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'The Midnight of Eights' by Justin Newland - Elizabethan Adventure, Thriller, and Mystery
Author Justin Newland joins us with a look at what inspired him to write 'The Midnight of Eights,' an Elizabethan Adventure and Mystery


'Sword Brethren' by Jon Byrne - Medieval Adventure
Author Jon Byrne joins us today for an interview as we delve into his evocatively titled novel, Sword Brethren.


Find Hope and Faith in 'Muldoon's Misfortunes' by E.V. Sparrow
In Book 1 of Those Resilient Muldoons series, a misguided, wayward widower encounters God’s unexpected presence.


'I Died for Beauty' by Amanda Flower - Cozy Mystery, Intrigue, and Historical Realism
'I Died for Beauty' artfully combines an engaging mystery and interesting characters with historical realism.


'The Absolution of Mars' by T.F. Troy - Politics, Friendship, or Greed?
Politics, Friendship, or Greed? Which of these was the true author of the Confederate conspiracy to decapitate the Union?


'The Fur Trader's Lady' Book Review: Heartwarming Romance in the Wilderness
Love and adventure are beautifully depicted in 'The Fur Trader’s Lady' by Gabrielle Meyer.


Discover a Medieval Romantic Escape in 'The Warrior's Bride Alliance' by Denise Lynn
The Roul brothers are King David's Warrior Wolves - each finds their (true love/mate) with a little push from the king...


Immerse Yourself in Historical Fiction with A WOMAN'S LOT by Carolyn Hughes - Audiobook
If you enjoy immersive historical fiction with a strong authentic feel, set in a time of change and challenge, you'll love A WOMAN'S LOT.


'The Whitechapel Widow': A Historical Mystery Book Review
'The Whitechapel Widow' is a well-written story that blends historical context and imagery with an absorbing mystery.


MURDER ON WEST LAKE by I.M. Foster - A South Shore Mystery
Check out MURDER ON WEST LAKE by I. M. Foster! This book promises a journey filled with mystery and intrigue.


Schemes and Treachery in THE FUGITIVE'S SWORD by Eleanor Swift-Hook - Excerpt
Driven by violence, treachery, and the sea's merciless tides, their fates collide.


Second Chances and an Escape to 1867 Montana in CHRISTMAS IN WHITCOMB SPRINGS
Christmas in Whitcomb Springs, a new novella in the multi-author Whitcomb Springs series, is now available.


Courage and Triumph in DOWNRIVER by Jennifer M. Lane - Excerpt
A historical coming of age saga of teenage girl's courage and triumph.


Unveiling Secrets in TROUBLE IN ASSISI by Heidi Eljabro
Get lost in a story of "shrouded mystery, caught up in a whirlwind of intrigue, theft, lies, and attempted murder."


MURDER ON WEST MAIN: A South Shore Mystery
Are you a fan of curling up with a thrilling murder mystery that keeps you guessing? If so, don't miss Murder on West Main by I. M. Foster!

ROLLING HOME: A Thrilling Novel in a Gripping Western Saga
Climb aboard! Don't miss the heart-pounding climax of the Ghosts Along the Oregon Trail series. Rolling Home is the final installment.


Secrets, Romance, and Adventure: THE FORTUNE KEEPER by Deborah Swift
Picture yourself strolling through the winding alleys of Venice, the crisp winter air tinged with a sense of mystery and allure.


THE SAND VINES by Michèle Callard: Forbidden Love in Bordeaux 1870
Escape to the Bordeaux countryside during the reign of Napoleon III with unexpected twists, romance, and historical intrigue.


Conflict, Betrayal, and Passion in the Shire's Union Trilogy by Richard Buxton
Delve into a tumultuous and pivotal era in American history with Richard Buxton's Shire's Union Trilogy and a book excerpt.


THE LOST WOMEN OF MILL STREET by Kinley Bryan: A Novel of Courage and Sisterhood in the American Civil War
THE LOST WOMEN OF MILL STREET is a vividly drawn novel about the bonds of sisterhood, the strength of women, and the repercussions of war.
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