by Philip Eliot | Jul 19, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
The captivating prequel to the treasured Grantchester series follows the life, loves, and losses of young Sidney Chambers in postwar London.It is 1938, and eighteen-year-old Sidney Chambers is dancing the quickstep with Amanda Kendall at her brother Robert’s birthday party at the Caledonian Club. No one can believe, on this golden evening, that there could ever be another war. Returning to London seven years later, Sidney has gained a Military Cross and lost his best friend on the battlefields of Italy. The carefree youth that he and his friends were promised has been blown apart, just like the rest of the world–and Sidney, carrying a terrible, secret guilt, must decide what to do with the rest of his life. But he has heard a call: constant, though quiet, and growing ever more persistent. To the incredulity of his family and the derision of his friends–the irrepressible actor Freddie and the beautiful, vivacious Amanda–Sidney must now negotiate his path to God: the course of which, much like true love, never runs smooth. The Road to Grantchester will delight new and old fans alike and finally tell the touching, engaging, and surprising origin story of the Grantchester Mysteries’ beloved archdeacon.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 19, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
I always thought I’d marry for love… not because of a family tradition.As the eldest daughter, my life’s basically one long checklist of responsibilities—especially when it comes to making sure my younger sister gets her happily ever after. And apparently, that means I need to tie the knot first.Groan.I’m an engineer by day, a beauty blogger by night, and a problem-solver 24/7. But even I wasn’t prepared for the solution to my marriage problem to show up in the form of Hunter Payne—my tall, charming, and goofy coworker who just so happened to save me from the world’s most awkward date.Out of the kindness of his heart, he offers to marry me. For three months only. Just until the family pressure eases up. Totally platonic, totally practical.Until it’s not.Because three seconds into our union, a surprise kiss makes some very inconvenient emotions rise to the surface.How am I going to survive this marriage without falling for the one guy I promised I wouldn’t catch feelings for?
by Philip Eliot | Jul 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
When sixteen-year-old Hannah Sheraton is arrested for the murder of her stepgrandfather, the chief justice of the California Supreme court, her distraught mother turns to her old college roommate, Josie Baylor-Bates, for help. Josie, once a hot-shot criminal defense attorney, left the fast track behind for a small practice in Hermosa Beach, California. But Hannah Sheraton intrigues her and, when the girl is charged as an adult, Josie cannot turn her back. But the deeper she digs the more Josie realizes that politics, the law and family relationships create a combustible and dangerous situation. When the horrible truth is uncovered it can save Hannah Sheraton or destroy them both.”This story was inspired by a case my husband handled. As a superior court judge he had to sentence a minor to life in prison. It made me wonder how I felt about minors arrested for violent crimes. Are they most vulnerable among us – capable or horrible violence, perceived as adults and yet emotionally still children?” Rebecca Forster “An enthralling read, with colorful, well-developed characters and the unique atmosphere of the California beach communities.” Nancy Taylor Rosenberg”Blending complex psychological character portraits with spot-on accurage courtroom drmaa, Forster’s riveting legal thriller keeps the plot twists coming until the last, satisfying page.” – Alafair Burke
by Philip Eliot | Jul 19, 2026 | Humor & Entertainment |
‘Hugely relatable!’ Heat________________________________Fans of Alexandra Potter and Marian Keyes will love Divorced Not Dead, a no-holds-barred, heartfelt and laugh-out-loud hilarious romcom about being fifty, but absolutely not yet dead yet!–––––––––––––––We’re going to need a bigger drink…Meet Frankie: fifty, divorced and getting back on the horse.After leaving Twatface – her husband of twenty years – she’s starting again from scratch. And when her son also flees the nest for university, Frankie decides it’s time to throw herself back into the dating game with a vengeance.On best friend Bel’s recommendation, Frankie signs up to two dating apps: one for love, another for casual hook-ups (because why the hell not?!).However, as she navigates this new frontier of catfishing, kittenfishing, ghosts, GILFs and everything in between, she realises the whole dating thing has changed quite a bit – and it really is a bloody jungle out there…Will Frankie find love on the apps? Or the perfect shag?Or – if there’s any justice in the world – both?––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––-’Honest, unfiltered, hilarious. Your cheeks will hurt from laughing so much!’ Louise Pentland‘A blast!’ Daily Mail’Defiantly funny – we need more books like this!’ Georgie Hall‘Sex education was never like this the first time around!’ Julie Ma‘Personal, funny, relatable and motivational!’ Shazia Mirza‘A no-holds-barred, honest romcom.’ Platinum‘Hugely relatable!’ Heat‘An unfiltered, hilarious book… highly recommend!’ Best’Funny, frank and loving… Enjoy!’ Lesley Sharp‘Whipsmart, feminist and sex-positive…I defy anyone to read this without loudly cackling’ Kitty Wilson‘Sweary, sassy and sensational, this is a book that surprises as well as entertains!’ Linda’s Book Bag–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––-Readers LOVE Divorced Not Dead!‘Absolutely raced through this irreverently funny, clever and thoughtful book. A whip smart novel with a clever heroine!’ ?????‘Better than Sex and the City! I loved it and you will too!’ ?????‘Made me laugh more than any book I have ever read!’ ?????‘A heartwarming and relatable romance novel that celebrates second chances’ ?????‘A fabulous, funny five-star read for me!’ ?????‘It felt like I was listening to my best friend telling me tales of her dating experience.’ ?????‘Ford has perfectly captured the online dating world – warts and all!’ ?????‘It’s so empowering!’ ?????‘The storyline is excellent!’ ?????‘Definitely a book to read before you sign up for any dating apps!’ ?????
by Philip Eliot | Jul 19, 2026 | Historical Romance |
A pregnant widow finds love and romance on a wagon train with a man who should be her sworn enemy.New Year, new family!Heading west, pregnant widow Jenna Borland’s life surely can’t get any more complicated—until fate throws Lee Carver across her path. She resents his help, but she needs him to drive her wagon over the Great Plains.Lee can’t fathom why this prickly woman gets under his skin. But as the journey brings these two outsiders together, he wonders if Jenna and her baby could be just what he needs to begin a new life with a brand-new family!
