Today's Featured Books

Free online: Artful Dodgers Poetry Saturday. Join online or in person for a poetry open mic at the new Brooklyn Heights Public Library. Saturday, May 17, 1 PM CDT. 

"The most important thing in life is to stop saying 'I wish' and start saying 'I will.'" ~Charles Dickens

"A page-turner with a timeless, illuminating message." ~Barnes & Noble Review. A book that brings a fresh perspective to the story of Yeshua the Nazarene through the voices of women he helped, healed, and drew into his circle. "A compelling story that will speak to your heart." ~Goodreads Review. Religious Historical Fiction. 4.6 stars,12 ratings. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

War of Destiny Book 1. Julia is the daughter of a wealthy family in 16th-century London. She falls in love with Adam, a servant’s son, but is forced into an arranged marriage with a cruel husband. When tragedy strikes, a stranger offers Julia a deal that could forever alter her destiny. There’s only one catch: she has to join the Vampire Resistance to fight the King. Readers' Favorite Honorable Mention, Paranormal Romance. 4.5 stars, 100+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Marfa, TX - 1968: Vera DeSoto runs a cafe and seems to collect strays—lost people looking for second chances. A 14-year-old girl, two hippie boys, and a scared young artist find their way into her life and suddenly, she’s joining them in a search for buried treasure. Drugs, outlaws, and a little magic in the Texas desert...this book has it all. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

A talking cat, a boy genius, missing people, and an untrained Intern for Death. What could possibly go wrong? There’s no way Death offered me a job. I’m a musician that makes her living as a waitress, with absolutely no training in the supernatural world. This is all a very bad dream. But Bob has been kidnapped, and I can’t possibly lose the only friend I have. Bob, you’d better be alive. Because if I just gave my soul to Death for nothing, I will personally kill you. 4.4 stars, 456 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

The Newborn Initiative took effect fifteen years ago. Its goal: control the population by replacing the “Oldborns” with genetically modified versions within a hundred years. Daniel is an insurgent. By his hands, the enemies of humanity meet their end in the dark, Appalachian hills. A decade ago, they took his wife. He smuggles his young daughter, Maggie, into the underground. Now he must reckon with the bitter choices of his past while fighting an increasingly lethal enemy. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Free online: Strong Women, Strange Worlds. Join for a tasting menu of science fiction, fantasy, and horror stories from six authors who will each have 8 minutes to tempt and tantalizing you with their reading. Thursday, May 15, 6 PM CDT. 

“I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” ~Louisa May Alcott, Little Women

A genetically engineered child with no memory of her past. A killer with dreams of destruction. And the fate of a city hanging in the balance. Two genetically engineered children are entwined in a killer’s deadly game in a gripping techno-thriller that combines pulse-pounding suspense, cutting-edge science, and complex morality in a tale of love and loss, destruction, rebirth, and the unending conflict between good and evil. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

When spirited spinster Grace Skye pens a furious letter to the Duke who’s taken her ancestral home, she never expects it to spark danger—or attraction. Enter Gabriel Stone, the duke’s maddeningly handsome steward, whose secrets run as deep as Grace’s determination. As mysterious disappearances plague the estate, Grace must play detective while trying not to lose her heart. Caught between propriety and passion, truth and temptation, Grace must choose: solve the mystery and protect those she loves, or risk everything for a man she can’t trust. 4.4 stars, 200+ ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

The story of an unexpected friendship between Marta, a young girl, and Nicolas, a small but brave frog, amidst the wonders and adventures of Saint Martville, a lively frog city. Saint Martville, founded by the visionary Don Corleone Tlaloc, is a thriving city, known especially for its grand annual Spring Equinox Ball. As the neighboring human city expands, Pierre, father to Nicolas and advisor to Don Corleone, embarks on a risky endeavor to protect the frog city. From $1.29. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Looking for a couple of fun reads for FREE? The Pharaoh's Cat Novels from author Maria Luisa Lang fit the bill...two works of humorous historical fantasy/fiction that are currently available as free downloads!

• The Pharaoh's Cat, Book 1 in 4.4 stars, 255 ratings
• The Eye of Nefertiti, 4.3 stars, 152 ratings

"A wealth of rich history here, brought to life by a talented storyteller." ~Don Sloan, justfreeandbargainbooks

The Pharaoh's Cat

Suddenly talking and walking upright, a stray tomcat in ancient Egypt becomes the young Pharaoh's intimate and, when accused of his murder, time travels to New York City and learns how to raise Pharoah from the dead.

The cat is a quick-witted, wisecracking narrator as well as a free-spirited, ever-curious protagonist, and the story he tells is an exotic, imaginative, spell-binding tragicomedy. The novel interweaves feline and human, past and present, natural and supernatural. It contains numerous surprises, twists and turns, intriguing characters, both human and animal, fascinating revelations about ancient Egyptian history and culture.

Praise for The Pharaoh's Cat
"Witty, clever and easy to read." ~Susan Barton, eBook Review Gal

"A fun book and a new take on historical fiction." ~Teresa A.Wilson, terriluvsbooks

"Great for long-time fans of cats or for readers looking for a good and fun read." ~Joss Radillo, Koko's Book Blog

The Eye of Nefertiti

Now a New Yorker, the Pharaoh’s cat travels back in time to free Egypt’s legendary Queen Nefertiti from a horrific curse, discovering firsthand why her mummy has never been found and her famous bust is missing one eye.

Added to all this is an ingenious use of the Tarot and Italian opera, making for a fabulous story that will transport readers to different locations in the past and present.

Praise for The Eye of Nefertiti
"Well-written historical fiction." ~Wendy Scott, Multi-Award Winning Author

"Highly recommended." ~Charity Rowell-Stansbury, On My Kindle Book Reviews

"Oozes with charm...a nice blend of everything from mystery, adventure, and even a touch of romance." ~Socrates Book Review

Free online: Pen Parentis Salon, an open discussion about writing while parenting and the creative practice of our featured authors Susanna Sonnenberg, Sonja Curry-Johnson, Miranda Schmidt, and Annie Wenstrup. Tuesday, May 13, 6 PM CDT.

“Don’t worry that children never listen to you: worry that they are always watching you.” ~Robert Fulghum

Darryl ‘Jack’ Daniels is a carefree Aussie larrikin who will do whatever it takes to support his family. But when a corrupt police officer steals them away from him, Jack is forced to embark on a journey that will test his resolve to the limit. An ambitious young police officer offers him a deal: help her remove the corruption from her police force, and she’ll help him get justice. What begins as a desperate bid for retribution ignites a firestorm of chaos, culminating in a day of reckoning that will turn the outback a deeper shade of red. From $5.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Eight months after the showdown with the domestic terrorist group that nearly cost him his life, Danny Coogan, a Montana Fish and Game Officer, faces a new threat to his community—and his career. It starts with a dead steer. Which happens to be near the body of a dead rancher. Both of which are on the Dead Horse Indian Reservation. Book 2 of the Frontier Series. 4.6 stars, 863 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Their story began the night she killed him. After Hannah hits and kills a man with her car, his body and blood vanish without a trace. Desperate to prove she isn’t insane, she searches until she finds him—alive and unharmed. She’s stunned to learn he’s part of an ancient race of immortals. But so is his deranged sister, and she murders every person who learns his secret. And though Hannah is as tough and resourceful as they come, how can she hope to stop a psychopath who cannot die? 4.3 stars, 968 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

New release: 1933. Chicago World’s Fair. Countless Mysterious Deaths. When Harrison and One-Arm Nettles set out to investigate a missing woman, they have no idea they’ll stumble upon a conspiracy that could shake Mussolini’s regime. Hidden tunnels and restless ghosts point the way—but can Davenport and Nettles decode the clues before it’s too late? Packed with suspense, historical intrigue, and high-stakes adventure. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

A detective vs serial killer murder mystery thriller. In a gripping tale of obsession and revenge, former detective Jill Jacobs must confront her darkest nightmare: the Makeup Artist, a twisted serial killer whose gruesome crimes and fixation on Jill nearly destroyed her. Can Jill find the strength to face the sadistic murderer who shattered her world and thirsts to do it again? Or will this deadly dance of obsession claim more innocent lives, including her own? 4.6 stars, 1100+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Never before has the boundary between hatred and passion been drawn so precariously thin.  Modern Texas is not just cowboy hats and cozy ranches, but also criminal deals, drug trafficking, and brutal showdowns. John, a battle-hardened veteran known simply as "The Wild," returns to his homeland seeking solace, only to find himself thrust into a different kind of warfare: a desperate struggle against destitution. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

New Release: Betsy Daniels, suffering from end-stage scleroderma, miraculously improves. Not only are her kidneys healing; she’s getting stronger and healthier. Dr. Regina Thomas doesn't understand, but someone else does...a hired killer has tracked a prototype panacea to Clearwater, FL, and he’s closing in. Biotech genius Friedrich Gersch is also following the clues. Whoever finds Betsy first will hold the key to the greatest medical discovery in human history—or its greatest threat. From $4.99. PRE-ORDER NOW / 

New release: It started with a blizzard. One wrong turn. One crash into the icy dark. I wake up in a secluded mountain lodge surrounded by three men I don’t recognize. They say I’m safe here, but I don’t know who they are or why they look at me like they’ve known me forever. A sexy, stand-alone curvy girl reverse harem romance filled with humor, danger, and generous amounts of love. HEA guaranteed. $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Learn how to fake your own death, setup a hospital night club, dress as the grim reaper and many more crazy ideas you can do to kill time at the hospital. A funny mental survival guide for every patient from an author who survived a six-month hospital stay. From $2.00 - SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on The Art of Going Green by JJ Millen, a guide on how to care for the environment and choose sustainable living in 10 eco-friendly steps. Read on to learn more!

★★★★★ "Great for tips on getting started going green.” ~Amazon Review

The Art of Going Green

Genres: Nonfiction
4.2 stars, 9 ratings
Price: $5.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)

Simple Tips for Sustainable Living and Eco-Friendly Habits

We’re taking more from the Earth than we’re giving back, and the effects are undeniable. From extreme weather to environmental degradation, the impact is here. If you care about this, where do you even begin? How do you make a difference on such a huge scale? Yes, climate change can feel overwhelming. But does that mean there’s no use in trying? Absolutely not.

One of the biggest misconceptions about eco-friendly living is that it’s too hard, ineffective, or expensive. The Art of Going Green cuts through the noise with easy, actionable tips you can apply every day. From green cleaning to minimalist wardrobes, eco travel to simple recipes, reusable to renewable—you’ll discover budget-friendly methods that might surprise you. Along the way, you’ll reduce stress on both your life and the planet. Plus, you’ll enjoy perks like saving money and living a healthier lifestyle.

In this practical guide to green living, you’ll discover:

• Easy ways to reduce waste at home
• How to create an affordable minimalist wardrobe
• Eco cleaning hacks using natural ingredients
• Sustainable travel tips for conscious adventurers
• Delicious, simple plant-based recipes
• Smart swaps to embrace reusable products over disposable ones

Discover how rewarding and even addictive green living can be, with benefits you may not even know existed. The Art of Going Green is for everyone ready to take steps toward a better future for the planet. Your planet.

Bonus chapter included to help you kickstart your green journey today.

★★★★★ "Perfect for beginners...an inspiring resource for anyone looking to live more sustainably." ~Amazon UK Review

★★★★★ "An inspiring read for anyone ready to contribute to a healthier planet." ~Amazon US Review

★★★★★ "Full of great tips for a greener life." ~Amazon Netherlands Review

About the Author

JJ Millen is a video editor, writer, and musician with an extensive background in multimedia. Over the years, he has worked on various projects, including app development, songwriting, photography, blogs and articles, a successful magic-learning YouTube channel, and numerous video projects. As a Star Wars and Tolkien fan, sci-fi and fantasy are a constant inspiration to him.

He lives in rural Sweden together with his wife, dog, and two cats. Despite managing chronic illness, as a vegan and eco-conscious couple, they do their best to live as green as they can. Learn more at jjmillen.media, and be sure to follow him online: 
 

    

Free online: Virtual Mother's Day Celebrations. Sunday is Mother's Day, and this list suggests 12 ways to celebrate Mother's Day across the miles. 

"Behind all your stories is your mother's story, for hers is where yours begins." ~Mitch Albom

Jenna Reed, a former FBI profiler turned renowned psychic, has seen it all. But this crime defies logic. These aren’t just murders. It’s a grim performance, with every victim a piece of a message. To stop the killer, Jenna must uncover what links the victims and why he robs them of their feminine essence. The clock is ticking. The answer is near—and deadly. Can Jenna outsmart a predator who’s always one step ahead? Or will she become the final line in his bloody manifesto? From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Six wallflowers. Six mysteries. Six unexpected romances. When scandals emerge, these overlooked ladies must uncover secrets, mend reputations, and follow their hearts—all while finding love where they least expect it. Charming, heartfelt, and filled with light intrigue, this is a clean Regency romance collection where secrets are unraveled, hearts are mended, and wallflowers find their perfect match. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /