by Philip Eliot | Aug 14, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
It’s murder out there…In the new Baker & Tate mystery, Ruth faces a sniper’s deadly game on a remote desert highway where escape is impossible and survival is uncertain.Texas Ranger Ruth Baker thought she’d seen everything—until travelers start turning up dead along an isolated stretch of highway, victims of a group of snipers who strike without warning and without apparent motive. Partnered with Aaron Tate, Ruth is called in to investigate the chilling case. But with no witnesses and no evidence, the killers seem to vanish into the endless desert, leaving only fear and carnage behind.As Ruth and Tate dig deeper, they uncover ties to a death cult whose dark secrets may hold the key to the case. With each discovery, the snipers grow bolder, targeting anyone who gets too close—including Ruth herself.In a deadly race against time, Ruth must push past her limits to stop a death cult of killers who always seem one step ahead. But on this highway, justice comes at a high cost—and not everyone will make it out alive.Desert Highway is the gripping new mystery perfect for fans of Robert Dugoni, Elle Gray, and Mary Stone.Each book in the Baker & Tate series is a complete, standalone story – there is no cliffhanger at the end of the book.Readers love Sam Baron’s unputdownable mystery thrillers“The very epitome of page-turner with a chilling storyline that grips from the first and kept me guessing right up to the heart-racing denouement… STUNNER.” Reader review, ??????????“I devoured this book in 1 day! A suspenseful thriller with plenty of twists.” Reader review, ??????????“Captivating and nail-biting… literally gave me the chills… full of twist and turns… you are always left guessing… story was gripping and gut wrenching. Susan is an amazing protagonist! … I am hooked and can’t wait for the next one! Must read!” Reader review, ??????????“Consumed me, transporting me to a realm of pulse-pounding suspense that lingered long after I finished reading… be prepared to sleep with the lights on…” Reader review, ??????????“Kept me guessing to the end.” Reader review, ??????????“Fast and intense.” Reader review, ??????????“I couldn’t put it down… read this in one sitting… Highly recommended for anyone in search of a pulse-pounding read that will keep them up late into the night.” Reader review, ?????“A pulse-pounding thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… Fans of Robert Dugoni, Gregg Olsen, and Lisa Regan will be riveted by this electrifying novel that delivers twists, turns, and heart-stopping suspense at every corner.” Reader review, ?????“Loved it! … Great characters, a story full of twists, and a surprising ending.” Reader review, ?????“I was on the edge of my seat… I even held my breath at one point. There is a ton of mystery, suspense and action. It was a thrilling roller coaster ride.” Reader review, ?????“I couldn’t put it down and read during every free second I could spare… Wow! I loved this!” Reader review, ?????“I loved this book and the twists were fabulous and unpredictable.” Reader review, ?????“Oh wow! This was a page-turner! The twists and secrets we uncover in this book had me constantly turning the page!” Reader review, ?????“An excellent who-dun-it murder mystery!!… kept me entertained and on my toes the whole time. great ending!!!” Reader review, ?????“Wow!! I think this might be the most terrifying and delicious serial murder story I have read.” WendiReviews, ?????“Suspenseful amazing gripping and twisty…a page turner.” Reader review, ?????
by Philip Eliot | Aug 14, 2026 | 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
by Philip Eliot | Aug 14, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Desperate to find his mate, Simon Le Beau joined the Marines. No matter how badly he wanted his destined female, she wasn’t going to walk up and knock on his door. Maybe a bit of travel while serving his country would bring him a little luck in love.Four years later, he returns home from deployment, trapped in wolf form.Rose O’Leary is a beautiful woman. Raised in foster homes, she fears abandonment and avoids men. Relationships bring nothing but pain.As if they didn’t have enough problems, someone is out to destroy the Le Beau family. What better way to cripple the royal family than to steal their females? And the one they hired wants Rose for himself.
by Philip Eliot | Aug 14, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Meet Marcia Banks…“I’m a normal person. Well, I do have an unusual first name, pronounced Mar-see-a, not Marsha. And an abnormal vocation—I train service dogs for veterans with PTSD.“But otherwise I’m normal… Except I tend to get sucked into other people’s messes, which has led to my unusual avocation—amateur sleuth.”Romp along with Marcia and her four-legged best friend, Buddy through their first three big adventures, plus a bittersweet Christmas tale!In To Kill A Labrador (no dogs die!), Marcia is reunited with her first trainee, a Black Labrador/Rottie mix named Buddy. When his former Marine owner is accused of murdering his wife, Marcia is called in to dog-sit. Outraged that his small town is assuming him guilty until proven innocent, she tries to uncover the real killer. Even after the hunky local sheriff politely tells her to butt out, Marcia keeps poking around…until the killer finally pokes back.In Arsenic and Young Lacy, Marcia deals with a challenging client, a neurotic former Army nurse who is being stalked. When Marcia receives a bizarre warning to stay away from her client and even sweet Lacy is caught up in the stalker’s maliciousness, Marcia is torn. The young woman needs her service dog, and Marcia needs the training fee to bolster her perpetually tight finances, but how can she put her dogs at risk? Not to mention herself…In The Call of The Woof, Marcia’s former client, a motorcycle enthusiast and traumatic brain injury sufferer, is accused of robbery and murder. Marcia and Buddy set out to clear his name, fighting misconceptions about bikers and TBI along the way. Her boyfriend isn’t very happy, though, that she’s putting herself at risk…again…and taking him along on her wild ride.In A Mayfair Christmas Carol, when Mayfair, Florida’s newly-minted Chamber of Commerce goes off the rails and decides to build an ice skating rink for a Christmas extravaganza, a decades-old skeleton is uncovered and its secrets threaten more than the town’s Christmas plans. Marcia is determined to help her police detective boyfriend solve the mystery—whether he wants her help or not. Can she and Buddy keep the ghost of Christmas past from destroying what is left of Mayfair’s founding family?(A Mayfair Christmas Carol is the first of several holiday novellas that are an integral part of the series. They focus more on the town where Marcia lives than on her veteran clients.)
by Philip Eliot | Aug 14, 2026 | Children & Middle Grade |
Does your child dream of being an author when they grow up?Are they bursting with creative ideas but need help turning them into a complete story?Do they want to see their creative ideas come to life in a real book?How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13 is the ultimate guide for young, budding authors! Packed with writing prompts for kids and creative writing techniques, this book gives your child everything they need to write their own book. With 13 easy-to-follow steps, they’ll learn how to turn their imagination into a full-fledged novel—before they’re even out of middle school!Why choose How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13?Practical steps to write their own novel: From brainstorming story ideas to outlining chapters, your child will learn how to write a novel step by step, gaining clarity and confidence along the way.Key elements of storytelling: This book teaches your child how to create unforgettable characters, rich settings, exciting plots, and gripping conflicts that make readers want more.Interactive worksheets: With 40 pages of worksheets included, your child can plot their story, map out their chapters, and learn writing techniques that will bring life to their stories.Tools to outline and structure their book: Help your child build the “bones” of their story by planning out chapters, word count, and key moments. This essential part of the process is made simple with easy-to-follow exercises.Creative writing for kids that keeps them engaged: From crafting climaxes to writing dialogue that sparks, your child will learn how to write a book with all the essential tools in the writer’s toolbox for creating a seamless, page-turning story.Does your kid want to dive deeper into Novel writing? Check out the Write Your Own Book series! This book is part of the series, which also includes:Novel Workbook: Step-by-Step Creative Writing Prompts for KidsMystery: A Kid’s Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Mystery WritingMystery Novel Workbook: Step-by-Step Creative Writing Prompts for KidsEach book in the series is designed to guide young writers through different genres and aspects of storytelling, with step-by-step creative writing prompts and exercises to help bring their ideas to life. While each book stands alone, together, they provide a comprehensive foundation for budding authors.If your child has ever dreamed of writing their own book or diving into the world of publishing, this is the guide for them! Great for school projects, extracurricular activities, or just for fun, this book will excite any aspiring young writer to create their next masterpiece.Start your child’s writing adventure today! Order your copy of How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13 now and watch their creativity take off.
