This collection of short stories about Vietnam vets will touch your heart and remind you of the real people hidden behind the history. A young boy learns the truth of his father's service in Vietnam. A survivor of Ia Drang Valley contemplates ending his life. A charismatic but troubled vet longs for a woman he can never have. A "tunnel rat" saves a woman from her abusive boyfriend. A Silver Star recipient performs one last act of selfless courage. A Special Forces operative pulls off the heist of a lifetime. And more. 4.8 stars, 45 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
New release: In a small Texas town, the director of a children's home tries to save three adopted children living with a sadistic woman in the backwoods of Caney Head. "Gripping and edifying." ~BookLife, Editor's Pick. 4.7 stars, 47 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
A four-year-old girl, Marily, lives happily with her parents, a good witch called Goodypie and her husband Mr. Goodweather. One day while Goodypie was boiling some plants and flowers in her big cooking pot, Marily falls into the pot and turns into the notorious Badfreaky, the meanest witch! "An adorable story with imaginative characters and story line." -Readers' Favorite. 4 stars, 35 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
As record cold grips the area, Detective Lieutenant Rick Peller reopens the cold case of Jayvon Fletcher's disappearance, Detective Sergeant Corina Montufar investigates a suspicious fire mimicking past arson cases, and Detective Sergeant Eric Dumas tackles the murder of a notorious criminal. As temperatures drop, these cold cases intersect with new crimes, while a cunning killer remains at large. 4.6 stars, 17 ratings. From $1.99 SHOP NOW /
Retired Myrtle Glubber's Hawaiian conference turns sinister when death disrupts her who-dun-it retreat. Myrtle and her fellow authors seek to hone their crime-solving skills amidst staged murders but find themselves embroiled in real-life mysteries. Myrtle resolves to unmask the killer, weaving through Hawaiian legends and ghostly tales. Amidst the idyllic backdrop of a historic sugar cane plantation, concentration wavers under the sway of ocean breezes, azure skies, and a handsome detective. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Drowning in an endless sea of information, digital clutter, and brilliant ideas scribbled on scattered sticky notes? We spend hours fruitlessly hunting for information while watching insights slip through the cracks. What if there was a simple solution to tame the chaos? A system for an "external brain" customized to your needs. 4.4 stars, 47 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Business leader Nelly Some offers a refreshing answer to the old-fashioned approach to elderly care: residential care homes. Drawing on decades of experience working with seniors, Nelly gives investors (along with providers, caregivers, and anyone involved in the senior care industry) an inside look into this model of care. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /
Hiding in plain sight sounded like a good idea at the time… Now, former Detective Morgan Foster isn’t so sure. Two dead bodies at her waitressing job tell another story, one of trouble on her doorstep. Caught up in the sights of a violent motorcycle gang, the same one that stole the life of her husband and her partner on the force, Morgan is in danger. Can she solve the murders before she becomes the next body to drop? 4.4 stars, 580 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
A vivid, historically documented story of Ike Eisenhower’s critical involvement in winning the war in Europe—from D-Day through the battle for France, Operation Market Garden, the Battle of the Bulge, the crossing of the Rhine, and the final destruction of Hitler’s evil Third Reich. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
A story of platonic soul mates. Fuyuko is the girl Zoe always wanted to be friends with. Zoe is the friend Fuyuko never knew she needed or wanted. But as they work hand-in-hand to make the life Zoe has left as great as possible...as they delve into "Zoe's list"...an unexpected love brings them closer than friends. Trigger Warnings: This story contains subjects of bullying, abandonment, homophobia, and suicide. Book 1 in a series of standalone novels. 4.3 stars, 10 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /
A small village on the Island of the Iguanas experiences various communities, sometimes forced to live together, over the years, leading to growth alongside prejudices and social injustices. Structural changes impact the island’s ecosystem, transforming it from a protected reserve to a tourist and smuggling hotspot. Faced with a choice between adopting a new lifestyle of equality and freedom or maintaining discriminatory governance, social contrasts emerge. The question arises whether new leaders will avoid past mistakes or repeat the same historical patterns. 4.4 stars, 15 ratings. From $6.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of R.L. Geer-Robbins, author of The Raven Society, a series that explores myths and legends that have been rewritten and retold so many times that the person behind the myth has been lost.
Bonus: Get signed books and some very creative (and inexpensive!) artwork at the author's online shop.
Book 1 of The Raven Society Series 4.3 stars, 64 ratings Hardcover: $21 Paperback (signed by the author!): $12.99 Ebook: $0.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)
Three things I was sure of: First, I was not a Hero. Second, magic still existed. And third, I was willing to walk through the Gates of Hell for my friends.
For years, Chloe has hidden from the shadows of her past. All that changes when she discovers a note taped to her front door inviting her to join The Raven Society.
Thousands of years ago, the Raven Society was created to protect, maintain, and preserve history deemed too dangerous for society. Their priceless secret? The Book of the Veiled. Its discovery could open Pandora's box of consequences, for whoever holds it can rewrite history and change the course of the future.
And it has been stolen.
The Raven Society's search for the book must survive the Gates of the Otherworld, betrayals, deception, and deadly motivations. But, in the end, they will realize that myths and fables aren't just bedtime stories but stories of forgotten lives that have been driven into the shadows.
How far into the darkness would you be willing to travel to discover the truth?
Praise for The Writer and the Librarian "A superb foray into the fantasy world...solid plotting, likable characters, and edge-of-your-seat suspense." ~K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite
"To delve into the mind of the author R. L. Geer-Robbins is to immerse yourself in a bookish dream...a fantastical world of make-believe, sprinkled with a slight seasoning of historical references." ~D.K. Marley, CEO of The Historical Fiction Company
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About the Author
R.L. Geer-Robbins is an author, reader, veteran, mother, blogger and coffee connoisseur. Her education and passion lie in history, focusing on myths and legends...stories based firstly on oral traditions and then follow a bumpy road to what we see today. Her goal is to find the truth behind what we know. Learn more at rlgeerrobbins.com, sign up for her free newsletter, and be sure to follow her online:
Vacation plans? Check. Beach blanket and sunscreen? Check. Romance novel to read while you enjoy your vacation on the beach (or by the pool, or in the comfort of your home)? You'll find it in our Romance Special Edition!
"Just in case you ever foolishly forget; I'm never not thinking of you." ~Virginia Woolf
“Hot, hilarious, and devourable.” ~Int'l Review of Books. The princess and the…grump? Battle lines are drawn and sparks ignite when sheltered debutante Meridian moves next door to grumpy Marine veteran Callan. But can Callan let go of his pride and tell Meridian the whole truth of who he is and what he’s done in the name of honor and country? “Engaging characters, touching love story, generous dashes of playful, crackling humor, and seriously steamy.” ~Indie Reader. 4.4 stars, 271 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Overworked PhD student Liz visits the local cat café with her friend, Jade. Sparks fly between Jade and Carl, but Liz is less impressed with Carl's friend, William. For their friends’ sakes, the two manage to get along—until Liz learns some horrible facts about William. But when a kitten is stolen, everyone pulls together to rescue her. This Pride and Prejudice adaptation features fresh twists to delight both fans and new readers. From $4.99 SHOP NOW /
Kayden is finally ready to put the past behind her...until it unexpectedly strolls into her office one day. Liam has long lived with one regret—letting Kayden slip through his fingers. He’s determined to make amends for how he treated her all those years ago, but he’s finding it hard to melt her icy exterior. If he can convince her to trust him and see that he’s changed, their love finally has a chance of coming full circle. 4.0 stars, 71 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Two kindred spirits from different worlds whose passion for music is rivaled only by their passion for one another: Cornelia is an unlikely operatic prodigy...a shy, eccentric girl in rural 1950s Virginia who idolizes Maria Callas. She shares a passion for music and much more with Jay, a struggling young composer anxious to escape his aristocratic background and his overbearing father. As their romance grows, they inspire each other to overcome obstacles and turn their dreams into reality. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
When Felicity moves to a coastal Maine town, she’s expecting to lead a quiet, solitary life, far from the secrets of her past. But everything changes after Zane, her grumpy landlord and a veteran Marine, becomes her new neighbor. 4.3 stars, 175 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
Surrounded by the whiteness of the blizzard’s snow, Theodora was determined to rekindle a love she had walked away from many years ago. Instead, she found herself caught up in murder, betrayal, and—yes—love and its wicked dark past. The Lie is a story of many plots, threaded together in a mixture of romance, history, murder, mystery, and adventure, with a dash of humor thrown in for good measure. 4.7 stars, 68 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Anya and her best friend own a bakery. When they hire someone to build a shed, Anya finds herself attracted to the tall, dark-haired carpenter with mysterious scars on his back. Aleryn is the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Mairene, but his wings were cut off and he was banished and left to die in the mortal lands. What seemed at first like a curse of fate was actually a blessing in disguise when he meets his mate. But with a target on Aleryn's head, will Aleryn and Anya's love survive? From $2.99 SHOP NOW /
“A great love story! I was enthralled from the beginning.” ~Amazon Review. She’s all wrong for Prince Arn, this lowborn healer who keeps meddling in his march to conquer her homeland. If only she hadn’t helped him and he hadn’t kissed her, he could stop looking for her everywhere, hoping to find her…again. “High fantasy with a romantic twist...spellbinding. A first-rate adventure." ~Amazon Review. 4.0 stars, 40 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /
Free online: First Friday Book Talk & Reading. Hosted by Larksong Writers Place, LeeAnn Roripaugh will read from Reveal Codes, her collection of short stories that won the Moon City Short Fiction Award. Roripaugh is Professor of English at the University of South Dakota, where she also serves as Director of Creative Writing and Editor-in-Chief of South Dakota Review. Friday, May 7, 12 PM CDT.
“When you read a short story, you come out a little more aware and a little more in love with the world around you.” ~George Saunders
Urban Fantasy Action with Witches and Demons. In a world where Gilgamesh slew the ancient gods and claimed dominion over the afterlife, Bex leads a band of demons dodging the eternal king’s minions. Their latest task, aiding the witch Adrian Blackwood, thrusts them into a confrontation with these very agents. Adrian, desperate to free his coven from divine harassment, hires mercenaries to defend his counter-attack, unaware they are demons. As they unite, witch and demons will challenge fate to fight for their freedom. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Four years after Detective Lieutenant Rick Peller’s wife, Sandra, died in a mysterious accident, a bungled robbery raises new questions, prompting Detectives Corina Montufar and Eric Dumas to investigate. Peller’s memories resurface, revealing new insights into Sandra’s death and leading to a meddlesome writer, a hot-blooded enforcer, and a criminal mastermind. As they dig deeper, they must determine if Sandra was targeted or simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. 4.6 stars, 24 ratings. From $1.99 SHOP NOW /
Megan Barnes' life spirals after losing her job and boyfriend, forcing her to move in with her over-protective mother who is running for Congress. Megan's encounter with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jocelyn Jones offers a fresh start, but an anonymous tweet threatens Jocelyn's reputation. As Megan investigates, she uncovers blackmail that links back to her mother, risking a scandalous revelation. 4.0 stars, 151 ratings. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Three things I was sure of:
R.L. Geer-Robbins is an author, reader, veteran, mother, blogger and coffee connoisseur. Her education and passion lie in history, focusing on myths and legends...stories based firstly on oral traditions and then follow a bumpy road to what we see today. Her goal is to find the truth behind what we know. Learn more at rlgeerrobbins.com, sign up for her free newsletter, and be sure to follow her online:
Overworked PhD student Liz visits the local cat café with her friend, Jade. Sparks fly between Jade and Carl, but Liz is less impressed with Carl's friend, William. For their friends’ sakes, the two manage to get along—until Liz learns some horrible facts about William. But when a kitten is stolen, everyone pulls together to rescue her. This Pride and Prejudice adaptation features fresh twists to delight both fans and new readers. From $4.99 SHOP NOW /
