Today's Featured Books

"Tender perspectives helping readers with their own goodbyes." ~Midwest Book Review. A collection of true stories about saying goodbye to the people, places, and things in our lives. Taken together, the stories serve as amazing examples of people saying heartfelt goodbyes with grace, dignity, and good humor. "The stories are about love, really, not sadness." ~Gretchen Little, Squidoo.com. 4.1 stars, 44 ratings. From $1.79 SHOP NOW /

New release: A Satirical Perspective on the Rise of a Narcissistic President. Before the red hats, there was “Little Donny.” In this book, Robert Ragnar dissects the traumas, culture, and psychology that shaped Trump into “The Donald.” With his trademark focus on the intersections of culture, religion, technology, and politics, Ragnar reveals how America manufactured its most notorious narcissist—and what it means for the future. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of Ekta R. Garg, author of critically acclaimed books that focus on fairy tales, fantasy, and folklore:

• The Witch's Apprentice and Other Stories - New release, 4.6 stars, 9 ratings
• In the Heart of the Linden Wood - 4.4 stars, 44 ratings
• The Truth About Elves - 4.7 stars, 86 ratings

"Garg draws inspiration from fairy tales and classic fantasy, while simultaneously infusing her stories with a contemporary emotional depth that is both timeless and refreshingly original." ~Feathered Quill

Bonus: Get signed copies of each directly from the author: EktaGarg.com

The Witch's Apprentice and Other Stories

Rediscover the wit, heart, and magic of the classics as you've never seen them before.

Have you ever wondered why Jack and Jill needed that pail of water? Or how Sleeping Beauty managed to prick her finger despite a royal order to destroy every spindle in the kingdom?

Fairy tales and nursery rhymes have given us some of the most iconic characters and images in storytelling; think Cinderella's glass slipper or Jack's oversized beanstalk. But what about the in-between moments? The ones that never made it to the page?

In this enchanting micro-collection of short stories, award-winning author Ekta R. Garg explores the untold scenes between the lines of some of our most loved tales. Find out what the Wicked Witch of the East was doing in the road before Dorothy's house fell on her. Learn where Goldilocks came from. Meet the conmen who convinced the emperor he had new clothes and more.

Praise for The Witch's Apprentice and Other Stories

"An imaginative, thought-provoking compilation." ~Kirkus Review

"The unexpected twists in these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to uncover what happens next." ~Reedsy Discovery

"Reinvents well-known stories with enchantment, wit, and deep emotional understanding." ~Feathered Quill

In the Heart of the Linden Wood

How do you overcome a broken heart?

For generations, the magic trees have supported the kingdom of Linden. The wood is prized in kingdoms everywhere for its special properties. It’s one of the few good things King Christopher inherited from his late father, the evil King Vincent.

Vincent also gifted Christopher a lack of confidence. The only person who believes in Christopher is his wife, Queen Lily. When he loses her and their only child, Christopher’s grief threatens to undo him. 

Then word comes that the trees are dying.

Despite the urge to hide in the castle forever, Christopher meets the mysterious Keeper of the Wood to find out what’s killing the trees. The answer demands he go on a quest with old friends and new allies. Along the way, they’ll try to save hostages and mend another broken heart by putting it back together piece by piece.

Through it all, Christopher will fight to conquer his doubt and prove to his people, the memory of Lily, and himself that he deserves the crown.

Praise for In the Heart of the Linden Wood

"Under the veneer of kings, struggles, and magic lays an attention to emotional details that make In the Heart of the Linden Wood as much a psychological draw as an adventure story." ~Midwest Book Review

"An often moving fantasy novel about emotional pain and a quest for personal and natural healing." ~Kirkus Reviews

"A poignant tale of overcoming emotional turmoil." ~Readers' Favorite

Winner, Best Cover, 2024 Kindle Book Awards

The Truth About Elves

Next Generation Indie Book Award Winner

As a bartender in Las Vegas, Curtis seems to have the dream life. He’s single, lives close to the Strip, and only has to worry about when to pick up the next extra shift. No one knows the truth about what happened ten years ago, and no one knows how he spends three months every year: as a part-time elf for Santa Claus.

When Curtis went to the Arctic Circle the first time, he thought he could escape the unthinkable. Now, the anniversary of the worst day of his life is coming up, and he’s been asked to do the unbelievable. If Curtis wasn’t a man of his word, he would turn his back on the whole thing. But Mr. C. took Curtis in when he had nowhere else to go, and now the boss is calling in a favor—the kind that will make Curtis face the memory of the unimaginable.

If you’ve ever wondered whether holiday magic is real, come find out. Embrace the season and the power of forgiveness along with Curtis as he discovers The Truth About Elves.

Praise for The Truth About Elves

"Beautiful, surprising, moving, funny, and full of heart." ~Judges, Best Novella, Next Generation Indie Book Awards

"Should be in any collection seeking to represent a piece of the Christmas spirit." ~Midwest Book Review

"I loved this magical tale of healing." ~Shrabastee Chakraborty for Readers' Favorite

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Free online: NYC Library Book Club. Each month, the Mulberry Street Branch of the New York City Library hosts a book discussion. Booklovers can participate in person or online. This month, the club will be discussing The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about two boy geniuses dreaming up superheroes in New York’s Golden Age of comics. Monday, October 6, 6-7 p.m. ET.

"There is no force more powerful than that of an unbridled imagination." ~Michael Chabon

What’s it like to grow up above a funeral home? In Two Floors Above Grief, Kevin O’Connor shares a rare childhood filled with laughter upstairs and grieving families downstairs. Through family letters and poignant memories, this memoir shows how resilience, humor, and love thrive even in the shadow of loss. A captivating, unforgettable story that proves grief and joy always walk hand in hand—perfect for readers who love family stories, heartfelt memoirs, and discovering joy in unexpected places. FREE - SHOP NOW /

For nearly fifty years, America's working and middle classes have been under relentless attack. Wages have stagnated, inequality has soared, and the vast majority now lives paycheck to paycheck while trillions of dollars flow upward into the pockets of the wealthiest few. "Class War, Then and Now" is both a searing indictment of this social order and an impassioned call to arms for a new left rooted in class struggle, solidarity, and socialist values. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /

Saint Michael’s Military Academy is a private school that needs a miracle. It has lost an unfair lawsuit and may no longer be able to continue operating. A reason for hope arrives in the form of a very unlikely individual. A defiant young man is forced by his wealthy family to attend the academy. Paul Wildman needs the military academy to be in good graces with his family. The academy needs this financial help. The two forge a very unlikely relationship. The interactions are usually humorous and often enlightening. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /

In 19th-century New Jersey, a cold, cruel beast of a man plots an arranged marriage for his son, but the boy’s relationship with a mysterious foreign girl threatens everything. FREE - SHOP NOW /

New release: The era of spiritual silence is over. The era of spiritual healing is now. This book is a call to action. Learn how to reclaim your spiritual authority, find your voice, and join with others in proclaiming goodness and justice for all. There has never been a better time to begin than right now. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

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Free online: Cheat Codes! Join for an evening of storytelling and book chats. Cheat Codes! The Empowerment Manual for the Wife is a self-help guide for women navigating the complexities of marriage. October 4, 8 p.m. CDT.

“A friend may be waiting behind a stranger’s face.” ~Maya Angelou, Letter to My Daughter

“A tale that Walt Disney himself would embrace if he were still with us.” ~Jerry Rees, Imagineer & Film Director. What happens when a lonely blind girl is unaware that her storytelling new best friend is a hairy sideshow performer? Fantastic adventure, of course! “A mix of whimsy and warmth, with surprising emotional depth.” ~Abegail L, Librarian. 5.0 stars, 13 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

"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 /

"St. Patrick Catholic Church in NW Portland, Oregon, is the scene of an epic stand-off in this literary thriller." ~Two Pirates Press. The standoff takes place in the confessional between Father Luke Scott and retired newspaper reporter Chuck Grayson, who believes Scott killed his father. Veiled threats of gun violence heighten the tension. Will the sanctity of the Church hold, or will the confessional be the scene of a bloody reckoning? 4.7 stars, 30 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Blood Born tells the story of an everyday, down-on-his-luck man who encounters a vampire by chance (or so he thinks), and is offered the opportunity to start a whole new life. With unlimited resources, new powers, and a new home, what could go wrong? Blood Born is a new spin on vampires that will have you on edge from start to finish. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

"Put Finding Real Yoga by Daren Black at the top of your reading list.” ~Tammy Ruggles for Reader Views. Would you like to experience life improvement? Isn't it time to increase your own spiritual self-help? Winner! Literary Excellence Best Book Award, Pencraft Awards, Summer 2025, in Nonfiction, Biography! 5 Star Awards for Finding Real Yoga from: Literary Global, Reader Views, Reader's Favorite, & Literary Titan. "If you’re into healing, growth, or just looking for something real and inspiring, this one’s worth the read." ~Sneha. From $9.99 - SHOP NOW /

New release: She sees people’s emotions in color—except for the one man she is determined to dislike. After a fall from her horse, Elizabeth Bennet wakes to an altered world—one where her mind translates emotion into color, painting those around her in vivid ‘aires’ born of breath, pulse, and movement. She reads truth in every shade, sees affection, envy, fear—until she meets Fitzwilliam Darcy. He has no aire. No color. He is a void. Against her will, she is immediately drawn in. A Pride and Prejudice variation. From $6.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Messages, Signs, and Predictions From The Spiritual World. This captivating book offers a unique perspective on the afterlife and provides valuable insights into how to identify signs from departed loved ones. Macy delves into the mysteries of our world and what lies beyond. If you are interested in spirituality, faith, and the healing power they offer, this book is a must-read.  4.1 stars, 55 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

A journey of fathers and sons. In this honest, unflinching, and tender memoir, a middle-age father embarks on the road trip he wished he’d taken as a young man. Recently divorced and uncertain of the future, he rereads Jack Kerouac’s On the Road and hits the highway with his two sons and his best friend to rekindle his spirit. A family secret turns the journey into an examination of his role as a father as he searches for contentment and clarity, and celebrates the struggles and triumphs of being a dad. 4.2 stars, 46 ratings. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on a new release from author Mollie Rushmeyer and Baker Publishing Group: 

The Rules of Falling for You
A Regency-Infused Contemporary Rom-Com
with the Brother's Best Friend Trope

Bonus: Get a 30% discount on books purchased directly from the publisher.

The Rules of Falling for You by Mollie Rushmeyer

Genres: Fiction / Romance
4.1 stars, 34 ratings on Amazon.com
Paperback: From $18.99 $13.30 direct from the publisher 
Ebook: From $12.99

She thought she knew the rules of love. Turns out, love makes its own.

The perfect match can't be far—certainly not at a Regency-themed singles' retreat—or so podcaster Zoe Dufour believes. After years of creating content for her relationship podcast inspired by Regency etiquette and era-appropriate rules for romance, she knows her listeners have anticipated this retreat. But she also attends with expectations of her own: finding the ideal modern-day gentleman who can meet every one of the nonnegotiables on her checklist.

Harrison Lundquist, Zoe's podcast producer and best friend's brother, reluctantly agrees to tag along on the retreat to capture footage while seeking a career-advancing promotion. He views the retreat as ridiculous. And Zoe's methods for finding her real-life Mr. Darcy? Downright absurd! But as he films her whirlwind dates, his growing feelings for her are sidelined by suitors vying for her attention. When Zoe realizes her checklist for the man of her dreams might be holding her back, she must decide if she's willing to rewrite her rules and take a chance on the person who has been there all along.

This clean and wholesome romance presents a Regency-infused spin on a contemporary rom-com with the grumpy/sunshine, he falls first, and best friend's brother tropes. Readers of Melissa Ferguson, Pepper Basham, and Julie Klassen will find this read delightful.

Praise for The Rules of Falling for You
"The writing is smart and sassy with humor and touching moments sure to please lovers of rom-coms, Regency romance, or Jane Austen period dramas." ~Julie Klassen, bestselling author of the On Devonshire Shores series

"If you love Jane Austen & Austenland, this is a must read!" ~Melissa's Bookshelf

"Lots of Regency references, forced proximity, and the romance was oh so sweet." ~Goodreads Review

"A delightful Christian rom-com with a Jane Austen twist." ~Amazon Review

About the Author
Mollie Rushmeyer writes whimsical romance with heart and humor. Her debut novel, The Bookshop of Secrets, was a finalist for a 2023 Carol Award.

Mollie has a deep and abiding love for all things British, bookish, and filled with history and mystery. A modern girl herself—she wouldn’t want to go a day without modern plumbing and central air!—she’s always felt a special connection to the past and anything with a happily-ever-after. Learn more at molliejrushmeyer.com, where you can also sign up for her newsletter and receive a FREE copy of her rom-com short story, "Love or Dare." And don't forget to follow Mollie online! 
 

          

About the Publisher
Baker Publishing Group publishes high-quality writings that represent historic Christianity and serve the diverse interests and concerns of evangelical readers. Learn more at BakerPublishingGroup.com, and be sure to follow them online:
 

    

Free online: Strong Women, Strange Worlds. Join for a tasting menu of science fiction, fantasy, and horror stories featuring six authors who will each have eight minutes to tempt and tantalizing you with their reading. Friday, October 3, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CDT.

“I would always rather be happy than dignified.” ~Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre

New release: 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. 4.8 stars, 9 ratings. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /

New release: How a began-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 /

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 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. 4.3 stars. 10 ratings. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW /

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. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /