by Philip Eliot | Jun 7, 2026 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
I came to Saltford Bay for a fresh start. I didn’t expect it to come with a big, broody orc who thinks smiling is a crime and I’m a disaster waiting to happen. He might be right. I might also want to kiss him. Both can be true.Newly divorced and armed with nothing but grit, strong coffee and a Pinterest board full of impossible dreams, my plans to renovate a crumbling seaside lodge are jeopardized by the town’s grumpiest, greenest contractor.Gerralt Banesman is big, broody, and allergic to conversation. I’m sunshine, sass, and a walking chaos magnet. Our first meeting ended with spilled wood stain, sharp words, and one very offended orc.But when a shady rival sets his sights on my lodge, Gerralt steps in with calloused hands and a scowl that might be hiding a heart of gold. The more time we spend together, the more I start to suspect there’s something under that gruff exterior than tusks and bad attitude. Something warm, protective, maybe a little bit dangerous and one hundred percent sexy.And the real problem? I’m starting to like it.Welcome to Saltford Bay, where monsters are real, neighbors are nosy, and true love comes with claws.? Perfect for readers who love: cozy chaos, grumpy/sunshine banter, fated mates, and orcs who know how to build things that last, with both wood and heart ?Falling for the Grumpy Orc is book one of the Monsters of Saltford Bay series: cozy, steamy, low-angst small-town romance packed with hilarious banter and one tusked, grumpy orc worth melting for. Every book is a standalone with its own happily-ever-after, and there are eight ready to binge, with more on the way. Intended for mature readers.One-click now and fall for Saltford Bay’s grumpiest orc.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
“A small coterie of retired cops jumps at the chance to solve the mystery of the neighbor’s missing granddaughter. A thoroughly engaging and clever read where the senior sleuths encounter a network of dastardly characters involved in drugs and human trafficking. Two thumbs up!” —Sherry Hobbs, author of Bird of Passage and Mac-The Wind Beneath My WingsFour retired detectives. One missing teenager. And a case that doesn’t add up.Peace River Village is where people come for quiet streets, friendly neighbors, and the promise of a peaceful life in Sunland, Florida.But safety is an illusion.Seventeen-year-old Jennifer Duncan isn’t a runaway. She’s a good kid trapped in a troubled home—until one wrong encounter puts her in the path of something far more dangerous than she could ever imagine. When Jennifer vanishes, the police move too quickly, dismissing her as just another runaway. Her grandmother knows better—and refuses to let her disappear without a fight.Desperate for answers, she turns to four retired detectives. They’ve traded the job for quiet lives, but not their instincts… or the camaraderie that once carried them through their toughest cases. They thought those days were behind them. They were wrong.What begins as a search for Jennifer uncovers a brutal world of drugs, manipulation, and human trafficking operating just beyond the edges of their community. Now, with time running out, they must bring her home—before she disappears into a world no one escapes.Christopher Amato, a former federal agent, delivers a gripping thriller where danger hides in plain sight.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 7, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
Perfect for fans of PD James, Ann Cleeves and Donna Leon, this haunting insight into the mind of a pathological criminal is one of multi-million copy and SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Ruth Rendell’s most terrifying novels…’Rendell is unrivalled at depicting psychologically warped people and at creating unease through the simplest things. This is another triumph’ — Observer’Wonderful at exploring the dark corners of the human mind, and the way private fantasies can clash and explode into terrifying violence’ — Daily Mail’Brilliantly written’ — ***** Reader review’Absolutely fantastic!’ — ***** Reader review’Mesmerizing’ — ***** Reader review’Intensely absorbing’ — ***** Reader review**************************************************************************Arthur Johnson doesn’t look like a murderous psychopath; he is a mild-mannered man who has never known how to talk to women.Years of loneliness has warped his mind, turning his desire for a woman’s love and respect into a pathological need for carefully controlled violence. Locked in the cellar of his building is the perfect willing victim, a woman who can be murdered over and over again, a woman who waits for Arthur every night…a mannequin in the form of a female.But when a young scholar of psychopathic personalities moves in downstairs and Arthur’s mannequin disappears, where will he turn to satisfy his urgent craving for violence?
by Philip Eliot | Jun 7, 2026 | Science Fiction |
The Void had been defeated. It was supposed to be over.Ten years ago, Desa Nin Leean put away her guns and settled into a quiet life with her partner, Kalia. But her world has gotten a lot more complicated ever since her people discovered that they weren’t alone in the universe. Ambassadors and diplomats and Justice Keepers, always coming and going.Now, an assassin has come to her city, wielding the ancient power of the Void, a religious fanatic who turns ordinary people into zealots. These foreigners with their fancy technology aren’t prepared for a threat like this. Desa has no choice but to confront the assassin and discover the truth about his agenda.But in doing so, she will come face to face with an enemy far more deadly than any fanatic: the guilt, anger and grief that she has suppressed for so long.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 7, 2026 | Historical Fiction |
‘One of the best books I have read in a long time.’ Reader reviewA spellbinding historical saga of love, ambition and one woman’s fight to forge her own destiny.When Hester Needham loses her beloved mother, all she is allowed to keep is a single silver thimble — a tiny spark of hope that will shape the rest of her life . . .Taken to London to live at her half-brother’s bustling tavern, Hester soon learns that his sharp-tongued wife, Martha, sees her as nothing but a burden. Yet even under Martha’s watchful eye, Hester grows into a young woman with a quick mind, a hunger to learn and a spirit that refuses to be crushed.Everything changes when she meets John Bateman, a gifted apprentice silversmith who opens the door to a world of craft Hester has only ever glimpsed. Drawn to the beauty and discipline of the silversmith trade, Hester soon discovers she has a natural eye — and a talent — for working silver herself. And what began as a blossoming friendship soon deepens into a forbidden love . . .But jealousy, rivalry and whispered scandal soon threaten the fragile future Hester and John are building. To protect them both and claim a place in a world determined to keep her in the shadows, Hester must summon all her courage — and trust in the craft that has captured her heart.This sweeping, emotional story of a woman who dares to rise above the limits of her birth and leave her mark is perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory, Stacey Halls, Tracy Chevalier or Christina Courtenay.Readers love The Silver Touch:‘An absolute gem.’ Emshell‘Thoroughly enjoyed this book based on a real 18th century female silversmith and her family.’ Dragonfly63‘Has such a heartwarming effect. Just a joy to read.’ Elizabeth‘A wonderful historical novel.; Linda S‘One word? WOW!’ Bill R‘I couldn’t stop reading the story. Remarkable!’ Amazon Customer‘Very compelling story. I had a hard time putting it down. ‘ Janet P
