by Philip Eliot | May 18, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Aldermere Hall has been waiting for her.Elisabeth Hargrove arrives at the crumbling estate to marry a man she has never met — a union arranged by a family that has been selecting brides for three centuries. She carries a sketchbook left by the fifth bride, filled with things no one was supposed to draw. She is an archivist. She reads what documents try to hide.In the portrait gallery, eleven paintings show eleven women in the same dress, wearing the same impossible smile. The twelfth hook is waiting. The dress is aired and ready. And the roses — hundreds of white roses that should not be blooming in late September — are warm to the touch.The house is beautiful. Every account says so. Beautiful the way a jaw is beautiful when it opens.Elisabeth is the twelfth bride of Aldermere Hall. She has come with a plan. She has come with Annabel’s sketchbook. And she will not make the same mistakes as the women who came before her.But Aldermere has plans of its own. And the house has never lost a bride it wanted to keep.Book One of the Rootbound Bride trilogy.For readers of Naomi Novik, Katherine Arden, and Alix E. Harrow. Gothic romantasy with the patience of a literary fairy tale.Arranged marriage, slow burn, strangers to lovers, sentient cursed estate, archivist heroine, gardener hero, three-century curse, dark fairy tale.Slow burn — first kiss in chapter 15. Low spice. One brief open-door scene, late in the book, literary in register. Plot-driven gothic fantasy with a love story underneath.The complete trilogy is free on Kindle Unlimited from April 28. Start with the free prequel novella, The Fifth Bride.
by Philip Eliot | May 18, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
‘Blending folklore and family secrets, The Winter Crone is a magical debut from a promising new author.’Sarah Painter‘Beautiful, evocative storytelling and fascinating attention to detail. This is a wonderful book.’Suzy K QuinnReader reviews:‘A mixture of English mystery crime village with darkness and magic that makes this series very compelling.’‘A beautifully written book. It mixes folklore, magic and well written characters.’‘A tale of mystery and magic, with just the right injection of humour.’Rosemount Cottage was exactly as her grandmother left it…Hat on the coat stand.Slippers by the chair.Poisoned tea leaves in the strainer… Tamsyn Pride knows someone – or something – killed her grandmother. But every attempt she makes to catch the killer is met with whispers behind her back and suspicious looks. In the sleepy town of Much Wenlock, everyone has a secret. Everyone has something to hide.Meanwhile, in the churning depths of the River Severn, a lost soul has been summoned – and they will stop at nothing to exact their deadly revenge.Yet there is only one person the villagers are terrified of. They just have to pray she doesn’t remember she was once a witch with the power to destroy them all.If you love:Cosy reads with witchesMagical mysteriesQuirky small town communitiesParanormal Women’s FictionLocal folklore and mythologyHumorous charactersA contemporary fantasyThis book is for you!
by Philip Eliot | May 18, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
Perfect for fans of Mamma Mia!, this fun-filled romantic comedy set on a Greek island will have you laughing out loud! ?? For fans of Sarah Morgan, Sue Roberts and Sophie Kinsella! ?????????? ‘Full of sass, sexiness and Greek sunshine’ Kate Frost?????????? ‘Pure escapism. I laughed, I smiled, I swooned.’ Laura Carter?????????? ‘A swoonworthy summer read you won’t want to put down.’ Mandy BaggotAlly Novak is perfectly happy being single – in fact, her career depends on it.As the Divorced Diva – blogger, brand ambassador and businesswoman extraordinaire – she’s spun three failed marriages into gold, building a brand that celebrates single life.So when her wealthy ex-husband Julian invites her to front his new wellness retreat, Ally jets off to his exclusive Greek island, certain it’ll be just another glamorous gig.What she doesn’t expect is to find another ex on the island – the one who got away, and the only one she can’t forget.Is fate handing her a second chance at love, or is it simply a case of too many exes in paradise?A delightfully fun romantic caper set on the glorious Greek island of Aetheria, from the bestselling author of Match Me If You CanPraise for Sandy Barker:?????????? ‘A delightful romance that left me with a big smile on my face.’ Jessica Redland?????????? ‘A perfect romcom filled with delicious banter, a swoony hero and a classy, confident heroine!’ Katie Ginger?????????? ‘A brilliantly funny and addictive love story with all the feels and so much more!’ Nina Kaye?????????? ‘A cracking romcom, full of laughs and misadventure.’ Leonie Mack?????????? ‘Such a heartwarming, uplifting read, full of love, hope, heart, friendship and joy! Thoroughly enjoyed it!’ Kim Nash?????????? ‘With smart banter and swoony moments… Sandy Barker gives us another brilliant romcom and joyful read.’ Pernille Hughes?????????? ‘A wonderfully warm and witty will they/won’t they romance… a perfect romantic read.’ Kathleen Whyman?????????? ‘It’s so brilliantly will they, won’t they that it really kept me guessing!’ Anita Faulkner?????????? ‘I loved this book! An adorable laugh-out-loud romance, that gives all the right tingles and touches the heart.’ Ella Hayes
by Philip Eliot | May 18, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
There’s no escaping the fae warden.After losing my parents and siblings, I only want to grieve in peace and try to rebuild my life. But with creditors breathing down my neck, I fear I’ll find myself homeless during winter in a city occupied by brutal fae soldiers.Just when I think things couldn’t get any worse, Lord Kaiden, the new Warden of Trevos, takes a particular interest in me. The handsome fae male won’t stay away, and I can’t deny the strange, overpowering warmth that fills me whenever our eyes meet. But is he glamouring me? Or is the warmth… real?Maybe that kiss we shared after he saved me from angry creditors was a bad idea. Fae males are notoriously possessive of their mates and concubines, and despite my attraction to the mysterious Lord Kaiden, I have no wish to become his property. Problem is, the tender moments we keep sharing are starting to win me over, and I fear I might lose my heart to the horned, white-winged fae.Maybe I should run. Maybe I should flee the kingdom before it’s too late. Surely it’s not possible to find happiness with the otherworldly male who helped conquer my people… or is it?
by Philip Eliot | May 18, 2026 | Business, Money & Jobs |
You have enough for retirement. Now, learn how to enjoy it.Every day, retirees face a surprising but consistent challenge—and it’s not what most people expect. It’s not about whether they’ve saved enough, or if they’ll run out of money. It’s about what happens next: how to actually enjoy the retirement they’ve worked so hard to create.Too often, retirement becomes a story of caution. People trim their budgets, cut back on spending, and protect their nest eggs at all costs. The result? A retirement lived too small, shadowed by unnecessary fear and missed opportunities.In The Four Buckets, financial planner Ethan Lohr, CFP® invites you to reimagine what retirement can be. This book isn’t about reckless spending or unrealistic dreams—it’s about giving yourself permission to live more fully, backed by a clear, strategic framework that supports the life you want.With his signature Four Buckets Retirement Income Strategy®, Lohr helps readers:Understand the emotional and psychological shifts that retirement bringsIdentify the hidden risks that can quietly undermine your retirement lifestyleTurn your savings into sustainable, behavior-proof incomeCreate a tax-efficient plan that supports—not limits—your goalsRethink how investing should work after your working years are over Whether you’re nearing retirement or already there, this book offers the clarity and confidence to move forward—not with fear, but with purpose. Your retirement shouldn’t just be secure—it should be fulfilling. Let The Four Buckets show you how.
