Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of December 29, 2024 – January 4, 2025. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading!

JANUARY 1, 2025
The Drowning Game by Barbara Nickless (Thriller)
Sisters Nadia and Cass Brenner are heirs to Ocean House, a decades-old empire that builds superyachts for the rich and powerful: emirs, oligarchs, and titans of industry throughout America and Europe. They’re a next-generation success with the design of their soon-to-be-commissioned megayacht for a Chinese billionaire. But the sisters’ entrée into the coveted Asian market is tragically cut short when Cass falls from a fortieth-floor hotel balcony. Format: Print, Digital, Audio

Murder by the Letter by Carmen Radkte (Historical Mystery 1930s)
Frances is settling into married life with Jack and enjoying their prolonged stay in London. Her peaceful times end when she and her mother-in-law stumble upon a blackmail scheme, targeting a war widow they meet at the ladies’ only Athena Club. Format: Digital

JANUARY 3, 2025
Serving Up Hex by Tara Lush (Cozy Mystery)
When Amelia Matthews agrees to a friendly game of pickleball, she never expects it to end in murder. But that’s exactly what happens when her opponent drops dead on the court. Now, Amelia and her coven sisters must serve up justice before one of their own gets framed for the crime. Format: Digital (Print and Audio to come)

Murder at Raven’s Hollow by Louise Marley (Cozy Mystery)
When decades-old human bones are discovered beneath the old glasshouse behind Foxglove & Hemlock, the local florist, DS Harriet March and DI Ben Taylor find themselves digging into Raven’s Edge’s murky past. As a frosty wind whips down the cobblestoned lanes of the village, the two detectives feel an ominous chill that has nothing to do with the weather…Format: Print, Digital, Audio

The Body in the Hallway by Diana Xarissa (Cozy Mystery)
Abigail is happy to spend a day at a shopping mall a few hours away from home with her boyfriend, Mark. They enjoy exploring stores that they rarely get to visit and grab lunch in the food court. When another customer starts shouting and complaining, they both do their best to ignore him while enjoying their time together. Format: Digital

JANUARY 4, 2025
The Cream Tea Killer by Judy Leigh (Cozy Mystery)
After the excitement of her last investigation, amateur sleuth Morwenna is looking forward to things getting back to normal. When local DJ Irina asks to meet however, desperate to share information she has discovered regarding nefarious goings-on, Morwenna can’t resist. Format: Print, Digital, Audio

Note: in some cases, print releases for digital titles will be forthcoming.