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First Contact (In Her Name, Book 1)
Author: Michael R. Hicks
FREE
Galactic Empire Science Fiction
Humans finally make first contact with a sentient alien race, but soon wish they hadnât. đ
When the survey ship TNS Aurora jumps into a previously unexplored system to discover not just one, but two worlds that could support human colonies, her captain and crew are ecstatic. But their joy is short-lived, for they have unwittingly stumbled into the ancient Kreelan galactic empire. đ˝
With their ship immobilized, the crew of the Aurora is captured by sword-wielding female warriors and taken aboard the titanic alien flagship. âď¸ There, the aliens force the Auroraâs survivors to participate in a fight to the death under the gaze of Tesh-Dar, high warrior priestess and the Empireâs greatest living warrior.
Only young Midshipman Ichiro Sato survives the bloodbath, and Tesh-Dar returns him to Earth as a sacred Messenger, bearing unwelcome tidings from the Empire: there will be war. đ
If you enjoy epic space opera stories of first contact, alien invasion, and military science fiction, with plenty of action, adventure, and even a dash of fantasy and romance, then youâll love First Contact, book one of the In Her Name saga. â¨
What makes this special: Hicks flips the usual first contact scenarioâinstead of diplomatic meetings, humanity stumbles into an ancient warrior empire and immediately gets dragged into gladiatorial combat. The sword-wielding female warriors led by a high priestess create a unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy that sets this apart from typical military space opera. Ichiro Sato being the sole survivor returned as a messenger is a brilliant setup for the series, and the promise of galaxy-spanning war delivers stakes beyond one shipâs crew. Perfect for fans of David Weberâs Honor Harrington series or John Scalziâs Old Manâs Warâreaders who want their space battles with complex alien cultures and a dash of romance woven through the action. đ
Encrypted (Encrypted Series Book 1)
Author: Lindsay Buroker
FREE
Epic Fantasy
Professor Tikaya Komitopis isnât a great beauty, a fearless warrior, or even someone who can walk and chew chicle at the same time, but her cryptography skills earn her wartime notoriety. đ When enemy marines show up at her familyâs plantation, she expects the worst.
But theyâre not there to kill her. They need her to decode mysterious runes, and they ask for help in the manner typical of a conquering empire: they kidnap her, threaten her family, and throw her in the brig of their fastest steamship. â
Her only ally is a fellow prisoner who charms her with a passion for academics as great as her own. Together, they must decipher mind-altering alchemical artifacts, deadly poison rockets, and malevolent technological constructs, all while dodging assassination attempts from a rival power determined the expedition should fail. đŁ As if the situation werenât treacherous enough, this new âallyâ may turn out to be the last person Tikaya should trust. Those runes cloak more than mysteries, however, and heâs the only one who can help her unravel them before their secrets destroy the world. đ
Why youâll love this: Buroker creates a refreshingly relatable heroineâTikaya is clumsy, not gorgeous, but genuinely brilliant at cryptography, making her competence feel earned rather than convenient. The steampunk elements (fastest steamship, technological constructs) blend perfectly with fantasy (runes, alchemical artifacts) without either overwhelming the story. The forced partnership with a charming but potentially untrustworthy ally creates romantic tension layered with real danger. Perfect for fans of Gail Carrigerâs Parasol Protectorate or anyone who wants their fantasy heroines to be brainy problem-solvers rather than chosen ones with magic swords. The mix of puzzles, poison, and possible betrayal keeps pages turning. đ
Author: Davis J Miller
FREE
Real Estate Entrepreneurship
Have you always wanted to start your own AirBNB Business but are not sure where to start? đ
If so, I have some valuable insights to share with you that draw from my own experienceâŚ
Allow me to introduce you to a resource that can significantly enhance your confidence: Starting a Successful Airbnb Business for Beginners. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, offering valuable insights and actionable steps based on my personal trials and errors. đĄ If youâre looking for guidance, my book will show you on how to make a profitable property, with tools and fundamentals on how to provide your guests with great experiences that will give you 5-star reviews and a calendar thatâs fully booked. â
Here are a few things you will discover in this book:
Downloadable Resources to help you on your journey đ How to start with your first property and be on your way to earning extra monthly income đ° Action steps you can take NOW to help you move forward with creating your Airbnb Business The different ways you can break into the Airbnb game đŻ Business essentials you need, including understanding the associated costs of an Airbnb business and how to create a budget Find your ideal property location đ What you need to set up your property and make it âguest readyâ ⨠How to list your property and make your listing stand out from other nearby Airbnbâs What you need to be a great host for your guests and how to achieve Superhost status đ How you can tap into the $1.2 trillion short-term rental market, even if you think the market is oversaturated
Hereâs the deal: Miller draws from actual experience rather than just theory, covering the real costs and common mistakes that trip up new Airbnb hosts. The downloadable resources and action steps mean you can start implementing immediately rather than just reading passively. The focus on achieving Superhost status and 5-star reviews shows emphasis on quality hosting, not just profit extraction. Addressing the âoversaturated marketâ concern head-on is smartâmany wannabe hosts are paralyzed by this fear. Perfect for anyone considering side income through short-term rentals, real estate investors looking to diversify, or anyone curious about the $1.2 trillion market. Being free makes this a no-risk introduction to see if Airbnb hosting is right for you. đ
The White Oak Lodge (The Whitmore Series Book 1)
Author: Katie Winters
FREE
Clean & Wholesome Romance
Itâs been decades since a mysterious fire engulfed the White Oak Lodge. But what really happened that night? đĽ
Why havenât Benjamin and Jack Whitmore been seen since?
Can the remaining Whitmores discover the truth and restore the once-great White Oak Lodge to its former glory? đď¸
The Fourth of July night Nina Whitmoreâs home went up in flames, she was ten years old. After that, her father and brother disappeared, her mother left the country, and Nina was sent to live with her Great Aunt Genevieve in Northern Michigan. There, she tried (and failed) to forget about the White Oak Lodge and Nantucket Island. đ
Now, Nina is a professor of anthropology at Princeton University. Her greatest joy is looking at the clues of humanityâs past and rewriting the stories of how we see ourselves. She lives with her husband and two wonderful children and has her fingers crossed for tenure. đ
But when secrets about her marriage seep to the surface, Nina is forced to ask herself questions about her career, her happiness, and her past.
Her husband is an anthropologist, too. Thereâs a chance heâs been studying Nina for clues of what happened almost thirty years ago. But why is her husband so curious? Besides the Lodge and her family, what else was lost that night? đ
What else isnât he telling her?
What pulled me in: Winters layers mystery upon mysteryâthe fire, the disappeared father and brother, the mother who fled, and now a husband who might be investigating his own wife. Nina being an anthropologist who ârewrites stories of how we see ourselvesâ is meta-genius since sheâs about to rewrite her own familyâs story. The dual timeline (childhood trauma and present-day marriage crisis) creates urgency on multiple fronts. The White Oak Lodge restoration becomes both literal and metaphoricalârebuilding the physical place while uncovering buried truths. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber or Elin Hilderbrand who want family drama with actual stakes, mysteries that matter, and clean romance that doesnât sacrifice emotional depth. đ
Barkside of the Moon Cozy Mysteries : Books 1 â 3
Author: Renee George
FREE
Cozy Animal Mystery
Barkside of the Moon Cozy Mysteries are exciting who-done-its with a paranormal twist. Clean reads full of humor and small town charm, mystery, and even a little romance. đ
This omnibus includes:
Pit Perfect Murder đ Murder and the Money Pit đ° The Pit List Murder đ
Pit Perfect Murder
When cougar-shifter Lily Mason moves to Moonrise, Missouri, she wishes for only three things from the town and its human population... to find a job, to find a place to live, and to live as a human, not a therianthrope. đ
Lily gets more than she bargains for when a rescue pit bull named Smooshie rescues her from an oncoming car, and itâs love at first sight. đ Thanks to Smooshie, Lilyâs first two wishes are granted by Parker Knowles, the owner of the Pit Bull Rescue center, who offers her a job at the shelter and the room over his garage for rent.
Lilyâs new life as an integrator is threatened when Smooshie finds Katherine Kapersky, the local church choir leader and head of the town council, dead in the field behind the rescue center. Unfortunately, there are more suspects than mourners for the elderly town leader. â°ď¸ Can Lily keep her less-than-human status under wraps? Or will the killer, who has pulled off a nearly Pit Perfect murder, expose her to keep Lily and her dog from digging up the truth? đž
Why this one stands out: George combines cougar-shifter paranormal with pit bull rescue advocacy, creating a unique mashup that serves both the cozy mystery and animal welfare communities. Lily trying to pass as fully human adds tension beyond just solving murders, and Smooshie the pit bull being the hero (literally saving Lily from a car) challenges breed stereotypes. Getting three full books in one omnibus means serious value for cozy mystery fans. Perfect for readers who loved Laurien Berensonâs dog mysteries or Sofie Ryanâs cat mysteries but want a paranormal twist and pit bull representation. The pun-tastic titles alone promise the humor delivery. đ
The Haunting of Rose Abbey (The Arrogant Earls)
Author: Kathleen Ayers
FREE
Regency Historical Romance
Edwina doesnât believe in ghosts, or love. Until she arrives at Rose Abbey and comes face to face with both. đť
Miss Edwina Collins, impoverished spinster, has no choice but to seek employment after the death of her father. Stubbornly refusing to take charity from her cousin, Lord Southwell, she applies for the position of secretary at Rose Abbey, a remote estate rumored to be haunted. Edwina doesnât believe in ghosts; despite the horrible tales she hears. Or the number of secretaries that have fled the position before her. đź
Lord Bascomb has lost a half-dozen secretaries, all too terrified to remain at Rose Abbey. On the recommendation of Lord Southwell, he offers the position to âEdwinâ Collins, only to find Edwina Collins on his doorstep instead. đŽ
Soon, Edwina has more to worry over than tales of a ghost. She and Bascomb are unexpectedly, fiercely, attracted to each other. đĽ
And someone or something doesnât want Edwina at Rose Abbey. đą
Note: This series is part of Dragonbladeâs Flame line, so this is a sexy, steamy, and scorching-hot read with multiple sex scenes. Be advised. đśď¸
What makes this sizzle: Ayers takes the Gothic romance formulaâhaunted estate, secretive lord, mysterious happeningsâand cranks up both the mystery and the heat. The mistaken identity angle (Edwin vs. Edwina) creates an awkward but charming meet-cute, and the âsomething doesnât want her thereâ threat raises real danger beyond just romantic tension. Being part of Dragonbladeâs Flame line means this isnât your grandmotherâs gentle Regencyâexpect explicit scenes alongside the ghost story. Perfect for fans of Lisa Kleypas who want more steam, or readers who loved âThe Silent Companionsâ but wished it had more romance. The prior secretaries fleeing suggests genuine supernatural elements, not just drafty hallways. đ
e line, so this is a sexy, steamy, and scorching-hot read with multiple sex scenes. Be advised.
Author: Keith Soares
FREE
Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction
Two well-known diseases combined with tragic effects, plummeting the world into chaos. đŚ
Leprosy and rabies, turning people into something like zombies. I was there, and I watched it happen from the very beginning. But this wasnât the undead, and the infected werenât monsters. They were people. People who would feed and spread the disease. It was all too real. The best advice? Stay clean, stay alive. đ§ź
Before it all happened, I was a doctor in the Maryland suburbs, well into my sixties, practically a king in my community. After? A nobody. One of thousands shuffled inside the new walls of Washington, DC, a sanctuary, a place to keep the bad ones out. đď¸ I figured Iâd be stuck that way until I died. And then I met Rosa.
Rosa meant hope. She meant there was a chance at something better. đĄ I knew it was crazy to follow her dreams of finding an Oasis, but I had to do it. Even after how it all ended, Iâd probably do it again.
Even if the world is broken beyond repair. đ
Why this hits different: Soares grounds his apocalypse in real diseasesâleprosy and rabies combining is scientifically terrifying rather than magic zombie virus handwaving. The narrator being a doctor in his sixties provides medical credibility and an older protagonistâs perspective rarely seen in post-apocalyptic fiction. The âstay clean, stay aliveâ tagline is grimly practical, and the journey from âking of his communityâ to ânobodyâ captures the social leveling that disaster brings. Rosa representing hope against the narratorâs resigned despair creates emotional stakes beyond just survival. Perfect for fans of Station Eleven or The Roadâreaders who want their apocalypse literary and character-driven rather than just action sequences. The foreshadowing (âeven after how it all endedâ) promises heartbreak ahead. đ
Author: Lancaster, Mary
FREE
Regency Historical Romance
A grieving widow risks sheltering a gentle man â in her haunted house. đť
When George is tricked into seeking shelter at Hazel House, he is surprised to find it occupied only by a beautiful widow, her small son and two ancient servants. Shunned by the local community, they are intriguing and just a little strange. But then, so is George. đď¸
The pull of attraction between George and Francesca seems to stir up the ghost of her late husband, while ignorant moral outrage in the village grows dangerous. George must be up to both challenges. âĄ
But when tragedy strikes, can Francesca rediscover her strength in order to leave the past behind and grasp at new happiness? đ
What makes this work: Lancaster creates genuine Gothic atmosphere with the isolated Hazel House, shunned widow, and the late husbandâs ghost literally reacting to new romance. The villageâs âignorant moral outrageâ adds external threat beyond just supernatural elementsâsmall-town judgment can be deadlier than ghosts. George being described as âa little strangeâ himself suggests heâs the perfect match for Francescaâs unconventional household. The tragedy that strikes promises a climactic test of Francescaâs growth from grieving widow to woman ready for new love. Perfect for fans of Mary Balogh or traditional Gothic romance where haunted houses reflect emotional states and new love must overcome both supernatural and social obstacles. đ
Sin & Savage: A Protective Hero
Author: Mara, Anna
FREE
Romantic Suspense
When you enter Sin City, you always make a deal with the devil. đ°
All small-town schoolteacher Tori Jones wants is a relaxing, long weekend to herself. But the plans go awry when her troublemaking grandmother confesses her boyfriend has disappeared with her money. đľ
So, the ladies fly to Las Vegas and land knee deep in a world filled with liars, criminals and outlaw bikers. They need help! đą
Enter Savage Monroe. đď¸
The dirty outlaw biker has a busy weekend planned, especially with that shipment of guns coming in. The last thing he needs is to have to play babysitter to some goody two-shoes schoolteacher who wants to hire him to be her bodyguard. âĄ
But heâs thunderstruck. Sheâs about the most beautiful thing heâs seen in a long time, and heâs attracted to the woman like gravity. đ Too bad sheâs an infuriating, stubborn, pain-in-the-butt, who refuses to do what he tells her. Can he keep her safe from the criminals of the road? đŤ
The pair strike a deal.
And the danger-filled quest begins.
But can Tori trust the rough, tough biker? He comes from a different world and solves problems with his fists. đŞ Can she fight the crazy, insane pull she feels to the man?
WARNING: VIOLENCE AND COARSE LANGUAGE â ď¸
Why this delivers: Mara nails the opposites-attract tropeâschoolteacher meets outlaw bikerâwhile giving both characters agency rather than just damsel-in-distress dynamics. The troublemaking grandma who drags Tori to Vegas is comedy gold, and Savage having actual criminal business (gun shipment) means heâs not a softie cosplaying as bad boy. The âshe refuses to do what he tells herâ detail promises Tori holds her own rather than becoming docile. Perfect for fans of Joanna Wyldeâs Reapers MC series or Kristen Ashleyâs alpha heroesâreaders who want protective motorcycle club romance with real danger, steamy tension, and heroines who challenge their heroes. The violence warning means this isnât toned down for gentle readers.
Author: Platt, Meara
FREE
Romance Short Reads
Love is timeless! âł
Gorgeous sea captain, Brioc Arundel, happens to haunt his old home known as Moonstone Cottage. When Lady Henleigh Killigrew purchases it for a song because no one else will go near the haunted cottage, sparks begin to fly between them. đť Brioc quickly realizes he does not wish to chase Lady Henleigh away. Quite the opposite, she stirs a longing in his heart. đ
But why is she here? Unmarried, obviously young, beautiful, and on her own. What brought her to Moonstone Cottage? đ And how is it possible she can feel his kisses? đ
About the author: Meara Platt is a USA Today bestselling, award winning author, and an Amazon UK All Star. Her Regency romances are infused with humor and heart, and her fantasy/paranormal stories add just enough darkness to keep her readers intrigued. â¨
Hereâs why this charms: Platt delivers a complete ghost romance in short read formatâperfect for readers who want the full emotional arc without committing to a 400-page novel. The central mystery (how can she feel his ghost kisses?) creates supernatural intrigue beyond typical paranormal romance explanations. Lady Henleigh buying the cottage âfor a songâ and being mysteriously alone suggests sheâs running from something, giving her depth beyond just ghost-attracted heroine. Plattâs USA Today bestseller status and Amazon UK All Star designation prove she knows how to craft satisfying romances. Perfect for fans of Eve Langlaisâs paranormal romances or readers who loved âThe Ghost and Mrs. Muirâ but want it Regency-era with faster pacing. đ
Peril Among the Pansies (Clover Haven Mysteries Book 1)
Author: Dixon, Kristy T
FREE
Cozy Animal Mystery
A lost pug, strange noises in the morgue, and an old crushâwhat has Neeley gotten herself into? đś
Neeley Kelter loves her hometown and owns a charming flower shop on the same land as her grandpaâs rundown mortuary. But when a local gravedigger is found shot in the morgue, Neeleyâs peaceful small-town life takes a deadly turn. đ
To make matters worse, the sheriff called to the scene is Troy McGregorâher former best friend and the man she hasnât spoken to in fifteen years. As secrets sprout and old feelings resurface, Neeley finds herself tangled in a mystery thatâs as prickly as it is personal. đ
With a cozy mystery book club meeting in the morgue, an eccentric grandpa who hears things no one else does, a trail of buried secrets, and one very opinionable pug, Neeley must unearth the truth before the killer strikes again. đ
What makes this bloom: Dixon creates a unique cozy settingâflower shop adjacent to mortuary means Neeley literally works between life and death symbolically. The gravedigger murdered in the morgue is darkly ironic, and the book club meeting IN the morgue suggests this town embraces its macabre charm. The fifteen-year silence between Neeley and Sheriff Troy promises emotional baggage beyond just awkward ex-encounters, and the eccentric grandpa hearing things adds either supernatural elements or unreliable witness fun. The âvery opinionable pugâ (assuming thatâs meant to be âopinionatedâ) provides cozy animal sidekick appeal. Perfect for fans of Ellery Adams or Jenn McKinlay who want their cozies with unusual settings, second-chance romance, and just enough darkness to keep mysteries interesting. đ¸
Author: Deresiewicz, William
Regularly $19.99, Today $2.99
Cultural Anthropology
A deeply researched warning about how the digital economy threatens artistsâ lives and workâthe music, writing, and visual art that sustain our souls and societiesâfrom an award-winning essayist and critic. đ¨
There are two stories you hear about earning a living as an artist in the digital age. One comes from Silicon Valley. Thereâs never been a better time to be an artist, it goes. If youâve got a laptop, youâve got a recording studio. If youâve got an iPhone, youâve got a movie camera. đą And if production is cheap, distribution is free: itâs called the Internet. Everyoneâs an artist; just tap your creativity and put your stuff out there.
The other comes from artists themselves. Sure, it goes, you can put your stuff out there, but whoâs going to pay you for it? Everyone is not an artist. Making art takes years of dedication, and that requires a means of support. đ° If things donât change, a lot of art will cease to be sustainable.
So which account is true? Since people are still making a living as artists today, how are they managing to do it? William Deresiewicz, a leading critic of the arts and of contemporary culture, set out to answer those questions. Based on interviews with artists of all kinds, The Death of the Artist argues that we are in the midst of an epochal transformation. đ
Why this matters: Deresiewicz cuts through Silicon Valleyâs utopian promises to examine the harsh economic reality facing working artists in the digital age. Based on actual artist interviews rather than tech industry propaganda, this exposes how âfree distributionâ often means artists work for exposure instead of paychecks. At $2.99 (from $19.99), this is essential reading for anyone creating art professionally, studying creative industries, or wondering why their favorite musicians now have Patreon accounts. The transformation he documents affects everyone who cares about sustainable arts and culture, not just artists themselves. Perfect for fans of Jaron Lanierâs tech criticism or anyone who sensed something broken about the âcreator economyâ model. đ
Author: Bramley, Cathy
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Romantic Comedy
âTender and emotional, just absolutely beautifulâ JOSIE SILVER â¨
âHeartbreaking and hopefulâ SARAH MORGAN đ
She thought their love story was over. The world had other plans...
When Magnolia Jones finds her daughterâs travel journal, she can think of no better way to honour her life than setting off on the gap year trip that twenty-three-year-old BrontĂŤ had dreamed of taking. đ
It was meant to be BrontĂŤâs adventure, but perhaps following her daughterâs footsteps around the world is exactly what Magnolia needs to piece her broken heart back together and begin to heal. đ
As her travels take her further away from home, memories of a long-ago summer come flooding back. Magnolia barely recognises that girl she used to be - the dreams she had, the freedom ahead, the midnight kisses on the beach with curly-haired, brown eyed Jackson. đ
Maybe, just maybe, in this magical place that is somewhere only they know, Magnolia is about to discover that her journey isnât over - itâs just about to begin... âď¸
What makes this beautiful: Bramley handles devastating grief (losing a daughter) with tenderness rather than melodrama, making Magnoliaâs journey to honor BrontĂŤâs dreams both heartbreaking and healing. The dual timeline structureâpresent-day travels triggering memories of young Magnolia and Jacksonâcreates romantic tension across decades. The endorsements from Josie Silver and Sarah Morgan signal this delivers emotional depth alongside hope. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes or anyone who loved âThe Bucket Listâ but wants romance woven through the journey. At $0.99, this is exceptional value for a tissues-required, heart-full read about second chances and discovering itâs never too late for new beginnings. đ
The Moon Cycle Cookbook: A Holistic Nutrition Guide for a Well-Balanced Menstrual Cycle
Author: Loftus, Devon, Radomski, Jenna
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Womenâs Health & Nutrition
Support the bodyâs nutritional needs at each stage of the menstrual cycle with savory and sweet recipes customized for every womanâs needs. đ
The Moon Cycle Bakery creates sweet treats that replenish certain micronutrients women lose during the different stages of their menstrual cycle. In The Moon Cycle Cookbook, bakery founder Devon Loftus and nutritionist Jenna Radomski empower women to nourish themselves with recipes for sweets, savory meals, and snacks, organized around each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle, that can be customized to suit their bodiesâ fluctuating needs. đ°
Every recipe is formulated with the knowledge of what is happening hormonally in a womanâs body during each cycle phase, using ingredients that replenish and support essential nutrients. đĽ
Suffering from cramps? Try adding more cacao to your diet. đŤ Mood swings? A sweet potato brownie can help with that. đ Feeling aches and pains? Have some salmon to reduce inflammation. đ
A happy mix of creativity, self-empowerment, and downright deliciousness, this wellness guide demystifies menstrual health, educating readers about their unique needs and helping them to deepen their self-care regimen. Sidebars feature suggested self-care practices and rituals to enhance a womanâs connection to her body and understanding of how to nurture a healthy cycle. â¨
Hereâs why this matters: Loftus and Radomski combine bakery creativity with nutritionist credentials to address something most cookbooks ignoreâhow nutritional needs fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle. The science-backed approach (nutritionist co-author) prevents this from being woo-woo wishful thinking, while the bakery origins ensure recipes actually taste good. Organizing by cycle phase makes it practical rather than forcing readers to decode which nutrients they need when. The self-care sidebar additions recognize that menstrual wellness isnât just about food. Perfect for anyone interested in cycle syncing, functional nutrition, or womenâs health approaches that treat symptoms with food rather than just medication. At $2.99 (from $11.99), this is incredible value. đ
Colton Gentryâs Third Act: A Novel
Author: Zentner, Jeff
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Coming of Age Fiction
A BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF 2024 â
From an award-winning author, a down on his luck country musician moves back home and rekindles a relationship with his high school sweetheart in this moving novel thatâs ânot to be missedâ (Emily Henry, author of Beach Read and Book Lovers).
Colton Gentryâs music career is riding high, but heâs hurting after his best friend is killed by a mass shooter at a country music festival. One night, with Jim Beam flowing through his veins, Colton stands before a sold-out crowd of country music fans and offers his unfiltered opinion on guns. đ¤ Immediately, his career and marriage implode.
Colton retreats to his rural Kentucky hometown to hide out, resigned to being a has-been. A chance encounter gives him a second shot at life: a job working at a restaurant with Luann, his first love. đ Colton Gentryâs Third Act is a reminder that there are next acts in life, no matter how unlikely they may seem. đ
Why this resonates: Zentner tackles gun violence, cancel culture, and personal reinvention without preachingâColtonâs drunken rant costs him everything, making his journey about rebuilding rather than vindication. The country music setting gives this specificity, and reconnecting with first love Luann grounds redemption in real relationships rather than career comeback fantasies. Emily Henryâs ânot to be missedâ endorsement carries weight from one of contemporary romanceâs biggest names. Perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reidâs Daisy Jones or anyone who appreciated the emotional honesty in High Fidelity. At $2.99 (from $11.99), this Booklist Best Book delivers literary quality at bargain pricing. đ¸
The Italianâs Unexpected Baby (Secret Heirs of Billionaires)
Author: Hewitt, Kate
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Workplace Romance
A billionaire learns it will take more than money to claim his heir in this contemporary romance by a USA Todayâbestselling author. đś
Having escaped the streets of Rome, Alessandro runs a multibillion-dollar empire with a control that is world renowned. Yet Mia, his new, forthright executive assistant, threatens that control. And soon their fiery exchanges explode into unrivaled passion! đĽ
Mia is wary of trusting others, so when Alessandro coolly dismisses her after their night together, she dares not tell him sheâs pregnant! đ But on learning her secret, heâs determined to legitimize his child. Miaâs priority is her daughter, but can she let Alessandro in when it means risking her heart? đ
What makes this work: Hewitt delivers classic romance tropesâbillionaire boss, secret baby, workplace tensionâbut earns them through character depth. Alessandroâs backstory (escaping Romeâs streets) explains his control issues, and Miaâs wariness about trust means sheâs not just playing hard to get. The cool dismissal after their night creates genuine hurt rather than just misunderstanding drama. Perfect for fans of Lynne Graham or Maya Blakeâreaders who love Harlequin Presents intensity where billionaires must learn emotional vulnerability alongside their secret baby lessons. At $2.99 (from $8.99), this delivers escapist fantasy with surprising emotional stakes. đ
The Phantom Atlas: The Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps
Author: Brooke-Hitching, Edward
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Cartography
Discover the mysteries within ancient maps â Where exploration and mythology meet đşď¸
This richly illustrated book collects and explores the colorful histories behind a striking range of real antique maps that are all in some way a little too good to be true.
Mysteries within ancient maps: The Phantom Atlas is a guide to the world not as it is, but as it was imagined to be. Itâs a world of ghost islands, invisible mountain ranges, mythical civilizations, ship-wrecking beasts, and other fictitious features introduced on maps and atlases through mistakes, misunderstanding, fantasies, and outright lies. đď¸
Where exploration and mythology meet: Author Edward Brooke-Hitching is a map collector, author, writer for the popular BBC Television program QI and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. He lives in a dusty heap of old maps and books in London investigating the places where exploration and mythology meet. đ
Cartographyâs greatest phantoms: The Phantom Atlas uses gorgeous atlas images as springboards for tales of deranged buccaneers, seafaring monks, heroes, swindlers, and other amazing stories behind cartographyâs greatest phantoms. â
Why youâll love this: Brooke-Hitching (QI writer and Royal Geographical Society Fellow) has the credentials and access to explore cartographyâs most fascinating failures. The richly illustrated format means youâre seeing actual antique maps, not just reading about them. The stories behind phantom islands and mythical mountains reveal how mistakes, lies, and wishful thinking literally shaped our understanding of the world. Perfect for history buffs, map enthusiasts, or anyone who loved âThe Lost City of Zââreaders fascinated by how exploration, mythology, and human error intersect. At $2.99 (from $5.99), this is coffee table book quality at paperback pricing. đ§
Faking It ⌠At First: A fake dating baseball romance
Author: Fields, MJ
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Fake Dating Baseball Romance
A fake dating, steamy baseball romance ➠Faking it ⌠at first
Some thingsâlike Oâsâare easy to fake, but love isnât one of them. đĽ
DELILAH
Getting involved with the wrong label while rising to the top threatened my career in ways I never saw coming.
Canceled. đą
Now my new label has just the solution: A perfectly staged, totally fake relationship, complete with public dates, hand-holding for the cameras, and no chance of falling in love. đ¸
No strings. No risk.
DAMIEN
Iâm one of baseballâs top players, on the field and off. But now, my sponsors are breathing down my neck. Either I clean up my playboy image, or I may lose them and millions of dollars. đ° My agent suggests a fake relationship with an up-and-coming country music sweetheart.
Sounds good to me. đ¤
Between late-night songwriting sessions, fiery arguments that turn into something else, and a kiss that wasnât meant for the cameras, the line between pretend and real starts to blur. đ And when the stakes get higher, Delilah and Damien have to ask themselves: What happens when fake becomes real? đ
Bottom line: Fields nails the fake dating trope with dual careers needing image rehabilitationâcountry singer escaping cancel culture meets baseball player reforming playboy reputation. The opening lineâs cheeky double entendre sets the steamy tone, and late-night songwriting sessions provide intimate settings beyond just publicity stunts. The âkiss that wasnât meant for the camerasâ signals genuine chemistry breaking through their arrangement. Perfect for fans of Ilsa Madden-Mills or readers who devoured âThe Dealâ by Elle Kennedyâsports romance with entertainment industry glamour, fake relationship tension, and plenty of heat. At $1.99, this delivers escapist fun with emotional stakes. â¤ď¸
My Soul to Take: A Novel of Iceland (Thora Gudmundsdottir Book 2)
Author: Sigurdardottir, Yrsa
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International Mystery & Crime
A murder on the unforgiving Icelandic coast unearths a dark past in this thriller by the acclaimed author of Last Rituals. đď¸
Attorney and single mother ThĂłra GudmundsdĂłttir is on the west coast of Iceland, where a client named Jonas is turning an old farm into a New Age spa. In this ruggedly beautiful region of lore and superstition, ThĂłra has no patience for local tales of hauntings. đť But some horrors are all too realâas when a young woman is brutally murdered, and Jonas becomes the chief suspect.
As ThĂłra digs deep into the farmâs past, discovering long-buried secrets, her once-solid view of reality begins to waver. đ Could the farm truly be haunted? And more importantly, does its eerie past have some connection to the murder? When another body is discoveredâlooking very much like the firstâThĂłra is forced to put aside her doubts and confront a twisted killer. đ
What makes this chilling: Sigurdardottir is Icelandâs queen of crime fiction, and she uses the isolated, superstitious west coast setting to maximum atmospheric effect. ThĂłra being a skeptical attorney makes her gradual doubt about realityâs solidity more unsettlingârational people questioning their sanity hits harder. The New Age spa on haunted ground creates darkly ironic contrast, and the second body âlooking very much like the firstâ suggests ritualistic elements beyond random violence. Perfect for fans of Arnaldur IndriĂ°ason or readers who love Nordic noirâs bleak landscapes and psychological depth. At $2.99 (from $19.99), this is exceptional value for atmospheric Icelandic mystery. âď¸
H. P. Lovecraft: Against the World, Against Life
Author: Houellebecq, Michel
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Literary Criticism
The award-winning French novelist pays tribute to a literary hero in this critical biography of the master of horrorâwith a foreword by Stephen King. đ
Best known for his acclaimed novels, such as the Prix Goncourt-winning The Map and the Territory, Michael Houellebecq devotes his single work of nonfiction to the pioneering author of horror and weird fiction, H. P. Lovecraft. In a volume that is part biographical sketch and part pronouncement on existence and literature, Franceâs most famous contemporary author praises his prewar American alter ego, whose style couldnât be less like his own. đď¸
With a foreword by Lovecraft admirer Stephen King, this eloquently translated edition is an insightful introduction to both Lovecraftâs dark mythology and Houellebecqâs deadpan prose. đť
Why this matters: Houellebecq (Prix Goncourt winner) bringing his nihilistic sensibility to Lovecraft criticism creates fascinating cross-cultural literary conversationâFranceâs most controversial contemporary novelist analyzing Americaâs most influential horror writer. Stephen Kingâs foreword adds horror credibility from the genreâs current king honoring its past master. The âagainst the world, against lifeâ title captures Lovecraftâs cosmic pessimism perfectly. Perfect for Lovecraft fans wanting literary context beyond Cthulhu memes, Houellebecq readers curious about his influences, or anyone interested in how horror reflects philosophical worldviews. At $2.99 (from $17.99), this is essential criticism at bargain pricing. đŚ
NEW RELEASES
Author: Yousafzai, Malala
NEW RELEASE
Memoirs of Social Activists
A USA TODAY MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK đ âDynamic and surprising.â âThe New York Times
This is not the story you think you know. Itâs the one Iâve been waiting to tell.
Thrust onto the public stage at fifteen years old after the Talibanâs brutal attack on her life, Malala Yousafzai quickly became an international icon known for bravery and resilience. But away from the cameras and crowds, she spent years struggling to find her place in an unfamiliar world. đ Now, for the first time ever, Malala takes us beyond the headlines in Finding My Wayâa vulnerable, surprising memoir that buzzes with authenticity, sharp humor, and tenderness.
Finding My Way is a story of friendship and first love, of anxiety and self-discovery, of trying to stay true to yourself when everyone wants to tell you who you are. đ In it, Malala traces her path from high school loner to reckless college student to a young woman at peace with her past. Through candid, often messy moments like nearly failing exams, getting ghosted, and meeting the love of her life, Malala reminds us that real role models arenât perfectâtheyâre human. â¨
In this astonishing memoir, Malala reintroduces herself to the world, sharing how she navigated life as someone whose darkest moments threatened to define her narrativeâwhile seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. Finding My Way is an intimate look at the life of a young woman taking charge of her destinyâand a deeply personal testament to the strength it takes to be unapologetically yourself. đŚ
Why this matters: Malala refuses to be frozen as the fifteen-year-old shooting survivorâthis memoir reclaims her narrative by showing the messy, human, often unglamorous work of building a life after trauma. Nearly failing exams, getting ghosted, first loveâthese relatable struggles make her more than an icon. The emphasis on ânot the story you think you knowâ signals sheâs tired of others defining her. Perfect for readers who appreciated Michelle Obamaâs âBecomingâ or anyone interested in what happens after the triumphant activism headlines fade and real life begins. This is about becoming yourself when the world already thinks it knows who you are. đ
Author: Bay, Louise
NEW RELEASE
Small Town Romance
My life is basically a three-item to-do list: đ
* Keep my eight-year-old daughter happy. đ§
* Keep my job at the elementary school. đŤ
* Keep my big, scary dream of being a full-time artist locked up where it canât break my heart. đ¨
Easy. Manageable. Drama-free.
And then Fisher Wright strolls into Star Falls.
Tall. Charming. British. The kind of dangerously attractive that should come with a warning labelâor maybe a hazmat suit in my size. đĽ Heâs here for eight weeks, helping a famous music superstar record her next album.
We have one harmless, flirty conversation at the local bar. đˇ Then itâs wine on my porch. Then stolen kisses by the falls. đ Then⌠oh no, actual feelings. The big, messy, life-complicating kind I swore I didnât have time for.
But his life is in New York. Mine is here. And long-distance fairytales? Please. They donât come true â especially when thereâs a kid involved. đ
So why is he making secret plans to get my art in front of Manhattanâs elite? đźď¸ Why am I suddenly imagining him at my daughterâs soccer games? â˝ And why does it feel like the only temporary thing here⌠is the eight-week expiration date we agreed on?
Small-town slow burn. Single mom sunshine and a grumpy Brit. Steamy porch kisses. And one very inconvenient, completely irresistible love. Perfect for fans of Elsie Silver, Laura Pavlov, Emily Henry, Meghan Quinn, and Lucy Score. â¤ď¸
Why youâll love this: Bay nails single mom romance by making the daughterâs happiness item #1 on the listâshowing this isnât just romantic conflict but real parental responsibility. Fisher secretly promoting her art demonstrates he sees beyond her mom/teacher roles to her dreams. The eight-week deadline creates built-in urgency, and the New York/small town divide provides genuine obstacle beyond just fear. The comp authors (Elsie Silver, Emily Henry, Lucy Score) signal quality small-town romance with heat and heart. Perfect for readers who want their romance heroes to support heroinesâ ambitions while also being dangerously attractive Brits who make secret plans. The âgrumpy Britâ promise delivers swoon. đŹđ§
Author: Davies, Emma
NEW RELEASE
Holiday Romance
One chance meeting. Two strangers. And a sprinkling of Christmas magic⌠âď¸
Fifty-five-year-old Peg has been lonely for as long as she can remember. As she battles through traffic while the snow softly falls around her, the best she can hope for is to get home for Christmas safely, and to spend it wrapped in a blanket by a roaring open fire in her tumbledown cottage in the Cotswolds. đĄ Little does she know that everything is about to changeâŚ
Because Henry is also stuck on the road, and when their cars come to a complete standstill, he and Peg strike up a conversation over a homemade mince pie and a flask of hot tea. 𼧠Towering over Peg, his navy waffle-knit jumper charmingly threadbare at the elbows, he chats effortlessly. With his tortoiseshell glasses pushed back into his mass of curly dark hair, Henry makes Peg laugh, and the two click. â As something shifts, Peg realises that itâs been a long time since she smiled like this.
Peg discovers that Henry is single too, but heâs off to grit his teeth through the forced jollity of another family Christmas with his insufferably perfect daughter-in-law in the next village. đ Before they get a chance to exchange numbers, the traffic starts to move and Peg and Henry are wrenched apart⌠đ
What makes this charming: Davies centers fifty-five-year-old protagonists, giving older readers romance that reflects their lives rather than always reading about twenty-somethings. The meet-cute in traffic with mince pies and tea is quintessentially British and cozy rather than manufactured cute. Henryâs âinsufferably perfect daughter-in-lawâ and Pegâs loneliness create relatable midlife situations, and being wrenched apart before exchanging numbers sets up the chase. Perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan or anyone who loved âThe Holidayâ but wished the protagonists were older and the setting cozier. This promises Christmas magic grounded in real midlife complicationsâproof romance doesnât have an age limit. đ
