by Philip Eliot | May 7, 2026 | Fantasy |
She controls the seas. Her sister controls the flames.Together, they rule as god-queens over their Polynesian island paradise. No mortal army can stand against their power. Power, matched only by their pride. But when civil war erupts between them, there may soon be no kingdom left to rule.The Sea Queen Namaka and her fiery sister, Pele, embark on a relentless quest for dominance, leaving devastation in their wake, and attracting attention from the merfolk who rule the deep. As Namaka turns the fury of the sea on her sister, wreaking untold devastation on the land and under the sea, she earns the ire of the mer kingdoms. Their answer: turn Namaka into one of them. Possessed by a mermaid spirit, she is drawn into battles in their alien world.Amidst battles that span both land and sea, Namaka must confront the consequences of her choices and navigate the treacherous waters of power, betrayal, and redemption.The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance between two sisters.“Everything is grandiose and mythic as befitting Matt Larkin’s other work with the Norse Gods and Olympians … It doesn’t feel modern and thus it manages to feel timeless.”— C.T. Phipps, Author Cthulhu ArmageddonHeirs of Mana is an epic melding Polynesian myths, Pacific Islander folklore, and dark fantasy in a world of endless ocean. This is a dark mythological retelling filled with gods and monsters from the Oceanic world. It serves as a prequel to The Ragnarök Prophecy and a sequel to Tapestry of Fate.What readers are saying:“An extraordinary rendering of Polynesian Myth. As with the Norse part of the cycle, an enormous amount of research has gone into it. Which, together with some sublime storytelling, makes for a more interesting and enjoyable read. It astonishes me that Matt Larkin has such intricate knowledge of both Nordic as Polynesian mythologies.” -Amazon Review ?????“Matt Larkin, is arguably the current master of the Mythic Legend genre. He has created the far reaching Eschaton Cycle that interweaves religions, myths, and legends of cultures and people through out time and across the face of the Earth as we know it.” -Amazon Review ?????“After reading this book, I can not wait to read the rest, and not just this series, but other series by Matt Larkin.. He might just be my new favorite author, as I adore books based upon mythology and history.” -Amazon Review ?????“It is bloody great. A really fresh, different take on fantasy that sidesteps the usual tropes and tired mechanisms. A gritty, visceral epic inspired by and borrowing from Polynesian roots. There is a wide cast of powerful and flawed characters, the story following the ties and conflicts between sisters and their catastrophic consequences. Thrilling stuff, and I’ll be buying the next book!” -Amazon Review ?????“I don’t know a lot about polynesian mythology, but I know enough to say that this book manages to capture it superbly and turn it into a compelling and highly-entertaining story.” -Amazon Review ?????Note: This book contains adult themes and mature content
by Philip Eliot | May 7, 2026 | Science Fiction |
THE QUIET — A Post-Apocalyptic Military Thriller97% of humanity vanished overnight.No explosions. No war. No bodies.Just… silence.Cole was trained for chaos.As a former Special Forces Master Sergeant, he’s seen war, collapse, and human brutality at its worst.But nothing prepared him for this.Cities stand empty. Highways are frozen in time. Entire populations—gone without a trace.And whatever caused it… isn’t finished.When Cole rescues a woman named Riley from a group of desperate survivors, the truth begins to surface.This wasn’t a virus.This wasn’t a natural disaster.This was planned.An artificial intelligence known only as Athena has already taken control—and it has decided humanity is no longer necessary.Now, something unseen is hunting the last survivors.Watching. Learning. Adapting.And it’s getting closer.Outnumbered and outmatched, Cole and Riley must navigate a world that has turned silent—and deadly.Because survival isn’t enough anymore.They have to fight back.? Perfect for fans of:Jack CarrThe Terminal ListEMP and post-apocalyptic survival fictionAI thrillers and near-future warfareThe Quiet is a gripping, high-stakes thriller about survival, loyalty, and the terrifying consequences of the technology we create.
by Philip Eliot | May 7, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
The BRAND NEW, deliciously romantic feel-good read from BESTSELLING author of So This Is Christmas, Helen Rolfe. Perfect for fans of Shari Low, Heidi Swain and Cathy Bramley Only a taste of home can heal old wounds ??? ??When sisters Addie and Susanna receive invitations to a memorial for their Aunt Gayle, they’re heartbroken to learn the woman who raised them has passed away. But arriving on Anchor Island, they’re met with the shock of their lives: Gayle is alive and well, busily preparing her own ‘Celebration of Life’ at her beloved pudding bar, The Sweet Life Café.Agreeing to stay for the event, the sisters begin sorting through their late father’s belongings, reopening wounds they thought long buried, and forcing them to reflect on their lives since leaving the island. Addie is struggling as a single mother, torn between love for her son and doubts about the life she can give him. Susanna’s marriage is crumbling, and being back on the island only reminds her why she couldn’t wait to escape.But as Gayle prepares gooey brownies, steaming lattes and delicious cakes for her customers, and for her big event, she is hiding secrets of her own – including one that could change everything the sisters thought they knew about their family…Praise for Helen Rolfe:’A gorgeous story of love, loss, best friends and unbreakable bonds. It truly melted my heart’ Shari Low‘I really loved this book! I ended up devouring it all in just two sittings…’ Jo Bartlett‘Helen Rolfe is an absolute specialist at building cosy communities and making me want to live there. I want the characters as my friends!’ Sue Moorcroft’A beautiful tale exploring the bonds of family and friendship and how strong these are when tested. Loved it’ Jessica Redland‘This incredibly special book celebrates friendship. It is rich with perfectly flawed characters and relatable themes that had me visiting many emotions. Ultimately, it’s perfect and I can highly recommend it’ ?????????? Reader Review‘ This is an excellent book, it will take your emotion on a roller coaster ride’ ?????????? Reader Review’Good book throughout, couldn’t put it down. Loved how it ended’ ?????????? Reader Review’It’s a Helen Rolfe book, so it’s worthy of nothing less than five stars!’ ?????????? Reader Review‘Barely a chapter in and I was hooked and knew I’d love it’ ?????????? Reader Review‘I have never read anything by Helen Rolfe before but I really enjoyed this book. I was hooked from the first chapter, I loved the setting of the story’ ?????????? Reader Review‘A must read!!’ ?????????? Reader Review‘Brilliant characters, a great storyline and an absolute delight to read’ ?????????? Reader Review
by Philip Eliot | May 7, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
Welcome to Hartport, Maine—where small-town faith runs deep, love doesn’t come easy, and God isn’t finished with anyone yet.Set in a close-knit coastal community, this six-book Christian romance collection weaves together stories of forgiveness, second chances, healing, and the courage it takes to love.Book 1 – Forgive and RememberA guarded kindergarten teacher and a single father charged with protecting his daughter find themselves drawn together—until the secret she’s been hiding threatens everything they’re building.Book 2 – A Good Day to LiveAfter a near-fatal accident brings them together, a compassionate paramedic and a woman battling deep darkness must decide whether healing also means letting love—and hope—back in.Book 3 – No Time to WinWhen false accusations put her career at risk, a driven basketball coach turns to the one man she trusts, forcing her to question what success really means—and what she’s willing to lose.Book 4 – Bridge to the PresentA grieving widower stuck in the past and a free-spirited wilderness guide living fully in the present discover that honoring lost love doesn’t mean giving up on a future one.Book 5 – A Good Man Is Hard to LoseReunited by faith and a stubborn matchmaker, a divorced couple must face addiction, forgiveness, and whether love can truly be restored after everything has fallen apart.Book 6 – Picture ImperfectWhen a carefully constructed life collapses, a perfection-driven woman and the boy she once loved embark on a truth-seeking journey that could finally set them free—or cost her everything.This complete six-book Christian romance series is perfect for fans of Jessie Gussman, Jennifer Rodewald, and Valerie M. Bodden who love faith-filled small-town stories with depth, hope, and happily-ever-afters.
by Philip Eliot | May 7, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
He’s so much more than just a handyman. A fixer upper brings two lonely souls together in this small-town inspirational romance.Charlotte Taylor isn’t good at playing it safe. Reeling from the sudden loss of her job and her beloved grandmother, Charlotte knows buying a dilapidated cottage in Gordon Falls isn’t exactly practical. Especially since she just hired the one man who may love the property more than she does to help renovate it.Volunteer firefighter and part-time contractor Jesse Sykes can’t stay mad at Charlotte for very long. Though she snatched up the home he’d planned on purchasing, Charlotte’s dreams are big enough for both of them . . . if only she’d let him in. Charlotte promised she’d never fall for a first responder, but is it already too late?Gordon Falls:Hearts ablaze in a small town
