Today's Featured Books— Literary Fiction and Poetry

Grace has a secret...a love child she gave up for adoption. Years later, her long-lost daughter is searching for answers and Grace gets a letter that will change everything. The father is her best friend. He never knew about the baby, and if Grace confesses now, she'll destroy his marriage. But Grace yearns to do the right thing by her daughter. Will Grace risk everything for a chance of happy-ever-after? 4.2 stars, 200+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on Silent Intrusions from author John Chirillo, a new medical thriller that will appeal to readers who like fast-paced thrillers.

★★★★★ "An engaging suspense novel that captures your attention right from the first paragraph." ~Amazon Review

Bonus: Enter the Silent Intrusions Goodreads Giveaway for a chance to win one a free Kindle edition of the book.

Silent Intrusions

New Release: February 2025
4.9 stars, 12 ratings
Genres: Medical Thriller, Technothriller
Paperback: $8.99
Ebook: $2.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)  

A chilling attack. A race against time. Trust no one.

When an attack paralyzes a major hospital, Dr. Kristi Chiro is thrust into a race against time—where every second lost could cost a life. As medical devices glitch, vital signs vanish, and chaos erupts, she must lead a desperate fight to stop the digital assault before the entire system flatlines.

But the attack is just the beginning.

Lurking behind the breach is a genius hacker wielding quantum power, a covert syndicate pulling strings from the shadows, and a rogue AI with secrets buried deep in its code. Allies can’t be trusted. Enemies wear familiar faces. And somewhere in the chaos, a group of teenage tech-sleuths stumbles into a conspiracy far more dangerous than they ever imagined.

Silent Intrusions is a pulse-pounding thriller where the lines between medicine, machine, and mayhem blur—and the future depends on who controls the code.

About the Author
John Chirillo is an accomplished and published programmer and author who has penned numerous influential books that delve into the complex realms of cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and IT compliance. His writings are celebrated for their ability to demystify intricate technical concepts, making them accessible to professionals and enthusiasts alike. These works serve as indispensable resources for those aspiring to master the intricacies of modern security practices. Learn more at silent1ntrusions.com.

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on Silent Intrusions from author John Chirillo, a new medical thriller that will appeal to readers who like fast-pace thrillers.

★★★★★ "An engaging suspense novel that captures your attention right from the first paragraph." ~Amazon Review

Bonus: Enter the Silent Intrusions Goodreads Giveaway for a chance to win one a free Kindle edition of the book.

Silent Intrusions

A chilling attack. A race against time. Trust no one.

When an attack paralyzes a major hospital, Dr. Kristi Chiro is thrust into a race against time—where every second lost could cost a life. As medical devices glitch, vital signs vanish, and chaos erupts, she must lead a desperate fight to stop the digital assault before the entire system flatlines.

But the attack is just the beginning.

Lurking behind the breach is a genius hacker wielding quantum power, a covert syndicate pulling strings from the shadows, and a rogue AI with secrets buried deep in its code. Allies can’t be trusted. Enemies wear familiar faces. And somewhere in the chaos, a group of teenage tech-sleuths stumbles into a conspiracy far more dangerous than they ever imagined.

Silent Intrusions is a pulse-pounding thriller where the lines between medicine, machine, and mayhem blur—and the future depends on who controls the code.

In this New Adult comedy, Jake Durham’s post-breakup life is a mess of viral humiliation, disastrous dating, and booze-fueled chaos. But with a little help from his friends, he might just find his way back. 4.5 stars, 36 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Malcolm Merrill is a successful executive at a prestigious advertising firm in Los Angeles. He has a beautiful wife, a gorgeous home, expensive cars, and power at his disposal. So what could possess someone who has it all to attempt suicide? Find out in this novel that chronicles the life of a man whose perfect world suddenly crumbles beneath him—a man forced to come to terms with all he sacrificed on his rise to the top: his family, his friends, and his soul. "Moving and inspiring." ~Amazon Review. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Married college professors Christine and Joss thought they had it all…that is, until Christine crosses the line with a student and Joss’s memory starts to slip. Meanwhile, their outcast daughter, Abbie, finds herself in the middle of a campus cheating scandal. When their secret lives collide, their indiscretions culminate in a catastrophe no one saw coming. 4.4 stars, 180 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

In this collection of fifteen curious and delightful short stories, you never know who you’re going to meet or where you’re going to end up. But you can be certain that you’ll always find yourself smack dab in the middle of some befuddling predicament of existence. Using humor and horror, satire and allegory, fabulism and realism, these stories take you for an extraordinary ride, submerging you in spaces where anything is possible, especially transformation. 4.6 stars, 20 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Life is full of ups and downs. We get the chance to experience life with loved ones and create memories as we tackle challenges on our way to becoming responsible adults. At times, we are stripped of everything we love and cherish reducing us to tears, fears, and rage. Nobody’s life experience needs to be the same. Nonetheless, we will all encounter the same emotions in this journey called, Life. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW / 

New release. Set in London during WW2. Follow Lt. Sarah Leach, a Brit with MI6, and Robert Johnston, an American at the OSS, as they trade secrets and sex while working for the Allied effort. Developing assets for the D-Day invasion among French Resistance fighters leads to Sarah’s capture by the SS. Her location is unknown until Bletchley Park friends reveal classified intel to Robert. Will his rescue party get to her in time? Historical events and a sweeping cast of real and fictitious characters round out this “terrific read.” FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Explore the profound meaning within our connections to one another via this collection of five stories celebrating renewal and redemption. Despite all the love and attention his family can give, Tony, the golden boy, hits the skids. Katie and Danny buy their dream house, but their future shatters when Danny becomes ill. Rowena, a college student who works as a server, has a dream that will forever change her life. And Katrin’s life is transformed by a mysterious stranger she meets on the lake. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

The past may not be done with us. Anna Dahlberg grew up eating dinner under her father’s war trophy portrait of Eva Braun. Fifty years after World War II, Anna learns something her father never knew—that her mother and Hitler’s mistress were friends. Plunged into the treacherous world of Nazi Germany, Anna uncovers a long-buried tangle of family secrets and finds her every belief about right and wrong shattered. "Historical fiction that reads like a memoir." ~Philadelphia Inquirer. 4.2 stars, 1500+ ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Thunderstroke redefines the art of storytelling by using the power of words to express deep emotion and recovery via short, simple poems that have a lasting impact. Every verse is crafted to heal, inspire, and empower, making it a must-read for stroke survivors and their loved ones. Currently ranked #1 in Inspirational Poetry and in Memoir on Amazon. "A beautiful expression of emotions and can be healing to the soul." ~Teresa James, Poet & Author. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Leah Branch never expected a record deal—especially after giving up on her dream—but when heartbreak pushed her to Nashville, she took the chance. What she didn’t expect was to be stripped of her name, image, and voice, forced to become someone she didn’t recognize. After one too many humiliations on the road, Leah snaps and flees, leaving behind a shattered career and burned bridges. Now, she must rebuild not just her reputation but her sense of self in this story of resilience, unlikely friendships, and the pursuit of an authentic life. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

This volume is an anthology of older and foreign-language works translated for the first time into modern English, to be enjoyed by scholastic and enthusiasts alike. Filled with romance, battle, betrayal, and wry observation, these six translated texts encompass the historical, the mythic, and the polemic, and collectively capture the ambiance and thinking of earlier centuries. That, or they are the outright (and unlikely) inventions of the author. From $9.99 - SHOP NOW / 

A story of love and justice set against the backdrop of South Africa’s untouched bushveld, this novel shows readers the multi-stranded lives of people affected by imperialism. Ultimately, the story hangs on the balance of conservation and human rights, and a thoughtful meditation of a decision made and its consequence. $3.99 - SHOP NOW / 

"Forgetting Sarah Marshall" meets a Philadelphia-based "How I Met Your Mother" in this laugh-out-loud rollercoaster ride filled with alcohol-fueled nights, crazy ideas, and hilarious dating mishaps. Vincible is the story of the unravelling of a twenty-something as he navigates the days and nights of Philadelphia as a newly single man. A #1 New Release in Humorous American Literature on Amazon.com. 4.8 stars, 16 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

'God save the Queen! God save our good Queen Mary!' When these words rang out over England, Mary Tudor thought her troubles were over. She could put her painful past - the loss of her mother and mistreatment at the hands of her father - behind her. With her accession to the throne, Mary set out to restore Catholicism in England and find the love of a husband that she had long desired. But the tragedies in Mary's life were far from over. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

Octogenarian actor Mervyn Ambrose gets an unexpected career revival, but his own time is running out. With the help of his best friend, Norman, a former doctor turned actor, Mervyn sets out to complete a modest yet unconventional bucket list: one last stage performance, a secret farewell party, long-overdue confrontations, and even planning his own wake. With his loyal dog, Wolfie. and a cast of eccentric showbiz friends, this dark comedy is a hilarious and poignant tale of life’s final curtain call. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Margaret Pole was the daughter of the heir apparent. She fell from grace as the child of a traitor, but regained favor under King Henry VIII. As she fights to secure a future for her children, she must navigate the King’s unpredictable nature and dangerous suspicions. Can the last of the York dynasty survive his rule, or will her royal blood prove too great a risk? 4.4 stars, 500+ ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Asylum worker James Grey has always lived in a world of routine and forgotten days at Oculus Mentis, a remote and desolate institution. But when eerie visions, lucid dreams, and a haunting drawing begin to unravel his reality, he fears his mind is slipping away. With the help of the enigmatic Silas and the silent Marianne, James embarks on a desperate quest to uncover the truth behind the mysteries that torment him. From $4.16 - SHOP NOW / 

Born a Plantagenet princess, Elizabeth of York became the first Tudor queen, shaping the course of English history. As the daughter of King Edward IV, her future seemed secure—until his death plunged her life into turmoil. Forced to choose between loyalty to her uncle, King Richard III, and a betrothal to her family's enemy, Henry Tudor, fate ultimately decided for her at the Battle of Bosworth. But did Elizabeth find happiness in her marriage to Henry VII, and did she ever learn the fate of her missing brothers, the lost Princes in the Tower? 4.3 stars, 2100+ ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Sara Wolfe, a sharp-witted yet self-destructive young professor, risks her career when she falls into a dangerous entanglement with a student who also happens to be a rock star. As she masks her struggles with an eating disorder, reckless flirtations, and an ever-present glass of pinot noir, her life spirals further into chaos. With well-intentioned but equally flawed friends attempting to save her, Sara must confront the buried trauma that fuels her self-sabotage before she loses everything. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

Bob Carson has been given the gift, or perhaps the curse, of living his long life two ways—both from birth to death and from death to birth. With insight and humor, Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart explores how we navigate life, the choices we make, and whether our lives would be objectively better if we could change what has happened. 5.0 stars, 22 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Elliott, a lovable and insightful dog, has already helped rescue Paul and Adriana’s romance, but now he faces his biggest challenge yet ensuring their wedding goes off without a hitch. Adman Jamie has a secret plan to turn Elliott’s comeback TV commercial into a Valentine’s Day sensation—and then transform the real wedding into a televised spectacle, complete with Elliott as Best Dog. But with skeptical in-laws, a traditional priest, celebrity pets, and a reluctant bride and groom, Elliott must work his canine charm to see if love and the wedding can truly prevail. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Short, sweet, whimsical, and poignant, this slim collection can be read in half an hour. It presents love at various stages of life, from youth to old age. Perfect for Valentine's Day! “This book is one that does the heart good.” -Amazon Review. 4.0 stars, 88 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /