Cover Reveal - MAYBE YOU LIED by Jennifer Sadera

 

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Everything he knows about his life is. . . a lie. Blindsided by the sudden death of his mother, 21-year-old Will Lockhart can no longer afford the rent or bear the haunting memories of their shared Massachusetts apartment. While packing up his mother's belongings, he discovers his long-dead father's deed to a house in upstate New York. With nowhere else to go, he settles there, intent on making a fresh start. But odd things happen as soon as Will moves in. He's unnerved by evidence of fire damage in the cottage, and alarmed by the seizure his elderly next-door neighbor suffers upon meeting him. Most shocking of all are the rumors of a long-ago murder in his house. Now, trapped in a town full of strangers, unsure of whether local murmurings are true or simply small-town gossip, he's determined to discover what really happened all those years ago, and how he's connected to the chaos. The truth will set him free. Or get him killed. Book Details: Genre: Psychological Suspense, Domestic Suspense Published by: Creative James Media Publication Date: September 22, 2026 Number of Pages: 344 ISBN: 9781965648919 (ISBN10: 1965648916) Book Links: Amazon - https://pictbooks.tours/BlzJWBSd Kindle - https://pictbooks.tours/gjFcdqvA BN - https://pictbooks.tours/i8BfSzSp BookShop.org - https://pictbooks.tours/YxC3OYDs Goodreads - https://pictbooks.tours/Mq77TZdk Tour Links PICT Tour Page https://pictbooks.tours/qgs2LEAq PICT Tour Giveaway https://pictbooks.tours/xnsmBkqR Publisher >> Creative James Media Twitter @CreativeJamesM1 Facebook @creativejamesmedia YouTube @creativejamesmedia Author Bio: Jennifer Sadera first worked in the publishing industry as a junior copywriter for NAL/Penguin. She has written and edited for newspapers and magazines as a freelancer and on the staffs of major women's publications, Woman's Worldand Redbook. Catch Up With Jennifer Sadera: JenniferSadera.com Amazon Author Profile Goodreads BookBub - @jennifersadera Instagram - @jensaderaauthor X - @jennifersadera Facebook - @jennifer.sadera LinkedIn YouTube - @AuthorJenniferSadera   Giveaway: This is a giveaway hosted by Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours for Jennifer Sadera. See the widget for entry terms and conditions. Void where prohibited. The giveaway is for:     $25 Amazon gift card  Giveaway  https://pictbooks.tours/xnsmBkqR

(Snow Globe Shop Mystery, Book 5) by Christine Husom – Mystery / Small Town Snow Place Like Home

Snow Globe Shop Mystery, Book 5

Traditional Mystery/Amateur Sleuth, Small Town Fiction, Snow Globe Shop, Minnesota Mystery

Date Published: 01-09-2026

The past collides with the present for Camryn Brooks on one cold winter evening. A man’s body is found in the passenger seat of a car, parked in her driveway. Camryn is chilled to the bone when she learns his identity: her old nemesis, the one whose actions ruined her career and tarnished her stellar reputation in Washington D.C.

 

Early Reviews

“Camryn Brooks soon discovers, like snowflakes, no two suspects are alike . . . a captivating cozy read.” Mary Seifert

“A cozy snow day read with wonderful characters and intriguing clues to a twisty mystery.” Alicia Kozak

“It pulls you right in. An ideal cozy mystery with just enough police procedural to keep you hooked.” Timya Owens

"So many twists and turns, it leaves you thinking, ‘There's snow place like home!'" Michelle Hess

“Mystery readers will appreciate the subtle clues sprinkled throughout and an unexpected twist at the end. A great read from a great author.” Natalie Fowler

“Set against a frigid Minnesota winter, Snow Place Like Home shows that friendship and forgiveness can go a long way in chasing the chill of murder away.” Thekla Madsen

Excerpt

I yawned on my way to the living room, stretched out on the couch, pulled a comforter over my body, and opened a book I’d been reading. I was involved in the novel’s complex plot when my cell phone buzzed. I reached over and plucked it from the coffee table. My best friend Alice “Pinky” Nelson’s name appeared on the screen.

I smiled and pushed the accept button. “Hey, Pink—”

She cut me off. “Ahhhh. Cami, you need to come out here. Now.” She spoke with a hushed intensity. Was she hurt, in trouble?

My heart sank as I dropped the book, threw back the comforter, and jumped off the couch. “Come out where? Where are you, Pinky?”

“Kitchen . . . window. . . yours. . . look . . . out.” It took me a second to process her words, comprehend what she meant. She was in my backyard? Had she tripped and fallen?

I crossed the ten feet in a flash, slid my feet into boots by the back entry, cast all apprehension aside, and pushed open the door. The early evening sky was cloaked in darkness, and with the help of an alley’s street lamp, I spotted a vehicle I didn’t recognize parked by my garage. What in the world?

Pinky’s car sat next to it. I flipped on the outside house light and saw Pinky sitting in her car. When I went down the steps and moved toward her, she jumped out from her driver’s seat and pointed at the other vehicle. “I think he might be dead.”

My heart sank even lower as I glanced at a bulky form in the other vehicle’s passenger seat. I was unable to move, frozen to my spot on the snow-covered lawn. Pinky closed the gap between us and threw her arms around me. We turned our heads in sync toward the vehicle occupied by an unknown—dead or alive–person.

About the Author

Christine Husom is a bestselling author from Buffalo. She writes the Winnebago County Mysteries and the Snow Globe Shop Mysteries. Christine has stories in six anthologies, wrote a collaborative novel with eight other authors, and co-edited A Festival of Crime for Nodin Press. She trained with the St. Paul Police Department and served with the Wright County Sheriff's Office. She's a member of Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime, active with the Twin Cities chapter. She loves meeting readers at events.

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My Thoughts Lipstick and Gunpowder Author: Jane Daly

 

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Book: Lipstick and Gunpowder

Author: Jane Daly

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: March 10, 2025

Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.
Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.
Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.

 

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About the Author

Jane Daly is the author of sixteen books, including two nonfiction works. When she isn’t hunched over her computer, she is on the move – literally. She and her husband of 48 years make their home in Rigsby, their 37-foot motor home. Together they chase sunsets, discover quirky roadside attractions, and take the Gospel to fellow travelers.

 

More from Jane

Do you like stories with strong female characters?

Dale Hardy, a disgraced FBI agent, goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California to gather intel on a suspected opioid-growing operation.

Mark Goodson, who hired Dale to help run the ranch while his brother recovers from an injury, is initially skeptical of her abilities. But when they are both targeted in escalating violence, they must join forces to uncover the truth and save Mark’s niece who has been kidnapped for ransom.

Their past betrayals and broken relationships are put aside as they fight against enemies that threaten their lives and Mark’s ranch.

MY THOUGHTS 

 Lipstick and Gunpowder is written by Jane Daly. This is a new to me author and it will be one I keep an eye out for in the future. This is a Christian romantic suspense novel and the first book in the Gold Country series. I’m excited to see where the series goes. 

Our female lead is Dale Hardy.  She is a disgraced FBI agent who goes undercover at the Double-Bar-G Ranch in Ione, California.  She is hired under the pretense of managing operations of the ranch while his brother recovers. However Mark Goodson, the one who hires Dale is skeptical of who she is. 

Then danger strikes. I loved how capable Dale was in the face of danger. The author has created flawed characters who are realistic feeling and have shattered pasts. She has written in a beautiful reminder of     redemption, forgiveness, and faith. 

If you like clean romance stories with suspense and mystery this is for you. Thank you to the author, publisher and Celebrate Lit for allowing me to read a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own. 

Blog Stops

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, May 23

Simple Harvest Reads, May 24 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, May 25

Artistic Nobody, May 26 (Author Interview)

Happily Managing a Household of Boys , May 26

Texas Book-aholic, May 27

Guild Master, May 28 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, May 29

Fiction Book Lover, May 30 (Author Interview)

Blogging With Carol , May 31

Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, June 1 (Author Interview)

Because I said So, June 2

Vicky Sluiter, June 3 (Author Interview)

Pause for Tales, June 3

Holly’s Book Corner, June 4

For the Love of Literature, June 5 (Author Interview)

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Jane is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card and a copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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MY THOUGHTS- Lies To Forever by Marlene M. Bell

 

 

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Book Title:  Lies To Forever by Marlene M. Bell
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 316 pages 
Genre: Suspense Thriller
Publisher:  Ewephoric Publishing
Release date:   March 2026
Format available for review:  print-softback (USA and Canada) and ebook (GIFTED KINDLE, EPUB, PDF, Book Funnel download ) internationally. 
Content Rating:  PG because: There are a couple of references such as "hell" or "damn" in the dialog. No sex. Mild attraction. Mild description of dead bodies. Not too graphic. No strong language.

Book Description:

​First they stole her trust. Now they want her life. 

April Manning’s generous nature has always been a gift, and her greatest weakness. After being conned out of her life savings she’s left with an eviction notice and one last hope: reclaiming her old job at an architectural firm, even if it forces a showdown with head architect Hunter Ellis, her cheating ex-boyfriend.

There’s only one small hitch. The owner of the firm is dead, and the last thing April expects to find is the bloody murder weapon on her doorstep.

As the killer runs free, disturbing reminders arise from April’s troubled childhood, and suspicion flares at every turn…from the mysterious new handyman, to an estranged family member she’s tried to forget. Only one thing is certain. Death is stalking April, and she must unmask the killer before they land the fatal blow.

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Marlene M. Bell shares many traits with the bold protagonists she writes. Her Annalisse series stars a New York antiquities appraiser who chases dangerous criminals in far-flung locales. The series has won eight international literary awards and an avid fan base around the world. When Marlene's not busy plotting her next novel, she's exploring her wooded Texas ranch with camera in hand and thirty sheep faithfully in tow. As an accomplished painter and nature photographer, she's always hunting for the next spark of inspiration - or the next adventure calling her name.
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MY THOUGHTS 

Lies to Forever is a stand alone thriller that is written by Marlene M Bell. This book held my attention from the moment I started to read, and did not let go. April Manning is having to start over. She is an interior designer, but falls victim to a scammer. She arrives at an old architectural farm, and suddenly she finds herself having to clear her name when the owner of the firm is found dead on her doorstep. 

Her ex boyfriend, Hunter - offers to try and keep her safe. However she still has a soft spot for. Her life has suddenly become a dumpster fire and I had a front row seat to watch it unfold. I love that April is a relatable character. She is flawed. I love characters that are not perfect or cookie cutter. I also love the setting of the book - I love the Smokey Mountains. I loved the short chapters.  I also was suspicious of EVERYONE. 

This book is well written, the storyline is suspenseful and engaging. I hope to read more from this author. Thank you to the author, publisher and IRead book tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book - all thoughts are my own.

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My Thoughts - JANE WON'T QUIT by Eva Shaw

 

JANE WON'T QUIT by Eva Shaw May 11 - June 19, 2026 Virtual Book Tour

I’ll protect her—even if she hates me for it… until the day she actually needs saving. Perfect for readers who love: Dark conspiracy mysteries with emotional stakes Romantic tension without overpowering the plot Strong, unconventional heroines Protective, duty-bound heroes Stories where justice matters as much as love Pastor Jane Angieski has never fit the mold—too outspoken for church politics, too compassionate to look the other way, and too stubborn to quit when lives are on the line. When a high-profile scandal erupts inside a powerful Las Vegas mega church, Jane is pulled into an investigation far darker than corruption or infidelity. Behind the polished sermons and celebrity pastors lurks a brutal international trafficking ring—one that buys, sells, and returns unwanted children through a diabolical foreign adoption scheme. Captain Frank Morales has spent his career protecting the city from monsters. He knows exactly how dangerous this case is—and exactly how reckless Jane is being by digging into it. The attraction between them is instant. The trust is nonexistent. And the closer Jane gets to the truth, the harder Frank has to fight to keep her alive… whether she wants protecting or not. When a lost disabled child is found abandoned on the streets of Sin City, Jane and Frank are forced into an uneasy alliance. Because this isn’t just one victim. It’s thousands. To stop the operation, they’ll have to expose powerful men, corrupt ministries, and an international pipeline that treats children like merchandise. And someone is very willing to kill to keep it buried. In a city built on secrets, faith and justice may not be enough to save them—but walking away isn’t an option. Tropes include: Law Enforcement x Civilian Investigator Forced Partnership Opposites Attract (Faith vs Procedure) Slow Burn Romantic Suspense “Stay Out of My Case” Dynamic Protector Hero Book Details: Genre: Romantic Suspense Published by: Varus Publishing Publication Date: March 12, 2026 Number of Pages: 393 pages, Paperback ISBN: 9798249459451, Paperback

Author Bio: Mystery writer Eva Shaw, Ph.D. is one of the US’s premier ghostwriters specializing in memoirs. She’s the author of more than 100 award-winning books. Eva has been a university writing instructor with for two decades, mentoring more than 50,000 writers in her remote-learning classes through Education to Go. Novels with her byline include: Jane Won’t Quit(Vaus Publishing, March February 2026), The Beatrix Patterson Mystery Series from Torchflame Books (The Seer, The Finder, The Pursuer and The Conductor). Other novels include Games of the Heart and Doubts of the Heart. She shares her life with Coco Rose, a rambunctious 7 year old Welsh terrier, loves reading, painting, traveling, spending time with friends and family, playing the banjolele, volunteering with her church, the American Cancer Society and other organizations. She lives in Carlsbad, California. Catch Up With Eva Shaw: www.evashaw.com Amazon Author Profile Goodreads BookBub Instagram - @evashawwriter Facebook - @evashawwriter

MY THOUGHTS  Jane Won’t Quit is written by Eva Shaw. This is a new to me author - and will be one that is added to my TBR list. This is a romantic suspense that will leave you on the edge of your seat. I could not put this book down. First, I loved Pastor Jane – she is outspoken and does not fit into any mold (I get that) She also is compassionate and does not like to ignore injustice. So when she is pulled into an investigation in a mega church - there seems to be more then meets the eye. She is shocked to hear that behind the illusion of perfection it’s  a world full of sinister evil, child trafficking and so much corruption.  Jane is quite the powerhouse when it comes to unmasking the monsters behind the hurt, pain and corruption. I loved her fierce determination - just like the title says, Jane won’t quit.  This book is well written, the storyline is suspenseful and engaging. I hope to read more from this author. Thank you to the author, publisher and Partners in Crime book tours - all thoughts are my own.

Giveaway: This is a giveaway hosted by Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours for Eva Shaw. See the widget for entry terms and conditions. Void where prohibited. The giveaway is for:    5 - $5 Amazon.com Gift Cards https://pictbooks.tours/FmGnUOHn