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Cover Reveal: The Pumpkin Patch – Charlie Dean

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Welcome to The Pumpkin Patch at Pickle Grove.

Andi is worried that her relationship with Drew has become dull and boring. They never do anything exciting these days, in or out of the bedroom. So when a swoon-worthy stranger appears she is instantly swept off her feet.

When they unexpectedly meet again, they realise they have more in common than they thought possible so draw up a pact to spice up their lives! The plan they conjure up while working together at The Pumpkin Patch, to make their partners jealous, brings them closer than ever.

Andi plucks up the courage to finish with Drew but there are no signs of Andrew doing the same and she thinks she’s lost him forever.

With meddling exes, misunderstandings and miscommunication getting in the way, can The Pumpkin Pact bring them back together?

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Book Blitz: Devoured – Sephyrra

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We’re celebrating the release of Devoured today, a horrormance by Sephyrra!

This is a dark one besties, so please read the content warnings carefully before diving in.

Devoured (The Primal Sins Collection Book 3)

Release Date: August 28, 2025

Genre: Horror Romance

  • Dark Romance
  • Psychological Horror
  • Monster Obsession
  • Haunted psychiatric hospital
  • Plus-size, over-35 BIPOC heroine (Pakistani-American)
  • Monster x human pairing
  • Silent, masked executioner (inspired by Pyramid Head)
  • Religious horror (sacrifices, rituals, twisted theology)
  • Power imbalance and forced proximity
  • Dubious consent
  • Hurt/comfort in brutal, obsessive ways
  • Monster obsession (he watches, stalks, protects)
  • Distorted memories, unreliable POV
  • Trauma bonding
  • Feminine Rage

There was nothing left for me. Only judgment.

St. Dymphna’s is where they lock up women like me. The ones who killed their husbands. The ones who won’t stop screaming. The ones nobody wants to remember exist.

But this place is wrong. Something lives in these walls—something ancient and hungry.

Then I saw him. Eight feet of scarred muscle behind a metal mask. Red eyes that burn through the dark. A nightmare that shouldn’t exist but does.

I was supposed to be another broken woman for the doctors to play with. Another meal for whatever feeds on guilt and madness here.

I should have been his perfect victim too.

But I didn’t break.

I bit back.

And he saw something in that darkness—something that made him stop. Something that made him watch instead of strike.

Now in this asylum where something ancient demands its sacrifices, where a masked monster decides who lives and who dies—I’m learning that some prey are more dangerous than their predators.

Horror romance with a plus-size heroine, enemies-to-lovers. Asylum horror drowning in gore, feminine rage, and obsession.

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Trigger Warnings:

This book contains intense, graphic content. Reader discretion advised.

  • Psychological and Emotional
  • PTSD, panic attacks, dissociation
  • Suicidal thoughts and self-harm
  • Gaslighting and emotional abuse
  • Unreliable reality / mental breakdown
  • Isolation, captivity, and forced compliance
  • Physical and Sexual Abuse
  • Domestic violence (on-page, prolonged)
  • Graphic physical assault and beatings
  • Non-consensual medical treatment
  • Dubious and coercive sexual situations
  • Power imbalance in erotic scenes
  • Graphic Violence and Gore
  • Knife violence and mutilation
  • Genital dismemberment
  • Detailed murder and body disposal
  • Fire/arson of abuser’s body
  • Bloodplay and ritual cutting
  • Institutional and Medical Horror
  • Psychiatric facility abuse
  • Forced sedation and restraint
  • Unethical therapy and manipulation
  • Staff as predators
  • Invasive, non-consensual procedures
  • Monster and Supernatural Themes
  • Body horror and transformation
  • Monster obsession / predatory behavior
  • Unclear reality vs hallucination
  • Religious horror and sacrificial rituals
  • Symbolic and literal possession
  • Heavy body horror (restraints, mutilation, transformation)
  • Mental illness, trauma, dissociation
  • Revenge murder (very graphic)
  • Stockholm syndrome themes
  • Cleansing through violence
  • Erotic horror and mental breakdowns

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Blog Tour: The Moon’s Fury – Leena Kazak

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We’re celebrating the release of The Moon’s Fury by Leena Kazak! Read it now on Kindle Unlimited or get it from your favorite retailer!

The Moon’s Fury (Moon and Sands #2)

Release Date: August 25, 2025

Genre: Romantasy

  • Three love stories
  • Forced proximity
  • Female rage
  • Political intrigue
  • One bed / one horse
  • Look at her and die
  • Mutual pining
  • Trauma rep

She was the moon. He was the night.

Together, they rise. Together, they fall.

In the wake of the eclipse and her father’s death, Layna’s dormant powers awaken with devastating force—wild, unpredictable, and impossible to hide. As she struggles to lead Alzahra as its new queen, whispers swirl about the infamous Moon Queen, threatening to expose a truth that could unravel everything. When vicious rumors ignite across the continent, moonlit fury simmers in her veins, and her control slips further from reach with each passing day.

Zarian has turned his back on the Medjai, determined to carve out a new future at Layna’s side. But the past clings to him like a shadow—and he carries secrets he’s never dared speak aloud. The world around him shifts like desert sands, uncertain and ever-changing, but one thing remains constant: his need to protect Layna, no matter the cost. But when an old friend resurfaces, Zarian is forced to confront a question he thought he’d already answered—can he truly leave the Medjai behind?

When dangerous forces rise against her, Layna is forced to flee Alzahra and hunted across the continent. She must face the rising storm inside her and uncover the truth behind her celestial light—even if it means setting fire to everything she’s fought to protect.

Will Layna harness her light and restore peace to the continent—or will her powers burn too bright to be contained?

The Moon’s Fury is the gripping second installment in the Moon & Sands series—a world-altering, unputdownable epic tale perfect for readers who crave immersive worldbuilding, flawed and complex characters, and jaw-dropping twists. Dive deeper into a realm where loyalty is tested, secrets unravel, and power always comes at a steep price.

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Blog Tour: The Forest Hideaway – Sharon Gosling

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Saskia is building a home for herself out of the ruins of an old castle. Surrounded by forest, hidden away from everyone and everything, the place is special – it’s the only connection she has left to her father and it’s a hard-won chance to escape from her difficult past and create a new future. She’s spent her whole life trying to find a way to make this project work and finding someone to help her realise her dream has been almost impossible.
 
When local builder Owen finally signs up to manage the construction, things get off to a very bad start. But forced to find a way to work together, both realise that first impressions aren’t always the right ones, and when Owen discovers the forest is hiding a secret that could bring work to a halt, he realises he’s much more invested in the project – and Saskia – than he thought . . .

My thoughts: This was a really lovely book, about home and family and what that means to you. Saskia thinks her dad would have wanted her to build a new home inside the ruins of castle at Gair, but comes to realise she’s already home, in her tiny house in the woods. She’s not the only one who finds sanctuary amid the ancient trees and ruins.

Owen is her project manager, unhappy and struggling. His wife wants a divorce, and his priority is his young daughter. He needs steady work and a home, not something Gair offers with all the challenges set against it. He also finds Saskia annoying at first, seeing her as a spoilt rich kid with foolish plans.

As they both try to keep the development on track, against opposition that comes from suspiciously high up as well as local, they get to know each other better and realise they might have rushed to judgement – of each other, and of Gair.

*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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Blog Tour: Fires of the Forsaken – Stephanie E. Donohue

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Welcome to the tour for Fires of the Forsaken by Stephanie E. Donohue! It’s an epic grimdark romantasy that’s basically like Game of Thrones meets Deadpool…with some extra swoon and Supernatural-esque lore!

Fires of the Forsaken (Across Time Book 1)

Release Date: May 2023

Genre: Sassy Romantic Fantasy

  • Grumpy x sunshine
  • Hot Viking warrior
  • Reluctant hero
  • Fight training
  • Banter
  • Mature (age 30+) FMC
  • Pop culture Easter eggs
  • Touch him and 💀
  • Found family
  • Action packed
  • Emotion focused spice (book 2)

She just wanted a gosh-darn pizza. The apocalypse had other ideas.

Addie did not have “getting plucked from the 21st century and thrown into the apocalypse” on her “things to do after work” checklist. Yet here she is, trapped in the hellscape known as Sakar–a world torn apart by a Celestial war. Now she’s dodging soulless Wraiths, getting chased by venomous horses, and trying her darndest to avoid a meltdown.

Thankfully, Cheriour, the gruff and grumpy commander of the human army takes her under his wing. He’s blunt, brutal, and socially awkward. Totally not Addie’s type.

So why does she find him so infuriatingly attractive?

As Addie’s connection with Cheriour grows so does the danger. Wraiths threaten to eliminate the last dregs of humanity and secrets about Addie’s past are about to surface that might just make her the key to saving everything… or destroying it.

Gritty, grimdark and laced with biting humor, Fires of the Forsaken is perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Deadpool and Supernatural.

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Content warnings: violence/gore, sometimes disturbing imagery, scenes depicting the loss of family members/loved ones, scenes showcasing mental health issues (ie, anxiety, depression, etc.), and a very brief mention of violence toward a minor.

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Cover Reveal: My Rock Star Neighbour – Kathy Strobos

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My Rock Star Neighbor

When a wary rock star and a cynical reporter fake date to bury a scandalous rumor, will true love be exposed as the real story?

Nick: I do my best songwriting while playing my guitar on the fire escape. Unfortunately, my in-bed-at-ten next-door neighbor, Maddie, is not a fan of my music. She clambers out on the fire escape to yell at me about making “noise.”  In bunny slippers, no less. But then she trips and falls into my arms. 

That photo of Maddie plastered all over me hits the papers, just as my dream recording company wants to sign my band. Which is a problem, because an obsessed fan is claiming that I’m her boyfriend and now the media is blowing up that I’m two-timing them both. Good-bye recording contract, unless….

Maddie: I’m supposed to cover the story. Not be the story! But when Nick begs me to fake date, I can’t resist the chance to be Nick’s girlfriend—even if fake—the opposite of my life as a city desk reporter. But my ex said I’m a terrible kisser, and there’s no way I want Mr. Hot Rock Star saying the same thing. Hence, clause 11 in our contract: There will be absolutely no physical contact.

Nick: When Maddie receives a threatening photo of the two of us with an X over her face, my desire to protect her suddenly feels all too real. It’s either a troll or her undercover investigation has been compromised. With both our careers at stake, is breaking up the only way to keep Maddie safe?

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Publication Date: 10th October 2025

Kathy Strobos is an award-winning author living in New York City with her husband and two children, amid a growing collection of books, toys, and dollhouses. She took a break from working as a lawyer to write romantic comedies full-time and get in shape. She is still working on getting in shape. 

Born and raised in Manhattan, she loves writing about New York City and her smart heroines who live and fall in love there, amidst its vibrant energy and the aroma of homemade chocolate chip cookies. She is the award-winning author of: A Scavenger Hunt for Hearts, Partner Pursuit, Is This for Real?, Caper Crush, My Book Boyfriend, Love Is an Art and My Secret Snowflake.  

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Cover Reveal: Fatebound – Amelia Cole

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We’re proud to present the cover for the final book in Druadan Legacy series by Amelia Cole!

Fatebound (Druadan Legacy Book 4)

Expected Release Date: Spring 2026

Genre: Dystopian/ Why Choose Romance

  • Dystopian
  • Deadly Trials
  • Reverse Harem
  • Epic Battles
  • Fated Mates
  • Final Book

Venovia is gone.

The air’s too toxic to breathe. ITM took everything: our cities, our homes, our future. What’s left of us fled to the sea on ships, waiting for a salvation that won’t come.

I thought it was over. That all I had left was Oriana, my riders, and the weight of everything we failed to save.

Then Marshal told me that my father was alive and might know a way to save us.

He’s on Canna Canna, a remote island no one talks about. Where the air is clean, and tribes of druadan riders have ruled and clashed for centuries. We go, chasing a whisper of hope.

There, I learn a druadan’s bond holds untapped power—power that could tip the odds in our favor. But nothing comes without a cost, and to unlock it, my riders and I must survive a gauntlet of brutal trials. Each one will test our strength, our loyalty, and above all, the love that binds us.

This is our last chance. If we fail, Venovia falls… and the rest of the world won’t be far behind.

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Cover Reveal: Realm of Soot and Sorrow – Ashley J. Vinson

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We’re proud to present the cover for Realm of Soot and Sorrow by Ashley J. Vinson. Pre-order a copy today and stay tuned for the book tour!

Realm of Soot and Sorrow (The Divine Realms)

Expected Release Date: October 11, 2025

Genre: Romantasy/ MM Fated Romance

  • Fated mates
  • Rivals to lovers
  • Enemies to lovers
  • MM Romance
  • High stakes
  • Dual POV
  • Slow-burn
  • Grumpy x sunshine
  • Dash of spice
  • Gods, magic and more

Mateo, the Right Hand to the High Lord of the Realm of Stars, struggles through life. Yes, he has his close friends, lives in a beautiful Realm, and is in a loving relationship, but his past always finds a way to catch up with him.

Acheron, the Right Hand to the High Lord of the Realm of Clouds, is becoming fed up with said High Lord, Neil, and his increasingly troubling ideas and plans for the realms. He longs for love but believes he will never find his Mate.

When their Mate Bond snaps into place at the most inconvenient time, Acheron and Mateo find themselves in a precarious situation. Mateo must grapple with the fact that his relationship with Rowan is over and that his Mate is from enemy territory. Acheron is determined to break down Mateo’s walls and prove to him that their Mate Bond should be cherished and that his intentions are true.

Follow this beautifully woven tale of love and loss, wars both mental and physical, betrayal and newfound ties. Will their love truly have a chance to flourish? Or is it doomed to wither and die from the start?

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CONTENT WARNING:

This book contains adult themes and may not be suitable for all readers, reader discretion is advised.

For the first half of the book or so, Mateo struggles heavily with his mental health, mental distress and addiction. He turns to alcohol and drug use (snorting stardust) in an attempt to cope with the pressure placed upon him. The book heavily deals with topics around this, so please take the time to read through the warnings below, as well as the full list on my website.

Readers should be advised that the story includes elements such as romance, fantasy and complex character relationships. It explores topics such as mature intimacy, emotional intensity, alcohol, drug use (snorting stardust), mention of parental death, grief, imprisonment, murder, choking, near death, injury, dominance/submission, biting, war, addiction, violence, torture, blood, gore, conflict, and other mature situations and topics and that could be triggering for some readers. Please read with caution and prioritize your well-being.

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Blog Tour: The Ballad of the Last Dragon – C.A. Farran

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This is probably one of our most highly anticipated tour this year, and we are just thrilled to share The Last Dragon with you all this week!

The Ballad of the Last Dragon

Release Date: April

Genre: Epic Romantasy

🥀Grumpy/Sunshine
✨Found Family
🥀Quest
✨Tavern ambience
🥀“Who did this to you?”
✨Sarcasm as a love language
🥀Semi-unreliable narrator
✨Standalone

“A bard never reveals her secrets, only everyone else’s.”

There is no place for elves in this world, but Sylvaine knows she’s destined for greatness—a world-famous bard entertaining the finest nobility as far as Lindale. Unfortunately, performing in her local tavern off the beaten path lends scant opportunity to distinguish herself.

Until a group of adventurers arrive, promising fame, wealth, and glory when they slay the last dragon of their age and find the lost hoard. Syl convinces them they’ll need a bard to spread word of their heroics, and if she can claim some honor for herself along the way, well no one could fault her for recognizing a mutually beneficial arrangement. Even if it means ignoring the glaring disapproval of the hulking warrior assigned to protect her.

Jaromir is rude and ill-tempered. He makes no effort to hide his distaste when she joins their group. But as they grow closer, and are unable to deny the heat of their attraction, she discovers there’s more to him than his poor manners. He brings her passion, peace, and safety in a world in which she’s never felt welcome.

When the group suffers a great loss, they must use the power of a convincing story to keep their quest alive. A future that once seemed impossible, is suddenly within reach with Jaromir by her side. But even the ballads of love are rife with sorrow. Syl must slay her own dragons before she has a chance at surviving this journey and writing the ending she yearns for. Every bard knows the victorious ending comes at a price. Syl will see this tale through, no matter what it costs her…

Warnings: strong language, explicit sexual content, graphic depictions of violence, death, attempted SA

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Cover Reveal: Ghost Whispers – Brittany Arden

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We’re proud to present this gorgeous cover with all of you today. Ghost Whispers is available for pre-order now!

Ghost Whispers: Blakewell Mages Book One

Expected Release Date: October 1, 2025

Genre: Romantasy/ Urban Gothic Setting

  • Found Family
  • Enemies to Reluctant Allies (with romantic tension)
  • Magical Murder Mystery
  • Love Triangle (slow burn)
  • Forbidden Magic
  • Bargain with Death
  • Touch-Starved Love Interest
  • Powerful Heroine Coming Into Her Magic
  • Ghosts with Unfinished Business
  • Gothic Urban Setting
  • Protective Love Interest
  • Secret Past
  • Only One Who Can See Him (Death)

She bargained with Death. She didn’t expect him to be beautiful.

Sonia Byrd sees ghosts—and they whisper their deaths into her bones.

It’s a dangerous gift in a city ruled by mage politics and bloodlines. A gift that makes her a target. When a murdered mage’s ghost starts haunting her, Sonia’s hunt for answers leads her straight into a forbidden House of magic, the ruins of her own past, and the arms of a grumpy, infuriatingly attractive mage-detective who keeps secrets like they’re sacred texts.

But the dead aren’t the only ones watching her.

There’s something older—darker—lurking in the veil between worlds. A dangerous being who calls himself Death. And he wants her. For her magic. For her blood. For something she doesn’t understand.

Now Sonia’s caught between two men with power—and hunger—that could destroy her. As the bodies pile up and ghosts begin to scream, Sonia must decide who to trust, who to betray…

And whether her heart can survive the war between the living and the dead.

Perfect for fans of slow-burn romance, forbidden magic, and morally grey love interest who whisper your name like a prayer.

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Triggers:

Death of a parent. Grief. Brief moments of blood or body horror (mild, not graphic. Think murder mystery moment. The crime scene is found but is not gory.)
Themes of death, sacrifice, and betrayal

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