Author: Noelle Adams
FREE
Contemporary Romance
After being hit with heartbreaking tragedy, Carrie has thrown herself into a hot, secret relationship with Matt. With Christmas approaching, she realizes she might want even more from her sexy, damaged artist, but the boundaries around their relationship make anything deeper than sex impossible.
Matt was the rising star of the art world, but he hasn’t painted since a tragic accident two years ago. His passion for Carrie finally inspires him, but first he must convince her that the heat between them is far more than just sex.
Why I’m including this: A secret, sex-only relationship between two damaged people who want more but can’t say it—emotionally charged and perfect for the holidays. The tortured artist who hasn’t painted in two years finding inspiration through love adds romantic depth. Short, steamy, and free for Christmas reading.
Author: Lee Stevens
FREE
Crime Fiction
What if the only pain you can feel is in your mind? What if memories of your past hurt you more than any weapon ever could? What if guilt haunts your every waking hour and you cannot escape it? And what if things are about to get a hell of a lot worse?
For Riley Day, reluctant enforcer for crime lord Mike Nash, worse is about to happen. The biggest gang war the city has ever seen is about to erupt and threaten not only his own life but those of innocent men, women and children. Soon forced into a plot of murder and revenge, Riley will uncover corrupt and evil forces that will do anything to get what they want and who will kill anyone that stands in their way… 💀
Packed with twists and turns and characters you will both love and loathe, NUMB will keep you gripped until the shocking and explosive blood-soaked conclusion…
What makes this special: A guilt-haunted enforcer who can’t feel physical pain but is tortured by emotional anguish—psychologically fascinating premise. The reluctant criminal forced into a citywide gang war promises action and moral complexity. Stevens delivers gritty British crime fiction with psychological depth.
Author: Cindy Bell
FREE
Cozy Mystery
Join Bobbie and lovable pup Bailey for a clean, fun, sleuthing adventure.
Christmas is just around the corner and Newfield, Vermont, is gearing up for the celebrations. Bobbie Walker is settling into her new life with boisterous goldendoodle Bailey in the cozy lakeside cottage. She’s enjoying her job as a journalist and is eager to find out more about the startling secrets of her past.
But then a bomb in a Christmas package explodes and someone’s killed. Bobbie puts on her sleuthing hat to find the culprit. The victim had many more enemies than friends and it’s proving a difficult case to untangle. But Bobbie, determined to get to the truth, heads straight toward danger. 🎄
It’s a race against time to find the murderer before there are more victims.
Why I’m including this: A Christmas bomb in a cozy mystery? That’s darker than typical cozies, adding real stakes. The goldendoodle sidekick Bailey provides comic relief, and Bobbie’s journalist background makes her sleuthing credible. Vermont lakeside setting plus holiday atmosphere equals comfort reading with bite.
Making Mary Poppins: The Sherman Brothers, Walt Disney, and the Creation of a Classic Film
Author: Todd James Pierce
NEW RELEASE
Musical Movies History
The untold story behind a beloved classic.
Making Mary Poppins reveals the extraordinary true story behind the creation of one of the most beloved films of all time—and the two little-known songwriters who helped make it possible.
Long before Mary Poppins danced across the rooftops of Edwardian London and into the hearts of millions, Robert and Richard Sherman were struggling songwriters in Los Angeles, trying to find their voices—and their futures. In this vivid and deeply researched narrative, author and Disney historian Todd James Pierce traces the unlikely path that brought the Sherman brothers to Walt Disney’s attention, and how their personal history, musical genius, and emotional lives shaped the film’s unforgettable songs and surprising storyline.
From their early days writing novelty tunes to the high-stakes drama of working with P. L. Travers and Walt Disney himself, the Sherman brothers’ story is rich with behind-the-scenes intrigue, creative breakthroughs, and quiet triumphs. Their work on Mary Poppins not only launched their careers—it transformed Disney’s live-action division and influenced an entire era of musical filmmaking.
Filled with never-before-published details and backstage portraits, Making Mary Poppins is a story of art, ambition, and resilience. It’s also a story of family—of the bond between two brothers whose brilliance gave the world “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “Feed the Birds,” and a vision of magic that still resonates today. 🎵
A must-read for Disney fans, film buffs, and lovers of classic musicals, this is the definitive account of how one magical nanny came to life and helped change the face of Hollywood.
What makes this special: While “Saving Mr. Banks” focused on the Travers-Disney conflict, this book finally gives the Sherman Brothers their due. Pierce reveals how their personal struggles and family dynamics shaped the songs that became cultural touchstones. For anyone who’s ever wondered about the creative process behind “A Spoonful of Sugar” or the film’s emotional depth, this is essential reading.
Nicked by the Mistletoe (Letters to Mrs. Claus)
Author: Ellie Hartwood
NEW RELEASE
Friends-to-More Holiday RomCom
Old friends, twinkling lights, and mistletoe. Christmas in Silver Pine means falling in love when you least expect it.
Tessa
I’m back in Silver Pine to help Nana at the café, capture the winter beauty for my gallery, and focus on anything but my love life.
Then there’s Nick Tucker—my old friend who bought the rundown Timberline Inn. He’s taller, broader, unfairly handsome . . . and wearing flannel pjs on his roof 😄. One moment I’m framing the perfect shot, the next I’m lost in the swooniest eyes ever.
But I’m done with love. Mistletoe or not.
Nick
Renovating the inn might be a mistake, until Tessa shows up with her camera and a laugh I’ve missed for a decade. The more time we spend together—under twinkle lights and mistletoe—the harder it is to ignore our sizzling chemistry.
Can two old friends resist the holiday sparks, or will Christmas in Silver Pine bring them a happily-ever-after? ✨
Nicked by the Mistletoe, a friends-to-more, small-town novella, is book 10 of the Letters to Mrs. Claus multi-author series—a kisses-only romantic comedy collection bursting with holiday cheer. Each story is linked through Mrs. Claus’s Operation Mistletoe Match, where she receives a letter from a meddling friend or family member about someone lonely, heartbroken, or closed off to love. With her timeless wisdom, Mrs. Claus pens a tailored message to the subject of the letter, offering an inspiring note that tackles their romantic roadblock. Packed with hilarious mishaps, flustered blushes, and courageous adventures as they chase their happily-ever-after in this no-spice, swoon-worthy series!
Why I’m including this: The “flannel pjs on his roof” meet-cute is instantly charming, and the photographer heroine adds visual appeal to the small-town Christmas setting. Part of a connected series but stands alone, perfect for readers who want sweet, clean holiday romance with friends-to-lovers tension and Mrs. Claus playing matchmaker behind the scenes.
The Christmas Reboot: A (Letters to Mrs. Claus)
Author: Leah Busboom
NEW RELEASE
Sweet Second Chance Holiday RomCom
He became a Hollywood star. She ditched Hollywood. Now they’re back on camera with fake snow, real chemistry, and years of unresolved feelings.
Tucker
When the studio announced a nostalgic Malibu Shores Christmas special, I hesitated. I’d rather leave my sitcom past behind. But after Ally Benson agrees to join, I sign faster than you can say “Rudolph.” Is this finally my chance to make up for my previous miscues and win Ally’s heart?
Ally
After Malibu Shores, I traded red carpets for a waitress uniform and faded into small-town obscurity. When I’m offered my original role in a Christmas special, I half-heartedly agree. I’d rather not face the Hollywood heartthrob I crushed on, but I can’t ignore the hefty paycheck.
The cameras are rolling, the fake snow is falling, and the chemistry between these two actors is real. Is this a second chance to open their hearts to each other? 🎄
A Christmas Reboot, a second chance novella, is book 5 of the Letters to Mrs. Claus multi-author series—a kisses-only romantic comedy collection bursting with holiday cheer. Each story is linked through Mrs. Claus’s Operation Mistletoe Match, where she receives a letter from a meddling friend or family member about someone lonely, heartbroken, or closed off to love. With her timeless wisdom, Mrs. Claus pens a tailored message to the subject of the letter, offering an inspiring note that tackles their romantic roadblock. Packed with hilarious mishaps, flustered blushes, and courageous adventures as they chase their happily-ever-after in this no-spice, swoon-worthy series!
What makes this special: The reunion-on-set premise delivers meta fun for anyone who loves nostalgic TV reboots, while the Hollywood-star-meets-small-town-waitress dynamic adds wish-fulfillment appeal. The “acting for cameras while feeling real emotions” tension is romance gold, and the clean, sweet tone makes this perfect holiday comfort reading.