Books

CHILDREN'S / MIDDLE GRADE | FICTION

The Adventures of Bo and Mr. Quillery: (Book 1 The Lost Chick)

by Andrew K. Johnston

When a little chick vanishes without a trace, the farm sheriffs Bo and Mr. Quillery must brave the villainous Hissy Gang. Will they crack the case before it's too late? In "The Lost Chick," the first adventure of "The Adventures of Bo and Mr. Quillery," young readers (1st-4th grade) join these brave sheriffs in the magical Riverdill Lands. When a chick vanishes from Riverdill Farmhouse, Bo and Mr. Quillery follow the trail to the dangerous quarry, where the sneaky Hissy Gang awaits. Teamwork, courage, and quick thinking are their only weapons as they face perilous obstacles to rescue the lost chick. This early chapter book blends a contemporary western setting with charming animal fantasy, creating a world where friendship and bravery shine. Kids will love the action-packed adventure and learn valuable lessons about self-control and courage.

FANTASY-EPIC | FICTION

The Last Ritual

by Dragos Gaszpar

We killed God. Then carved our future from the corpse. Three boons claimed: long lives, healing, weapons. Three curses carved in kind. Now the Leath are winning—and something worse stirs: mindless, hideous, final. Four immortals embark on a last-ditch ritual. They know they won’t return. They go anyway. Nothing goes to plan. The Last Ritual is a standalone dark fantasy about sacrifice, legacy, and the cost of power. Told through fractured memories, war-forged bonds, and philosophical reckoning, this 72,000-word novel blends bleakness with dry humor and moral weight. For fans of grimdark fiction, tragic legacies, flawed heroes, and choices that bite.

GAY / LESBIAN | FICTION

Deadline for Love

by Candi Tab

In the heart of Washington, DC, a rising TV star and a driven law student find love amidst the chaos of their ambitious careers. Deadline for Love explores their interracial romance, testing if their bond can withstand the pressures of success and societal expectations.

Dream a Little Dream (To Love a Psycho Book 1)

by C F White

Aaron Jones, the son of Britain's most infamous serial killers, is haunted, seductive, and dangerously off-limits. But when he tangles with his professor, renowned criminal psychologist Dr Kenneth Lyons, their connection ignites into obsession. As bodies drop and lines blur, desire turns deadly. Loving him might be the biggest crime of all.

GENERAL FANTASY | FICTION

Cinnamon Soul

by Quinn Lawrence

Hokuren is the best investigator in Velles, and she'll need all her skills to solve her first big case. A missing princess turns into an elf-kidnapping scheme and a search for a missing god. And Hokuren's elven assistant, Demons and rogue wizards live in hiding in Velles, a city of fading magic, and Hokuren’s only allies might be an elderly book collector, a magic shop proprietor, and of course Cinna, her elven assistant/bodyguard who's happy as long as she gets her blueberry pie. But when Cinna is caught in the crosshairs of the kidnapping scheme, Hokuren vows to stop at nothing to uncover every heart-breaking secret and bring a stop to the darkness that’s invaded Velles.

HISTORICAL FICTION | FICTION

Second Chance

by Michael Roberts

Jack Reacher meets The Patriot in this exhilarating time travel alternate history series! When we lost the American Rebellion against the British in the 1700s, the world for the colonists changed for the worse. After centuries of suffering under the oppressive thumb of the English crown, a wealthy American entrepreneur in the 21st century finds an alien craft that can travel through time. That man is my best friend. And he figured out how to use that alien tech with one goal in mind: to go back in time and use our modern technology and knowledge to help the American Colonists defeat the English, with their Revolutionary War, and change the course of history for the better.

LITERARY FICTION | FICTION

Gimpy & Dr. B: Book One

by Richard Ley

Gimpy & Dr. B is a heartfelt dramady following Scott Gibson and Dr. Glenda Bentley. Scott is a former high school all-state soccer star whose career was cut short by a knee injury. He’d a severe limp for the past 30 years, and the kids at the exclusive school where he’s a maintenance man call him ‘Gimpy.’ Dr. B is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon at the University and for an NFL team. She risks her career rebuilding Scott’s knee with an unapproved procedure she’s been planning for years. Will Dr. B’s gamble pay off, or end in disaster? Gimpy & Dr. B is a sharp, heartwarming dramedy about healing old wounds, taking risks, and finding connection in unexpected places. If you liked Forrest Gump or Jerry Maguire, you’ll love Gimpy & Dr. B. Get your copy today!

MYSTERIES | FICTION

Darke Deeds

by Lisa Sell

Careful what you wish for. You might get it and regret it. True-crime podcasters and relatives, Angie and Violet Darke, are bored. Instead of covering small crimes, they want a huge case to solve. It lands, literally, on their doorstep. During renovation, a grave is discovered in Angie’s pub garden. When the identity of the body is revealed it means only one thing: murder. As the investigation unfolds, loved ones can no longer be trusted. Devastating truths are uncovered. The Darke Deeds duo’s lives are at risk. The present is bleak. The future seems uncertain. The past is never dead and buried.

Secrets of the River Box Set, Books 1&2, After Nights Falls and Midnight in Darkness

by Jacie Middlemann

Find romance and mystery in the heart of New Orleans, on a cruise up the Mississippi River, and in a small mid-western town with a long-forgotten mystery of its own. Enjoy the first two books from the Secrets of the River Series Box Set including After Night Falls and Midnight in Darkness.

MYSTERIES-COZY | FICTION

Murder at the Barrel Room

by Dani Simms

When a dead body appears during a winery tour, vineyard owner Avery Parker is suddenly thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. Navigating wine country politics and rivalry, Avery searches for clues around her small town of Los Robles, California. As she digs deeper, Avery realizes the killer may be closer than she thought. Her livelihood is on the line, and she must find the killer before she becomes the next victim. Will Avery unmask the killer before they strike again Set among the rolling vineyards and small-town charm of wine country, “Murder at the Barrel Room” is rounded out by quirky characters and a little romance. Wine pairings and irresistible recipes included!

RELIGIOUS FICTION | FICTION

Delight! (Father, Creator, Spirit Book 3)

by Deborah Lamoreaux

It’s 2125. A young journalist gets immersed in a world of wonder, terror, and sheer delight! She encounters an old love she never really knew. He’s annoyingly brilliant. Deliciously unsettling. And popping up everywhere. A six-foot-four-sized distraction, she just can’t deny. Meanwhile, at night, in that place between sleep and waking, and in the digital underground, she secretly battles a unique threat, Verndari, spiritual warfare in the guise of alien infiltration. Intent on unmasking earth’s resident aliens for the fake saviors they really are, she teams up with Digital Dante, an online phenom with the same righteous cause, and the kindred soul of the famous poet he emulates. And then there’s her unlikely ally - press liaison Budbringer, a most captivating and intriguing supporter. Oh yes, she’s a woman in demand. A powerful catalyst for radical change… And Verndari’s newest target.

ROMANCE-CONTEMPORARY | FICTION

The Playmakers Series Box Set Vols 7-9

by G.K. Brady

Hockey romances with heart and a whole lot of heat. The last three volumes of the award-winning Playmakers Series® bundled up for you at one amazing price. Book 7, Twisted Wrister: Love Triangle, Next Door Neighbors, Fake Dating Book 8, Besting the Blueliner: Forced Proximity, Grumpy-Sunshine, Forbidden Romance, Book 9, Guarding the Crease: Enemies to Lovers, Knight in Shining Armor, Bad Boy with a Heart of Gold

Coming Home: Windsor Peak Book 1

by Denise Latham

He's a brave soldier, scared to return to his small hometown. A single dad with an angry teenage son. A hardened heart afraid of love. Windsor Peak, VT is the charming small town offering support to Jake Burrows as he battles through physical injuries and PTSD. Shea Kerrigan is the local teacher who has been writing to Jake for years. Will she be able to break through his walls to give them both a chance at love? This closed-door, small-town romance will have you falling in love with the Burrows family and Windsor Peak instantly. You’ll root for Jake and Shea, because we all want the wounded hero to get his happily ever after.

ROMANCE-HISTORICAL | FICTION

Lyon in the Way

by Regina Jeffers

One man wants her dead. Another may love her forever. For over a year, Lord Richard Orson has been quietly captivated by the unconventional Lady Emma Donoghue. Headstrong, brilliant, and unapologetically involved in causes that rattle Society’s comfort, Emma is nothing like the debutantes he’s expected to court. But when he finds her bruised, confused, and alone in Covent Garden after midnight, Richard is thrust into a far more dangerous game. Someone wants Emma silenced. And now, Richard has only moments to uncover the truth, protect her from harm, and keep her out of scandal’s reach. But staying focused is harder than he imagined—especially when every glance, every accidental touch, reminds him how perfectly she fits in his arms.

One Perfect Dance

by Jude Knight

In this Regency twist on Cinderella, young Elijah Ashby escapes his abusive step-family to travel the world. Sixteen years later, he returns to England to find his childhood friend Regina is a widow. But Elijah's stepbrothers are determined to do everything they can—lie, cheat, kidnap, even murder—so that one of them can marry Regina instead.

Ruby's Redemption

by Edwina Kiernan

A gentle clergyman. A broken prostitute. A blossoming love that will endanger both their lives… Forced into depravity by her tyrannous guardian after her parents’ death, Ruby’s life is one of vile deeds and violence. Unable to remember much of life outside the brothel’s walls, years of despair and abuse have crushed all hope of ever breaking free from her captor’s iron grip. Until an unlikely encounter with Henry, a gentle country clergyman, sets an escape in motion that will change both their lives. But when Ruby’s worst fears are realized, the uncommon pair will face more devastation than either thought possible. As the dawning of a new life of peace and love is ripped from her grasp, Ruby discovers that true freedom has a high cost... but who will have to pay?

ROMANCE-PARANORMAL | FICTION

Guardians: The Girl

by Lola Stvil

''Since I met you I have been unable to count in days. I can only count your eyes, how long until I see your eyes again? That's the only clock I have in my head.'' An angel sent to save the world. The human he craves. And the love that could destroy them all.

This book contains scenes of: torture

ROMANCE-SUSPENSE | FICTION

June To April

by Ike Ojukwu

Dive into a gripping tale of love, obsession, and redemption in "June to April: Bound by Obsession." In the gritty streets of Houston, June and April's whirlwind romance is tested by the harsh realities of life. As they navigate the highs of passionate love and the lows of betrayal and financial despair, their bond is pushed to the brink. June, an aspiring filmmaker with dreams of making it big, and April, seeking a fresh start from a tumultuous past, find solace in each other. But as they struggle to build a life together, they are haunted by their past mistakes and the consequences of their choices. When desperation leads to dangerous decisions, the couple's love is put to the ultimate test. From stolen moments of joy to the harrowing depths of addiction and jealousy, "June to April: Bound by Obsession" is a raw, unflinching look at a relationship caught in the cr

Beneath the Lies We Told

by Emanuel Awdisho

Ten years ago, Ivy Carson fled Haven Bay and the secrets that tore her life apart. Now back to settle her grandmother’s estate, she’s ready to leave quietly—until Grayson Holt, a brooding journalist chasing a cold case, stirs up the past she tried to bury. As buried truths resurface and sparks fly, Ivy and Grayson are drawn into a web of guilt, desire, and danger. But the closer they get to the truth, the more they risk losing everything—including each other. Some lies stay buried for a reason. Some hearts break all over again.

SCIENCE FICTION | FICTION

Periander the Avenger: The Final Son of Atlantis

by Joseph Bringman

Atlantis plunges into a war that may doom the human race. When the High King Critias seeks to subjugate all Atlantis before enslaving the world, Periander stands up for his subkingdom and the federal constitution. But this resistance comes at his family's expense. When Critias attempts to murder him, Periander barely escapes his homeland with his life but not his wife—the latest victim of the High King's brutality. Now a hunted fugitive, Periander must recruit foreign allies, lead an army to liberate Atlantis from the tyrant's clasp, and avenge his beloved queen. Periander will stop at nothing to destroy Critias, no matter the cost. But as the body count rises, he must confront a bleak future: Can he defeat Critias before the world drowns in blood? And will his only child survive?

This book contains scenes of: torture

13 Worlds

by J. J. Hair

When a boy's fractured mind collides with a cosmic conspiracy, his family becomes the first target in a galaxy-wide purge. Haunted by visions and hunted by the Guide, Joseph must face the darkness within—and beyond—as thirteen worlds hang in the balance.

War on Pangea

by Juno Xerkado

In a parallel universe, the supercontinent Pangea never broke up. When humans evolve, they all live on the same continent, which leads to tension over land and resources. War breaks out between the eastern and western halves of the continent, and now every seventeen-year-old must serve their military for three years ... if they survive that long.

SUSPENSE | FICTION

The Trail

by Juno Xerkado

Holden, Mia, Garrett, and Zoey are four teenagers who go on a camping trip every year. But this year, they plan a hike in a dangerous forest where people from out of town ALWAYS disappear. At first, Holden thinks it is just a myth. Then his friends vanish, one by one, and Holden has to rescue them all before it is too late.

THRILLERS | FICTION

Death Row Games

by Shade Owens

Six death row inmates. One twisted game. Only one walks free—if they survive the bloodbath. Are you ready to play?

This book contains scenes of: sexual violence

Victim Mentality (#1 in series)

by Angelo Marcos

A criminal genius. A comedian on the edge. A secret that should have stayed buried… Nick’s life is about to change, and not for the better. After his agent lands him a film role, Nick meets with a prisoner to help get into character. Enter Gideon Matthias, who explodes into Nick's life like a nuclear bomb. Gideon is a criminal genius with an almost superhuman gift of perception. A man who beats other inmates to death while describing the emotions they're feeling. The first meeting changes everything for the two men – for very different reasons - and Nick finds himself drawn into Gideon's chaotic world. As Nick battles his inner demons and tries to get his life on track, Gideon contends against his own enemies inside the prison – one of which he’s crossed too many times. The lives of Nick and Gideon are on a collision course, and there’s only one way out for them both...