Today's Featured Books
FREE - Protection of a Bear by Jennifer Snyder
Hunter Shaw and his bear lead a tranquil life managing Shaw Cabins. But when he meets Naomi Hart, she stirs something in them both. But Naomi is on the run from her ex, and she is terrified. Hunter understands in order to protect her, he may need to release his bear. But will Naomi accept what he is, or will fear of his family secret push her away? If you enjoy reading about small towns with quirky characters and shifter romance stories with fated mates, you’ll love this paranormal romance. Book 1 in the series. 4.2 stars, 220+ ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
FREE - The Cannabis Preacher: Sermon Four by Sabine Frisch
Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror
In this action-packed financial thriller, Al Ivers and his two brothers live with the constant fear of an elusive killer who has sworn to take revenge on their family. Meanwhile, Al's best friend and advisor, Rafael, is stranded in a tropical storm thousands of miles away, and Kayla must step up to take control of a million-dollar harvest. Will the Ivers brothers—and Kayla and Rafael—survive the killer's wrath, or will their empire come crashing down? Find out in this nail-biting financial thriller. FREE - SHOP NOW /
New Release: Life in the Dressing Room of the Theatre
Congratulations to Elinora Westfall and Vine Leaves Press on the release of Life in the Dressing Room of the Theatre, a collection of thought-provoking poetry.
★★★★★ "Striking, cinematic imagery." ~Robbie Jarvis, actor
Life in the Dressing Room of the Theatre
NEW RELEASE: November 14, 2023Genre: Poetry
Paperback: $14.99
Ebook: $4.99
A woman’s soul is laid bare between these pages, eviscerated, sunk deep between ink and page. Life in the Dressing Room of the Theatre is a meandering journey of a heart both scarred and lonely and fierce and wild as it seeks itself in each new incarnation. It is stitched and pieced together with the blades of grass and faded-yellow ribbons that string themselves through each poem, following the thread of love, through grief and trauma, suicide and rose-tinted memories while traversing the vague and uneven road to self-rediscovery.
Praise for Life in the Dressing Room of the Theatre
★★★★★ “Breathtaking... work that needs to be read and re-read and which I’m sure will be quoted in years to come.” ~Samantha Giles, actress
★★★★★ “I’ve no doubt this collection will become a beloved, well-thumbed go-to whenever we need that deeper connection often lacking on our day-to-day lives.” ~Simone Lahbib, actress
★★★★★ “Striking, cinematic imagery. Achingly beautiful use of language. It’s a remarkable collection.” ~Robbie Jarvis, actor
★★★★★ “Thought-provoking and eloquent. A magnificently written collection.” ~Kate Stagg, poet
About the Author
Influenced by David Bowie, Virginia Woolf, and Sally Wainwright, Elinora Westfall is a lesbian actress and writer of stage, screen, fiction, poetry, and radio. Her novel, Everland, was selected for the Penguin and Random House WriteNow Editorial Programme in 2021, and her short films have been selected by Pinewood Studios & Lift-Off Sessions, Cannes Film Festival, Raindance Film Festival, Camden Fringe Festival, and Edinburgh Fringe Festival, while her theater and audio shows have been selected by The British Library and performed in London’s West End and on Broadway, where she won the award for Best Monologue.
About the Publisher
Vine Leaves Press likes to blur the line between commercial and experimental works. They publish book-length vignette collections, writing reference books, short story collections, memoir/autobiography, and character-driven novels with a literary bent. Subscribe to the Vine Leaves Press newsletter to receive FREE advanced review copies of upcoming new releases, news about their authors and subscribers, and/or to read the monthly opinion column, SPILL IT! or a daily dose of 50-word stories. Learn more at VineLeavesPress.com.
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FREE - Sound Healing For Beginners by Ascending Vibrations
Druids, Dragons, and Demigods by Theophilus Monroe
Boxed set of two complete urban and supernatural series. In The Druid Legacy (four books), Elijah Wadsworth lost his parents and twin sister in what he thought was a tragic accident. Later, he discovers his family has been at the center of a cosmic battle for centuries. In The Fomorian Wyrmriders (four books), Joni Campbell was raised on faith, family, and chicken fried steak. But when she falls under a dragon's curse, she must seek her ancestors in the merkingdom of Fomoria. 4.4 stars, 250+ ratings. $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
FREE - Lessons from Philippians by Andy Ripley
Lessons from Philippians: The Christian Struggle for Authenticity and Joy takes readers on a journey through the book of Philippians, offering insight and wisdom on how Christians can live a life of authenticity and joy despite the struggles of daily life. Author Andy Ripley explores themes such as humility, perseverance, and faithful living, and highlights the importance of building strong relationships with God and with others. 4.6 stars, 128 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
The Invisible Red String by Ann Zachariah
Number Ones: A Collection of Billionaire Romances by Nicole French
Cracking Job Interviews by ABM Junaed
Spotlight on First Bullet from author and former special agent Andrew Ceroni
Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on First Bullet, a white-knuckle thriller from author and former special agent Andrew Ceroni.
★★★★★ "Step aside Jack Ryan...there’s a new action hero in town!" ~Jill Rey, Amazon Vine Voice Reviewer
First Bullet by Andrew Ceroni
Genres: Espionage Thrillers, Suspense Thrillers, Literature & Fiction4.4 stars, 46 ratings on Amazon
4.6 stars, 21 ratings on Goodreads
Paperback: $12.09 (36% off $18.95 regular price)
Ebook: $2.99
Author Andrew Ceroni, former Special Agent, is at his very best with his seventh novel, First Bullet, a white-knuckle thriller with three intriguing story lines.
Facing the grave dangers of a triple-threat, the CIA is on its heels. CIA Agent Dave McClure and his Special Operations teams face deadly action from a Chinese base hidden in the mist-covered Blue Mountains of Jamaica, to a German terrorist team attack on a strategic missile base in Wyoming, and finally to Berlin, Garmisch, and the German Alps where intelligence sources warn the CIA of a plot by cabinet members in Germany to arrest the Chancellor, overthrow the government, and invade Poland and the Czech Republic. The CIA must act fast and forcibly to avoid the outbreak of World War III.
If you love tales of espionage, this thriller will give you goosebumps!
Praise for First Bullet and Andrew Ceroni
★★★★★ "Authentic and intriguing...a riveting work full of action." ~Readers' Favorite
★★★★★ "A pulse-pounding must-read for fans of action-packed thrillers." ~Piaras, Amazon Vine Voice Review
★★★★★ "One of the most involving espionage thrillers of the year. Electrifying." ~Grady Harp, Amazon Review
★★★★★ "CIA Agent Dave McClure is James Bond and Jack Ryan rolled into one; a sharp shooter and great analyst who always saves the day." ~Celtpop, Amazon Vine Voice Review
★★★★★ "Andrew Ceroni has written a wholly enjoyable book. His characters are relatable yet badass, emotional yet fearless." ~Jill Rey, Amazon Vine Voice Review
About the Author
Award-winning author Andrew Ceroni served a distinguished career as a Senior Supervisory Special Agent focused in Title 18 U.S.C. Chapter 37 espionage investigations as well as counterespionage and antiterrorism operations throughout Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific Rim. Ceroni grew up in Poughkeepsie, NY, where he attended public schools. He received a congressional nomination to the U.S. Air Force Academy, graduating with a B.S. Degree, and received his M.A. Degree from Case Western Reserve University. Ceroni also completed studies in the German and French languages at the University of Maryland. He is a graduate of numerous intelligence and law enforcement training forums. An author of seven award-winning novels, he is a member of Authors Guild. Follow him online:
Free online: The Backroom - Cocktails & Conversation
Free online: The Backroom. Cocktails and conversation with authors Jon Clinch, Stephen Mack Jones, Jacquelyn Mitchard, and Peggy Townsend. Sunday, November 12, 6-8 PM CST.
"Freedom is nothing but a chance to be better." ~Albert Camus
Prelude to Murder by Erica Miner
The Lightness of Water by Toni Cabell
Children of Earthrise: The Complete Series by Daniel Arenson
The Children of Earthrise complete series set includes six novels...2,000 pages of epic science fiction! "We hide in shadows. Our planet is lost. We are the last humans, and we must go home." Children of Earthrise is a story of exodus...of humanity lost among the stars...of one man rising to lead our people home. In 2016, the Earthrise series became a surprise bestseller, captivating hundreds of thousands of readers around the world. Two thousand years later, Children of Earthrise begins a new story, one for both new readers and old fans. 4.4 stars, 500+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
No Boundaries by Bre McFarland
See the Fire by A.W. Kaylen
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FREE - Mad Dash by Sage Evans
Gillespie Field Groove by Corey Lynn Fayman
Mystery Thriller Crime and Horror
FREE - The Doppelganger's Secret by Faye Westlake Newman
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FREE - Joy in the Brambles by Ross Palfreyman
Free online: Poetry Lit!
Free online: Poetry Lit! Explore the world of poetry from the comfort of your favorite chair via this monthly online reading series featuring international poets and their passionate fans. This month: poets Vasiliki Albedo and Joseph Fasano. Friday, November 10, 1:00 - 2:30 PM CST.
"Gratitude bestows reverence...changing forever how we experience life and the world." ~John Milton (9 December 1608 - 8 November 1674)