Today's Featured Books

Free online: Chills & Thrills in The Back Room

Events

Free online this weekend: Chills & Thrills at The Back Room. Join authors Lou Berney, Kristen L. Berry, Kelly Mustian, and Chevy Stevens as they read from and discuss their critically acclaimed mystery and thriller novels. Sunday, October 28, 2025. 

“We reveal more of ourselves in the lies we tell than we do when we try to tell the truth.” ~Donna Tartt, The Secret History


Born to be (Unconsciously) Biased by Fabi Fugazza

Book of the Day

Uncover the hidden forces shaping your decisions. Born to Be (Unconsciously) Biased reveals how unconscious bias undermines “merit” and impacts outcomes — and gives you powerful, practical tools to stop it. Fabi Fugazza’s expert insights will help you make fairer, smarter, more effective choices that drive real results. A must-read for leaders who want to transform decision making. From $19.95. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


Random curiosities: The sh*t I think about! by Ross Scafidas

General Nonfiction

Random Curiosities: The Sh*t I Think About! is a hilarious, thought-provoking dive into the human condition. From evolution to ego, Elon Musk to meaning, Ross Scafidas dissects modern life with razor-sharp wit and brutal honesty. Blending philosophy, science, and humour, he explores why we think the way we do — and why we often don’t think at all. Part Bill Bryson, part Ricky Gervais, this book will make you laugh, question everything, and maybe even understand yourself a little better. Smart, funny, and slightly unhinged — just like humanity. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  


Captain Polo and the Halloween Party by Alan J. Hesse

Children and Young Adult

A spooky‑fun Halloween story with a big heart: laugh, gasp…and learn to reuse!

Captain Polo (and his friend Penguin) get a mysterious invitation to the haunted mansion on the hill. Costumes are required—but do you really need to buy new ones? Join this hilarious adventure where clever reuse beats waste, and being resourceful saves the night.
Praise: “a fun story with some amazing illustrations that help bring it to life...educational, teaching children the importance of reusing old things.” — Readers’ Favorite From $2.99 – SHOP NOW / 


The MACH-10 PM by Jason M. Riggs

General Nonfiction

The MACH-10 PM: AI-Powered Product Management at Hypersonic Speed shows how to fuse human insight with artificial intelligence to build smarter products, faster. Written by former GoPro and Qualcomm executive Jason Riggs, this Amazon #1 New Release gives product leaders practical tools, frameworks, and AI workflows to out-leverage—not out-work—the competition. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


Earth Alone (Earthrise Book 1) by Daniel Arenson

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Childhood friends Marco and Addy survive a devastating alien invasion. Their mothers do not. Billions do not. Marco and Addy grow up among the ruins, struggling to survive the daily alien assaults. When they're old enough, they join the resistance. They vow to fight back.
They're not the only ones. Heroes gather. Earth's ragtag army flies out to fight. Together, we must beat back the aliens. We must claim our territory among the stars. Earth must rise — or humanity will fall. FREE – SHOP NOW / 


The Regression Strain by Kevin Hwang

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

"A propulsive medical thriller" ~USA Today Bestselling Author Kristen Bird. On a cruise ship sailing across the Atlantic, Dr. Peter Palma expects to treat passengers for minor ailments. But when a vile affliction pits loved ones against each other and with the morgue overflowing, Peter must fight his delirium to neutralize the threat. Gold Medal winner in 2025 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Contest, General Thriller category From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


The Devil We Used To Know by V.P. Morris

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

When Jayden’s wife vanishes, his dark past resurfaces. With a relentless reporter at his side, he’s pulled into a maze of secrets, high school rivalries, and a lurking demon that knows him too well. Can he find Stella before the darkness consumes them both? From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


We Burn Our Dead by Ted Laughton

Science Fiction and Fantasy

"A thrilling, contemplative, and blood-soaked musing on the choices that haunt us—and the ones that set us free." — Kirkus Reviews
They are a grim brotherhood, a company of ruthless sellswords. And they are being hunted.
Facing an enemy unlike any fought before, Sturmund must struggle to unite his band of killers against a horror that threatens to shatter their very will to survive.
A grimdark tale of loyalties forged in blood and strengthened in sacrifice. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


How to Survive in Prison by Andrew Kudin

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

Step into a world harsher than fiction. Behind prison walls, corruption and violence dominate, and each day is a relentless fight for survival. This true story exposes the cruelty of invisible systems—and the unbreakable will that keeps the human spirit alive against all odds From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 


She Belongs In My World by Karen Kay

Romance

"Daringly dangerous!" ~Amazon Review. Liliann has loved First Rider since he saved her father's life. But he married his childhood sweetheart, and Lilann faded into the background. When First Rider's wife is kidnapped and dies, he is grief-stricken until he is called upon to heal Liliann. Could this be their second chance at love? But then a whisper arises: his first wife might still be alive. Join First Rider and Liliann as they journey into the Rocky Mountains to discover the truth. 4.5 stars, 80 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Claimed by the Boss by Natasha L. Black

Romance

New release: Falling for your new boss is a bad idea. Getting pregnant by him? Even worse. Especially when he runs the Bratva. I thought he was a businessman. Turns out, he’s the one they whisper about. I tried to keep my secret safe. When Damien learns the truth, he takes control. No one touches what belongs to him. Not his empire. Not his woman. And definitely not his child. $0.99 - SHOP NOW /


Last call: Library of America Giveaway!

Giveaways

Last call for the LitNuts Library of America Giveaway! The winner will be able to choose The Rachel Carson Collection, The Joan Didion Collection, or a $75 Amazon.com Gift Card. Deadline for entry is 11:59 PM CDT, October 27, 2025. 

“In nature nothing exists alone.” ~Rachel Carson


Caribbean Kisses by Laurie Boulden

Book of the Day

Widowed for five years, Eve thinks adventure is behind her. But when her daughter invites her on a cruise, basking in the sun on a ship in the Caribbean sounds like a dream. Meeting Nick makes it even better. But Nick isn't who Eve thinks he is, and Nick knows this can't end well. Can Nick and Eve get past the lies, or will their Caribbean kisses remain a fading memory? Cruising into Romance Book 1. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


The Dance of the Blacksmith by Paul Wilson

Science Fiction and Fantasy

A Fantasy Action Romance. In a world of monsters and death, caterans keep the monsters and humans apart. Two caterans find an orphan whose parents were killed by monsters, The boy is destined to become a legendary and formidable cateran, but for now, he is placed in the care of a blacksmith. When the blacksmith is killed in front of him, the boy is saved by a young woman who is also destined to become a legendary cateran. Thus begins a dance that will last their whole lives. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Echo from a Bayou by J. Luke Bennecke

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

One Man's Journey to Hunt Down His Murderer. A high-concept suspense thriller with a supernatural twist. After a freak skiing accident puts him in a coma, John Bastian awakens with memories of a past life as Jack Bachman. Unshakable visions of treasure, a violent axe attack, and a vibrant red-headed woman consume his thoughts, propelling him toward a dangerous future that feels as inevitable as his past. 4.1 stars, 100+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


The Luck of Han'anga by Thomas Watson

Science Fiction and Fantasy

An age of peaceful exploration has ended. With the discovery of the Leyra’an, the old dream of meeting an intelligent, nonhuman species has finally come true. But the dream becomes a disturbing enigma when the Leyra'an prove to be like us to a degree that cannot be explained by chance alone. The search for an answer to this mystery will reveal a universe stranger and more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. Book 1 in a series. 4.3 stars, 367 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /


Tachyon Tunnel 3 by Michael Gorton

Science Fiction and Fantasy

With 9 Literary Awards, the #1 bestselling Tachyon Tunnel series reaches a stunning new frontier of science, blending real physics, romance, breathtaking adventure, & epic human destiny. The science uncovers longevity, AI cybernetics, and interstellar travel in a human drama like no other. This is Gorton's best book yet! From $0.99 – SHOP NOW /


Imperial Deserter By Andrew Moriarty

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Kill a man and you're a murderer. Kill a million and you're a statesman. Dirk should have killed more people. Dirriken Friedel used his aristocratic connections to rescue his troops. He didn't plan on starting a war or killing them himself. Now he spends his days in jail, waiting for an assassin sent by his dead officers families to end his misery. When he's broken out by off-duty marines he has a chance to start over, if he's worthy. 4.5 stars, 2600+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


Free online: Hemingway at the JFK

Events

Free online: Exploring Hemingway at the JFK. Join for a virtual exploration of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum's special website, Hemingway at the JFK. Designed as a "living website," the Hemingway at the JFK project offers an exploration of Ernest Hemingway's life, works, and legacy. Wednesday, October 23, 6 PM EDT. 

“The way to make people trustworthy is to trust them.” ~Ernest Hemingway


UFO: Chronicle of an Imminent Disclosure by Sebastien Valiela

Book of the Day

The UFO phenomenon spans decades, with credible accounts from military, pilots, and intel agents. From the 1933 Italian crash to recent U.S. disclosures, it's a web of state secrets and manipulations. With a new Congressional task force declassifying UFO files, public pressure for the truth is coming to a peak. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /


FREE - A Sweet Scheme by Sasha Preston

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

Get ready for a thrilling ride in this funny female-led crime caper. When a rival company launches a smear campaign against Martha and Nayeli's business, they concoct a daring plan to infiltrate their competitor. But the fight may not be so easyand to make matters worse, Martha is drawn to a mysterious and attractive man at the center of it all. "A delightful story that celebrates the bonds of friendship, the thrill of adventure, and the sweetness of shared moments.” ~Readers’ Favorite. FREE - SHOP NOW /


The Pumpkin King's Bride by Rae Lori

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Enter a world where autumn never dies. In a village haunted by the terrifying legend of the Pumpkin King, Anna Everglen grapples with the heavy burden of grief and solitude. Desperate to end her suffering, she bravely steps forward to confront the dreaded monarch of the shadowy forest. But the castle of eternal autumn holds more than just fallen leaves and glowing pumpkins. $1.99 - SHOP NOW /


Potion Voyages by Jeremy Dwyer

Science Fiction and Fantasy

A ninja rolls enchanted dice to cast song spells and find fabulous fortunes. The random relics also summon dragons and curses. Listen to the music of Potion Voyages on SoundCloud to experience the magic. $1.99 - SHOP NOW /


Daughters of Absence, Mindy Weisel, editor

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

"A powerful, life-affirming read." ~Midwest Book Review. In this collection of twelve essays, female authors, poets, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and others share their experiences as daughters of Holocaust survivors, as well as accounts of the Holocaust from their parents. Despite being daughters of "survivors," the contributors have thrived in ways that combine compassion with courage, and success with celebration. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /