by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | Dark & Urban Fantasy |
In a world where realms shatter and gods bleed, a fallen root crashes into Midgard, ripping through the sky and leaving a trail of golden sap and charred ruins. Amid the chaos, Asvarr Draegyr awakens, a berserker warrior marked by a rune that binds him to a fate darker than death itself.
Now, haunted by visions of the shattered World Tree and hunted by forces older than time, Asvarr must journey to the heart of a broken world. Eldritch shadows stalk his every step, twisted cultists hunger for his blood, and whispers of a prophecy echo through the Nine Realms—a prophecy that speaks of five fallen roots and a destiny forged in the blood of kings.
Armed with a war horn infused with ancient magic and a rune that pulses with forbidden power, Asvarr descends into the ice-ridden wastes, the shadow-haunted forests, and the bone-strewn depths of Helheim. But each step toward the root’s anchor brings him closer to a dark truth: the Tree is not just broken—it is bleeding. And something is feeding on its wounds.
Asvarr’s path is strewn with blood oaths and haunting echoes, the cries of fallen heroes and the whispers of gods long forgotten. To reclaim the root, he must bind its power to his soul, sacrificing pieces of himself to keep the worlds from collapsing. But with each sacrifice, the line between man and monster blurs, and Asvarr begins to wonder if he is the one destined to save the realms—or to shatter them forever.
For fans of dark Norse fantasy, Viking sagas, and epic quests steeped in shadow and fate, Branches of the Broken World will pull you into a world where the gods are as cruel as they are powerful, and where the only way to survive is to become the darkness itself.
Enter the saga. Embrace the prophecy. And discover what it means to be the Warden of Skyrend.
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by Philip Eliot | Jul 15, 2025 | Historical Romance |
The last thing a mail order bride needs is a highwayman’s intervention in the form of a stagecoach robbery. Especially when time is of the essence and she needs a father for her baby. Preferably before she begins to show. When Melissa married John Carter because her family couldn’t afford to feed her, she had no idea of the cruelty of the man. John Carter beats her mercilessly and makes her life a living hell.
After seeing an ad in the paper for paid passage westward, she answers the ad in the hopes to use the ticket to escape John Carter.
She gets on a coach from Boston, heading west, with no money, and needing a roof over her head. Not just for herself, but for the baby she’s carrying, a baby she has to save from John Carter’s cruelty. Expecting a baby has changed the stakes for Melissa. She must provide a safe and loving home for the child. Time is of the essence if she is to marry in time to convince her new husband that the baby she’ll give birth to is his.
A stagecoach robbery is a deterrent she did not count on, nor need. When the robbers learn her husband is a wealthy rancher, she’s taken hostage, costing her precious time in a plan that hinges on timeliness.
She hates the leader of the highwaymen. Hates him with a passion and is beyond angry that the time is ticking while he negotiates her ransom.
Jed Cunningham’s a highwayman, certainly, but one with honor. And a heart, it seems. He can’t stand the idea of sending the stunning feisty Melissa Carter to marry a rich rancher. She’s precisely the kind of woman who needs to be loved.
But she doesn’t seem to see that.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 5, 2025 | Science Fiction |
His first cruise just became the most dangerous ride of Jack Foster’s life.It’s the final stage of training at the Royal Space Navy Academy, a shakedown cruise on a battered old minesweeper.It should have been a walk in the park. But when a sniper targets you, and then your ship gets an unwelcome new hole in the side, following a collision, it’s anything but.Trapped in the unforgiving void of space, Jack and his girlfriend, Sofia, emerge as the sole survivors, their lives dependent on dwindling supplies of air, food, and hope. As the clock relentlessly counts down, tensions mount, the wrath of the Royal Family simmers, and a deadly bounty remains on Jack’s head.“Strap in for an electrifying ride that will have you on the edge of your seat begging for more.”____________________________________________________________________________Five Star reviews for bestseller, John Hindmarsh’s Jack Foster series:5 out of 5 – Amazingly well written !! I look forward to the rest of the series!! I Recommend this to all sci-fi fans!!5 out of 5 – I could hardly put this down! This is an imaginative, fast-paced book with a plot which was challenging to predict and kept me on my toes. The characters are well rounded, even the AIs.5 out of 5 – I just stumbled across this book and am so glad I did. This book feeds all of my interests. Strong leading characters that are well developed make this stories a must read. My gratitude to this wonderful author.5 out of 5 – This was a wonderful read ! I am hooked ! The author has spun a grand adventure and I for one can’t wait for the next book.
by Philip Eliot | Jun 29, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
To save her daughter’s soul, a grieving mother must battle a sinister pastor who feeds off the cremains of the dead and haunts a lake community.”This is goddamn wonderful. It’s both beautiful and horrible.”—Julie Hutchings, author of The Harpy”A beautiful, seismic novel.”—Clay McLeod Chapman, author of Wake Up and Open Your EyesWhen Jewel Jordan dies from cancer, her father’s wish is to scatter the ashes inside their beloved Torch Lake. But after the grieving mother hears her daughter’s voice coming from inside the urn, how can she let the ashes go? Especially after a mysterious pastor begs her to keep them and promises to reunite her with her daughter’s spirit. Who should she listen to? Even creatures from the lake whisper to her at night, pleading for the remains of her daughter. Who can she trust? Nobody knows the truth and the bargain she made that led to her daughter’s death. Now she has to fight to save her child’s soul, and Torch Lake holds the answers. But the lake is cold, the truth is deep, and you have to earn the right to hear such secrets, for the lake speaks most honestly to those willing to drown.”Deep, disturbing, and beautifully rendered.”—Christa Carmen, Bram Stoker Award winning author of The Daughters of Block Island”An epic tale of pain, love, grief, and regret.” —Laurel Hightower, author of Crossroads”Matthews is the reigning king of modern psychological horror.” —Kealan Patrick Burke, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Kin”Matthews is a damn good writer, and make no mistake, he will hurt you.” —Jack Ketchum, Bram Stoker Award winning author of The Girl Next Door
by Philip Eliot | Jun 28, 2025 | Christian Nonfiction |
Experience the Profound Nearness of Jesus in Every MomentDo you long to truly know Jesus—to experience Him in a way that goes beyond theology, sermons, and historical accounts? To hear His voice, feel His presence, and connect your heart to His?The good news of the Good News is that He did more than redeem you: His life, death, resurrection, and ascension mean that you are intimately united with Him—both now and throughout eternity.In Delighting in His Presence, founder of Sonship International and passionate follower of Christ Eric Gilmour shares brief yet profound and provoking devotionals that push you beyond the limitations of your present walk with God—and usher you into an intimate, experiential relationship with the living Jesus of the Bible.Through powerful Scriptures and transformative teaching, Eric shows that union with Christ is not reserved for the saints of old—it’s an invitation being extended to you, right now, through the Holy Spirit. He reveals the fullness of what’s possible—and available—in this sacred relationship, including how to:Feed your hunger to know Jesus in a deeper way.Ignite your prayer life to soar above religious formalities.Dive headfirst into an experiential dimension of union with the Christ of Scripture.You are already intimately connected with Christ—it’s time to experience His presence and enjoy His nearness filling your every moment.
