Today's Featured Books

A raw and unfiltered journey through the world of entrepreneurship. Kunal Gupta’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and relentless pursuit of vision. This book breathes the realities of startup life, the difficult decisions, and the unconventional strategies that lead to success. More than just a business memoir, this is a handbook for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to think outside the box and have a lasting impact. 4.9 stars, 38 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on Moonlight in Glenwood from Lita Hunt and Aynsley J. Fraser, an urban fantasy series that follows the adventures of Evie and Laika, two strong heroines (who also happen to be werewolves) with a diverse supporting cast in the supernatural world of Glenwood.

★★★★★ "A hidden gem in the urban fantasy genre." ~Amazon Review

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Moonburn

Evie and Laika are werewolves working part-time as Moonlighters for the supernatural task force, MOONS. Neither is ready to give up her day job yet because when trouble is afoot, their pack, Night Claw, isn’t getting the call. No one believes a pair of barely-trained, late twenties werewolves are ready for more than domestic disturbances.

However, when a magical murder mystery shatters the peace of their Californian suburb, it’s all Moonlighters on deck. With suspects ranging from vampires to witches, no clues to go on, and murders starting to pile up, Night Claw finally has an opportunity to prove themselves.

Can Evie and Laika rise to the challenge before anarchy spreads through Glenwood?

★★★★★ "An awesome mix of paranormal/action." ~Amazon Review

★★★★★ "A breath of fresh air." ~Amazon Review

Corrupted Moons

Evie and Laika have been chasing down leads to find the Glenwood Anarchist. But after nearly two months, the supernatural task force MOONS is no closer to stopping the magical attacks than before. Instead, the pool of suspects keeps growing...

The Night Claw pack may have found a connection between the previous attacks. However, information is hard to come by, and their sources aren’t exactly conventional. Tensions are starting to rise between Evie and Laika as they struggle to agree. Especially as signs start to point toward someone close to the pack.

Can Evie and Laika trust their fellow moonlighters, or will this become a witch hunt?

★★★★★ "An excellent sequel!" ~Amazon Review

Lunacy

After the upheaval of the last few months, Evie and Laika try to settle back into their regular lives. However, new jobs, new relationships, and a growing need for better gear make finding a comfortable pattern impossible. Toss in going back to school, and the Night Claw pack is at its breaking point.

When a spree of maulings rips a bloody path across Los Angeles and Glenwood, there are no suspects in sight and too many victims for just one werewolf. Poised for a chance to really break into the big leagues of moonlighting, Evie and Laika are on the case. However, as people around them start disappearing, this spree might get personal. Can Evie and Laika find the source of the maulings before they lose their minds?

★★★★★ "I loved where it picked up from the end of Corrupted Moons, still carrying some threads from the previous books while also moving on to some new events in the lives of Evie, Laika, and company." ~Amazon Review

About the Authors

    

The Smithsonian Libraries include 21 specialized research libraries that support the Smithsonian Institution’s museums and research centers. Individually, each of these libraries is among the world’s greatest repositories of knowledge for the specialized fields they support. Collectively they are among America’s greatest scientific and cultural treasures. 

The Libraries are currently offering two free online exhibits: Nature of the Book explores early handmade books, and Music HerStory focuses on women and the music of social change. 

"Sing from your heart, and the world will listen." ~Mahalia Jackson

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on Murder Under Redwood Moon by Sherri L. Dodd, a #1 Best Seller in the Occult Supernatural and Supernaturalism categories. This cozy paranormal murder mystery is sure to be fun read for mystery junkies as well as for fans of modern fantasy fiction and witchcraft.

★★★★★ "A compelling blend of the mystical and the macabre." ~K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite

Murder Under Redwood Moon

At the age of eight, Arista Kelly was whisked off to an isolated town in the California Redwoods. Two days later, her parents were gone. Now at the age of twenty-three, Arista has settled into an eclectic lifestyle, much like her Great Aunt Bethie, who has been Arista's guardian since childhood.

But Arista's tranquil life in the Santa Cruz Mountains takes a dark turn when her recurring visions and a ghostly presence disrupt her peaceful existence. With a penchant for herbs and crystals and a connection to nature, Arista's unique lifestyle intertwines with the mysterious events unfolding around her. The discovery of a classmate's body and the looming threat of a serial killer force Arista to confront the encroaching darkness in her once-idyllic mountain sanctuary.

Praise for Murder Under Redwood Moon
★★★★★ "An energetic and suspenseful witchcraft-filled murder mystery." ~Chelsey Tucker, Independent Book Review

★★★★★ "An engaging and atmospheric novel that skillfully blends elements of realistic mystery with the supernatural." ~K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite

★★★★★ "A thrilling supernatural mystery." ~Amy's Bookshelf Reviews

Literary Titan Award Winner: "Dodd’s skillful fusion of nature reverence, supernatural themes, and suspenseful plot twists results in a narrative brimming with intrigue and a touch of witchy allure." ~Literary Titan

About the Author

  

• Playing Horseshoes With Aliens
• Buchanan's Express: Adventures in Intergalatic Trucking
• Crater Stumble

Playing Horseshoes With Aliens

Laugh at the cosmos when UFO chaser Dale, along with his two friends, get pulled into a strange horseshoe contest hosted by a gnome-shaped, banjo-playing alien! It gets crazy when they fight off thugs who want the same mysterious horseshoes. This could result in an invasion of alien laughter. This is not a government cover up.  

★★★★★ "An enjoyable and fun reading experience for all ages." ~Amazon Review

★★★★★ "Good story about senior citizens saving the world. Loved it." ~Amazon Review

Buchanan's Express: Adventures in Intergalatic Trucking

Interstellar trucking would have been a dream job for Buchanan, also known as Buck, until her husband was murdered by hijackers. With her new partner, Slick, she must move cargo across the galaxy while avoiding pirates. When offered a large payday, Buck decides to transport a mystery box to a pirate-controlled planet. Will she and Slick succeed? 

★★★★★ "This book had me on the edge of my seat then in tears. Proof that the stars are not the limit." ~Amazon Review

Crater Stumble

Caley, a small-town sheriff, found the job much like any other small-town law enforcement officer. Crater Stumble is primarily a peaceful farming village. The town is unlike any other in one regard. It sits on an alien planet. When her hometown found itself in the middle of an alien war, she had to organize and arm a community of farmers with alien weapons. What was once a serene community will become a battlefield for the residents of Crater Stumble.

★★★★★ "What an adventure! Loved it." ~Amazon Review

We usually share information about online events or book giveaways in this space, but today, we're offering up something a little different: start your weekend by sitting back and enjoying a recording of "These Days," a song written by Jackson Browne and covered by artists from Cher to Glen Campbell, and from St. Vincent to Drake, perhaps most famously by Nico. This version of "These Days" was recorded by The Brothers Comatose and A.J. Lee. Enjoy!  

"I'll keep on moving
moving on
Things are bound to be improving
these days."
~Jackson Browne

The Starship Freedom is just a museum ship. Until the aliens attack! Get the Starship Freedom super box set: Four complete novels of military science fiction and space opera from the USA Today bestselling author of Earthrise. For fans of Battlestar Galactica and Starship Troopers. "Nonstop action!" ~Vine Voice Review. 4.3 stars, 650+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

This is the enthralling, suspenseful, and magical first book in the Wings of Valenia fantasy trilogy, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Robin McKinley: "I was Father's heir now, and one day I'd be queen. But when I looked at Mother, Adana, and Orla and imagined flying, somehow the thought of being queen didn't comfort me." 4.0 stars, 22 ratings on Amazon.com. From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

Lilla must recruit the biggest and most dangerous army in the Seven Galaxies, but the Teryn emperor will not comply unless Lilla earns the blessing of the Teryn Guardian Goddess Laoise. Dealing with gods is never easy. Guardian Goddess Laoise’s condition for bestowing her blessing is for Lilla to bring her the mysterious Heart Amulet. Now Lilla is trapped in a strange place with no way out, no idea where to go or how to find the amulet. Book 2 in The Last Lumenian series. 4.3 stars, 900+ ratings on Goodreads. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Navy SEAL Caleb Rowe has a second chance with his first love, Livi, a former ballerina whose passion is to wipe out oppression and abuses of dancers. But just as they find each other again, Livi finds herself the target of terrorists. Now she might not live to make her dreams come true—or to have a second chance with Caleb. 4.5 stars 159 ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

One in a Million

This book is a heartfelt journey into motherhood, filled with personal experiences and valuable advice. It covers all stages of pregnancy, from planning and medical preparation to childbirth and the first months of motherhood. The book provides recommendations on nutrition, physical activity, medical examinations, and psychological support. It will be a reliable companion for expectant mothers, helping them navigate this important and wonderful period of life.

Praise for One in a Million
★★★★★ "A must-read for anyone planning for or already embarking on parenthood." ~Nataliia S, Kobo Review

★★★★★ "A reliable companion for expectant mothers, helping them navigate this important and wonderful period of life." ~Denis M., Amazon Review

★★★★★ "An incredible personal story that deserves the attention of those who plan to have children. Great and practical tips that will be valuable both during the second half of pregnancy and after birth." ~Roman B., Kobo Review

Free online: Perugia and Raphael. Along with Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino (known simply as "Raphael" to the English-speaking world) was one of the great painters of the High Renaissance. Perhaps best known for The School of Athens (shown above), young Raphael spent years in Perugia where he painted seven of his works. Join Partizia Blanquart, archaeologist, art historian, and licensed tour guide in Italy, for this live stream tour of the places once visited and the roads once treaded by Raffaello in Perugia. Thursday, August 22, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CDT. 

"When one is painting, one does not think." ~Raphael

Her anger enveloped her. Witch. So that was what she was to them. Anda always knew she was different. Little did she know how that difference would change her life. Dagsbrun knew he was a monster... he had been called that since birth. Yet, as he raged against his immortality, he dared to dream of finding peace. Enter the world of the Vale, ruled by elves and vampires and destined for destruction—unless a prophecy can be fulfilled, and two individuals who are complete opposites can find something in common. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /