by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Contemporary Romance |
Bestselling author Morgan Elizabeth of Tis the Season for Revenge delivers Tourist Trap, a small-town, age-gap, grumpy-sunshine, ex’s-older-brother romance set in Seaside Point, a fictional beach town.What you’ll find:Grumpy sunshine with loads of banterShe moves into her ex’s older brother’s houseSummer bucket listsSummer in a small shore townClaire:A summer in a tourist trap is exactly what I need. A single summer of fun before I finally buckle down and decide on what I want to do with the rest of my life. So when my best friend suggested I spend the summer as a lifeguard in Seaside Point I jumped at the opportunity.I was ready for a summer of uncomplicated fun, so imagine my surprise when my ex’s older brother owns the house I want to rent a room in. Not only is Miles the guy I used to have the biggest crush on, he refuses to give me the time of day.Miles:I have enough on my plate trying to save up what I need to buy my brother out of the house we inherited by the end of the summer. I definitely don’t need the distraction of my brother’s gorgeous ex prancing around my house. But for some reason I still can’t understand, I agreed to let her rent a room and now she’s prancing around in her little bathing suits, flirting with me endlessly, and making me a summer bucket list because she thinks I can’t have fun.I don’t mess with tourists, and I surely don’t mess with my brother’s exes, but just like the moon and its effect on tides, I can’t escape her pull on me. Will I be able to survive this summer with her, or will I get distracted and lose it all?
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Dark Romance |
An epic story of forbidden love by K.M. Scott, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Heart of Stone and Club X Series!One of the richest men in the world, Robert Erickson bought and sold all he wanted. People were no exception, including me, a penniless fighter. He found me living in a single room by day and fighting in the underground bouts by night.I was to be family, the son he never had. So he brought me to his home, but he had one rule: Don’t touch his daughters.The first time I met Serena I knew I’d never be able to obey that rule. Beautiful and good, she was everything I’d ever dreamed of.Our love was forbidden, but that only made her more tempting. Being with her could mean the end of me. I knew that and still I couldn’t stay away.LOOK FOR IF YOU FIGHT (CORRUPTED LOVE #2) AND IF WE FALL (CORRUPTED LOVE #3) TOO!
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
Small-town romance Single mum / Single dad Friends-to-lovers Slow burn Cosy bookshop vibes Second chances Found familyShe’s sworn off romance.But this summer, love might rewrite her story . . .Single mum Carrie Worsley doesn’t need another disappointment — she needs a fresh start.So when she’s offered the chance to run her great-aunt’s romance bookshop in the Cornish seaside town of Castle Cove, she packs up her six-year-old daughter and takes the leap.Secret beaches. Golden sunsets. And The Happily Ever After Bookshop — a pastel-pink sanctuary filled with stories of second chances.But it’s only temporary.Until she meets Michael — the quiet, brooding, local bookbinder with kind eyes and an adorably chaotic dog!Michael isn’t looking for forever. Carrie doesn’t believe in it anymore. But stolen glances turn into slow-burn tension. Friendly coffees become lingering touches. And suddenly the chemistry isn’t just fictional — it’s undeniable.Between sea-salted evenings, cinnamon-scented mornings, and long afternoons lost among the shelves, Carrie begins to wonder . . .What if this time, the love story is hers?A heartwarming, small-town romance full of second chances, found family, and cosy bookshop vibes. Perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore, Harper Graham, Jo Bartlett, Ellie Henderson, Jessica Redland and Mandy BaggotReaders love A New Start at the Happily Ever After Bookshop:????? ‘This was the sweetest cozy romance I’ve read in a while. . . I highly recommend this book.’????? ‘This is just the most gorgeous read . . . oh and did I not get to the animals in this book. haha well, you’ve won me over for them alone.’????? ‘This was the sweetest love story . . . I also loved the kids and the animal sidekicks! Monty and Tabitha, oh gosh! Loved it very much.’????? ‘This was such a cute read . . . great cast of characters. I loved Carrie and Michael’s chemistry and I wanted them to have their happy ending. I highly recommend it and I look forward to reading more by the author.’????? ‘The sweetest story that I have read and I didn’t want it to end I was enjoying it so much.’????? ‘A comforting feel good book.’????? ‘Gorgeous romance with some pretty fun characters.’????? ‘What a lovely, feel-good book. I really enjoyed this . . . Perfect ending . . . and now I want to go to Cornwall!’
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
Escape to the Lakes with MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Jessica Redland for a BRAND NEW uplifting story of friendship and second chances ?Every book in the Escape to the Lakes Series can be read as a standalone ?It’s never too late to find yourself… After unexpectedly losing her husband, Yvonne Kellerman’s world turns quiet and grey. Five years on, her days are filled with the gentle chatter of her loyal parrot, Trevor, and the comfort of her crafting table—but she can’t shake the feeling that life is slipping her by and Yvonne feels lost and lonelier than ever.Joining the local crafting club at Willowdale Village Hall, Yvonne expects nothing more than a few afternoons of sewing. Instead, amongst the other local crafters, she discovers friendship, laughter and a renewed appreciation for her gorgeous Lake District home. It’s a reminder that she isn’t alone and, with each new stitch, her confidence returns, and so does her belief that it’s never too late for fresh starts and new beginnings.When a familiar face from her past reappears, Yvonne finds herself standing at a crossroads: will she protect her heart, or embrace the chance to love—and truly live—again?A heartwarming story of friendship, courage, and second chances by the multi-million copy bestseller Jessica Redland.Praise for Jessica Redland:’Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart’ Nicola May’A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside.’ Julie Caplin’I enjoyed a wonderful escape to the Lake District in this tale of loss, love and rediscovery.’ Gillian Harvey’A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location… Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous, beautifully written story.’ Katie Ginger’I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns’ Heidi Swain’The Hedgehog Hollow series is a tonic I’d recommend for everyone. There is so much to make you smile in Jessica’s stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.’ Jo Bartlett‘An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and again.’ Sarah Bennett’A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.’ Samantha Tonge’Hedgehog Hollow is a wonderful series that has found a special place of its own deep in the hearts of readers, including mine.’ Jennifer Bohnet’A warm hug of a book. I never wanted to leave Hedgehog Hollow.’ Della Galton’A heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love. I adored it.’ Jenni Keer’I fell in love with this story from page one.’ Helen Rolfe ‘A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.’ Beth Moran’A warm-hearted and beautiful book. Jessica Redland doesn’t shy away from the fact that life can be difficult, but she reminds us that we all can find love, hope and joy again.’ Sian O’Gorman
by Philip Eliot | May 21, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
From the sunburnt plains of Outback Australia to the misty shores of the Isle of Skye, two women’s fates are intertwined by heartbreak, mystery, and the relentless pull of destiny.2024: Ingrid Sloane is burnt-out. When the opportunity for a break from her nursing career in Australia finally arrives, she is drawn to visit the Isle of Skye, her grandmother’s birthplace. But a chance meeting with Fergus, a local Scot, and his nephew, Callum, leads to an unexpected discovery—a bundle of pale blue aerogrammes. The suggestion of a long-lost love touches Ingrid, and with Callum’s help, she embarks on a quest to reunite the authors of the intriguing letters.1990: Lucy Pellegreen found the perfect life on the Isle of Skye—a man she adored and a future brimming with possibilities. But when a family emergency sends her home to the Australian Outback, the precious letters from Scotland become the only reminder of the love waiting there. Before she can return, one tragic twist changes everything, leaving her lost to the past in more ways than one.Will Ingrid’s search for answers lead to her own happiness? Or is history doomed to repeat itself?
