by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | General Nonfiction |
A New York Times –bestselling author and former Los Angeles Times reporter chronicles the marriage between a Christian woman and an ex-con that ends in murder. When Carol Montecalvo began writing to a man in prison through a program at her church, she considered it her Christian duty. But the letters soon became her lifeline, something she actually looked forward to sending and receiving. She fell in love with the man behind the letters and just before Dan was released, they wed in the prison chapel. Their marriage lasted nine years, until the fateful night when Dan stoically called 911 to report his wife’s murder. With a half-million dollar insurance policy riding on his wife’s death, and a string of adulterous affairs in his past, Dan is the most obvious suspect. But is this former felon really guilty? Or could he actually be a grieving widower, in the wrong place at the wrong time? In this powerful true crime account of the gruesome murder and sensational trial that followed, New York Times –bestselling author Karen Kingsbury weaves an emotional story that leaves readers guessing until the final, harrowing conclusion.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
That guy standing in my ma’s kitchen in a designer suit isn’t my Nate. My Nate doesn’t exist anymore. That guy in there is just a frat boy in Nate’s skin.’ Evan and Nathan were inseparable, until one mistake severed their connection. Five years later, so much has changed when a tragedy brings Nathan back into Evan’s life. While Evan remains living in their old neighborhood, working to pay off his family’s debts, Nathan is the vice president of a prestigious fraternity and part of a top college tennis team. Nathan believes he can turn back the clock on their friendship. Evan can’t let go of the past. Broken and hurt by what he perceives as Nathan’s abandonment, Evan is hell bent on rejecting any hope of a second chance. First Serves and Second Chances takes place at an Ivy League college and the boardwalks of New Jersey. This is an estranged friends to lovers, second chance romance with lots of hurt/comfort, college tennis, fraternity life and spice.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | African-American & Black Interest |
One sister found the courage to leave, the other must find the courage to live… From the Caribbean to 1950s London, an epic story of finding home, Island Song is an atmospheric and lyrical debut of compelling storytelling, for fans of Louise Hare and Kristin Hannah. __________________________________ ‘Profound and moving’ Woman’s Own ‘Engrossing … An enjoyable debut’ Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City ‘ Inspirational … filled with emotion and vibrancy’ Heat ___________________________________ ‘We are born of fighters … slaves wanting to be free. Never let anyone take away the fire in your belly, my daughters…’ When their father dies, Agnes Deterville and her sister Ella must forge their own paths in life. Headstrong Agnes dreams of a new life far away. Cautious Ella fears the world beyond their small village in St Lucia. When Agnes departs for a new life in 1950s London, they are both confronted by heartbreak, loneliness, and tragedy. Separated by an ocean, but bound by love, can the sisters keep their island song singing in their hearts? *READERS LOVE ISLAND SONG * ‘ Inspiring and relatable … highly recommend!’ ????? ‘ Beautifully written, with deeply developed characters’ ????? ‘ Will resonate long after the final page ‘ ????? ‘ A compelling read … the depth of the characters’ strength shines throughout’ ????? ‘Insightful and inspirational’ ????? ‘ Captivating and emotional … a powerful reminder of an important chapter in history’ ????? ‘I loved the call of the island song !’ ????? ‘ Really loved this book ‘ ?????
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
Kill the monsters when they’re found. No matter who they used to be. The girl with secret feathers in her skin and strange bones jutting out beneath her clothes is resigned to her fate. Her deformities mark her a monster and the stories say monsters must die. When her family finds out and turns on her, a village boy saves her and leads her on a frantic escape. The girl believes her death has merely been delayed—until he mentions a cure. With the world against them and the monstrous change progressing, they must cross water, forest, and field to chase the rumor that fuels their desperate hope. But is hope enough to keep them going?
by Philip Eliot | Jan 15, 2026 | Fantasy |
We are the stories we tell ourselves…even the lies. The Thief, a great spirit, and her descendants have abused their ability to steal magic for centuries. When Kaylo starts to hear the song of other people’s magic, he must learn to hide from his people as well as the invaders. A gift or a curse, Kaylo may be able to save his people from the Gousht Empire that claimed their land with this stolen magic. Eighteen years later, Kaylo still prays to the spirits, but not out of loyalty or love. He knows better than to rely on those selfish bastards for anything. While hiding in the forest from his foolish acts of rebellion, he encounters a girl, Tayen, being pursued by two soldiers of the empire. Against his better judgment, he risks facing the consequences of his past to intervene. When Tayen attempts to run off seeking vengeance for her family, he offers to train her to wield her magic and a blade. If he can’t convince her to relinquish her need for vengeance and stave off the demons of his past, he’s going to get them both killed.
