by Philip Eliot | May 20, 2026 | Womens Fiction |
“Jill Mansell keeps on getting better…” —Good HousekeepingHeart-stopping romantic entanglements, crossed wires and sisterly dilemmas – all the ingredients for an unputdownable read from international bestselling author, Jill MansellWhen Clemency meets the brilliant Sam Adams, she could just about fall in love with him—if he weren’t married. Three years later, Clemency has settled into her cozy home village of Cornwall to focus on her career. Everything is smooth sailing until Sam upends her entire life…by showing up as her stepsister’s boyfriend.Caught in the midst of a love triangle, Clemency has to pretend she’s never met Sam…and choose between the love of her life and the bond of sisterhood.
by Philip Eliot | May 20, 2026 | Romantic Comedy |
He’s a Rocker. He’s a Biker. He’s the wedding planner.Number-crunching Velma Johnson’s perfectly planned life is right on course.That’s a lie. Sure, she’s got the lucrative job. She’s got the posh apartment. But her sister nabbed Velma’s Mr. Right. There has to be a man out there for Velma. Hopefully, one who’s hunky, wears pressed suits, and has a diversified financial portfolio. He’ll be exactly like, well… her sister’s new fiancé.Badass biker Brek Montgomery blazes a trail across the country, managing Dimefront, one of the biggest rock bands of his generation. With the band on hiatus, Brek rolls into Denver to pay a quick visit to his family and friends. But when Brek’s sister suddenly gets put on bed rest, she convinces Brek to take over her wedding planning business for the duration of her pregnancy.Staying in Denver and dealing with bridezillas was not what Brek had in mind when he passed through town, but there is one particular maid-of-honor who might make his stay worthwhile.Velma finds herself strangely attracted to the man planning her sister’s wedding. Problem is, he ticks none of the boxes on her well-crafted list. Brek is rough around the edges, he cusses, and doesn’t even have a 401(k). But trying something crazy might get her out of the rut of her dating life–so long as she lays down boundaries up front and sticks to her plan… Going Down on One Knee is book one of the Mile High Matched series. If you love a hunky, tattooed wedding planner this book is for you. Buy now for a fun, opposites attract romance!
by Philip Eliot | May 20, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
From an Amazon #1 Bestselling Crime Fiction Series! ?????Over 189,000 copies of the DCI Walker series sold worldwide.Over 7,700 reader ratings averaging 4.3–4.4 out of 5. Three gripping investigations — where the stakes rise, the cases darken, and the truth becomes harder to uncover.Walker has faced killers before. But these cases push him further than ever.Each investigation cuts deeper — exposing secrets, testing loyalties, and forcing impossible decisions.Tense, atmospheric, and relentlessly compelling — these are the cases that change everything.? Three full-length novels in one collection? Over 1,200 pages of dark, immersive crime fiction? The perfect continuation of the bestselling DCI Walker seriesThe deeper you go, the harder it is to stop.————————————————————-Book 4: THE DUNESA body buried in the sand.A pattern no one wants to see.A killer who isn’t finished yet.When a young woman’s body is discovered in the dunes of Lytham St Annes, Walker is handed a case already under intense scrutiny.But when more victims are uncovered, it becomes clear the past isn’t buried — and neither is the truth.With pressure mounting, Walker takes a dangerous gamble that risks everything.It’s not a holiday if you don’t come home.“Well-paced, imaginative, and utterly disturbing.” — The Book Commentary ?????————————————————————-Book 5: THE CASTLEA body staged for all to see.A message no one can ignore.A mystery that refuses to stay solved.When disturbing clues emerge from Lancaster’s oldest institutions, Walker is drawn into a case steeped in history, secrecy, and public outrage.Every lead raises more questions.Every answer tightens the noose.When the hunt begins, you’d better be on the right side.“A timely and intense detective thriller.” — SRP ????½————————————————————-Book 6: THE WETLANDSA body claimed by the landscape.A place where nothing stays still.A truth that refuses to stay hidden.When a man is found dead in the wetlands of rural Lancashire, Walker enters a case where the terrain itself becomes part of the investigation.What begins as routine soon fractures — revealing a disturbing reality shaped by control, obsession, and isolation.In the wetlands, nothing stays hidden forever.Dark, unsettling, and psychologically driven, The Wetlands is a case where certainty slips — and the cost of being wrong is everything.————————————————————-These cases stand alone — but together, they reveal how far things can spiral.Perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ian Rankin, Peter James, Ann Cleeves, and James Patterson. Continue the series — and discover what Walker faces next.
by Philip Eliot | May 20, 2026 | Horror & Paranormal |
#1 New York Ministry of Witches Official RecordWhen botanist Aleda Vance inadvertently triggers an ancient succession clause, she’s thrust into the role of Minister of Witches – leading New York’s most bewildering magical bureaucracy. Between temperamental elevators, mischievous runes, and staff who defer to enchanted tea trolleys, she must juggle magic and paperwork before the next full moon.But as forgotten spells stir beneath the marble floors of the Ministry, Aleda learns that real power doesn’t come from confidence it comes from care, curiosity, and quiet resilience. The Ministry of Witches is a cozy, whimsical fantasy about unexpected leadership, botanical magic, and finding your voice in places you never expected. Perfect for readers who love: warm, character-driven fantasy, magical workplaces, gentle humor, and stories where kindness changes the world.
by Philip Eliot | May 20, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
A dead child. A missing student. A darkness at the heart of Jericho College. When the body of a baby is found wrapped in a swan’s wing deep in the woods, archaeology professor and expert consultant Carla James is brought in to assist on the case. The unusual burial must signify something, but what exactly is unclear. Meanwhile, a student from Jericho College has gone missing. Police say she left of her own accord, but this doesn’t seem right to Carla. The young woman didn’t tell anyone she was leaving. No one has heard from her since. And she’s not the first student to disappear. As Carla delves further into both cases, she finds a rotten history beneath both the college’s and the town’s facade, perpetuated by lies and cover-ups. How deep does the corruption go? A gripping and unsettling crime thriller about privilege and the dark underbelly of institutions we so easily trust. Perfect for fans of Kathy Reichs and Elly Griffiths. Praise for Sarah Ward ‘Carla James is a wonderful creation’ William Shaw ‘Dark, engaging and beautifully written’ Michael Wood ‘Addictive’ Marion Todd ‘Strongly atmospheric’ Crime Time ‘Clever and compelling’ Woman’s Weekly
Review Select Guide Rating About the Author Sarah Ward is a critically acclaimed crime and gothic thriller writer. Her book, A Patient Fury, was an Observer book of the month and The Quickening, written as Rhiannon Ward, was a Radio Times book of the year. Sarah is a former Vice-Chair of the Crime Writers Association, Trustee of Gwyl Crime Cymru Festival and an RLF Fellow at Sheffield University.
