by Philip Eliot | Dec 3, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
A charity ball. A dead guest. Can an amateur sleuth solve the case or will it ruin Christmas for ever?Aspiring antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is excited about organising a ball in a Cotswold country house. When a lecture on modern art leads to a kiss under the mistletoe she thinks all her Christmases have come at once. But her festive cheer turns sour when a partygoer is found dead on the dance floor.The police ask Dotty to help wrap up the case of a stolen painting, but as the search continues she becomes entangled in the murder investigation. When this amateur detective realises the culprit could be a close friend, will she face the Yuletide music?Can Dotty put aside her personal feelings and herald a murderer?Gavels, Tinsel and Murder is the fourth book in the charming Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like to eat, drink and be merry with a group of entertaining characters, then you’ll be entertained by Victoria Tait’s festive tale.Christmas comes but once a year so buy Gavels, Tinsel and Murder today!
by Philip Eliot | Dec 3, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
The charming new vet in town just offered me my dream job. Too bad he has one strict rule: never date a coworker.My small-town life is falling apart faster than an expired dog treat. My dog-walking business is tanking thanks to the snootiest competitor in Old Pine Cove, and my barista wages barely keep a roof over my head. Moving back in with my parents? Hard pass, since they’ve converted my childhood bedroom into an exclusive hamster hotel.Enter Lewis, the charming British vet who just rolled into town with his dog Archie and a plan to revive the struggling animal clinic. He’s also looking for help, and after a spectacularly awkward accident involving me, he offers me a job.Working together is easy. Not falling for him? That’s the hard part.Except… Lewis meant what he said about his cardinal rule of never dating a coworker.Now if only I could convince him that some rules are meant to be broken, without losing the best job I’ve ever had.In For a Treat is a sweet romantic comedy and part of the Old Pine Cove series. All books in this romcom series share the same setting, but each book features a different couple. HEA guaranteed!
by Philip Eliot | Dec 3, 2025 | Children & Middle Grade |
Misty and the Magical Emotions Tree – A Heartwarming Children’s Story About Emotional Intelligence and Self-Discovery!Join Misty, a curious rabbit, on a magical journey through the forest where she discovers the Magical Emotions Tree—a vibrant, talking tree that helps her understand and embrace her feelings.As Misty explores the world of joy, sadness, and more, each colourful emotion comes to life through enchanting illustrations and gentle storytelling. With the tree as her guide, Misty learns that all emotions are important and that understanding them helps her grow stronger.Perfect for ages 4 to 8, this beautifully illustrated storybook helps children:Build emotional intelligence and self-awareness.Understand and express their feelings in healthy waysConnect with nature and mindfulnessEnjoy a gentle, magical tale that supports mental wellness.Misty and the Magical Emotions Tree is a gentle, engaging story designed to help young readers identify their feelings, boost emotional literacy, and open up meaningful conversations at home or in the classroom.Honoured with a 5-star editorial review from Reader’s Favourite!Ideal for parents, teachers, counsellors, and carers looking for a fun, educational read.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 3, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Ella Bloom can see magic no one else can, and it’s leading her straight to a killer…When Ella accepts a mysterious job in the picturesque town of Gloamington, all she wants is six months away from the noise of the city and a quiet place to call home. Instead, she finds herself assistant to Malcolm Fawkes, a renowned paranormal detective with no memory of hiring her—or much of anything else.When magic that only Ella can see leads her to a murder, she discovers Gloamington isn’t the quaint small town it appears to be. Five years ago, it was a magical haven until something went terribly wrong. Now the town’s dormant wellspring—the Gloaming—is stirring again, awakening with Ella’s arrival.With a reluctant Malcolm by her side, Ella must navigate a web of secrets, suspicious townspeople and her own mysterious connection to Gloamington’s magical past. Someone in town is willing to kill to keep magic buried forever. Ella’s unusual abilities make her their next likely target.The Gloaming is opening once more. Could Ella Bloom be the key to everything?Dying for Magic is the first in an enchanting mystery series from the creator of the blockbuster Beaufont universe.
by Philip Eliot | Dec 3, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
An ordinary girl. A rare power. A deadly game.Lie low.Don’t draw attention to yourself.Fifteen-year-old Asha Olinger has abided by her sister’s rules her entire life. Every day, she works relentlessly as a cleaner to put food on the table, scrambling in the dredges of Althuria. Every day, she wonders about a life where she no longer struggles for a few measly coins.But after discovering she wields a rare and destructive power, her quiet life is turned upside down. Her older sister gives her a mysterious warning. Lex Sylvester, with his fame, wealth, and stupidly charming looks—that she certainly never, ever noticed—starts flirting with her. And to top it all off, she receives a letter from the famed Luminus Academy, declaring that she got accepted through the lottery system. The terrifying probabilities quickly turn into incredible opportunities, and suddenly controlling her power doesn’t sound like a bad idea.What is this darned ability of hers? Why does everyone keep telling her to stay away from the Queen of Althuria? And more importantly…Who the heck is murdering girls at the Academy?If she doesn’t find out soon… she might just be next.Designed to thrill with its magic, mystery, and murder, Smoke and Spells is the first installment in the Althuria Chronicles coming-of-age fantasy series.This is a four-book series.Reading order:Smoke and SpellsShadows and ShiftersRunes and RebellionVoid and Valor
