Today's Featured Books

New Release: An Epic Military Sci-fi/Space Opera Adventure. Book 1 of the Renegades of the Void Series. Firefly meets Battlestar Galactica! One ship. A crew of misfits. An empire that wants them vaporized. What could go wrong? A blistering space opera packed with epic battles, fast talk, and faster trigger fingers. Perfect for fans of underdog heroes who shoot first, swear second, and launch nukes third. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Whimsical forces, unleashed by an impetuous yet loyal dog named Peacemaker, drag Malcolm and Eve away from Earth and into In-Between Land, where the Earthlings learn that the future of all worlds within the continuum depends on their ability to defeat the demonic evil that has invaded In-Between Land. The benevolent inhabitants of this world also provide wisdom, talents, and appurtenances for resolving this almost epic conflict. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

A Warrior Space Alien Fantasy Romance. For mature audiences only: contains graphic and descriptive sexual content. Chief Radvar's ship and crew go through a space anomaly and go back in time and far from home. A scientist suggests they might be near Earth, but Earth was just a legend, right? Meanwhile, Shay's life changes when two alien space ships start orbiting Earth. The aliens on one ship are definitely the enemy, but what about the others? 4.3 stars, 66 ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /

I ran out on my wedding and ended up in a snowstorm—with a grumpy billionaire in my borrowed bed. I left Rob at the altar, veil flying, guests gasping. One snowy night. One borrowed cottage. One brooding jackass I never expected to see again. We can’t stand each other—until we’re stuck together. The baby growing inside me…is it his? Or is it the man's that I left at the altar? 4.3 stars, 19 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Free online: Malcolm X at 100. Join the staff of the New York Public Library and a panel of scholars and authors for a discussion of the life, insights, and legacy of Malcom X. Thursday, September 4, 6:30 - 8:00 PM EDT. 

"I'm for truth, no matter who tells it." ~Malcolm X

What if you fall in love on the brink of death? Shockingly funny and spiritually rich, this novel is a modern-day "Job meets Lucille Ball," exploring what it means to suffer, love, laugh, and make music while your life is burning down around you. It eloquently gives voice to the aching questions many sufferers quietly carry—then takes readers inside the breathtaking story of two people who found miraculous love and defiant joy amid heartbreaking loss. 5.0 stars, 47 ratings. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Jude Zander is an inexperienced small-town girl on the run from an abusive father, searching for a mother who left her without warning. Jude has no idea how to survive in a city—until she meets two old panhandlers who offer her a place to stay at The Brickbox. When forced to face her oppressive father in court, Jude's street friends search for the witness who might save her. 4.1 stars, 6 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

"Raw and funny." ~Joel Stein, Time Magazine. Dina's grandparents were alcoholics, her father was an alcoholic, she is an alcoholic and pill addict, and all three of her daughters struggle with alcohol and drug addiction. Meanwhile, Dina is trying to make it as a stand-up comic so she can quit her job as a grocery store clerk. Through it all, she does her best to hold her family together and maintain her sense of humor. "Like a maelstrom." ~Foreword Reviews. 4.4 stars, 624 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the Iconic Sons MC Series from Kahlani B. Steele, a series that blends romance and suspense:

• Resilient, Book 1 in the series, 4.2 stars, 86 ratings on Goodreads
• Courageous, Book 2 in the series, 4.5 stars, 28 ratings on Goodreads
• Fearless, Book 3 in the series, coming in 2026!

"Kahlani B. Steele masterfully crafts a narrative that balances romance with plenty of focus on psychological depth and suspense." ~Readers' Favorite

Bonus: Enter the author's Goodreads Giveaway (U.S. only) for a chance to win one of 100 copies of the Kindle edition of Courageous. 

Resilient

She Will Not Be Defeated

Charly Sawyer is a young woman trying to find her place in the world when she meets Dominic Price, her boss and VP of the Iconic Sons MC. Despite her attraction to Dominic, growing up in the foster system has made Charly wary of men and relationships.

After a harrowing attack one night, Charly and her friend, Jess, seek refuge within the MC’s protective walls. At the clubhouse, Charly encounters Dominic’s charismatic cousin, Jax, and the air crackles with an undeniable spark.

When the men reveal their interest in her, Charly’s insecurities emerge. Soon, jealousies erupt from her coworkers, including Jess, prompting Charly to set aside her fears. She begins a journey of pleasure and self-discovery with Dom and Jax.

Unfortunately, their relationship is fraught with resentment, betrayal, and sabotage. And when her life is threatened, Charly’s only option is to escape.

Praise for Resilient
"Steamy love triangle with surprising depth." ~BookLife

"Themes of resilience, self-discovery, and empowerment while maintaining a gripping romantic narrative." ~Readers' Favorite

"Sheds a glaring light on the toxic masculinity that is usually romanticized through damsel in distress scenarios." ~Reedsy Discovery

Courageous

She Will Not Let Fear Stop Her

Clark is tormented by the suicides of her loved ones, which leaves her trapped in a whirlwind of pain and despair. To cope with her crippling fear of panic attacks, she resorts to self-harm by cutting.

Clark’s life takes a turn when she meets Vin and Gun at their tattoo shop and starts working for them. Clark finds a newfound sense of purpose and hope that inspires her to refrain from harming herself.

Vin and Gun, the quintessential alpha males, grew up in the Iconic Sons MC, a motorcycle club known for its strict code of conduct and brotherhood. Clark’s protective nature springs to life, and she tries to shield Vin and Gun from the dangers of the MC. But Vin and Gun, determined to uphold the club’s honor and traditions, will never allow Clark to interfere in their affairs.

Despite their initial conflicts, the simmering sexual tension eventually blossoms into a complex relationship between Vin, Gun, and Clark.

There’s one problem. Vin and Gun don’t know about Clark’s self-harming. How will they react when confronted with her disfiguring scars? Will they choose to run away, or can they accept her with all her flaws and imperfections?

Praise for Courageous
"Readers of sweet romance who want a walk on the wild side without stepping too far out of their comfort zone will find much here that appeals." ~BookLife

"A tantalizing exploration of love, trust, and self-discovery.” ~Reader Views 5-Star Review

"Romance dotted with tension, tattoos, and thunder." ~Reedsy Discovery

LitNuts is launching a new giveaway today, but first, congratulations to Lori R. of the United States, winner of the LitNuts Summer Giveaway. Lori's prize is her choice of a set of coffee mugs with a beautiful stained-glass design or a $75 gift card from Bookshop.org or Barnes & Noble. Thank you to everybody who entered our Summer Giveaway!

Today is also the official launch of our new giveaway contest: Enter our Library of America Giveaway for a chance to win The Rachel Carson Collection, The Joan Didion Collection, or a $75 Amazon.com Gift Card. 

"I wanted not a window on the world but the world itself." ~Joan Didion

On the Island of Albion, in the days before the Giants, two lads leave their jobs in a village pub and set out to rescue the Rich, Beleaguered Princess. Aided or distracted by a succession of characters, they travel by sea, land, and flying pig to the Princess's tower. But all is not as they expected. “A fairy-tale that refuses to play by the rules...a delightful commentary on the art of storytelling itself.” ~Erik Tonning, NLA Univ. College, Norway. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

Bernie is a young boy fascinated with the moon. His curiosity urges him to speak to Mr. Moon, and when Mr. Moon talks back, their conversation takes Bernie on a journey as he learns about the moon and receives advice that teaches him a valuable lesson, resulting in a heartwarming outcome. "Promotes kindness, curiosity and optimism." ~Readers' Favorite. 5.0 stars, 8 ratings. From $12.99 - SHOP NOW /

A teen/YA novel that adults will appreciate, too. Jude is on the run from an abusive father, searching for a mother who left her without warning. Jude has no idea how to survive in a city—until she meets two old panhandlers who offer her a place to stay at The Brickbox. When forced to face her oppressive father in court, Jude's street friends search for the one witness who might save her. 4.1 stars, 6 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

A Journey Back to Your Self-Worth. Have you ever felt lost, broken, or unworthy of the life you dream of? Lay down the weight of shame, comparison, and self-doubt and pick up the truth of who you are. Through heartfelt storytelling, powerful mindset shifts, and soul-stirring reflections, Kandace Pavlowich shares the lessons that carried her from addiction, depression, and burnout into healing, purpose, and self-acceptance. From $3.99 - SHOP NOW /

Think you need a backyard to grow veggies? Think again! This go-to guide will help you turn even the tiniest apartment into a green, edible oasis. Whether you’ve got a sunny windowsill, a shady kitchen corner, or just a little curiosity, this friendly, step-by-step book will help you grow fresh, healthy vegetables right inside your home. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

When his grandfather dies, Anthony is sent to Ukraine with a single request: return with a handful of soil. What begins as a simple task draws him into a land of hidden truths, ancestral shadows, and a past that refuses to stay buried. 4.5 stars, 10 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

New release: Mellie thought her family’s darkest secrets died with them. She was wrong. A high-profile renovation brings her back to her childhood home where her brother died. She finds hidden rooms, medical files, missing names—and someone watching. This isn’t a renovation. It’s a trap. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

A found-family, no-spice romance. Ana is struggling to rebuild her life after escaping an abusive relationship. Her past mistakes caused harm to herself and those she loves, and she's doesn't want that to happen again. When Ana’s secrets begin to unravel, she is determined to make up for her past, even if it means sacrificing her dreams of love and a future. Follow Ana as she rediscovers the beauty of unconditional love and the hope that can spring from the ashes of mistakes. 4.1 stars, 41 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on The Cloud: A Speculative Fiction Novel by Robert Rivenbark, on sale for only 99 cents through October 15! 

★★★★★ "A gripping, fast-paced exploration of morality, technology, and human ambition." ~The Great Book Reviews

Bonus: Visit TheCloudNovel.com to read the first four chapters FREE!

The Cloud: A Speculative Fiction Novel

When Everyone's A Virtual Reality Slave, Who Can Free The Human Soul?

In twenty-second century L.A. dominated by The Cloud, every imaginable pleasure is accessible—yet the entire world can vanish in a single upload.

That choice rests in one man’s hands.

Blaise, a brilliant but tormented VR programmer, is trying to forget his violent past as a special forces commando by throwing himself into creating VR fantasies. He finds himself tempted by his megalomaniac boss, who offers him wealth, power, and eternal life in exchange for coding a new VR series that will addict and eliminate billions of “unproductives.”

Caught between joining those who want to bring down the ruling Cloud regime in Hong Kong, or accepting the offer of personal immortality, Blaise finds himself flanked by two relentless women—a psychic hacker risking overwhelming personal odds to save humanity from annihilation, and the other using her extraordinary carnal wiles to accelerate the final triumph of The Cloud. Ultimately, Blaise must reembrace his violent warrior nature in a desperate bid to destroy it.

Praise for The Cloud
★★★★★ "A classic hero’s journey [that asks] eternal questions about human freedom, the quest for enlightenment, and the meaning of suffering and evil.” ~Goodreads Review

★★★★★ "A captivating, edge-of-your-seat dystopian thriller that delves deep into the dark potential of a hyper-connected, surveillance-driven future.” ~Amazon Review

★★★★★ "1984 on steroids—both timely and eerily predictive." ~Jorah Kai, author of Amos the Amazing

★★★★★ "A thought-provoking, page-turning futuristic thriller that projects today’s trends into a scary yet probable future.” ~Goodreads Review

★★★★★ "Underscores how the effort to dehumanize humanity must inevitably fail.” ~Amazon Review

★★★★★ "Fast-paced, thought-provoking, and unforgettable." ~The Great Book Reviews

Winner, San Antonio Writers Guild 27th Annual Writing Contest, Science Fiction

One of the 20 Best Books of 2023, Bookworm Reviews

#1 Amazon International Best Seller

        

Last call for the LitNuts Summer Giveaway! The winner will be able to chose a set of coffee mugs with a beautiful stained-glass design or a $75 Gift Card from Bookshop.org or Barnes & Noble. Deadline for entry is 11:59 PM CDT, August 31, 2025. 

“As long as there was coffee in the world, how bad could things be?” ~Cassandra Clare, City of Ashes

A richly detailed fantasy series starter: Years after Fen wakes up in a meadow with only one hazy memory, he’s sent on a quest to save his kingdom. On his journey, he meets a thief who brings his past life to the surface. Can Fen and Aleesa uncover Fen’s past before an unspoken evil takes hold? 4.6 stars, 20 ratings. From 2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

What if WWII were fought in space? In 1944, a secret Nazi experiment split the universe in two. In our universe, we won. But in a parallel universe, the Nazis conquered the world. Now it's 2207, and the two universes collide, this time in space. Bonus: Check out The Everrealms, a podcast from USA Today bestselling author Daniel Arenson discussing sci-fi audio dramas, book reviews, and more! 4.4 stars, 260 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /

What if Jane Austen set sail to reform Napoleon Bonaparte? In the spring of 1815, Jane crosses the Channel to confront the exiled emperor, hoping to bring moral reason to a man who once ruled all of Europe. But Napoleon is not expecting company, least of all an English novelist. Part comedy, part fantasy, part historical farce, this book imagines what might happen if two of history’s sharpest minds collided. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

Jude Collymore tried to do the right thing by fighting his attraction to his band member's younger sister. Apart from a forbidden romance and their obvious age gap, pursuing his feelings could have destroyed the band. Years later, it only took one look from Esther to fuel the embers of their chemistry. Now Jude has a second chance. Will he take it? 4.2 stars, 500+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /

"Peppered with lust and intrigue," this "compelling" drama (Kirkus Reviews) tells the story of a conflicted artist's struggles with love, lust, and his art. "The bristling energy of Cacoyannis' text is its forte, helping it stand out from the crowd, with its tantalizing characters an undoubted highlight." ~Publishers Weekly's BookLife Prize. 4.5 stars, 56 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /