Today's Featured Books

The Art Of Going Green by JJ Millen

Book of the Day

We’re taking more from the Earth than we’re giving back, and the effects—extreme weather, environmental degradation—are undeniable. Climate change feels overwhelming, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try. This book offers easy, budget-friendly tips for eco-friendly living, from green cleaning to minimalist wardrobes and reusable products. Save money, live healthier, and reduce stress while helping the planet. Discover how rewarding green living can be! 4.3 stars, 10 ratings. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - Trouble in Mudbug by Jana DeLeon

Romance

Scientist Maryse Robicheaux thought a lot of her problems had gone away with her mother-in-law’s death. The woman was rude, pushy, and used her considerable wealth to run herd over the entire town of Mudbug, Louisiana. Unfortunately, death doesn’t slow down Helena one bit, and Agent Luc LeJeune’s arrival in town is yet another complication for Maryse. Book 1 in the Ghost-in-Law Mystery/Romance series. 4.4 stars, 18,900+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


FREE - Wild Evolution by C. Fern Cook

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

When Dan defends his horses from a wild dog attack, he unknowingly becomes cursed and is forced to cover up what appears to be a human murder. Struggling with heightened senses and a deepening connection to the wild, he battles to protect local wildlife from a housing development, only to find himself implicated in another death. As the investigation closes in, Dan wrestles with his dark secret and his hope for a future amidst chaos. FREE - SHOP NOW


The Chelsea Milliner by Annie R McEwen

Romance

Twelfth Night, 1820, London. Amelia's hat shop in Chelsea has gone up in smoke, along with her dreams. Witty and handsome Hugh Fyne comes to her rescue, but is he there to save heror seduce her? Hugh’s heart leaps to its own conclusions. He must have Amelia and he will, if she doesn’t discover his shocking secret. Betrayal and horror in Revolutionary France haunt Amelia. Memories of war and a father’s villainy ravage Hugh. One woman sick of lies. One man lying for love. One night is all they've got. Is it enough? From $3.99 - SHOP NOW


Vision Board by Netta Reads

General Nonfiction

Chart your course, visualize your success, and bring your dreams to life. This powerful vision board journal is designed to help you clarify your goals and manifest them into reality. This guided tool encourages you to focus on what truly matters, allowing you to set intentions, map out dreams, and create a visual representation of your future. With this vision board journal, you're not just dreaming—you’re planning for success, personal growth, and intentional living. $12.99 - SHOP NOW


The Healer’s Journey by Geoffrey Schmitt

Children and Young Adult

In the shadowed world of medieval England, Brother Alaric—a humble monk with a miraculous gift of healing—embarks on a journey that will test the very depths of his faith. From exorcisms that leave lasting scars to mystical encounters during quiet retreats, Alaric must confront the dark forces that haunt both body and soul. When a devastating plague strikes, Alaric’s ministry reaches a breaking point, as he risks everything to bring hope to the hopeless. For readers age 10-18. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Spotlight on Fantasy & Paranormal Romance from VJ Silvey

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Get a FREE copy of Cursed by Fate, Book 1 of the Between Ruin and Salvation Paranormal Romance Series!

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of VJ Silvey, author of fantasy and paranormal romance. 

VJ's characters include wolf shifters, witches, vampires, fae, kickass heroines, and "a few alphaholes." You'll also find plenty of heat in the romance storylines, realistic adult themes, violence, betrayal, and humor.

Read on for an introduction to VJ's work via three of her novels:

Cursed by Fate

Book 1 of the Between Ruin and Salvation Series
Genre: Paranormal Romance
4.4 stars, 65 ratings
Paperback: $9.99
E-book: FREE



Abandoned by her parents. Forced to betray her mate. Pushed to battle her vicious Alpha.

Stranded at ten years old with no memory of her childhood, Ava spent the past ten years training to be a fierce fighter whose skills rival any wolf shifter in the pack.

Her idyllic life is thrown into chaos when she realizes her power-hungry Alpha intends to overthrow the Supernatural Council, making himself the Wolf King. But her uncle’s secrets stand in the way, and they are in danger of discovery.

When the Alpha’s son, Derek, shows up for private lessons, her world is shaken by the threat his presence poses and his obsessive pursuit of her. Struggling between her inexplicable attraction to him and her fear of losing everything, she feels cursed to lose her heart, as well as her life.

Can she resist Derek’s charms and keep their secrets safe, or will she be able to turn him against his own father?

★★★★★ "Fantasy with a dash of romance and a hefty dose of intrigue." ~Goodreads Review


Wild in Spirit

Book 1 of the Between Fear and Obsession Series
Genre: Paranormal Romance
4.3 stars, 25 ratings
Paperback: $12.99
E-book: $4.99 (Free via Kindle Unlimited)



Darling party girl of the wolf shifter world, Bailey Easton's fun-loving ways disguise a handful of secrets that no one would suspect.

While most wolf shifters go out on the mating tour excited to find their fated mates, Bailey wears a scent-disguising necklace designed to keep her hidden. She has no desire for a mate or even to live the pack life. Not only does she secretly run the supernatural world's news channel, but she has bigger and better plans beyond what the wolf and witch community can offer. 

Between fear of being trapped in a life she would hate and an obsessive stalker, Bailey finds that she doesn’t even understand what she truly wants, especially when she's forced to meet her mate and break his heart. Will she cave to her own instincts or resist beyond the expectations for every shifter female?

★★★★★ "Great shifter romance." ~Amazon Review


Wrecked by Chance

New release: December 31, 2024
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
Paperback: $12.99
E-book: $0.99


 


What happens when your second chance turns into your greatest fear?

Bold, confident, and beautiful, Dina Ryder looks like she has her whole life together. Daughter of a prominent Minnesota Alpha, a well-trained fighter, and an intuitive and aggressive businesswoman, she’s spent years making a name for herself in the supernatural world.

But she’s also 28 years old, unmated, and considered a pack burden by wolf shifter standards—the firstborn passed over for the son. Despite everything, she’s just a female novelty, a prize to be won, and nothing more. After ten unsuccessful years looking for her fated mate and for her place in life, the dormant fears of inadequacy begin to overwhelm her, convincing her she’ll never find happiness or the life she’s dreamed of...until she meets him.

But Alpha Morris shoulders his own burden, a secret passed from generation to generation in his pack. One that will strip Dina of every freedom, of everything she’s ever worked for…and one that will endanger her very life.

★★★★★ "Vampire attacks, two kidnappings, an unexpected fated mate twist, and more than enough spice to fuel the suspense and anticipation." ~Goodreads Review


About the Author
VJ Silvey writes about wolf shifters, witches, vampires and fae. With kickass heroines, a few alphaholes to get in line, and plenty of shenanigans, you’ll never predict what’s coming next in her stories. Between the humor, the drama, and the romance, her books will leave you wanting more. A Texas native, who loves to travel, she sees invisible worlds in every destination. English teacher by day, author by night, VJ sneaks in as much reading and writing as possible after her two toddlers go to bed. Learn more at VioletJeanWrites.com; sign up for her newsletter for freebies, updates, and upcoming releases; and be sure to follow her online:
 
          


Spotlight on the Shock Pepper epic sci-fi/fantasy series

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Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on Shock Pepper: Part 1 by Blox Widdle Manor, the first book of the new Shock Pepper epic sci-fi/fantasy series.

"I've always been a big fan of stories that intertwine and characters that cross paths throughout the story, and this book is going to give you just that." ~Annalisereads, TikTok Reviewer


Shock Pepper: Part 1

New release: December 2024
Book 1 in the Shock Pepper Series
Genre: Epic Sci-Fi/Fantasy
E-book price: $0.99



The Shock Pepper realm is a multiverse where there exists a planet very much like our own earth, full of corruption, deceit, and greed, and where storylines intertwine across space and time and across different universes.

Part 1 is set in the Shock Pepper realm and includes mind-bending twists and gray characters. The first part of this series sets the base for how the storylines intertwine and clash, spreading across time and universes.

The multiple storylines of Shock Pepper

  • Storyline1: Sam is jobless and leads a sad life. His friend Adrian introduces him to a witch, who provides a magic potion that can put Sam to sleep for ten years. Sam drinks it to escape the tough times. He wakes up in a hospital three months later with a pregnant woman by his side who claims to be his wife and tells Sam that he had a head injury that makes him hallucinate about the witch.
  • Storyline 2: Just when Priya is content with life, her loving husband, and a darling child, tragedy strikes. Between her encounter with the witch and an investigation leading into murky part of the world, things become darker every day.
  • Storyline 3: Brianna loves Sam but her life goes in a turmoil when something horrible happens. And a baby enters her life. She tries to find what the mysterious yet powerful Miss Revorg and Adrian are up to. She overhears a conversation that she shouldn't have.
  • Storyline 4: Laborers and dumpster workers go into a minimum wage protest, demanding a rise in pay. The one-dollar protests kickstart a revolution, something that breaks into a countrywide moment. But things are not what they seem.
  • Storyline 5: Jordan Ganathy takes a Witch's help to get back his lost leg. The Witch gives him a deal that he cannot resist. But the deal has catches.
  • Storyline 6: Jeff, a bumbling but lovable policeman, has a schizophrenic wife and nasty colleagues. Dead bodies show up randomly in the village. And then comes the monster behind the marsh.

About the Author

Blox Widdle Manor loves to write mind-bending dark fantasy and epic sci-fi stories. Learn more at ShockPepper.com and follow the author on X/Twitter.


Free online Sunday: Drawing & Painting for All Levels

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Free online: Drawing & Painting for Beginners, Amateurs, and Experts. Interested in drawing or painting? Then this may be the session for you. No experience required! This is a bi-weekly session of 1.5 hours, with different activities for beginners, amateurs, and professionals. Next session is Sunday, December 29, 12:00 - 1:30 PM CST.

“Whether you succeed or not is irrelevant. There is no such thing. Making your unknown known is the important thing.” ~Georgia O’Keeffe


Stars and Soil by Dax Murray

Book of the Day

Determined to end her unwanted royal engagement to the spoiled prince, Caitlin joins the revolutionaries and agrees to be their spy. Now she must uncover the dark powers behind the throne or her rebellion will fail and she will become the weapon of an enemy far more terrifying than a tyrannical prince. "Filled with rich lore and compelling characters." ~Amazon Review. 4.1 stars, 17 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW


The Brickbox by WL Gorman

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Jude Zander is an inexperienced small-town girl on the run from an abusive father, searching for a mother who left her without warning. Jude has no idea how to survive in a city, until she meets two old panhandlers who offer her a place to stay at a place they call The Brickbox. When forced to face her oppressive father in court, Jude's street friends search for the one witness who might save her. But will their search be successful? For teen, young adult, and adult readers. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW


Spearthrower by D. Braisted

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Kim's magical journey into deep space will blur the line between reality and hallucinations, intertwining her fate with an ancient tribe and alien beings. Will her mission reveal humanity's purpose or prove that humans are nothing but cosmic refuse? Happy New Year to all on Earth and elsewhere. 4.4 stars, 19 ratings. From $3.99 SHOP NOW


The Compass Point by Patty Duffy

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

It’s the 1980s, and countries are falling away from the Soviet Union like dominoes. Archie, an orphaned young Israeli man, shows promise under his mentor, a powerhouse international banker from Vienna. Archie’s financial acumen makes him a successful, wealthy consultant and philanthropist known throughout Europe. Yet all the money Archie gives away won’t assuage his guilt for a broken promise. When a beautiful Palestinian lawyer introduces Archie to a rising dissident leader, will it bring danger to him and those he loves? From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - Dark Desire by Summer Cooper

Romance

Tall, dark and dangerous… That’s what Emily wants for her birthday this year! None of her family seems to remember her special day. Her family had always been too busy for her. Perhaps that was the curse of being born rich. But this year, she wants a little more. She's going to spend her birthday the way she wants. Now she just needs the perfect man who knows how to please her. Preferably someone tall, dark and dangerous. 4.2 stars, 1200+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


From Darkness To Light by Danielle Anderson

Memoir and Creative Nonfiction

A compelling memoir that chronicles a poignant journey to find love, fulfillment, and spiritual alignment amid a life of ambition and personal struggles. Danielle Anderson candidly recounts her efforts to balance her dreams of becoming a successful entertainer with her deep desire to live a life pleasing to God. As she navigates the colliding worlds of living for God and modeling, singing, and acting, she confronts the pain of an absent father and the challenge of forging meaningful relationships. From $9.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


The Angelic Realm by Dennis Macy

General Nonfiction

This captivating and enchanting book takes readers on a journey through the spiritual realm, sharing true stories and revelations that will inspire and uplift you. Dennis Macy takes you on a personal journey that will leave you feeling full of hope and connected to the spiritual world. It’s a peaceful mystifying read! 4.5 stars, 191 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - Badfreaky by Konstantinos E. Adamopoulos

Science Fiction and Fantasy

In the Bright Forest, Marily, a young girl, accidentally transforms into the notorious Badfreaky, a wicked witch. Her parents, Goodypie and Mr. Goodweather, must embark on a quest to save her from herself before Badfreaky's malevolent powers consume her completely. It's a tale of family, transformation, and the struggle between good and evil, set in a magical world where the unexpected can happen at any moment. 4.4 stars, 225+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


FREE - Boss's Surprise Baby by Josie Hart

Romance

A Brother's Best Friend Romance. Eli Whiss is the big bad boss ready to huff, puff, and blow my little panties down. I’m the little sister that comes equipped with a “DO NOT TOUCH” sign from big bro. My relationship with Eli starts with me spilling coffee on his junk and trying to rub it clean. Now the bachelor boss will soon be a daddy. 4.4 stars, 1500+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


Special Holiday Offer: 12 FREE Holiday Romance Novels!

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Get all 12 books of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series FREE now through December 30! 


 

Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series and a very special deal:

ALL 12 STANDALONE BOOKS OF THE SERIES ARE AVAILABLE AS FREE DOWNLOADS NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 30! 

Maybe you got a new e-reader, tablet, or smart phone for Christmas and are looking for something new to read. Maybe you love romance novels. Maybe you have a soft spot for holiday stories. Or maybe you just like FREE stuff! Whatever the case may be, don't pass up this great opportunity. Click below so you can download all 12 books for yourself—and be sure to tell your friends about this great deal, too!


Jingle Bells Rock & Roll by Evie Sterling

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Christmas, Military Romance, Holiday Romance
4.5 stars, 267 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



In Blue Flag, New York, the jingle bells aren't the only things rocking and rolling.

As a rock star topping the charts, I'm used to my life being a non-stop show. But this Christmas, I'm trading stadium lights for twinkling stars in my hometown of Blue Flag, New York. My parents' quaint mountain bed and breakfast is a far cry from the Hollywood hills, but it's exactly the escape I need. Accompanying me are two people who keep my world spinning: Bryn, my best friend and personal assistant, and her twin brother, Kade—a former Navy SEAL who now serves as my bodyguard and who has had my heart racing since our teen years. With a winter storm outside and emotions swirling inside, this Christmas is shaping up to be anything but silent.


A Doctor's Snowed in Christmas Wish by Daisy Flynn

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Medical Romance, Clean & Wholesome Romance, Christmas Holiday Romance
4.3 stars, 197 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Clean, Age-Gap Holiday Romance

I had a a reputation as one of NYC’s top surgeons. Then a patient died. I was exonerated of any wrong-doing, but depressed and disillusioned afterwards. A tranquil island off the coast beckons, and I fall for a beautiful, compassionate woman during a snowstorm. She’s built a simple life in a community she loves and can’t leave. Now I have a life-changing decision to make: Go back to my million-dollar practice in NYC, or follow my heart?


Love Rekindled at Evergreen Inn by Willa Lyons

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Clean & Wholesome Romance, Christmas Romance
4.3 stars, 131 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Small Town Parent Trap Romance

Our daughter orchestrates a parent trap, hoping for a Christmas miracle. He’s my first love, my husband, my heartbreak. Jimmy's salt-and-pepper hair and rugged face still make my knees go weak. But memories of the fire that broke our marriage burn between us like dying embers. The imminent birth of our first grandchild and the resurrection of my parents' bakery brings us back together. Now, we're snowed in at Evergreen Inn, and forced to confront our past. As we frost cookies side-by-side, old flames threaten to reignite. This Christmas reunion could save our family's legacy or destroy it forever.


Stuck With My Christmas Crush by Francesca Spencer

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Clean & Wholesome Romance, Christmas Romance
4.4 stars, 210 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Sweet, Opposites-Attract Romantic Comedy

I’m dressed as a Christmas fairy. My car is broken. My phone is dead. I get rescued by a bossy grump, and as a storm closes in, I hunker down with Jason, the handsome capable ex-military, and Rocko, his enormous dog. At first, Jason resents my presence. Then the power goes out, and we’re left with nothing but a wood-burner and candles. Jason’s frosty exterior melts away in the soft warm glow. He even forgets to be annoyed about the trail of pink glitter I’ve left in his room. Maybe I shouldn’t admit that I’m having the best time in this snowed-in disaster. I know what I want for Christmas. I wonder if Jason wants it, too.


A Not So Merry Ex-Mas by Abby Greyson

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Christmas Romance
4.5 stars, 252 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Sweet, Second-Chance, Holiday Romantic Comedy

For years I've been dreaming of a real Christmas back home. Tree trimming, decorating, Christmas carols. What I wasn't expecting was Cole. Tall, broad shoulders, smile to die for, dreamy green eyes, and a heart of gold. We had planned out every detail of our lives together, including his dream of becoming a major league pitcher. When my gran got sick and I needed to take care of her, I gave him the push he needed, breaking my heart, and his, in the process. A decade and a divorce later, I'm starting over, beginning with Christmas at my best friend’s cabin…and the man I’ve done everything to leave behind. Is Christmas past here to haunt me, or to bring a future I stopped letting myself dream of?


A Christmas Call of Duty by Ava Wakefield

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Christmas Holiday Romance, Military Romance, Small Town Romance
4.6 stars, 203 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Sweet, Small-Town Military Romance

When I asked Santa for a Christmas miracle, dropping my ex’s hunky brother on my doorstep wasn’t exactly what I had in mind. After my last breakup, I swore off dating military men once and for all. So when a dreamy K-9 handler for the U.S. Army came into my clinic with an injured dog and bedroom eyes, you better believe I was sending him packing as soon as my work was done. But now we're stuck together in a blizzard. Colt Ralston is the reason I missed spending Christmas Eve with my family, but now that our local animal shelter is in trouble, avoiding him is easier said than done. Colt’s mission is clear: Help save the shelter and infiltrate the fortress around my heart. 


Finding Me in The Storm by Hazel Belle

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Christmas Holiday Romance, Clean and Wholesome Romance
4.6 stars, 189 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Small-Town Holiday Clean Romance

After finishing my residency, I needed a restful escape. But a snowstorm leaves me stranded at a ski lodge. Nate, the laid-back owner of the lodge and my best friend’s older brother, is nothing like I anticipated—he’s fun, adventurous, and charming in a way that contrasts my meticulous, all-business attitude. Snowed in together, Nate introduces me to the warmth of spontaneity, festive cheer, and maybe even a sprinkle of Christmas love. Our forced proximity kindles an unexpected spark, revealing that our different worlds might just be a perfect holiday match. Can I let Nate show me how to savor the simple joys of life. Or will my career ambitions keep us from celebrating a future together?


Snowbound With My Grumpy Ex by Lily Waters

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Holiday Romance, Men, Women & Relationships Humor
4.6 stars, 124 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



One blizzard. One cozy guesthouse. One ridiculously oversized Santa sleigh.

When my car skids off the road in the middle of a snowstorm, I'm forced to seek shelter in Devon's family guesthouse. Now I'm decking the halls with the guy who broke my heart. My mission? Transform this dusty cabin into a winter wonderland before I lose the biggest break of my design career. And try not to strangle him with tinsel in the process. But with every ornament hung and every unexpected moment of kindness, something's melting, and it's not just the icicles. So, Santa, if you're listening, I don't need presents this year. Just get me out of here before I do something crazy...like fall for this snow-dusted heartbreaker all over again.


Sleighed by the Farmer's Daughter by Deanna Lilly

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Holiday Fiction, Christmas Romance
4.7 stars, 165 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



He thought his holidays were ruined until he was rescued by an elf in Santa’s sleigh.

Seth hasn’t been home for Christmas in more than a decade, but now his niece and sister-in-law demand his presence. Last-minute complications at the factory mean driving hours through a snowstorm. One wrong turn, and he finds himself stranded on a farm in the middle of nowhere. Mackenzie is overwhelmed running Santa’s village, and this blizzard isn’t helping. The last thing she needs is an unexpected guest. With her family out of town, taking in a tall, handsome stranger may not be wise, but she can’t let him freeze to death. Can Seth help Mackenzie save Christmas for the small town of Cloverdale before he loses his heart and unwraps a love he never thought he wanted?


Cabin Fever With My First Flame by Madison Love

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Women's Christian Fiction, Women's Romance Fiction, Christmas Romance
4.7 stars, 200 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



A Sweet, Second-Chance, Christian Holiday RomCom

After my divorce, I got the better end of the deal with three sassy daughters, my food truck, and what was left in the bank account—enough for a fresh start and three tanks of gas. The problem is, I needed four. Being stranded on the side of the road isn't the end of the world—unless it's during a blizzard and we're rescued by the one person I never wanted to see again: Finn Hollister, a.k.a. my first love. Stuck in a cabin with Finn and kids ready to play matchmaker was not how I planned to spend the holidays. When it comes time to make our Christmas wish lists, Finn asks for one thing. I just don't know if I can afford to give it to him.


Faking It with My Bossy Ex by Leah Blair

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Clean and Wholesome Romance, Christmas Holiday Romance
4.7 stars, 143 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



My gorgeous ex is now my boss and he wants to date me again.

Working under my handsome ex is a holiday nightmare. One minute he's a bossy jerk, and the next his gaze lingers a little too long. When a snowstorm traps us in the town’s iconic romantic inn, he wants us to fake being a couple to snag the last room that’s reserved for lovebirds only. He even insists we enter the Christmas Couples Contest. I came for work, not to swoon over the fact he still carries a photo of us in his wallet. I should remember how he dumped me years ago. But when the kisses under the mistletoe feel too right to be wrong, I think he may be faking his way into a second chance…


A Holly Jolly Mix Up by Bella Greene

Part of the Sweet Christmas Kisses Series
Genres: Police Romance, Clean and Wholesome Romance, Holiday Romance
4.6 stars, 146 ratings
Paperback: $10.99
E-book: FREE



When life gives me a snowstorm and a double-booked rental, I find a Christmas miracle in the form of a sassy journalist.

Jane is as sharp as the snowflakes falling outside. She’s less-than-thrilled about being stuck with a detective. But with every day we’re snowed in, her playful banter warms the coldest nights. And I discover a side of her that’s as sweet as sugar cookies. Little does she know, unraveling the mystery of her heart might be the most intriguing case of all. Whether this is a holiday spark or the start of something lasting, my heart's ready for the greatest gift of all—love.


New giveaway: Win a Library of America Boxed Set

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First of all, we are pleased to announce that Suzanne King of Prentiss, Mississippi, is the winner of the LitNuts Holiday Giveaway. Suzanne's prize is her choice of a Beginner Biography Set of books from Red Chair Press or a $75 Barnes & Noble Gift Card. Congrats, Suzanne!

Second, we invite you to participate in our new Library of America Boxed Set Giveaway. Win your choice of The Philip K. Dick Collection, The Complete Novels of Kurt Vonnegut, or a $75 Amazon.com Gift Card.

"When things are going sweetly and peacefully, please pause a moment, and then say out loud, 'If this isn’t nice, what is?'" ~Kurt Vonnegut


Torn by William A. Prin

Book of the Day

In 1950s America, Dr. Jack Conley risks everything to provide covert abortion services in honor of a girl lost to a botched procedure. When a fiery pro-choice advocate enters his life, her actions force Jack to confront his own deeply held beliefs. As danger escalates and ethical dilemmas mount, Jack must decide how far will he go to uphold what he believes is right. 2024 Literary Titan Gold Book Award Winner. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW


FREE - Death Visits Rosegarden by Allan Gange

Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror

Tony Martini was enjoying a quiet morning. Now he's trying to fit the corpse of Frankie Flake into an ice cream freezer—all because nobody wants the police spoiling Easter weekend. It's up to Frankie and a mixed group of friends to try and solve the mystery of the death. But in doing so, Frankie reveals a lot of skeletons from a lot of closets, and brings his unsavory past to the village, resulting in more dead bodies. FREE - SHOP NOW


Washington Territory's Grand Lady by Julie McDonald Zander

General Nonfiction

In 1847, Matilda Koontz set out on the Oregon Trail with her husband and four sons, only to face tragedy when her husband drowned crossing the Snake River. Determined to honor his dream, she completed the journey West and became a celebrated pioneer, known for her resilience, hospitality, and contributions to shaping the history of the Washington Territory. Currently $9.99 (free via KU), but available starting Dec. 25 via a Kindle Countdown Deal for $4.99 - SHOP NOW


Raise Your Sales Game by Frederic R. Savoye

General Nonfiction

Unlock your full sales potential with actionable insights that turn challenges into opportunities and setbacks into comebacks. Master the art of closing deals, build unshakable resilience, and craft a vision for lasting success. Transform your sales game and achieve the success you deserve! 4.7 stars, 225 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Spotlight on author Mark Fuller Dillon

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Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on the work of author Mark Fuller Dillon, including four FREE works of horror, science fiction, and fantasy.

"Mark Fuller Dillon is an original talent, whose precise use of language, obliquely disturbing imagery and meticulous world building single him out." ~Peter Tennant, Black Static #35


At First, You Hear the Silence

Genre: Dark Fantasy, Science Fiction
4.40 stars on Smashwords
E-book price: FREE



A dark modern fantasy, suitable for Young Adult to Adult readers.

At thirteen, Philippe can see his father trapped in a world of secrets and silence, a world with no place for honesty or courage. But when the walls of that world fall apart, and something from outside breaks in, the silence becomes a warning shout...and Philippe will be tested in ways his father could never imagine.

"An enthralling encounter with mysteries from beyond." ~Jeffrey Thomas, author of Punktown

"A new twist on what used to be called science fantasy, it strikes a great balance between horror, sf, and action writing." ~David Longhorn, editor of Supernatural Tales


In a Season of Dead Weather

Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Short Stories
4.13 stars on Smashwords
E-book price: FREE



Short stories based on dreams and nightmares. (May be too intense for young readers.)

The weird, the uncanny, the strange: these are the local conditions of dead weather.

In a season of dead weather, the mind clutches at reality; but what does it find instead? Madness, or monsters? Ghosts, or things more terrible than ghosts? Illusions, or invasions? Dreams, or the darkness at the end of all nightmares? One thing is clear: these are tales that echoes tell in a season of dead weather...of things barely glimpsed in the moonrise...of places perfectly normal by day but haunted by the light of winter stars.


Doorways Unforeseen

Genre: Literary Fiction, Horror, Fantasy
New release: October 2024
E-book price: FREE



Doorways to nightmares in prose and verse.

In Doorways Unforeseen, doorways lead to nightmares...from a bone-white church in a dead town of the captured and collected, to a barren farm where floating figures mob and kill, to a cedar forest where a creature from the sky reaches out to shatter souls. In prose and verse, these horror stories and nightmares wait beyond the mind's doorways unforeseen.


All Roads Lead to Winter

Genre: Science Fiction, Erotica
4.11 stars on Smashwords
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An erotic science fiction novella.

The aliens are here, and now our lives are different: no wars, no hunger, no exploitation. For political prisoner Thomas Bridge, there can be a strange new love; for the alien delegate Avdryana, there can be companionship in a world that she finds crowded and foreign. But even with hope for the future, can there be an escape from the stifling ideas and expectations of the past?

At the heart of this story are parallel worlds, politics, the grip of memory, the strength and generosity of women, the pain of loss, the mystery of love...and all the roads that lead to winter.


Ice & Autumn Glass

Genre: Poetry
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Poetry from Mark Fuller Dillon.

"Mark Dillon marries the Jacobean line and gothic imagery to a colloquial, thoroughly modern, goth-punk demotic, a frenzied coupling that yields up a species of frictive, delirious lyricism, a monstrous infant both old and new." ~Richard Calder, author of Dead Girls and Babylon

"These poems have strong bones, but they also have heart. They have a soul that reveals much about the poet and even more about ourselves." ~Jason E. Rolfe, author of Clocks

"Elegantly, meticulously constructed...accessible and acutely felt." ~Jeffrey Thomas, author of Haunted Worlds and Punktown


About the Author

Mark Fuller Dillon lives in Québec, where the Gatineau Hills region has long been the central influence on his writing. He has had stories published in All Hallows, Alone On the Darkside and Weird Fiction Review. Learn more at markfullerdillon.blogspot.ca, where you can sign up to be notified about new blog posts. Be sure to also follow Mark Fuller Dillon online: