Today's Featured Books

The Daisy Chain by Erica M. Goros

Book of the Day

Prequel to The Cole Edwards Saga. In 1890s Texas Hill Country, Medea is ruled by scoundrels and secrets. Dannah Marshall fights to protect her family’s ranch, but Henry Edwards sets her in his sights. When his son Cole—her childhood friend—is drawn in, their bond ignites love, betrayal, and a chain of ruin in this haunting tale of land, legacy, and survival. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

 


Dirty Girls by Rodzil LaBraun

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Book 1 of 6, Dirty Girls is a time travel, action adventure, sexy space story that takes lovable characters on a wild ride. Aliens, dragons, spaceships, comedy, and treachery await readers who like an erotic touch to their sci-fi fun. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

 


The Ember Stone by Shari Marshall

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Rejected heritage, hostile magic, incompatible worlds: a rescue mission on the crumbling terrain of a magical society where the stakes have potentially fatal outcomes. This friendly fantasy is easy to read, fast-paced, and engaging to the end with its strong but reluctant heroine, her quirky sidekick, and an unexpected love interest. "Premise and plot are endlessly creative, resulting in an engrossing and boundary-crossing series debut." ~Self-Publishing Review. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /


Debunked by Nature by Mollie Engelhart

General Nonfiction

New release: How a Vegan-Chef-Turned-Regenerative-Farmer Discovered that Mother Nature Is a Conservative. Mollie Engelhart was a celebrated vegan chef living in Los Angeles, running successful restaurants and championing progressive ideals. But when she left the city behind to raise her family on a regenerative farm, her carefully constructed worldview began to unravel. Part memoir, part manifesto, this book challenges today’s cultural narratives through the lenses of biology, experience, and divine design. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


No Promises, No Lies by AJ Wilding

Romance

I took her to get revenge, but now I want so much more. Rory Kostalova was never part of the plan. Kidnapping the Russian mafia princess was a move for control, a way to gain the upper hand in a brutal war. She was meant to break, to bend to my will like everyone else. But Rory is different—strong, fiery, untouchable. What started as a way to get even turns into something darker, something neither of us can control. She stirs the chaos inside me, makes me crave her in ways I shouldn’t. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Creation Horror by Joe Belcastro

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

The Founding Fathers created our independence while burying America’s horrifying secret. A chosen group of alumni is relentlessly chased by a mysterious figure in the mid-1800s. Known as the Rush Bloods, they are hunted due to possessing a private journal belonging to Presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. This cunning immortal figure is hellbent on a long-awaited, deadly revenge and will not rest until their blood flows upon the earth. Download free chapters from the author's site! From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /


MFA in a Box by John Rember

General Nonfiction

"The essential truths about excellent writing." -The Judges of the Hoffer Awards. Winner of Hoffer, Nautilus and Midwest Book Awards, MFA in a Box explores the relationships between the writer and love, grief, place, family, race, violence, and other topics that will help writers dive deep into their own writing. "Witty, audacious, and wise." -Robin Metz, winner of the Rainer Maria Rilke Int'l Poetry Award. 4.6 stars, 28 ratings. From $4.99 SHOP NOW /


She's Not Herself by Linda Appleman Shapiro

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

“An honest and compelling story by a brave and gifted writer.” -Wally Lamb, She’s Come Undone. The current war in Ukraine is causing loss and trauma that we thought unimaginable in today’s world. She's Not Herself is the true story of Russian Jews who survived the horrors of WWI and emigrated to the United States, where they lived with their past traumas the rest of their lives. Their daughter, a first generation American and a psychotherapist, wrote this memoir to help others move through and beyond generational traumas. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /


Free online: Writers' Room of Boston

Events

Free online: Readings from the Room. Join booklovers online for a free reading from the Writers' Room of Boston. The event will be hosted by Spencer Storey Johnson and will feature the work of Anu Kandikuppa and Jake Hargrove. Tuesday, September 30, 7-8 p.m. EDT.

“Life offers up these moments of joy despite everything.” ~Sally Rooney, Normal People


The Body in the Malibran Theater by Barbara Marangon

Book of the Day

The mummified corpse of a woman is unearthed from beneath the floor of the Malibran Theater where Marco Polo's house once stood, a jeweled tiara nestled in her hair. But who is she, and how did she get there? Professor Francesca Pavan and Detective Antonio Galimberti are assigned to the case. Francesca hopes the ancient diary discovered in the woman's pocket will shed light on her identity. The tiara is stolen and the thief turns up dead—without the tiara. History may hold the answers, but it also holds deadly secrets that refuse to stay buried. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


The Not-So Only Child by Rich Boerner

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

A devastating discovery hidden in a nightstand rewrites everything he knew about family—and himself. When Rich Boerner flew across the country to clean out his late mother’s New York apartment, he expected grief—not a total rewrite of his personal history. In the middle of boxes, photos, and fading memories, he finds something shocking: evidence that his life as an only child was a myth, and the identity of the man who was actually his father. With equal parts humor and heartbreak, The Not-So Only Child will keep you riveted to your device. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Kep Westguard The Second Battle of Saratoga by Eileen Schnabel

Children and Young Adult

Can Four Kids Expose a Traitor and Save America’s Future? A Revolutionary War Adventure for Middle Grade Readers. Kep Westguard thought surviving a British prison camp and blowing up a bridge was the worst these Saratoga missions could throw at him. Turns out, that was just the starting gun. Now there’s talk of a traitor inside the American ranks. Worse? The traitor might be at the very top of the American command. From $1.99 - SHOP NOW /


The Day After His Crucifixion by Merikay McLeod

Literary Fiction and Poetry

"A page-turner with a timeless, illuminating message.” ~Barnes & Noble reader. The Day After His Crucifixion offers a fresh perspective on the story of Yeshua the Nazarene through the voices of women he helped and healed and drew into his circle. Through their eyewitness reports, familiar gospel events spring to life. “A compelling story that will speak to your heart.” ~Goodreads reader. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Essentials of Murder by Kim Davis

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

She came home to heal, not to be framed for murder. But when a bitter rival is found dead in her apothecary—and her fingerprints are on the weapon—Carissa Carmichael must clear her name before the town condemns her and she loses everything all over again. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /


The Girl at the Renaissance Fair by Timothy Best

Science Fiction and Fantasy

When love crosses time, magic—and danger—are never far behind. At the Georgia Renaissance Festival, photographer Noah falls for Fay, a mysterious woman who vanishes after one night. A year later, he discovers she’s a fairy from the 1400s—and the mother of his child. Together they must face an evil wizard and fight for love, family, and a future that spans centuries. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /


Whispers in the Currents by Christie Leigh Babirad

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Are our lives guided by fate, or do we shape them by listening to the whispers of instinct, faith, and heart? In Whispers in the Currents, Christie Leigh Babirad traces the shifting tides of love, heartbreak, and renewal, offering poems that capture both the turbulence and stillness of the human spirit. This inspiring poetry collection invites you to drift, dive, and discover your own reflections in verses that celebrate resilience, hope, and the luminous beauty of life. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


I Sleep Around by Sue Ann Jaffarian

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

Newly retired and with zero camping experience, mystery author Sue Ann Jaffarian traded city life for life on the road in a van. I Sleep Around chronicles her first two years of adventure—funny, challenging, and inspiring—as she discovers resilience, freedom, and the unexpected joys of solo van life. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /


Adele Gossling Mysteries Box Set 1 by Tam May

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

Pick up this box set of the first three Adele Gossling Mysteries and immerse yourself in turn-of-the-century Northern California in all its dynamic and chaotic glory for a fun and cozy read! Follow Adele and her spiritual sidekick Nin as they solve the case of a dead debutante, a poisoned schoolteacher, and a matriarch who may or may not have left a generous will. "Great new series!” From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /


A Climax in Time by Saddletramp 1956

Science Fiction and Fantasy

New release: A spicy novel about time travel with unexpected twists and turns. How would a modern woman cope if she were accidentally transported in time back to the Victorian era? Leanne Hermes, wife of an eccentric billionaire scientist, is accidentally transported into the past by a device her husband made to capture the energy of the female orgasm. Her distraught husband thinks the worst, until he finds journals his great-grandfather explicitly saved for him. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /


Free online this weekend: Hudson Valley Writers Center Event

Events

Free online: Tribute to Stanley Plumly and his Collected Poems. Hosted by the Hudson Valley Writers Center, join for a tribute celebration of Stanley Plumly's new Collected Poems. Poets and editors David Baker, Jill Bialosky, and Michael Collier will introduce the collection and host the reading. Sunday, September 28, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. EST. 

"I’m listening and thinking of the distances imagination travels sitting still, wandering without direction.” ~Stanley Plumly


Christmastime 1939 by Linda Mahkovec

Book of the Day

A heartwarming tale set on the eve of WWII, this story begins the Christmastime series. The widow Lillian Hapsey must find a way to recapture the magic of Christmas for her two young sons. Set against the sparkle of a NYC Christmas. "Charming, heartwarming...whimsical and pleasingly old-fashioned throughout" -Kirkus Reviews. 4.4 stars, 950+ ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /


Aetheria: Blackwood Asylum by Tommy Marcum

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

A slow-burn horror saga of memory, place, and a thing that learns. When explorers awaken a force in Blackwood Asylum, reality mutates: town, landscape, and minds become living museums of dread. Jack, Erica, and survivors face an aetheric intelligence that trades love for safety. Perfect for fans of psychological, cosmic, and asylum horror. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


The Simple 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet for Seniors by Eleni Lakki

General Nonfiction

A Complete Guide to Healthy Aging, Weight Control, and Longevity with over 80 Quick & Easy Mediterranean Recipes for Seniors! Explore the flavors of the Cycladic island of Syros, where Mediterranean culinary traditions come together in a unique and harmonious blend. This book presents recipes inspired by this rich cuisine, thoughtfully updated for today’s kitchen, preserving authentic taste and balance. Most dishes are ready in 30 minutes or less. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /


Where When It Rains by John F. Duffy

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Riley hits his head and wakes from a coma with crippling vertigo. Trapped in Phoenix, he takes up photography, landing him in the orbit of a narcissistic model, where he is captured by the glitz of parties, drugs, and sex. His new friends are equally without direction, and together they drift from night to night in an alcohol-fueled hunt for meaning. When chance offers him a shot at real love and a real life, Riley must find a way to escape the force of his routines and the pull of events that seem intent on destroying him. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /


FREE - Glory Bishop by Deborah L. King

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Out in the world, sixteen-year-old Glory Bishop goes to school and has friends and a job. She reads novels, speaks her mind, and enjoys secret kisses with JT. But her mother will stop at nothing to keep Glory from worldly temptations. When the much older Malcolm Porter sets his sights on Glory with her mother's blessing, Glory must choose waiting for JT or the immediate freedom offered by Malcolm. 4.5 stars, 300+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /