by Philip Eliot | Jan 14, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Claire Caldwell has finally found her footing. Six months after solving her first murder, she’s turned Whispering Saguaro Ranch into a thriving animal sanctuary and embraced her ability to see the dead. But the desert has more secrets to reveal. When volunteers preparing for the Cactus Bloom Festival unearth human bones that have been hidden for thirty-five years, the whole town starts whispering about old scandals and vanished souls. Then one of the most powerful man in Perdido Springs turns up dead in his office, and everyone Claire knows had a reason to want him gone. The man who foreclosed on half the town… dead. The festival meant to save local businesses… in chaos. The ghosts in Claire’s kitchen… warning her that death isn’t finished yet. As Claire digs into both the old bones and the fresh corpse, she discovers the two deaths are connected by threads of family, loss, and long-buried grievances that someone would kill to keep hidden. With her fox, Rusty, bringing ominous warnings, the ghost of a long-dead librarian helping her research, and her relationship with Sam strained by family obligations, Claire must navigate a town full of desperate people harboring deadly secrets. In Perdido Springs, old wounds never heal… and some debts can only be paid in blood. Welcome back to the desert, where the past never stays buried.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 14, 2026 | Fantasy |
Discover the adventure that launched the Giftedverse series in Prophecy a supernatural coming-of-age novel from YA author Amanda Lynn Petrin. Dubbed ‘that weird Owens girl’ since grade school, Lucy can’t wait for her fresh start at college in the Fall. Instead, a mysterious threat forces her into hiding, where she is haunted by memories of her ancestors, to whom Lucy bears a striking resemblance, down to the crescent moon birthmark on the back of their necks. As Lucy uncovers the secrets of her past, she is unwittingly thrust into a game of cat and mouse against an army of Gifted (people with supernatural abilities who can’t die until their purpose is achieved). A game her family has been failing for centuries. Luckily, Embry and Gabriel, two mysterious family friends, are also Gifted, and claim their purpose is to protect Lucy’s line. But as she gets to know them and her family’s history better, she wonders if their ultimate goal is to keep her safe…or to stop the man who’s after her? Prophecy is the first book in this complete trilogy by Amanda Lynn Petrin. If you like urban fantasy series with strong heroines and a touch of history, you’ll love this absorbing paranormal read. Read all the books in the Giftedverse! The Owens Chronicles (Trilogy) Prophecy Destiny Legacy The Gifted Chronicles (Trilogy) First Life Second Chance Third Eye
by Philip Eliot | Jan 14, 2026 | Fantasy |
In a war-torn kingdom, a young boy’s path to manhood is forged in violence, loss, and a mysterious power that may be his only hope. Tomi is a boy when his father, a hunter, leaves their village, entrusting him with their home’s protection. In a land ravaged by war, Tomi bears responsibilities far beyond his years. As the Three Prince War looms, he’s thrust into a world of brutal choices and deadly encounters, where his innocence is lost to bloodshed and treachery. From defending his family to surviving in the wild, Tomi learns life’s harshest realities. Amid the darkness, he discovers Pathos—a mysterious gift from his father that sharpens his connection to the world around him and may be his key to enduring the trials ahead. As the kingdom’s fate hangs in the balance, Tomi’s journey will shape him into the man he’s destined to become—if he can survive long enough. Read the complete Path of Pathos box set today.
by Philip Eliot | Jan 14, 2026 | Science Fiction |
“This needs to be picked up by Netflix and made into a TV show. Absolutely brilliant” – Goodreads “In the vein of great writers like Harry Harrison and Robert A Heinlein” – Amazon “Nick Adams is a storyteller of rare ability” – Goodreads “I read a lot of sci-fi and this is in the top percent” – Amazon “Superb writing, editing and excellent storytelling” – Kobo “The best sci-fi series I have read in a while” – Amazon The Aspirant Bache Loftt wants nothing more than to follow in his father’s footsteps and be an engineering officer on one of the galaxy’s most powerful, state of the art starships. He has the grades, he has the aptitude – and his application for the naval academy is in. All he has to do is wait for the call up. Then he witnesses a double murder. Barely escaping with his life, can he evade the unlimited resources of a galactic syndicate hunting for him and uncover a conspiracy that involves the very institution he’s determined to join? The Aspirant : a tale of friendships, betrayals, unspeakable crimes – and greed. The Bache Loftt Series The Aspirant The Recruit The Lieutenant “Absolutely loved this book! Adventure; Mystery; Intrigue; Conspiracy; Crime; Murder; Assassination — and all of it done on an intergalactic level, this book is worth picking up and taking the time to enjoy” – Goodreads
by Philip Eliot | Jan 14, 2026 | Literary |
Pre-order Evie Woods’ new book The Violin Maker’s Secret now, out in February 2026! The Echo of Old Books meets The Lost Apothecary in this evocative and charming novel full of mystery and secrets. ‘The thing about books,’ she said ‘is that they help you to imagine a life bigger and better than you could ever dream of.’ On a quiet street in Dublin, a lost bookshop is waiting to be found… For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers will discover that their own stories are every bit as extraordinary as the ones found in the pages of their beloved books. And by unlocking the secrets of the shelves, they find themselves transported to a world of wonder… where nothing is as it seems. Readers have fallen in love with The Lost Bookshop : ‘Beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader …a delightful story for any book lover…an ode to storytelling and the connections that books can make!’ ????? ‘Wowwww!! It’s been awhile since I read something so fascinating, captivating and special all in one…It takes you on a journey like most books do, but this one, I just want to inscribe on my back and hope that it becomes a part of me so that I can carry it with me always ’ ????? ‘A must read for readers that love books ’ ????? ‘A beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting …a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget’ ????? ‘This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn’t put it down til the end’ ????? ‘A love story, one with books and booklovers at its heart . A warm, wonderful novel that sweeps up the reader into an absorbing, magical tale’ ????? ‘If you enjoy books by the Brontë sisters … then I would fully recommend you read this book’ ????? ‘ This novel has it all : wit, a dash of magic, and a large heart. A fantastic read’????? Evie Woods’s book ‘The Lost Bookshop’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-12-18.
