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Coming May 20

Janis Duke has spent a lifetime overshadowed by her domineering mother and ruthless twin sister. Always the quiet one—the forgotten one—she’s played her role well. But when her younger sister marries the man Janis has secretly loved for years, something inside her snaps. Resentment turns to obsession. Desire twists into something far more dangerous.

As resentment mounts and long-buried emotions ignite, Janis begins to taste the life she’s always craved. But when the walls start closing in, she faces an impossible choice: walk away—or ensure he never belongs to anyone else.

Dark, chilling, and utterly gripping, Heartquake will keep you questioning the line between love and madness.

Loss echoes through the corridors of time, whispered from the pages of history, nature, and the heart in Portraits, a vivid and haunting collection of poetry by Lacey Jones. With a voice both intimate and timeless, Lacey weaves reflections on personal grief—of loved ones passed and of cherished moments that slip like shadows—alongside tragedies etched into history: the doomed lives of Henry VIII’s wives, the sinking of ships, and the myths of goddesses like Persephone.

Each poem is a portrait, painted in rich imagery and emotion. With reverence for nature and a deep understanding of life’s fragility, Lacey captures loss, loneliness, and love as universal touchstones.

For readers who find solace in introspection and appreciate poetry that is both visual and visceral, Portraits offers a quiet sanctuary.

Love, resilience, and the power of second chances take center stage in this heartwarming small-town romance that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you rooting for Ginny and Ben until the very last page.

Ginny DePowell has her hands full running In Good Time Bookstore and caring for her ailing mother. But just when life feels overwhelming, Ben Weaver, a charming young writer seeking solace, wanders into her store—and into her heart.

Ben hopes to find peace in Cloverton’s cozy charm, but instead, he finds purpose working alongside Ginny. Sparks fly, and an unexpected connection blossoms between them. But as their bond deepens, unexpected revelations and a skeptical reporter threaten to derail their budding romance.

With everything on the line, can Ginny and Ben overcome their fears and rewrite their story, or will their chance at love slip through their fingers?

Amelia Montgomery’s life revolves around nurturing beauty in Green Haven Nursery, a sanctuary of vibrant blooms and serene greenery tucked in snowy Greenfield, Iowa. But her tranquil world shatters when her dear friend and loyal customer, Beatrice Thompson, is found dead under suspicious circumstances.

When unsettling clues emerge about Beatrice’s cherished orchid collection, Amelia’s grief transforms into determination. With the help of her steadfast business partner, Ethan Reynolds—balancing his practical skills with her botanical expertise—Amelia dives into the shadowy world of rare plant collectors and dangerous trades.

Can Amelia untangle the mystery before the killer strikes again? Or will her passion for plants lead her to the same fate as her beloved friend?

Lethal Orchids is the captivating first book in the Green Haven Mysteries series—a tale of botany, betrayal, and bravery that will keep you guessing until the very last bloom.