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A Mumbai Murder Mystery (Temple Hill Book 1)

Author: SHROFF-SHAH, MEETI

FREE

Amateur Sleuth Mysteries

Radhi returns home to Mumbai to lick her wounds after a failed relationship and a bout of writer’s block, but she soon gets caught up in the tangled mystery surrounding the death of her best friend’s father.

Among the rarefied circles of Mumbai’s posh Temple Hill, there is nothing more tragic than loss of face — not even loss of life.

Radhi’s pregnant best friend Sanjana’s father is found dead in his study. Everyone says it’s suicide. And yet, just hours before, he was telling Sanjana that he couldn’t wait to hold his grandchild in his arms.

Something feels off to Radhi. Her suspicions are further raised by the surly cook and timid young maid’s odd behaviour.

And who did the second cup of tea on his desk belong to?

Radhi is determined to uncover the truth. But the deeper she digs beneath the diamond-studded prayer meetings and the lavishly catered ‘pure-veg’ brunches, the faster she finds herself drawn into a web of festering grievances, hidden agendas and long-buried secrets.

As the intense Indian summer draws to an end and the monsoon sets in, Radhi risks everything to find out the truth.

A FABULOUSLY ENGROSSING AND ATMOSPHERIC CRIME MYSTERY THAT WILL TRANSPORT YOU STRAIGHT TO MUMBAI.

The Mountain Man’s Mail-Order Surprise: (Iron Creek Brides Book 1)

Author: Gracey, Karla

FREE

Inspirational Western Mail Order Bride Romance

Life will throw a lot of trouble your way—but love is always the reward.As an orphan who was raised by the Chippewa Indian tribe, Garrett Harding has grown up caught between two worlds.

Belonging to neither the Chippewa people nor the nearby settlement of Iron Creek, Garrett has lived apart from both communities, welcoming the solitude of a life spent alone.

But now, he has had enough of the loneliness—now, Garrett wants a wife.

Katy Jones is desperate.

After a deadly pandemic left her a widow, Katy now finds herself trapped in a disease-ridden town.

She is desperate to flee before she falls victim to the same sickness that recently took the life of her husband—but her rebellious marriage left her disowned from her family, and now Katy has no one to turn to for protection or help.

Needing a way out of town fast, Katy advertises as a mail-order bride, and it seems that fortune is on her side when Garrett sends her his reply.

Her journey to meet him in his homeland is a troubled one, but once she arrives, Garrett is there with his kindness and support, and Katy is hopeful for their future together.

Elizabeth and the Clan of Dragons (Fated Alpha Book 1)

Author: Mason, Ava

FREE

Wolf, Dragon Shifter Series

They took me because I’m theirs.

One minute I was running for my life—blood on my hands, my pack in ruins. The next, I was trapped in a mountain den with four massive Dragon shifters circling like predators. Watching me. Scenting me. Waiting for me to break.

They say I’m their Fated. That my wolf belongs to them.

Now they strip me bare with their eyes.Now their hands teach me what surrender tastes like.Now I’m on my knees, gasping their names as they ruin me one by one.

They say they’ll protect me from the monsters hunting me.But the real danger is what they’ll awaken when they finally take what’s theirs.

Because I might have been born an Alpha…But I’m about to be owned by Dragons.

Elizabeth and the Clan of Dragons is Book One of the Fated Alpha Series. Each book features a paranormal romance with one woman and four demanding, protective shifters.

Witching For Grace (Premonition Pointe Book 1)

Author: Chase, Deanna

FREE

Humorous Cozy Paranormal Romance

What’s a witch to do when her husband runs off with the secretary? Hex him, of course. Come meet Grace as she navigates midlife dating after a messy divorce in this cozy fantasy romance that is heavy on ride-or-die female friendships.

Welcome to Premonition Pointe, where witches take care of their own.

Grace Valentine had the perfect marriage and a great career managing her husband’s real estate office. Or so she thought until three months ago when she was served with divorce papers. Thanks to her philandering ex, not only is she out of a husband, she’s out of a job, too.

At the age of forty-five with the help of her coven, Grace is ready to pick up the pieces and move on. But her only job prospect is at the rival real estate office, and it’s only for a trial run. She’ll need to prove that she can sell the haunted properties of Premonition Pointe before she’s hired permanently.

But who has time to deal with haunted houses when she’s testing out every anti-perspirant on the market to combat her escalating hot flashes, trying not to succumb to the advances of the hot thirty-four-year-old in her office, and ignoring the urges to hex her ex with erectile disfunction? Okay, maybe she doesn’t ignore the urges. She might be a witch, but she’s only human. Can Grace prove to herself and her new boss she has the magical touch to sell the impossible and find the courage get her groove back… even if her new love interest is a decade younger?

Tempted (Sea Dragons of Amber Bay Book 1)

Author: Ashwood, Zoe

FREE

Paranormal Werewolves & Shifters Romance

★ Series now complete! ★

Amber Bay, Alaska, has it all.

A cozy log cabin with a roaring fireplace? Check.

A remote location where my family can’t find me? Check.

Three hot guys I can’t stop thinking about? Also check.

But the small off-grid town also has a mysterious undercurrent running through it. People are wary of strangers - even though they don’t know I’m a witch - and mothers shoo their children away when I’m near.

Something’s not right here, and I intend to find out what it is.

But I’m afraid that digging up this town’s secrets might expose my own.

Tempted is a small-town paranormal romance perfect for readers who enjoy sassy heroines, sexy sea dragon shifter heroes, and enough steamy scenes to heat up even a cold Alaskan night. This is the first book of a finished trilogy.

The Aeneid

Author: Virgil

FREE

Ancient, Classical & Medieval Poetry

The ancient epic of adventure, war, passion, and tragedy that follows a Trojan warrior on his journey to the land that will become Rome.

A work of epic poetry that has survived for over two thousand years, The Aeneid is the story of Aeneas. Born to a goddess and a mortal man, Aeneas leads a fleet on the Mediterranean; is beset by a great storm; becomes entangled in a romance with Dido, the queen of Carthage; and visits the underworld. His true destiny, though, awaits him in Italy, and he engages in bloody battle as he makes his way there—under the watchful gaze of the gods and goddesses who frequently intervene.

A fundamental classic of Western literature, The Aeneid is a majestic blend of myth, legend, and history that continues to transport modern readers into a long-lost world.

Time For You (Sunny Brook Farms Book 1)

Author: Harless, Renee

FREE

Small Town, Age Gap Romance

I had big plans when I returned home to my small town, but they didn’t include a retired hot-shot hockey player getting in my way.

The last person I wanted to fix up my historic dream home with was the handsome older man, with money to burn, who bought it right out from under me.

But thanks to my father, that’s exactly what happened. Colton Crawford was making my house a home, and I was back in my childhood room, trying not to think of the towering, gorgeous Adonis with a killer smile… and how much I hated him.

Or at least that’s what I tried to tell myself.

Because the more time we were forced to spend together in the dust and debris, the less our age-gap mattered.

And the more the sparks flew.

Colton was used to scoring on the ice, and after a freak storm left us sharing one tiny bed in his metal camper, the heat smoldering between us was hot enough to burn us both.

But just when I thought my sexy, new neighbor might not be so bad, real-life came knocking, reminding us what we walked away from.

Nettles & Petals: Grow Food. Eat Weeds. Save Seeds

Author: Walton, Jamie

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Gardening & Horticulture Flowers

A compelling call to change the way we think about gardening and growing food, Nettles & Petals by ecological horticulturist and social media sensation Jamie Walton is the only guide you need to make your garden more sustainable.

Full of inviting imagery and essential information, this accessible guide provides a holistic and ecological approach to gardening and vegetable growing. With a focus on biodiversity, soil health, and the creation of balanced ecosystems, Nettles & Petals is a must-read for any budding gardener.

Join Jamie and the @NettlesAndPetals community on their mission to save the wild plants we often attempt to eradicate from our gardens and learn how to begin growing them in your spaces in a practical way.

Dig into must-know topics including:

Companion plantingThe wonders of nettles and other weedsThe importance of flowers in the vegetable gardenCircular and ecological garden planningGrowing guides for Jamie’s ‘top 30’ vegetablesSeed saving and sowingUrban and small-scale sustainable gardeningHarvesting, preserving, and sharing produceAn ideal self-purchase or a gift for the green enthusiast in your life, Nettles & Petals is perfect for anyone curious about gardening sustainably.

Trisha’s Kitchen: Easy Comfort Food for Friends & Family

Author: Yearwood, Trisha, Bernard, Beth Yearwood

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Comfort Food Cooking

Trisha Yearwood’s fans know that she can cook up a comforting, delicious meal that will feed a family! Like her earlier bestsellers, Trisha’s Kitchen will include new family favorites and easy-to-make comfort foods, with stories about her family and what’s really important in life.

The 125 recipes include dishes her beloved mother used to make, plus new recipes like Pasta Pizza Snack Mix and Garth’s Teriyaki Bowl. Every recipe tells a story, whether it’s her grandma’s Million Dollar Cupcakes, or her Camo Cake that she made for her nephew’s birthday.

As Trisha says: “I love to cook now more than I ever have, because for me, cooking is about love. It’s sharing a meal with family and friends and talking about our lives. It’s working out thoughts in my head about what I need to conquer or accomplish while I’m working on a homemade pastry crust. Sometimes the feel of cold butter in my hands working through the flour just makes me see things more clearly.”

The Anti-Communist Manifesto

Author: Kelly, Jesse

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99

Communism & Socialism

A rallying cry striking at the roots of today’s major issues, Jesse Kelly uses his trademark bombast, intelligence, and humor to take down the most dangerous philosophy in history and address its resurgence in America. This instant bestseller is for anyone who feels alienated by political and popular culture in the United States and recognizes the danger of communism as it threatens to rip apart America’s social fabric.

Discover an in-depth look at the daily assault on our freedoms from the insidious communist movement in this country. More than a political statement, this book is an insightful drive through history, philosophy, and current events with one of the most entertaining and fearless conservatives in America at the wheel.

From weaponizing race, sex, and gender to hijacking our schools, communism threatens to destroy our cherished American way of life. Featuring practical tools and tactics to not only identify communists but also defend the United States from this malicious enemy, The Anti-Communist Manifesto is an instructive guide for all patriots.

Traditional Wicca: A Seeker’s Guide

Author: Mooney, Thorn

Regularly $19.99, Today $2.99

Wicca & Witchcraft

A Down-to-Earth Guide to Traditional Wicca

While there are many powerful variations of contemporary Witchcraft, traditional Wicca offers unique experiences for those who seek it out. This book explores structured, coven-based styles of Wicca, in which the practitioners typically trace initiatory lineages back to Wicca’s early founders. Discussing covens, initiations, lineages, practices, ethics, and more, Traditional Wicca shares tips and ideas on how to get the most from this profound approach to Witchcraft.

Discover how to recognize healthy, reputable covens. Learn how to navigate the process of asking for training and succeeding in an outer court. Explore the spiritual strength of lineages, hierarchies, and initiation. This book also includes contributions from several practitioners, providing valuable first-person perspectives on what it’s like to be on the traditional Wiccan path.

Invisible: The Forgotten Story of the Black Woman Lawyer Who Took Down America’s Most Powerful Mobster

Author: Carter, Stephen L.

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African American Biographies & Memoirs

She was black and a woman and a prosecutor, a graduate of Smith College and the granddaughter of slaves, as dazzlingly unlikely a combination as one could imagine in New York of the 1930s—and without the strategy she devised, Lucky Luciano, the most powerful Mafia boss in history, would never have been convicted. When special prosecutor Thomas E. Dewey selected twenty lawyers to help him clean up the city’s underworld, she was the only member of his team who was not a white male.

Eunice Hunton Carter, Stephen Carter’s grandmother, was raised in a world of stultifying expectations about race and gender, yet by the 1940s, her professional and political successes had made her one of the most famous black women in America. But her triumphs were shadowed by prejudice and tragedy. Greatly complicating her rise was her difficult relationship with her younger brother, Alphaeus, an avowed Communist who—together with his friend Dashiell Hammett—would go to prison during the McCarthy era. Yet she remained unbowed.

Moving, haunting, and as fast-paced as a novel, Invisible tells the true story of a woman who often found her path blocked by the social and political expectations of her time. But Eunice Carter never accepted defeat, and thanks to her grandson’s remarkable book, her long forgotten story is once again visible.

Capitol Murder (Dana Cutler Book 3)

Author: Margolin, Phillip

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Private Investigator Mysteries

New York Times bestselling author Phillip Margolin brings back reader favorites—private investigator Dana Cutler and lawyer Brad Miller—in CAPITOL MURDER, the thrilling new installment in Margolin’s Washington Trilogy.

Readers were first introduced to Brad and Dana in Executive Privilege, where they unmasked the President’s involvement in serial murders. In Supreme Justice, Brad and Dana were able to save the life of a Supreme Court Justice while foiling a plot by rogue members of the CIA to fix a case headed for the Court.

Now, in CAPITOL MURDER, Brad and Dana are reunited by wicked threats old and new. Convicted serial killer Clarence Little has escaped from death row in Oregon, and Brad receives threatening messages in DC, where he is working for Senator Jack Carson, a high-ranking member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. A dead body, murdered according to Littl’es MO, is found in the senator’s Georgetown home, and Carson has disappeared. While Dana is in Oregon digging into Carson’s shady background, a terrorist cell is poised to destory a packed professional football stadium in one of the biggest attacks on American soil. As the senator’s personal life begins to dovetail with the cell’s eviil plan, Brad and Dana will risk it all again to uncover the truth and save their country.

Praying the Names of Jesus

Author: Spangler, Ann

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Christian Devotionals

The Bible tells us that those who place their trust in Jesus and pray in one of His many names will be rewarded with gifts of joy, peace, and power. Join Ann Spangler, bestselling author of Praying the Names of God, as she guides you into a richer and more rewarding relationship with Christ by helping you to understand and pray His names on a daily basis.

His many titles, including “Good Shepherd,” “Bread of Life,” “Light of the World,” “Prince of Peace,” and “Bright Morning Star,” reveal who Jesus is and why he came into this world. But how much do you know about Jesus’ names?

Praying the Names of Jesus is a twenty-six-week devotional study that explores the most prominent names of Jesus throughout the New Testament. Each name or title is broken down into three sections each week:

Monday: Study a portion of Scripture that reveals a specific name of JesusTuesday through Thursday: Pray specific Scripture passages related to the nameFriday: Pray Scripture promises connected to the nameAs you learn more about the many names of Jesus, you’ll gain a more intimate knowledge of Jesus and his plan for your life, move toward a deeper experience of his love and mercy, and see how each of his names holds within it a promise: Teacher, Healer, Friend, Lord--and God with Us, no matter what we’re facing.

Craft: Stories I Wrote for the Devil

Author: Lima, Ananda

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Horror Collections & Anthologies

At a Halloween party in 1999, a writer slept with the devil. She sees him again and again throughout her life and she writes stories for him about things that are both impossible and true.

Lima lures readers into surreal pockets of the United States and Brazil where they’ll find bite-size Americans in vending machines and the ghosts of people who are not dead. Once there, she speaks to modern Brazilian-American immigrant experiences–of ambition, fear, longing, and belonging—and reveals the porousness of storytelling and of the places we call home.

With humor, an exquisite imagination, and a voice praised as “singular and wise and fresh” (Cathy Park Hong), Lima joins the literary lineage of Bulgakov and Lispector and the company of writers today like Ted Chiang, Carmen Maria Machado, and Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah.

My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean

Author: Dresner, Amy

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Substance Abuse Recovery

In the tradition of Blackout and Permanent Midnight, a darkly funny and revealing debut memoir of one woman’s twenty-year battle with sex, drugs, and alcohol addiction, and what happens when she finally emerges on the other side. Growing up in Beverly Hills, Amy Dresner had it all: a top-notch private school education, the most expensive summer camps, and even a weekly clothing allowance. But at 24, she started dabbling in meth in San Francisco and unleashed a fiendish addiction monster. Soon, if you could snort it, smoke it, or have sex with, she did. Smart and charming, with Daddy’s money to fall back on, she sort of managed to keep it all together. But on Christmas Eve 2011 all of that changed when, high on Oxycontin, she stupidly “brandished” a bread knife on her husband and was promptly arrested for “felony domestic violence with a deadly weapon.” Within months, she found herself in the psych ward--and then penniless, divorced, and looking at 240 hours of court-ordered community service.

Egypt’s Sister (The Silent Years Book #1): (A Biblical Ancient World Romance)

Author: Hunt, Angela

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Religious Romance

New York Times Bestselling Author’s Newest Biblical-Era Series

Five decades before the birth of Christ, Chava, daughter of the royal tutor, grows up with Urbi, a princess in Alexandria’s royal palace. When Urbi becomes Queen Cleopatra, Chava vows to be a faithful friend no matter what--but after she and Cleopatra have an argument, she finds herself imprisoned and sold into slavery.

Torn from her family, her community, and her elevated place in Alexandrian society, Chava finds herself cast off and alone in Rome. Forced to learn difficult lessons, she struggles to trust a promise HaShem has given her. After experiencing the best and worst of Roman society, Chava must choose between love and honor, between her own desires and God’s will for her life.

True Nature: The Pilgrimage of Peter Matthiessen

Author: Richardson, Lance

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Biographies & Memoirs of Authors

Peter Matthiessen (1927-2014), a towering figure of twentieth-century American letters, achieved so much during his lifetime, in so many different areas, that people have struggled to pin him down. While ambivalent about his WASP privilege—as a teenager he demanded that his name be removed from the New York Social Register—he attended Yale and cut his teeth in postwar Paris, co-founding The Paris Review as he worked undercover for the CIA. But then, after a rebellious stint as a Long Island fisherman, he escaped into a series of wild expeditions: floating through the Amazon to recover a prehistorical fossil; embedding with a tribe in Netherlands New Guinea; swimming with sharks off the coast of Australia. His novels, inspired by his travels, were unclassifiable meditations about Caymanian turtle hunters and frontier outlaws in the Florida Everglades. Meanwhile, his nonfiction became legendary: nature books like Wildlife in America—“key parts of the canon of emergent environmental writing,” says Bill McKibben—as well as advocacy journalism supporting Cesar Chavez, Leonard Peltier, and Native American land claims.

Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Resilience and Reinvention

NEW RELEASE | Biographies & Memoirs of Women | by Bobbi Brown 💄

“She didn’t just change how people wear makeup—she changed how they see themselves.” —Charlamagne tha God

Bobbi Brown, beauty mogul and visionary, opens up in her first memoir about the true story: reinvention, resilience, and the power of staying real.

At twenty-five, Bobbi moved to New York City to become a makeup artist and she hustled to break into the very gated fashion and beauty industry. Eight years later, she got a Vogue cover. By age thirty-seven, she sold her namesake brand (and her name) to Estée Lauder for a life-changing sum. She spent the next twenty-two years building her brand into a one billion dollar business. 💰

Until one day, she was called upstairs and unceremoniously told she was no longer in charge of the brand she built. At fifty-nine years old, she had to reinvent herself and begin all over again. 😱

In the early ‘90s, when makeup trends were about covering, contouring, and transforming, Bobbi blazed her own path with makeup that accentuated a woman’s natural beauty. In the process, she revolutionized the makeup industry. Her “no makeup makeup” philosophy was informed by two powerful women: her loving, glamorous mother who struggled with mental health issues, and her practical, no-nonsense Aunt Alice. 💕

What makes this essential: This is the definitive story of beauty icon Bobbi Brown’s resilience and reinvention. ⭐ Brown built a billion-dollar brand, sold it to Estée Lauder, ran it for twenty-two years, then was unceremoniously pushed out at fifty-nine. The devastation of losing control of the brand she built—and her own name—followed by reinventing herself all over again is inspiring and heartbreaking. Her “no makeup makeup” philosophy revolutionized beauty by celebrating natural beauty over transformation. The influence of her glamorous but mentally ill mother and her practical Aunt Alice adds emotional depth. Perfect for entrepreneurs, women navigating career transitions, beauty industry fans, or anyone who’s had to start over after losing everything. This is about staying real when everything changes. Essential! 🌟

Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur

NEW RELEASE | Rap & Hip-Hop Musician Biographies | by Jeff Pearlman 🎤

“Jeff Pearlman breaks down Tupac’s life like a veteran sportswriter examining a dynasty. This detailed look at his life is the work of a writer who understands the ego of greatness.” —Chuck D

“Pearlman delivers rich, engrossing, and fascinating new details about Shakur’s life and legacy—not just once or twice—but throughout each lively page... This is the type of needed journalism, reporting, and biography that finally and deservedly provides the definitive historic account on Shakur.” —Jonathan Abrams

Scrutinized in life, mythologized in death, Tupac Shakur remains a subject of immense cultural significance and speculation nearly thirty years after his murder. Despite a multitude of books, documentaries, and even a feature film, much about Tupac’s story remains shrouded and misunderstood. 😱

In Only God Can Judge Me, accomplished biographer and New York Times bestselling author Jeff Pearlman tackles his most nuanced subject, telling the definitive story of Tupac Shakur in unprecedented depth. Pearlman skillfully recreates West Coast hip hop in all its glory, going inside Death Row Records and on the sets of movies like Juice and Poetic Justice to offer the most clear-eyed rendering to date of the man who still casts a shadow over modern hip hop. 🎬

Featuring nearly seven hundred original interviews and never-before-published details from every corner of Tupac’s life, the result offers a truly singular portrait of one of modern pop culture’s most towering figures. Guided by the voices of those who knew and lived life alongside him, Only God Can Judge Me captures the layers of a man who, even thirty years after his death, remains as elusive as ever. 💫

What makes this essential: This is the definitive Tupac biography with 700 original interviews. ⭐ Jeff Pearlman (NYT bestselling biographer) spent years researching, conducting nearly seven hundred interviews to tell Tupac’s story with unprecedented depth. Unlike previous books that have mythologized or simplified him, Pearlman captures the complexity—the contradictions, the artistry, the violence, the activism. Going inside Death Row Records and onto movie sets provides intimate access. The book also captures West Coast hip hop’s golden age when it transformed popular music. Perfect for hip hop fans, Tupac devotees, anyone interested in ‘90s music history, or readers who want nuanced biography that honors complexity rather than sanitizing it. Chuck D and Jonathan Abrams’ praise shows this is THE definitive account. Essential reading! 🎵

Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?: Essays on Conquering the Quarter-Life Crisis

NEW RELEASE | Men, Women & Relationships Humor | by Eli Rallo 💭

From TikTok star and author of I Didn’t Know I Needed This, a reflection on the anxiety of transitioning into adulthood, navigating the quarter-life crisis, and realizing you’re actually not alone.

Does anyone else feel like they’re the only one having a quarter-life crisis?

As a senior in college, Eli Rallo expected her post-grad years to be filled with certainty—finally feeling like the “adult” she’d dreamed she’d be, with a cool job, an amazing apartment, fabulous friends, and lots of fun and flirty date nights. Instead she was met with crippling social anxiety, no idea what direction her career was taking, an inability to stop comparing herself to her peers’ picture-perfect lives on social media, and a looming sense that she may never feel certain. 😰

With deep honesty, raw emotions, humor, and relatability, Eli analyzes life in your twenties with a candid and heartfelt approach, asking and answering questions like:

How do you manage losing a best friend? How do you know who you are or what you want to do with your life? How do you navigate the social media comparison game? What happens when the timeline you made for yourself as a child is long in your past? How do you know you’re making the right decisions? 💔

Even though early adulthood doesn’t look like Sex and the City or Thirteen Going on Thirty the way Eli thought it would, she shows you that you’re not the only one who misses the days when they could swing by the dining hall or just wants to call their mom to make it all go away. 💕

Why I’m including this:

This is millennial/Gen Z quarter-life crisis validation in essay form. ⭐ Eli Rallo (TikTok star) speaks directly to twenty-somethings experiencing the gap between expectation (cool job, amazing apartment, fabulous friends) and reality (social anxiety, career confusion, social media comparison spiral, uncertainty about everything). The questions she tackles—losing best friends, finding yourself, navigating social media, dealing with timelines that didn’t work out—are exactly what this generation wrestles with. The honesty about wanting to “swing by the dining hall” or “call their mom to make it all go away” captures the nostalgia for simpler times. Perfect for anyone in their twenties, recent graduates, people experiencing quarter-life crisis, or anyone who needs validation that they’re not the only one struggling. Deeply relatable! 🌟

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A Kiss For The Cameras (Hollywood Rebels and Romeos Book 1)

FREE | Romantic Comedy | by Olivia Jaymes 🎬

Purely Business. No hearts involved... That’s how this public relations romance—a showmance—was described to best-selling author Paige Mitchell.

Dating Hollywood heartthrob Nate Mason is all for the publicity. He’ll hold her hand down the red carpet, and in return, she’ll let him star in the movie based on her book. It’s a win-win for both of them. 📸

Nate is charming and sexy with perfectly polished cheekbones and a smooth as chocolate British accent. She’s an American soccer mom who has had less than good luck in the love department. They shouldn’t have anything in common except ambition. 🔥

The more time they spend together, the more Paige begins to see the man behind the spoiled movie star façade. In private, he’s a different person, and things are starting to get very personal. It’s going to be difficult to remember... They’re only kissing for the cameras. 💋

Why I’m including this: This is fake dating with Hollywood glamour and genuine heart. ⭐ Olivia Jaymes delivers the ultimate showmance setup—bestselling author agrees to fake-date a British heartthrob so he can star in her movie adaptation. The contrast (soccer mom vs. movie star, American vs. British accent, private vs. public personas) creates delicious tension. The “man behind the façade” reveal is perfectly executed—in private, he’s different, and suddenly the fake relationship feels dangerously real. Perfect for fans of romantic comedy, readers who love fake relationship tropes, Hollywood settings, or anyone who wants swoony British actors and the blur between performance and reality. And it’s FREE! 🎥

Dog Collar Crime (A Lucie Rizzo Mystery Book 1)

FREE | Crime Caper Animal Mystery | by Adrienne Giordano 🐕

“Absolutely hilarious! I want more Lucie!” —Denise Swanson, NYT Bestselling Author

Dog walking seemed like an innocent job... but the mob has its paws in everything.

Lucie Rizzo, investment banker. Status: unemployed. It’s a hard fall from grace for Lucie to move back in with her mother until she lands on her feet again. Everything she did before was to get as far away as possible from her mob-infested family. 😱

Still, Lucie’s determined to make things work. She begins with a part-time gig walking dogs for wealthy clients, and it inspires her to start her own pet accessory line. Frankie Falcone, her smoking-hot ex, wants to start again as if they never stopped. He’s no stranger to family ties with “the Family,” either. 🔥

What does concern Lucie is the kidnappings. Well, petnappings. Someone local is abducting innocent dogs, and all of them belong to her upper-crust clients. One pilfered pooch is bad enough. Three is a pattern. At this rate, Lucie will be out of business in days and on the ASPCA’s Most Wanted list. Unless she solves the mystery herself—and sends the dogjacking culprits straight to the pound. 🐾

Why you might like this: This is cozy mystery meets mob family with dogjacking chaos. ⭐ Adrienne Giordano creates a hilarious premise—former investment banker trying to escape her mob family becomes a dog walker, only to get caught up in petnappings. Lucie’s determination to go legitimate while surrounded by “the Family” (including smoking-hot ex Frankie who’s also mob-connected) creates constant comedy and tension. The dog mystery is genuinely engaging, and the “ASPCA’s Most Wanted list” quip shows the humor throughout. Perfect for cozy mystery fans, readers who love animal-related mysteries, mob family dynamics with heart, or anyone who wants Janet Evanovich energy with dogs. And it’s FREE! 🕵️

Marrying Mandy (Brides of Clearwater Book 1)

FREE | Marriage of Convenience Inspirational Romance | by Melanie D. Snitker 💍

A marriage of convenience might be crazy... or an answer to both of their prayers.

Mandy Hudson swore she’d never marry. Abandoned by her parents and raised by her grandparents, she has a hard time trusting that real love will last. When her grandmother dies, Mandy is shocked to discover a stipulation in the will. Considering marriage to her best friend may be the only way to keep her family’s beloved bed-and-breakfast. 😢

The loss of his job threatens Preston Yarrow’s shaky financial stability. Besides, he can’t watch his best friend give up the only real home she’s ever known. Frustrated by Mandy’s stubborn refusal to let him help, he’s certain they are stronger together than they are apart. 💪

A marriage of convenience sounds like the perfect solution until love enters the equation and complicates everything. 💕

What makes this essential: This is marriage of convenience with best friends and faith. ⭐ Melanie D. Snitker writes inspirational romance with genuine emotional stakes. Mandy’s abandonment issues making her swear off marriage, then needing to marry her best friend to keep her grandmother’s B&B, creates perfect internal conflict. Preston losing his job but still wanting to help her (they’re stronger together!) shows selfless love. The “perfect solution until love complicates everything” is the marriage of convenience trope done beautifully—falling for your spouse when it was supposed to be practical. Perfect for inspirational romance fans, readers who love best friends to lovers, marriage of convenience with emotional depth, or anyone who wants faith-filled stories about trust and home. And it’s FREE! 🏠

Death and Wedding Cake (Sugar Creek Mystery Series Book 1)

FREE | Amateur Sleuth Mysteries | by Nova Walsh 🎂

A wedding, a body, and a best friend who insists on playing detective—Abby Hirsch’s homecoming just got complicated.

She came back to Sugar Creek to cater a wedding, not crash a crime scene. But when the bride’s biggest rival turns up dead at her aunt’s charming B&B, the big day is suddenly on the brink of disaster—and Abby is caught in the middle. 😱

With the wedding on the brink of disaster and her best friend Cassie all too eager to play detective, Abby suddenly has more on her plate than just hors d’oeuvres. The town is buzzing with secrets, the bride is about to snap, and someone is willing to kill to keep the past buried. 💀

As if a murder investigation weren’t enough, the distractingly handsome new sheriff seems determined to keep her out of trouble—or maybe just close to him. Now, Abby will have to juggle friendship, food, and finding a killer before the wedding turns into a funeral. 👮

Why I’m including this: This is Southern cozy mystery with wedding chaos and culinary charm. ⭐ Nova Walsh delivers everything cozy mystery fans love—caterer returns to small town, murder at the wedding she’s catering, best friend eager to play detective, secrets everywhere, and a handsome sheriff who’s both protective and attracted. The “more on her plate than hors d’oeuvres” and “wedding turns into a funeral” show the humor balancing the mystery. Perfect for fans of Joanne Fluke, Tonya Kappes, Ellie Alexander, or anyone who loves culinary mysteries with Southern charm, wedding settings, and amateur sleuths with romantic complications. And it’s FREE! 🕵️‍♀️

The Limping Lady: Based on the True Story of America’s Most Decorated Female Spy

FREE | Historical Spy Thriller Biography | by Livia Huntingdon-Jones 🕵️In the heart of occupied France, the Gestapo is hunting a ghost. They only know one thing about their most dangerous enemy: her limp.Sent to Lyon, a city built for conspiracy, an American spy with a wooden leg codenamed “Cuthbert” begins a one-woman war against the Third Reich. Under the guise of a naïve journalist, Virginia Hall orchestrates sabotage and builds escape lines, her every move shadowed by the threat of discovery. Her limp is her signature, the one flaw in her performance that could betray her. 😱When the enemy’s top spy hunter is brought in to eliminate the mysterious “Limping Lady,” Virginia must escalate her mission from espionage to open warfare. Tasked with forging a unified army from the feuding tribes of the Maquis, she must command bitter rivals in audacious heists and devastating attacks. From the rooftops of Lyon to the treacherous peaks of the Pyrenees, Virginia wages a war of wits and wills against a relentless enemy determined to unmask her. ⚔️Why I’m including this: This is true story of America’s most decorated female spy. ⭐ Virginia Hall’s story is extraordinary—American woman with a wooden leg (”Cuthbert”) becomes one of WWII’s most effective spies in occupied France. The Gestapo hunting the “Limping Lady” knowing only her distinctive gait, her escalation from espionage to commanding Maquis resistance fighters, and the cat-and-mouse with Nazi spy hunters creates edge-of-your-seat tension. The fact that this is TRUE makes it even more compelling. Perfect for WWII history fans, readers who love spy thrillers, female heroes in male-dominated fields, or anyone fascinated by resistance movements. And it’s FREE! 🎖️

Eye for Eye (Roy Cruise Book 1)

FREE | Legal Thrillers | by JK Franko ⚖️

Respected businessman Roy Cruise had the perfect life. Wealth, success, and a loving family... until his daughter was senselessly killed.

Now, racked with inconsolable grief and a need for justice, Roy finds himself planning what he thinks is the perfect murder. But his desire for justice may be his undoing as he soon learns that nothing is as it seems and that in the game of revenge only the smartest survive. 😱

EYE for EYE is an exhilarating crime thriller about how one man’s grief transforms his need for justice into a meticulous bloodthirsty campaign for retribution, not just on those that have wronged him but upon the legal system itself. ⚔️

What makes this essential: This is revenge thriller about grief turning ordinary man into vigilante. ⭐ JK Franko explores the transformation—respected businessman loses daughter, plans “perfect murder,” discovers nothing is as it seems. The “game of revenge only the smartest survive” and escalation from single murder to “campaign for retribution” against the legal system itself raises stakes beyond typical revenge plots. The psychological journey from grief to bloodthirsty justice examines what happens when the system fails. Perfect for legal thriller fans, readers who love morally complex protagonists, revenge plots with consequences, or anyone fascinated by how tragedy transforms people. And it’s FREE! 💀

Falling Down (The Boy in the Iron Box Book 1)

FREE | Science Fiction & Fantasy | by Guillermo del Toro, Chuck Hogan 🏔️

From Academy Award–winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro comes Falling Down, chapter one of The Boy in the Iron Box, a blood-chilling serialized novel about an ancient secret that was never meant to be unleashed.

A group of mercenaries on an unsanctioned mission survives a plane crash in whiteout conditions in the Tian Shan mountains. The men are accustomed to danger. Now they’re growing accustomed to fear. 😱

Team leader Liev and his band of survivors are stranded in the bitter winds with little hope of rescue—or outlasting the wolves that have scented blood. In the distance is the apparent sanctuary of an abandoned stone fortress. That an ancient bulwark even exists on this forsaken summit is beyond comprehension. So is what lies on the other side of its walls. 💀

Featuring exclusive interior artwork. Each chapter can be read or listened to in one breathless sitting. ⚡

Why I’m including this: This is Guillermo del Toro bringing his visual horror mastery to fiction. ⭐ The Oscar-winning director of Pan’s Labyrinth and The Shape of Water delivers atmospheric horror—mercenaries crash in mountains, find ancient fortress, discover something that should have stayed hidden. The “accustomed to danger, now growing accustomed to fear” perfectly captures escalating dread. The serialized format (one breathless sitting per chapter) with exclusive artwork creates immersive experience. Perfect for del Toro fans, readers who love survival horror, ancient secrets, or anyone who wants cinematic horror fiction. Chapter one FREE! 🎬

Earl of Wainthorpe (For the Love of an Earl Book 1)

FREE | Regency Romance Adventure | by Collette Cameron 💕

Could she ever love the unrepentant rake who won her in a wager?

He didn’t gamble on losing his heart when he won her at the gaming tables. Pierce, Earl of Wainthorpe has finally thwarted his worst enemy. Except, he can’t revel in his victory after winning his foe’s ward in a winner-takes-all wager. If Pierce refuses to assume Bianca Salisbury’s guardianship, the fiery-haired beauty with a matching temper may very well find herself sold to the highest bidder. 😱

The shameful secret she guards makes it impossible to love a rogue. Desperate to escape her blackguard cousin, Bianca Salisbury ventures to London to find a husband or employment. Instead, she’s bartered to a notorious rakehell. She either risks being compromised and accepts The Earl of Wainthorpe’s protection or flees him and her guardian. But without money and a place to go, she fears she’ll face the same tragic fate as her mother. 💔

What makes this essential: This is Regency romance with high stakes and redemption. ⭐ Collette Cameron creates compelling drama—rake wins a woman in a wager (classic trope), but discovering she’s his enemy’s ward with nowhere else to go complicates his victory. Bianca’s “fiery hair with matching temper” and shameful secret she guards add depth beyond typical damsel in distress. The threat of being “sold to the highest bidder” or facing her mother’s “tragic fate” raises genuine stakes. The rake with a conscience vs. the desperate woman who can’t trust rogues creates perfect tension. Perfect for Regency romance fans, readers who love rakes with hearts of gold, or anyone who wants arranged guardianship turning into genuine love. And it’s FREE! 👑

Dark and Stormy (Crestwood Valley)

FREE | Romantic Suspense | by Juliet Keane ☕

I was about to close the cafe for the day when Nash Tucker strolled through the door and right into my heart.

Maybe if our interactions had been limited to morning coffee, I wouldn’t have fallen so hard for the handsome new police chief. But no, he had to go and buy the house next to mine and prove himself to be an amazing neighbor in addition to being incredibly hot. 🔥

When Nash finds out that someone is sending me threatening letters, he takes his duty to serve and protect to the extreme. Nash is determined to keep me safe, but at what risk to my heart? 💕

Why you might like this: This is romantic suspense with small-town charm and protective hero. ⭐ Juliet Keane delivers the perfect setup—cafe owner falls for the new police chief who becomes her neighbor, then he discovers she’s receiving threatening letters and goes into protector mode. The “strolled through the door and right into my heart” and “amazing neighbor in addition to being incredibly hot” capture the swoon factor. The threatening letters add genuine danger beyond just romance. Perfect for readers who love protective heroes, small-town romance with suspense, neighbors to lovers, or anyone who wants coffee shop meetings and police chief heroes who take “serve and protect” seriously. And it’s FREE! 👮‍♂️

Anna Karenina

FREE | Classic Historical Russian Fiction | by Leo Tolstoy 📖

“All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.”

Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina is one of the greatest novels ever written—a sweeping, emotionally charged portrait of love, betrayal, and the search for meaning in a world bound by duty and desire. 💔

Set in Imperial Russia, the novel follows the doomed love affair between the elegant and passionate Anna Karenina and the dashing officer Count Vronsky. Torn between her heart and the constraints of a rigid society, Anna’s defiance leads her down a path of passion, scandal, and ultimately, tragedy. ⚡

Parallel to Anna’s story runs that of Konstantin Levin, whose spiritual journey toward faith and fulfillment offers a profound counterpoint—a reflection of Tolstoy’s own philosophical struggle with morality and purpose. 🌾

Rich with psychological depth, social critique, and lyrical beauty, Anna Karenina captures the full spectrum of human emotion—love and jealousy, joy and despair, guilt and redemption. A monumental work of art that endures as a masterpiece of realism and human truth. 🌟

What makes this essential: This is one of the greatest novels ever written—and it’s FREE. ⭐ Tolstoy’s masterpiece explores love, society, morality, and meaning through Anna’s tragic passion and Levin’s spiritual journey. The opening line (”All happy families are alike...”) is among literature’s most famous for good reason—it encapsulates Tolstoy’s insight into human nature. The psychological depth, social critique of Imperial Russia, and philosophical questions about faith and purpose make this more than a tragic love story—it’s a mirror of life itself. Perfect for classic literature fans, readers seeking profound psychological realism, or anyone who wants to understand why this 19th-century novel still speaks powerfully today. Essential reading. And FREE! 📚

The #FakeBoyfriend Bet (Fauxmance Files)

FREE | Fake Relationship Romance | by Emma Bray 💕

A grumpy bartender, a desperate influencer, a bet and a fake relationship. What could possibly go wrong?

Lena: The internet is watching my career crash and burn in real-time. One viral breakup video, and suddenly my influencer empire is collapsing faster than my ex’s fake apology video. My sponsors are running for the hills. My manager is stress-eating donuts by the dozen. The only solution? Find a man who has no clue who I am and convince him to be my fake boyfriend. 😱

Enter Max Carter. Holy mountains of muscle. He’s a bartender with a permanent scowl who looks at me like I’m everything wrong with society. He doesn’t know I have two million followers hanging on my every post. He just knows I’m the crazy woman offering him money to pretend he can’t keep his hands off me. 🔥

What I never expected? Those staged kisses would turn into real flames. His growled warnings when other men look my way? They make me shiver in places that have no business shivering. This was supposed to be fake. So why does it feel like I’m losing something real? 💔

Why I’m including this: This is fake dating with influencer culture and grumpy/sunshine perfection. ⭐ Emma Bray delivers modern romance—influencer’s career imploding after viral breakup, desperate solution of hiring a fake boyfriend, grumpy bartender who hates social media accepting money to pretend. The “holy mountains of muscle” and “permanent scowl” establish Max perfectly, and his “growled warnings” creating real desire shows the fake-to-real progression. The social media angle (two million followers, viral videos, sponsors fleeing) adds contemporary stakes. Perfect for fake relationship fans, grumpy/sunshine dynamics, influencer culture commentary, or anyone who wants staged kisses becoming real flames. And it’s FREE! 📱

Exit Mode: Unlock the hidden wealth in your business and sell it for millions

FREE | Business & Money Short Reads | by Adam J. Graham 💼

Your business isn’t just your income—it’s your fortune waiting to be unlocked.

Most SME owners never consider selling their business. They’re too busy running it, trapped in day-to-day operations, viewing their company simply as a job rather than a valuable asset. But what if you could transform your business into something worth millions? 💰

In Exit Mode, Adam J. Graham reveals how to fundamentally shift your mindset and start building a business designed for a lucrative sale. Through proven frameworks, real-world examples, and actionable guidance, you’ll discover how to package your company for maximum value and create a life-changing liquidity event for you and your family. ✨

It’s time to activate Exit Mode and unlock the hidden wealth you’ve been building all along. 🚀

What makes this essential: This is business strategy for SME owners who’ve never considered selling. ⭐ Adam J. Graham addresses a blindspot—most small business owners are trapped in operations, viewing their company as a job, never realizing it’s an asset worth millions. The “Exit Mode” mindset shift (building for sale from day one) with proven frameworks and real examples makes this actionable, not theoretical. The “life-changing liquidity event” language speaks to the transformational potential. Perfect for SME owners, entrepreneurs building companies, anyone contemplating business exit strategies, or readers who want to maximize business value. Short, focused, practical. And it’s FREE! 📊

The Quiet Zone: Unraveling the Mystery of a Town Suspended in Silence

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Human Geography | by Stephen Kurczy 📡

“Captures the complex beauty of a disconnected way of life.” —The Nation

Deep in the Appalachian Mountains lies the last truly quiet town in America.

Green Bank, West Virginia, is a place at once futuristic and old-fashioned: It’s home to the Green Bank Observatory, where astronomers search the depths of the universe using the latest technology, while schoolchildren go without WiFi or iPads. With a ban on all devices emanating radio frequencies that might interfere with the observatory’s telescopes, Quiet Zone residents live a life free from constant digital connectivity. 📵

But a community that on the surface seems idyllic is a place of contradictions, where the provincial meets the seemingly supernatural and quiet can serve as a cover for something darker. Stephen Kurczy embedded in Green Bank, making the residents his neighbors. He shopped at the general store, attended church services, went target shooting, square-danced with locals, sampled the moonshine. 🌲

Why I’m including this: This is fascinating exploration of America’s last truly disconnected town. ⭐ Stephen Kurczy embedded in Green Bank, WV—where WiFi and cell phones are banned to protect the radio telescope. The contradiction (futuristic observatory vs. no digital connectivity, idyllic surface vs. darker undercurrents) creates compelling tension. The immersive journalism (living there, becoming neighbors, experiencing the culture) provides authentic insight into life without constant connectivity. Perfect for readers interested in technology’s impact on society, Appalachian culture, unique American communities, or anyone curious about what life without WiFi actually looks like. Under $3! 🏔️

The Opposite of Me: A Novel

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99 | Women’s Humorous Fiction | by Sarah Pekkanen 👯

Twenty-nine-year-old Lindsey Rose has, for as long as she can remember, lived in the shadow of her devastatingly beautiful fraternal twin sister, Alex.

Determined to get noticed, Lindsey is finally on the cusp of being named creative vice president of an elite New York advertising agency, after years of eighty-plus hour weeks, migraines, and profound loneliness. But during the course of one devastating night, Lindsey’s carefully constructed life implodes. 😱

Humiliated and desperate, she flees the glitter of Manhattan and retreats to the time warp of her parents’ Maryland home. As her sister plans her lavish wedding to her prince charming, Lindsey struggles to maintain her identity as the smart, responsible twin, while she furtively tries to put her career back together. 💔

But things get more complicated when a long held family secret is unleashed that forces both sisters to reconsider who they are and who they are meant to be. ✨

What makes this essential: This is women’s fiction about twin sisters, identity, and family secrets. ⭐ Sarah Pekkanen explores the “smart twin vs. beautiful twin” dynamic with depth—Lindsey worked eighty-hour weeks for years to get noticed, then her life implodes in one night. The retreat home while Alex plans her perfect wedding creates painful contrast. The “long held family secret” that forces both sisters to reconsider everything promises genuine transformation beyond typical sibling rivalry. Perfect for women’s fiction fans, readers with sisters, anyone who’s felt overshadowed, or those who love stories about finding yourself after everything falls apart. Under $2! 💕

Hold My Girl: A Novel

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99 | Family Life Fiction | by Charlene Carr 👶

Two women. Two eggs. One life-altering mistake.

Katherine finally has it all. After seven difficult years of trying (and failing) to conceive, Katherine gives birth to Rose, her IVF miracle child, and at last has the one thing she’s wanted most. But one thing isn’t quite perfect. Rose’s pale skin doesn’t match Katherine’s complexion, and an irritating doubt begins to grow. 😱

Tess never got the happy ending she wanted. She underwent IVF at the same clinic as Katherine, but after finally conceiving, Tess’s daughter was stillborn. Now, nearly one year later, she’s divorced, broke, and stuck in a dead-end job. 💔

But shortly before Rose’s first birthday, Katherine and Tess get a call from the fertility clinic: Their eggs were switched. ⚡

What makes this essential: This is devastating premise with impossible choices. ⭐ Charlene Carr asks the unthinkable—what if the IVF clinic switched your eggs? Katherine has the baby she desperately wanted, but it’s genetically Tess’s child. Tess lost her baby (stillborn), grieved for a year, and now discovers her genetic daughter is alive and being raised by someone else. The moral, legal, and emotional complexity (who is the “real” mother?) creates heartbreaking tension. Perfect for women’s fiction fans, readers interested in bioethics and motherhood, or anyone who wants emotionally complex stories about impossible situations. Under $2! 💗

Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes… Everything

Regularly $12.99, Today $4.99 | Christian Social Issues | by Juli Slattery ✝️

The purpose of our sexuality is not self-discovery but to understand God’s love.

We tend to have pockets of our lives dominated by the flesh and driven by cultural wisdom. For many, sexuality is one of those pockets. Christians are confused about God’s views on sex and intimacy. We struggle to grasp the meaning or purpose of our sexuality, don’t know how to make sense of temptation, shame, brokenness, longings, or desires. 💔

Recognized expert in biblical sexuality Dr. Juli Slattery brings years of experience, biblical knowledge, and passion for the Lord in applying the call of Christians to surrender their views, questions, and pain to the God who changes everything. Surrendered Sexuality provides clear, biblical understanding of the significance of our sexuality and the transformational power of Christ. ✨

Readers discover how Jesus gave His life not primarily to change behavior, but to renew our identity—which is rooted in our union with Christ, not our wounds, feelings, desires, past or present sins, or purity. 🙏

What makes this essential: This is biblical sexuality teaching from a recognized expert. ⭐ Dr. Juli Slattery addresses confusion in Christian communities about sex, intimacy, and identity with clarity and compassion. The core message—identity rooted in union with Christ, not wounds/desires/purity—shifts focus from behavior modification to transformation. The acknowledgment of temptation, shame, brokenness, and longings without easy answers creates space for honest struggle. Perfect for Christians grappling with sexuality questions, church leaders seeking biblical framework, or anyone wanting to understand sexuality through theological lens. Under $5! 📖

The Mystery of Locked Rooms (The Delta Games Book 1)

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99 | Children’s Mystery & Detectives Books | by Lindsay Currie 🔐

Crack the codes. Find the treasure. Escape the house.

From the acclaimed author of Scritch Scratch and What Lives in the Woods comes an action-packed adventure about three friends who team up to find hidden treasure in an abandoned 1950’s funhouse.

Twelve-year-old Sarah Greene wants nothing more from her seventh-grade year than to beat the hardest escape room left in her town with her best friends, West, and Hannah. But when a foreclosure notice shows up on Sarah’s front door, everything changes. Since her father became ill two years ago, things have been bad, but not lose your house bad... until now. 😢

Sarah feels helpless until the day Hannah mentions a treasure rumored to be hidden in the walls of an abandoned funhouse. According to legend, three orphaned brothers built the most epic funhouse in existence, creating elaborate riddles and secret passages, and claimed to have hidden a treasure inside. ✨

Why you might like this: This is middle-grade adventure with escape room puzzles and real stakes. ⭐ Lindsay Currie (acclaimed author) delivers kid-friendly treasure hunt—Sarah needs to find treasure to save her house from foreclosure, abandoned 1950s funhouse with elaborate riddles and secret passages provides the perfect setting. The escape room angle appeals to modern kids, while the orphaned brothers’ legend and hidden treasure create classic adventure. Perfect for middle-grade readers, fans of escape rooms and puzzles, anyone who loves treasure hunts with emotional stakes, or kids dealing with family financial struggles. Under $2! 🗝️

A Pale Light in the Black: A NeoG Novel (NeoG Novels Book 1)

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99 | Space Marine Science Fiction | by K. B. Wagers 🚀

K. B. Wagers’ military SF novel introduces the Near-Earth Orbital Guard—NeoG—inspired by the U.S. Coast Guard’s real-life mission.

For the past year, their close loss in the annual Boarding Games has haunted Interceptor Team: Zuma’s Ghost. With this year’s competition looming, they’re looking forward to some payback—until an unexpected personnel change leaves them reeling. Their best swordsman has been transferred, and a new lieutenant has been assigned in his place. 😱

Maxine Carmichael is trying to carve a place in the world on her own—away from the pressure and influence of her powerful family. The last thing she wants is to cause trouble at her command on Jupiter Station. With her new team in turmoil, Max must overcome her self-doubt and win their trust if she’s going to succeed. Failing is not an option—and would only prove her parents right. ⚔️

Why I’m including this: This is space military SF inspired by the Coast Guard with found family. ⭐ K. B. Wagers creates unique military SF—NeoG modeled on Coast Guard (not Marines!), annual Boarding Games competition adding sports element, new lieutenant (Max) trying to escape powerful family’s shadow while winning hostile team’s trust. The “failing would prove her parents right” adds personal stakes beyond team dynamics. Perfect for military SF fans who want something different from typical space marines, readers who love found family and team dynamics, or anyone who wants competence porn with heart. Under $2! 🛸

Amish Jane Doe

Regularly $9.99, Today $1.99 | Amish Romance | by Shelley Shepard Gray 🕵️

Former sweethearts reunite while investigating murder in their Amish hometown in this inspirational romantic suspense from a New York Times bestseller.

Escaping his Amish community as a teen was about survival, but leaving meant breaking LizBeth Troyer’s heart. Now Detective Jackson Lapp is working a cold case—and the clue to a murdered Amish girl’s identity leads him back to his hometown. 💔

Can Jackson and LizBeth rebuild their broken trust and work together to catch a killer before another young Amish woman is murdered? ⚡

What makes this essential: This is Amish romantic suspense with cold case mystery. ⭐ Shelley Shepard Gray (NYT bestseller) combines genres brilliantly—former Amish teen who escaped and became a detective returns to investigate murdered Amish girl, reuniting with the sweetheart he left behind. The “survival” reason for leaving (not just rebellion) adds depth, and the broken trust between Jackson and LizBeth creates emotional stakes beyond the mystery. The threat of another murder raises urgency. Perfect for Amish fiction fans, readers who love romantic suspense with faith elements, cold cases, or second-chance romance with genuine obstacles. Under $2! 🌾

Memoirs of a Stuka Pilot

Regularly $17.99, Today $2.99 | Biographies of World War II | by Helmut Mahlke ✈️

“Well-written and holds the reader’s attention... an engaging book and a rare personal view of flying one of the most iconic aircraft of WWII.” —Firetrench

After recounting his early days as a naval cadet, including a voyage to the Far East aboard the cruiser Köln and as navigator/observer of the floatplane carried by the pocket battleship Admiral Scheer during the Spanish Civil War, Helmut Mahlke describes his flying training as a Stuka pilot. 🛩️

The author’s naval dive-bomber Gruppe was incorporated into the Luftwaffe upon the outbreak of war. What follows is a fascinating Stuka pilot’s-eye view of some of the most famous battles and campaigns of the early war years: the Blitzkrieg in France, Dunkirk, the Battle of Britain, the bombing of Malta, North Africa, Tobruk, and Crete, and finally, the invasion of the Soviet Union. ⚔️

Why I’m including this: This is rare firsthand account of flying the iconic Stuka dive-bomber. ⭐ Helmut Mahlke provides pilot’s-eye view of WWII’s most famous early campaigns—Blitzkrieg, Dunkirk, Battle of Britain, Malta, North Africa, Crete, Soviet invasion. The Stuka (with its terrifying siren) is one of WWII’s most recognizable aircraft, and personal memoirs from Luftwaffe pilots are relatively rare compared to Allied accounts. The trajectory from naval cadet to dive-bomber pilot through the war’s crucial campaigns provides comprehensive perspective. Perfect for WWII aviation history fans, anyone interested in German perspective, Luftwaffe operations, or readers who want firsthand accounts over secondary histories. Under $3! 🎖️

White Mountain

Regularly $8.99, Today $1.99 | Romantic Suspense | by Dinah McCall 🏔️

Why do the fingerprints of a recent murder victim in New York City belong to a man who has been dead for over thirty years?

To find out, FBI agent Jack Dolan heads to the victim’s last known address: a boardinghouse in Braden, Montana. Most of the guests at Abbott House are couples seeking help from the fertility clinic run by a team of dedicated doctors. So Jack’s arrival is a pleasant surprise for owner Isabella Abbott, who finds herself wrestling with feelings she’s never had before. 💕

Jack, too, shares the powerful connection, and is all too aware of the danger of letting personal desires get in the way of an investigation. He suspects someone ruthless is lurking in the shadows—someone with orders to kill. But what secrets are worth dying for in this peaceful place that offers miracles to desperate couples? 😱

And is Isabella part of the savage mystery that surrounds White Mountain? But the more Jack learns, the more he understands why the secrets of White Mountain must be kept hidden. At all costs. 💀

What makes this essential: This is romantic suspense with medical mystery and impossible fingerprints. ⭐ Dinah McCall creates compelling hook—murder victim’s fingerprints match a man dead thirty years. FBI agent investigating at Montana fertility clinic boardinghouse discovers both attraction to owner and sinister secrets worth killing for. The “miracles to desperate couples” vs. “savage mystery” and “secrets that must be kept hidden at all costs” suggest dark bioethics underneath the romance. Perfect for romantic suspense fans, readers who love medical thrillers, small-town secrets, or anyone who wants FBI agents falling for suspects while uncovering conspiracies. Under $2! 🔬

NEW RELEASES

Star of the Show: My Life on Stage

NEW RELEASE | Biographies of Composers & Musicians | by Dolly Parton ⭐

A stunning celebration of Dolly Parton’s iconic career as a performer, featuring entertaining personal stories alongside more than 500 photographs, including exclusive images and ephemera from her archive.

In Star of the Show, the culminating book in Dolly Parton’s photographic trilogy—following Songteller (lyrics) and Behind the Seams (fashion)—the global superstar finally shares a definitive look at her career as one of the world’s most dazzling and beloved performers. 🎤

Featuring engaging stories and memories from Parton’s dynamic life behind the microphone, this book spotlights her signature performances and star-making moments, from singing in front of her family to premiering on the Grand Ole Opry stage and beyond. Her formative years performing with country legend Porter Wagoner are chronicled as she learns hard lessons from life on the road. 🎸

Breaking out on her own at state fairs and critically acclaimed venues, she toured the world performing for millions of fans in arenas, stadiums, and at festivals. From making her onscreen debut in the blockbuster 9 to 5 to playing the Dallas Cowboys’ 2023 Thanksgiving halftime show to 42 million viewers, this global superstar knows no limits. 🌟

What makes this essential: This is the definitive Dolly Parton performance biography with 500+ photos. ⭐ The culminating book in her trilogy (Songteller, Behind the Seams, now Star of the Show), this covers her entire performing career from family performances to the Grand Ole Opry to world tours. The Porter Wagoner years, breaking out solo, 9 to 5, and still performing for 42 million viewers in 2023 shows her enduring impact. The exclusive archive photos and personal stories make this essential for fans. Perfect for Dolly Parton fans, country music history enthusiasts, or anyone who loves performer biographies with visual storytelling. A collector’s item! 👑

The Uncool: A Memoir

NEW RELEASE | Biographies of Journalists | by Cameron Crowe 🎸

“Cameron has written a book that feels like music, an intimate souvenir, like a song you can’t stop listening to.” —Stevie Nicks

The long-awaited memoir by Cameron Crowe—one of America’s most iconic journalists and filmmakers—The Uncool is a joyful dispatch from a lost world, a chronicle of the real-life events that became Almost Famous, and a coming-of-age journey filled with music legends as you’ve never seen them before. 🎬

Cameron Crowe was an unlikely rock and roll insider. Born in 1957 to parents who strictly banned the genre from their house, he dove headfirst into the world of music. By the time he graduated high school at fifteen, Crowe was contributing to Rolling Stone. His parents became believers, uneasily allowing him to interview and tour with legends like Led Zeppelin; Lynyrd Skynyrd; Bob Dylan; Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; and Fleetwood Mac. 📝

The Uncool offers a front-row ticket to the 1970s, a golden era for music and art when rock was young. Crowe spends his teens politely turning down the drugs and turning on his tape recorder. He talks his journalism teacher into giving him class credit for his road trip covering Led Zeppelin’s 1975 tour, which lands him—and the band—on the cover of Rolling Stone. He embeds with David Bowie as the sequestered genius transforms himself into the Thin White Duke. Why did Bowie give Crowe such unprecedented access? “Because you’re young enough to be honest,” Bowie tells him. ⚡

What makes this essential: This is the real story behind Almost Famous from Cameron Crowe himself. ⭐ The filmmaker who gave us Jerry Maguire, Say Anything, and Almost Famous reveals the true experiences that inspired his masterpiece—15-year-old journalist touring with Led Zeppelin, Led Zeppelin’s 1975 tour for class credit (!), embedding with David Bowie during the Thin White Duke transformation. The 1970s music access (no media junkets, just “you’re invited on an adventure”) and legends like Bowie trusting him “because you’re young enough to be honest” creates intimate portraits impossible today. Perfect for Almost Famous fans, 1970s rock history enthusiasts, journalism lovers, or anyone who wants behind-the-scenes music legends. Essential reading! 🎵

Pink Floyd Shine On: The Definitive Oral History

NEW RELEASE | Popular Music | by Mark Blake 🎵

The definitive oral history of Pink Floyd as told by friends, associates, family members and the band themselves through exclusive, never before published interviews.

Bestselling music author Mark Blake has been an associate and collaborator of Pink Floyd for over thirty years. Shine On takes on the behemoth task of capturing the most comprehensive history of the band ever compiled, drawing on huge amounts of new, archive and unpublished interview material with Gilmour, Waters, Mason and Wright. No other writer has interviewed the members of Pink Floyd as often nor as thoroughly. 🎸

For the first time, the band’s story is told as an oral history with each chapter presented through the words the band, their friends, contemporaries and supporting musicians. The accessible structure and high level of detail means that the narrative is both approachable to casual readers and magnetic to the committed. 📖

Shine On is comprised of a significant amount of previously unpublished material, including a rare interview with Rosemary Breen lamenting that her younger brother Roger, aka Syd Barrett, should have never become a musician as well as exclusive new interviews with the band and their associates, reflecting on their enduring legacy and recent twists in the band’s story. 💫

Why I’m including this: This is the definitive Pink Floyd oral history from insider Mark Blake. ⭐ Blake’s thirty-year relationship with Pink Floyd gives him unprecedented access—extensive unpublished interviews with Gilmour, Waters, Mason, and Wright, plus the rare interview with Syd Barrett’s sister saying he “should have never become a musician” adds poignant family perspective. The oral history format (told through the band’s own words, friends, contemporaries) creates intimate, multifaceted narrative. Perfect for Pink Floyd fans, classic rock enthusiasts, anyone interested in band dynamics and creative processes, or readers who want the most comprehensive Floyd history ever compiled. Essential for fans! 🌈

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Beautiful Storm (Lightning Strikes Book 1)

FREE | Romantic Suspense | by Barbara Freethy ⚡

“Freethy has a gift for creating complex characters.” —Library Journal

When her father’s plane mysteriously disappeared in the middle of an electrical storm, Alicia Monroe became obsessed with lightning. Now a news photographer in Miami, she covers local stories by day and chases storms at night. 📸

In a flash of lightning, she sees what appears to be a murder. But when she gets to the scene, there is no body—only a military tag belonging to Liliana Valdez, a woman who has been missing for two months. 😱

While police use the tag to jump-start their stalled investigation, Alicia sets off on her own to find the missing woman. Her search takes her into the heart of Miami’s Cuban-American community, where she meets the attractive but brooding Michael Cordero, who has his own demons to vanquish. 🔥

Soon Alicia and Michael are not just trying to save Liliana’s life but also their own, as someone will do anything to protect a dark secret... 💀

Why I’m including this: Barbara Freethy is a #1 NY Times bestselling author, and this is the first book in her Lightning Strikes trilogy where lightning leads to love, danger, and secrets. ⭐ The setup is brilliant—a storm-chasing photographer with trauma from her father’s disappearance witnesses a murder in a lightning flash. The missing woman, the military connection, and the Cuban-American community add layers of mystery. The slow-burn romance with Michael (who has his own demons) develops organically amid the danger. Freethy excels at creating complex characters and weaving suspense with emotion. Perfect for fans of romantic suspense, readers who love photographer protagonists, or anyone who wants compelling mysteries with Miami atmosphere. And it’s FREE! 🌩️

Piezano Pizza Oven Cookbook for Beginners: Make the Most of Your Piezano with 118 Simple and Tasty Homemade Crispy Crust Pizza Recipes

FREE | Pizza Making | by Leonard McGrane 🍕

Unleash the full potential of your Piezano Pizza Oven with this comprehensive guide cookbook.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to perfect your pizza game or an experienced home cook eager to explore the possibilities of the Piezano Pizza Oven, this book is for you. Discover the secrets to making restaurant-quality pizzas right at home. 👨‍🍳

Inside you’ll find:

* How to use your Piezano from setup to creating perfect crispy crust

* Perfect dough recipes: New York, Sicilian, Neapolitan, and more

* American classics: Chicago Deep Dish, BBQ Chicken Pizza

* Authentic Italian: Margherita, Quattro Stagioni, Pizza Bianca

* International flavors: Turkish Pide, Japanese Okonomiyaki, Korean Bulgogi Pizza

* Dietary options: Gluten-free, keto, vegan, and low-carb recipes

* Beyond pizza: Calzones, focaccia, breadsticks, Nutella Pizza, Coconut Cream Pie

* Expert tips to avoid common mistakes 🔥

Each recipe includes ingredients, high-resolution photos, prep/cook times, servings, detailed directions, nutritional information, and pro tips. 📖

What makes this essential: This is the complete guide specifically for Piezano Pizza Oven owners. ⭐ If you invested in a Piezano, you need a cookbook that maximizes its potential. Leonard McGrane provides 118 recipes covering every style from New York to Neapolitan, plus international varieties most pizza cookbooks skip. The dietary alternatives (gluten-free, keto, vegan) make it inclusive, and the “beyond pizza” section (calzones, focaccia, desserts) shows the oven’s versatility. High-resolution photos, nutritional info, and pro tips make every recipe accessible for beginners while offering enough variety for experienced cooks. Perfect for Piezano owners, pizza enthusiasts, or anyone who wants restaurant-quality pizza at home. And it’s FREE! 🍕

Rules of Golf: A Handy Fast Guide to Golf Rules 2019

FREE | Golf | by Team Golfwell ⛳

If you want to easily learn the rules of golf, then this book is for you. The perfect gift for a golfer!

The most major changes in 30 years to the Rules of Golf went into effect on January 1, 2019. This 6” x 9” guide gives you a clear and quick overview of the Rules of Golf and the recent changes which most commonly come into play when you need a fast answer. 📖

Divided into 7 sections: Before Starting Play, Tee Area, General Area (Fairway & Rough), Relief in the General Area, Penalty Areas, Bunkers, and Greens. Some rules are repeated in several sections for easy reference. The “QUICK RULES SUMMARY” will answer most rule questions in seconds with page references for more information. ⛳

You don’t have to remember all the rules if you keep this guide handy or on your phone for fast answers. Happy golfing! 🏌️

Why you might like this: This is an essential reference for any golfer navigating the 2019 rule changes. ⭐ Golf’s biggest rule overhaul in 30 years happened in 2019, and many golfers still aren’t clear on what changed. This guide focuses on the rules that actually come up during play (not obscure scenarios you’ll never encounter) and organizes them by where you are on the course—tee, fairway, bunker, green. The Quick Rules Summary answers most questions in seconds, which is exactly what you need when you’re on the course and don’t want to slow down play. Perfect for weekend golfers, league players, or anyone who wants to play by the rules without carrying the full USGA rulebook. Keep it in your bag or on your phone. And it’s FREE! 🏌️‍♀️

Bigfoot Bay Witches (Books 1-3 with Exclusive Bonus Story)

FREE | Paranormal Cozy Mysteries | by Cat Larson 🧙‍♀️

Magic. Mayhem. Murder. Just your typical day in Bigfoot Bay.

When Samm Hain left her small town 13 years ago to escape her witchy past, she never expected to return. And when mysterious circumstances bring her back, she never expects to stay, dealing with one mystical mishap after another. It’s enough to drive a girl batty. 🦇

As if that weren’t enough? She’s forced to tackle it all with her bewitched fiancé and no counterspell in sight. 🐸

This box set contains:

* Witch on Ice

* Bewitched Brew

* Witch Bane and The Croaking Game

* Away with the Fairies (exclusive bonus prequel)

About Book 1, “Witch on Ice”: I’m a witch in love with a frog. And you thought you had problems? 😱

Hi, my name is Sammara Eve Hain, and I don’t admit that to just anyone. Especially the witch part. All I ever wanted when I left Bigfoot Bay thirteen years ago was to disappear into the big city and lead an ordinary life. I never expected to return. And when I stumbled upon my childhood nemesis frozen solid inside a wall of ice, I never expected I’d be forced to stay. 🧊

Why I’m including this: This is paranormal cozy mystery with humor and heart. ⭐ Cat Larson creates a protagonist who desperately wants to be normal but can’t escape her witchy heritage—or her fiancé who’s been turned into a frog (courtesy of her sister, thanks Violet!). The town name alone (Bigfoot Bay) tells you this won’t be your typical cozy mystery. The setup of finding her childhood nemesis frozen in ice hooks you immediately, and the mystery of why she’s stuck in town unfolds across the series. You’re getting 3 full novels plus a bonus prequel, which is incredible value. Perfect for fans of Adele Abbott’s Witch Mysteries, anyone who loves paranormal cozies with snarky heroines, or readers who want mysteries where magic complicates everything. The frog fiancé subplot is both hilarious and touching. And it’s FREE! 🐸

The Blood King (Relics of God Trilogy Book 1)

FREE | Archaeological Thriller | by Matt James 🏺

One of the most coveted artifacts in human history is discovered in the hands of a truly remarkable individual—a man who is supposed to be pure myth.

Jacob and Naomi Fehr are twins in very different professions. Jacob is a Mossad agent, while Naomi is a brilliant archaeologist. Both are thrown into a deadly race against time when an ancient ruin tied to the fabled Holy Grail is unearthed in Jerusalem. ⚔️

After a brutal attack on her team, they must combine their skills to stop a shadowy organization from claiming the Grail’s legendary power. As ancient secrets unravel, the Fehrs uncover a conspiracy stretching back millennia, with dangerous forces willing to kill for control. 😱

Their journey leads them through perilous lands, where every clue brings them closer to an unimaginable truth. From Tel Aviv to the Scottish Highlands, the fate of history lies in their hands. 🌍

What makes this essential: Matt James is an international bestselling author who writes archaeological thrillers with breakneck pacing. ⭐ The twin protagonists—one Mossad agent, one archaeologist—give you both action expertise and historical knowledge, making them the perfect team to chase the Holy Grail. The discovery that someone “supposed to be pure myth” possesses the artifact adds intriguing mystery from page one. The conspiracy stretching back millennia, the shadowy organization, and the globe-trotting adventure (Tel Aviv to Scottish Highlands) hit all the right thriller notes. Perfect for fans of James Rollins, Steve Berry, or anyone who loves archaeological thrillers where ancient history collides with modern danger. This is Book 1 in the Relics of God trilogy, so more adventures await. And it’s FREE! 🗺️

Song of Dragons: The Complete Trilogy (World of Requiem)

FREE | Sword & Sorcery Fantasy | by Daniel Arenson 🐉

Song of Dragons, an epic fantasy trilogy, tells a story of blood, steel, and dragonfire. This bundle contains all three novels.

BOOK 1: BLOOD OF REQUIEM – Requiem, a kingdom of men who could become dragons, lies in ruin. Its destroyer, the tyrant Dies Irae, leads his griffins on a hunt for survivors. Will Requiem’s last children perish in the wilderness... or once more become dragons and fly to war? 🔥

Long ago stood the kingdom of Requiem, a land of men who could grow wings and scales, breathe fire, and take flight as dragons. Requiem ruled the sky. But Dies Irae, a tyrant leading an army of griffins, hunted Requiem’s people, burned their forests, and shattered their temples. Requiem fell. 💔

This ancient land now lies in ruin, its halls crumbled, its cries silenced, its skeletons littering the burned earth. In the wilderness, a scattering of survivors lives in hiding. The griffins still hunt them, and every day promises death. Will Requiem’s last children perish in exile... or once more become dragons and fly to war? ⚔️

Why I’m including this: This is epic dragon fantasy with the complete trilogy in one bundle. ⭐ Daniel Arenson creates a rich world where humans can shift into dragons (Requiem’s gift), but their kingdom has been destroyed and their people hunted to near-extinction. The setup—survivors hiding in the wilderness, deciding whether to remain hidden or rise up as dragons and fight—creates immediate tension. The tyrant Dies Irae with his griffin army makes a formidable antagonist, and the “last stand of a dying race” theme resonates powerfully. You’re getting ALL THREE novels, which means you can binge the entire story arc. Perfect for fans of Eragon, Anne McCaffrey’s dragon riders, or anyone who loves epic fantasy with dragon shifters, fallen kingdoms, and rebellion against tyranny. Complete trilogy FREE! 🐲

Trick or Truce: A Single Dad Age Gap Grumpy Sunshine Romance

FREE | Enemies to Lovers Romance | by Kristen Granata 🎃

Elena: When my candy bowl gets stolen by a mischievous teenager on Halloween, I march across the street to confront the girl’s father. Since the bowl is a memento from my family, I expect him to apologize and make his daughter give it back. No harm, no foul. Not only does the gorgeous single dad—who I’ve enjoyed watching mow his lawn without a shirt more times than I’d like to admit—deny the whole thing and take his daughter’s side, but he is extremely rude to me. 😤

I should let it go and cut my losses. But something about his self-righteous attitude strikes a nerve. So, I steal something from him to get even. And end up starting a war. 🔥

Grant: I’m too old to be pulling pranks on my neighbor. But when I see the smile it brings to my daughter’s face, I’ll do anything to keep her from reverting back to slamming her bedroom door and yelling that I don’t understand her. Being a single parent is hard, and being a father to a hormonal teenage girl is something else entirely. 💔

Which is why I call a truce with the beautiful blonde across the street and allow her to tutor my daughter. I’m not prepared for the bond they create, and I’m definitely not prepared for the way my body reacts whenever she’s around. 🔥

Why you might like this: This is enemies-to-lovers with a prank war and single dad depth. ⭐ Kristen Granata writes romances with genuine emotional stakes. The Halloween candy bowl theft sets off a prank war between neighbors, but Grant’s motivation—making his struggling teenage daughter smile—adds heart beneath the humor. Elena stealing something back to “get even” escalates perfectly. The age gap (she’s younger, he’s an older single dad), the forced proximity (tutoring his daughter), and the found family element as Elena bonds with the daughter create layers beyond just attraction. Grant’s vulnerability about not being enough for his teenage daughter is touching. Perfect for fans of rom-coms with substance, single parent romance, or age gap with grumpy/sunshine dynamics. And it’s FREE! 👨‍👧

Midnight Vow (Wolves of Midnight Book 1)

FREE | Paranormal Werewolves & Shifters Romance | by Becky Moynihan 🐺

Freeing my wolf could cost me everything...

As a natural-born werewolf, I should have shifted years ago. Instead, I’m little more than a human. Desperate to free my wolf, I leave my pack to seek the aid of a nearby witch coven. But when the meeting goes south, I run. Only to find out they’re hunting me. 😱

There’s no one I can turn to for help, until I meet the devilishly handsome Kolton Rivers. He’s the wealthiest, most powerful alpha in America, leader of the Midnight Pack. But his violent reputation precedes him. 💀

Unfortunately, a single touch from him starts to awaken my wolf. When he offers me protection, I refuse it. Despite my wolf’s reaction to him, I don’t trust his motives. Then he offers me something I can’t walk away from: help unleashing my wolf. 🔥

But his help comes at a price. If he succeeds in setting my wolf free, I must vow to give him something in return. Me. 💔

What makes this essential: This is steamy paranormal romance with enemies to lovers and arranged marriage tropes. ⭐ Becky Moynihan creates a unique twist—a werewolf who can’t shift, which makes her vulnerable in a world where power is everything. Kolton Rivers as the wealthy, powerful, morally gray alpha with a violent reputation is perfectly executed. The instant physical reaction (his touch awakens her wolf) creates undeniable chemistry, but the price for his help—she must give herself to him—raises the stakes impossibly high. The fated mates element combined with her mistrust of his motives creates delicious tension. Perfect for fans of wolf shifter romance, readers who love morally gray alphas, arranged marriage with genuine attraction, or anyone who wants steamy paranormal with feisty heroines who don’t immediately fall at the alpha’s feet. And it’s FREE! 🌙

The Communist Manifesto

FREE | Political Philosophy | by Karl Marx 📕

“Workers of the world, unite! You have nothing to lose but your chains.”

Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels’s The Communist Manifesto is one of the most influential political documents ever written—a bold and uncompromising call for social justice that transformed the modern world. ⚒️

First published in 1848, this concise yet powerful text outlines the theory of historical materialism, describing how history is driven by class struggle and economic inequality. Marx and Engels analyze the rise of the bourgeoisie, the exploitation of the working class, and the inevitable revolution that would lead to a classless, communist society. ✊

Far more than a political pamphlet, The Communist Manifesto is a profound work of philosophy, sociology, and moral conviction. Its ideas have shaped revolutions, inspired movements, and challenged the foundations of global capitalism for over 175 years. 🌍

With its clear logic, fiery prose, and enduring relevance, this manifesto remains an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the forces that shape economics, politics, and power today. 📖

What makes this essential: This is one of history’s most influential political texts—and it’s FREE. ⭐ Whether you agree with Marx or vehemently oppose his ideas, understanding The Communist Manifesto is essential for understanding modern political thought, economic systems, and global history. The theory of class struggle, the critique of capitalism, and the call for workers’ unity have shaped revolutions and political movements for 175+ years. The writing is surprisingly accessible—this isn’t dense academic prose, but fiery, persuasive argumentation. Perfect for students of political science, history buffs, anyone seeking to understand socialist/communist philosophy from the source rather than secondhand, or readers who want to grasp the ideas that continue influencing global politics. Essential reading regardless of your political stance. And it’s FREE! 🚩

ONSET: To Serve and Protect

FREE | Superhero Fantasy | by Glynn Stewart 🦸

A small town cop with an unexpected gift. A shadowy government agency on the side of justice. A call no good man could turn away.

When vampires attack David White’s small town, only luck, firepower, and the intervention of an elite government task force save his life. The aftermath leaves him in the middle of the world’s biggest secret: the existence of government agencies that regulate the supernatural. 🧛

They insist that David’s “luck” is actually a supernatural gift, and he’s immediately recruited into ONSET, the most shadowy part of America’s thin blue line of police protectors. 🔫

Questioning both his gifts and the agency he now serves, David is drawn into an escalating battle that threatens all of humanity. If he isn’t what ONSET thinks he is, the entire world may pay the price. 😱

Why I’m including this: This is urban fantasy with a law enforcement twist. ⭐ Glynn Stewart takes the “small town cop discovers the supernatural” trope and elevates it—David’s “luck” is actually a supernatural gift, making him valuable to ONSET, a government agency regulating supernatural threats. The concept of a “thin blue line” protecting humanity from supernatural dangers is compelling, and David’s uncertainty about both his gifts and the agency adds complexity. The stakes escalate quickly from “vampires attacked my town” to “the entire world is at risk,” keeping tension high. Perfect for fans of the Dresden Files, readers who love procedural urban fantasy where cops deal with supernatural crime, or anyone who wants superhero stories grounded in law enforcement. And it’s FREE! ⚡

Captive Bride (The Bridal Trilogy Book 1)

FREE | Dark Mafia Arranged Marriage Romance | by M. James 💍

All I want is my freedom. But the Bratva leader won’t take no for an answer...

My first husband is dead and buried. I’m left a widowed mafia princess—a dangerous title to hold, especially when one man already has his eye on me. Viktor Andreyev. His own men call him Ussuri. The Bear. 🐻

Older than me, with a reputation for violence and a cruel exterior to match, he’s no one I would ever choose for a husband. In fact, I’d hoped that I’d never have to marry again at all. But he’s made the price for peace my hand in marriage. And it’s clear that I can’t refuse. 😱

I’ve survived marriage to one cruel man already. I’m no fragile princess. I know I can survive this. But the secrets of the Bratva are darker than even I realized, and the more I learn, the more desperate I am to escape. Only one man, and the temptations he poses, stand in the way. 🔥

He holds my body captive. But he’ll never hold my heart. 💔

Why you might like this: This is dark mafia romance with forced marriage and a resilient heroine. ⭐ M. James writes mafia romance that doesn’t shy away from the darkness. The heroine is already a widow from one arranged marriage, and now she’s being forced into another with Viktor “The Bear” Andreyev—violent, older, cruel. But she’s not a fragile princess; she’s a survivor. The tension between “I know I can survive this” and discovering the Bratva’s darkest secrets creates compelling conflict. The “he holds my body captive but he’ll never hold my heart” premise sets up the classic dark romance arc where resistance gradually crumbles. Perfect for fans of dark romance, mafia stories with morally gray antiheroes, or arranged marriage where the heroine has agency despite impossible circumstances. Expect steam, danger, and secrets. And it’s FREE! 🖤

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Hammered (Legacy of Magic Book 1)

FREE | Humorous Paranormal Fantasy | by Lindsay Buroker 🔨

Seattle native Matti Puletasi has the strength of a bear, the stamina of an ox, and a magical hammer inherited from her dwarven mother. She’s happy renovating homes and occasionally thumping bad guys. 💪

Until she learns of a mysterious artifact hidden under the house she’s working on. Suddenly everybody from humans to orcs to werewolves wants it, and they’re willing to kill to get it. Things go from bad to worse when someone frames her for murder. 😱

The only person interested in helping her is a haughty elf assassin from another realm. He’s handsome, powerful, deadly—and he’s got his own agenda. She dare not trust him. Or be attracted to him. 🔥

But if she can’t clear her name, the assassin will be the least of her worries. ⚔️

Why I’m including this: Lindsay Buroker writes urban fantasy with humor and heart. ⭐ Set in the same world as her Death Before Dragons series, this spin-off features a half-dwarven heroine who’s more comfortable with power tools than magic. Matti’s practical, snarky, and strong—literally. The “framed for murder while everyone wants the MacGuffin under my renovation project” setup is delightfully chaotic, and the reluctant partnership with a deadly elf assassin who shouldn’t be trusted adds romantic tension. The slow-burn romance, adventure, and humor hit all the right notes. Perfect for fans of Ilona Andrews, K.F. Breene, or anyone who loves badass heroines, snarky banter, and elves who are hot but dangerous. Plus it’s Book 1 of a series! And it’s FREE! 🛠️

Everything She Ever Wanted (A Different Kind of Love Book 1)

FREE | Reverse Age Gap Romance | by Liz Durano 💕

She came to the desert to disappear. He showed up and refused to let her fade away.

After a devastating loss, transplant surgeon Harlow James leaves New York behind. Burned out, grieving, and alone, she heads west hoping to find peace—or maybe an ending. Instead, she stumbles into the Pearl, a sustainable desert home outside Taos, New Mexico, and the unexpected company of its infuriatingly magnetic owner. 🌵

Dax Drexel is everything Harlow swore she didn’t want. A master carpenter with sawdust on his hands and laughter in his eyes, he’s gorgeous, reckless, and thirteen years too young. But against the vast New Mexico sky, lines begin to blur. Their stolen nights feel dangerously close to healing. ✨

Harlow came looking for answers. What she found is a man who makes her question everything she thought she knew about love, success, and second chances. But in a world quick to judge a woman’s choices, can she risk her heart on someone who breaks all her rules? 💔

What makes this essential: This is reverse age gap romance that tackles grief and renewal with sensitivity. ⭐ The setup is compelling—a successful surgeon running from trauma meets a younger carpenter who sees through her walls. The thirteen-year age difference (with the woman older) flips typical romance dynamics, and Durano doesn’t shy away from the societal judgment that comes with it. The New Mexico desert setting provides both isolation for healing and beauty for rebirth. The forced proximity at the Pearl, the enemies-to-lovers tension, and the emotional journey from grief to hope make this more than just romance—it’s about having the courage to love again when you’ve lost everything. Perfect for fans of emotional contemporary romance, readers who want older heroines, or anyone who appreciates second-chance love stories with depth. And it’s FREE! 🌄

Truly Mine (Carmichael Security)

FREE | Bodyguard Romance | by Nichole Rose 🔥

When the man of her dreams decides to fight fire with fire, this curvy girl might just go down in flames…

Zayne Carmichael: The moment I set eyes on Emma Cooper, I knew she was meant to be mine. Unfortunately, my shy little lamb loves the word no. She’s been rejecting me since day one. So I’m breaking out the big guns and fighting fire with fire. She’s got too much on her shoulders. Mine were made to support her hectic world. By the end of the week, this curvy goddess will be mine. Even if I have to lie my way into her life and charm her whole damn family first. 😏

Emma Cooper: Hot, bossy, and relentless. That’s Zayne Carmichael. And the crazy man has his sights set on me. He has no clue just how different our lives really are. He owns his own private security company. I spend half of every day chasing after my grandma and her sister—both eighty going on eighteen. I know Zayne’s lying when he says I’m in danger, but he insists on following me anyway. Fine. He wants to play that game? I’ll let him. If he hasn’t fled by the end of the day, it’ll be a miracle. 😂

There’s just one problem: The longer I spend with him, the less I want him to flee. 💕

Why you might like this: This is over-the-top alpha romance with body positivity and humor. ⭐ Nichole Rose specializes in steamy romantic comedy with possessive heroes and curvy heroines who deserve to be worshipped. Zayne is unapologetically obsessed with Emma from page one, and his determination to insert himself into her chaotic life (complete with octogenarian shenanigans) is both funny and sweet. The dual POV lets us see his instant devotion and her gradual defenses crumbling. The age gap element, the caretaker burden Emma carries, and the found family dynamics with her hilarious grandmothers add depth to the insta-love. Perfect for fans of steamy romance, readers who love alpha heroes who know what they want, or anyone who needs laugh-out-loud moments with their heat. And it’s FREE! 🌹

Garlic: A Simple Cookbook for Everyone

FREE | Gourmet Cooking | by BookSumo Press 🧄

Come take a journey into the delights of easy cooking. This cookbook exemplifies the effortless nature of cooking simply—focusing entirely on GARLIC.

Inside you’ll find a complete set of simple but unique garlic recipes. Even though the recipes are straightforward, the tastes are amazing. From Algerian Saffron Bowls to Baked Chicken Oran, Garlicky Lamb to Southwest Rib-Eye Steaks, Hot Jamaican Filets to Blackened Chicken Cutlets—and much, much more. 🍽️

The preview includes: Tomato Based Chicken and Chickpeas, Couscous Ghardaïa, How to Make Haricot Beans, Whole Chicken Mediterranean Style, Mint and Tomato Lentils with Lamb, Topped Seafood Tacos, Garlicky Fish Griller, Honey Basil Chicken, and dozens more recipes. ✨

Why I’m including this: This is a FREE cookbook dedicated entirely to garlic lovers. ⭐ BookSumo Press creates accessible recipe collections that focus on single ingredients or techniques, making it easy to explore new flavors without complicated instructions. If you love garlic (and who doesn’t?), this collection gives you simple ways to incorporate it across cuisines—Algerian, Mediterranean, Southwest, Jamaican, and more. The recipes are designed to be easy enough for beginners but flavorful enough to impress. Perfect for home cooks who want to expand their garlic game, anyone looking for simple weeknight dinner ideas, or garlic enthusiasts who believe more is always better. And it’s completely FREE! 👨‍🍳

The Chester Creek Murders (Venator Cold Case Series Book 1)

FREE | Deliciously Addictive Cozy Murder Mystery | by Hazel Smith 🏨

A posh hotel, guests with secrets to hide, and a mysterious dead body.

Ivy Stone is excited to begin her first day as a maid at London’s Hotel LaFontaine. But from the moment she arrives, nothing goes as planned. She insults a guest, is snubbed by the other maids, and finds a dead body—all before lunch. 😱

With help from new friends on staff, Ivy’s amateur sleuthing uncovers clues to a thickening plot of revenge among the glamorous guests. While preparing for a prestigious fashion show, sampling gourmet dishes, and falling deeper in love with Monty the pup, Ivy suspects the killer is among them and will strike again. 🐶

In a race against time, Ivy must unmask the true culprit and save her friends before it’s too late. 🔍

Why I’m including this: This is cozy mystery set in a glamorous London hotel with an underdog heroine. ⭐ Hazel Smith creates the perfect cozy mystery environment—posh setting, quirky staff, glamorous guests with secrets, and a heroine who stumbles into murder on day one of her new job. The “deliciously addictive” label is accurate; the combination of mystery-solving, fashion show preparations, gourmet food, and a sweet puppy named Monty creates irresistible comfort reading. The found family dynamics with the hotel staff and the “upstairs/downstairs” class dynamics add depth. Perfect for fans of British cozy mysteries, anyone who loves hotel settings, or readers who want amateur sleuths with heart. Note: This is Book 2, but cozy mysteries typically work as standalones. And it’s FREE! ☕

Mystery Maid (Maid Ivy Book 2)

FREE | Romantic Suspense | by Jemi Fraser 🔥

She’s got a secret… Okay, she’s got several… But only one could get her killed.

Humiliated after being duped by her ex, Tansy chooses flight over fight. An inherited fishing lodge she can pull off the grid while working on her tech is the perfect hideout. 🏞️

Burned-out FBI agent Sam is worried about his best friend’s little sister. After a devastating case, he heads to Vermont to check on her. And if he happens to get her to fall in love with him? Even better. 😏

When the ex refuses to stay in the past, Sam knows he’ll do anything to keep her safe. 💪

Why you might like this: This is romantic suspense with brother’s best friend and protector tropes. ⭐ Jemi Fraser delivers all the classic elements—Tansy running from humiliation to a remote Vermont lodge, Sam showing up ostensibly to “check on” his friend’s sister (but really because he’s been pining for her), and a dangerous ex who won’t let go. The burned-out FBI agent hero brings both protective instincts and actual skills to the table, and the isolated lodge setting creates forced proximity. The tech angle (Tansy working on something while off-grid) suggests her secrets go deeper than just a bad ex. Perfect for fans of romantic suspense with small-town settings, brother’s best friend romance, or readers who love protective heroes and heroines in genuine danger. And it’s FREE! 🌲

Built Of Secrets (Small Town Heroes Romance Book 1)

FREE | Writing & Language Reference | by Kathy Widenhouse ✍️

The fundamentals of good writing are woven into scripture. Biblical truths provide the cornerstone for our lives—including our writing lives.

These 101 devotionals combine the best “by the book” practices in the writing profession with God’s writing guidelines in scripture to encourage and equip writers to write by The Book—God’s book. 📖

Each devotional includes scripture, an illustration from the writing world, a summary truth to equip you in your writing journey, and a prayer you can apply to your writing life. ✨

Whether you write as part of your job, as a freelancer or blogger, as part of day-to-day life, or simply for fun—you can apply these truths to become a stronger, more empowered writer who inspires others with your words. 🙏

What makes this essential: This is a unique blend of writing craft and Christian faith. ⭐ Kathy Widenhouse isn’t just giving writing tips or just offering devotionals—she’s connecting biblical principles to practical writing skills in ways that strengthen both your craft and your spiritual life. The 101 devotional format makes it perfect for daily reading, and each entry includes scripture, writing illustration, practical truth, and prayer. Whether you’re a Christian writer looking to integrate faith and craft, a blogger seeking inspiration, or anyone who writes and wants to approach it from a faith perspective, this book offers encouragement and practical guidance. Perfect for Christian writers at any level, church communications teams, or anyone who sees writing as a calling. And it’s FREE! 📝

Writing By The Book: 101 devotionals that encourage and equip writers to write well

Author: Widenhouse, Kathy

FREE

Writing & Language Reference

The fundamentals of good writing are woven into scripture. Biblical truths provide the cornerstone for our lives. That includes our writing lives.

These 101 devotionals combine the best “by the book” practices in the writing profession with God’s writing guidelines in scripture to encourage and equip writers to write by The Book – God’s book.

Each devotional includes a scripture, and illustration from the writing world, a summary truth to equip you in your writing journey, and a prayer you can use to apply the principle to your writing life.

Whether you write as part of your job, as a freelancer or blogger, as part of your day-to-day life, or simply for fun – you can apply the truths of these devotionals to become a stronger, more empowered writer who inspires others with your words.

A Ghostly Guardian (Midlife Mysteries Book 1)

FREE | Historical Ghost Romance, Paranormal later in Life Romance | by H.P. Mallory 👻

A scandalous diamond theft. A ghostly husband. And a brooding inspector who might just be my downfall... or my second chance.

London, 1880 — I came back to England to face the ghosts of my past. What I didn’t expect was to land in a jail cell, accused of stealing a diamond necklace. (Technically, I did steal it—but it was mine to begin with.) 💎

After a year of mourning in Paris, I’ve returned home to find myself entangled in more than just grief. My late husband Patrick isn’t as late as I thought. His ghost has decided to show up just in time to help me prove my innocence. 😱

Which would be easier if the man standing between me and freedom wasn’t Inspector Grant Stirling—my husband’s closest friend, a man made of stormclouds and suspicion… and far too handsome for his own good. 🔥

But this necklace scandal is just the beginning. 👀

Why I’m including this: This is Victorian mystery romance with a ghost twist and midlife romance. ⭐ H.P. Mallory combines historical romance, paranormal elements, and mystery in a delicious mix. The heroine’s snarky voice (”Technically, I did steal it—but it was mine”) immediately hooks you, and the setup is brilliant: widow returns from Paris, gets arrested for stealing her own necklace, and her dead husband’s ghost appears to help while his living best friend investigates her. The love triangle dynamics (ghostly husband vs. living inspector) create unique tension. The “later in life romance” angle means our heroine has history, grief, and complexity. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn’s Veronica Speedwell series, anyone who loves Victorian settings with paranormal twists, or readers who want mature romance with mystery. And it’s FREE! 💀

The Last of the Mohicans

FREE | Classic American Literature | by James Fenimore Cooper 🏹

In the heart of the wilderness, amid war and betrayal, loyalty and love are tested to their limits.

One of the greatest adventure novels ever written—a sweeping tale of bravery, brotherhood, and tragedy set during the French and Indian War in 18th-century America. 🌲

At the center: Hawkeye (Natty Bumppo), a rugged frontiersman raised among Native Americans, and his noble companions Chingachgook and Uncas, the last of the Mohican tribe. When they vow to protect Cora and Alice Munro, daughters of a British officer, they’re drawn into a perilous struggle through forests, rivers, and battlefields—facing both human treachery and the brutal forces of nature. ⚔️

Through vivid landscapes and unforgettable characters, Cooper explores themes of honor, freedom, loyalty, and the vanishing wilderness. A masterpiece of romantic adventure and moral depth that continues to inspire generations. 📚

What makes this essential: This is a cornerstone of early American literature that’s completely FREE. ⭐ Published in 1826, The Last of the Mohicans defined the American frontier adventure genre and gave us one of literature’s most enduring heroes in Hawkeye. Cooper’s portrayal of Native American culture (while dated by modern standards) was groundbreaking for its time, and his themes—the clash between civilization and wilderness, the tragedy of cultures disappearing, the bonds between people across racial lines—remain powerful. The action sequences still thrill, the moral questions still resonate, and the elegiac tone as Uncas (the last Mohican) faces his fate is genuinely moving. Perfect for classic literature fans, anyone interested in early American writing, or readers who want to understand the roots of the frontier adventure genre. Essential reading. And FREE! 🦅

Since We’ve No Place to Go (Sweet as Sugar Maple)

FREE | Very Merry Romantic Comedy | by Kate Watson 🎄

The only thing I hate worse than Christmas is Cooper Freaking Kellogg.

Liesel: My reason for hating Christmas is simple—my mom loved Christmas, and now she’s gone. My reason for hating Cooper Kellogg is also simple: he annoys the jingle out of me. The all-star, all-ego player is on the injured list, and lucky me, we’re assigned to work together. Between awkward team events, a Christmas escape room, and some very inconvenient mistletoe, Coop and I are getting way too close for comfort. Then we’re trapped in a blizzard overnight, and Coop’s cocky grin slips. I start falling for his exasperatingly handsome face faster than the snow can pile up. Unfortunately, my overprotective MLB dad and brothers have one rule bigger than Santa himself: no dating players. 😰

Cooper: Liesel Fischer is the Grinch I never knew I needed. She’s smart, snarky, and treats me like a typo she wants to delete. Getting under her skin is my new favorite Christmas tradition. It doesn’t matter that I’m itching to unwrap all the intriguing layers beneath her prickly exterior. Or that she’s the first woman I’ve ever wanted to drop my own walls for. I’m not allowed to date her. I shouldn’t date her. But after a blizzard traps us together and I miss my flight home, I’m definitely going to date her. 🔥

Why I’m including this: This is Christmas enemies-to-lovers with baseball and grief. ⭐ Kate Watson delivers a holiday romcom that balances humor with heart. Liesel’s hatred of Christmas stems from genuine loss (her mother), which gives emotional depth to what could be a purely fluffy story. Cooper as the cocky injured player who’s actually deeper than he appears is perfectly executed. The forced proximity (Christmas events, escape rooms, blizzard), the forbidden element (don’t date players rule), and the dual POV showing their walls coming down make this irresistible. Perfect for fans of holiday romance, sports romance, or anyone who loves enemies-to-lovers where they’re fighting their attraction the whole time. Great for readers who want Christmas stories with genuine emotion beneath the cheer. And it’s FREE! ⛄

Nantucket Sunset : Escapist beach fiction for Elin Hilderbrand fans

FREE | Contemporary Women’s Fiction | by Melissa Hill 🌅

Another gorgeously escapist Nantucket novel from the USA Today bestselling author of Nantucket Summer.

When three estranged friends—Emmy, Margot, and Tessa—return to Nantucket for the first time in decades, it’s not for a reunion. It’s for Lauren. The fourth member of their once-inseparable group has passed unexpectedly, leaving behind a final request: revisit the place where their friendship began and finish what they started. 💔

Waiting for them is The Dune Deck, the weatherworn sunset bar that once held their best memories. Run by Lila, who’s facing her own decision: sell the bar and leave the past behind, or fight for the dream she and her late husband built. 🌊

As the trip unfolds in sun-drenched days, late-night swims, and long-overdue truths, each woman must confront who she was, who she is, and who she wants to become. Sometimes the only way to move forward is to return to where it all began. ✨

“Blissfully escapist.” —CLOSER

What makes this essential: This is women’s fiction for Elin Hilderbrand fans who want emotional depth with their beach reads. ⭐ Melissa Hill creates the perfect blend of gorgeous setting, complex friendships, and life-at-a-crossroads drama. The setup—three estranged friends reuniting because the fourth has died—immediately creates emotional stakes, and the weatherworn beach bar adds atmosphere. Each woman is facing different life questions, and the Nantucket setting provides both nostalgia and possibility. The “finish what they started” mystery keeps you reading, while the exploration of who we were versus who we’ve become resonates universally. Perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand, readers who love friendship stories with depth, or anyone who needs escapist fiction that still makes you feel something. And it’s FREE! 🏖️

The Prince’s Vessel (Duty & Magic: MM Modern Day Regency)

FREE | Gay Romance | by S. Rodman 👑

Most men would be flattered to be sent to a prince’s bed. To me it’s just a chore.

Jem: I’ve been giving my magic and my body to mages my whole adult life. So when Prince Wilhelm is in London for King Charles’s coronation and I’m provided as hospitality—along with the champagne and the penthouse suite—I’m not impressed. It’s just another night. He’s just going to use me, take my magic, and send me on my way. I’m the disgraced younger brother of Duke Sothbridge, ostracized from society since I was a teenager, considered good enough for only one thing. He is a prince, not Prince Charming, and I’m nobody’s Cinderella. Fairy tales are just that. One night won’t change everything. 💔

Will: When Jem walks into the room, I’m blown away. He’s utterly gorgeous, and his magic sings to mine like no other ever has. He’s also feisty as hell. I’ve never been more smitten. He’s only here for the night, but by morning I’m going to want to keep him. Which won’t be a problem—I always get what I want. I think this night will change everything. ✨

The Prince’s Vessel contains hurt/comfort, a happy ever after ending, a charming prince, and leaving a plug behind instead of a slipper. 🔥

Why I’m including this: This is MM romance with modern fantasy Regency vibes and consent issues handled thoughtfully. ⭐ S. Rodman creates a unique world where magic users are exploited, and Jem has resigned himself to being used. The power imbalance (prince vs. disgraced noble forced into service) could be problematic, but Will’s immediate recognition that Jem is special—not just a transaction—shifts the dynamic. The Cinderella parallels (even down to leaving a plug instead of a slipper!) add playful fairy tale elements to a story that’s actually about healing and being valued. Perfect for MM romance fans, readers who love magical systems with consent themes, or anyone who wants hurt/comfort with a prince who sees beyond what society has reduced someone to. And it’s FREE! 💕

Baby, Let’s Play House: Elvis Presley and the Women Who Loved Him

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Biographies of Entertainers | by Alanna Nash 👑

“[Alanna] Nash belongs in the pantheon of great music writers, and [Baby, Let’s Play House] is a fascinating study.” —Rosanne Cash

Just in time for what would be Elvis’s 90th birthday comes the first-ever Elvis book focusing solely on his complex relationships with women—including Ann-Margret, Linda Thompson, Mary Ann Mobley, Cher, Raquel Welch, Barbara Eden, and Cybill Shepherd. 💕

Called “by far the best study of Presley I have ever read” by Philip Norman (author of biographies on John Lennon and The Beatles) and “the most entertaining Elvis book ever” by Jimmy McDonough, this biography features dozens of exclusive interviews and scores of never-before-seen photos. 📸

A must-have collector’s item for fans of The King everywhere. 🎸

What makes this essential: This is the definitive book on Elvis’s relationships by a CMA Media Achievement Award winner. ⭐ Alanna Nash is a respected music journalist, and this angle—focusing exclusively on Elvis’s relationships with women—reveals sides of him other biographies miss. The exclusive interviews with the women themselves (Ann-Margret, Linda Thompson, etc.) provide firsthand accounts rather than speculation. The never-before-seen photos make it a collector’s item. Nash doesn’t just gossip; she examines how Elvis’s upbringing, fame, and psychological makeup shaped his relationships. Perfect for Elvis fans, anyone interested in celebrity biographies that go deeper, or readers fascinated by how fame affects intimacy. Under $3! 👨‍🎤

The Heart of the Bible: Explore the Power of Key Bible Passages for 52-Weeks

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Christian Bible Quotations | by John F. MacArthur 📖

A devotional, verse-memorization journey through 52 key passages of Scripture.

*This 52-week guide can be started at any point in the year.

All of Scripture is important, but certain passages are especially helpful for understanding and becoming grounded in God’s truth. In The Heart of the Bible, Pastor John MacArthur shares verses he believes are most significant, helping you unpack their meaning and encouraging you to memorize them—one per week for a full year. ✝️

Written in a devotional style, each verse is followed by MacArthur’s thoughts and comments, giving deeper understanding of the passages and their importance to Christians. Topics covered include:

* Knowing and trusting our great God

* What happened at the cross

* Accepting God’s salvation

* Living worthy of our calling

* Following Jesus

These treasured pieces of Scripture aren’t just meant to be read—they’re meant to be savored, repeated, meditated on, and memorized. 🙏

Why I’m including this: John MacArthur is one of the most respected Bible teachers in evangelical Christianity. ⭐ This isn’t just a devotional or just a memory system—it combines both to help you internalize Scripture deeply. The 52-week format (one verse per week) is manageable, and starting any time of year removes the pressure of New Year’s resolutions. MacArthur’s theological depth means you’re getting solid biblical teaching, not just inspirational fluff. The focus on verses about God’s nature, salvation, and discipleship covers the essentials of Christian faith. Perfect for Christians wanting to memorize Scripture systematically, anyone looking for a year-long devotional, or readers who appreciate MacArthur’s teaching style. Under $3! 📚

Conquer Worry and Anxiety: The Secret to Mastering Your Mind

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Stress Management | by Daniel G. Amen 🧠

You can overcome worry and anxiety today. It is possible to feel better fast—and to make it last.

Many people think therapy needs to be long, hard, and painful. But renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel G. Amen will guide you to lasting change, teaching you how to make decisions that serve your brain’s health and set you on a path to a happier, healthier, more grateful life. 💪

With down-to-earth style that makes modern neuroscience understandable and actionable, he gives you:

* 25 simple and effective ways to calm anxiety

* A plan for overcoming negative thoughts

* Techniques and habits for stress management, relaxation, and wellness

You don’t need to remain trapped by anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions. Each of us can make small changes that, over time, create amazing results. ✨

What makes this essential: Dr. Daniel Amen is a neuroscientist and psychiatrist who makes brain health accessible. ⭐ Unlike therapy-focused anxiety books or purely pharmaceutical approaches, Amen focuses on brain optimization through actionable behaviors. The “feel better fast” promise isn’t empty—he provides 25 specific techniques you can implement immediately. His approach combines neuroscience with practical strategies, giving you both understanding (why these techniques work) and application (how to do them). The emphasis on small changes creating long-term results is encouraging rather than overwhelming. Perfect for anyone struggling with anxiety, readers who want science-backed mental health strategies, or those who’ve found traditional therapy insufficient. Dr. Amen’s books have helped millions. Under $3! 💙

The King is Dead, Long Live the King!: Majesty, Mourning and Modernity in Edwardian Britain

Regularly $3.99, Today $1.99 | Biographies of Royalty | by Martin Williams 👑

The public response to Queen Elizabeth II’s death in September 2022 was unforgettable—but not without precedent.

When King Edward VII died in May 1910, the political, social, and cultural anxieties of a nation in turmoil were temporarily set aside during a summer of intense and ritualized mourning. 🖤

Martin Williams charts a period of tension and transition as one era slipped away and another took shape. Witnessed by a diverse cast—crowned heads and Cabinet ministers, debutantes and suffragettes, artists and murderers—this is the swansong of Edwardian Britain. ⚜️

From Buckingham Palace to Bloomsbury, from the lying-in-state in Westminster Hall to a legendary Royal Ascot enveloped in black, this is a vivid evocation of a world on the brink of seismic upheaval. Set against bereavement and parliamentary crisis overshadowed by gathering clouds of war. 🌩️

Why I’m including this: This is royal history that illuminates the present through the past. ⭐ Martin Williams uses Edward VII’s death in 1910 as a lens to examine how Britain processes royal loss and national transition. The parallels to Queen Elizabeth II’s death make this especially relevant—we can see patterns in how the nation mourns, how rituals provide structure during uncertainty, and how royal deaths mark the end of eras. The cast of characters (suffragettes to murderers) shows the full spectrum of Edwardian society, and the “world on the brink” context (WWI looming) adds poignancy. Perfect for royal history fans, anyone interested in how societies process grief and change, or readers who want to understand the Edwardian era beyond Downton Abbey. Under $2! 🎩

Being Peace (Thich Nhat Hanh Classics)

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | New Age Meditation | by Thich Nhat Hanh ☮️

THE BELOVED SPIRITUAL CLASSIC: A timeless introduction to Thich Nhat Hanh’s most important teachings, revealing the connection between peace in oneself and peace in the world.

Now updated with a foreword from Dr. Jane Goodall! 🌿

One of Thich Nhat Hanh’s first books published in the United States, Being Peace was intended for peace activists and as commentary on the peace movement. Translated into more than 30 languages with half a million copies sold, it has become an indispensable guide for anyone concerned about the state of the world and the quality of our lives. 🕊️

Thay’s message of “being peace in order to make more peace” is more relevant than ever. The book contains his key practices and is filled with practical suggestions for creating a more peaceful world “right in the moment we are alive.” Many hallmarks of Thich Nhat Hanh appear here for the first time, in his trademark clear and steady style. ✨

What makes this essential: This is the foundational text from one of the world’s most influential spiritual teachers. ⭐ Thich Nhat Hanh introduced mindfulness to Western audiences, and Being Peace remains his most accessible work. The core teaching—that you must embody peace internally before you can create it externally—is both simple and revolutionary. Unlike abstract philosophy, Thay provides concrete practices: mindful breathing, walking meditation, being present in daily activities. The new foreword from Jane Goodall connects his teachings to environmental and social activism. Perfect for anyone new to Buddhism or mindfulness, peace activists seeking spiritual grounding, or readers who want practical wisdom for turbulent times. Half a million readers can’t be wrong. Under $3! 🧘

The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | 1603-1714 History of UK | by Gareth Russell 🏰

“A riotously readable…tender and affectionate” (Daily Mail) exploration of five hundred years of British history—from King Henry VIII to Queen Elizabeth II—as seen through the doorways of Hampton Court Palace.

Architecturally breathtaking and rich in splendid art and décor, Hampton Court has been the stage for some of the most important events in British history: the commissioning of King James’s version of the Bible, staging of Shakespeare’s plays, and Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation ball. 👑

The Palace takes us on “an entertaining journey into the past” (Kirkus Reviews) as it reveals the ups and downs of royal history and illustrates what was at play politically, socially, and economically. An engaging and charming history book perfect for fans of Alison Weir, Philippa Gregory, and Andrew Lownie—it makes you feel as if you were in the room as history was made. 📖

Why I’m including this: This is 500 years of British history through one building’s eyes. ⭐ Gareth Russell is a gifted storyteller who makes history accessible and entertaining. Using Hampton Court as the lens gives the sprawling narrative focus—we’re not just learning about monarchs in the abstract, we’re walking through the rooms where Henry VIII courted wives, where Shakespeare performed, where Elizabeth II danced. The physical space grounds the history, making it tangible. Russell balances grand political events with intimate personal details, showing both the stage and the players. Perfect for Anglophiles, fans of royal history, or anyone who loves historical nonfiction that reads like a novel. If you’ve ever visited Hampton Court (or want to), this book brings it to vivid life. Under $3! 🎭

Lost on a Page: The Inciting Incident

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Humorous Science Fiction | by David E. Sharp 📚

“This is one of the most clever, entertaining, and hilarious books I’ve ever read.” —Joe Siple, bestselling author

Some genres were never meant to cross.

Joe Slade is a detective with a hot lead and a warm gun. He no longer believes in happy-ever-afters, but his faith in plot twists is devout. Good thing. He’s about to discover the biggest twist of all: Joe Slade is not real. He is a character in a series of mystery novels. 😱

When he discovers all his pain has been in the name of book sales, there will be hell to pay. Vowing revenge on his author, he sets off for the World Where the Books Are Written. The road will take him through genres foreign and treacherous: High Fantasy, Bodice-Ripping Romance, Intergalactic Sci-Fi, and others even more awful and terrifying. 🚀

But what if this new life is about more than just living? And will Joe still come out on top when all the rules have changed? 💀

“This book has everything you could want—swords and sorcery, noir detectives, space opera and let’s not forget zombies! It is a wonderful romp you have to read to believe.” (Amazon Reviewer)

What makes this essential: This is genre-bending meta-fiction that’s genuinely hilarious. ⭐ David E. Sharp takes the “character discovers he’s fictional” premise and runs with it through every genre imaginable. Joe Slade, noir detective, has to navigate high fantasy (where he doesn’t understand the rules), romance (awkward), sci-fi, and more—each with its own tropes and expectations. The meta-commentary on genre conventions, storytelling, and the author/character relationship is clever without being pretentious. It’s funny, inventive, and genuinely entertaining. Perfect for readers who love genre mashups, anyone who’s ever wondered what would happen if characters became self-aware, or fans of Redshirts, The Eyre Affair, or The Princess Bride-style metafiction. Under $3! 🎬

Bruce

Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99 | Biographies of Rock Musicians | by Peter Ames Carlin 🎸

From the New York Times bestselling author comes the first biography in more than twenty-five years written with Bruce Springsteen’s cooperation—an intimate, powerful portrait that captures the enduring impact of the Boss.

“Carlin gets across why Mr. Springsteen has meant so much, for so long, to so many people.” —The New York Times

For more than four decades, Bruce Springsteen has reflected the heart and soul of America with a career that includes twenty Grammy Awards, more than 120 million albums sold, two Golden Globes, and an Academy Award. 🏆

Peter Ames Carlin masterfully encompasses the breadth of Springsteen’s astonishing career and explores the inner workings of a man who managed to redefine generations of music. A must-read for fans, Bruce is a meticulously researched, compulsively readable biography of a man laden with family tragedy, tremendous dedication to his artistry, and an all-consuming passion for fame and influence. 🎤

Why I’m including this: This is the authorized biography of one of rock’s greatest artists. ⭐ Peter Ames Carlin had Springsteen’s cooperation, which means access no previous biographer had. The result is an intimate portrait that goes beyond the mythology to show the man—his working-class roots, his family’s struggles with mental illness, his relentless drive for perfection, and the contradictions between his blue-collar image and his artistic ambitions. Carlin doesn’t hagiography; he shows both genius and flaws. The exploration of how Springsteen’s music captured American identity across generations is fascinating. Perfect for Springsteen fans, anyone interested in rock history, or readers who want to understand how artists shape and reflect culture. Under $3! 🇺🇸

The Lanny Budd Novels Volume One: World’s End, Between Two Worlds, and Dragon’s Teeth

Regularly $27.99, Today $3.99 | Classic Historical Fiction | by Upton Sinclair 🌍

Upton Sinclair’s Pulitzer Prize–winning series of historical novels brings the first half of the twentieth century dramatically to life.

WORLD’S END: The gathering storm clouds of WWI burst over Europe, forcing Lanny Budd, young son of an American arms dealer, to put innocence behind him. His language skills and talent for decoding messages are in high demand. At his father’s side, Lanny meets important political and military figures, learns about the war’s causes, and follows its progress. When bloody hostilities conclude, Lanny joins the Paris Peace Conference as assistant to a geographer asked by President Wilson to redraw Europe’s map. 🗺️

BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: From the rise of Fascism in Europe to the Wall Street crash, this captures the Roaring Twenties’ drama, intrigue, and excitement. As an international art dealer, Lanny travels to Italy and witnesses Mussolini’s brutal charisma. In Germany, Hitler’s failed Beer Hall Putsch strikes an ominous note. After two star-crossed love affairs, Lanny marries a wealthy heiress and chooses America’s booming economy as home. But neither he nor those he loves can predict the financial disaster ahead. 📉

This volume includes the Pulitzer Prize-winning Dragon’s Teeth. Three novels for under $4! 📚

Why I’m including this: This is epic historical fiction that predicted its own time. ⭐ Upton Sinclair (author of The Jungle) created Lanny Budd as a way to chronicle the 20th century in real time—these books were written as events unfolded. Lanny witnesses WWI, the Paris Peace Conference, the rise of fascism, the Jazz Age, and the Depression, meeting real historical figures along the way. The sweep is enormous, but Lanny’s personal journey (from idealistic youth to disillusioned adult) grounds it emotionally. Dragon’s Teeth won the Pulitzer Prize in 1943 for its prescient portrayal of Nazi Germany. This is historical fiction that was history as it happened. Perfect for fans of epic historical sagas, anyone interested in early-to-mid 20th century history, or readers who love sweeping multi-generational stories. THREE novels for under $4! 🏆

NEW RELEASES

1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History–and How It Shattered a Nation

NEW RELEASE | Economic History | by Andrew Ross Sorkin

Andrew Ross Sorkin has a proven knack for turning financial catastrophes into riveting, character-driven narratives. Following his “masterclass in narrative nonfiction,” Too Big to Fail (covering the 2008 banking crisis), Sorkin now delivers an immersive and electrifying account of the most infamous stock market collapse in history: the 1929 Wall Street Crash.

The world watched in shock as the unstoppable bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. But this is more than just an economic history. Sorkin uses unparalleled access to historical records and newly uncovered documents to take readers inside the chaos of the crash, behind the scenes of a raging battle between Wall Street and Washington, and into the lives of the larger-than-life characters whose ambition and naiveté in an endless boom led straight to disaster 📉.

NERD ALERT: If you can bear listening to Sorkin’s annoying, nasally voice and peering into his huge, glassy eyeballs, watch the 60 Minutes Interview by Lesley Stahl—it’s interesting. The segment actually includes a chat with a guy named Fink (yes, really), who suggests that investors should hang on to their losing positions—not exactly great investment advice, I.M.H.O. It even features a one-second sound bite of Elon Musk emphatically declaring, “I don’t care if people hate me!!!” (Sure, that’s what he says now.)

Hailed by Walter Isaacson as “mesmerizing from beginning to end” and a “masterclass in narrative nonfiction,” 1929 is Sorkin’s thesis that “this time is different” is the most dangerous illusion. The dizzying highs and brutal lows of this era eerily mirror today’s world, where markets soar and political tensions mount. More than just a history, it is a crucial blueprint for understanding the cycles of speculation, the forces that drive financial upheaval, and the warning signs we ignore at our peril.

Cry Havoc: A Tom Reece Thriller

NEW RELEASE | Conspiracy Thrillers | by Jack Carr 🇺🇸🇻🇳

From the “hottest author on the thriller scene today,” #1 New York Times bestselling author Jack Carr pivots from his modern military hero to deliver an explosive prequel detailing how it all began. This is young Navy SEAL Tom Reece thrust into a conflict that blurs the lines between special operations and intelligence, marking what BookTrib calls Carr’s “most ambitious and best realized book yet,” with echoes of le Carré, Forsyth, and Ludlum.

The year is 1968: a time of war, division, and civil unrest. Just before the Tet Offensive, a spy ship is captured by communist forces off the coast of North Korea, with one critical piece of intelligence left behind. As riots rage across the nation, and teams of special operators infiltrating Laos and North Vietnam vanish without a trace, an ambitious Soviet advisor launches a plan that could forever alter the world balance of power.

Carr brings his trademark deep research and meticulous attention to historical detail into the jungles of Vietnam. SEAL operator Tom Reece, attached to the highly classified MACV-SOG, finds himself thrust into a bloody battle to discover the truth. From the Kremlin to the White House, and along the treacherous Ho Chi Minh Trail, Reece has an official mission, but it’s his unofficial mission—to uncover a deep-state conspiracy—that might get him killed. Fans appreciate Carr’s characteristically gripping style and his ability to reveal eternal truths about human nature amid the fog of war.

The Cuddle Clause

NEW RELEASE | Later in Life Romance | by Roxie Ray 🐺💖

The ultimate blend of paranormal romance and modern relationship chaos! This delightful new release asks the age-old question: What happens when your new roommate is a neurodivergent werewolf with a legally binding cuddle clause?

Thirty-one-year-old Maggie James is freshly dumped, broke, and emotionally scorched, having lost both her relationship and her business. Unmoored, she answers a roommate ad from a total stranger—a stranger who turns out to be Roman Velasquez, a werewolf who craves quiet, structure, and a detailed lease agreement.

Roman is used to living alone, but pack politics force his hand. To avoid being mated off for supernatural convenience, he panics and blurts out a lie to his Alpha: he’s already claimed. Suddenly, he and Maggie are fake-mated, forced to cuddle after full moons, and desperately trying not to catch feelings.

This book playfully tackles complex modern relationship themes—such as setting healthy boundaries and neurodivergence—within a cozy, supernatural framework. They both know the rules: Don’t touch the plate. Respect the schedule. No falling in love. Too bad they are already breaking all of them. Readers who enjoy sweet, later-in-life romance with a quirky, fun paranormal twist and major emotional payoff will find this utterly charming.

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It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis: Good To The Last Death Book One

FREE | Paranormal Women’s Fiction | by Robyn Peterman

Whoever said life begins at forty must have been heavily medicated, drunk, or delusional.

At thirty-nine, life was fantastic. Great husband. Body that worked without creaking. Healthy grandma. Then forty hit like a freight train: widow, aching joints, Gram in a nursing home, and—oh yeah—dead people think my house is a supernatural Airbnb.

Now I’m gluing body parts onto semi-transparent ghosts (who may or may not actually be there), trying to figure out what they need from me since I don’t speak dead. We’re having communication issues.

To make things more complicated: there’s a dangerously hot new lawyer at the firm who won’t stop eyeing me, my BFF is thrilled with her frozen Botox face and alimony checks, and I’m getting way too attached to my ghostly squatters. Like Cher, I’d like to turn back time. Immediately. ⏰

Why you might like this: This is paranormal women’s fiction with attitude. ⭐ Robyn Peterman writes middle-aged heroines who are done with everyone’s nonsense, and this series opener is packed with sass, humor, and the kind of “what fresh hell is this?” energy that anyone over forty will recognize. Instead of the typical urban fantasy twentysomething heroine discovering her powers, we get a widow dealing with joint pain, family obligations, and supernatural abilities she definitely didn’t ask for. The ghost communication subplot is hilarious (gluing body parts on dead people!), the slow-burn romance with the hot lawyer adds spice, and the found family with ghostly roommates is unexpectedly touching. Perfect for fans of Darynda Jones’ Charley Davidson series, Robyn Peterman’s other work, or anyone who wants paranormal fun with heroines who’ve lived some life. Class and sass indeed. And it’s FREE!

Forgotten & Remembered: The Duke’s Late Wife (Love’s Second Chance Series Book 1)

FREE | Regency Historical Romance | by Bree Wolf

Graham Astor, Duke of Kensington, has buried his heart beneath loss. He doesn’t need a wife—he needs a mother for his daughter. Someone quiet. Obedient. Forgettable. So he chooses Rosabel.

She entered the marriage knowing nothing of love—least of all her own. Her uncle made the match. Society whispered. She obeyed. At the altar, she met her husband for the first time and feared him instantly. Behind his cold stare is a man fighting ghosts. Behind her timid façade is a woman with more strength than anyone ever noticed.

Love doesn’t arrive loudly—but sometimes, it stays quietly. As Rosabel draws close to Graham’s daughter, her warmth begins to chip away at the stone around his heart. And Graham sees not a wallflower, but a woman he didn’t know he was waiting for.

Yet love asks for risk. And trusting again isn’t easy when you’ve both decided it isn’t for you. He never thought he’d love again. She never thought she’d be loved at all.

What makes this essential: This is a marriage of convenience done RIGHT. ⭐ Bree Wolf specializes in emotionally complex Regency romances, and this series starter delivers all the quiet yearning and slow-burn intimacy you crave. Both Graham and Rosabel enter marriage expecting nothing, which makes their gradual discovery of each other even more powerful. The relationship develops through small moments—her connection with his daughter, his realization that he’s overlooked her completely, their mutual journey from duty to devotion. No grand gestures, just two wounded people learning to trust again. Perfect for fans of Mary Balogh’s quiet romances, anyone who loves marriages of convenience that bloom into real love, or readers who’ve ever felt overlooked and hoped someone would finally see them. This one’s for anyone who’s made peace with less and dared to hope for more. And it’s FREE!

One Gone More Before Long (Davina Ravine Book 1)

FREE | Psychic Crime Thriller | by Kaylie Hunter

Tragedy strikes in threes. Her sister. Her mother. Her father. Now a killer returns home... to claim his next victim.

Davina Ravine isn’t looking for trouble. Not from the hot new detective who keeps falsely arresting her. Not from gossipy locals. And definitely not from her father, who repeatedly tries to kill her. All she wants is to make enough money to keep herself and her mentally unstable father afloat.

But when you’re an amateur psychic living in a small town like Daybreak Falls, trouble follows you everywhere. When the distraught parents of a missing teenage girl beg Davina to help find their daughter—despite her inability to control her visions—she can’t turn them away.

Focusing on the girl’s treasured keepsakes, Davina closes her eyes to search for clues. Only instead of seeing the missing teenager, she uncovers a connection to her own sister, who vanished fifteen years ago. The past and present collide as Davina realizes she must unravel the truth behind her tragic childhood to stop a serial killer. ️

Why I’m including this: This is small-town thriller with supernatural twists and a kickass heroine. ⭐ Kaylie Hunter has created a protagonist with real problems—an unreliable psychic gift, a dangerous father, financial struggles, and a detective who thinks she’s a fraud. The mystery layers personal tragedy with present danger as Davina’s search for a missing girl leads straight back to her sister’s disappearance. The “powerful female characters” and ability to “devour every page” that reviewers mention? Absolutely. Perfect for fans of Lisa Gardner’s D.D. Warren series, anyone who loves psychic thrillers with small-town atmosphere and family secrets, or readers who appreciate heroines who are flawed, fierce, and fighting against impossible odds. Plus it’s Book 1, so there’s more mystery waiting. And it’s FREE!

Midlife Magic (Not Too Late Book 1)

FREE | Paranormal Romantasy | by Victoria Danann

For all no-mercy heroines over 40! The day after my 43rd birthday, my husband announced he was trading me in. His words, not mine.

The news was unwelcome, but honestly? I needed that kick to find my way to the door. I was freed from the giant manual of expectations authored by my ex. The good news: freedom. The bad news: thanks to living in a state unfriendly to discarded wives, I was also relieved of the financial “security” I’d spent a lifetime building.

Starting over at 43? Didn’t plan on it. Didn’t see it coming. But hiding under a sheet waiting for the end wasn’t my style. Though granted, I wasn’t sure what my style was since I hadn’t thought about freedom of expression since I was twenty. ✨

Then came the red shoes. They shot me with a lightning bolt of attitude adjustment and thrust me headfirst into an unforeseeable adventure. Now I manage a curious goods and antiques shop I “inherited” in a tiny English village in Cumbria, where magic lives side by side with the mundane. Eight times a year, I spend a week mediating disputes of magickind—dignitaries and lowborn alike. And two of the most attractive males imaginable find me and my magical authority sexy.

What makes this essential: Victoria Danann is a five-time winner of Best Paranormal Romance Series, and this new series is her love letter to women starting over. ⭐ This isn’t your typical “young woman discovers magic” story—this is a 43-year-old divorcée who gets kicked to the curb and finds an entirely new life she never imagined. The red shoes as a catalyst for transformation is brilliant, the magical English village setting is charming, and the idea of mediating disputes for supernatural beings while two hot guys compete for your attention? Yes, please. The voice is witty, self-aware, and refreshingly honest about divorce, starting over, and finding yourself after decades of living for someone else. Perfect for fans of Danann’s Knights of Black Swan series, readers who love paranormal romance with mature heroines, or anyone who’s ever needed proof that it’s not too late for magic. And it’s FREE! ✨

Emma’s Dream (Morgan’s Run Book 1)

FREE | Western & Frontier Romance | by M. Lee Prescott

Ben Morgan is home at Morgan’s Run to heal. Doctor’s orders. The sooner he can get back to Santa Barbara, the better. Then he crashes—literally—into Maggie Williams on Main Street, and his ailing heart skips a beat for entirely different reasons. ❤️

The magical night they shared years ago comes flooding back. But for Maggie, seeing Ben is a nightmare. She’s spent years trying to forget him and build a life for herself and her five-year-old daughter Emma. Emma, who’s the mirror image of a father who has no idea she exists.

Ben Morgan ran out of town years ago and broke her heart. Now he’s back, looking more gorgeous than ever, and Maggie swears he’ll never break her heart again. But fate has other plans, and secrets have a way of coming to light in a small town.

Can Maggie protect her heart and her daughter? And what will Ben do when he discovers the truth? ‍

Why I’m including this: This is small-town Western romance with secret baby stakes. ⭐ M. Lee Prescott delivers all the hallmarks of great contemporary Western romance—the ranching family, the small town where everyone knows your business, the reunion between former lovers who never got closure. The secret daughter twist adds urgency and emotional weight: Ben doesn’t know Emma exists, and Maggie’s terror about him finding out is palpable. Plus there’s the built-in conflict of Ben planning to leave again versus Maggie’s determination to protect what she’s built. Perfect for fans of Linda Lael Miller, Carolyn Brown, or anyone who loves cowboy romance with family drama, second chances, and adorable kids who might just bring their parents together. And it’s FREE!

The Sinclair & Raven Series: (Books 1-3)

FREE | Regency Romance | by Wendy Vella

According to legend, the Sinclairs are gifted with heightened senses to protect members of the Raven family. But what happens when the Sinclairs find love instead? Three enchanting Regency romances in one collection from USA Today bestseller Wendy Vella.

SENSING DANGER (Eden and James) – Arrogant and aloof, James, Duke of Raven, is determined to forge his own path and ignore folk tales about his ancestors. Until breathtaking Eden Sinclair saves his life by risking her own, forcing them to confront the uncomfortable realization that they’re linked by more than history.

SEEING DANGER (Dev and Lilly) – Miss Lilliana Braithwaite appears to be a woman of little sense who dresses like a color-blind field mouse. Dev ignored her for two years until he finds her on London’s streets attempting to rescue a child and hurling herself into danger. Everything changes, and in Lilly he finds the woman who could tame his heart. If only she were convinced.

Why I’m including this: This is paranormal Regency romance with a built-in mythology. ⭐ Wendy Vella created something unique here—Regency-set romances with a supernatural twist where one family is magically bound to protect another. The heightened senses angle adds tension to every interaction, and watching protective instincts clash with growing attraction is delicious. You get three full novels in this collection, which means you can binge the entire interconnected story. The heroes are classic alpha males who don’t believe in destiny until they meet their match, and the heroines are strong-willed women who prove protection works both ways. Perfect for fans of Amanda Quick’s paranormal historicals, anyone who loves enemies-to-lovers with fated mates vibes, or readers who want Regency romance with a magical twist. Three books for FREE!

Gulliver’s Travels

FREE | Classic Satire Fiction | by Jonathan Swift

A voyage beyond imagination… and a mirror held up to mankind. Nearly three centuries later, Jonathan Swift’s masterpiece still cuts like a knife. ✨

Lemuel Gulliver, an English ship’s surgeon, takes fantastical voyages to extraordinary lands: the tiny Lilliputians, the towering Brobdingnagians, the floating island of Laputa, and the wise yet inhuman Houyhnhnms. With each journey, Swift exposes the follies, vices, and absurdities of human nature—turning wonder into wisdom and humor into devastating critique. ️

At once a thrilling travel adventure and profound philosophical satire, Gulliver’s Travels explores power, pride, morality, and the limits of reason. Swift’s wit is razor-sharp, his imagination boundless, and his message timeless: humanity’s greatest voyage is the search for humility and truth.

What makes this essential: This is one of the most brilliant works of English literature ever written, and it’s completely FREE. ⭐ Everyone knows the Lilliputians, but Gulliver’s Travels is so much more than tiny people—it’s a scathing political and social satire that remains shockingly relevant. Swift skewers human pride, political corruption, scientific hubris, and moral hypocrisy through fantastical adventures that are both entertaining and thought-provoking. The fact that this 1726 work still feels contemporary is testament to Swift’s genius. Whether you’re reading it for the first time or revisiting it after school, you’ll discover layers you missed. Perfect for fans of classic literature, political satire, or anyone who appreciates writing that’s both playful and profound. A cornerstone of Western literature that belongs on every reader’s shelf. And it’s FREE!

The Fixer (Professionals Book 1)

FREE | Romantic Suspense | by Jessica Gadziala

AVEN: There are a few things I don’t believe in. Santa. Honest politicians. Gut instincts. Until I woke up with one. And I knew: This was the day I was going to die.

The cops are useless and uninterested in my problems. When you can’t get help from legal channels, what choice do you have but to look elsewhere? That’s how I found Quinton Baird. A “fixer.” Whatever the hell that was. All I knew: I had a problem that needed fixing. Hopefully before it killed me.

QUIN: There are a few things I trust. My team. People f*cking up and needing my help. My gut. So when my receptionist tells me the woman from a case I passed on is having a “gut feeling” about being in desperate need of help, I drag my a** across town to check it out.

She’s in trouble beyond what I anticipated. And she’s not what I was expecting either. Beautiful, resilient, and one hell of a distraction I don’t need.

Why I’m including this: Jessica Gadziala writes addictive romantic suspense with alpha heroes who live in the gray areas. ⭐ The “fixer” premise is compelling—he’s not a cop, not a PI, just someone who solves problems that fall outside legal boundaries. The dual POV lets us see both Aven’s genuine terror (her gut instinct about dying is chilling) and Quin’s reluctant attraction to a woman he shouldn’t want but can’t ignore. The chemistry is immediate, the danger is real, and the emotional stakes climb with every page. Perfect for fans of Lucy Score’s blue-collar romance, Tessa Bailey’s protective heroes, or anyone who loves romantic suspense where the hero will burn down the world to keep the heroine safe. Plus it’s Book 1, so more “Professionals” await. And it’s FREE!

The Outcast (Scottish Lasses)

FREE | Grumpy/Sunshine Scottish Historical Redemption Romance | by Glynnis Campbell

“Brilliant romance” –Tanya Anne Crosby, New York Times bestselling author

Lachlan Mar is broken. Disfigured by war, hiding in his cottage, he doesn’t believe anything can mend his wounds. Then Alisoune Hay stumbles into his life—brilliant, beautiful, and determined to heal him with the most magical power of all: love.

He’s a warrior who’s given up. She’s a healer who won’t.

This is the origin novella for the Scottish Lasses series, set in the world of Mary Queen of Scots. Like the Scottish thistle, these women are lovely yet tough, beautiful yet prickly—and only the strongest heroes can discover the tender blossom within.

Why you might like this: Glynnis Campbell is a USA Today bestseller who specializes in Scottish historical romance with heart. ⭐ This grumpy/sunshine trope delivers all the feels: a wounded warrior convinced he’s unworthy of love meets a woman who sees past his scars to the man beneath. The historical setting during Mary Queen of Scots’ reign adds richness, and as an origin novella, it’s the perfect introduction to Campbell’s Scottish Lasses world without a huge time commitment. The healing journey—both physical and emotional—is beautifully done, and the message that love is the most powerful magic resonates. Perfect for fans of Monica McCarty’s Highland Guard series, anyone who loves damaged heroes getting second chances, or readers who appreciate Scottish historicals with emotional depth. And it’s FREE!

Elizabeth’s Star: Book 1 – We’ll Meet Again Series

FREE | 20th Century Historical Romance | by Rhonda Forrest ⭐

Based on actual events involving the tragedy of the Montevideo Maru and the invasion of Rabaul

‘If you talk to the stars, I will talk back to you.’

In 1941, Queensland drover Michael McTavish leaves behind his young daughter Gracie and joins the 2/22 AIF, destination: Rabaul, New Guinea. A small town surrounded by impenetrable jungles, steep mountains, tranquil bays, and active volcanos.

Joanie has also arrived in New Guinea with a chance to manage a trading store with her father Reg—too exciting an opportunity to pass up. As the tendrils of war creep closer to the islands north of Australia, some who call Rabaul home are given the chance to return to Australian shores. Others have no option but to stay.

Will separation and distance affect the destiny of those in the path of the approaching enemy? Or will the power of love prevail? A sweeping historical novel set against the backdrop of outback Queensland and tropical New Guinea in the 1930s and 40s. A moving tale of love, loss, and separation.

What makes this essential: This is WWII historical romance based on real tragedy. ⭐ The Montevideo Maru disaster and the invasion of Rabaul are lesser-known WWII events that deserve more attention, and Rhonda Forrest weaves historical fact with compelling fiction. The dual timeline following both the adults at war and little Gracie left behind adds emotional weight—we’re not just watching a romance, we’re seeing how war tears families apart. The Australian/New Guinea setting is refreshing compared to the usual European WWII stories, and the promise of following multiple families across the series creates an epic scope. Perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah’s WWII novels, anyone who appreciates Australian historical fiction, or readers who love sweeping multi-generational sagas rooted in real events. Grab tissues. And it’s FREE!

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If you’ve listened to my podcast closely, even back in the early days, when it was virtually nothing, nothing— if you listened all the way till the endings, you’ve surely heard our unique signoff, spoken by my co-host and “bookworm sidekick” Cassandra, a name which obviously is drawn from Greek mythology, her story is one of the most tragic in the ancient canon—a tale of knowledge without agency, truth without belief, voice without authority. (But a voice that you ignore at your own peril.)

Anyway, on to “your mind becomes its own kingdom” and its relevance to modern literature. (Or, any type of truth-seeking, really):

“Your mind becomes its own kingdom.” How does that connect with books, actually?

Well, it suggests a space of sovereign imagination—a realm where you rule as both monarch and subject, where the boundaries of reality become permeable, and where internal landscapes hold as much weight and consequence as the external world.

In this kingdom, thoughts aren’t passive observations but active forces. Memories aren’t simply recalled; they reshape themselves with each visit. Fantasies don’t remain safely contained in daydream—they bleed into perception, alter decision-making, construct alternative realities that feel as solid as the physical world. The mind, in other words, stops being merely a processor of experience and becomes a generative space where new worlds are born, where obsessions can metastasize into entire cosmologies, where a single idea can colonize consciousness and remake it entirely.

This has particular resonance in an era of hyperconnectivity and information overload. When the external world bombards us constantly with stimuli—notifications, news cycles, social media feeds, streaming content—the mind as kingdom becomes both refuge and prison, its own universe, perhaps. It’s the one space we ostensibly control completely, yet it’s also the space most vulnerable to invasion by outside forces, most susceptible to being colonized by others’ narratives, most prone to rebellion from within.

How this applies to modern books:

Contemporary literature increasingly explores this interior sovereignty and its fragility. We see it in:

Psychological thrillers where unreliable narrators construct entire realities within their minds that may or may not correspond to objective truth. The reader must navigate these mental kingdoms, never quite certain what’s real. Authors like Gillian Flynn, Paula Hawkins, and Ruth Ware build narratives where the protagonist’s mind isn’t just the lens through which we see—it’s the territory we’re exploring, complete with its own treacherous geography.

Speculative fiction that literalizes the mind-as-kingdom metaphor. In N.K. Jemisin’s work or in books like Inception-influenced narratives, mental spaces become actual places that can be entered, explored, conquered, or defended. The mind isn’t metaphorically a kingdom—it quite literally is one, with its own laws of physics and politics.

Literary fiction exploring mental illness, trauma, and neurodivergence where characters exist in mental kingdoms that operate by different rules than consensus reality. Ottessa Moshfegh’s narrators, for instance, inhabit interior worlds so fully realized that the external world becomes almost secondary. The mind’s kingdom can be baroque, labyrinthine, hostile to its own inhabitant.

Dark academia and campus novels where intellectual life creates alternative kingdoms. In Donna Tartt’s The Secret History or Mona Awad’s Bunny, characters become so immersed in their studies, their artistic pursuits, their insular communities that they essentially secede from ordinary reality. Their minds construct kingdoms with their own hierarchies, values, and dangers.

Autofiction and fragmented narratives where the author’s mind becomes the explicit subject—books like Jenny Offill’s Dept. of Speculation or Ocean Vuong’s On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, where consciousness itself is the landscape being mapped. These aren’t books about events that happen to people; they’re about the kingdom of thought, how it orders experience, creates meaning, builds and destroys worlds.

Fantasy that treats worldbuilding as a cognitive act rather than just setting. In Susanna Clarke’s Piranesi or Erin Morgenstern’s The Starless Sea, the elaborate fictional worlds function as exteriorizations of mental states. The strange kingdoms characters navigate are simultaneously physical spaces and psychological territories.

The modern reader, then, becomes an explorer of these kingdoms—not a passive tourist but an active participant who must learn each kingdom’s language, customs, and dangers. We’re asked to inhabit mental spaces that may be radically unlike our own, to accept alternative logics, to surrender our own mental sovereignty temporarily to enter another’s.

This is particularly powerful in an age where we’re increasingly aware that everyone’s subjective experience is genuinely different—that neurodivergence isn’t deviation from a “normal” baseline but rather a recognition that every mind is its own unique kingdom with its own architecture. Modern books that embrace “the mind as kingdom” aren’t asking us to judge whether these mental spaces are “healthy” or “correct”—they’re asking us to simply enter, observe, and perhaps recognize something of our own mental kingdoms in the process.

In conclusion:

Trust me, I know about this s**t. In college, my minor was English Literature (major was Journalism, I like to keep things current when I can.)

For context, the phrase “your mind becomes its own kingdom” as we speak it isn’t a direct quote from classical literature, but the concept has deep literary and philosophical roots.

The most famous related quote is from John Milton’s Paradise Lost (1667):

“The mind is its own place, and in itself / Can make a Heav’n of Hell, a Hell of Heav’n.”

This is spoken by Satan after his fall from Heaven, asserting that internal state matters more than external circumstances—that the mind has sovereign power to shape reality through perception.

There’s also Shakespeare’s Hamlet:

“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” And later: “I could be bounded in a nutshell, and count myself a king of infinite space.”

Both express this idea that the mind creates its own realm, its own sovereignty.

The concept echoes through Romantic poetry as well—Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Byron all explored the mind as a creative, world-building force, a space as vast and significant as any physical landscape.

In Buddhist and Stoic philosophy, there’s the notion that we don’t control external events but we do control our internal responses—essentially, we rule only the kingdom of our own minds.

So while I didn’t quote it directly from a specific source, the phrasing draws on centuries of literary and philosophical tradition about the mind’s sovereignty, its power to create worlds, and its nature as both territory and monarch. I try to keep things real, yet give credit where credit is due. 😄 📚✨ And, of course, as with all great art, there are many ways you can interpret it.

And, ultimately, I think the point is made: if you don’t set aside some time for reading, you might be passing up something that literally changes your life.

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Marshal of Snowdonia: A Frank Marshal Crime Thriller

FREE | Private Investigator Mystery | by Simon McCleave 🏔️

Living in Snowdonia was always retired detective Frank Marshal’s dream. Until a call for help turned it into his worst nightmare. 😱

Retired detective Frank Marshal lives in a remote part of Snowdonia with his wife Rachel who is suffering from dementia. 💔 Working as a park ranger, Frank gets a phone call from close friend Annie, a retired judge. Her sister Meg has gone missing from a local caravan park and she needs his help to find her. 🔍

As Frank and Annie start to unravel the dark secrets of Meg’s life, it seems at first that her disappearance might be linked to her nephew and a drug deal gone wrong. In a shocking twist, their investigation leads them to a series of murders in North Wales from the 1990s and a possible miscarriage of justice. ⚖️

Can Frank and Annie uncover the sinister truth so they find her sister in time to save her? Or will a brutal serial killer add Meg to his list of victims? 💀

What makes this essential: Simon McCleave is a multi-million bestselling author who knows how to layer complexity into crime thrillers! 🌟 Frank Marshal isn’t your typical retired detective—he’s caring for his wife with dementia while working as a park ranger in the stunning Welsh mountains. When his retired judge friend asks for help, he can’t say no, even though it drags him back into the darkness he left behind. The twist from “drug deal gone wrong” to “serial murders from the 1990s” is classic McCleave—nothing is ever what it seems. This is the first in the Frank Marshal series set in breathtaking Snowdonia. Perfect for fans of LJ Ross’s DCI Ryan series or anyone who loves British crime fiction with gorgeous settings and morally complex protagonists. The dementia subplot adds emotional weight beyond the mystery. And it’s FREE! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Halloween (Killer Boxed Set)

FREE | Cozy Mystery Collection | by Addison Moore & Bellamy Bloom 🎃

From New York Times Bestseller, USA TODAY, & Wall Street Journal bestseller Addison Moore and her partner in cozy crime, USA TODAY Bestseller Bellamy Bloom! 🌟

Cosmopolitan Magazine calls Addison’s books...easy, frothy, fun! 📖

Boxed Set includes:

* Killer Halloween Cupcakes (Murder in the Mix) 🧁

* Dog Days of Murder (Country Cottage Mysteries) 🐕

* Haunted Halloween Murder (Meow for Murder) 🐱

* Panama Canal Killer Cruise (Cruising Through Midlife) 🚢

* Murder for Beginners (Brambleberry Bay Murder Club) 🔪

* Double Double Recoil & Trouble (Pain in the Assassin Cozy Mysteries) 🎭

About Dog Days of Murder: An innkeeper who reads minds. An ornery detective. And a trail of bodies. Cider Cove is the premier destination for murder. 😱

Here’s why you need this: You’re getting SIX complete cozy mysteries for FREE! 🎁 Moore and Bloom are USA TODAY and NYT bestsellers who know how to deliver fun, fast-paced cozies with quirky protagonists. From a mind-reading innkeeper to Halloween-themed murders to midlife cruise shenanigans, this boxed set samples multiple series so you can find your new favorite. The variety is perfect—bakery mysteries, cat mysteries, dog mysteries, cruise mysteries, murder clubs, and even cozy assassins! Cosmopolitan calling them “easy, frothy, fun” is exactly right. Perfect for binge-reading during spooky season or anytime you want low-stakes murder with high entertainment. If you love Joanne Fluke, Laura Childs, or Ellery Adams, this is your jackpot! 🎰

No Hiding in The Open: A Journey in Professional Golf

FREE | Golf Memoir | by John Hoskison ⛳

John Hoskison dreams of making it as a successful golf pro on the European PGA Tour. When he meets Seve Ballesteros for the first time and makes the cut in the Martini International he looks set for success. 🏆 Then reality kicks in at Royal Birkdale in the PGA Championships. 😰

This is a true story of how someone has to deal with life’s ups and downs. 💔

With confidence in tatters John Hoskison sets out on a quest to find a golf swing that will work and stand the ultimate test of playing in The Open. But there are no psychologists or coaches to help. Like the rest of the young pros, he has to find the solution himself and no stone is left unturned. 🔍

From trying crazy superstitions to simply copying the top players like Tom Watson and Nick Faldo, this book shows the difference between the modern day tour pro and the young men who went into battle with blindfolds on. ⛳

The account of John Hoskison’s life on tour is funny, sad and brutally honest. This book will be a fascinating read for any keen golfer or sportsman and the sting in the tail will surprise everyone who reads it. 😮

What drew me in: This isn’t your typical “I won the Masters” golf book—this is about the guys who almost made it, who met Seve Ballesteros and made a cut and thought they had it, then reality crashed down at Royal Birkdale. 💥 Hoskison’s honesty about trying “crazy superstitions” and copying Tom Watson’s swing out of desperation is painfully relatable for anyone who’s chased a dream. The phrase “went into battle with blindfolds on” captures the era before sports psychology and proper coaching—these young pros were figuring it out alone. The “sting in the tail” promises a surprising ending. Perfect for golfers, sports fans who love underdog stories, or anyone fascinated by the mental game of professional sports. This is Tin Cup meets The Greatest Game Ever Played but real. And it’s FREE! 🏌️

New York Minute: The Green Berets: Will Kane #1

FREE | Military Thriller | by Bob Mayer 🗽

How far can a good man get pushed? Who has the deadly skills to stand up against evil? 💪

The last time former Green Beret Will Kane was involved in killing someone it made the cover of LIFE Magazine. Eight years later he’s getting pushed to the edge of that precipice he vowed never to go over again. 😤

New York City, summer 1977. The Bronx is burning. 🔥 The twin towers of the new World Trade Center loom over the skyline. Son of Sam. Star Wars. Studio 54. The Five Families. The city faces bankruptcy and unrest seethes. On the dark streets of a city the rest of the country believes is going down the toilet, Vietnam vet Kane’s life mirrors his hometown. 🏙️

Carrying a past cratered with death and tragedy, Kane has been working as a ‘fixer’ for a high-priced lawyer since returning to New York in disgrace. But is he really fixing anything? 🤔

He operates out of a diner in Greenwich Village where he starts each day. It begins when he takes a compromising picture as part of the job. As the long hot summer boils, so does Kane as the mob, the CIA, the IRA, and other forces are brought to bear on him. What they all seem to have forgotten, and Kane wishes he could, is that he is a highly trained and experienced warrior. ⚔️

A skilled killer. 💀

This is important because: Mayer captures 1977 NYC at its grittiest—Son of Sam hunting, the Bronx literally burning, the city bankrupt, Studio 54 partying while Rome burns. 🎭 Will Kane is a Green Beret trying to stay on the right side of the line, working as a “fixer” for a lawyer, when his past catches up. The detail that his last kill “made the cover of LIFE Magazine“ tells you Kane’s capable of serious violence but haunted by it. When the mob, CIA, and IRA all converge on him, they’re about to remember why you don’t corner a trained killer. This is the first in the Will Kane series. Perfect for fans of Jack Reacher or anyone who loves 1970s crime thrillers with historical authenticity. The Greenwich Village diner setting gives it Taxi Driver vibes. FREE! 🚕

Valor’s Measure

FREE | Civil War Historical Fiction | by Thomas Wade Oliver 🎖️

Based on the heroic Civil War career of Joshua L. Chamberlain 🇺🇸

This is the story of one of America’s truest heroes. From his legendary bayonet charge down the slopes of Little Round Top hill during the Battle of Gettysburg, to the startling calling of Union troops to salute as the defeated Confederate Army surrendered to him at Appomattox, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain redefined the scale of greatness in this country. ⚔️

Wounded six times in battle, twice assumed to be a fatality, the volunteer officer from Maine continued to lead gallantly until the final shot was fired during the Civil War. 💔 Valor’s Measure tells the death-defying tale of this Medal of Honor hero and captures his spirit as no autobiography can. 🏅

You’ll love this if: You’re fascinated by Civil War history or want to understand true heroism in action! 💪 Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain is one of America’s most extraordinary figures—a college professor who became a volunteer officer and performed one of the most famous military maneuvers in history: the bayonet charge at Little Round Top that saved the Union line at Gettysburg. Wounded SIX times, declared dead TWICE, yet he kept fighting. The fact that Confederate troops were called to salute as they surrendered specifically to him at Appomattox shows the respect he commanded. Oliver tells this story “as no autobiography can,” meaning it captures Chamberlain’s spirit beyond just facts. If you loved Killer Angels by Michael Shaara or Ken Burns’ Civil War documentary, this FREE book brings one of that era’s greatest heroes to life. Essential American history! 🦅

Guarded by the Marshal (In Clear Sight Book 1)

FREE | Small Town Romantic Suspense | by Kennedy L. Mitchell 🔐

A single bad decision trapped me behind guarded gates until the FBI raids the cult’s compound setting me free. I thought the worst was over, little did I know the men who kidnapped me won’t stop until I’m dragged back into their cruel world. 😱

Witness protection is my only option for a chance at freedom, a chance to start fresh. ✨

Then the too attractive to be a US Marshal walks into the courtroom shattering my plans to leave this life behind. 😍

After everything I’ve been through I shouldn’t want his touch, the comfort of his protective arms. But I do. 💕

And after a steamy kiss neither of us expected, we can’t stop wanting more despite the evil hot on our heels. 🔥

He’s years older, arrogant and just as broken as me. 💔 Our attraction is undeniable despite knowing it can’t last. ⚡

When I’m called back to the town where it all started we know it’s a trap. 😰 Though nothing could prepare us for the lengths the cult will go to drag me back to hell. 👿

Here’s the thing: Mitchell delivers exactly what romantic suspense fans crave—a traumatized heroine escaping a cult, witness protection, and a hot US Marshal who’s supposed to keep things professional but absolutely cannot. 🔥 The “too attractive to be a US Marshal” line is chef’s kiss, and the age gap plus “just as broken as me” creates perfect damaged-souls-healing-together energy. The dual POV means we get both sides of their attraction fighting against protocol and danger. When they’re called back to where it started and walk into a trap together, stakes couldn’t be higher. This is the first in the In Clear Sight series. Content warnings: past abuse, kidnapping, attempted SA (not by hero), PTSD. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Zanetti or anyone who loves their romance with FBI protection and cult danger! FREE! 🚨

Gunslinger to the Stars (Gunslinger Trilogy Book 1)

FREE | Space Marine Science Fiction | by J.M. Wight 🚀

Not long from now, in our own Milky Way… 🌌

The name’s Sam Kletchka. Perhaps you’ve heard of me: captain of the Star Runner, military contractor for Earthfleet, and interstellar privateer. 💫 But before all that, I was a hired gun, freelancing across the galaxy one gunslinging job at a time. 🔫

This, my friends, is how I went from being stranded in the armpit of the galaxy to becoming the luckiest human being in the universe. ✨ Not that it was easy, of course. I’ve looked death in the face so often, he’s practically an old buddy of mine. 💀 But when all your worst enemies are immortal, that’s a buddy you want on your side. 😎

Stay frosty, my friends. You never know what you’ll find at the next star. ⭐

What makes this essential: Sam Kletchka’s voice is pure Han Solo meets Firefly’s Malcolm Reynolds—cocky, self-deprecating, and immediately likable! 😄 “Stranded in the armpit of the galaxy” and “death is practically an old buddy” tells you this is space opera with humor and personality. The “immortal enemies” hook suggests this isn’t just ship-to-ship combat but something darker and more complex. Wight writes accessible military sci-fi that doesn’t get bogged down in technical details but delivers on action and character. This is the first in the Gunslinger Trilogy. Perfect for fans of Craig Alanson’s Expeditionary Force or anyone who wants space westerns with attitude. The “stay frosty” sign-off is perfect. And it’s FREE! 🛸

Dragon Airways (Godsland Series)

FREE | Young Adult Fantasy Adventure | by Brian Rathbone 🐉

Dragons harbor mysteries and secrets revealed only to the most worthy ✨

When a boy who can sense ancient magic becomes valuable to both sides of the war, enemies close in. 😱 Fleeing those sent to capture him, Emmet and his sister Riette board Dragon Airways. Not knowing friend from foe, they must rely on even those who might betray them. 🤝

In a thrilling journey spanning land and sea, brother and sister come to know the true measure of Emmet’s abilities along with the real value of love, friendship, and sacrifice. 💕

While this fantasy adventure is a distant prequel to The World of Godsland Epic Fantasy Series, and a great place to start the series, it can also stand alone. 📚

Here’s why you need this: “Dragon Airways” as a concept is immediately brilliant—think dragons-as-transportation meets sibling adventure! 🐲 Emmet can sense ancient magic, making him valuable to BOTH sides of a war, which means nobody’s safe to trust. The brother-sister dynamic (Emmet and Riette) adds emotional stakes beyond just the magic system, and “not knowing friend from foe” creates paranoia and tension throughout. Rathbone writes YA fantasy that works as a distant prequel to his epic series but stands alone, making this perfect for new readers. If you loved Eragon, Seraphina, or anything with dragon-rider bonds and kids discovering their power, this FREE adventure delivers. The focus on “love, friendship, and sacrifice” grounds the magic in human emotion! ⚡

Blackmail In Bloomsbury

FREE | 1920s Murder Mystery | by Anna Sayburn Lane 🎭

Everyone at the party had a secret. Someone killed to keep theirs. 🔪

London, 1922. Draper’s daughter Marjorie Swallow is 24, independent, and determined to live life to the full. 💃 A secretarial post with enigmatic American detective Mrs Jameson looks just the ticket. And soon she’s in the thick of it. 🔍

When the bohemian party they attend ends in murder, there is no shortage of suspects. Half of Bloomsbury wanted Mrs Norris dead – but who wielded the knife? 😱 Was it the handsome but troubled artist? The vivacious young actress? Or even the aristocratic lady novelist? Marjorie and Mrs Jameson must find the true killer to save an innocent man from the noose. ⚖️

From the garden squares of Bloomsbury to the seedy backstreets of Soho, they navigate the glamour and peril of Jazz Age London in a thrilling story of secrets and lies. 🎷 Marjorie needs all her wit, pluck and charm in this perilous hunt for the killer. 💪

What drew me in: 1920s London! Jazz Age! Bohemian Bloomsbury parties! 🎉 Lane captures that perfect post-WWI moment when women like Marjorie Swallow (24, independent, draper’s daughter) could work as secretaries for American lady detectives. The “everyone at the party had a secret” setup is deliciously Agatha Christie, and the suspects—troubled artist, vivacious actress, aristocratic novelist—are all perfectly period. The journey from Bloomsbury garden squares to Soho’s seedy backstreets shows the class divide of the era. This is the first in the 1920s Murder Mystery series. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Winspear’s Maisie Dobbs or Rhys Bowen’s Royal Spyness series. Classic murder mystery with flapper energy! FREE! 🥂

Whisking Up Murder (The Enchanted Whisk Book 1)

FREE | Magical Bakery Cozy Mystery | by Poppy Windham 🧁

What’s worse than inheriting a business you know nothing about? Inheriting a MAGICAL business you know nothing about. ✨

Sage Thorne’s carefully planned life just exploded. 💥 One minute she’s a burned-out corporate lawyer microwaving sad dinners in Boston, the next she’s inherited a bakery in the impossibly whimsical town of Moonbridge Hollow—complete with a talking cat who has opinions about her baking skills. 🐱

Did we mention the cat talks? Because Basil definitely talks. And he’s not impressed. 😼

Turns out Great-Aunt Rosemary left Sage more than just a business. She’s now a kitchen witch who can bake emotions into cupcakes—which would be amazing if she had any clue what she was doing. 🧙‍♀️ Instead, her magical muffins are about as predictable as a caffeinated squirrel. 🐿️

But when a vicious food critic drops dead after eating her “perfectly harmless” comfort cupcakes, Sage becomes the prime suspect in a very magical murder. 😱 Now she’s got 48 hours to master abilities she didn’t know she had, solve a crime she didn’t commit, and figure out why the devastatingly handsome local veterinarian keeps growling at people. 🐺

This is important because: Windham’s voice is DELIGHTFUL—”magical muffins are about as predictable as a caffeinated squirrel” is comedy gold! 😂 Sage is a burned-out corporate lawyer (relatable) who inherits a magical bakery and a talking cat named Basil who judges her baking. The concept of a “kitchen witch” who bakes emotions into food is brilliant, and when her comfort cupcakes kill a food critic, the stakes get real fast. The “devastatingly handsome veterinarian who keeps growling” is obviously a shifter, adding paranormal romance to the cozy mystery. This is the first in The Enchanted Whisk series. Perfect for fans of Bailey Cates’ Magical Bakery Mysteries or anyone who wants Practical Magic meets The Great British Baking Show! FREE! 🎂

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Million Dollar Date (Do-Over Date Book 1)

FREE | Sweet Second Chance Romance | by Susan Hatler

A lighthearted tale that will make you smile & let you believe that dreams really do come true.

Abigail Apple is running late to meet her blind date when she’s pulled over for speeding. Unfortunately, the follow-the-rules cop doesn’t care that she’s late, let alone that she’s heartbroken because her favorite dog rescue is in danger of being closed. Now she has to meet her date with mud drying on her heels, dog hair covering her dress, and the smell of a barn perfuming her hair. When she arrives, however, Abigail learns her handsome blind date is none other than the cop who pulled her over.

Abigail has no intention of staying until she learns Cooper Hill is heading a committee for the city that will award a six-figure donation to a charity of their choice. So, what’s a girl to do? Abigail decides a second date is the perfect way to convince Cooper to vote for the dog rescue. Soon, however, Abigail is less interested in Cooper’s vote than she is in his deep voice, kind heart, and tender touch. ❤️

Will this follow-the-rules cop and this follows-her-heart animal lover learn that despite poor first impressions, second chances can lead to love?

Why I’m including this: Susan Hatler delivers the ultimate meet-cute disaster—showing up to a blind date covered in dog hair and mud, only to discover your date is the cop who just pulled you over! The stakes are perfect: Abigail needs Cooper’s vote to save her beloved dog rescue, so she has to keep dating him even though their first meeting was mortifying. But of course, fake dating for a cause turns into real feelings! This is the first book in the Do-Over Date series, and it’s pure sweet romance comfort—no explicit content, just heartwarming moments and a hero who loves dogs as much as the heroine does. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber or Hallmark movie lovers who want their romance wholesome and hopeful. And it’s FREE!

Sweet Tea and Spirits (Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries Book 5)

FREE | Paranormal Cozy Mystery Romance | by Angie Fox

From New York Times bestselling author Angie Fox

Southern girl Verity Long is about as high society as her pet skunk, Lucy. Which is why she’s surprised as anyone when the new head of the Sugarland social set invites her to join the “it” girls. But this is no social call. Verity’s new client needs her to go in undercover and investigate strange happenings at the group’s historic headquarters.

But while spirits are whispering hints of murder, the socialites are more focused on Verity’s 1978, avocado-green Cadillac. And when Verity stumbles upon a fresh body, she’s going to need the long-dead citizens of Sugarland to help her solve the crime. Good thing she has the handsome deputy sheriff Ellis Wydell on hand, as well as her ghostly sidekick Frankie. The bad thing is, the ghosts are now whispering about the end of a certain ghost hunter.

Why I’m including this: Angie Fox is a NYT bestselling author who knows how to blend Southern charm, paranormal hijinks, and cozy mystery perfectly! Verity Long has a pet skunk named Lucy and drives an avocado-green ‘78 Cadillac—she’s already iconic. The premise of going undercover with the “it” girls while ghosts whisper murder clues is delightfully absurd in the best way. This is Book 5 in the Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries, but Fox writes them so you can jump in anywhere. The romance with Deputy Sheriff Ellis Wydell adds swoony moments between solving murders with dead people. Perfect for fans of Heather Graham’s Krewe of Hunters series or anyone who loves their mysteries with a side of sweet tea and supernatural sass! And it’s FREE! ✨

Consequences: Book 1

FREE | Dark Romance | by Aleatha Romig ⚠️

“Nobody ever did or ever will escape the consequences of his choices.”—Alfred A. Montapert

Every action has consequences. ⚡

Waking in an unfamiliar bedroom in a luxurious mansion, Claire Nichols is terrified to discover that a chance encounter led her into the cruel hands of her abductor, Anthony Rawlings. Claire has no understanding of why she’s there, but it’s been made abundantly clear—she is now his acquisition and every action has consequences.

Learn the rules to survive.

Facing incomprehensible circumstances, Claire must learn to endure her new reality—every aspect of her livelihood depends upon the tall, dark-eyed tycoon who is a true master of deception.

Driven by unknown demons, he has no tolerance for imperfection, in any aspect of his life, including his recent acquisition. Anthony may appear to the world as a handsome, benevolent businessman, but in reality Claire knows firsthand that he’s a menacing, controlling captor with very strict rules: do as you’re told, public failure is not an option, and appearances are of the utmost importance.

Captivate the captor.

Why I’m including this: This is DARK romance—emphasis on DARK. ⚠️ Romig created a massive sensation with this captivity romance series that launched a thousand think pieces about the genre. Claire is literally kidnapped and held captive by a controlling billionaire who sees her as his “acquisition.” This isn’t enemies-to-lovers; this is Stockholm syndrome territory with all the psychological manipulation that entails. The series has a cult following because Romig doesn’t shy away from the darkness—she leans into it, exploring power dynamics, survival, and the twisted relationship that develops. Check content warnings before reading! Perfect for fans of CJ Roberts’ Captive in the Dark or Pepper Winters’ Tears of Tess who want their romance genuinely disturbing and morally complex. It’s FREE, but be prepared for intensity.

Corfu Capers (Sublime Retreats Romances)

FREE | Feel-Good Romantic Comedy | by Joy Skye

Can a holiday heal a broken heart?

Divorcée Kate Delaney is determined to show she’s perfectly fine without a man. To prove it, she throws herself into planning her son’s picture-perfect proposal on the sunny Greek island of Corfu. ☀️ But when her over-the-top plans start to go hilariously wrong, Kate finds herself stumbling into the arms of the charming and oh-so-dashing Pericles.

As Kate embraces the laid-back Greek lifestyle, she begins to wonder if this holiday might offer more than just a chance to play matchmaker—maybe it’s her turn for a little romance. Could Pericles be the key to mending her heart and giving her a second chance at love?

Join Kate on a sun-soaked, laugh-out-loud adventure of self-discovery, mishaps, and unexpected romance in Corfu Capers—a delightful rom-com that will have you dreaming of your own Greek getaway! ✨

Why I’m including this: This is the Sublime Retreats Romances series, and Joy Skye delivers pure escapism! ️ Kate is a divorcée trying to prove she doesn’t need a man while planning her son’s proposal—the irony is delicious. When everything goes wrong and she literally stumbles into gorgeous Greek Pericles, we get the classic rom-com setup of a uptight woman learning to relax and embrace life (and love!) again. The Greek island setting is swoon-worthy, and the “laid-back Greek lifestyle” versus Kate’s over-planning Type A personality creates perfect romantic tension. This is feel-good fiction at its finest—light, funny, romantic, and guaranteed to make you want to book a flight to Corfu. Perfect for fans of Josie Silver or anyone who loved Mamma Mia! And it’s FREE! ☀️

Hate Hex: a

FREE | Paranormal Romantic Comedy | by Gina LaManna ‍♀️

Trixie Gardens is one average witch, thank you very much. ✨

A down-on-her luck taxi driver in the paranormal section of New York, Trixie has spent a lifetime repressing her magic. Until one night, she meets a grumpy, devilishly handsome vampire in a dark alley, and she accidentally activates her powers by shooting the cork from a cheap cabernet bottle at his face.

It turns out the vampire is none other than Dominic Kent—the stormy, rough-around-the-edges billionaire who owns Trixie’s apartment building. When she discovers Dominic is trying to kick her out of the only place she’s ever called home (and did she mention rent-controlled?), it’s hate at first sight.

After Trixie puts a teeny, tiny hex on her new nemesis, Dom retaliates in a big way. It’s all clever enchantments and witty curses, until Dominic’s brother suddenly returns, hellbent on revenge. ⚡ When things turn deadly, Dominic and Trixie must bond together to survive.

As Dom and Trixie fight to stay alive, they try to ignore the electricity crackling between them that’s got nothing to do with magic. ⚡ However, before she knows it, Trixie finds herself wondering why the line between hate and love feels like it’s so thin it might have vanished entirely…

Why I’m including this: Gina LaManna brings the rom-com energy HARD with this paranormal enemies-to-lovers! Trixie accidentally shooting a wine cork at a grumpy vampire’s face is peak comedy, and discovering he’s her landlord trying to evict her from her rent-controlled apartment (in NYC?!) makes the stakes hilariously personal. The hex war between them—”clever enchantments and witty curses”—sounds absolutely delightful before things turn serious with Dominic’s revenge-seeking brother. LaManna knows how to balance humor with genuine danger and romantic tension. Perfect for fans of Annette Marie’s Guild Codex series or anyone who wants Practical Magic meets You’ve Got Mail but with vampires and magic battles. The “hate to love” arc is chef’s kiss! And it’s FREE! ✨

For Whom the Bell Tolls

FREE | Classic Literature | by Ernest Hemingway

A Powerful Love Story Amidst the Brutality of War

In the midst of the Spanish Civil War, American explosives expert Robert Jordan joins the Republican forces fighting against fascism. ⚔️ As he navigates the harsh realities of war, he meets María, a beautiful and courageous Spanish woman, and falls deeply in love with her. Against the backdrop of destruction and chaos, their love becomes a beacon of hope and humanity.

With his characteristic concise and powerful prose, Ernest Hemingway masterfully explores the human cost of war, the complexity of human relationships, and the resilience of the human spirit. ✨ Get your copy today!

Why I’m including this: This is one of Hemingway’s greatest novels and a masterpiece of 20th-century literature. Published in 1940 about the Spanish Civil War, it’s both a gripping war story and an achingly beautiful romance. Robert Jordan and María’s love affair unfolds over just four days, but Hemingway makes you feel every moment of their connection against the backdrop of impending death. The famous opening line (”He lay flat on the brown, pine-needled floor of the forest...”) and the devastating ending have made this essential reading for generations. Hemingway’s sparse, muscular prose creates unbearable tension as Jordan’s mission counts down. Perfect for fans of All Quiet on the Western Front or anyone who wants to understand why Hemingway is considered one of the greats. It’s a classic for a reason—and it’s FREE!

The List (Jonah Greene Book 1)

FREE | Police Procedural | by Graham H. Miller

Seven names on a list. No birthdates, no addresses, just seven names.

Jonah Greene has been exiled from CID into the role of coroner’s officer. His first body, a homeless man who didn’t survive a freezing night, has left him with a list of seven names to decode.

Jonah’s determination to investigate sees him going up against his boss and a system that wants the whole matter forgotten. But he sees this as his one chance at redemption, and refuses to give up as the stakes increase, until his life is threatened. ⚠️

Why I’m including this: This is the first in the Jonah Greene series, and Miller delivers a compelling protagonist—a detective exiled to coroner’s officer (basically a demotion) who sees a mysterious list as his shot at redemption. The setup is classic noir: a dead homeless man nobody cares about, seven cryptic names, and a cop willing to go against the system to find the truth. The “going up against his boss” angle adds institutional corruption vibes, and when Jonah’s life gets threatened, we know he’s onto something big. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin’s Rebus series or anyone who loves gritty British crime procedurals with flawed, determined protagonists. Miller writes with tight pacing and moral complexity. And it’s FREE!

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

FREE | Classic Short Stories | by Arthur Conan Doyle

Twelve cases. Endless brilliance. The detective who defined the genre.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1892), by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is the legendary first collection of short stories featuring the world’s greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his loyal companion, Dr. Watson. ️

From the chilling mystery of The Adventure of the Speckled Band to the cunning schemes of A Scandal in Bohemia , these tales showcase Holmes’ unmatched powers of observation and deduction as he tackles crimes of passion, greed, and deception in Victorian London.

With unforgettable characters, ingenious puzzles, and Doyle’s masterful storytelling, this collection solidified Holmes as a timeless icon of mystery fiction and captivated readers across the world.

Suspenseful, clever, and endlessly entertaining, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes remains essential reading for mystery lovers everywhere. ✨

Why I’m including this: This is THE collection that made Sherlock Holmes a legend. Published in 1892, these twelve stories introduced the world to “The Speckled Band” (Doyle’s personal favorite), “A Scandal in Bohemia” (featuring Irene Adler, the woman who outwitted Holmes), and other classics. Doyle’s genius was making each story a perfect puzzle—you get all the clues Holmes does, but he sees what you miss. The Victorian London setting, the Baker Street atmosphere, Watson’s narration, Holmes’ violin and cocaine habit—it all started here. This collection has influenced literally every detective story written since. Perfect for mystery fans, anyone who loves BBC’s Sherlock or Elementary, or readers who want to understand the foundations of the genre. And it’s FREE! Elementary, my dear reader!

Journey of the Sorcerer: In The Beginning… Book One

FREE | Coming of Age Fantasy | by Frank Underwood

The novel begins in the 1970’s when a young man discovers girls for the first time. Todd Preston joins a group of D&D players. It just so happens that Helen, his love interest, not only plays D&D but is The Game Master running the show. Helen also happens to be going steady with another boy. Todd starts out using The Game to be close to Helen and soon learns that there is far more to this game than he ever expected. ✨

Come and join with Todd, Helen, Steve, Greg and the rest of the D&D Adventurers as they travel to the lair of a dead red dragon in search of gold, glory and greatness in a world filled with magic and monsters in the land of Avondor.

As the action progresses, you will bounce between the mundane world of the 1970’s and the fantastic world of Dungeons and Dragons. The story begins on the last day of school and Todd’s realization that the twin sister of his best friend is no longer the bratty pest he remembers. Conversations with Helen and the introduction of The Game changes Todd’s life in ways that will forever influence the man he will become.

Why I’m including this: Underwood captures the magic of 1970s D&D culture when the game was new and mind-blowing! This is Ready Player One meets Freaks and Geeks—Todd joins D&D specifically to get close to Helen (who’s dating someone else AND is the DM, making her both unattainable and literally controlling his character’s fate). The dual narrative between real-world 1970s teen drama and fantasy adventures in Avondor creates meta-commentary on how games shape us. The “twin sister of his best friend” who’s no longer a “bratty pest” is classic coming-of-age realization. Perfect for fans of Ernest Cline, anyone nostalgic for old-school D&D, or readers who love Stranger Things’ blend of teen life and fantasy. This is Book One of “In The Beginning…” series. And it’s FREE!

Elusive Enforcer (Caparelli Crime Family Book 1)

FREE | Curvy Girl/Mafia Romance | by Cameron Hart

I’m here for the documents and that’s it. The gorgeous redhead who is always humming to herself and swaying her hips has nothing to do with why I’ve been staking out this accounting firm for the last week.

As the enforcer for the Caparelli crime family, it’s my duty and honor to carry out missions to protect sensitive information about the family. Could I have broken in by now and stolen the documents? Maybe. But it would be risky. At least, that’s what I keep telling myself.

When the unthinkable happens and little miss sunshine takes the documents herself, a fierce need to protect her rushes through me, controlling my every move. Even worse, the curvy angel has a new stalker. One much more dangerous than me. ⚠️ I just hope I can get to her in time... ⏰

Why I’m including this: Cameron Hart delivers instalove mafia romance with a curvy heroine and an enforcer who’s been “staking out” an accounting firm for way longer than necessary because he’s obsessed with the woman who works there! The “I’m here for the documents” lie he tells himself while watching her hum and sway her hips is peak romance hero denial. When she accidentally takes the documents he needs AND attracts a dangerous stalker, he goes into full protection mode. This is the first in the Caparelli Crime Family series, so you’re getting in on the ground floor of a whole mafia dynasty. Perfect for fans of Cora Reilly’s Born in Blood series or anyone who loves their romance with organized crime, possessive heroes, and body-positive representation. The enforcer-falls-for-civilian trope never gets old! And it’s FREE!

Killer Motives (Hudson Valley Series Book 1)

FREE | Domestic Thriller | by Bonnie Traymore

Victoria’s life isn’t as perfect as it seems. But with two homicide detectives on her doorstep, it’s about to get a lot worse.

Still reeling from the shocking discovery that her husband is having a passionate affair with his real estate client, Victoria struggles to process the mind-blowing news that Nick’s lover is dead—brutally murdered in cold blood on the very same evening she uncovered the truth.

And now two detectives are on her doorstep, waiting to question both of them. Is she a suspect?

With little hard evidence and no shortage of suspects with “killer motives,” Detectives Jack Stark and Lexi Sanchez are under intense pressure to solve the high-profile murder case that rocks the picturesque village of Tarrytown just as the town is gearing up for the area’s annual Halloween festivities and an influx of tourists.

As Victoria sets out to clear herself and find out the truth, she’s faced with two terrifying possibilities—either her husband is a murderer or someone is out to get them. ⚡

Conflicted about her marriage and emotionally raw, she sets out to find the truth about what happened that night.

Why I’m including this: Traymore delivers a JUICY setup: Victoria discovers her husband’s affair, and that same night, the mistress is murdered! Now detectives are questioning both of them, and Victoria has to figure out if her cheating husband is also a killer OR if someone is framing them. The Hudson Valley/Tarrytown setting during Halloween adds atmospheric spice, and the dual detective POV (Stark and Sanchez) gives us the investigation side while Victoria plays amateur sleuth to clear herself. This is the first in the Hudson Valley Series. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell’s domestic suspense or anyone who loves “perfect suburban life implodes” thrillers. The title’s pun game is strong—everyone has “killer motives!” And it’s FREE! ️

Sentinels Complete Series Boxed Set (Sci-Fi Adventures)

FREE | Domestic Thriller | by Bonnie Traymore

Victoria’s life isn’t as perfect as it seems. But with two homicide detectives on her doorstep, it’s about to get a lot worse.

Still reeling from the shocking discovery that her husband is having a passionate affair with his real estate client, Victoria struggles to process the mind-blowing news that Nick’s lover is dead—brutally murdered in cold blood on the very same evening she uncovered the truth.

And now two detectives are on her doorstep, waiting to question both of them. Is she a suspect?

With little hard evidence and no shortage of suspects with “killer motives,” Detectives Jack Stark and Lexi Sanchez are under intense pressure to solve the high-profile murder case that rocks the picturesque village of Tarrytown just as the town is gearing up for the area’s annual Halloween festivities and an influx of tourists.

As Victoria sets out to clear herself and find out the truth, she’s faced with two terrifying possibilities—either her husband is a murderer or someone is out to get them. ⚡

Conflicted about her marriage and emotionally raw, she sets out to find the truth about what happened that night.

Why I’m including this: Traymore delivers a JUICY setup: Victoria discovers her husband’s affair, and that same night, the mistress is murdered! Now detectives are questioning both of them, and Victoria has to figure out if her cheating husband is also a killer OR if someone is framing them. The Hudson Valley/Tarrytown setting during Halloween adds atmospheric spice, and the dual detective POV (Stark and Sanchez) gives us the investigation side while Victoria plays amateur sleuth to clear herself. This is the first in the Hudson Valley Series. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell’s domestic suspense or anyone who loves “perfect suburban life implodes” thrillers. The title’s pun game is strong—everyone has “killer motives!” And it’s FREE! ️

Allured by a Lord’s Touch: A Historical Regency Romance Book (Noble Hearts and Hidden Desires)

FREE | Space Exploration Science Fiction | by James David Victor

If you’re gonna save the galaxy, you might as well get paid for doing it.

An epic sci-fi adventure from Amazon All-Star author James David Victor. ⭐

Captain Melias Volery is a Sentinel, a warrior who travels the galaxy protecting those that can’t protect themselves... if they can afford to pay for his services. Whether you call them mercenaries or heroes, there’s no denying their effectiveness, but even these experienced warriors may be in over their head in the ruins of the Prime Ones. ️ Can Melias and his crew unravel the secrets of this long lost race and save the galaxy from an ancient alien power trying to destroy the galaxy?

The Sentinels Complete Series Boxed Set contains all seven books in the Sentinels series. If you like fast-paced sci-fi adventures, be sure to check out this science fiction anthology today. ✨

Download the Sentinels Complete Series Boxed Set and see if the Sentinels can save the galaxy!

Why I’m including this: You’re getting ALL SEVEN BOOKS for FREE! James David Victor (Amazon All-Star author) delivers space opera with a mercenary twist—the Sentinels are basically intergalactic guns-for-hire who protect people... if they can pay. The “ruins of the Prime Ones” and “ancient alien power” hits all the classic sci-fi beats: ancient civilizations, galaxy-threatening danger, mysteries to unravel. Victor writes fast-paced action that keeps pages turning, perfect for fans of B.V. Larson’s Star Force series or Craig Alanson’s Expeditionary Force. The complete series in one boxed set means you can binge the entire story arc without waiting. Space battles, alien artifacts, mercenary crews—what’s not to love? And it’s FREE!

Destined to be a Duchess (Secrets and Courtships of the Regency)

FREE | Scottish Historical Romance | by Meghan Sloan

The captivating Lady Sarah Crawford is set to inherit a marvelous fortune for which she couldn’t care less. Although marriage has never been her cup of tea, it doesn’t keep her father from arranging a trip to the country, where Sarah will engage in a week-long fete at the estate of the Duke of Faversham. ☕

In an unexpected twist of fate, a mesmerising encounter with a wickedly handsome Earl at the Duke’s ball will instantly set her body and heart on fire. The more time she spends with the charming stranger, the more she finds herself wondering… Could he really be the one to make her lay aside her doubts for a chance at true love and strong desire?

Patrick Day is an orphan with a painful past he wants to forget. Once he hears of the Duke’s ball, a wager with his greatest friends is arranged, setting Patrick up to arrive at the fete… dressed as an earl. Even though he feels confident that the elite members of society will believe his disguise, he has second thoughts about getting involved in such a bet. Little did he know that this would be the last thing on his mind, after meeting the alluring daughter of a Duke and seeing her as the most irresistible temptation.

However, he is painfully aware that a socially forbidden love would go down in flames before it even fills them with sparks. In the end, will Patrick manage to tame his growing feelings, or will he succumb to Sarah’s seduction?

Why I’m including this: Sloan gives us the classic “commoner pretends to be nobility” trope with a Scottish twist! Patrick is an orphan who infiltrates a Duke’s ball on a wager, pretending to be an earl, and immediately falls for Lady Sarah—who hates the idea of marriage but can’t resist this “wickedly handsome Earl.” The dramatic irony is delicious: she thinks he’s her social equal when he’s actually way below her station. The “socially forbidden love” creates real stakes in Regency society, and watching Patrick struggle between winning the bet and falling for Sarah promises angst and steam. This is part of the Noble Hearts and Hidden Desires series. Perfect for fans of Lisa Kleypas or anyone who loves class-difference romance with deception and passion! And it’s FREE!

Bloodwitch: The Witchlands

FREE | Historical Regency Romance | by Lucy Langton

Marianne Buller’s humble world as a seamstress is turned upside down when her mother passes away, leaving behind a shocking secret; she is the legitimate daughter of the late Earl of Foxburn. ✂️ Soon after, a letter from the esteemed Duchess of Westden summons Marianne to the Duke’s grand manor in Norfolk, where under the Duchess’ guidance, she must learn how to become a lady. As she prepares for her debut, she must confront her fears of inadequacy to impress the aristocracy, not least of all the Duchess’ handsome son.

Will Marianne find her place among the nobility?

Following the sudden demise of his father, Anthony Colline returns to England after a two-year trip abroad. As the Duke of Westden, he grapples with his new responsibilities, but what truly unsettles him is the mysterious circumstances of his father’s death, bringing him more suspicion than comfort. On his quest to uncover the truth behind it, Anthony finds himself distracted by his mother’s new protégée. Drawn to her unassuming charm and courage, Anthony helps Marianne rise above the scrutiny of the ton.

Yet, what begins as an innocent friendship soon blossoms into something more, that could ruin them both...

Why I’m including this: Langton delivers “My Fair Lady” meets Regency romance with a mystery twist! Marianne discovers she’s the legitimate daughter of an earl after her mother dies, then gets summoned to a Duke’s estate to learn how to be a lady—classic Cinderella vibes. But Anthony, the Duke’s son, is investigating his father’s suspicious death while trying not to fall for his mother’s protégée. The class difference creates scandal potential (she’s legitimate but raised as a seamstress), and the “could ruin them both” romance plus murder mystery makes this juicy. This is part of the Secrets and Courtships of the Regency series. Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn or anyone who loves transformation stories with romantic suspense! And it’s FREE! ✨

The Birthday Party

$2.99 (Regularly $5.99) | Young Adult Wizards & Witches Fantasy | by Susan Dennard

Susan Dennard’s New York Times bestselling young adult epic fantasy Witchlands series continues with the story of the Bloodwitch Aeduan.

The Bloodwitch Aeduan and the Threadwitch Iseult race for safety as the Raider King’s attempts to subdue the Witchlands gain momentum. Now his forces sow terror in the mountains, slaughtering innocents. Despite differing goals, Aeduan and Iseult have grown to trust each other in the fight to survive. But trust is a tenuous bond. . . ⚡

War has come once more to the Witchlands. Perhaps if the Truthwitch Safi and Iseult were united, their powers could bring peace. ✨

Yet Lady Fate’s knife comes for us all, and the Bloodwitch Aeduan can no longer hide from his past.

“Worldbuilding after my own heart. It’s so good it’s intimidating.”—Victoria Aveyard, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Queen

Why I’m including this: Susan Dennard’s Witchlands series is epic YA fantasy at its finest, and Victoria Aveyard’s endorsement says it all! This focuses on Aeduan (a Bloodwitch—how cool is that?) and Iseult (a Threadwitch) racing for survival while war ravages the Witchlands. The magic system is intricate—different types of witches with specific powers—and Dennard excels at weaving multiple POVs and storylines together. The “trust is a tenuous bond” between Aeduan and Iseult promises tension and slow-burn romance. At 50% off, this is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas or Leigh Bardugo who want complex worldbuilding, morally gray characters, and magic systems that actually matter to the plot. Dive into the Witchlands! ️

Fortune Falls (Book 1)

$1.99 (Regularly $3.99) | Psychological Fiction | by Wendy Dranfield

Charlotte waves at her mother across the crowded lawn. Little red boots on, cowboy hat crooked over her blonde pigtails, she’s been looking forward to this party for weeks. Moments later, she disappears without a trace…

Kathy Hamilton drives away from her sister-in-law’s pristine-white suburban house in Maple Falls certain she’s left her daughter in safe hands. On the hottest day of the year, a birthday is the perfect excuse to gather friends, family and neighbors around the pool for a barbecue. ☀️ But when she returns hours later to find her little girl has vanished, her world shatters.

Nobody laughing and drinking in the garden that day saw anything unusual.

Kathy’s eldest daughter is anxious and hardly eating. Is she sick with worry for her sister, or hiding a terrible secret?

The phone rings and rings, but why can’t Kathy get hold of the babysitter?

And is she imagining it, or when her husband rushed from work to join the search, was he wearing a different shirt to the one she saw him leave the house in that morning?

As the temperature rises, and long-buried secrets begin to surface, it’s clear that even the most perfect families keep devastating secrets. But in a town as small as this, is there anyone you can trust?

Why I’m including this: Dranfield creates every parent’s nightmare—a child vanishing at a family birthday party where dozens of adults were present! The details are chilling: little Charlotte in red boots and a cowboy hat, excited for the party, then GONE. Every family member becomes suspect: the anxious older daughter, the unreachable babysitter, the husband who changed his shirt. The “pristine-white suburban house” and “perfect families keep devastating secrets” promises dark underbellies beneath Maple Falls’ picture-perfect surface. At 50% off, this is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell or B.A. Paris who love domestic suspense where everyone’s hiding something. Who took Charlotte?

Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant: A Memoir

$1.99 (Regularly $3.99) | LGBTQ+ Biographies & Memoirs | by Curtis Chin

Nineteen eighties Detroit was a volatile place to live, but above the fray stood a safe haven: Chung’s Cantonese Cuisine, where anyone—from the city’s first Black mayor to the local drag queens, from a big-time Hollywood star to elderly Jewish couples—could sit down for a warm, home-cooked meal. Here was where, beneath a bright-red awning and surrounded by his multigenerational family, filmmaker and activist Curtis Chin came of age; where he learned to embrace his identity as a gay ABC, or American-born Chinese; where he navigated the divided city’s spiraling misfortunes; and where—between helpings of almond boneless chicken, sweet-and-sour pork, and some of his own, less-savory culinary concoctions—he realized just how much he had to offer to the world, to his beloved family, and to himself.

Served up by the cofounder of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop and structured around the very menu that graced the tables of Chung’s, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant is both a memoir and an invitation: to step inside one boy’s childhood oasis, scoot into a vinyl booth, and grow up with him—and perhaps even share something off the secret menu. ✨

Why I’m including this: Curtis Chin (cofounder of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop) crafts a gorgeous memoir about growing up gay and Asian American in 1980s Detroit through the lens of his family’s Chinese restaurant! ️ The restaurant becomes a character itself—a safe haven where the Black mayor, drag queens, Hollywood stars, and elderly Jewish couples all break bread together. Structuring the memoir around the actual menu from Chung’s is brilliant and intimate. This is about identity, family, belonging, and finding yourself between “almond boneless chicken” and understanding your place in America. At 50% off, this is perfect for fans of Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong or anyone who loved The Farewell. A beautiful, important memoir!

In My Heart (The Sweetbriar Mountain Series Book 1)

$2.49 (Regularly $4.99) | Military Romance | by Nora Everly

He left to protect her. Now he’ll do anything to win her back.

I’ve fought in a war. But nothing wrecked me like losing her.

Lily was my first everything—best friend, first kiss, the girl I was supposed to marry. She had my whole heart before I even knew what that meant.

And I let her go.

I thought I was protecting her from the worst parts of me. From the nightmares, the guilt, the scars I didn’t know how to live with. I cut her out—thinking I was doing the right thing.

I was wrong. ❌

She’s back in our hometown now. A widow. A mother. And I just found out one of her kids is mine.

I lost years I can’t get back. Missed everything I should’ve been there for. But I’m here now, and I won’t walk away again.

Love like ours doesn’t vanish. It waits. ⏰

Why I’m including this: Nora Everly brings the ANGST in this second-chance military romance! Our hero pushed Lily away after war trauma, thinking he was protecting her, only to discover years later that she’s a widow with kids—and one of them is HIS. The “I lost years I can’t get back” guilt plus the “love like ours doesn’t vanish, it waits” hope creates devastating emotional stakes. This is the first in The Sweetbriar Mountain Series set in small-town Tennessee. At 50% off, this is perfect for fans of Devney Perry or anyone who loves tortured heroes trying to earn back the women they lost. The secret baby reveal adds layers! Grab tissues! ️

TechWitch Boxed Set Books 1-3

$2.49 (Regularly $8.99) | Paranormal Witches & Wizards Romance | by M.J. Scott

Grab this boxset of the first three books of the TechWitch series exciting dark and sexy futuristic urban fantasy series from RITA® Award nominated author M.J. Scott. ✨

Wicked Games (Book 1)

My mother was a wicked witch. Her spells brought nothing but trouble. ‍♀️ Since her death, with no power of my own, I’ve stayed far away from magic . . .

Maggie Lachlan thinks she’s just a really good computer geek. Until a job with the gorgeous owner of the world’s biggest virtual reality company breaks a spell she didn’t know she was under and shoves her back into the world of magic. Now she’s fighting unwanted chemistry, unwanted powers, and the all too real demons from her past…

Wicked Words (Book 2)

Some people might be happy to find out they’re a witch. In my case, magic came with a demon who wanted my power back under its control. I took out the demon but the price I paid was heartbreaking. Now all I want is to leave magic far behind…

Maggie Lachlan is the TechWitch. A computer whisperer, who brings recalcitrant systems to their knees with a single keystroke. ⌨️ But now she knows she is more than a geek, she’s a witch too, a revelation that cost her the man she loved and the life of her best friend. But when her ex, virtual reality billionaire Damon Riley, needs help with a magical threat, she’ll need every ounce of her tech mojo and her magic. Trouble is, she seems to have lost both.

Why I’m including this: M.J. Scott (RITA® Award nominee) created something unique: a futuristic urban fantasy where tech and magic collide! Maggie is a computer genius who discovers she’s actually a witch, and her connection to VR billionaire Damon Riley creates both romantic tension and magical danger. The “TechWitch” concept—someone who wields both technology and magic—is fresh and exciting. You’re getting THREE books for 72% off (!!), which is an incredible deal. Perfect for fans of Ilona Andrews’ Hidden Legacy series or anyone who wants their urban fantasy with Silicon Valley vibes and steamy romance. Tech magic is the future!

Scattered Worlds (The Scattered Worlds Book 1)

$1.99 (Regularly $3.99) | First Contact Science Fiction | by David Collins

This book introduces the ‘Scattered Worlds’ universe, where an alien race, the Lenovians, performed what should have been a normal “weapons test.” However, their experiment went disastrously wrong, creating thousands of scattered worlds, as if someone had blended them all and then randomly pieced them back together.

Jake Anderson was on his way to a night class at UNH when his car unexpectedly crashed into an impossible wall of snow beside a pool of lava. ❄️ He now finds himself in a chaotic world, a blend of vastly different environments. Walking just under a thousand yards in any direction brings him to an entirely new landscape.

When he attempted to help the first person he met, he discovered they were not human. The strange bipedal humanoid aliens aren’t the main issue; rather, the world they now find themselves in has turned into a dangerous survival scavenger hunt. Jake must locate other survivors, form a tribe composed of several different species, and all while avoiding the dangerous creatures from countless different worlds.

Why I’m including this: Collins created a brilliantly original concept—an alien weapons test BLENDS worlds together like a cosmic smoothie! Jake driving to night class and crashing into “an impossible wall of snow beside a pool of lava” is such a visceral, weird image. The geography itself is the challenge: walk 1,000 yards and you’re in a completely different biome with different dangers. Building a multi-species tribe to survive is fantastic, and the “dangerous creatures from countless different worlds” means literally anything could show up. At 50% off, this is perfect for fans of Dennis E. Taylor’s Bobiverse or anyone who loves high-concept sci-fi with survival stakes!

World Burning 1 (Shattered Horizons)

$1.99 (Regularly $3.99) | Post-Apocalyptic EMP/CME Survival Thriller | by Derek Shupert ☀️

One catastrophic event. A desperate race for survival. ⚡

When a massive solar storm wipes out power and communication across the globe, the world plunges into chaos. In the remote Oregon mountains, military veteran Rex Hays thought he was prepared to weather the collapse. But nothing could prepare him for what’s coming.

While hunting, Rex saves a teenage girl, Zoe Mills, from a mountain lion attack. Injured and with no memory of why she was in the wilderness, Zoe becomes the center of a deadly mystery.

Strangers from out of town are searching for her, and they’ll stop at nothing to find her. ⚠️ As attacks on his land escalate, Rex must uncover why Zoe is being hunted and discover the truth before it’s too late. With no power, no help from law enforcement, and whispers of corruption swirling around the locals, Rex is on his own in a world where trust is gone and danger is everywhere.

World Burning is a pulse-pounding post-apocalyptic thriller packed with danger, betrayal, and high-stakes survival. A disaster series perfect for fans of Kyla Stone, A.G. Riddle, Bobby Akart, Jack Hunt, and Ryan Schow.

Why I’m including this: Shupert delivers a CME (coronal mass ejection) apocalypse with a mystery twist! ⚡ Military veteran Rex is prepared for grid-down survival, but when he saves mysterious teenager Zoe from a mountain lion and discovers people are hunting her, the stakes go beyond just survival. The “no memory” angle and corrupt locals create paranoia—who can Rex trust when society has collapsed? At 50% off, this is the first in the Shattered Horizons series. Perfect for fans of William Forstchen’s One Second After or anyone who loves EMP fiction with conspiracy elements. Prepper fiction with a thriller heart!

NEW RELEASES

Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It

NEW RELEASE | Social Aspects of the Internet | by Cory Doctorow

Enshittification: it’s not just you—the internet sucks now. Here’s why, and here’s how we can disenshittify it.

We’re living through the Enshittocene, the Great Enshittening, a time in which the services that matter to us, that we rely on, are turning into giant piles of s**t. It’s frustrating. Demoralizing. Even terrifying.

Enshittification identifies the problem and proposes a solution. ✨

When Cory Doctorow coined the term enshittification, he was not just finding a funner way to say “things are getting worse.” He was making a specific diagnosis about the state of the digital world and how it is affecting all of our lives (and not for the better).

The once-glorious internet was colonized by platforms that made all-but-magical promises to their users—and, at least initially, seemed to deliver on them. But once users were locked in, the platforms turned on them to make their business customers happy. Then the platforms turned to abusing their business customers to claw back all the value for themselves. In the end, the platforms die.

Doctorow’s argument clearly resonated. Once named, it became obvious that enshittification is everywhere, so much so that the American Dialect Society named it its 2023 Word of the Year, and was cited as an inspiration for the 2025 season of Black Mirror.

Here, now, in Enshittification the book, Doctorow moves the conversation beyond the overwhelming sense of our inevitably enshittified fate. He shows us the specific decisions that led us here, who made them, and—most important—how they can be undone.

Why I’m including this: Doctorow coined “enshittification” and the American Dialect Society named it 2023 Word of the Year—this BRAND NEW book expands on why everything online feels worse now! His diagnosis is specific: platforms lure users with great service, then abuse users to please business customers, then abuse business customers too, then collapse. Think about how Facebook, Twitter/X, Amazon, Google, Netflix all followed this exact pattern. Doctorow doesn’t just complain—he offers solutions for how to “disenshittify” the internet. Perfect for anyone frustrated with tech platforms, fans of Tim Wu’s The Attention Merchants, or readers who want to understand why their favorite apps keep getting worse. Essential reading for understanding modern tech!

How to Make Money in Any Market

NEW RELEASE | Stock Market Investing | by Jim Cramer

Renowned personal finance expert, bestselling author, host of CNBC’s Mad Money, and cohost of Squawk on the Street Jim Cramer returns with how to make money in any market for every investor.

Except for the one percent of the one percent, nobody learns how to make your money grow in the stock market. Jim Cramer has spent his career determined to change that.

Now a household name after twenty seasons of Mad Money with Jim Cramer, cohost of Squawk on the Street, and host of CNBC’s Investing Club, Cramer shows you how to get rich by understanding the market and investing in the right growth and income stocks—ones that he can help you identify.

How to Make Money in Any Market is your guide to overcoming your fear about investing, to be able to make bigger money with what you have, no matter how small—in any market.

Why I’m including this: Love him or hate him, Jim Cramer knows the stock market! After twenty seasons of Mad Money and countless hours on CNBC, he’s made complex investing accessible to regular people (with his signature intensity and button-pushing). This BRAND NEW release focuses on making money in ANY market—bull, bear, or sideways—which is the skill most investors lack. Cramer’s approach is practical: overcome fear, identify growth and income stocks, and actually DO something with your money instead of letting it sit. Perfect for beginning investors intimidated by the market or anyone who needs a kick in the pants to start investing. Cramer’s enthusiasm is infectious (if occasionally exhausting). Make that money grow!

The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life

NEW RELEASE | Business Decision-Making | by Morgan Housel

From the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same as Ever, lessons on harnessing the power of money to live a happier life

Most of us don’t know how to spend money. We chase things that impress others but leave us cold. Or we save endlessly, afraid to spend on what would actually make life better. We confuse admiration with envy, comfort with excess, and utility with status.

The Art of Spending Money doesn’t provide budgets, hacks, or one-size-fits-all solutions. It gives you understanding of how your relationship with money shapes your decisions—and how to reshape it so money works for you.

Morgan Housel’s work has helped millions rethink how they earn, save, and invest. Now he turns his attention to the other side of the equation: how to spend. ✨ With insight and warmth, he shows why the most valuable return on investment is peace of mind, why expectations matter more than income, and why doing well with money has less to do with spreadsheets and more to do with self-awareness.

This book isn’t about getting rich. It’s about getting the most out of what you already have—and learning to want what’s worth wanting.

Why I’m including this: Morgan Housel wrote The Psychology of Money (multi-million copy bestseller), and this BRAND NEW release tackles the harder question: not how to make money, but how to SPEND it well! Most personal finance books focus on earning/saving/investing, but Housel addresses the actual purpose—using money to live better. “We chase things that impress others but leave us cold” is a gut-punch observation. His insight that “the most valuable ROI is peace of mind” and “expectations matter more than income” will change how you think about every purchase. Perfect for anyone who loved his previous books or feels anxious about money despite having enough. This is wisdom, not tactics!

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