Today's Featured Books

YALLFest Book Festival - November 14-15

Events

YALLFest does not require a general admission ticket and is free to enter, our three star-powered headliner events are ticketed. You can learn more about tickets on our schedule and festival info pages!

YALLFest 2025 is Presented by Mayhem Books


Bailing Out by Leonard Ruhl

Book of the Day

A botched hit on a near-mythical cartel enforcer known to most of the world as "G" leaves him and his pregnant wife, Carmen, running from the law and the people he once considered family. In a world where the only way out is to kill or be killed, G faces the ultimate dilemma: how do you outrun danger when the danger is you? From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


Five Different Boo-boos by Maggie Keefe

Children and Young Adult

Through five relatable moments, Five Different Boo-boos turns everyday tumbles into lessons in empathy, resilience, and comfort. With its rhythmic storytelling and cheerful illustrations, it’s a perfect choice for bedtime reading, preschool story time, or early childhood classrooms. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


That Moment (The Slade Brothers Second Generation) by Alexis Winter

Romance

I’ve wanted her for as long as I can remember, but she’s off-limits.
She isn’t just my childhood friend.
She’s the triplet sister of my two best friends.

The girl I swore I’d never touch, no matter how many times she tempts me to.We’ve always had that pull.
That spark that never really went out, just buried itself deep until we were both too damn stubborn to admit it.
And every time she smiles at me, I want to take what’s never been mine.
Claim what I’ve been denying for years. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Midnight Stone by A.C. Chalmers

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

For Steve Branford, Gilmore Mansion is more than a house—it’s a legacy. He’s willing to risk everything, including his family’s savings and their trust, to restore the crumbling Sierra Nevada estate. But Steve uncovers a history of tragedy that clings to the house like a winter chill. Midnight Stone, a 2025 Mary Shelley Short List finalist for Paranormal Fiction by the Chanticleer International Book Awards, delivers a haunting blend of atmosphere and suspense. From $0.99 – SHOP NOW /


To the Edge of Burning Shadows by Sam C. Hemmings

Science Fiction and Fantasy

When Nina Varek dies, Hell claims her for The Cycle – a brutal contest between six demons of the underworld. To survive, she must face monsters, lost memories, and dangerously charming enemies who want more than her soul. But in Hell, trusting the wrong demon could damn her forever ... and trusting the right one might destroy her heart. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Special Offer: Alina Churchill Burke Books

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This is a special edition LitNuts newsletter to let you know about a very special, limited time offers:

  • INCOMPLETE: A Journey From Fear to Freedom
  • Incomplete: A Journey From Abandonment to Parenthood
  • Haven of Calm: Stress-Relief Coloring Journey for Adults
  • Bloom Therapy: A Floral Coloring Book for Adults


Book 1: INCOMPLETE: A Journey From Fear to Freedom

At just seven years old, Alina Burke's life was forever changed by a vicious dog attack that left her with both physical and emotional scars. In Incomplete - From Fear to Freedom, Alina courageously shares her journey of survival, resilience, and the fight to reclaim her voice. Following her first book, Incomplete: A Journey from Abandonment to Parenthood, this second memoir continues her story-shining a light on trauma, recovery, and the unshakable will to live fully. From $6.95 – SHOP NOW /





Book 2: Incomplete: A Journey From Abandonment to Parenthood
(4.8 stars)

In Incomplete, A Journey from Abandonmentto Parenthood, Alina blends her memoir with self-help to offer a deeply personal and empowering guide to healing and growth. Growing up with the scars of a mother who walked away, Alina grappled with feelings of abandonment and inadequacy-challenges that resurfaced when she became a mother herself. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


 


Book 3: Haven of Calm: Stress-Relief Coloring Journey for Adults 

Escape the noise of everyday life and step into your very own Haven of Calm.
This beautifully designed adult coloring book invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover the joy of simple creativity.
Inside, you’ll find: Intricate patterns and soothing designs created to melt away stress and quiet your mind.
A mindful journey of coloring that helps you relax, focus, and find balance. Single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through and make it easy to frame your favorites.
Whether you’re new to coloring or a seasoned artist, Haven of Calm is the perfect way to unwind after a long day, nurture your creativity, and give yourself the gift of peace. From $9.99 – SHOP NOW


Book 4: Bloom Therapy: A Floral Coloring Book for Adults

Step into a garden of peace and creativity with Bloom Therapy.
This floral-themed adult coloring book is designed to help you relax, recharge, and rediscover the joy of slowing down.
Inside, you’ll find: Dozens of floral designs ranging from simple blossoms to intricate bouquets. Nature-inspired art that brings a sense of calm and balance with every page. Single-sided pages so you can color freely without worrying about bleed-through—perfect for pens, pencils, or markers. Mindful coloring moments that transform stress into serenity. Whether you have five minutes or an entire afternoon, Bloom Therapy invites you to create your own sanctuary of calm. Perfect as a personal escape—or a thoughtful gift for the flower lover in your life. From $9.99 – SHOP NOW
 

About the Author

Alina Churchill Burke is a 22+ year Branch Manager and Senior Mortgage Lender, an aspiring writer and a Mom to two amazing humans, Chandler and Alyssa. She is also Daughter to the very best Dad in the world, and Sister to her protector, Linda. She also has is the Fiancé to Vinnie, her rock, and dog mom of three.

Alina grew up in and still resides in the beautiful state of Maine, where her current writing is based on. She loves to travel both in the US and Europe, and hiking beautiful areas is one of her favorite things. 

Please follow her on Amazon to get updates on upcoming books.  Know More


October | Lavender Literary Society: Maia Kobabe x Mey Rude

Events

Join us for Lavender Literary Society Book Club featuring acclaimed author and illustrator Maia Kobabe, in conversation with May Rude, exploring the groundbreaking and widely challenged graphic memoir Gender Queer: A Memoir. Hailed as a transformative work in LGBTQ+ literature—and one of the most banned books in the United States—Gender Queer traces Kobabe’s journey of self-discovery, identity, and expression, offering an intimate and powerful look at what it means to navigate gender beyond the binary. Reserve a spot


Our Lives In Between by Billie Kowalewski

Book of the Day

A secret informant warns the Masters of the Eradicators—a group determined to push humanity toward self-destruction. Their only hope is Harmony, a rare soul who remembers her purpose in every lifetime. To save Earth, she must first uncover why her last ten lives ended too soon—before she loses herself, and humanity, forever. From $0.99 – SHOP NOW / 


Deadly Secrets by H.R. Kemp

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

A suspicious death. A web of intrigue. Will she risk everything to expose the truth? When a vulnerable refugee dies, Shelley’s search for answers uncovers a high-level conspiracy. She isn't bold but can she expose the truth and live? This Australian mystery suspense thriller has political intrigue and a woman amateur sleuth. Described by readers as "a highly charged electrical thriller" and "an intriguing, character-driven plot.  From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /


Food Crazy Mind: 5 Simple Steps to Stop Mindless Eating and Start a Healthier, Happier Relationship with Food by Davina Chessid

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

If you’ve ever felt stuck in food cycles of guilt and frustration, Food Crazy Mind offers a gentle, practical way to heal. Blending heartfelt, relatable memoir and guided journaling prompts, it helps you uncover emotional triggers, calm inner chaos, and rebuild self-trust. With honesty and compassion, it shows how. From $0.99 – SHOP NOW / 


Special Limited Time Offer: Lancashire Detective Mysteries Series

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This is a special edition LitNuts newsletter to let you know about special, limited time offers on the highly rated Lancashire Detective Mysteries series of five complete DCI Walker Crime Thrillers from author J.J. Richards!

  • The Icehouse, Book 1 in the Series
  • The Pike, Book 2 in the Series
  • The Tower, Book 3 in the Series
  • The Dunes, Book 4 in the Series
  • The Castle Book 5 in the Series


Book 1: The Icehouse
(4.1 stars, 1737 ratings)


A Murderer on the Loose. A Detective Haunted by the Past. A Race Against Time.

DCI Jonathan Walker is a senior detective for the Lancashire Constabulary in North West England. When a body turns up in the sleepy village of Rufford, Walker learns the crime may be linked to a decades old cold case involving the murder of his sister. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, JD Kirk, Matt Brolly, Patricia Gibney, and Michael Connelly. "A moody, enveloping crime thriller." ~SPR Editorial Review FREE – SHOP NOW



Book 2: The Pike
(4.3 stars, 1000+ ratings)


Not everything is what it seems, and not everyone is who they appear to be.

A young girl is found dead at the Pike Tower on Winter Hill near Chorley, and DCI Walker and the newly promoted DC Briggs are drafted in to investigate. But what seems like a party gone wrong or a sickening group attack, transpires to be much more, and threatens not only the local community, but Walker and his team, too. "A top-flight crime thriller." ~SPR Editorial Review From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /



Book 3: The Tower 
(4.2 stars, 600+ ratings)


A seaside town on its knees. A group hell bent on making it a better place...by KILLING. 

When the Head Clown at Blackpool Tower Circus turns up dead in suspicious circumstances, a criminal investigation ensues, headed by DCI Walker. But when another body turns up just days later, with the same modus operandi, the double homicide becomes the talk of the town. "An unsettling but highly entertaining thriller." ~SRP Editorial Review From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /



Book 4: The Dunes 
(4.4 stars, 500+ ratings)


A body buried in the dunes. A killer with a deadly pattern. Can DCI Walker catch them before the cycle starts again? 

When a young woman’s body is discovered in the windswept sand dunes of Lytham St Annes, Detective Walker is assigned to the cold case. The victim’s connection to a former Chief Constable puts the investigation under intense scrutiny from Walker’s current boss, the formidable Chief Constable Sarah Harriet. "Well written with plenty of twists, turns and bodies an enjoyable read, will look for others in this series of books." - Review From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


Book 5: The Castle 
(4.4 stars, 100+ ratings)


A body on display. A message written in blood. And a puzzle that defies logic. 

DCI Jonathan Walker thought he’d seen it all—until a case in Lancaster forces him to read old crimes anew. When baffling clues surface in the city’s oldest institutions, Walker must navigate a web of secrets, public fury, and a riddle that won’t stay solved. Every answer seems to raise more questions, and the closer he gets, the more the stakes tighten. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


5 Over 50 Reading and Celebration

Events

Celebrate this year’s 5 Over 50 with readings from the authors and a conversation about their individual paths to publication at a free virtual event on Thursday, November 6, at 7 PM EST. Register for this free event!


The Hold On! Trilogy by Peter Darley

Book of the Day

After a daring rescue, fugitive soldier, Brandon Drake and his lover, Belinda Reese, find themselves in a race against time to stop a deadly, government conspiracy. When they discover Brandon has long-lost siblings, new allies are made, propelling them into battles with the police, corrupt Homeland Security agents, a sadistic human trafficking ring – and Brandon’s own inner demons. Hero becomes monster in a conflict where everything you can imagine happens. Also contains links to Invincible – Season 1 – the FREE fourth book in the series. FREE – SHOP NOW /


Mello Jello Magoo by Kelley Mullins

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Enjoy amazing color photos in this immersive modern day story. A fast pace romp following a young couple, grappling with both comical and dramatic events with their newly adopted pet. This book explores concepts about pets in society plus the true costs of pet ownership. Your love is priceless, can pet sharing be in your future? From $3.99 – SHOP NOW /


Disconnected: Portrait of a Neurodiverse Marriage by Eleanor Vincent

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

In a late-life romance, Eleanor marries Lars, a brilliant database expert, believing their fairytale love will last forever. However, just months later, Eleanor finds herself in COVID lockdown with her new husband as he loses his job and pulls away from her with angry outbursts. Day by day, their marriage fractures. Disconnected powerfully portrays the obstacles that neurodiverse couples must overcome to keep their love alive. It will resonate with anyone who struggles to grasp how even the closest bonds can break, and then must change. From $2.99 – SHOP NOW / 


November 9, 2025 – Brilliant Storytellers!

Events

James Dodson • Heather Gudenkauf • Vanessa Lillie • Danielle Valentine

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Malevolent by Jana DeLeon

Book of the Day

Shaye Archer’s life effectively began the night police found her in an alley with no memory of the previous 15 years. Now, she's a PI who gets answers for her clients, and maybe for herself. When her new client Emma claims she’s being stalked, Shaye is determined to help. Emma knows her stalker, but the problem is, she killed him a month ago. FREE – SHOP NOW / 


Buchanan's Express by John Parker

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Buchanan, also known as Buck, must operate her interplanetary trucking business on her own after her husband was murdered by hijackers. With her alien partner, Slick, they find fighting pirates and hijackers has become commonplace. But when Buck decides to transport a mysterious box that could save a world, she wonders if she will survive the adventure. From $2.99 – SHOP NOW /


Grumpy Billionaire Santa by Aria McDow

Romance

One orgasmic night. One colossal mistake. Now I’m wearing the ring of my damaged billionaire boss.
I was supposed to be invisible—just a movie set gopher with a headset and clipboard.
Asher Callahan is Hollywood royalty. Cold. Commanding. Still haunted by his late wife. A single dad who terrifies everyone on set… except his twelve-year-old daughter.
The first time I calm her panic attack, he sees me. The second time, he kisses me. The third time, I wake up alone in his bed—with his walls back up.
When scandal threatens his career, he hands me a ring and a deal: “Be my fiancée.” From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 




2025 Faith and Fellowship Book Festival

Events

The Faith and Fellowship Book Festival (FFBF) is an inspirational event where authors and readers connect to talk about books. Psst . . . . This registration link is for attendees only! If you're an author interested in being on the roster for one of the evenings, visit ffbookfestival.com for more information. 

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Buchanan's Express by John Parker

Book of the Day

Interstellar trucking would have been a dream job for Buchanan, also known as Buck, until her husband was murdered by hijackers. With her alien partner Slick, they must avoid pirates and hijackers while moving cargo across the galaxy. From $2.99 – SHOP NOW / 


Body in a Barrel By Aaron Mead

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

Forty years ago, Lenny Battaglia dumped a body in a barrel into Lake Mead. For now, the barrel remains underwater, but the drought-ravaged lake keeps dropping. Can Lenny cover his crooked past in the Las Vegas mob before it finds him out?

“...a gripping crime drama…” —READERS’ FAVORITE (five stars) From. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


Being By Kedi du Vide

Children and Young Adult

In a world inhabited by humans and "Voids," a name given to those who've subconsciously sold their soul to the devil, a unique teenage Void embarks on a journey to find out why her existence is a literal act of God. From $6.99 – SHOP NOW / 


Embers of Dusk by D.G. Roberts

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Her world crushed by an unthinkable tragedy, Adelyn begins her descent into the depths of her grief, but she is determined to seek answers and departs from the wizard Alistair with her friends to find those responsible. Meanwhile, Alistair and his comrades seek answers of their own, only to discover a growing darkness and a force in the shadows. FREE – SHOP NOW /