by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2026 | Dark Romance |
Crossing enemy lines never felt so tempting…LEOPrincess Piper Acevedo, my long-buried teenage crush, resurfaces when I take control of her family’s underworld empire. She’s a temptress, her gaze as dangerous as it is seductive. Though she’s determined to destroy me, I am obsessed with her. Our deceitful game, where I stalk her every move, is playing with fire, but for Piper I’m willing to go to hell and back.Even if it means risking everything.PIPERLeo Rivera, the self-proclaimed king of Palm Springs, stole my family legacy. Despite his devilishly handsome appeal and the devotion he receives from all, I despise him, and I won’t rest until my crown is firmly back in place.They say revenge is a dish best served cold, but I prefer it searing. When I discover he still holds a flame for me, I turn up the heat in a way I know he can’t resist. But the closer I get, the more past feelings resurface, and the game becomes awfully real.I wonder, what if I could have it all— Leo and the crown? But my life has never been that simple.*Check my website for trigger warning.Burning Bridges can be read as a standalone or as book one in the Rivera Brothers series.* Previously published under the pen name A. K. Steel.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2026 | LGBTQ+ |
RyanThe moment I landed in that war zone, I knew I’d made a big mistake. I wasn’t a soldier, and my good intentions almost got me killed. Being wounded and shipped back home to Canada was both a blessing and a curse. I’m safe now, but I can’t stop thinking of the men I left behind. My therapist claims Healing Horses Ranch will help heal my wounds— physical and mental—but I’m not sure how much tranquility and wholesome fresh air I can take. Until I meet a beautiful, shy man who makes moving forward seem almost possible. Can I let go of the past and reach for a future with Simeon?SimeonI’ve made peace with being different from the folks around me. I love my home in Mission City, and if anyone needs something fixed, I’m the guy they call. When the owner of the therapy ranch hires me for a big project, I’m excited to get started. I always work alone, but one of the patients keeps hanging around, and I can’t bear to send him on his way. I can see how much he’s hurting. If helping me helps him, that’s a win for us both. As we share the work, something about that wounded man draws me deeper and deeper in. I’m no therapist, and I have my own issues, so am I a fool to be thinking about a future with a guy who’s likely to leave once he’s healed?Sleigh Bells and Second Chances is a slow-burn, age-gap,hurt/comfort, mid-angst, gay romance novel with a shy handyman, a reckless former gamer, a precocious borrowed kid, and a therapy dog named Tiffany.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2026 | New Adult Romance |
Fake Engagement. Bad-Boy Biker. Small-Town Sparks.Finlay O’Neill’s about to marry the wrong man…until she runs straight into Jude McKenna—her tattooed high school crush.Jude’s back in town to gain custody of his late friend’s son, and a fake engagement with Finlay might be just what he needs to convince the judge he can give the boy a real home.It’s only supposed to be temporary.Until sparks fly, lines blur, and pretending starts to feel dangerously real.Steamy small-town romance with a brooding bad-boy biker and a runaway bride twist.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2026 | Mystery |
First book in the USA Today bestselling Victorian San Francisco Mystery series.It’s the summer of 1879, and Annie Fuller, a young San Francisco widow, is in trouble. Annie’s husband squandered her fortune before committing suicide five years earlier, and one of his creditors is now threatening to take the boardinghouse she owns to pay off a debt.Annie Fuller also possesses a secret. She supplements her income by giving domestic and business advice as Madam Sibyl, one of San Francisco’s most exclusive clairvoyants, and one of Madam Sibyl’s clients, Matthew Voss, has died. The police believe his death was suicide brought upon by bankruptcy, but Annie believes Voss has been murdered and that his assets have been stolen.Nate Dawson wrestles with a difficult decision. As the Voss family lawyer, he would love to prove that Matthew Voss didn’t leave his grieving family destitute. But that would mean working with Annie Fuller, a woman who alternatively attracts and infuriates him as she shatters every notion he ever had of proper ladylike behavior.Sparks fly as Anne and Nate pursue the truth about the murder of Matthew Voss in this light-hearted, cozy historical mystery set in the foggy, gas-lit world of Victorian San Francisco.Maids of Misfortune is the first book in M. Louisa Locke’s USA Today bestselling Victorian San Francisco mystery series, followed by Uneasy Spirits, Bloody Lessons, Deadly Proof, Pilfered Promises, Scholarly Pursuits, and Lethal Remedies. Locke’s shorter works, collected in Victorian San Francisco Stories: Vols 1 and 2, and Victorian San Francisco Novellas, feature beloved minor characters from the series. There are also two boxed sets of the novels, Victorian San Francisco Mysteries: Books 1-4 and Victorian San Francisco Mysteries: Books 5-7.
by Philip Eliot | May 25, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
Bonus chapter included in the eBook edition!????? ‘The chemistry, the tension, the banter. The SPICE? Perfection.’‘Such a fun, spicy read with a great blend of heart and heat, all wrapped up in a fake-dating pact that had me giggling! Dom was a top candidate for my next book boyfriend.’ Emma Lucy, bestselling author of Live, Ranch, LoveFake-dating has never been so hot.Celebrity news anchor Olivia’s live-streamed marriage proposal ends in public humiliation — her almost-fiancé Rex says no.Desperate to escape, Liv flees to Hawaii. Stunning sunsets and ocean views will help her plan her next move. Only to find Rex there too . . . with his new girlfriend!And when Liv locks herself out of her rental, wearing nothing but red lacy underwear, she knows things definitely can go from bad to worse.Until she’s rescued by gorgeous and mysterious surfer, Dom, who looks like he’s walked straight out of the ocean and into Liv’s fantasies!Their not-so-meet-cute turns out to be the perfect solution to get back at Rex — a fake date. The plan is foolproof. Dom needs a distraction. Liv needs revenge.But the more Liv and Dom fake it, the more the kisses start to feel a little too real — and in paradise, playing pretend has never been so tempting . . .TROPES:?? Spicy Romance ?? Friends-to-lovers?? Fake-dating?? Cinnamon roll hero?? Forced proximity?? Opposites attract?? Holiday romanceWith sizzling chemistry and spicy tropical nights, this swoonworthy rom-com is perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Susie Tate, Carrie Elks, Emma Lucy, Laurie Gilmore, Emily Henry and Bal Khabra.Readers are already falling for The Best Wrong Move:‘LOVED IT! That ending — genius!’ Bestselling author Rachael Stewart‘If you love destination romance with spice, you will not want to miss The Best Wrong Move.’ Libby Tanner, author of Better than Gelato‘A swoony, steamy romance that will transport you to paradise.’ Linny Mack, author of Changing Tides????? ‘A perfect escape . . . this book delivers in every way. Highly recommended!’????? ‘I loved both main characters, their chemistry was chef’s kiss perfect, and the backdrop of Hawaii was gorgeous. High praise from this reader!’????? ‘From the very first chapter, I was hooked. The surprises just kept coming . . . If you love romance with humour, heart, and a swoon-worthy love interest, The Best Wrong Move is a must read!’????? ‘It’s so much fun and is a cute retelling of Forgetting Sarah Marshall . . . I loved this book and couldn’t put it down.’????? ‘It’s the kind of story that leaves you laughing, swooning, and fully invested in their journey to love, all set against the dreamy backdrop of Hawaii’s tropical heat.’????? ‘Perfect holiday reading . . . Loved it.’
