by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2026 | Fantasy |
A new dark and spicy epic romantasy debut, perfect for fans of Shield of Sparrows and Rose in Chains.Every decade, thirteen humans from the Isles of Tarlor are forced to compete in a series of challenges called the Mortal Trials. Hosted by the elven, each one is more dangerous than the last. If you lose, you’re dead. But winning means immortality and everlasting glory – a feat only ever accomplished by one person.Mistaken for someone else, Lirah is thrust into a foreign land to compete for her life. Survival won’t be easy, but she’s paired with a powerful mentor, Kilian Valhan, who is tasked with guiding her through the Trials.Everything about Kilian is infuriating. He is brooding, intimidating and purposefully provoking. Even then, Lirah cannot deny the flame of attraction that burns bright between them.The gods are stirring, and dark secrets will draw Lirah into the underbelly of elven conspiracy. And though enduring the Trials might tempt death, falling in love will prove fatal.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
?? Small-town?? Friends-to-lovers?? Romantic suspense?? Brother’s best friend?? Spicy!????? ‘Pure gold!’????? ‘PICK THIS BOOK UP! It’s the perfect beach read!’????? ‘I loved every second. You do not want to miss out on this adventure!’????? ‘Absolutely incredible . . . the perfect summer read!’She’s the queen of heartbreak.He’s the one who got away.Bailey Jones is known for writing happy-ever-afters. But she’s never had her own. Not since him.Rhett Monroe was her first love. The boy who tossed her into the lake every summer. The man who walked away without a second glance.Now he’s back — ex-Navy SEAL turned security specialist. Focused. Intense. And definitely not here for the memories.Because someone is watching Bailey. Sending messages that feel too personal. Too obsessed.To keep her safe, Rhett takes Bailey to the one place a stalker can’t find her — Cedar Shores. But sharing a cabin with the man she never stopped loving is a different kind of danger for Bailey. Especially when Rhett’s protective gaze follows her like she’s something worth guarding. Like she’s his.Bailey spent her career writing men who would burn the world down for the women they love. Turns out, she grew up with one.If you love slow-burn romance with a hint of suspense, this second-chance, bookish romance is perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Abby Jimenez, Elle Kennedy, Catherine Cowles, Meghan Quinn, the small-town heat of Elsie Silver and the romance of The Summer I Turned Pretty.Readers are giving Safe Haven?????????? ‘The perfect blend of slow-burn tension, long-buried longing, and pulse-pounding suspense. Bold, spicy, and utterly captivating — you’ll be hooked from the very first page.’ Author Linny Mack????? ‘I DEVOURED THIS . . . The slow burn *chef kiss*.’????? ‘Seriously — you want to read the book just for the Tiger Motel scene. Swoon-worthy slow burn tension . . . with a hunky guy and a book written after their childhood crush.’????? ‘I just loved the vibes! I didn’t want this book to end!’????? ‘A mystery wrapped up in a romance . . . It has surprised me in the best way.’????? ‘Everything a rom-com needs! The FMC and MMC are perfection!’????? ‘I absolutely love this book . . . It’s a romantic suspense set in a small town, easy to read and kept me hooked until the very end.’????? ‘A great mix of romance, suspense, and emotional moments.’????? ‘This book was so beautiful. It had all the elements of a great read — romance, suspense, protection.’????? ‘One of the cutest love stories I have read . . . This was SO GOOD!’????? ‘I couldn’t put the book down.’????? ‘Loved the story. Plenty of romance with the added mystery of a stalker . . . Please read this!’????? ‘This was absolutely perfect and I was completely invested in the pining and slow burn between Bailey and Rhett!’????? ‘I love romantic suspense and those elements were flawless. I thought the secluded lake setting was great.’????? ‘This book was everything . . . it’s so wonderful it’s almost too much. These authors heading these romances are destroying my heart.’????? ‘For fans of Catherine Cowles, this is a great read. A 5-star read for me!’????? ‘I love this book in so many ways.’????? ‘If you are a fan of the romantic suspense genre, like Catherine Cowles, then I highly recommend this read!’????? ‘This book is SO good! The perfect mix of Every Summer After by Carley Fortune and The Bodyguard movie . . . you will love this book!’
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Ivy Lancombe:Age: 25Looks: Short, chestnut brown, and buxomFavorite Food: Blackberry PieStatus: Single, but secretly in love with her best friendShepard Lund:Age: 26Looks: Tall, blond, and skinnyFavorite Food: MeatloafStatus: Single, but secretly in love with his best friendIn the snow-dusted streets of Bells Pass, Michigan, Christmas isn’t just a season; it’s a tapestry woven from the warmth of community, the joy of lifelong friends, and magical surprises. This year, the citizens of Bells Pass have made it their mission to transform longtime best friends, Shep and Ivy, from the town’s biggest dating disasters into a love story for the ages.As the holiday season approaches, Shep and Ivy’s friends embark on a heartwarming campaign to nudge them toward the mistletoe before the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve. With the help of an old spinster, an infamous diner, and a magical tree lighting, will Shep and Ivy finally confront the feelings they’ve both been too afraid to share?Journey through laughter, tender moments, and the charming chaos of small-town celebrations as Shep and Ivy uncover what Christmas really means to them. Will the legend of the Bells Pass Gazebo work its magic, or will they let their chance at happiness slip away?”Join Shep and Ivy as the spirit of Christmas illuminates the path to love, reminding us all that sometimes the happiest endings are found in the most unexpected places.”Inclusions: Hero is a brittle asthmatic.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2026 | Erotic Romance |
He was left alone, unsure of his future…She always thought she knew her path in life until someone got in the way. CAUTION : Alpha hero, bad-boy romance that’s utterly addictive and outrageously satisfying. Kristin Meadows loves her nights at KinkLink. The club is her outlet to release her desires and as a domme she anticipates the play — controlling her sub, gaining their trust, their loyalty. She loves it all. So why in the heck is she panting after her best friend’s husband’s brother? Yeah, the guy equaled sex on a stick, but he was no more a sub than she was and two doms don’t play well together. And to top it all off, the father she never knew she had, turns out to be a thug and suddenly wants to spend quality time with his daughter? Who needs a father figure now? All Kristin’s trying to figure out is why she can’t get Ryan Boynton out of her head! Ryan Boynton is struggling with his role. Having been a sub the last years and being pushed to his limits he realized the lie he’d been living all this time. He was happy for his brother, he got the girl — and he wasn’t even missing the sharing they used to play, but he did miss his brother’s wife’s friend, the hot babe he fell for at their wedding. But there’s one problem. Neither of them were subs. Neither of them were true doms. So what the hell were they? All Ryan knew, is that it’s time to find out — and that there will be a lot more switching going on. Sometimes finding the love of your life is all about making a switch. “I love the way this amazing author brings the characters to life before your eyes and makes you feel their emotions ….” ~ 5 stars, Amazon Reviewer The steamy standalone novels in Tara Eldana’s Kinklink series are best read in order: TAKING THE LEAD MAKING THE SWITCH GETTING TO FOREVER REACHING FOR FOREVER
by Philip Eliot | Aug 29, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
Dominic Ramos has everything—except the freedom to be himself.A Premiership footballer with a reputation as the toughest defender on the pitch, Dom has spent his career hiding one dangerous secret. In a sport where coming out could cost him everything, love simply isn’t an option.Then he meets Lucky Coleman.Desperate for money and struggling to survive, Lucky never expects a paid Grindr hook-up to become anything more. Dom is supposed to be just another client.Instead, he becomes impossible to forget.One meeting turns into two. The attraction between them grows into something neither man can ignore, but every stolen moment brings them closer to disaster. Dom risks losing the career he’s sacrificed everything to build, while Lucky refuses to be anyone’s secret forever.Sometimes the greatest risk isn’t falling in love—it’s finding the courage to fight for it.Lucky is the first book in the When We Fall series. Expect: out for you, hook up to lovers, addiction/mental health rep, and first times in this sizzling MM sports romance.
