by Philip Eliot | Aug 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Second book in the Posadas County Mystery Series”Havill delivers an evocative tale of hard lives on the edge of society. His portly detective is a genuine low-key pleasure.”—Publishers WeeklyWhen Undersheriff Bill Gastner heads to New Mexico’s mountains for some respite, the last thing he expects to find is a dead body. But he’s a cop through-and-through, and he can’t let a criminal walk…Aging Posadas County Undersheriff Bill Gastner has weathered his quadruple bypass and is taking a rare vacation up in New Mexico’s northern mountains. He’s escaping meddlesome medical providers and small town gossip, but he’s looking forward to reconnecting with his former detective Estelle Reyes who is working in San Estevan County. Arriving a day early at the Steamboat Rock Campground, his camping plans are interrupted by sirens. Suddenly, Gastner, Reyes, and her new doctor husband reunite over the body of a pregnant young woman.At first the detectives assume she was a hit-and-run victim. Then the medical exam reveals she was instead thrown from a moving vehicle after a rape attempt. Gastner’s curiosity is piqued but he’s on vacation—he should leave the case up to local law enforcement. Then four more deaths follow and the still-to-be-reckoned-with lawman steps in to stop the rash of murders….He’s not in Posadas County, but Undersheriff Bill Gastner can’t ignore an unsolved case when a body turns up in the New Mexico mountains. Steven F. Havill’s next police procedural finds the aging undersheriff taking on a disturbing case far from home.Check out the acclaimed series:Perfect for fans of C.J. Box and Michael McGarrityFor readers who enjoy police procedurals and Southwest desert mysteries
by Philip Eliot | Aug 19, 2026 | Parenting & Family |
Liliana has a big heart, a busy brain, and energy that just won’t quit, which makes life a little tricky sometimes. But everything changes when she meets Bella, a bouncy puppy who seems to understand her like no one else can.
When Bella disappears, Liliana fears she’s lost her forever. Can their special bond bring them back together?
This heartwarming, kid-friendly story is perfect for children ages 4–8 navigating big feelings—and for the grown-ups who support them.
Themes include:
- ADHD and childhood anxiety
- Animal friendship and pet adoption
- Empathy, resilience, and emotional growth
- Hope, connection, and second chances
Why readers love it:
A relatable main character full of personality and heart
Gentle, playful storytelling that encourages empathy
A perfect read-aloud for classrooms, bedtime, or therapy settings
Ideal for families considering adopting a pet or supporting a child with ADHD
If your child loves animals, heartfelt stories, and feeling understood—Liliana’s Match: Finding Bella will become a favorite on your bookshelf.
Liliana’s Match won the Outstanding Creator Award for Best Fall and Winter 2025. It also won first place for three categories: books about disabilities, educational / reference book, and motivational and inspirational.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 19, 2026 | Health, Fitness & Self-Help |
“The pre-retirement planning guide every Gen X woman needs to read!”
There’s so much more to retirement planning than saving lots of money.
That’s because the assets you really need to thrive – good health, great friends, a passion project, and a spirit of thrift – aren’t measured in dollars. They’re measured in joy. And the only way to get them is by investing your TIME.
In Live Well Anyway, you’ll learn the exact steps to:
Start envisioning a Third Act that aligns with your preferences, your needs, and your financial situation (this is not your parents’ retirement!);
Develop a habit of movement that will help you remain healthy and mobile for decades;
Deepen and strengthen your social network to avoid loneliness;
Reduce your risk of dementia and stay sharp;
Cultivate a positive attitude to improve wellbeing and life expectancy;
Identify a passion project that will help make your Third Act truly meaningful;
Build a vibrant, sustainable lifestyle that fits with your budget; and
Develop essential food habits and kitchen skills that promote good physical and cognitive health, minimize your grocery bill, and preserve the pleasures of eating.
Part lifestyle treatise, part motivational text, and part how-to manual, Live Well Anyway is a pre-retirement planning guide for anyone who’d like to significantly improve the quality of their retirement years, without increasing their income.
For unbeatable ROI, invest in yourself! Start planning for a healthy, happy retirement you’ll be excited to wake up to.
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by Philip Eliot | Aug 19, 2026 | Business, Money & Jobs |
“The pre-retirement planning guide every Gen X woman needs to read!”
There’s so much more to retirement planning than saving lots of money.
That’s because the assets you really need to thrive – good health, great friends, a passion project, and a spirit of thrift – aren’t measured in dollars. They’re measured in joy. And the only way to get them is by investing your TIME.
In Live Well Anyway, you’ll learn the exact steps to:
Start envisioning a Third Act that aligns with your preferences, your needs, and your financial situation (this is not your parents’ retirement!);
Develop a habit of movement that will help you remain healthy and mobile for decades;
Deepen and strengthen your social network to avoid loneliness;
Reduce your risk of dementia and stay sharp;
Cultivate a positive attitude to improve wellbeing and life expectancy;
Identify a passion project that will help make your Third Act truly meaningful;
Build a vibrant, sustainable lifestyle that fits with your budget; and
Develop essential food habits and kitchen skills that promote good physical and cognitive health, minimize your grocery bill, and preserve the pleasures of eating.
Part lifestyle treatise, part motivational text, and part how-to manual, Live Well Anyway is a pre-retirement planning guide for anyone who’d like to significantly improve the quality of their retirement years, without increasing their income.
For unbeatable ROI, invest in yourself! Start planning for a healthy, happy retirement you’ll be excited to wake up to.
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by Philip Eliot | Aug 18, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
No more distractions. No more mistakes. Stay far away from the shifters. All Elise Wilson wants to do this summer is spend her days isolated in the northern Minnesota wilderness, focusing on her graduate research of the local plant life. She’s given up on making friends and instead wants to prove herself as a serious researcher.But then a disastrous one-night stand lands her trapped in the woods with a mysterious group of people who call themselves wolf shifters. People who seem a bit more…animal than human but who might just be the friends she’s needed all along.Suddenly Elise finds herself caught up in the shifter’s world – locked behind magical wards as the pack competes in a hunting competition. She’s trying to think of nothing but completing her research, especially when she discovers a mysterious rot in the woods, but she can’t seem to stay away from the shifters. Specifically the pack’s alpha, Everett Silas, whose desire to heal the forest he calls home makes him as irresistible to Elise as the woods themselves.As her study of the forest rot unleashes some deadly secrets within Everett’s pack, Elise finds herself more entangled within his world than she ever thought possible.Entangled in the Woods is the first book in a debut paranormal romance series, featuring shifters, found family, slow-burn romance, and a love of plants. There is adult content; see author’s website for a full list of content warnings. Please note that this book ends on a cliffhanger, which will be resolved in the second book. Perfect for fans of Heather Guerre and Juliette Cross!
