that check every box and fit easily into real life. Gluten-free, oil-free, and refined sugar–free, Simply Delicious Vegan will help you feel energized and centered. Includes Color Photographs
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
This is an evil and twisted novel that has you racing towards the end. A definite must-read. If you only read one thriller this year, make it this one….’When a dog walker stumbles upon a dismembered limb in Delamere Forest, the city of Liverpool is thrust into a nightmare. As Detective Chief Inspector Olivia Mann spearheads the investigation, her team uncovers a series of grotesque murders, each echoing the tragic stories of vulnerable young women: runaways from the care system and workers lost in the city’s red-light district. As the body count rises, the detectives discover unsettling symbols carved into the flesh of each victim, suggesting a methodical, ritualistic killer who is targeting society’s most marginalised.Adding to the chaos, Liverpool reels from the shocking stabbings of three teenagers on a school bus—an incident linked to rampant drug-related violence and a growing knife crime epidemic. As pressure mounts from the media and the community demands justice, Olivia finds herself caught in a perilous balancing act. The clock is ticking, and resources are stretched thin.With each new victim, the investigation deepens—leading Olivia into the dark underbelly of Liverpool’s criminal world, where she must confront a powerful OCG whose empire may be interwoven with the killer’s sinister agenda. As the threads of both cases intertwine, Olivia’s resolve is tested. She must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and fear, racing against time to unmask a predator before more lives are lost.In Zodiac, secrets are buried deep, and the truth is more chilling than anyone could imagine. Olivia must confront her demons and the darkness that lurks in the forest and within the very fabric of the society she vows to protect.????? One of the best thrillers I’ve read..If you like gripping and violent, this will enthrall you.????? Outstanding!????? A powerful and gritty read, not for the faint-hearted.????? Jones is at the top of this genre. Zodiac is unmissable.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2025 | African-American & Black Interest |
Dying sucks. She’s done it twice. Three times is not a charm!Gwen Carter is pissed.After gaining a second magical disability, the last thing she needs is a summons to her hometown of freaking Hoodoo, Texas. After accepting an inheritance too complicated to refuse, it goes from bad to oh crap when she witnesses a horrifying murder by black magic.As Gwen climbs higher on the suspect list, she’s terrified that she has yet to break the family curse.Will Gwen be able to prove that the current murders are connected to the one that drove her from her beloved home in shame, or will she lose not only her life but the family legacy?Return to Hoodoo is the hilarious first book of the Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, a paranormal women’s fiction series. If you like a dash of romance with your bawdy broads and nutty friends and family, then you’ll love Reggi Dupree’s captivating supernatural thriller.It’s never too late to embrace your magic. Buy Return to Hoodoo today.
