by Philip Eliot | Jul 29, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Matchmaking guru Kennedy Pepperdine’s life is perfect. Perfect job. Perfect friends. Perfect boyfriend. Except…when she gets trapped in an elevator with a handsome stranger, she accidentally confesses a secret: maybe her perfect boyfriend, Justin, isn’t so perfect for her after all. But a matchmaker should be able to successfully match herself, right? Thankfully, she’ll never see the handsome stranger again. Until she heads home with Justin for the holidays and learns that the sexy stranger is none other than Justin’s older brother, Matt. Matt Ellis is trying to be on his best behavior for his mother—it is Christmas, after all. But when he recognizes the beautiful woman from the elevator—the one he hasn’t been able to stop thinking about for months—his best behavior is being held by a thread. Matt’s always sacrificed for his family, and nothing is more important than their happiness, but the more time he spends around Kennedy, the more he wonders if her supposed “right match” might just be the wrong brother.Each book in the Anyone But You series is a standalone, full-length story that can be enjoyed out of order.Series Order:Book #1 – Fiance by FateBook #2 – Wedding Date for Hire Book #3 – Wrong Brother, Right Match
by Philip Eliot | Jul 29, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
He never expected to return to his hometown, but now he can’t leave her behind again. Dr. Dalton Hart left his small Southern beach town fifteen years ago to become a Navy SEAL. Now he’s back, and Sandy Point is buzzing over his return. He thought he came home to help his family, but his oldest brother will barely speak to him and his childhood friend is trying to avoid him. Worse, if he wants to stay, he’ll have to face the secret that’s haunted him ever since he left. Brooke Garcia can’t believe this ripped, blue-eyed SEAL is back in her life or that she’s stuck working with him. She’s no stranger to smooth-talking hometown heroes—she married one, and he broke her heart. Now a single mom, she doesn’t have time to indulge in walks down memory lane. Brooke never forgave Dalton for the way he left town without even saying good-bye, and she’s not interested in making amends. But soul mates have a way of finding you…even when you’re not ready. A small-town reunion romance.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 29, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
A teacher trying to hide in the shadows finds himself embroiled in a murder investigation in this compelling and fresh read from a new unique, contemporary voice.Greg Abimbola is a language teacher at the prestigious Calderhill Academy in Pittsburgh. Only that’s not his real name . . . or the only secret he’s hiding.When the murder of a wealthy parent on school premises shines an unwanted spotlight on Calderhill Academy, Greg is determined to avoid attention.That is until the closest person to a true friend Greg has is arrested for the murder. To prove her innocence, Greg will reluctantly emerge from the shadows. But doing so will put him in danger. His past is determined to find him . . . and his past is full of bad things.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 29, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
A BRAND-NEW romantic, Spring getaway read from bestseller Jennifer Bohnet, set in the South of France ??? Perfect for the fans of Jill Mansell and Fern Britton.?? ?Can a talented chef and a group of writers rediscover joy—and perhaps even create new beginnings?Eight months after suddenly closing its doors, Michelin-starred chef and Villa Celestia proprietor Guy Lyon is almost ready to begin again. When his friend Sandy Thoreau asks to rent the villa on the French Riviera for a last-minute women’s writing retreat, Guy reluctantly agrees.As Villa Celestia reopens, Guy is swept into the orbit of an eclectic group of writers. Helena and her friend Mandy are tackling their debut novels, Isobel is polishing a cosy crime novel, Liz hopes to reignite her creativity, self-published Lorraine seeks guidance, and Becky… well, Becky plays by her own rules.Amid sun-drenched days, shared meals, and creative breakthroughs, friendships flourish and unexpected connections form. Together, they discover fresh inspiration, bold new directions, and the courage to turn the page.An uplifting, escapist journey to the South of France, full of warmth, possibility, and new beginnings.Praise for Jennifer Bohnet:’With an idyllic French Riviera backdrop and a heartfelt story of second chances, romantic love and the importance of family – joyously uplifting.’ – Kate Frost’Unputdownable, a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship in the glorious south of France. What’s not to love!’ – Lucy Coleman’I couldn’t stop myself from turning the pages and read it in one sitting. I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended!’ – Alison SherlockA beautifully written and heart-warming tale of family and friendship’ – Jessica Redland’There is much joy in this story, tempered with some bittersweet memories, but I can promise that you’ll be left feeling both joyous and uplifted. Highly recommended.’ – Reader Review’No surprises here. Just two sweet romances in a dream-come-true story. Not soppy sweet, just charmingly so. Perfect for a rainy day on the couch or a sunny day on a patio.’ – Reader Review’I absolutely love Jennifer’s stories, the characters and storyline’s are superb and she always leaves us wanting more.’ – Reader Review’ I couldn’t put it down it’s definitely a page turner.’ – Reader Review’What a lovely, happy story. Full of the ups and downs of life, but with a happy ending full of love and promise . Thank you.’ – Reader Review
by Philip Eliot | Jul 29, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
‘Such a delightful cozy mystery! The charming setting, lovable characters, and clever whodunit made this an absolute joy to read’ Reader review ?????’Such a good story, I couldn’t put it down’ Reader review ????? Sacré bleu! As the local village market is in full swing, get ready to stock up on the best products the south of France has to offer, from mouth-watering pastries, to fragrant lavender soap, and second-hand books … and another mystery for amateur sleuth Zoe Pascal to solve! The delightful town of Sainte-Catherine, nestled in the heart of Provence, is preparing for the May bank holiday. The cobbled village square will be packed with stalls of the French market, selling wines, cheese, and other local products. Zoe Pascal, who runs the bookshop, is ready for a busy weekend recommending books to tourists and locals alike. But the festivities have barely begun before Zoe and her loyal companion, Russell the dog, discover a body in an abandoned house behind her bookshop. The police are quick to decide that they’re investigating a murder. And as they’re unable to identify the body, they recruit Zoe to help solve the case. Is there a killer lurking in the bustling streets of Sainte-Catherine? Who in the village is hiding something? It’s up to Zoe to find out, before time runs out…Don’t miss The French Market Murder, another utterly delightful and cozy murder mystery novel, perfect for fans of Clare Chase and T.A. Williams.Readers love The French Village Mystery series: ‘A delightful, original and cleverly plotted murder mystery with a rich sense of place that made me feel I had been transported to the quaint charm of Southern France’ A.A. Chaudhuri ‘A delight from start to finish’ Reader review ????? ‘A murder mystery that is heartwarming, cosy and delightfully bookish’ Jamie West ‘With memorable characters and a rich sense of place, this book is perfect for fans of cosy whodunits’ Reader review ????? ‘Combines the charm of a Provençal setting with a cleverly plotted puzzle that will keep readers guessing until the final page’ Tim Stretton ‘Utterly enjoyable’ Reader review ????? ‘Colourful characters, a beautifully drawn location and a mystery within a mystery make this an eminently satisfying cosy’ Neil Daws
