Today's Featured Books

Ann Kinnear has created a peaceful existence at her cabin in the Adirondack woods. But the calm is shattered after socialite Elizabeth Firth is reported missing. With few clues and fewer options, Philadelphia Detective Joe Booth calls upon Ann's spirit-sensing abilities to help solve the mystery and to uncover what Elizabeth's husband is hiding beneath his cloak of wealth and privilege. Book 1 in the series. 4.4 stars, 1234 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

When shadows loom over the Duke of Exeter, Lady Isobella—the resolute bluestocking—must decide: can she trust the man fighting to clear his name? And if she can, will love find its way through scandal…and the heart of an honorable Duke? 4.5 stars, 75 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

2025 American Fiction Award, Romantic Comedy. After an affair with a client’s husband leads to scandal and career ruin, private chef Devon Paige lands at Rockwood, a picturesque boarding school in New Hampshire. Her new challenge is coexisting with teacher and soccer coach Kyle Holling, whom she hasn't seen since their one-night stand fifteen years ago. "A soul-searching, second-chance romance for readers who love a strong female lead." ~Kirkus Reviews. 4.4 stars, 129 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /

A shapeshifting thief. A fae knight with secrets. One fake relationship to steal a princess's jewel. Emmeline needs the money. Valen needs her skills. Together, they'll infiltrate a royal ball as pretend lovers. But as the masquerade deepens into something real, the heist takes a deadly turn. With guards closing in, can two people in a relationship built on lies ever trust each other enough to love? From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Layla Devereaux, an exceptionally perceptive nature photographer, travels to an isolated island only to find that it's inhabited by ghosts. There to solve the mystery of a lighthouse tour guide’s murder and free her wrongly accused brother, Layla soon realizes she faces greater dangers than she imagined. From $3.99 - SHOP NOW /

Theo Holmes is a private investigator and a direct descendant of Sherlock. When eerily similar homicides of the homeless by euthanasia occur in both San Diego and Las Vegas, Holmes is called in to help by the police departments of both cities. Working with Delaney Watson and the beautiful AI robot P.A.M., Holmes and his team are faced with contradictory DNA evidence and a bizarre connection with Elvis. This contemporary murder mystery is filled with unique characters, forensic science, and engaging plot twists. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

"Travel pieces that capture the exterior world and offer a vivid sense of personal reflection." ~Brevity. Real people sharing real stories as they explore the world around us, including a man lost on the flooded Amazon River at night, a blind man's encounter with mountain gorillas in Rwanda, a woman's spiritual journey in Peru, helping sea turtles lay eggs in Costa Rica, an encounter with a grizzly bear, and a journalist's friendship with an Iraqi translator in Syria. From $1.79 - SHOP NOW /

Free online: How did Indigenous art inspire Jackson Pollock? Join Joyce Raimondo from the Pollock-Krasner House and W. Jackson Rushing III, author of Native American Art and the New York Avant-Garde, for a lively talk about how Indigenous symbols influenced Pollock’s work. Then, take a live Zoom tour with Joyce inside Pollock’s famous barn studio, where his poured paintings came to life. Thursday, October 9, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (EDT).

"It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” ~Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

"Brilliantly creates the tension and the political divide of the late 1930s." ~Independent Book Review. Set in pre-war London and the murky world of Franco’s Spain, We Are Made intertwines love, espionage, and moral conflict in a beautifully crafted narrative that explores sacrifice and survival in a Europe hurtling toward chaos. "A fantastic plot and a genuinely captivating writing style that will suck you in." ~A Quintillion Words. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

New release: Turbocharge your ADHD superpowers. Kicked out at 16, and thriving in his 40s, Nick Lennon-Barrett turns ADHD chaos into superpowered clarity. With cheat codes, lived laughs, and brain hacks, this book helps you unlock brilliance on your terms. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

Della is already a witch at breaking point when her brother accidentally kills a werewolf. Malone, the Brighton Pack alpha, attacks, leaving Della with a scratch that turns her into the first-ever hybrid-witch. Malone helps Della through the first shift, but turning a witch is against sacred wolf laws. Malone's pack will disown him if he doesn’t get rid of Della. A Wolf Shifter Paranormal Romance. 4.2 stars, 2K ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /

"A captivating historical fiction tale of love, hope, struggle, and what it means to strive for happiness." ~5-star review. 1950s Australia. Abandoned, pregnant, and alone, Raine’s search for truth and happiness lays bare choices she thought were buried forever. Not everyone can win. "An unputdownable story I won’t soon forget." A dual award-winning Amazon bestseller. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /

“A hug in a book.” When Daisy’s London life crashes down, she flees and stumbles off a train in the picturesque Peak District. There, she finds new friends, new opportunities, and swoony local bookshop owner Alex (and his bumbling Great Dane). But the life she ran from is calling her back. Why then is she so reluctant to return? Sweet, funny, and uplifting, Publishers Weekly praises its “snappy, entertaining dialogue,” and readers call it warm, whimsical, and like chatting with friends, with characters so vivid they’re hard to leave behind. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

Joy, 11, must care for her home and brother Ian, while fearing Child Protective Services. A baby bird and the neighbor Ezzie, lead Joy to discover “rewilding” for herself and to question her Dad’s views. This contemporary middle-grade novel explores gaslighting, body image, and the healing power of nature, as a girl cares for her brother and dodges Child Protective Services while finding solace in secretly restoring the natural ecosystem in an eccentric neighbor's yard. From $8.99 - SHOP NOW /

Young Sean Callahan and his team of Marshals are tasked with hunting down vampires that have infiltrated New England in the 1890s. Meanwhile, organized crime runs wild in his hometown of New Bedford, and Professor Zurich relentlessly searches for a centuries-old vampire who murdered his family. Sean must embrace his role as an avenger, facing unimaginable challenges and testing his faith and courage. The story is a thrilling battle of good versus evil in the late 19th century. FREE - SHOP NOW /

New release: When a young woman lands a job at the local firehouse, she finds herself surrounded by alarms, hoses, and three gorgeous older men who give her orders during the day and bring her fantasies to life at night. A sexy, stand-alone curvy girl reverse harem romance filled with humor, danger, and generous amounts of love. $0.99 - SHOP NOW /

"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 /