Thursday, May 1, 2025

A Deadly Combo Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 1 by Karen A. Phillips Genre: Cozy Mystery

 


Mystery with a Punch!


A Deadly Combo

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 1

by Karen A. Phillips

Genre: Cozy Mystery



"This fast-paced read, filled with twists and turns, will keep readers glued to the pages until they reach the very satisfying ending."

—Cindy Sample, National Bestselling Author of the Laurel McKay Mystery Series

 

“Rocky Nelson is just the kind of heroine I love: strong, smart, fierce, and yet still vulnerable.”

—Eileen Rendahl, award-winning author

 

“This debut mystery delivers a one-two punch!”

—Kim Davis, author

 

Phillips has mastered the 'whodunit' craft.”

—R. Franklin James, award winning author

  

Sisters Rocky and Bridget are enjoying each other’s company at a vintage trailerfest until they stumble over a corpse. The dead guy is none other than the local trailer restorer Bridget was overheard threatening to kill. Mounting evidence leads police to focus on Bridget as a person of interest. Desperate to prove her sister innocent of murder, Rocky dons her own deerstalker cap and goes sleuthing until she runs into police detective Thompson who warns her off his case in no uncertain terms. But Rocky is tenacious if not stubborn. Combined with a 78-year-old father who becomes her sidekick, Rocky uses her courage and skills learned in boxing lessons to protect her family and keep from becoming the killer’s next victim.

 

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A Deadly Match

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 2



"A Deadly Match packs an Oscar-worthy punch!” —Holly West, author of the Mistress of Fortune series and Anthony Award-winning editor of Killin’ Time in San Diego



In Book 2, Raquel (AKA Rocky) investigates family secrets and murder.


Twin sisters Rocky and Bridget soon find themselves facing another shocking mystery when Hollywood visits the Sierra Foothills.


Their aunt and uncle, both famous movie stars they haven’t seen since their mother’s funeral, are in town to film a movie. Forced into family togetherness, Rocky takes them on a tour of her boxing gym, which wasn’t supposed to include a dead body.


When her beloved coach, Cutter, is arrested for the murder, Rocky refuses to believe he’s guilty. Driven to clear his name, she embarks on a dangerous investigation that leads her into a web of secrets, lies, and unexpected betrayals. As the stakes get higher and the killer’s motives become more twisted, Rocky realizes she may be fighting for more than just the truth—she may be fighting for her own life.

 


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Karen A. Phillips enjoys writing mysteries, MG/YA fantasy, and poetry. She resides in Northern California, and is a proud member of Sisters In Crime and Willamette Writers.

. . . and yes, she does take boxing lessons.

Visit her at KarenAPhillips.com.

 


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No Apparent Bruises by Robyn Hope McMahan 

 

 Poetry Collection

Date Published: 02-14-2025

Publisher: Rotting Peach Press

















 

A poetry collection exploring the messy and confusing feelings of missing someone you're better off without.



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Robyn Hope McMahan is a Chicago author. She holds a BA and MFA in Creative Writing and this is her debut poetry collection.

 





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Little Curiosities by Jeffrey C. McGregor

 

 Children’s Science Picture Book Series




 

Embark on an enlightening journey with Jeffrey C. McGregor's Little Curiosities series, where he delves into a myriad of captivating topics to satisfy your inquisitive mind. With keen insight and a flair for explaining complex subjects in an accessible way, McGregor takes readers on an educational adventure that spans across ten volumes.

From unraveling the mysteries of microorganisms that exist beyond our sight to exploring the intriguing realm of renewable energy sources, McGregor's writing is both engaging and informative. His dedication to making complex subjects understandable is evident throughout the series. Whether you're curious about the inner workings of our planet, environmental challenges, or the hidden world of tiny creatures, Little Curiosities offers a collection of books that enlighten and inspire readers of all ages. Delve into these pages and satisfy your curiosity for knowledge, guided by the expertise and passion of Jeffrey C. McGregor.

 

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Little Curiosities(Part 1): Nature's Glow

Little Curiosities: Nature's Glow is a delightful and educational children's book that unlocks the mysteries of bioluminescence, taking young readers on a fascinating journey through the captivating world of creatures that glow. From fireflies lighting up forest nights to glowing mushrooms and deep-sea wonders, this book unravels the science and beauty behind these luminous displays. Children will be enchanted by the stories of fireflies, glowworms, and the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand, and they'll gain insight into why these creatures shine to attract partners and ward off predators.


Little Curiosities(Part 2): Travelling Seeds

Little Curiosities: Travelling Seeds is a captivating and educational children's book that unveils the remarkable world of seed dispersal in plants. As young readers explore the pages of this book, they'll be transported into the clever and often ingenious methods plants employ to ensure their seeds find new places to grow. From wind-borne dandelion seeds to fruits obeying gravity, plants have developed various strategies to overcome their rooted existence and allow their offspring to flourish far from home.


Little Curiosities(Part 3): The Solar System

Little Curiosities: The Solar System is an awe-inspiring journey through the vast expanse of our celestial neighborhood. In this enchanting children's book, young readers will embark on an adventure to discover the wonders of the solar system, where the sun takes center stage as a brilliant star. They'll uncover the intriguing secrets of our cosmic family, from the sun to the eight fascinating planets and beyond.


Little Curiosities(Part 4): Photosynthesis

Little Curiosities: Photosynthesis is an illuminating journey into the world of photosynthesis, a vital process that keeps our planet vibrant and full of life. In this engaging children's book, young readers will unravel the fascinating science behind how plants make their own energy using the power of light, carbon dioxide, and water. Through clear explanations and vibrant illustrations, the book introduces the concept of photosynthesis, from the role of sunlight to the essential role of chlorophyll in plants' green leaves.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 5): Biomes

Little Curiosities: Biomes is a captivating exploration of the diverse ecosystems that shape our planet's landscape. Through this engaging children's book, young readers embark on an educational adventure, discovering the five main types of biomes that define different regions of the world: Forests, Deserts, Grasslands, Tundra, and Aquatic Biomes. With clear explanations and vibrant illustrations, the book brings these unique environments to life, allowing children to understand the fascinating characteristics and the variety of life that thrives in each biome.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 6): Carbon and Nitrogen Cycles

Little Curiosities: Carbon and Nitrogen Cycles takes young readers on a fascinating journey through the intricate biogeochemical cycles that govern our planet's natural systems. In this educational and engaging children's book, kids will explore the remarkable processes of how carbon and nitrogen, two essential elements, circulate through our environment. With clear explanations and vivid illustrations, the book offers an accessible introduction to these critical cycles, making complex scientific concepts understandable for young minds.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 7): Global Warming

Little Curiosities: Global Warming is an essential addition to any young reader's bookshelf, offering a thought-provoking exploration of one of the most critical issues facing our planet today. This enlightening book introduces children to the concept of global warming, making complex environmental concerns accessible and engaging. With a clear and kid-friendly approach, it explains the science behind global warming, its causes, and its far-reaching impacts on our planet, including melting ice caps, displaced wildlife, and extreme weather events.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 8): Renewable Energy

Little Curiosities: Renewable Energy is an enlightening and engaging exploration of the future of sustainable energy. This informative book introduces young readers to the concept of renewable energy sources, highlighting the importance of transitioning away from non-renewable fossil fuels. With a clear and approachable narrative, it explains the five main sources of renewable energy: wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and geothermal, making complex energy concepts understandable for children.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 9): Natural Disasters

Little Curiosities: Natural Disasters is an informative and engaging journey into the wild and unpredictable side of nature. In this book, young readers will explore the fascinating world of natural disasters, gaining a deeper understanding of these powerful and often devastating events. The book categorizes natural disasters into geological, hydrological, and meteorological disasters, providing a comprehensive overview of the different types, from earthquakes and volcanic eruptions to tsunamis, floods, hurricanes, and more.

 

Little Curiosities(Part 10): Microorganisms

Little Curiosities: Microorganisms is a captivating exploration into the unseen and often mysterious world of microorganisms. In this educational book, young readers will embark on an exciting journey through the microscope to discover these tiny life forms that are all around us, even though they're invisible to the naked eye. The book introduces the main types of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and algae, each with its unique characteristics and roles in the natural world.


About the Author


Jeffrey C. McGregor, a trilingual professional fluent in English, French, and Igbo, brings a diverse background and a wealth of life experiences to his writing. With degrees in Economics and Engineering Science, Jeffrey's educational journey has equipped him with a unique perspective on the world.

As a passionate author, Jeffrey's work reflects his curiosity about the world and its intricacies. His "Little Curiosities" series delves into various educational topics, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for readers of all ages. By breaking down intricate ideas into digestible pieces, Jeffrey's books serve as a valuable resource for learners looking to explore the wonders of science, nature, and more.

 

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Wednesday, April 30, 2025

The Killer on the Heath The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 1 by Karen J. Mossman Genre: Paranormal Thriller

 

 


Cassie uses her clairvoyant powers 

to help her detective brother solve crime…

but will she find the answers in time?


The Killer on the Heath

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 1

by Karen J. Mossman

Genre: Paranormal Thriller 



A woman is dead, and another is missing. The only person who can save her is Cassie.

With no clues and time running out, her brother, Detective Newbold, desperately needs her help. He is counting on Cassie’s clairvoyant and empathic abilities to locate Chantelle.

When Chantelle’s brother, Pedro, seeks out a psychic for help, he meets and falls for Cassie. Though he wants answers, neither Cassie nor Detective Newbold can give any, which complicates their relationship. To make matters worse, his overbearing mother adds further damage with her meddling.

Meanwhile, the killer has been caught, but he refuses to talk. Now, it’s up to Cassie to read the signs and rescue her lover’s sister.

Will she find the answers in time?

 

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The Sound of Evil

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 2



When two best friends vanish without a trace, Cassie Newbold joins forces with her brother Detective Inspector Seb Newbold, to track them down. A risky move almost ends in disaster, leaving Cassie shaken and acutely aware of her near-fatal mistake. Luckily, it also leads to the arrest of Ronnie Gunner.

With the suspected kidnapper in custody, his chilling laughter still echoes in Cassie's mind. As she takes Ronnie Gunner's hand, a vision reveals every depraved thing he had done. Will she ever be able to escape the haunting images now seared into her memory? Ultimately, will it bring her any closer to where the teenagers are being held?

With a terrifying paranormal encounter to deal with first, can Cassie lead her brother to the right location and solve the case?

 

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The Ghost on the Stairs

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 3



When a man-mountain of a guy walks into a café and asks for you by name, you sit up and take notice. Cassie instantly feels attracted to the charming Damien Mathers.

He wants her help to banish a ghost from the home of his brother Daniel. Even as Cassie explains, she is a clairvoyant, not an exorcist. Damien is very persuasive!

Their relationship blossoms despite the scepticism of the brothers. When Daniel’s wife Rachel refuses to move in, her fear is palpable as she points at the shadowy figure lingering on the stairs.

Cassie must intervene and find out why the apparition is reliving the day of her death. She soon finds another ghost lurking in the attic, one that and does not appreciate Cassie’s interference.

As things turn bizarre, with spectral figures making their presence felt. Cassie fights for control as the two worlds collide in a horrifying and chaotic way.

Will Damien believe a sight so shocking, so surreal, it threatens to shatter his perceptions? Or has Cassie gone a step too far in her expectation of him?

Read this thrilling instalment and judge for yourself.

 

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No Ghosts Here

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story



When a young woman kills herself, it is the method that is most horrifying. Why did she choose to set fire to herself?


Clairvoyant Cassidy Newbold helps bereaved families find closure. It doesn’t surprise Cassie when Sandra, the mother of a headline suicide case, approaches her for answers. But what are the questions?
As Cassidy nears the site of the suicide, will she be able to connect with the victim? Or are no ghosts here to tell their tale?

 

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The Séance

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story



Cassidy Newbold is a clairvoyant and empath who refuses to work on All Hallow Eve, but why?

In this short story, we discover the events that still haunt Cassie. As she recalls a séance that went wrong, we learn why she refuses to tamper with ghosts at Halloween.

The truth behind why she refuses work on this day of paranormal activity.
Was it Cassie’s fault? Was it the thinning of the veil between worlds?

 

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Karen J. Mossman is an avid reader, reviewer, book blogger, and award-winning, multi-genre writer. She became a professional author in 2014, and since then, she has more than 27 published titles to her credit. These include anthologies, short stories, novellas, novels, and series.

She lives on the small island of Anglesey with her husband and two dogs.

 

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

A Voice in the Mind by Bruce M. Perrin

 


 The Mind Sleuth Series

Psychological Thriller

Date Published: April 29, 2025
















 

 

Randy Hutton had fallen on hard times. He had lost his management job in customer service, “a victim of technology” as his manager had put it during his exit interview. Randy, however, described it as being ousted by little more than a glorified answering machine.

His wife, Isabella Perez-Hutton, on the other hand, was the up-and-coming star at Breakthrough Systems, leading a project that would help artificially intelligent computer systems work with their human counterparts. All the smart machines needed, she reasoned, was a better understanding of the strengths—creativity, intuition—and limitations of their human coworkers.

The irony of the couple’s situation—she building better, faster, smarter technology—and him displaced by a simple form of it wasn’t lost on either of them. That irony, however, wasn’t the reason for the violence that surrounded Isabella at work—a suicide, a demolished lab, a murdered programmer. Rather, the justification for those acts came from a voice deep within Randy’s head, a voice that tormented him endlessly, making sleep impossible and retaliation against those who would destroy him his only sanctuary.

And although Isabella’s new friend, Nicole Veles, came to suspect Randy, would it make any difference? Because by the time she came to this position, husband and wife were deep in the Colorado wilderness and Randy had killing on his mind.

 

A Voice in the Mind is part of The Mind Sleuth Series

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About the Author

If you’re interested in what I’m like in something more detailed than what will fit in this space, I’d say, buy any of my books. That overly analytic guy (read geek) is me. OK, I’ve never saved the day like the heroes in my books, but we think alike. I’m interested in technology and psychology (my formal background) and enjoy writing about where they meet, now and in the future. In addition to pounding the keyboard, I like to tinker with home automation and I’m an avid hiker. When I’m not on the trails, you’ll find me at home with my wife and our dog in Aurora, CO.

 

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Daemones Ex Machina by Russell Anders

 

 


Cyberpunk/Urban Fantasy Fiction

Release Date: July 23rd, 2025

Publisher: Acorn Publishing


If you make a deal with the Devil, don’t forget to read the fine print. 


Three operatives find themselves on the run after a corporate sabotage job goes awry. Now, their predatory employer, a heavyweight weapons-tech firm, wants its elite A-team dead at all costs.  Jon is a smooth-talking charmer. Friedrich is a hacker prodigy. And Guion is the ice-cold tactician who keeps them all in line.

Backs against the wall, the men strike separate infernal pacts to stay alive. They vanish into the urban badlands of New York’s Five Hives, vowing to lie low and figure out why they’ve become targets. Meanwhile, Jon suspects there’s an insidious evil possessing his friends, and he wonders if they all got more than they bargained for. 

Amid an escalating war between local gangs and the firm’s private shock troops, the fugitives uncover a conspiracy that threatens to destroy everyone they know and love. But can they stop the destruction before their inner demons seize control?


About the Author

At the age of four, Russell Anders started telling stories, often interrupting his mother during bedtime reading to ask, “Then what happened?” She always answered, “You tell me,” and his imagination conjured fantastical tales of dragons and dinosaurs.

He gravitated toward a career as a technical writer and writing coach for software companies. He also briefly served as a columnist for Dragon Magazine. One of his favorite hobbies includes tabletop role playing, especially as the game master. And yes, he's as cruel to the characters in his games as he is to the characters in his books; his players love him for it. 

Russel lives with the constant canine companionship of whip-smart but goofy Sigurd, an English Mastiff (the best breed ever).     

Daemones ex Machina is his debut novel.

 

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