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ACTION AND ADVENTURE / MILITARY / WESTERNS | FICTION
The Dangerous Summer of Jesse Turner
by Diana ReepSpring, 1898. Teddy Roosevelt organizes a volunteer cavalry regiment, the Rough Riders, to fight the Spanish in Cuba. Three young men join Roosevelt but face an unexpected enemy while fighting the bloody battles of the Spanish-American War. Publishers Weekly—“a vivid historical outing.”
CHILDREN'S / MIDDLE GRADE | FICTION
Alphakazoo
by Edgar GarciaALPHAKAZOO introduces kids to a world where ANIMALS COME TO LIFE IN SURREAL AND DELIGHTFUL WAYS! From Ava the Alligator as an astronaut avoiding angry aliens to Ziggy the Zebra zooming through the zany zombie zoo, each page unfolds new and exciting adventures.
Phyllis Wong and the Secrets of Mr. Okyto: A Phyllis Wong Mystery
by Geoffrey McSkimmingConjuring is in Phyllis Wong’s veins. The love for all things magical was passed down from her great-grandfather who, before his mysterious disappearance, was one of the world’s most brilliant and successful stage magicians. Now Phyllis lives in what was his beautiful old home in the middle of the city with her father and her loyal dog Daisy. When a series of incomprehensible robberies takes place in the city, Phyllis realises that there is more to the crimes than meets the eye. It all may be baffling her friend Chief Inspector Inglis, but Phyllis is determined to find out more. Who is this thief? What does he want? And how is he achieving the impossible? An exciting mystery about a young sleuth with sleight of hand (and lots more up her sleeve) from the author of the ever-popular Cairo Jim chronicles, Geoffrey McSkimming. The first Phyllis Wong: Time Detective Mystery.
FANTASY-EPIC | FICTION
The Battle for Erathal
by Joseph P MacolinoEnjoying the time without strife, Irontail works to spread peace and unity throughout the forest of Erathal. Organizing the first ever Festival of Gratitude, he finally feels he is fulfilling his calling as the leader of his centaur village. But his plans are once again hijacked when a familiar villain escapes from imprisonment. The felite warrior, Tel’ Shira, joins Irontail and the other heroes of Erathal as they plan their counter-offensive. But even her gift of foresight is not enough to prepare her for the upcoming battle against this malevolent foe. With the future of Erathal on the line, will anyone survive to tell the tale?
GAY / LESBIAN | FICTION
The Dead Ate Cheese
by Eric WillifordIn a world where the cheesy nightmare of a zombie apocalypse has become a reality, Gabby and Nadia, a lesbian couple, must face the dual challenge of impending separation and the absurdity of the undead. As their love is tested by an onslaught of mozzarella-ridden chaos, they join forces with an eccentric group of survivors in a desperate attempt to stay alive. With Gabby's dream of becoming a renowned chef in New York City at stake, the couple must fight to keep their love alive in a battle against the cheese-filled horror of the zombie apocalypse. Will they succeed or will their love succumb to the undead?
GENERAL FANTASY | FICTION
The Maker Among Mages
by Adam O'BrienIn a world where magic reigns supreme, Jack's affinity for technology makes him an outsider. With his mechanical companion, Senti, he embarks on a quest that challenges the boundaries between magic and mechanics. At the Invokers Festival in Drumham City, Jack unveils his inventions, sparking interest and skepticism alike. When Sage Agatha entrusts him and his newfound friends Evelyn and River with a mission to investigate disturbances in the magical leylines, their journey leads them across Estoria. Facing challenges that test their skills and deepen their bonds, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the essence of magic itself. Blending rich storytelling with themes of innovation, friendship, and self-discovery, this tale invites readers into a captivating world where the future of magic hangs in the balance.
HISTORICAL FICTION | FICTION
Redeye Fulda Cold
by Bill FortinSet in 1969 West Germany; the deployment of the newly developed Redeye weapon system is positioned in the 3rd Armored Division’s 1st/48th Infantry Battalion. The Redeye technology would become a very important part of American military history.
HORROR | FICTION
The Dreamer's Canvas
by Caleb R. MarshEmbark on a mind-bending journey where Lovecraftian horror intertwines with urban fantasy. Can Charlie paint a new reality, or will he succumb to the madness that lurks within his soul?
The Gargoyle
by Michelle KeillInès Corday is an aspiring actress with a tragic past and a dangerous obsession. When she secures a place at the elite Parisian academy run by her idol, acting luminary Christophe Leriche, Inès sets her sights on achieving her dreams of stardom and capturing Christophe’s affections. But darkness follows her inside the gates of the Leriche Academy, and Inès seeks comfort in the sanctity of Notre-Dame. There, she gains an unlikely ally, who confides that there is a way she can make all her dreams come true. Christophe can be hers, it promises, if she is prepared to take some drastic and ghastly ‘extra measures’. Guided by the uncanny insights of her fiendish new protector, Inès hurtles towards her destiny and uncovers the path to realising her deepest, and darkest, desires.
LITERARY FICTION | FICTION
The Golden Manuscripts:A Novel
by Evy JourneyAn unusual sale of rare medieval manuscripts sends nomadic Asian American graduate student Clarissa and doctor-cum-art journalist Nathan on a quest into the dark world of stolen art. But when clues whisper of old thieves and lead to the unexpected, they raise more questions that defy easy answers. A tale based on a WWII theft of illuminated manuscripts.
All We Cannot Leave Behind
by Yossi KorenIsrael, 1975. Following the sobering events of the Yom Kippur War, a budding romance comes to an end like a slap in the face. The woman is a beautiful, bright foreigner. The man is a young officer, newly discharged from military service yet still burdened by memories of fighting on the front lines in a desperate war. Through their relationship, he confronts truths about his inner war—and the loss of innocence he had to endure. Israel, 1999 More than twenty years have passed since the end of that war, but the man can still feel its echoes in his quiet civilian life. Driven by a desperation for something he cannot describe, the man enters a complicated love affair with a married woman. Even though he is no longer a young officer, the passion of his new lover reopens his old scars of war, as he confronts all that he could not—must not—leave behind.
The Secret of the Lost Diary: A Novel
by Yonit OvedEmma Jones longs for a way out. While she is working as a caregiver for the elderly Mrs. Baum, between her ward’s sullen demeanor and the clockwork routine of her household, every day feels the same. Until a parcel carrying the wrong address arrives at their doorstep one day, holding a faded, sealed diary. Compelled, Emma opens the diary and immerses herself in its incredible story – a choice that will change the course of her life, and the lives of those closest to her, forever. The only thing that Cricket still has of Ginger is her nickname. Everything else was lost – buried, just like the dreams they used to share. Desperate, she begins to write. First to herself, then to Ginger, not knowing that her diary will change her future – in more ways than she can imagine.
MYSTERIES | FICTION
Black Danube
by Nik GrybaskiHow do you save a woman jailed for murder when you know she didn’t do it? 1899 Vienna. A young dissident is murdered. Locked in a dank cell, his terrified fiancée admits to the savage killing. With the gallows beckoning, hope seems lost until the shy Leo Katz, an unlikely saviour with a camera and a dark secret, steps in to rescue her. But being a hero comes at a deadly price. If you enjoy vivid writing full of suspense, intriguing characters, and a different take on the historical crime fiction genre, then this tension-filled drama is for you.
A Wealth of Deception
by Trish EsdenWhen Vermont antique and art dealer, Edie Brown, discovers an unsettlingly dark collage by the famed reclusive “outsider” artist known only as Vespa, she opens a Pandora’s Box of deception and danger. Edie teams up with Uncle Tuck and Kala to investigate the background of the collage, but only uncover secrets that are more disturbing than the artwork itself. As Edie tracks down the validity of the piece, she stumbles into an art underground where some people are willing to kill to keep their schemes a secret.
MYSTERIES-COZY | FICTION
The Tycoon Murderer
by Maureen DriscollWhile renovating a mansion in Oregon, Josie Matthews is sent back to a house party in 1929 when two guests were murdered. While the killer was never found, it was believed to be Wall Street financier David Remington, better known as the Tycoon Murderer. This time around, different guests are dying and it's up to Josie to solve the crimes without becoming the next victim.
Sleuth on Safari
by A R KennedyA bargain deal on a safari + one dead body = An adventure no one could plan for. Naomi and her estranged sister are off on a trip of a lifetime—an African safari, a bucket list trip for Naomi on which she got a last-minute deal. Naomi thinks traveling with her sister will be the worst part of her African safari until she finds one of their fellow travelers, the unlikable Dr. Higgins, dead. She gets more adventure than she bargained for when she starts investigating what she thinks is murder but the luxury lodge says was a tragic accident. She only has a few vacation days, and a few game drives, to find the killer.
Above the Bridge
by Deborah GarnerWhen Paige MacKenzie arrives in Jackson Hole, her only goal is to complete a simple newspaper assignment about the Old West. However, it's not long before her instincts tell her there's more than a basic story to be found in the popular, northwestern Wyoming mountain area. A chance encounter with attractive cowboy Jake Norris soon has Paige chasing a legend of buried treasure, passed down through generations. From the torn edge of a water-damaged map to the mysterious glow of an antler arch, Paige will follow clues high into the mountainous terrain and deep into Jackson's history. Side-stepping a few shady characters who are also searching for the same hidden reward, she will have to decide who is trustworthy and who is not.
MYSTERIES-FEMALE SLEUTHS | FICTION
Bone of Contention
by Kristi RoseUS Marshall Mallory Bodine's hometown visit turns into a cold case murder investigation when a skeleton is unearthed in her mother's yard. Caught between lazy cops and the truth, Mallory digs through 14 years of lies to uncover the killer of a beloved schoolteacher. A gripping mystery thriller.
RELIGIOUS FICTION | FICTION
A Fallen Sparrow: A Novel of the American Revolution
by Lynne TagawaRuth Haynes uses the pen name Honorius when she writes for her father's Boston newspaper, but her Loyalist views may put them in danger. What will they do when the fighting starts? Jonathan Russell tries to protect her and is drawn into the conflict, defending his country while hiding a guilty secret. Unknown to either of them, a British spy walks in their midst. A 2023 Selah Award finalist.
The Time of His Choosing: (Christian Mystery Thriller)
by D. I. Hennessey*PRE-ORDER THIS NEW RELEASE* Ominous Changes are Coming... Prepare for the Ultimate Battle Against Evil Seven years have passed since Jimmy's triumphant defeat of Athaliah and her dark forces. But beneath the surface, a sense of unease is growing. The shadows of darkness are once again gathering. THE TIME OF HIS CHOOSING is the long-awaited sequel to the Within & Without Time series. Join Jimmy on his thrilling journey as his adventure takes a surprising new turn, thrusting him into the midst of crucial history. Fans of fantasy and adventure will love this sequel, packed with suspense, emotion, and a powerful message.
ROMANCE-COMEDY | FICTION
Field Rules
by Carla LunaGrad student Olivia Sanchez never thought she’d see Rick Langston again--not after their disastrous fling almost led to their academic ruin. But when she’s forced to work with him on an archaeological dig in Cyprus, their passion reignites under the scorching Mediterranean sun. The first in a spicy romantic comedy series featuring archaeologists getting down and dirty.
ROMANCE-CONTEMPORARY | FICTION
The Deep End
by Blake R. WolfeAs my son’s best friend, the pool boy should be off-limits, but those short shorts make it hard to keep my distance. TROPES: billionaire, Daddy (NO age play), friends to lovers, found family, forbidden love, and hurt/comfort.
Flirt Like a Fool
by Ellen BrooksI don’t need a change of pace; I need a change of life, but for now, I’ll settle for a week of surf, sand, and fun in the sun, along with my new mantra—flirt like a fool. I'm determined to enjoy myself during what was supposed to be my honeymoon, even though, thanks to a cheating ex-fiancé, I won't be a newlywed lounging at a five-star resort in the Caribbean, but rather crashing solo at my brother's best friend’s houseboat in the Florida Keys while he’s away. It might be a Christmas-themed small town, but it’s still the beach, right? As long as there’s a fruity frozen cocktail with my name on it, I’ll be fine, really. Until I arrive and discover my brother’s best friend isn’t away after all. He’s right here and is toned, tan, and tempting as hell. But, he’s off limits…even if his houseboat only has one bed.
Knocked Up By The Enemy
by Jaclyn HartleyMy enemy crashes my party—then she crashes into my heart, pregnant with our baby. I'm a billionaire media mogul living in the spotlight. She's a muralist with a cause, and she can't stand me. But when she stumbles in on me, icing my injured back, something shifts. Maybe it's her soft touch as she soothes my aching back, or maybe it's the way she challenges me. My body grows hotter, and I grab her waist to bring her in closer. Our bodies entwine in pleasure for an unforgettable moment together. There's a fire in her eyes that I can't resist, even as we clash over everything. She's feisty, passionate, and everything I never knew I wanted. But when I discover she's pregnant, everything changes. I must convince her that we can make this work, or else our worlds will tear us apart forever.
Things Your Husband Told Me
by Michelle KeillIn this candid and stirring collection, five women tell tales of chance encounters that changed their lives forever. They share stories of love found, forbidden, and forsaken. They speak of abandoning control, of flashes of chemistry, and of losing the irreplaceable. Escaping the past and running headlong into the future, they break hearts, they break free, and ignite sparks of desire and inspiration. As they embark upon their journeys of self-discovery, and of self-destruction, they bravely explore the furthest reaches of their deepest emotions and boldly reveal the things they learn along the way.
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