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No evil acts alone
After a brutal truth is revealed, Detective Aaron Remalla finds himself at a crossroads. Struggling to cope, he disappears, finding solace as a stranger in a quaint town where he can drink instead of think. Desperate to forget the past, his actions only bring him deeper into the darkness, and he finds himself accused of a crime he didn’t commit.

When his partner, Detective Gordon Daniels, arrives, they’ll work together to discover the answers and will uncover even darker mysteries that involve deception, murder, and haunted woods that according to town lore, harbor an evil responsible for the disappearance of four people.

Can they uncover the secrets of a community known for its idyllic charm and friendly patrons and reveal the malevolence within it, or is a more sinister purpose hiding in plain sight? Risking their lives, they’ll learn that the simplest answer could be the most shocking.

Of Mind and Madness is book four in the Detectives Daniels and Remalla series. For fans of page-turning supernatural thrillers featuring an indelible partnership and a riveting murder mystery, Of Mind and Madness is a must read.

I’m Val Thorvald, and I kill bad guys for a living.

My half-elven blood, magical sword, and telepathic tiger give me an edge, at least against most villains. But when dragons show up in Seattle, the city is in serious trouble — and so am I. Dragons are bigger, stronger, and more powerful than anything I’ve battled, and they don’t appreciate it when you sass them.

Just ask Lord Zavryd’nokquetal. That’s a name, not a cat hacking up a hairball, and if you mispronounce it, he’ll either insult you, incinerate you, or throw your Jeep up in a tree. Trust me, I know.

Unfortunately, he’s taken an interest in me. Not in the “half-elves are sexy and appealing and I need a new girlfriend” kind of way. Nope, he wants to use me. He’s on a mission, and he’s decided I’ll make the perfect bait to lure his enemies to him.

That’s about as good for your longevity as it sounds, and I’d love to decline the gig, but dragons can magically coerce people into doing their bidding. If I can’t figure out how to get him to leave me alone, I’ll either end up his servant for the rest of my life… or dead. And who’s going to protect Seattle then?

One wild night with a gorgeous young hunk of a man. It wasn’t supposed to mean anything, until her pregnancy test showed positive…
Logan O’Malley has an affair with an older woman, only to learn she’s the judge assigned to the case that could end HERO Force forever. Worse yet, an old villain has come back looking for his own brand of justice, and the judge is about to be caught in the crossfire.

A Legacy Lost. A Secret Waiting to Be Uncovered. A Journey That Could Change Everything.

For as long as he can remember, Pierre de Beauvoir’s world has been confined within the walls of a monastery in Reims. Orphaned and raised in solitude, he has never questioned the quiet life laid before him — until the day fate intervenes.

A revelation shatters everything he thought he knew, pulling him from the safety of the monastery and into the heart of a dangerous game of power, deception, and ambition. With enemies lurking in the shadows and whispers of his past threatening to unravel the present, Pierre embarks on a perilous journey through the courts of France and England, where loyalty is fleeting and treachery is second nature.

But Pierre is no ordinary orphan. He carries a secret — one that powerful forces and even his own family would kill to protect… or to destroy.

A Battle for Identity. A War of Deception. A Young Man’s Fate Interwoven with the Future of Nations.

Sometimes starting over…
Can be a real beach.
Rita Masnik took the bull by the horns and started her life over. Her job as a server and manager at a boardwalk café in Calgon, Florida, paid the bills and gave her the chance to be creative with food. But everything changed when her beloved boss was murdered.

Now, Rita owns the café, and is both terrified and thrilled at the prospect of starting over, yet again. With her former coworkers – a wisecracking chef and a shy millennial – she decides to remodel the cafe and reopen as soon as possible.

Things are going well until the body of one of the café’s regular’s is found, and Rita’s handsome new acquaintance is a key suspect. Determined to honor her boss’s memory by helping someone in need, Rita dives into investigating the case.

Will she discover that she’s been keeping company with a cute killer?
Find out in this exciting series debut!

Fleeing memories of her past life in Montana, Olivia finds a fresh start guiding fishing trips in Alaska. However, tragedy strikes when she learns of her grandmother’s death, and the small plane carrying her home crashes in the remote wilderness. Olivia now faces a battle against the elements and wildlife alongside her fellow survivors. Complicating matters, one of them harbors a hidden agenda and may have betrayed the group for personal gain. Olivia must navigate the turn of events carefully to survive, discerning whom to trust while confronting the shadows of her past.

A pro-Hitler assassin stalks Franklin Roosevelt in 1939. More than a millions hardcovers, paperbacks and e-books sold. One of the best American spy stories ever and the start of a brilliant series.

Russians and American politics bedevil two New York City tabloid reporters, a man and a woman, in 1968. Breathtaking and memorable, as thy close in on the spy story of the century.

Paranoia and incompetence put the Soviet Union and the United States on a nuclear collision course in the mid-1980s. A man and a woman caught up in a too-true spy thriller.

A wartime fortune, a family vendetta, and an astonishing secret speed this fast-paced Robert Ludlum style thriller.

Hynd’s classic first novel: A vengeful American POW returned home from captivity in the Hanoi Hilton and travels the world to get even with the man who tortured him. Tough and uncompromising. “Bloody good!’ said the New York Times.

A new missing persons case, a prime suspect and questions about an old friend challenge amateur sleuth and crime reporter Tess McClintock and FBI Special Agent Michael Carter in THE GIRL WHO RAN AWAY, the first book in The Girl Who Ran trilogy and another installment in the McClintock-Carter Crime Thriller Series.

While crime reporter Tess McClintock finishes writing her articles about serial killer Eugene Kincaid for the Seattle Sentinel, the girlfriend of Tess’s colleague and the girlfriend’s daughter go missing. When their car turns up abandoned on a remote logging road in the mountains, Tess’s friend becomes the prime suspect. Tess enlists FBI Special Agent Michael Carter to help her discover whether her friend is responsible for their disappearance. In the process, Tess and Michael uncover the tragic history of the girl who ran away.

Once upon a time Elle made a mistake. A small miscalculation sends her through the roof of an enchanted chateau. Stranded until her broken leg mends, Elle is unwillingly forced to rely on the good will of the sour chateau owner — the cursed Prince Severin.

Prince Severin — the commanding general and staunch supporter of his brother the crown prince — is cursed to look like a beast until a maiden falls in love with him. He has given up all hope of shattering the curse, and has only disdain for Elle.

Unfortunately, the pair can’t seem to avoid each other thanks to the meddling of the chateau’s cursed servants. Eventually Elle’s playful manners and Severin’s hidden gentleness draw the pair together.

But not all love stories can end that easily. After all, Elle is not what she seems, and Severin’s life is placed in danger when hostilities flare between his brother and the monarchs of a neighboring country. When Elle risks everything to save Severin, will he be able to forgive her for her lies?

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is a retelling of the traditional French fairy tale. It is a story of adventure and prejudice set in a fantasy land lush with magic, assassins, princes, castles, and curses. Filled with humor, deception, and clean romance, it belongs to the series TIMELESS FAIRY TALES. The books in this series take place in the same world and can be read all together, or as individual, stand-alone books.

An abandoned mansion. A restless spirit. A terrible secret…

Fleeing a recent tragedy, antiques expert Katherine seeks refuge in Blackstone, Oregon, a tiny town nestled in the shadow of majestic Mt. Hood. But her sanctuary soon becomes a nightmare when she stumbles upon the long-abandoned Blackstone mansion, its dark halls whispering with secrets.

As Katherine explores the labyrinthine rooms filled with priceless antiques, she realizes she’s not alone. In the shadows, she can see the tiniest movements, feel the deepest chills, and hear the faintest sounds. The restless spirit of a young woman reaches out to her, desperate to be heard.

Determined to help put the ghost to rest, Katherine delves into the mansion’s tragic past. With the aid of unlikely new friends, she uncovers a history of jealousy, unrequited love, and murder. But the truth is far more sinister than she could have imagined.

Caught in a dangerous web of lies and deception, Katherine’s time is running out. The spirits of Blackstone mansion are awakening, and they hunger for more than just justice. To free the ghost and save herself, Katherine must confront the darkness within the mansion’s walls – even if it costs her her sanity… or her life.

In this chilling tale of supernatural suspense, the past refuses to stay buried, and the line between the living and the dead blurs with every passing shadow.

The Sacred Union: A Story of Ancient Love and Eternal Promise is a deeply moving journey that intertwines the tender love story of a young Hebrew couple with the profound spiritual truths of God’s eternal covenant. Set against the sun-drenched hills of ancient Israel in 27 AD, this book follows Olam and Ahava as they navigate the intricate traditions of the Jewish wedding process, revealing timeless lessons about love, faith, and commitment.

Through their story, readers will be transported to a world where every step of the wedding journey — from the initial arrangement (Shidduchin) to the joyous wedding feast (Nissuin) — is rich with meaning. As Olam and Ahava’s love blossoms, their journey mirrors a greater, divine romance that has been unfolding since the beginning of time: the relationship between Christ and His Bride, the Church. Each chapter not only illuminates the beauty of ancient customs but draws deep theological parallels that reflect God’s unbreakable promise to His people.

The Sacred Union is more than a historical narrative; it is a love story filled with hope, sacrifice, and spiritual reflection. Through the lens of Olam and Ahava’s union, the book invites readers to explore the depth of God’s love, reminding us of the ultimate price paid by Christ to secure an eternal bond with His followers. By weaving together biblical insights with the heartfelt journey of two souls, this book aims to inspire readers to reflect on their own faith, relationships, and the divine promises that guide us all.

Perfect for those who seek a deeper understanding of spiritual truths through story, The Sacred Union will captivate your heart, deepen your appreciation for God’s love, and leave you with a renewed sense of hope, faith, and connection to the eternal promise that binds us to our divine Bridegroom.

HOT OFF THE PRESS, ACT IT OUT and OFF TARGET are humorous, fast romps, perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich, Jana DeLeon, Gemma Halliday, Liliana Hart and JB Lynn.

HOT OFF THE PRESS:

Starting over can be deadly…
After a few life-altering changes, 28-year-old Hailey Webb lands a job as an assistant/errand runner for the local newspaper in her hometown of Palm Shores, California. If she knew this meant stumbling onto dead bodies, then she… well, she probably still would have taken the job. A girl’s gotta eat, right? How long can one last on a steady diet of ramen noodles?

When Hailey finds a dead treasure hunter on his boat on her first day at work, she realizes that yep, things can get way worse than she imagined. And if that’s not enough, Hailey is confronted with events from her past that she’d rather forget. When they start to gain in on her, she knows she has to solve the murder to get the answers she needs.

Thankfully, she has her best friend, Kat, to help her, and Mike, the reporter, who is just too darn good looking for what Hailey needs right now.

ACT IT OUT:

Not everything that glitters is gold…
As an assistant/errand runner for the local newspaper in her hometown of Palm Shores, California, Hailey Webb has all kind of jobs. Sure, picking up dry cleaning and bringing lunch is not exactly what big dreams are made of, but if it pays rent, it’s good for now.

What’s bad is having your bank account ravished by the hottest actor to ever walk the earth while being threatened with a crowbar. That’s after said actor steals a plane and crashes it in the woods. And that is after he is accused of murdering his co-star in their latest action movie. With the prop weapon… that turned out to be a real gun. Yep, Hailey’s job is way more exciting than she would have thought.

Now she sets out to find the fugitive actor to get her money back, and she has to prove he is not the real killer. By finding the real one. As Hailey navigates the world of the movie industry, she needs to watch her step, or she’ll inadvertently become the lead in the next true crime reality TV show.

OFF TARGET:

‘Til death do us part?

Hailey Webb, assistant and errand runner for the local newspaper in Palm Shores, California, enjoys a night out with her best friend, Kat. At their favorite bar, they’re promptly invited to join a bachelorette party.

Too bad the fun doesn’t last when someone tries to strangle Hailey in the bar restroom, and she barely survives. Was she the actual target? Or was it Laura, the bride-to-be, who could pass off as Hailey’s twin?

Either way, Hailey stumbled into something she just can’t let go. Or better yet, she stumbles upon something while investigating. A dead body.

With help from her best friend, her mom, and her hot coworker, Mike, Hailey is left with no choice but to get to the bottom of this mystery before a killer catches her.