by Philip Eliot | Aug 31, 2026 | Fantasy |
Fairy tales are fun…until your life becomes one. It’s 1987, and fifteen-year-old Frances Fye might be a little too obsessed with fairy tales. But when grief and the loneliness of small-town life threaten to overwhelm her, stories carry her off to magical adventures.Then a new boy shows up at school—mysterious, magnetic, and shockingly similar to Fran’s favorite fictional hero. And when a wrong-number phone call leads to friendship with Trowbridge, an exiled bridge troll with sinister intentions, Fran’s world cracks wide open.Suddenly, the fairy tales she’s always loved aren’t just stories anymore. They’re real—and dangerous.Entangled in the deadly schemes of fae royalty, she has little choice but to depend on the most unlikely allies: her middle-aged English teacher who’s more than he seems, the secretly sensitive school rebel, and her less-than-charming ex.To escape the mythical lands she once longed for, Fran must face the truth she’s spent years avoiding: real courage isn’t found in books.It’s found in her.Carrie Anne Noble delivers a heartfelt, imaginative YA fantasy full of 1980s nostalgia, magical twists, and the bittersweetness of finding your courage. Trowbridge and Fye is a charming, clever adventure perfect for anyone who ever wished their favorite fairy tales could come to life.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 31, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
A spellbinding cozy fantasy adventure that will make you believe in second chances. Complete with dragons. And cats. And dragon-cats.Katherine and Imogene are done with their criminal past—honestly.They’ve traded in their outlaw lifestyle for seaside views, knitting projects (strictly non-magical), and only the occasional pub brawl (entirely accidental). But when an old friend begs them for help, they’re back in the game.Their last heist—the one they botched all those years ago—needs finishing. And fast.Saint Percival’s is in danger. The convent is sinking into the ground, and the dragons and nuns have been swindled out of their land by a ruthless real estate mogul. It’s up to Katherine and Imogene to set things right, armed with enchanted needles and the power to knit a magical map straight to the villain’s lair.The mission? To go back to where it all ended, outwit their enemy and save Saint Percival’s. Except this time, they have the help of their beloved otherworldly cats and dragons. And the same charming rival who blew up their plans the first time round with just a wink…What could possibly go wrong?This delightful cozy, heist-y fantasy about friendships new and old is perfect for fans of TJ Klune and Travis Baldree.Readers love this book: ‘AN ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, ADDICTIVE MUST READ!!… One of my favourite books of all time!!!… Captivated my attention from the very first page, kept me glued and wanting more!!… I was gutted when the time came to say Goodbye!’ bookworm86, ?????‘I had such a blast… I was cackling out loud… what a treat!… Perfect. I honestly couldn’t put the book down!’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘I almost choked on my drink while reading this! I wish it was real!… Felt like a cup of warm tea in book form!… The perfect read!’ kassysreadingnook, ????‘If you loved… chaotic, witty seniors getting into trouble… this book will absolutely be your cup of tea… I was locked in… ridiculously cute… delivers exactly what you want.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????‘EXACTLY what I’m looking for in a cozy fantasy!!!… I LOVED this book!’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Had me giggling. It was just a warm hug of a book… Mrs Chrysler was my favourite… such a feisty pocket rocket of a character. I love her so much.’ theblair_bookproject, ????‘I absolutely adored this book!… delightful… had me completely sold… constantly had me laughing.’ Bookish_mum_insta, ????‘Absolutely delightful… will just make you smile.’ outracheous.reads, ????‘Wraps you up like a blanket… and then throws you into a heist you didn’t see coming… reminded me of my own grandmother. I could practically smell the tea brewing… the banter? Absolute perfection. The insults alone deserve their own highlight reel—I laughed out loud more times than I can count… deeply comforting, impossible not to love.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????‘Wonderfully cute and cosy fantasy, if hot chocolate under a blanket were a book…Terry Pratchet esque vibes.’ yateslittlecorner, ????‘The definition of a hug in a book.’ stennareads, ????‘Feels like a warm hug (with a side of mischief)?… Absolute gem, a breath of fresh air.’ NetGalley reviewer, ????‘Magical… riotous romp laced with humour, heart, and (feline-shaped!) chaos.’ _clairereviews_, ?????‘Like wrapping yourself in a blanket and just escaping… full of heart.’ chrissiesbooknook
by Philip Eliot | Aug 31, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Lady Eleanor Swift is having a grand time cosying up with her husband in Dublin’s traditional pubs, eating their fill of Irish stew and soaking up the craic… Until another body ruins all their plans!Lady Eleanor Swift is visiting Dublin with her husband Hugh Seldon and butler Clifford to meet Samuel O’Sullivan, a man who may be able to tell her more about the mysterious disappearance of her parents two decades ago. Deciding they should explore the city a little more, they jump at the chance to visit the world-renowned Finnegan’s brewery.But their taste test of the famous black stout turns deadly when Eleanor spots a body in one of the barrels! The dead man is none other than the owner of the brewery, Fergal Finnegan himself. Sensing a scandal, the head of operations hires The Byron Detective Agency to investigate.It seems there was no pot of gold at the end of Fergal’s rainbow. Did his debt-ridden younger brother kill him for his inheritance? Did the fact Finnegan wouldn’t leave his wife make his mistress murderous? And was there more to fight about with rival brewer George Gaffney than just profits?When their chief suspect is found dead only days later and the top-secret formula for a new beer goes missing, the agency is almost thrown off the case. But Eleanor doesn’t give up on justice. Will the luck of the Irish be on her side before the killer catches up with her?A totally unputdownable Irish cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Carlene O’Connor!What readers are saying about A Very Irish Mystery:“Truly amazing… Incredible!!! ANOTHER PAGE TURNING SUCCESS!!!… Had me hooked.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Absolutely perfect… I devoured this brilliant read in one sitting. I could not put it down and gave up on lying to myself saying ‘just one more chapter’ as that never happened!! Gorgeous, absolutely fantastic read!!!” Bookworm86,?????“So entertaining, I loved it… My favourite… It kept me turning pages well past the time I should have been doing something else… Brilliant. Keeps you hooked.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Fun and compulsive page-turner that I read in a matter of hours… An absolute delight that kept me on the edge of my seat until the very last page!” Bookish Jottings“Brilliant read… Twists galore! I adored it.” Splashes Into Books“I loved it. I had absolutely NO idea who the culprit was!” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Absolutely charming… Hooked me from start to finish!” The Sassy Bookworm“Loved! What a treat.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Gorgeous, fun… superb. Impeccable vibes from start to finish.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Brilliant! I loved it!” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“I read it quickly and I didn’t want to put it down… I loved this! Definitely recommend.” Goodreads reviewer
by Philip Eliot | Aug 31, 2026 | Mystery |
“Wit, humor, clues, and red herrings abound” as an aristocrat turns amateur sleuth in interwar-era Scotland in this historical mystery (Boston Globe, A Boston Globe Mystery of the Year).Welcome to Edinburgh, 1926. Dandy Gilver, a wealthy and witty aristocrat (and sometimes amateur sleuth) receives a letter from Lollie Balfour, who insists that her husband of five years is having her followed and her mail is being steamed open.The only way for Dandy to help is by pretending to applying for a job as a lady’s maid in Lollie’s house. Dandy gets a crash course from her own maid and arrives at 31 Heriot Row, ready to put all of her detection skills to good use. Why does Mr. Balfour want to get rid of his wife? And can Dandy stay in disguise long enough to evade the villains?Charming and funny, Dandy Gilver is an irresistible sleuth who is sure to win over mystery lovers everywhere.”Guaranteed to appeal to those who have never got over the death of Dorothy L. Sayers.” Financial Times (UK)”A great choice for Jacqueline Winspear, Carola Dunn, and Amy Patricia Meade fans . . .A real contender for the Agathas!” —Library Journal (starred review)”If you haven’t met Dandy Gilver yet, I encourage you to do so now . . .You can’t help but enjoy her new adventure as she goes undercover to foil a murder plot.” —RT Book Reviews”Agatha Christie meets Upstairs, Downstairs.” —Publishers Weekly”Entertaining.” —Booklist
by Philip Eliot | Aug 31, 2026 | Historical Romance |
A reluctant duke. A beautiful widow. A crumbling estate hiding dangerous secrets …In this steamy Regency romance, a self-made industrialist unexpectedly inherits an ancient title, a crumbling estate and a household of spirited women under the rule of a tyrannical dowager. But when he meets the ravishing widow of his late uncle, everything he knew about his future shifts.She needs a champion … Josephine Oxley never expected to depend on a stranger for salvation. But her stepdaughters’ safety, and her own, may lie in the hands of the new Duke of Oxley. And while she should never entertain desire for a man who could expose everything, she cannot deny the comfort she finds in his strength … or the temptation in his touch.He has no interest in the affairs of nobleman …Alistair Fraser Oxley built his fortune in textiles and steam, not silk and scandal. He has no interest in his unwanted title or the aristocratic vipers who come with it. But one look at the dowager duchess, cloaked in secrets and sorrow, and he finds himself staying longer than planned … and falling harder than he should.As shadows creep through Fortunestone Hall and the threat of ruin looms, desire flares between them. But is it enough to forge a future when betrayal is closing in from all sides?The Unanticipated Duke is the tantalizing first book in Nina Jarrett’s new Oxleys series, where forbidden passion meets family upheaval and unexpected love blooms where it is least welcome. Let the high jinks ensue as Regency steam power collides with polite society in romantic tales brimming with family reunification, the mystery of a suspicious death, and utterly unexpected love.Buy The Unanticipated Duke for a family saga romance steeped in passion today!What to expect:?? Kissing?? Open DoorIncluded Historical Romance Tropes:?? Suddenly a duke?? Forced proximity?? Intelligent, sensual widow heroine?? Family secrets, redemption, and slow-burn heat?? Unwanted inheritance?? Dowager dragon villainessWhat Readers Are Saying:????? “The emotions were intense, the narrative kept me on the edge of my seat, and the solutions seemed destined to be drastic …” – Dora????? “A refreshing take on the suddenly-a-duke trope!” – Alexandra G.????? “Promises to be an intriguing and fulfilling saga about the Oxleys.” – Zena C.
