Today's Featured Books

Robert Johnston, a New York lawyer at the OSS, and Sarah Leach, a Royal Navy lieutenant with MI6 (code name “Delilah”) meet at an intelligence briefing. Afterwards, they quickly fall in love—and into danger as they track a German double agent, monitoring RAF Bomber Command missions, and rendezvousing with French Resistance fighters. 4.1 stars, 45 ratings on Goodreads. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

New Release: A poetic journal through survival, burnout, rage, and reclamation. This book isn’t self-help—it’s soul excavation. Each chapter blends raw truth, poetic defiance, and haunting questions. For anyone quietly unraveling, it offers no fixes—just fierce honesty, soft rebellion, and the reminder: flickers are still light. From $6.80 - SHOP NOW / 

Eli Asher needs a job. A good job with benefits so he can take care of his family. He thinks he has one but loses it to a member of a secret society that he wants no part of. Until he has no choice but to take a leap of faith that takes him away from his family and on a cross -country adventure doing simple jobs for some incredible people. Along the way, he learns what really matters, adding depth and breadth to his understanding of himself and the world. 4.1 stars, 45 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

500+ Anki Notes with Grammar, Vocabulary, Common Phrases, and Audio Pronunciation. Transform your Arabic skills with this handbook and 500+ easy-to-use flashcards. Drawing on the benefits of the spaced repetition learning system, you’ll find an intuitive path to effortlessly improving your Arabic comprehension and grammar skills. 5.0 stars, 10 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of Madison Love, an award-winning, Amazon best-selling, clean, and contemporary romance writer who loves to intertwine humor and suspense while adding a dash of sweetness. Featured today are three box sets:

• Smoochin' The Best Friend Box Set
• Just4You Matchmaker Series
• The Shining Knight Protectors Box Set

"Love has been blessed with an extraordinary gift for weaving compelling narratives that resonate with her audience." ~Louise Jane, CEO, The Christlit Book Awards

Smoochin' The Best Friend Box Set: Four Christian Small Town Romances

Genres: Women's Christian Fiction
Price: $2.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)

Four heartfelt romance novels filled with faith, family, friendship, and just the right amount of humor.

Welcome to Baggersville, Texas—a town where community matters, cornhole is taken seriously, and love sometimes shows up when you least expect it. Included in this box set: 

• Smoochin’ the Wrong Twin (4.7 stars, 151 ratings): Pop star Joelle Summers comes home to lay low. But her plans to fake-date her childhood crush gets complicated when spending time with his twin brother brings back more than memories. 
• Smoochin’ the Surly CEO (4.8 stars, 134 ratings): Beloved art teacher Gabby has kept friends at a distance to protect her secret. Surly CEO Tim failed once when he pursued her, but he’s determined to get it right the second time.
• Smoochin’ the Right Twin (4.8 stars, 100 ratings): Influencer Merdy returns to Baggersville for a reset in her career. But Hunter, her longtime friend, has been waiting for a chance at romance. 
• Smoochin’ the Reticent Ranger (4.8 stars, 134 ratings): Wounded warrior Ace returns to piece together his life. Elise, a warrior in her own right, decides their happily-ever-after is worth fighting for.

★★★★★ "A sweet, swoon-worthy, clean romance with a lovely life lesson woven throughout." ~Goodreads Review of Smoochin' the Wrong Twin

Just4You Matchmaker Series: Sweet and Clean Romantic Suspense

Genres: Clean & Wholesome Romance
Price: $4.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)

Three fun, light-hearted, swoon-worthy romantic suspense stories that have a touch of sweetness and a dash of humor.

• Matchmaking The Undercover Agent (4.8 stars, 97 ratings): Amelia is a matchmaker who’s never been matched. Ethan is a famous rockstar and her brother’s best friend. He’s sexy. He’s sweet. And he’s completely off-limits.
• Matchmaking The Grumpy Doctor (4.6 stars, 114 ratings): A nurse should never fall in love with a patient, but no one said anything about their grumpy, silver fox, single dad.
• Matchmaking The Firefighter (4.6 stars, 109 ratings): What happens when the matchmaker pairs an arson investigator with a sexy firefighter who has a hero complex? You get a case of mistaken identity, a fake fiancé, and a world of trouble.

★★★★★ "Great series! All 5-star books!" ~Amazon Review

The Shining Knight Protectors Box Set: Six Sweet, Christian Romantic Suspense Stories

Genres: Women's Christian Fiction
Price: $9.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)

Six intertwined Christian romantic suspense stories that are action-packed and filled with love, humor, and intrigue.

• Valiant (4.7 stars, 159 ratings): My job is to save lives, but when I start fearing for my own, my family hires a protection specialist who happens to be my secret crush. 
• Honor Bound (4.8 stars, 112 ratings): When I left the love of my life under the cover of darkness, I never imagined I'd return the same way.
• Worthy (4.7 stars, 133 ratings): Undercover as a nanny, I protect a billionaire hockey player and his spirited daughter while hiding my true identity.
• Resolute (4.7 stars, 120 ratings): As a foster mom to six rambunctious kids, my peaceful life turns chaotic when a new arrival—a drug lord's son—draws danger. 
• Daring (4.8 stars, 128 ratings): Discovering I have a brother is one thing; protecting his best friend, Detective Elijah Kincaid, is another.
• Fearless (4.8 stars, 120 ratings): When my parents vanish during a couples' retreat, I’ll do anything to find them—even marrying my father’s best friend.

Winner: 2025 Christlit Book Award

About the Author

Madison Love has spent most of her life traveling abroad, discovering new places, and meeting wonderful people. It only took twenty years in the military before settling in a rural town outside of Buffalo, New York, where she now lives on a forty-acre farm with her husband, son, and two dogs. Having been afforded the time and opportunity to bring her ideas and stories to life, she seeks to give her readers the "happy-ever-after" they seek, but with a dash of intrigue. Learn more at MadisonLoveRomance.com where you can also sign up for her ARC Team and her e-mail list—scroll to the bottom of any page to sign up! Be sure to also follow Madison online:
 

      

Free online: "Howl" by Allen Ginsberg. Join staff of the New York Public Library on the third Saturday of each month for an online-only discussion of a wide range of poetry from classics to contemporary. This month: "Howl" by Allen Ginsberg. Saturday, June 21, 10 AM EDT. 

"In my dreams you walk dripping from a sea-journey on the highway across America." ~Allen Ginsberg, "Howl"

The flock of swearing crows is normal. The earthquakes and murder spree are not. To graduate, will she have to fend off a devilish destiny? St. Lucifer’s School for Girls is a humorous horror story. If you like dark themes, clever twists, and gruesome laughter, then you’ll love A.M. Caplan’s gory imaginings. 4.1 stars, 172 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

A collection of six interwoven pieces that tell the life of Maggie. From her Depression-era youth, to the glamorous 1940s of Hollywood and coastal California, to her return to the rural Midwest. Bittersweet and poignant, celebratory and inspiring. 4.3 stars, 48 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Liliann has loved First Rider since he saved her father's life. But he married his childhood sweetheart, and Lilann faded into the background. When First Rider's wife is kidnapped and dies, First Rider is grief-stricken until he is called upon to heal Liliann. Could this be their second chance at love? But then a whisper arises: his first wife might still be alive. Join First Rider and Liliann as they journey into the Rocky Mountains to discover a truth that might bring joy or destroy them both. 4.3 stars, 25 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

After a crushing breakup and a string of unfulfilling bookstore retail jobs, Veronica relocates to a small town on the Oregon coast. Through a series of prophetic dreams, she uncovers her Beloved. And he’s a literal rock star. But he’s facing his own struggles while trying to pursue his soul desire of healing others with his music. A psychic romance that can also serve as a guidebook for anyone seeking their Beloved or Soulmate. "A refreshingly magical romance." ~Amazon Review. 4.9 stars, 30 ratings. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Cassey Blake knew she had to leave home after high school graduation. She couldn't spend another night in the same house with her abusive stepfather. With no money, Cassey learns that life on the streets is hard for a teenage girl. Long-haul trucker Jason McBride offers her hope, but homelessness has taught Cassey to trust no one. "A moving story about love." ~Amazon review. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Pioneers crossing the Oregon Trail...American Legionnaires returning from the Great War...pilots soaring across skies while dodging anti-aircraft flak...Rosie the Riveters sacrificing life as homemakers and mothers to weld ships and pound rivets into aircraft wings...these are the stories author Julie McDonald Zander loves to share. Read on to learn more about her critically acclaimed historical fiction and biographies.

Bonus: Sign up for Julie's newsletter and get a FREE copy of Retracing the Oregon Trail in Pictures, a color pictorial of the route traveled by thousands of early pioneers in the 19th century.

Shattered Peace: A Century of Silence

A forgotten diary. A century-old secret. A town still haunted by its past.

When former Navy Seabee Colleen Holmes inherits an old house in Centralia, Washington, she sees it as a chance to escape her own ghosts and start anew. But when she discovers a faded diary and a bundle of love letters, she unveils the tragic choices that shattered lives and fractured a town, and learns that the wounds of yesterday still shape today.

Inspired by true events, Shattered Peace is a gripping time-slip novel of love, loss, and the echoes of history that refuse to fade. Perfect for fans of The Alice Network and The Girl You Left Behind, this haunting tale of resilience, redemption, and the pursuit of truth will linger long after the final page.

Praise for Shattered Peace
"A heartbreaking story of families torn apart." ~Melanie Dobson, author of Catching the Wind

"Forges new paths toward peace and understanding in ways readers won’t see coming." ~Midwest Book Review

"An incredible dual-time story." ~Leslie Gould, A Brighter Dawn

The Reluctant Pioneer

A pioneer woman’s journey, inspired by a true story.

Matilda Koontz cherishes her life as a wife and mother on a Missouri farm. But her hardworking husband wants to claim free farmland in the Pacific Northwest, so in the spring of 1847, Matilda and Nicholas Koontz and their sons embark on a grueling journey westward on the Oregon Trail.

Disease, accidents, starvation, and a multitude of hazards threaten Matilda's family on their journey, causing her to wonder if they will reach the trail’s end and if the babe growing inside her will survive. But when tragedy strikes, the question changes: How can she possibly continue?

Praise for The Reluctant Pioneer
"A heart-rending, beautiful tale inspiring us to relate to the courage, heartbreak, and joys of an amazing woman.” ~Barbara Tifft Blakey, Bertie’s War

"Captures the unwavering hope of one woman who began the walk to Oregon Territory in 1847." ~Melanie Dobson, Where the Trail Ends

"A must-read for fans of historical fiction and of strong women.” ~Dawn Shipman, author of the Lost Stones of Argonia Series

Winning a War

Stories of those who served, suffered, and sacrificed during WWII.

Ten Southwest Washington residents describe their participation in the fight to protect our freedoms...

A Dutch woman recalls her brothers' activities in the Dutch resistance, the Jews who took refuge on their family farm, and the price paid by her family when the Nazis arrived... Three survivors of the attack at Pearl Harbor share their views of the battle from the USS California, the USS Nevada, and Ford Island... After the Japanese torpedoe the USS Selfridge, a sailor salvages materials to build an ice cream maker and boost the crew's morale... A Northwest native in the Sixth Army Rangers raises the flag on Dingagat Island in the Philippines, heralding General Douglas MacArthur's return... and more.

Praise for Winning a War
★★★★★ "An amazing account of veterans and heroes who fought to keep us free during World War II.” ~Amazon Review

★★★★★ "Amazing true stories of World War II." ~Goodreads Review

About the Author

          

Free online: The Writers' Room After Hours. Join The Writer's Room of Boston for an interview with Mable Chan, journalist, writer, producer, and founder of One in a Billion Productions, a film-focused multi-media nonprofit. Her current writing projects include a memoir and a TV pilot. Wednesday, June 18, 7:30 - 8:30 EDT.

"Productivity is a trap. There will always be too much to do." ~Mable Chan

Award-winning fiction that pushes boundaries. Winner of The BookFest Psychological Thriller Award and PenCraft Intrigue Award. A gripping, dark southern saga. In a 90s-era Kentucky fueled by sex, drugs, and violence, the Cunninghams will stop at nothing to find The Temple, a place of unimaginable wealth and glory. 5.0 stars, 37 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

"A propulsive medical thriller." ~USA Today bestselling author Kristen Bird. On a cruise ship sailing across the Atlantic, Dr. Peter Palma expects to treat passengers for minor ailments. But violence erupts as a vile affliction pits loved ones against each other. With the morgue overflowing and the ship bearing down on New York, Peter must fight delirium to neutralize the threat. But sometimes primal urges are impossible to resist. "Claustrophobic, haunting, and razor-sharp." ~Readers' Favorite. 5.0 stars, 17 ratings. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

An enthralling journey that will leave you breathless. Imagine if the stories you've heard about Jesus and Mary Magdalene, both from religious traditions and new age spirituality, only scratched the surface of their true tale. What if their extraordinary journey could unlock a deeper, more fulfilling experience in your own life today? Prepare to be captivated by the untold tale of the profound bond between Mary and Yeshua (known as Jesus Christ)—and how their story resonates with your own life, here and now. 4.6 stars, 44 ratings. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Regine Marchand, an accomplished equestrian with a championship in sight, meets Camerona MacIntyre, an overbearing Dom. Fascinated by Regine's cool façade, Cameron senses her passion. Submitting to the Irishman brings Regine new levels of pleasure. When an unknown enemy targets her for revenge, she and Cameron must discover who wants to keep her from competing, possibly killing her in the process. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

It's not every day you meet an amateur sleuth...with fangs. If you enjoy comic fantasy whodunits filled with humorous hijinks, murderous mayhem, and mythical beasts, you’ll love this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery. Follow Duncan, a dragon and amateur sleuth, as he fumbles through his first murder case with help from a chain-smoking unicorn, an aura-spotting centaur, and plenty of perfectly cooked omelets. 4.1 stars, 183 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

A Supernatural Sci-Fi Romance. The present is filled with technology. The future is filled with desolation. And in between, a group of Spectrals discover their supernatural powers to stand against one man playing God. In 2104, the futuristic present, Angelia enjoys her solitary life amid books and robotic technology until she falls for a man with silver eyes. In 2125, the dystopian future, Marina fills her isolated days maintaining her high-tech compound and coping with being one of the few surviving human beings on Earth. One day, a traveler appears at her door and changes everything. 4.2 stars, 61 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of Dr. Evette Rose, Holistic Counsellor, Ph.D., MBA, and author of 19 books written to support people in their healing journeys. 

In today's special edition newsletter, we are focusing on three of Dr. Rose's books—including a FREE e-book:

• Restoring the Emotional Body - new release available as a free e-book
• Metaphysical Anatomy - 4.7 stars, 1400+ ratings on Amazon.com
• Abundant Mindset - Breaking Through Financial Barriers

You can see all of Dr. Rose's books at MetaphysicalAnatomy.com, where you can also learn about several free online master classes (including one on June 18!) and other offerings from Dr. Rose, including Metaphysical Coaching Technique, Workshops, Self-Paced Courses, and Healing Retreats. 

Restoring the Emotional Body: A Practical Guide to Feeling Again

New release: June 5, 2025
Genres: Self-Help, Emotional Self-Help
Paperback: $6.73
E-book: FREE download from the author (Also available for $0.99 via Amazon.com, free via Kindle Unlimited.)

YOUR BODY REMEMBERS WHAT YOUR MIND TRIES TO FORGET

Have you ever felt stuck—not just in your thoughts, but in your body? Like something deep inside is frozen, aching, waiting to be acknowledged? Restoring the Emotional Body is not just a book—it’s a sanctuary for anyone who’s tired of “keeping it together” while silently falling apart.

This deeply compassionate guide explores the emotional, neurological, and metaphysical roots of your pain—without overwhelming you with medical jargon or academic theory. This is a simple, easy-to-read book designed for real people with real emotions, who are ready to finally understand what their body has been trying to say.

Bonus: Healing Meditation with Guided Healing Session Video

Metaphysical Anatomy: Your Body is Talking, Are You Listening?

Genres: Mental & Spiritual Healing, Personal Transformation Self-Help
4.7 stars, 1400+ ratings
Paperback: $45.95

Decode the hidden messages behind mental and physical ailments.

Under each disease, you will find emotional components and precise key points that guide you toward effective alternative healing methods and help you uncover the core issues. Metaphysical Anatomy explores diseases from A to Z, revealing the emotional components connected to each condition and providing practical insights on how to approach them to improve your quality of life. The book also includes reflective questions to support you in diving deeper into your psychosomatic journey and offers a step-by-step guide for identifying the psychosomatic patterns linked to medical issues. 

Whether you are an experienced alternative healing practitioner or someone exploring self-healing for the first time, this book will become an invaluable resource.

Abundant Mindset: Breaking Through Financial Barriers

Genres: Personal Transformation, Self-Help
Paperback: $17.95
E-book: $15.95

Break through financial barriers to create prosperity and abundance.

A great guide to getting your money in order and becoming successful. Manifest success and heal blocks to abundance. Get clear about your values and ancestry to empower your financial future. Create awareness around your relationship to money for lasting change.

If you can resolve and release these issues, you will open yourself up to a more prosperous future. Once you identify your blocks, you can start working on resolving them. With a little effort, you can transform your finances and set yourself up for prosperity.
 

About the Author
Dr. Evette Rose is a Holistic Counsellor, Ph.D., MBA, author of 19 books, Leader in Somatic and Psychosomatics, founder of Metapsychology Coaching™, Metaphysical Anatomy Technique, Integrative Soulful Therapy (IST), YouTuber, speaker, and author of 19 books. She strives to support people in their healing journeys and is best known for her work in helping people recover from the trauma of their past, as well as addressing psychosomatic symptoms and freeing them to live successful and fulfilling lives. She's internationally famous for writing Metaphysical Anatomy Volume 1, a book of 722 medical ailments and their hidden emotional and somatic patterns. She also wrote Psychosomatics of Children, including hundreds of children's ailments and their psychosomatic patterns. Learn more at MetaphysicalAnatomy.com, and be sure to also follow her online: 
 

        

Free online: Rogue Reads - A Crime Spree, a fun online event where authors discuss not just their latest crime novels, but also share recipes for their favorite drinks and snacks. Tonight's line-up includes Christina Dodd, author of Thus With a Kiss I Die; Vaseem Khan, The Girl in Cell A; Delia Pitts, Death of an Ex; and Ryan Pote, Blood and Treasure. Monday, June 16, 6 PM CDT. 

"Life is about working out who the bad guy is." ~Sophie Hannah

Advances in genetic medicine are transforming the age-old lottery of DNA. Through real stories and scientific breakthroughs, this book examines how we can now read and edit our genes—offering hope for inherited disease and also raising profound ethical questions. 4.8 stars, 60 ratings. From $7.50. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

A woman in witness protection after inadvertently saving a serial killer's life receives a letter from the serial killer, asking if she's ready to die. That's when the bodies start dropping around her. 4.4 stars, 33 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Suspense, Dark Secrets, and Revenge with a Twist. All her life, Callista Jones endured mockery and bullying because she was extremely unattractive—until one final humiliation shatters the last of her restraint. With chilling precision, she embarks on a campaign of retribution, each punishment tailored to match the pain inflicted by her tormentors. But vengeance is a dangerous path. Will retribution bring her peace, or will it consume her entirely? From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

In 2051, a disastrous solar storm hits the Earth. It causes a global EMP, destroying almost all digital devices and power supplies. The world descends into barbarism and chaos. An artificial superintelligence in a protected bunker takes over. Julia (age 17) and Winston (age 18) must fight tooth and nail to stay alive. How far would YOU go to survive in a post-apocalyptic world? 4.6 stars, 49 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /