by Philip Eliot | May 19, 2026 | Fantasy |
The most powerful necromancer in the world is tired of being the bogeyman under the bed.After realizing the stage is the perfect place for monstrous misfits like himself, Achille “Bones” Bonaparte creates the Second Chance Circus. But the local baron would rather see Bones and his undead troupe killing the kingdom’s enemies instead of killing it onstage.Can Bones and his newfound friends prove their magic is better suited for clowning than conquest? All they have to do is juggle some demonic bargains, wrangle a couple misplaced body parts, and put on one hell of a show.Fans of Legends & Lattes, Beware of Chicken, and Dead Tired will love this bubbling brew of progression fantasy, overpowered main character comedy, and slice of (un)life.
About the Author Ryan Tang is a five-year veteran of the esports industry, working from 2013 to 2018 as a journalist and analyst. He founded goldper10.com, a top Western esports site from 2014-2016. His articles averaged 6 million page views a year across a three-year time period. After selling his website, he began writing novels. His books reflect his longtime experience in the esports industry and his love of fantasy and mecha anime. He graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 and doubles as a high school water polo coach in the California Bay Area.
by Philip Eliot | May 19, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
The BRAND NEW utterly heart-pounding thriller from BESTSELLING author Rona Halsall ?? A must-read for fans of Freida McFadden, Shari Lapena, and Lisa Jewell!One rumour can end in murder…Nia – a young widow with a little boy – has just moved house. Breathing in the fresh air from her new doorstep in the pretty rural village, she has to believe it’s the new start she’s looking for.At first, it seems perfect. Until a vicious – and untrue – rumour starts about her, and spreads like wildfire. And before Nia knows it, her dream of a new beginning has taken a terrible turn.She needs to find out who the gossip came from, before everything goes wrong.The truth is that everyone in this village has their secrets. Including Nia herself. And at least one person will kill to keep theirs…Readers are loving The Gossip:‘Grips tightly and won’t let go… An intricate web full of twists and turns that left me gasping… Addictive and pulse-pounding!’ Saskia Sarginson, author‘Wow! This one held me in its grip right until the very end. What a fantastic thriller!’ Diana Wilkinson, author‘A compulsive, dark, and emotionally gripping thriller, that’s brilliantly crafted. I literally couldn’t stop reading it.’ LH Stacey, author‘If you enjoyedThe Rumour,you will LOVE The Gossip by Rona Halsall! A delicious web of secrets, rumours, and gossip. Twisty, unpredictable and utterly addictive. It kept me guessing to the very end!’ Ruby Speechley, author‘I didn’t want to put it down. Full of twists, turns and suspense… it held me in its grip right to the end. And what an ending! I love all of Rona’s books but she’s surpassed herself with this one. Brilliant.’ Karen King, author‘Y’all, this neighborhood thriller starts sweet as iced tea and ends like a Southern storm tearing the shutters off… Sharp, addictive, and proof that small talk can burn your whole life down.’ Reader Review ?????‘WOW what another brilliant book by one of my favourite authors Rona Halsall… Full of twists… I was totally hooked.’ Reader Review ?????‘Utterly enthralling! Rona Halsall has delivered an absolutely breathtaking thriller that I just couldn’t put down…. A whirlwind of blink-and-you’ll-miss-it twists. It’s a terrifying look at the dark side of village life… I am obsessed with this book!’ Reader Review ?????‘Delivers exactly what a psychological thriller should. It hooks you from the first page…The tension never drops… A single lie. A whisper. A community turning against you. It feels frighteningly possible. The twists land hard.’ Reader Review ?????‘A heart-pounding, twisted small village thriller where gossip is the air they breathe! There is nothing more exciting—or toxic—than a setting where everyone knows everyone, backstabbing happens at full speed, and you can’t trustanyone… Brilliant.’ Reader Review ?????
About the Author Rona is the #1 best selling author of twisty psychological thrillers and loves to create mayhem in her characters’ lives to keep her readers guessing. She recently moved to Snowdonia, North Wales and lives halfway up a mountain with her three dogs.
by Philip Eliot | May 19, 2026 | Children & Middle Grade |
1st Rule of The Secret Winners Club: Do whatever it takes.Thirteen-year-old Sunny Whitlock has alopecia; an autoimmune condition that’s made her lose her hair—and she’s desperate to be seen as more than just the bald kid. But how? By setting an epic goal: win her school’s junkbot club competition. And if she’s #1, then other kids will have to see beyond her disease … and she’ll finally fit in.Sunny’s immune-deficient best friends are also tired of looking different and achieving second place in their school competitions. With a bold plan, Sunny bands with them to create The Secret Winners Club, a club devised to win—at any cost—and push them outside their comfort zones.They promise to trust no one else. It’s all classified! And in total secrecy they aim to help one another become #1 before this middle school year is over. But as they start to succeed, they quickly discover that crossing the line and hurting others can make them even more visible and even more an outsider.PRAISE FOR THE SECRET WINNERS CLUB:“The characters in The Secret Winner’s Club jump off the page. You root for this group of friends as they try to figure out what it means to go after their dreams, to seek help from others, and if winning at any cost is really winning at all. Filled with wisdom and heart, it perfectly fills that gap between middle grade and young adult and will inspire readers to pursue their own goals” —Wendy Mass, New York Times bestselling author of 30+ books for young people”I can’t imagine any young person who “looks different” or wonders about those who do, not relating to this honest, carefully crafted story. It is a fine weaving of heartache, grit, humor, and the ethics of what it means to get even. The Secret Winners Club amplifies the voices of kids who struggle to be seen beyond their medical conditions with those who judge by appearance alone. It is an important reminder to young and old to look beyond the surface, to the truth of a person’s heart and abilities.” —Joan Bauer, New York Times Best-selling author and winner of the Newbery Honor Medal and LA Times Book Prize”The Secret Winners Club is a moving and insightful middle-grade novel that explores identity, perseverance, and the actual cost of success. Donna Galanti writes with both sensitivity and authenticity. Her characters are complex, likable, and genuine, making them highly relatable to the readers. The story flows with energy and emotion, blending humor, tension, and heartfelt moments in perfect rhythm. The rising stakes remind readers that the most significant victories often come from within, and staying true to oneself is the most meaningful win. An inspiring and heartfelt story about courage, friendship, and the power of self-acceptance. The reader will remember this emotionally rich and deeply compassionate novel long after they finish reading it.” —Suzie Housley, Midwest Book Review“This is a heart-warming and page-turning read for anyone who has ever felt different. A gift for the misfits and adventurers in our soul. I wish I’d had this book as a kid.”—Sarah Allen, author of Breathing Underwater“A heartwarming must-read about friendship, second chances, and overcoming adversity.”—Jaime Berry, author of Heart Finds “Middle schoolers of all types, whether athlete, STEM, or theater kid, those with autoimmune disorders or not, will see themselves reflected in this heartfelt tale of teamwork and the cost of striving to be the best. As a competitive swimmer with asthma and a junior high nemesis, I would have gobbled up The Secret Winners Club.”—Shannon Doleski, author of Gabe in the After
by Philip Eliot | May 19, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
HOW WOULD YOUR LIFE CHANGE IF YOU WON THE BIGGEST LOTTERY JACKPOT IN HISTORY?WOULD YOUR MARRIAGE SURVIVE?A young pastor and his devoted wife struggle to make ends meet on his meager salary from the church. Despite the constant financial strain, they’re deeply in love and embrace the struggle. One day, he impulsively buys a lottery ticket, and they win the biggest jackpot in lottery history.Seven years later, they find themselves sitting in an attorney’s office signing divorce papers. Can God somehow bring them back together and help them recover what they lost?
by Philip Eliot | May 19, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Somebody has got to die.Nobody told DI Jack Husker that his worst nightmare was about to become reality. A killer he doesn’t know is playing a game by his own set of rules. Stalking his prey through the city’s streets, his sights are set on one man. All he needs is a single shot to pay back a debt of revenge.DS Lisa Ramsey is left to pick up the pieces when Jack is forced into hiding. She must find a violent killer who has arrived in the city unnoticed. The only clue is a series of bodies killed in a ritual of evil. They leave Lisa wondering whether the killer might be closer to her than she could ever have imagined.Two killers hunting two different prey forces a deadly race for survival.Set in the beautiful city of York, this is DI Jack Husker’s third outing in a case that might prove to be his last.“Husker, you’re a dead man. I’m coming for you.”
