Marian Sandmaier’s memoir is a provocative anti-self-help prescription—a bold argument for letting go of the seductive, perilous pursuit of perfection.

From the time she was eight years old, Marian Sandmaier was fixated on one shining goal—to make herself perfect. She had no interest in tweaks or enhancements: Her ambition was to achieve a full-on personality transplant, exchanging an awkward, uncertain girl for a young goddess who was wildly charming and totally immune to rejection. Over the next fifteen years, Sandmaier’s ceaseless efforts to hold herself to this impossible standard led to a destructive intimate relationship and an ever-deepening sense of failure. She would be perfect, damn it—or die trying.

I’ll Be Awesome Tomorrow is a searingly honest account of one woman’s relentless struggle to be flawless—and to finally feel worthy of love. But it also traces what comes after: the author’s slow, strenuous, and ultimately lifesaving work of facing her past and welcoming back her banished self. For anyone who has ever sought to be exemplary—in one’s career, body, personality, or relationships—to the point of exhaustion, this memoir shows that you can choose a gentler, more self-embracing path.

THE FIRST BOOK IN THE JAMES SAGA

‘I loved the book!’ – BooksShelf Review

A forbidden love that crosses the racial divide – can love overcome hate?

A forbidden romance with dire consequences, this steamy 19th Century historical romance charts the interracial romance between two people whose secret affair provides a large dose of Southern drama.

Lawrence James is a rich man, the son of a plantation owner.

Jasmine Thomas, a strong woman, who is bound to the Havers End slave plantation in the Deep South.

As his feelings grow for her, Lawrence is torn between love and duty. Groomed to become the next master of the plantation, Lawrence has an uneasiness about becoming a slave owner.

Concerned over his eldest sister, Belvedere Rossiter, and her growing friendship with Donald Archer, a rebellious slave, Lawrence hates Donald, while Belvedere has an opposing view.

Does Lawrence choose to follow societal rules or risk everything to be with Jasmine?

This riveting family saga series epic is a page turner you will enjoy to the very end.

Liz has been watching the neighbors. One of them has noticed.

Liz McAdams knows a lot about her neighbors. Recently divorced, with time on her hands, she amuses herself by observing them as she walks her dog past their houses. And no life looks more wonderful than Sabrina Thompson's. Beautiful, wealthy, married to a gorgeous husband, Sabrina seems to have it all.

But one day Liz sees something through Sabrina's bedroom window – something that could blow her seemingly perfect marriage apart.

Liz is shocked and intrigued. She herself has always played by the rules and now she can’t help envying Sabrina’s reckless abandon as she risks everything for her own pleasure.

Fascinated, she starts to watch Sabrina’s every move. And soon realizes that her glamorous neighbor has some very dark secrets.

Then there is a chilling murder on this affluent street, and Liz wonders if Sabrina could be involved. Even more disturbing, Sabrina seems to have noticed that Liz has been shadowing her.

Leaving Liz with two terrifying questions – Is Sabrina a killer? And what might she do to the woman who knows too much?

What She Did - the chilling psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapena and John Marrs.

Previously published by the author as When Worlds Collide.


What readers are saying about What She Did:

“Dark, juicy, and impossible to put down, with a superb, unexpected twist. A solid 5-star read!” -Netgalley Reviewer

“…twisty, suspenseful, and easy to get completely absorbed in. I really enjoyed the mystery and the constant feeling that another revelation was just around the corner.” -Netgalley Reviewer

“The first sentence had me completely hooked… The pacing was fantastic, and I was constantly trying to piece together what was really happening and who I could trust. Just when I thought I had things figured out, the story would throw another twist at me. And that ending?! My jaw was on the floor.” -Netgalley Reviewer

“…a fast, easy read with enough twists to keep me turning the pages, and I have to admit, I definitely didn’t see the ending coming!” -Netgalley Reviewer

“This story had me swirling in twists and turns. …did not disappoint me. You'll love it!” -Netgalley Reviewer

“…definitely kept me turning the pages! I'm a huge fan of short chapters and unhinged characters and this book definitely delivers!” -Netgalley Reviewer

The flap on box four says forty-nine, in Roy Uhrig’s own grease pencil. The table says forty-seven. In most towns that would be a shrug; in Fairweather it is an item for the minutes. And by Sunday, the man who wrote the count — fifty years the county’s auctioneer, exact to the last lot — is dead at the foot of a ladder he paid a boy to climb.

The county writes it down as a fall and files it. The Friends of the Fairweather Public Library — a retired teacher who has been chairing things since before anyone can remember voting for her, an archivist whose standing rule is that nothing is true until it is a line in a ledger, a treasurer who reads numbers standing up so they get accepted before they get discussed, and the woman at the Blue Plate counter who hears the whole town think out loud — have a book sale to run, a roof to pay for, and a count that will not come even.

What follows is not a manhunt. It is a small town doing what it has always done better than the county: paying attention, in company. The trail runs through the town’s own paper — an accession ledger, a mail schedule, a want list in somebody’s careful hand — and through the things Fairweather gives away free: coffee, casseroles, the benefit of the doubt. One of those, it turns out, has been keeping a private price list for years.

Before the sale opens, the Friends will have to decide what the dead are owed, and what the living can stand to hear said out loud in a room with the chairs already set.

The county closed its file. The Friends are still counting.

THE DONATION BOX is a small-town library cozy mystery — Book 1 of the Fairweather Friends series. The case opens and closes inside this one book, no cliffhanger; what carries on is the company.

Anna Dahlberg grew up eating dinner under her father’s war-trophy portrait of Eva Braun.
Fifty years after the war, she discovers what he never did—that her mother and Hitler’s mistress were friends.

The secret surfaces with a mysterious monogrammed handkerchief, and a man, Hannes Ritter, whose Third Reich family history is entwined with Anna’s.

Plunged into the world of the “ordinary” Munich girl who was her mother’s confidante—and a tyrant’s lover—Anna finds her every belief about right and wrong challenged. With Hannes’s help, she retraces the path of two women who met as teenagers, shared a friendship that spanned the years that Eva Braun was Hitler’s mistress, yet never knew that the men they loved had opposing ambitions.

Eva’s story reveals that she never joined the Nazi party, had Jewish friends, and was credited at the Nuremberg Trials with saving 35,000 Allied lives. As Anna's journey leads back through the treacherous years in wartime Germany, it uncovers long-buried secrets and unknown reaches of her heart to reveal the enduring power of love in the legacies that always outlast war.

A nameless rogue. A priceless treasure map. An abundance of bad choices.

The rogue Never wants two things—his blood curse lifted and to know his true name. He’s hunted down every relic and clue only to end up empty-handed. Until he hears of a treasure map to a sunken city full of potential answers.

Getting his hands on the map might prove to be Never’s most dangerous heist yet. When the city is invaded in the middle of his caper, Never trades stealth for brute force to save the map before it burns along with the city.

But his violence has consequences. As he makes an enemy of the invading commander, can Never survive long enough to secure the map as well as his getaway, or will he go down in flames?

Never: Prequel to The Amber Isle is the thrilling prequel novella to the epic fantasy series The Book of Never. If you love charming rogues, daring heists, and epic quests, steal a glance at Never: Prequel to The Amber Isle!

Discover the untold story of Enheduanna, the world’s first named author, as she navigates power, betrayal, and divine destiny in ancient Mesopotamia. A mesmerizing fusion of history, myth, and female leadership that challenges how we see the past—and ourselves.

A high priestess dethroned. A rebel with a dangerous plan. One empire hanging by a thread.

When Enheduanna is named High Priestess of Ur, her connection to the gods makes her a target. Lugalanne’s coup strips her of robes, power, and home, casting her into the perilous underworld. There, amid forests of shadows and treacherous trials, she discovers that divine favor alone won’t save her—only cunning, courage, and a willingness to embrace the ruthlessness of her enemies can restore her.

Drawing on history and myth, Enheduanna’s Song From the Sands follows the world’s first named author as she fights to reclaim her voice and her destiny. Political intrigue, betrayal, and divine tests collide as Enheduanna must decide whether to forgive, to fight, or to harness the power that could shake the foundations of an empire. For readers who love The Song of Achilles’s intimate heroism, Circe’s mythic depth, or The Daughters of Sparta’s fierce women, this is a mesmerizing dive into ancient Mesopotamia where courage and cunning are the only paths to survival.

SPICY NEW MM ROMANCE perfect for readers who enjoy banter-filled MM contemporary romances like Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall, A Time to Shine by Rachel Reid, The Unlikely Heir by Jax Calder, or Cat Sebastian's Star Shipped.

When his out-of-town hookup turns out to be the library's new hire, the first item on Connor's to-do list is CHECKING OUT THE LIBRARIAN.

CONNOR. Connor McMillan has his life together. Mostly. Teaching second graders is a perfect job for his high energy, but why can't he find a boyfriend who likes his enthusiasm too? He wants someone in the bleachers cheering just for him, someone to cook dinner with, someone who will maybe, possibly, dress up and do a little Regency cosplay, but that last thing he doesn't say out loud.

JONATHAN. Starting over in Oregon means Jonathan Park has to try new things, meet people who don't work at the library, and hope that this time he won't repeat the same mistakes. Who's he kidding? He self-sabotages the hell out of anything good, but maybe the first step to self-improvement is saying yes to a real date with his internet hookup.

And step two? Learning to pet Connor's dog.

Connor's friends caution him to be more chill, but every time he looks at the man he wants to call his boyfriend, his brain chases his tail.

Unlocking the librarian's fortified heart will be a challenge, but Connor's taught kids to read. How hard can it be to teach Jonathan to say I love you?

CHECKING OUT THE LIBRARIAN is a spicy male-male romantic comedy for readers who want a (mostly) low-angst read with a library kitten, bedroom role play, softball games and county fair food, but please use the Look Inside feature to read the content warning about the one bad thing that happens.

TROPES: ♥ Opposites Attract ♥ Golden Retriever x Black Cat ♥ Banter ♥ Messy-texting Himbo ♥ Low Angst ♥ Rescue Dog and Library Kitten (They are Like Their Pets) ♥ Grumpy x Sunshine ♥ One Night Stand (Hook Up Turns Into More) ♥ Jock x Librarian ♥ Hurt/Comfort ♥ Role Play ♥ Books About Books ♥ Birthday Party ♥ Supportive Friends ♥ Food is a Love Language ♥ Coffee in Bed ♥ Dual POV ♥ Cutthroat Amateur Sports Competition in a Queer Sports League ♥

“… eerily prescient … readers may feel like they’ve found a history book from the future … a must-read for all those who value their freedom and future.” — Kirkus Reviews

CAN THE TRUTH SAVE AMERICA?

In an election year marred by violence, Mack Leach—the Red Caesar—rises in the polls.

His rival, Democratic presidential candidate Anna Hoffman, warns a divided country that under the Red Caesar, America will devolve into an authoritarian state: a Russia 2.0.

Admiral Liam Driscall, struggling with the devastating loss of his family, lives in isolation until a confrontation with a book burner jolts him into action. He sets aside his grief and joins Anna’s campaign.

Liam’s team enlists the help of a Stanford PhD student developing an AI technology—the Truth Chamber—to figure out who is behind the escalating domestic chaos.

This is no longer just an American election; it is a global stratagem to topple the last bastion of the old world order. Anna’s team soon learns that the truth has become political…and dangerous. And to save democracy, they may be forced to leave muddy footprints on the Constitution.

The only thing they know for certain is that if the Red Caesar becomes president, it’ll be the end of the republic.

For readers of high-stakes political thrillers and speculative fiction, The Truth Chamber explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, state-sponsored disinformation, and the fragility of modern democracy. It is a sobering reflection on power and the increasingly distorted concept of truth.

This book is about overcoming all the odds. It is achievement paired with loss, and accomplishment paired with adversity. It is having faith that in all things, even the most challenging and heartbreaking, you can learn and gain something important. It begins with the hope and belief that you can get through anything, even if it's your only option.

In book three of the Colorado Skies mystery series, Kim Jackson learns she isn’t the only one trying to outrun her past.

Murder has a way of finding Kim Jackson, even in the small mining town of Creede, Colorado. Forced to leave Durango behind and move on, Kim is now working in Creede’s tax accounting office, trying not to get attached. Her life is simple and quiet until the day an unusual young woman, Laurie Beltran, walks through her door with a sticky tax problem. Laurie is pious and seemingly naïve, living as a pauper but possessing a secret fortune she seems afraid to touch—and there’s a family tragedy lurking in her past.Kim offers to help her sort out her accounts, but what begins as a good deed quickly leads Kim into a dark web of greed, corruption, and lies.

When Laurie is arrested for the murder of a local businessman and father, Kim has her doubts. Without anyone else to help Laurie fight the charges, Kim steps in to investigate, throwing herself into the sights of the real killer. As Kim gathers evidence, she becomes convinced she knows who committed the heinous crime. Now she just needs a motive. But Kim has made one crucial mistake:she doesn’t know who she’s dealing with.

In this third book of the Colorado Skies mystery series, Kim discovers that she isn’t the only one trying to escape her past—and that some people will kill to keep their secrets safe.

Anaxantis, prince of Ximerion. You will hate him... if your heart isn't big enough.

While the kingdom of Ximerion is threatened at its southern border by a major power, the high king sends his two youngest sons, the half brothers Anaxantis and Ehandar, as Lord Governors to the Northern Marches where minor raids by wild barbarians are expected. Under the guidance of an old and trusted general, the king hopes to keep the young princes far from the major conflict in the south, while at the same time providing them with a valuable learning experience. The estranged half brothers are rivals, but soon they feel attracted to each other. As if this was not enough of a complication, they begin to suspect that they were set up by their own father. The result is a fierce struggle for power where the lines between hate and love become almost indistinguishable and where nothing is what it seems.

“In a well-crafted debut, Smith-Blum provides the reader a ringside seat to the birth of the nuclear age…a beautifully written, important story…Tangles packs a punch and hits close to home.” –Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author of The Tracy Crosswhite Series

Oppenheimer was just the beginning.

When a harpooned whale offers proof the Hanford Nuclear Reservation is endangering all life in the Columbia River Basin, Luke Hinson, a brash young scientist, seizes the chance to avenge his father’s death but a thyroid cancer diagnosis derails Luke’s research. Between treatments, he dives back in, making enemies at every turn. On an overnight trek, Luke discovers evidence that Mary, his former neighbor, embarked on the same treacherous trail, and her disappearance, a decade prior, may be tied to Hanford’s harmful practices mired in government-mandated secrecy.

A love story wrapped in a mystery, this stunning Cold War home-front tale reveals the devastating costs of the birth of the nuclear age, and celebrates the quiet courage of wronged women, the fierce determination of fatherless sons, and the limitless power of the individual.

Tangles is a genre-defying must-read for our time.

Olive Grove Odyssey: Elevate Your Well-being with the Mediterranean Diet's Timeless Secrets.

Let Bradley Ferguson be your guide to the incredible world of Mediterranean cuisine. In his debut cookbook, "Mediterranean Cookbook for Beginners: Mediterranean Magic," Ferguson takes you on a mouth-watering journey through the sun-drenched flavors and time-honored traditions of the Mediterranean region.

With over 100 approachable recipes, ranging from simple breakfasts to flavor-packed appetizers, hearty mains, and indulgent desserts, this book is a treasure trove of Mediterranean culinary wisdom.

Ferguson's passion for this celebrated cuisine shines through as he shares the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and its emphasis on fresh, wholesome ingredients like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats. But this cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes – it's an invitation to embrace a lifestyle that celebrates good food, good company, and good health.

Ferguson's engaging writing style and personal anecdotes transport you to the sun-drenched coasts of Greece, the bustling markets of Morocco, and the lively kitchen tables of Italy, where the true magic of Mediterranean cooking comes to life.

Whether you're a complete novice or an experienced home cook, "Mediterranean Cookbook for Beginners: Mediterranean Magic" will equip you with the knowledge and skills to recreate the vibrant and nourishing flavors of the Mediterranean in your own kitchen. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds, nourish your body, and ignite your passion for cooking with Bradley Ferguson as your guide.

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Fire up your grill and elevate your cooking skills with 'GRILL COOKBOOK' – your ultimate guide to mastering the art of grilling and creating culinary delights

"GRILL COOKBOOK" is a captivating exploration into the world of grilling, perfect for those eager to enhance their grilling expertise. This book combines essential knowledge with a variety of techniques and recipes, transforming any griller into a culinary artist.

Grill Basics: Starts with an introduction to the essentials of grilling, covering different types of grills, necessary tools, and fundamental techniques. It's an ideal primer for beginners or a refresher for seasoned grillers.

Grilling Techniques: This chapter unveils various grilling methods, from smoking to direct-heat grilling. Each technique is explained in detail to bring out unique flavors and textures in your dishes.

Marinades, Rubs, and Sauces: Delve into the art of creating flavor enhancers that transform simple grilled foods into exceptional dishes. This section is a treasure trove for those who love to experiment with flavors.

The culinary journey continues with specialized sections for different types of grilled foods:

Beef, Poultry, and Pork: Dedicated chapters for each meat type, offering specific tips and recipes to achieve perfectly grilled results every time.

Seafood: Learn the subtleties of grilling various seafood, ensuring delicate tastes are preserved and enhanced.

"GRILL COOKBOOK" is more than just a recipe book; it's an invitation to experiment and savor the art of grilling. It is designed to inspire both novice and experienced grillers to discover new tastes and techniques. Whether you are firing up the grill for a family meal or a social gathering, this book is your guide to creating delectable, grilled masterpieces.

Prepare to embark on a flavorful grilling adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with every meal.

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A young man meets the boy of his dreams, loses him, and then sets out to find him.

"Boy Loses Boy" is a fast-paced, romantic comedy, set in the worlds of television writing, and stand-up comedy.

When vintage dealer Nora Blackwell receives a call from a precise, recently retired textile conservator, she expects an interesting acquisition. What she finds, hidden in the lining of an extraordinary 1920s beaded coat, is something far more consequential: a fragment of musical manuscript, signed with two initials and a single sentence in French.

Ce que j'ai composé ne mourra pas avec moi. What I have composed will not die with me.

The manuscript belongs to Élise Lavigne, a French composer who vanished in occupied Paris in 1943 and whose music was believed entirely lost. The coat belongs to Iris Calloway — one hundred and one years old, living in a Northampton memory care facility, and the only person alive who knew Lavigne personally.

Following the thread from Millbrook to Northampton to the archives of Lyon to the streets of Paris, Nora, with her Labrador retriever Gatsby leading the way, her journalist partner Marcus at her side, and a chain of remarkable women guiding her toward the truth, gradually assembles the full picture. She is able to complete the seven-song cycle hidden across a coat, a manuscript, and decades of faithful keeping. And a composer whose disappearance was not what history assumed.

Warm, quietly suspenseful, and deeply felt, The Curtain Falls is a story about the things we carry, the people who keep them safe, and the room — inside every life — where nothing truly dies.

Three women. One monster. And a debt that can only be paid in blood.

When Serena meets Tod, he seems too good to be true — charming, wealthy, ready to sweep her off her feet. He proposes to her on his yacht, puts a beautiful diamond ring on her finger.

But when Serena shows gym owner Chloe a photo of Tod, her friend turns pale.

Years ago, Chloe was married to the same guy. Except his name isn't Tod, it’s Tam and he is a con man. The ring is fake. The yacht was never his. And everything he’s been telling Serena is a lie.

Serena investigates and discovers Chloe is telling the truth. She meets a third woman, Uma, who has also fallen for Tam.

The three decide to take their revenge, not realizing they are starting down a path which will grow ever darker and more treacherous. Because what they don’t know is that Tam isn’t just a con man, he’s a monster.

And now they are trapped in a nightmarish game where there is only one rule: you lose, you die.

We Will Find You – the gripping psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Daniel Hurst and John Marrs.


What readers are saying about We Will Find You:

“…this book had me HOOKED, hanging on to my seat, heart racing and anxious. It was packed with humour, plot twists and suspense…” -Goodreads Reviewer

“…dark, funny, and packed with female revenge in the best way. I would absolutely recommend to anyone who enjoys clever, darkly funny revenge stories with memorable female characters.” -Goodreads Reviewer

“It's fast paced and a fun read with some… unexpected twists.” -Netgalley Reviewer

“I liked the humour… an entertaining, quick read.” -Netgalley Reviewer

“THIS is why I love thrillers. We Will Find You had me saying “just one more chapter” way too many times. The suspense, the twists, the constant feeling that something was about to happen—I was completely invested.” -Netgalley Reviewer

“This kept me up reading the entire night! I absolutely devoured it! I love the way the story unfolded. The character building was amazing, the plot was gripping, and the vibes were even better!” -Netgalley Reviewer

A grieving widower who hasn't written a word in years walks onto a pickleball court — and meets the one woman stubborn enough to drag him back to life.

Iris Reyes doesn't do pity, and somehow that's exactly what Jack Harrington needs. As their unlikely doubles partnership transforms from disaster to triumph, something shifts between them — and then something pushes back. Strange, impossible things that make Jack question his sanity and his past.

Grief was never his only opponent. It just took the longest to name.

Pick up this complete series and find out if Jack and Iris find love in an unexpected place.

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He thought grief was his only opponent.

Bestselling novelist Jack Harrington's world stopped the day he became a widower. No more words. No more stories. Just endless days in a house that feels too empty and too full at the same time.

Enter pickleball—his friends' absurd intervention. Enter Iris Reyes—a fierce competitor who doesn't do pity. Together, they're the worst doubles team in Sandia Park. Until suddenly, they're not.

As Jack and Iris fight their way from humiliation to triumph, an undeniable connection forms. She makes him want to write again. To live again. To love again.

Something doesn't want Jack to move forward. Strange things happen when Iris gets too close. Impossible things. Things that make him question his sanity and push away the one person who makes him feel alive.

Is Jack losing his mind to grief, or is something more powerful at play? Can new love bloom when the past won't stay buried?

Included in this boxed set:

1. Second Serve
2. In the Kitchen
3. Match Point

Grab this boxed set and discover whether Jack can win the most important match.

Elara Stonebloom must risk her life to save her greatest enemy: the cruel Fae who oppress her homeland.

An orphaned human healer, Elara hides in the shadow of the powerful Fae who rule her homeland with an iron fist. But her carefully controlled world unravels when a Fae Lord strides into her quiet village and presents her with a brutal choice: heal his dying soldier or watch her village burn.

Though the task is far beyond her skill, she must try to save her loved ones from suffering, but as she struggles to save the life of one of her enemies, the Fae Lord's piercing dark eyes linger on her with an intensity that makes her heart race.

Something raw and untamed thrums beneath his cold exterior, calling to her. Something, Elara knows, she should resist. Because Elara has a secret... One that, if discovered, could see her life, her home, and the fragile bond forming between them destroyed forever.

If you loved the world-building in A Court of Thorns and Roses and the SLOW BURN, forbidden romance in From Blood and Ash, then scroll up to one-click PRINCE OF DARKNESS AND DECEIT today!