by Philip Eliot | Mar 21, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Not even the Italian Mafia could break their vows of love.
An explosion in New York City rocks Valentina Mancini’s world, killing her beloved husband, Emilio Armani, her parents, and the rest of her family. Unsure if this is a mafia vendetta, she must assume a new identity and flee New York to protect herself. Grief tears apart her world. How can she go on without Emilio? Where will she go and how will she survive? How will she reconcile her family motto of “Duty, honor, family” with a new life after her family’s murders?
Inside family documents, she discovers an old villa on the coast near Palermo, Sicily, that belonged to her great-great grandmother. Valentina assumes the identity of Gia Benedetti and claims her property on the island of Sicily. Gradually, with the help of newfound family members, Gia reclaims her life. As she refurbishes a magical Italian villa, she discovers unimaginable treasures of building a new life, and rediscovers love in an unexpected way.
A heartfelt HEA story of undying love, romance, passion, and grief. An Italian Mafia romance with secret identities. Alpha male, grieving and discovering a found family when you need them the most.
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by Philip Eliot | Mar 20, 2026 | Christian Nonfiction |
Glorious Freedom Comes with Real ForgivenessIt is impossible to go through this life without being wounded or wronged. But how do you move on when someone has hurt you deeply? How do you escape the prison of unforgiveness?In The Power of Forgiveness, author Harold Vaughan unpacks the dynamics of forgiveness, revealing practical strategies for overcoming offense and the wonderful qualities we cultivate when we choose to bless those who hurt us.The Power of Forgiveness will teach you:What forgiveness is and what it is not.How to change your thoughts and emotions when you’ve been hurt.The relationship between justice and forgiveness.Practical steps for dealing with bitterness in your own heart.How to cleanse your conscience and ask for forgiveness.How pride and forgiveness are related.Workable guidelines for reconciliation.Don’t spend another day in bondage to offense or bitterness. Today is the day to embrace the glorious freedom that comes with real forgiveness!
by Philip Eliot | Mar 20, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
To save the man she loves, she must become everything she fears.Yorkshire, 1936. On a small railway platform where spring cherry blossoms scent the air, widow Evie Armstrong helps her father run Levisham Station, finding purpose in the daily rhythms of railway life. Childless and having long ago given up hope of a family of her own, her heart unexpectedly stirs when she finds herself drawn to a mysterious regular she knows only as “the Southerner.” But as Hitler’s shadow looms over Europe, their blossoming romance is cut short when her charming suitor Roger is arrested as a German spy.Refusing to believe the accusations, Evie makes an extraordinary choice: she’ll go to Germany as a British spy herself, using her position as Roger’s naive wife to gather intelligence on Hitler’s plans for war. But in the beer halls of Munich and grand Bavarian estates, where every glance could expose her and every friendship could be a betrayal, Evie discovers that in a world of deception, love might be the deadliest weapon of all.Perfect for readers of Kate Quinn, Kristin Hannah and Rhys Bowen, The Spy’s Wife is an emotionally gripping story of one woman’s courage to risk everything for both her country and her heart.Readers love The Spy’s Wife:‘I savoured every word in this beautifully written story… it captivated and enthralled me from page one, there were times when my heart was in my stomach…This story flows with emotion, danger and suspense and I was left crying bucket loads, this is one book that I think is a must read for anyone who loves historical fiction.’ Reader review, ?????‘This book kept me intrigued and on the edge of my seat, the entire time.’ Reader review, ?????‘Beautiful. Hook line and sinker. That twist at the end… wow!!!’ Reader review, ?????‘Loved this book. Evie is a wonderfully strong character and her story kept me engaged from the start. Lots of surprise twists right to the end.’ Reader review, ?????‘A beautiful story full of intrigue and heroism, tracing the story of two fascinating characters caught up in the years just before WW2. Cleverly written with much research done by the author to produce an authentic story about those times.’ Reader review, ?????‘The Spy’s Wife is a tense, powerful story with a brave and captivating heroine at its heart. With a suspenseful plot and plenty of intrigue, this is a lively, high-stakes historical thriller that will keep you second-guessing until the very end.’ Better Reading‘Action, heartbreak and romance aplenty.’ Australian Bookseller & Publisher‘An extraordinary storyteller.’ Book’d Out
by Philip Eliot | Mar 20, 2026 | Literary |
“The Collingwood Series is Canadian historical fiction at its best…Readers are in for an extraordinary read that blends a coming-of-age experience with a window into Canadian culture, race relations of the 1950s, romance, and a young immigrant’s ability to persevere against all odds.” – Diane Donovan, Midwest Book ReviewDuring the 1950s, 14-year-old Tao Wen Shun, the trustworthy son of an educated Chinese family, flees China, leaving his home and family behind — but what awaits him in Canada?Interweaving together themes of love, loyalty, and the pull of family across continents, Winson’s struggle is caught between honoring his promise to build a new life in Canada and his yearning to reunite with his family in China. Themes of family, cultural identity, and conscience common to most all immigration stories are explored in this story of resilience, cultural heritage, ethics, and deep humanity.Nothing could prepare Wen Shun for the unexpected challenges he experiences in this compelling novel inspired by actual events. Book one in a series that takes readers on an epic journey into the historical past of two nations divided by culture and continents.Fans of Celeste Ng’s Our Missing Hearts and Lisa See’s Lady Tan’s Circle of Women will enjoy this riveting saga of history, suspense, and love.What readers are saying…”This book is beautifully written. I highly recommend it to readers who enjoy mysteries, adventure stories, and a contrast between cultures.” Goodreads ?????“It’s an exciting read that is based on actual events and will have the reader eagerly anticipating the next novel in the series.” Goodreads ?????“An extremely intriguing story. I did not want to put this book down and I did not want it to end. The author brought all his amazing characters to life.” Goodreads ?????“This was an eye opener from the beginning. I loved the story from the first chapter, a page turner.” ?????“This book opened my eyes to the plight of human trafficking victims from China in the 1950’s and I was as equally captivated by the cast of memorable characters as I was by the historical context.” Goodreads ?????“The book themes are still remarkably familiar in today’s world – racism, discrimination, trafficking and made for a wonderful book club discussion. A great read.” Goodreads ?????“I just couldn’t put these books down. I had to tell you how deeply this story has touched me. So many themes that resonate for people like me, who came to the US and had to fight harder than anyone else just to be ‘equal’ to everyone else. Thank you for bringing these stories to us and for making them so alive, genuine, and beautifully put together. I laughed and cried. You touched my heart.”Author’s Note: the Collingwood Series should be read in chronological order and not as individual stand-alone titles because of the background of events, characters, and storylines in A Heart to Survive.
by Philip Eliot | Mar 20, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
CEO and alpha werewolf Drake Wilder has given up the search for his one true love. When he discovers that she’s a secretary in his company, Drake’s primal instincts kick into overdrive. What he wouldn’t give to have her fingers rake over his body instead of the keyboard…Free-spirited bartender Emelia Hudson wants nothing more than to make her Seattle-based bar succeed. But when profits decline, she slips into a dress suit and secures a nine-to-five. After learning that her bar has become property of Wilder Financial, Emelia is determined to get some answers. Two can play the ruthless business game. If only her attraction to the boss wasn’t so intense… When Drake’s twin brother senses that Drake has found his match—and now inherits their father’s billion dollar estate—he hatches a plan to take Emelia out. Drake vows to protect her at all costs, but he might have to pay with his own life.
