Today's Featured Books

They came from deep space. They came to destroy us. We will fight back! The Earthrise Super Box Set: six full sci-fi novels. 2,000+ pages of fun. For FREE. In Earthrise, childhood friends Marco and Addy struggle to survive a hostile alien invasion. If you loved Ender's Game and Starship Troopers, you'll love Earthrise. From a USA Today bestselling author. 4.2 stars, 2300+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

A mysterious flu is sweeping the world, killing many. Unexplained violent behavior is being broadcast on the news. A massive solar flare is the final straw, devastating the electric grid and pushing the world into lawlessness. Jack Emily is a regular guy, thrown into a world of violence, sickness, and hippies. In a world where tough guys rule, Jack must find a way to protect his family and friends. Join Jack and his friends a he bumbles his way through the apocalypse. 4.8 stars, 20 ratings. From $5.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Set in 1875 in the Wyoming Territory, Lost in Prosperity blends romance with suspenseful mystery. It tells the compelling story of Sam Hilliard Stone, a rich and beautiful heiress with a temper as quick as her draw, and Providence "Jackson" Knight, the handsome, rugged rancher who loves her. Together, they struggle to rebuild their lives after a tragic stagecoach accident threatens their happiness. Contains spice, graphic language, and violence. 4.9 stars, 49 ratings. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Tired of the same old financial struggles? Break the cycle with Money Games—adventure therapy for your wallet! For fans of Atomic Habits and The Psychology of Money, escape the financial Groundhog Day with this playful guide to mastering your relationship with money. Your financial struggles aren’t random—they’re inherited. Money Games blends behavioral science and gamification to help you override scarcity mindsets and rewrite your financial future. Includes a FREE 130-page workbook. 4.8 stars, 38 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

• Code Name Delilah (The Delilah Series Book 1)
• The Delilah Enigma (The Delilah Series Book 2)

Code Name Delilah

Set in London during the early years of World War II, Code Name Delilah weaves a cast of fictional characters with noteworthy historic figures to capture the events of 1939 through 1942, when an international coalition of nations supporting Great Britain began to pull together to defeat the Axis Powers.

Against this backdrop, Robert Johnston, a New York lawyer at the Office of Strategic Services, and Sarah Leach, a Royal Navy lieutenant with MI6, code name “Delilah,” are thrown together and tasked with tracking a German double agent, RAF Bomber Command missions, French Resistance fighters, as well as each other. They also rescue a German Jewish refugee named Hannah, whose past is catching up with her. Meanwhile, Robert, separated from his wife, and Sarah, alone in London, begin to fall for each other over bottles of wine at the Old Bell Tavern.

The Delilah Enigma

London 1943. The streets teem with refugees and soldiers while double agents circulate among them. Follow Lt. Sarah Leach, a Brit with MI6, and Robert Johnston, an American at the OSS, as they trade secrets and sex while working for the Allied effort. 

Sarah and Robert are tracking the German resistance among high-ranking military officers, while gathering intel for the D-Day invasion and protecting their friend Hannah from a mysterious stalker. Things take a turn for the worse when Sarah is capture by the SS. Her location is unknown until Bletchley Park friends reveal classified intel to Robert. Will his rescue party get to her in time? Historical events and a sweeping cast of real and fictitious characters round out this “terrific read.”

    

Free online: WEHO Reads. Presented by the West Hollywood Arts Council in honor of National Poetry Month, join for readings and conversations with Richard Blanco, the fifth Presidential Inaugural Poet and a National Humanities Medal recipient, and Kim Dower, former City Poet Laureate of West Hollywood. Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 PM PDT. 

"Poetry is the deification of reality." ~Edith Sitwell

With his life in hiding unexpectedly exposed, Griffin, now William Potter, flees with his children to the remote, quirky village of Missouri Plaza, a place where everyone has something to hide. Liars, thieves, and killers alike reside in their newfound haven, and Potter and his family face not only the looming threat of the law, but supernatural dangers much closer to home. "Ideal for fans of the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Stephen King." ~Kirkus Reviews. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Eight months after the showdown with the domestic terrorist group that nearly cost him his life, Danny Coogan, a Montana Fish and Game Officer, faces a new threat to his community—and his career. It starts with a dead steer. Which happens to be near the body of a dead rancher. Both of which are on the Dead Horse Indian Reservation. 4.5 stars, 797 ratings. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Army Ranger Luke Foster returns stateside to avenge his brother's murder. His brother's history with the Mob was no secret, so it was not a complete surprise his life was cut short. But the Mafia enforcers don't know about Foster, his reputation as a ruthless assassin, or that he's coming for them. 4.4 stars, 23 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

An unusual collection of engaging encounters with some remarkable and exotic creatures. The photographs are captivating and reflect aspects of the rhyme and the animal, bird, or reptile, which all have interesting names sometimes linked to the countries in which they are usually found. In addition, the book includes 26 activity pages in the back of the paperback edition for further interactive learning and exploration. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW / 

When best friends Peter and George visit Peter’s granddad’s mysterious mansion in the quiet village of Campbell’s Cove, they stumble into a secret world of Viking legends, hidden magic, and ancient danger. Buried deep in the caves below the village, a dark force is rising—one that threatens to destroy everything they know. As Peter uncovers the truth about his destiny, he must embrace his courage, face terrifying enemies, and protect the children of the Cove before it’s too late. Book 1 in a series. 4.1 stars, 200+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

My wife died in my arms, the victim of a nameless killer's bullet. I should have died with her. But God had other plans for me. Fifteen years later, I'm back where it all happened. I just want to forget, but the past won't leave me alone. Now, I'm asking a woman who I left broken-hearted twenty years before to catch my wife's killer. I'm Father Tom Greer, a Catholic priest, and I'm playing with fire. Book 1 of The Father Tom Mystery Series of contemporary small-town thrillers. 4.5 stars, 4500+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on books of the Time Runner Series from author Paul Darden:

• Rise of the Runners - FREE!
• Rise of The Runners: Winds of Ora Grant - $2.99
• Freedom Runner - From $9.99

★★★★★ "Beautiful, emotional, and engaging." ~Goodreads Review

Bonus: Visit the SeriousPensPublishing Shop for book bundles, posters, merchandise, and more.

Rise of the Runners
Genres: Teen & Young Adult Short Reads, Teen & Young Adult Fiction
4.6 stars, 34 ratings on Amazon.com
42 pages
Ebook price: FREE!



Duante Elliot is a brilliant young boy who has everything a child could want. His days in New York City are fast-paced but perfect for him—until his life comes crashing down when a series of events takes away the world he loves the most.

Moving back to the Bronx is a big change. Duante is destined for greatness, but his future is in doubt because Duante is unsure if life is worth living. Duante has to find the courage to get through troubled times, and he finds hope when a light emerges in the midst of the darkness and paves the way for healing.

Life is about choices, and making the right ones will unleash Duante's full potential or drag him into a dark world to do the unthinkable. His destiny is far more significant than he or anyone around him can ever imagine. 

Rise of the Runners: Winds of Ora Grant
Genres: Teen & Young Adult Short Reads, Teen & Young Adult Fiction
60 pages
Ebook price: $2.99



Duante Elliot finds himself processing life nearly a year after an unspeakable loss. To escape it all, he finds himself in Jamaica where he has a chance encounter with Ora Grant and Valentina Sánchez.

The world of the Runners is expanding as Duante takes another step to becoming a Runner in a journey that encapsulates the thrill of adventure, the weight of responsibility, and the warmth of camaraderie among those who serve.

Freedom Runner
Genres: Teen & Young Adult Fiction
4.67 stars, 6 ratings on Goodreads
294 pages
Hardcover: $27.99
Paperback: $15.99
Ebook: $9.99



Duante Elliot's life has been anything but ordinary including ups and downs no child should have to endure. But everything changes forever when he turns sixteen years old...

Duante leaves his house and heads to school with his best friends, as he has done countless times. He expects to continue to thrive at Antioch Academy, making his family proud and finding the peace he once had. But Duante mysteriously vanishes after hanging out with his friends.

Lost, alone, and confused, Duante has to figure out how to survive. He wants to get back home, if possible. He also needs to harness his newfound abilities and uncover the truth behind the journey. In short, Duante must overcome tragedy, accept his destiny, and embrace the runner within.

Paul C. Darden teaches 7th and 8th grade school social studies in The Bronx, New York, making him part of the 2% of black male teachers nationwide. He is also owner of SeriousPensPublishing, and creator of the seven-book Time Runner Series and the five-book Oneirology Chronicles.

Though relatively new to the world of publishing, Paul is not new to writing; he has been creating engaging content for his students for years. His books are an extension of his teaching and a solution to the lack of representation in literature and the classroom. 

Learn more at SeriousPensPublishing.com, and be sure to follow Paul online: 

Free online: Black Mountain Institute Reading & Conversation with Cherry Lou Sy, author of Love Can’t Feed You. Wednesday, April 16, 3 PM EDT, 12 PM PDT. 

“There are as many forms of love as there are moments in time.” ~Jane Austen, Mansfield Park

Winner of the 2024 Discovery Editors' Choice Award. When a supposedly cursed traditional Japanese instrument arrives at the British School of Kyoto, strange things start to happen. A phantom geisha appears, a star student vanishes, and cryptic symbols cover the campus. Jessica Hunter, a seasoned globetrotter trying to adapt to life at BSK, and Kenta Higashi, a local boy with his own connection to the missing student, suspect a sinister force is at play. Book 1 in the series. 4.3 stars, 500+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

"Masterful." ~Publisher’s Weekly BookLife Prize. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Emery Merrick presses a pistol to his temple. Then there's a knock at the door. Billionaire Thaddeus Drake hires Emery to write his biography. But Emery soon discovers Drake heads a secret society that aims to fulfill prophecy and sacrifice the Earth to a bloodthirsty God. Can a suicidal reporter save humanity...and himself? Recognized by the Hoffer Awards, Writer's Digest, Literary Titan, Readers' Favorite, and more. Book 1 in the series. 4.3 stars, 81 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

In 1855, eighteen-year-old Czanna flees Hungary and journeys to the American West. When she learns of her parent's death in Hungary, she sings a prayer to the mountains. Blackfeet scout Stands Strong is captivated by Czanna's song and beauty, and in bringing her aid, they fall in love. Can they overcome their cultural divide, or are their fates destined to only briefly intertwine? 4.4 stars, 250+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Malcolm Merrill is a successful executive at a prestigious advertising firm in Los Angeles. He has a beautiful wife, a gorgeous home, expensive cars, and power at his disposal. So what could possess someone who has it all to attempt suicide? Find out in this novel that chronicles the life of a man whose perfect world suddenly crumbles beneath him—a man forced to come to terms with all he sacrificed on his rise to the top: his family, his friends, and his soul. "Moving and inspiring." ~Amazon Review. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Jamison is a Gold Coast boy who desperately wants to visit his dad in Paris. When a friendly dragon offers to help, Jamison has no idea what is in store. He must deal with four eccentric dragons. Also, he must survive a hot air balloon crash, a cyclone, and getting lost in Shanghai. Will he find his dad? Will he ever feel that he is truly home? A book that will delight dragon lovers of any age. 4.8 stars, 13 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Magic, friendship, and destiny collide at Rune Academy. Bri’s newfound title of The Witch of Algiz is cursed and creates tension with other students. As Bri feels the pulsating power of Runes beneath her fingertips, the academy buzzes with uncertainty as she navigates the precarious path between light and shadow. Will she succumb to use dark magic and endanger the academy and her newfound friends? Embrace the magic and bonds of unexpected friendships within this paranormal YA academy fantasy series. 4.4 stars, 89 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

One reckless spell. One ruthless vampire. One very big problem. Alara spent years building The Caffeinated Cauldron. When the former owner retired, the cafe was supposed to be hers. Instead, she’s stuck serving lattes to the vampire who stole it. If he won’t sell, she’ll take matters into her own hands. A little illegal potion never hurt anyone, right? Except when her spell backfires, and suddenly, he’s looking at her like she might be dessert. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of author WL "Bud" Gorman, including the Assassins and Angels Series of thrillers.

★★★★★ "Very enjoyable." ~Barnes & Noble Reviewer

Bonus #1: Assassins and Angels Book 1 is available as a FREE download!

Bonus #2: Get a free novella by signing up for Bud's mailing list. 

Assassins and Angels: Book 1
Genres: Thrillers, Suspense, Action
Ebook price: FREE!



Strong men. Strong women. Dangerous times.

In the aftermath of a conflict with Russia in the arctic, Canada has fragmented, leaving provinces on the edge of chaos and anarchy. The Premier of Ontario makes a bold but controversial decision: She hires professional security contractors to assist her limited police resources.

Steven Grace is the leader of Sabre—a multinational team of former special forces operators hired to support The Premier's efforts to re-unite Canada. But the going is tough. Organized crime, outlaw bikers, white supremacists, 'adrenaline jihadis', and assassins are all controlled by one man...the man responsible for Grace's court martial and disgrace during the arctic conflict.

In the end, Steven Grace wants redemption...from his former country, from a father who disowned him, and from the former fiancée he left behind.

Assassins and Angels: Book 2
Genres: Thrillers, Suspense, Action
Ebook price: $0.99



Steven Grace and Sabre Team are still grinding it out.

A sniper at a city hall riot...weapons smugglers in a swamp...a confrontation at a biker bar...bounty hunters...a vigilante group…these are the challenges that Steven Grace and his team of security contractors must deal with as they continue to support the Ontario Premier's efforts to re-unite Canada. But first, the Premier must win an election in her own province where criminal organizations are causing uncontrollable chaos.

Steven Grace is a highly competent leader, but his life is not without problems. In addition to leading dangerous missions, he must deal with a disease that neutralizes his body at inopportune moments, a mother who is seriously ill, a father who wants nothing to do with him, and a tenuous relationship with his former fiancée.

Assassins and Angels: Book 3
Genres: Thrillers, Suspense, Action
Ebook price: $0.99



Steven Grace and Sabre Team are back…with an expanded mission. 

To be successful, the team must deal with the ongoing violence and criminality across all of Ontario that is secretly controlled by Grace's nemesis, sociopathic former army general Alan Flint. In fast-breaking operations, Grace and team must destroy protected weapons caches, deal with criminal biker gangs, save Premier Marcus from an attempt on her life, stop an elite bomb-maker, and face a group of ruthless mercenaries hired by Flint. In addition, Grace continues to face challenges in his personal life, including a former fiancée who appears to be in a relationship with another man.

With all of this facing him, Steven Grace knows his life is going to change.

The Brickbox
Genres: Literary Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Coming of Age Fiction
Ebook price: $0.99



Sometimes hope lives in the most unexpected place.

Jude Zander is a shy, inexperienced small-town girl who has disguised herself as a boy and is on the run from an abusive father. She desperately wants to find her mother who left her without warning. After Jude arrives in the big city, she is confronted by hookers, bikers, and street punks. Her only contact in the city is an aunt who wants nothing to do with her.

Alone and without survival skills, Jude drifts on the streets until she meets Rags and Gunner, two old panhandlers who offer her a place to stay at an old abandoned warehouse they call The Brickbox where Jude meets a diverse group of battered and discarded street people whose resilience, humanity, and humor surprise her. They all do their best to help Jude—all except an ex-cop who wants Jude gone.

When Jude is ultimately forced to face her oppressive father in court, her street friends search for the one witness who can save her.

WL (Bud) Gorman is a former Canadian army officer who dealt with interesting challenges and demanding situations in many parts of the world, including Europe, India, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean. In a second career, he wrote and helped to direct exercises for the Canadian military using various computer simulations and role-playing productions. Today, Bud enjoys Chinese brush painting, tying fishing flies, and is learning to play rock and roll guitar. He and his wife live in the country between two small towns not far from Ottawa. Visit wlgormanstories.com to learn more, get a free novella by signing up for Bud's mailing list, and be sure to follow him online: 

Free online: GetLit! Festival. The GetLit! Festival is Washington State’s longest-running annual literary festival, featuring a diverse lineup of highly sought-after authors and local literary talent. The Festival concludes this Sunday with a full day of online events! Sunday, April 13, 9 AM to 6:30 PM PDT. 

"She read books as one would breathe air, to fill up and live." ~Annie Dillard

Getting onto the invite list is hard, but staying there is even harder. Knightsbridge is one of London's most exclusive addresses. Paisley juggles a budding career as a social columnist turned investigative journalist after she uncovers the hidden crimes. Her best friend, Allegra, reigns as the high society gatekeeper. Along with her friends, Paisley must navigate the reality of living in a place where staying ahead often matters more than morals. From $8.99 - SHOP NOW / 

On sale through April 12: Get the Lancashire Detective Mysteries Boxed set for only 99 cents! That's three complete novels featuring DCI Jonathan Walker, senior detective for the Lancashire Constabulary in North West England: The Ice House, The Pike, and The Tower. Currently a #1 Best Seller in Traditional Detective Mysteries on Amazon. 4.3 stars, 262 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /