by Philip Eliot | May 4, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Plagued by nightmares of a past murder, a Philadelphia detective must find the true killer in a crime novel that “starts with a bang and doesn’t let up” (Booklist).Having come of age on the mob-controlled streets of 1960’s South Philly, Detective Mike Coletti learned early to walk the fine line between cops and criminals. That skill served him well during his thirty-one years in homicide. But it never stopped the nightmares.Ten years ago, Coletti arrested a priest for a grizzly triple murder in a Catholic church. The screams in the sanctuary still haunt his dreams, as do terrifying hints that justice was never served. Now, on the eve of Coletti’s retirement, the priest is about to be executed—and a final nightmare reveals the truth. And Coletti’s private nightmare come true as the real killer reemerges to turn Philadelphia upside down . . .To stop the execution of an innocent man, Coletti must catch a mysterious killer who calls himself the Angel of Death. As the chase winds through art galleries and gritty streets, ancient prophecies and holy ground, the game intensifies, cultures collide, and Philly’s best detective is forced to face his nightmarish past—a past that could very well destroy him.
by Philip Eliot | May 4, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Buddy Steel’s maverick behavior as a police officer has won his commander’s respect and a promotion to LAPD homicide detective. Almost immediately, he is asked to join a task force working to bust a major meth shipment to LA from Mexico. One of the two undercover agents on the case has gotten himself killed by the Mexican cartel but not before spilling that a female agent is deeply enmeshed within their organization. The agent in question—Kara Machado—barely learns that her true identity may soon be exposed to the cartel when she is whisked abruptly to their family compound in Mexico, cut off from any communication with the outside world.But Buddy has personal history with Kara, and he’s determined to bring her home safely. Enlisting the aid of three friends from his military days and working through back channels, Buddy launches an off-the-books foreign invasion to find not only Kara but also the storage location of the drugs bound for LA. With the odds and time against them, Buddy and his team know it will take a miracle to accomplish either objective—and another to get them all out alive.
by Philip Eliot | May 4, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Winner of the 2025 Silver Falchion Award for Best ComedyMagazine crafts editor Anastasia Pollack may finally be able to pay off the remaining debt she found herself saddled with when her duplicitous first husband dropped dead in a Las Vegas casino. But as Anastasia has discovered, nothing in her life is ever straightforward. Strings are always attached. Thanks to the success of an unauthorized true crime podcast, a television production company wants to option her life—warts and all—as a reluctant amateur sleuth.Is such exposure worth a clean financial slate? Anastasia isn’t sure, but at the same time, rumors are flying about layoffs at the office. Whether she wants national exposure or not, Anastasia may be forced to sign on the dotted line to keep from standing in the unemployment line. But the dead bodies keep coming, and they’re not in the script.Craft tips included.
by Philip Eliot | May 4, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Small-town crimes? Sheepdog sleuth? Quirky humor? This boxed set has it all.When a daring dog rescue leaves Ivy Galloway with a concussion, she flees to her hometown to open an inn on a quaint hobby farm. But her fresh start goes sideways fast when a brilliant border collie named Keats sniffs out a body in the rye field.That’s just the beginning.With a canine sidekick digging up clues and her own talent for coaxing secrets out of suspects, this former HR exec finds herself chasing down killers, wrangling feisty livestock, and navigating life in a town where everyone knows your business… and your alibi.From sabotaged celebrations to century-old scandals, Clover Grove isn’t short on drama. Good thing Ivy has backup from a fearless cat-dog duo, loyal friends and family, and a ruggedly handsome police chief who wants her to stay out of his investigations.If you enjoy clean cozy mysteries with quirky animals, small-town secrets, and characters who feel like friends, this series is perfect for your next binge. Start the adventure with this special collection featuring the first three full-length books in the Bought-the-Farm series: Dogcatcher in the Rye, Dark Side of the Moo, and A Streak of Bad Cluck.Grab some peach pie, settle in, and enjoy the chaos.
by Philip Eliot | May 4, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
What do you get when you have a renegade Greek Goddess, a fiery witch, a toddler dragon, a fae child, and a temperamental teenage bogeyman in one house?Chaos.Not literally, of course. Ellie – or more accurately, the Greek Goddess formerly known as Eleos – left the true embodiment of Chaos behind when she abandoned the Greek Pantheon for the mortal world.Spilt milk, giant sunflowers and random spot fires are just par for the course when you’re raising Halflings, the outcasts of the magickal world. Fortunately for Ellie, she has Clara – the first Halfling she adopted – to help navigate the thin line between the mortal and magickal worlds.A new Halfling’s arrival brings more challenges than expected when a legend from Ellie’s past emerges, determined to destroy the newborn. Trusting strangers is not in Ellie’s skillset, but even this immortal Goddess needs to learn a thing or two if she’s going to protect her own from those who would rather they didn’t exist.Follow Ellie and her brood as they navigate the everyday hassles of life, the extraordinary battles with the magickal, and uncover the mysteries of the town they call home, Briarmoor.This series is perfect for anyone who loves heartfelt and hilarious stories about found family, protective mama bears, diverse magic and creatures, slow-burn fade-to-black romance, and LGBTQIA+ representation.***Finalist in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards in 2024***Readers have fallen in love with The Briarmoor Chronicles, now it’s your turn!’This is an adorable cozy urban fantasy and I loved it! Pick this up if you want a feel-good read with action, adventure, a touch of romance, and of course, magic’ ?????’This story has romance and fantasy in the best mix of action and drama you could ask for. I cannot wait for Book #2!! Well worth the wait’ ?????’I am so glad that I took a chance on an indie author and now eagerly await the release of the next book’ ?????’Awesome book. I did cry though, more than once. The love, friendship, and family is just amazing. I need to read the rest. I’m hooked’ ?????The Briarmoor Chronicles: Halfling House Origins – PrequelWelcome to Halfling House – Book OneMerry Magickal Mischief – Christmas StoryRescued by Halfling House – Book TwoSanctuary at Halfling House – Book Three
