Thursday, June 11, 2026

The Lighthouse Lie: A Small Town Cozy Mystery with Secrets, Lies, and a Talking Dog

 Cute Dog sitting in front of Harbor




She came to Sealight Cove for a quiet fresh start. What she found was murder… and a dog who talks. After walking away from the life she thought she wanted, Nora Hale arrives in the small coastal town of Sealight Cove hoping for peace, second chances, and a place to begin again. Instead, she finds a cozy candle shop, a town full of secrets, and Rufus, an unusually clever rescue dog with a habit of noticing things other people miss. Very unusual things. When a longtime local is found dead beneath the old lighthouse, the town quickly calls it a tragic accident. Rufus disagrees. And when Rufus starts sharing observations no ordinary dog should know, Nora begins to suspect the death was no accident at all. The deeper she digs, the more she uncovers buried grudges, missing records, and whispers about a decades-old dispute someone would kill to keep hidden. In Sealight Cove, everyone knows everyone. That makes secrets even more dangerous. The Lighthouse Lie is a warm, fast-paced cozy mystery short read featuring a talking dog, a charming seaside town, and an amateur sleuth who may be in over her head. Perfect for readers who love: coastal cozy mysteries paranormal pet mysteries small town secrets clever animal companions short, satisfying mysteries



Three Book Cover of the 3 Part Series







Wednesday, June 10, 2026

MATH MIND CRUNCH - TOME 3: Ultimate Math Crossword Puzzle

 Book Title on Blue Tiled book Cover


MATH MIND CRUNCH - TOME 3:

Ultimate Math Crossword Puzzle


Unlock Your Brain's Potential: MIND Math CRUNCH: The Ultimate Adult Math Crossword Puzzle Book!

Are you ready to challenge your mind, sharpen your numerical skills, and unwind with a truly engaging activity? Dive into our Adult Math Crossword Puzzle Book, meticulously designed to provide hours of stimulating fun and incredible cognitive benefits. Forget the mundane; this isn't your average crossword! We've transformed the classic puzzle into a thrilling numerical adventure. Each puzzle presents a unique blend of arithmetic, logic, and strategic thinking, where every correct answer unlocks the next piece of the puzzle. Why This Book Is a Must-Have: Boost Your Brainpower: Keep your mind agile and active! Solving these puzzles helps enhance problem-solving abilities, improve concentration, and boost memory recall. It's a fantastic workout for your brain, helping to maintain cognitive health as you age. Stress Relief & Relaxation: Step away from daily pressures and immerse yourself in a world of numbers. The focused nature of these puzzles offers a therapeutic escape, helping to reduce stress and promote a sense of calm and accomplishment. Rediscover the Joy of Math: Whether you're a math whiz or looking to brush up on forgotten skills, our puzzles are crafted to be accessible yet challenging. You'll find yourself enjoying numbers like never before, building confidence with every solved grid. Perfect for All Skill Levels: With a range of difficulties, from beginner-friendly to mind-bending challenges, there's something for everyone. Progress at your own pace and feel the satisfaction of mastering each level. Screen-Free Entertainment: Take a break from digital screens and enjoy a tangible, satisfying activity. Perfect for quiet evenings at home, long commutes, or relaxing vacations. The Ideal Gift: Looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a friend, family member, or colleague? This book is perfect for anyone who loves puzzles, enjoys a mental challenge, or is looking for a new way to relax and learn. Don't just pass the time—invest in your mind! Grab your copy of the Adult Math Crossword Puzzle Book today and embark on a rewarding journey of mental fitness and endless entertainment. Your brain will thank you!

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Please Slow Down: Finding Presence in a World Obsessed with Speed (simple philosophies)

   Yellow spiral on Green Book Cover


Please Slow Down:

Finding Presence in a World Obsessed with Speed

(simple philosophies)


We are obsessed with time – with speed! Life is full of “hacks” and shortcuts and efficiencies to garner more time and do things faster. But what do we do with the time we supposedly save? Often, we spend it chasing more speed. We fill the gaps with more tasks, more scrolling, more rushing. The promise of happiness through acceleration is seductive, but it rarely delivers. This short book explores some ways we can think about slowing down. It is not a zillion pages long with complex theories and filled with words that end with ´ism´ or ´ology´. The idea was to write something simple. It is mostly a reminder! because life is so full, we often forget about these things.






Monday, June 8, 2026

Queen of the Island: A True Story of France and The Early Settlement of Canada by Glenn Stewart Coles

  Daisy on the side of a beautiful Cliff


Queen of the Island:

A True Story of France and The Early Settlement of Canada


The true story of Margeurite Roberval (nicknamed Daisy) has been told for almost five hundred years. When eighteen-year-old Daisy is forced to sail from France to Canada in 1541, her secret lover gets a job as a settler and follows along. When their affair is discovered, Daisy, her lover and her handmaiden are abandoned on a remote island on the Saint Lawrence River. Facing brutal winters, starvation, predatory beasts, and despair, the three must summon courage, ingenuity, and unbreakable bonds to survive.

Meticulously researched, Queen of the Island plunges readers into the intrigues of Renaissance France. It unveils King Francis I’s hidden motives for sending Cartier westward, the royal court that sealed Daisy’s fate, her surprising influence among the powerful, and the astonishing events awaiting her upon an improbable return home.

Sunday, June 7, 2026

Best of Friends Trilogy

 Silhouette of 5 Friends on Cover





Book 1: Best of Friends: What happens when a family death wreaks havoc among siblings? What would you do if the ‘peace-maker’ of the family suddenly loses control? If the opportunity arose, would you agree to simply ‘burn the will,’ sell the estate and split the proceeds? What would be your response when calling the cops and being told: “We’re not coming out, unless there are bullets flying and bodies to count?” Elizabeth Caliente is faced with such propositions in Sherry Brantley’s award-winning ‘Best of Friends’ trilogy. Best of Friends has won two national awards for ‘Best Fiction of the Year!’
Book 2: Before Best of Friends: In this much-anticipated prequel to the ‘Best of Friends,’ trilogy, readers discover how the Fabulous Five group were formed in their youth, and are introduced to the unfolding of the powerful secrets binding the group together. Secrets only this private group were privileged to know. Join this tight-knit group as you uncover the mystery of the ‘Secret of the Blanket.’ Included is an excerpt from the books’ final work of the trilogy, ‘Still Best of Friends.’
Book 3: Still Best of Friends: The explosive conclusion of the ‘Best of Friends’ trilogy! The Fabulous Five were bound together by secrets they’d all swore to carry to their graves. But with the ‘Dastardly Duke Discovery’ exposing the ‘Secret of the Blanket,’ will the Fabulous Five find themselves desperately being consumed in a modern-day media frenzy that is threatening to consume them? Will this group of friends be able to survive the onslaught of the public revelation of their past deeds? Or will they crumble under the weight of their unexpected circumstances? Travel with the Fabulous Five: Elizabeth Caliente’, Kim Worthy, Kiona Stone, Angela Jackson-(A.J.) and Quineeta Davis as once again, they attempt to weather the storms of adversity that threaten to decimate their bond, their friendship, their past! Will the ‘Dastardly Duke Discovery’ prove to be the final nail in the coffin? Or will vow to continue to ‘deny ‘til they die,’ their involvement in the mystery they’re shrouded in?
Meet the dynamic members of the Fabulous Five as this explosive trilogy takes readers on a whirlwind excursion among five friends. Though often humorous, the ride is filled with lessons on friendship, family dynamics and strong relationships. You’ll love connecting and bonding with the members of the Fabulous Five, as they deal individually and collectively with the drama that surrounds them!


Use the Link Below to learn More About the Trilogy
and the Author



Shadow of a woman looking out a window Justice Statue with a blanket









Saturday, June 6, 2026

TOO AUTHENTIC: 25 Years of Not Fitting In

 Beautiful Woman in Cave Person Costume



This memoir follows 25 years of dancing in spaces that wanted me smaller—and my refusal to shrink.
What's inside:
Chapter 1: Go-Go Dancing - Stories from village discos and city clubs where creativity was treated like rebellion. From the DJ who couldn't handle a woman who initiated, to the boss who wanted decoration instead of artistry, to discovering that "too sexual" really meant "too free."
Chapter 2: Belly Dance - Stories from the world of traditional belly dance, where innovation was viewed as vandalism. Teachers who needed obedience, schools that rejected fusion, and the realization that authentic expression threatens those who police tradition.
Chapter 3: Walked Away - Five turning points, including Slovenia's Got Talent (where the national TV audience humiliated me for having body hair), confronting a teacher who wanted devotion over sovereignty, and the moment I stopped trying to fit into spaces not designed for authentic people.
Plus: An epilogue about what I was doing till now, and the declaration I wrote in 2011 that predicted everything: "I Don't Wanna Fit In."
Each story is told with honesty, just what actually happened when I kept choosing authenticity over acceptance.
This book is for anyone who's been repeatedly rejected and has started to doubt themselves. Because after the third rejection, that voice in your head starts to whisper: "Maybe they're right. Maybe you are too much, not good enough. Maybe you should tone it down. Why can’t you just be normal? Your body should be hidden. Your sexuality is inappropriate." But you know what? Fuck that! Move on with me!
This is what sovereignty looks like in practice: seeing clearly, choosing yourself, and leaving spaces that demand you shrink.
Not perfect. Not healed. Just unapologetically authentic.


Friday, June 5, 2026

The Algorithm of Us

  Man and Women on Date with Coffee Theme


The Algorithm of Us


Maya Lin believes in data—not destiny. As the lead algorithm engineer behind HeartSpark, the world’s most successful dating app, her entire job revolves around proving that love can be measured, calculated, and optimized. But after a humiliating breakup goes viral, her company’s reputation—and her confidence—take a devastating hit, leaving Maya convinced that love, at least for her, is something better solved with science than trust. Enter Eli Torres, charismatic host of the internet’s favorite podcast, The Anti-Love Experiment. His mission? Prove dating apps manipulate emotions and ruin authentic relationships. And HeartSpark is his No. 1 target. When Eli launches a public challenge encouraging listeners to date without algorithms, HeartSpark panics. To repair the company’s reputation, Maya is forced to work closely with Eli—publicly and professionally—putting the face behind the algorithm directly in the path of its loudest critic. What begins as damage control quickly becomes something more personal, especially as Maya starts to realize she may have miscalculated him—and love itself. Only one problem: Maya didn’t expect Eli to be funny. Or thoughtful. Or devastatingly sincere. Or someone she could fall for—fast, when falling is the one variable she’s sworn never to risk again. As they navigate bookstore meet-cutes, awkward “old-fashioned” dates, and viral challenge videos, the chemistry between them becomes impossible to ignore. But the closer they get, the heavier Maya’s secret becomes… and the more terrifying the idea of losing Eli feels, because when he fully understands who she is and what she represents, the fallout threatens everything—her career, his platform, and the fragile belief that love might be more than data after all. In a world where love is automated, what happens when two people choose to follow their hearts instead? Perfect for fans of The Love Hypothesis, The Soulmate Equation, and The Unhoneymooners, The Algorithm of Us is a hilarious, heart-squeezing, slow-burn romance about modern dating, second chances, and the magic that can’t be calculated.





Front and Back Cover of book.