by Philip Eliot | Jun 16, 2026 | Christian Fiction |
In this post-WWII historical romance, one woman’s only hope for adopting her niece might be a marriage of convenience—with her high school crush!Home from the war, army nurse Thea Miller is determined to adopt her late sister’s baby and begin a new life. But someone else has the same intentions—the town sheriff and Thea’s old friend, Mack Worthington. Now, in order to keep her niece in the family, Thea must reach an agreement with him.Mack isn’t sure Thea—whose actions once hurt him badly—is committed to baby Sarah. And a judge may never approve a single-parent adoption for either of them. But what if they got married? It would be a marriage in name only. Yet the more time Mack spends with Thea, the more he begins to believe their pretend family can become the real one they’ve both been longing for.”Featuring a scarred hero holding onto animosity against the heroine he blames and the baby that brings them together, The Baby Barter is an emotional read. In addition to the interesting premise and time period, the story boasts wonderful three-dimensional characters.” —RT Book Reviews (four stars)
by Philip Eliot | Jun 16, 2026 | Thriller & Suspense |
I should never have taken that DNA test. Then maybe things wouldn’t have gone so wrong…’This is not just a thriller; it’s a story that stays with you’, Reader review ?????Lily thought she was an ordinary woman with an ordinary life. But when a DNA test seems to reveal she carries the ‘serial killer gene’, she is terrified by the thought of passing it onto her future children. She decides to break off her engagement and move back in with her devoted mother, Eva — until unexpected sparks fly with a charismatic journalist, and Lily finds herself diving into a wild, intoxicating new relationship.Their obsession soon turns toxic, and as they spiral out of control Lily’s traumatic past resurfaces, leaving her questioning everything she thought she knew. Could she be the monster she fears she is?Confronted with a sudden, horrifying murder, Lily’s only choice is to turn to the one person who has always protected her: her mother. But Eva is hiding secrets that could destroy them both…From the bestselling author of The Serial Killer’s Wife, this is a new gripping psychological suspense about compulsion, betrayal, and whether blood really is thicker than water — perfect for fans of Lisa Jewel, K.L. Slater, and B.A. Paris.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 16, 2026 | General Nonfiction |
When false information looks real, every leader carries a new kind of risk.
Right now, a cloned voice can approve a wire transfer. A fabricated video can move a stock price. A false story can race through your market before anyone stops to check it. None of this is years away. It is already happening to companies.
Artificial intelligence made information easy to produce and hard to verify. That combination has turned trust into something close to a luxury.
The Age of Fakes! shows why this matters for business, politics, media, cybersecurity, and society.
Edited by Dr. Nikolai A. Behr, the book gathers leading voices in communication, cybersecurity, law, media studies, and technology. They explain how deception has changed, how AI manipulation works today, and why trust is becoming one of the most valuable things an organization owns.
The focus stays on the real mechanisms behind modern disinformation. Engineered narratives, manipulated perception, cybercrime that often goes unreported, reputation damage, thin regulation, and the growing difficulty of simply knowing what is real.
For decision-makers, the takeaway is plain. Disinformation is not only a media problem anymore. It is a business risk and a leadership responsibility.
Written for executives, communicators, policymakers, and professionals, The Age of Fakes! gives you the context to see the threat clearly and respond with more awareness and resilience.
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What makes this powerful is its realism. […] The discussion of underreported cybercrime, jurisdictional limits, and public trust erosion is sobering. This argues for education, resilience, and institutional redesign as the only sustainable response. This is one of the clearest, most grounded explanations of why AI governance must focus on systems and people—not just laws.
R “Ray” Wang, Principal Analyst & Founder, Constellation Research, Inc.
The Age of Fakes! is a timely, accessible, and sobering look at how AI abuse, fake news, and disinformation are reshaping economies, politics, and our everyday lives. Editor Nikolai Behr has assembled an impressive lineup of experts who each tackle the problem from a different angle. To my mind, Jim Harris’ chapter on deepfakes and cybercrime is especially useful. […] What makes the book stand out is its blend of vivid case studies, clear explanations, and concrete checklists and most importantly actions leaders can actually use. It doesn’t drift into panic or techno?doom; instead, it argues that with education and critical thinking, we can still tip the balance toward a healthier information ecosystem. This is a valuable read for anyone interested in AI and how it’s shaping our world.
Peter Buchanan, Master Chair TEC Canada (the largest CEO peer mentoring network in Canada)
& President of Management Transitions Ltd.
Jim Harris hits the mark by emphasizing that self-regulation is essential in an unregulated digital world. Individuals and corporations must erect their own guardrails against the dangers posed by AI through education, training, and vigilance.
Diane Francis, Editor-at-Large at The National Post (Canada) & best-selling Substack author
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Read it to understand why truth and trust have become strategic issues in the age of AI.
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 15, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
The BRAND NEW page-turning cozy mystery from the author of the NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER A Christmas Murder – perfect for fans of Faith Martin and LJ Ross’I thoroughly enjoyed this intriguing mystery set in a beautiful location with deliciously menacing undercurrents.’ Frances EveshamSusan never imagined herself an amateur sleuth, and she certainly never goes looking for trouble, preferring days spent walking her loyal dogs Libs and Rocco, and maybe even a dip in the sea to cool off after this interminable heatwave.When she hears of a break-in at the vet’s where her new neighbour works, Susan’s curiosity is piqued.And then, a few days later, the lead vet, Peter, mysteriously disappears. They assume it’s business related until his body is washed up on the beach close to his clifftop home.Susan is convinced he was murdered and slowly discovers that each of the small group of suspects has a motive. Is the killing linked to the break-in… or is this a crime of passion?Once again, Susan finds herself piecing together clues in her search for the truth. Can she untangle the lies before someone else dies?Return to the beautiful coastline of the Isle of Wight in this engrossing and unputdownable cosy mystery!Praise for Mary Grand:‘A really terrific read. I have been reading and enjoying Mary’s books for a number of years right from her first one, and this one was well up to Mary’s high standard. Brilliant.’‘Another cracking murder mystery from Mary. It kept me intrigued through out. So many red herrings amongst the well created characters. With the added bonus of all the dogs.’‘I absolutely LOVE these psychological thrillers from Mary. On every page is another suspicious thing about someone but then at the end, the twist is a shocker! The fact the books are set on the Isle of Wight is another treat.’‘I love books where you are given lots of clues and have lots of suspects, and are continually changing your mind about who the murderer was. I’ve read other books by Mary Grand and she’s very good at keeping you guessing. And, at the end, I still had it wrong!’‘Mary Grand has crafted another intriguing and cleverly thought out whodunnit. Prepare to be gripped and thrown around on this rollercoaster of a book. Cosy crime is rapidly becoming one of my favourite genres, and Mary Grand one of my favourite authors.’
by Philip Eliot | Jun 15, 2026 | Christian Nonfiction |
Your Biblical Blueprint for Complete Healing and Wholeness Are you frustrated with unanswered prayers? Do you wonder why others walk in God’s promises while you’re still waiting? Are you questioning your faith, struggling with heartache, or feeling stuck in a cycle of disappointment and physical pain? It’s time for a breakthrough! God desires for you to experience complete healing—inside and out. Every aspect of your life can flourish when your heart is healed. With decades of experience, seasoned minister and pastor Ben Diaz offers a powerful biblical road map to radically and relationally experience God’s redemptive healing. With this practical and easy-to-understand process, you can identify and repair the broken, painful, and empty places within you through the revelation of the Holy Spirit and the transformative power of God’s Word. As you engage with this divine blueprint, the Holy Spirit will transform your situation, allowing you to: Receive manifestations of long-awaited promises. Wield faith that moves mountains. Renew your excitement and belief in God’s promises. Gain clarity and overcome negative thoughts and lies. Break free from toxic, dysfunctional cycles. Uproot and destroy the enemy’s lies. Align your thoughts and values with God’s Word. Refuse to live another day in disease, pain, suffering, hurt, and disappointment. Embrace Jesus’ complete healing, empowering you to fulfill your God-given purpose with a whole heart and a healed body.
