by Philip Eliot | Aug 3, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
When the woman of his dreams walks through his door, it seems too good to be true…
World famous metal artist Gabe Walker is elated when the woman he’s loved since high school strolls into his workshop to ask him out on a date. But there’s a catch—it’s with another woman. Gabe has no trouble saying no to that date, but with Chantel? The answer’s always hell yes.
With two failed relationships behind her, Chantel Chandler wants to keep things light. She’s recently back in Whiskey River, Texas, and is determined to pick up the pieces of her life. But her casual friendship with Gabe quickly combusts into an intensely hot affair with an unexpected surprise…a pregnancy.
Chantel would love to be a mom, but she needs to be loved for herself first. Gabe says he’s all in, but how can she trust again when she’s been let down so many times?
by Philip Eliot | Aug 3, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
One letter changed my life.One night with him might change my forever. Inheriting a beach house in a small town you’ve never heard of is less than ideal.Falling for the broody bar owner who hates me because he wants the house? Even worse.I came to Carrington Cove for one reason—to renovate the home I knew nothing about, sell it, and get back to my life in D.C. and my multi-million dollar business.There was nothing on the agenda about falling for Dallas, the sexy former Marine who chastises me about my manners and withholds how to fend off the murderous geese on my property.Fighting with him becomes our own messed up form of foreplay. But his tongue? Turns out it has other talents than just sparring with me verbally.Our banter turns to moans in the dark, our arguments turn to learning more about each other, and the closer we get, the more I question whether I’m meant to stay here with the man I’m falling for.Until one night, I realize that he and I share a connection neither one of us could have seen coming.Would I leave this town feeling more lost in my life than ever before?Or was it possible that I finally found somewhere I belong?
by Philip Eliot | Aug 3, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Looking for a fresh start, Miranda relocates from Santa Clara to a new home near the picturesque Henry Coe State Park. On her morning trail run, Miranda discovers the body of her neighbor, Burt Roop. The unfortunate label of “Princess of Death” seems to have followed her into the countryside, and she soon finds herself embroiled in the search for the real killer. The list of suspects includes her live-in boyfriend Jason, the victim’s wife, and a mysterious real-life princess. Together with her friends Margo, Wanda and Lyanne, can Miranda find the murderer before another life is lost?
by Philip Eliot | Aug 3, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Small-town secrets, a hidden predator, and a relentless detective collide in this dark psychological crime thriller set in Sweet Home, Oregon. BookFest Gold Medal for Best Police Procedural/Female Detective.A stolen hammer. A dead suspect. A terrifying trail of murder.Sweet Home, Oregon. Detective Lacey James needs to solve her marriage problems. But with her focus on a culprit escaping after a robbery call, she’s alarmed when she discovers his getaway car hides a chilling collection of rope, gloves, zip ties, and a gun. But her success in hunting him down turns into horror when the man grabs a firearm, killing a fellow officer before himself.As her only lead lies silent on a slab, the dedicated investigator’s suspicions are confirmed after discovering a woman connected to the case is missing. And fearing time is running out for the kidnapped victim, Lacey follows clues to a gruesome scene warning her she might already be too late.Can she unravel the truth before the morgue claims another corpse?Find Her is the nail-biting first book in the Lacey James small-town crime thriller series. If you like sharp-witted heroines, frightening psychopaths, and eye-popping twists, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Chris Patchell’s riveting tale of suspense.__________________________________Praise for Find Her:????? “Find Her has all the earmarks of a top-notch psychological thriller.”????? “This fantastic small-town crime thriller is well-written with interesting storylines that captivate your attention the entire time.”????? “Excellent detective work by Lacey James, I loved her dedication to solve the crime and not give up on finding her.”????? “It is a cleverly plotted story with plenty of drama, both crime and personal, some angst, mystery, and thrilling suspense that brings you to the edge of your seat.”????? “Lacey James is very relatable as a modern woman who does her job well while trying to hold everything together in her personal life.”????? “Lacey is strong, smart, and capable.”????? “The view into the mind of Noah was interesting and chilling.”????? “I love the small-town start to the first book in the Lacey James series. What starts out as a robbery sure takes a dark turn.”????? “Officer Lacey James is a great character – tough, believable, tenacious.”????? “This is a very good start to the Lacey James series.”
by Philip Eliot | Aug 3, 2026 | Fantasy |
This morning, I’m worried I might lose my business and my flat. This afternoon? I’m worried I might be losing my mind…I’ve been struggling to keep my little bookshop afloat for years, and closure seems inevitable—until a mysterious letter arrives on my doorstep. Apparently, I’ve inherited a crumbling hotel from a grandmother I never even knew, complete with long-term residents who redefine “quirky.” Especially Silas—the brooding, infuriatingly hot recluse who always wears black and never opens the curtains.In a moment of frustration, I slip on my grandmother’s old mood ring. Pro tip? Maybe don’t try on emotionally reactive magical jewellery while having a meltdown—unless you want your kitchen to catch fire.That’s when things get properly weird.Turns out, the hotel is a magical portal. Not just to one world… but many. And someone—or something—is willing to do anything to take it.Now I’m fighting for my new home, my found family, and a future I never asked for… armed with zero training and a flair for chaos.A Hidden Witch’s Spell For Making a Tiny Giant Mighty is Book One in a A Broken Hotel for Magical Misfits series that’s custom-made for lovers of strong heroines, quirky magical characters and found family all woven together with heart, humour and action-packed adventure. And that’s to say nothing of the slow-burn romance that spans the series…
