by Philip Eliot | Mar 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
2019 recipient of the Derrick Murdoch award from the Crime Writers of Canada In the mountain town of Trafalgar, British Columbia, a young woman is found dead of a heroin overdose, her baby lying at her side. While this should be an open-and-shut drug case, restraint marks on the victim suggest that the death might not have been accidental.As the investigation into the young woman’s death and life grows, the case becomes increasingly personal for Probationary Constable Molly Smith and Sergeant John Winters. Only two things are known about the dead woman: her first name is Ashley, and she has a three-month-old baby boy. Who was she? Was this is just a drug deal gone wrong, or is there something more sinister at play? Smith’s mother, Lucky, has taken in the lost baby: does he hold the key to solving his mother’s murder?In the meantime, Winters’ wife, Eliza, is considering a modeling contract with the same planned resort that seems to be ripping the close-knit community apart. Has the controversial resort development pushed one of the members of this quiet community to murder?
by Philip Eliot | Mar 19, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
A terrible, implacable hatred. Jenny shivered. The needle had been a statement. And so too had the scene.When Jenny Meaden moves to the quiet Cotswold town of Kerston after her husband dies, she looks forward to a peaceful new chapter in her life. But while volunteering at the local library, she stumbles upon a man slumped in his chair, a knitting needle stabbed through his chest.Together with fellow volunteer Neeta Biddle, Jenny starts to unravel the mystery. They discover that the victim, retired schoolteacher Avery Sykes, had a past riddled with scandal and secrets—as well as a totally unexpected double life. In between sparring with the investigating officer, Detective Inspector Marek O’Keeffe, they begin to piece the clues together.When another body is uncovered, Jenny and Neeta realize the solution must lie deep in past events. But can they get to the truth before one of them becomes the killer’s next target?
by Philip Eliot | Mar 19, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
A corporate whistleblower hides from a vengeful ex in her quirky hometown, only to find herself sharing lodging with the man hunting for her—who also happens to be her childhood crush.Finley Marin ditches her wealthy boyfriend, Oakes Oakland, with plans to whistleblow on his scheme to repurpose her charming hometown as staff housing for his new luxury resort. The worst part? She may have inadvertently given him the idea.Fired, frightened, but ready to fight, Finley escapes to Sandhill, the quirky Florida Keys artist colony where she spent the first eleven years of her life. It’s the only place she’s been really happy and the location of the only healthy relationship she ever had—in sixth grade. The skinny little boy she hasn’t seen in fifteen years still haunts her dreams.When she spots a room for rent in the old Victorian she dreamed of owning as a little girl, Finley assumes it’s fate. The place’s handyman is strangely familiar—and insanely hot. Problem is, he’s a man who seems to have even more secrets than her…Retired soccer player Landon Hale works security for OakLand Resorts while rehabbing his barely operating Victorian bed and breakfast. He’s changed quite a bit from the spindly boy he once was, so when his childhood crush shows up on his doorstep and doesn’t seem to recognize him, he isn’t surprised. Unfortunately, introducing himself will be dicey—OakLand’s just hired him to hunt her down for stealing corporate secrets.Finley and Landon’s reunion reignites sparks even as secrets complicate their fragile trust. The fate of Sandhill—and their future—hangs in the balance.Whistleblow is a smart, laugh-out-loud, exhilarating story about true love, second chances, and the rewards of telling the truth when the world would rather you stay quiet.
by Philip Eliot | Mar 19, 2026 | Fantasy |
To survive, she followed the rules. To live, she’ll have to break them.Eighteen-year-old Nova Stormont was raised to survive, not hope. In Whitebark Haven, straying from your assigned role means punishment, or worse. But Nova has always yearned for more than life in the shadows as a scout. She wants to heal, to grow, to choose.When she reveals a hidden talent at her coming-of-age ceremony, Nova risks everything to prove there’s more to life than what the Elders expect. But before judgement falls, she slips beyond the borders for one last stolen breath of freedom, only to be captured by the Loxosceles, a ruthless faction where power determines your worth.Trapped behind enemy lines, Nova must rely on her scouting skills, her knowledge of plants, and her sharp wit as she navigates shifting loyalties and the gaze of a duty-bound commander who is more than he seems. With every step, she begins to question everything she thought she knew—about her enemies, her purpose, and herself.For readers who crave slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers dystopian romance, found family, morally grey choices, and love that grows in unexpected places.Perfect for fans of: Powerless, The Prisoner Healer, The Hunger Games, and Crowns of Nyaxia.
by Philip Eliot | Mar 19, 2026 | Romantasy |
The perfect witchy romance, I LOVED it!’ Reader reviewBryn swore she would never go back to Grimoire Academy. But when her beloved former Professor passes away and leaves her prize spellbook library to Bryn, she’s forced to return.Bryn isn’t planning on staying long, but then she runs into former queen of Grimoire Academy, Amelia Hexford, now headmistress. When Amelia begs Bryn to stay and teach the former professor’s classes, Bryn’s so flustered by the beautiful witch, that she accidentally agrees to stay for the semester.Amelia was always too cool for Bryn at school, but now, the staffroom is too small a place to hide in. As the unlikely pair spend more time together, Bryn and Amelia might just find themselves spellbound by something other than magic…Tropes: ? Spice!!! Second chance romance Found family ??? Magical shenanigansAuthors are loving Spellfire!’Fun and witchy!’ Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Enchanted Greenhouse’A feel-good and atmospheric story of magic, second chances, and belonging.’ Jessica Gadziala, USA Today bestselling author of My Big Fat Vampire Wedding’A sexy, hexy second-chance witchy romance that will sweep you off your feet (or broom).’ Hazel Graves, author of Four Weddings and a Funeral Director’Agatha Willow has invoked romance at a coven-worthy level.’ Sofia Shelley, author of Dead Poets Sorority’Pure magic – a bewitching tale of romance and whimsy!’ Carly Bloom, author of Hot Hex Boyfriend’A sweet, witchy romance with cozy vibes and plenty of heat.’ Susie Dumond, author of Bed and Breakup
