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Cornelia Rose eschews the glories of New York City and the wonders of the 1850s modern technology, and heads out to unknown territory in the Wild West. WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Women's Fiction~~~Cornelia Rose has embraced the opportunities that life in the metropolis of New York provides. In love and happily married to Obadiah Wright, her life is a fairytale of abundance, but it takes an unexpected turn with Obadiah's decision to heed the call of the West.As his wife, she has no choice but to leave her home, family, and the comforts of civilization, and join him in accepting his opportunity to become circuit judge in Utah Territory.In spite of her endless hours of research, nothing prepares Cornelia for the arduous walk from the packet boat on the Erie Canal toward the Wild West.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a journey back in time to the 1800s, with the second book in the award-winning "Journey of Cornelia Rose" series, combining the best of historical fiction, women's fiction, and the Old West pioneering spirit as one woman seeks fulfillment in her life."Walk Away West was like a breath of fresh air. ... Author J.F. Collen paints a picture with words that is both captivating and entrancing... This is an absolutely fantastic story and one I can highly recommend." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Grant Leishman (5 STARS)"A masterful wordsmith, Collen has an ability to describe the wonders of the time period with historic accuracy. ...her creativity in illustrating the sights and sounds, fear and pain, wonder, and excitement immerse the reader in the setting of the story." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Cheryl E. Rodriguez (5 STARS)

The armies of hell are loosed upon paradise and nothing can stand in their path.> WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Science Fiction"...a chilling community horror adventure like no other, and one which leaves you with a lump in your throat throughout. ...one of the most interesting and original virus-style thriller novels I've read in a long while." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS)"This is a well-crafted horror story with memorable characters and an unusual plot. The Holocaust Engine is a fun and quick read, thanks to the beauty of language and the authors' gift for storytelling and plot." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Jose Cornelio (5 STARS)It begins with disease.A brain-rotting virus, which leaves its victims disoriented and hyper-violent, rages out of Cuba into the Florida Keys. The bewildered government destroys the mainland bridge and places the islands under quarantine. Inside this cordon, the population descends into chaos, as rival factions battle over dwindling resources, buildings become fortresses, boats lash together as defensible islands, and whole neighborhoods wall off into armed camps.As order slips beyond any chance of recovery, hopelessness reigns. But not everyone accepts this fate."...I was pulled in right from the beginning. ...The writing is polished and it flows with an unusual fluidity and crispness. ...The theme of survival is central in this narrative and while it features scenes that are crafted for fans of horror, I was so taken by the keen exploration of human nature. The characters are real, the pacing is fast, and the plot is a twisty one." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Romuald Dzemo (5 STARS)EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the first book in the thrilling, award-winning post-apocalyptic horror thriller series, "The Holocaust Engine."

As a dark flame consumes the world, a larger threat looms over the refugees of Solpate.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Winter 2020 - Best Young Adult FantasyWINNER: Readers'' Favorite Book Awards 2020 - Bronze Medal - Young Adult Fiction-Epic Fantasy"The world-building is intricate, strange but compelling, drawing fantasy elements into its own cohesive and engaging lore... The moving trees, or the ramblers, and the gods of the realm known as the Souls add a mythical and fantastical charm to the story. ...full of dark thrills, adrenaline-pumping moments, and heavy emotions... With twists, loss, revenge, and a quest for peace and freedom, Warden''s Reign hits all the right notes not just for YA readers but older fantasy fans as well." ~ Readers'' Favorite Book Reviews, Lit Amri (5 STARS)Orphans are snagged from their beds and used in the Warden''s dark experiments. Those who seek asylum in the forest must survive the dangers of the night, when the forest trees uproot and roam free.Fifteen-year-old Kole, with the help of his mentor, Russ├⌐, has adapted. He''s learned to tame the rampant trees and protect the orphans. But when one of the Warden''s mutated creatures discovers the camp and sets it aflame, Kole''s life is upturned and the refugees'' haven is lost.Kole must convince the others to make a stand to save themselves-and all their people-from the anguish of becoming the next subjects of brutal experiments. Yet what chance does a rag-tag band of refugees have against the malevolent power and magic of the Warden and his vile creations?EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the first book in the "Essence of Ohr" series of wondrous young adult fantasy adventures."Unique, imaginative, and well-crafted world-building and a plot rife with danger and startling discoveries make for addictive reading." ~ Readers'' Favorite Book Reviews, Caitlin Lyle Farley (5 STARS)"Warden''s Reign is an exciting beginning to what promises to be an action-packed fantasy series. ...actually very original and extremely imaginative." ~ Readers'' Favorite Book Reviews, Scott Cahan (5 STARS)BOOKS BY PARRIS SHEETS:Essence of Ohr - Book 1: Warden''s ReignEssence of Ohr - Book 2: Children of the VolcanoEssence of Ohr - Book 3: Beyond the Flame [Spring 2022]MORE GREAT YOUNG ADULT FANTASY FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING:The "Stormbourne Chronicles" Series by Karissa LaurelThe "Chosen" Series by Jeff Altabef and Erynn AltabefThe "David Rose" Series by Daryl RothmanThe Silver Sphere by Michael Dadich

Valuable land, oil, and murder make strange bedfellows.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Summer 2021 - Best Crime FictionDenny McConnell, Private Investigator, is hired to research the deeds, land swaps, and old lawsuits regarding Texas ranchland and oil, the rights to which are now disputed by Wendy Axtell Shearer. Obstacles develop, in part, because of Wendy's charming but flawed character.Denny puts to good use his engineering skills, and becomes entangled in the bitter family feud that includes murder, mayhem, and lies. Now, he has to stay alive long enough to untangle this deadly mess.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS an entertaining, intriguing romp by one private investigator through some deadly wheeling and dealing in the Great State of Texas.

Mysterious screams and terrifying shadows haunt the woods of East Texas-horrors born of deadly secrets.FINALIST: Feathered Quill Book Awards 2021: Mystery/Thriller/Suspense/HorrorTOP 5 FINALIST: The Kindle Book Review 2021: Horror/Suspense~~~"...an excellent work of suspenseful horror fiction... I absolutely loved the dialogue and East Texas vibe... definitely recommend The Haunt at Hogg Run for horror fans looking for a fully immersive and spine-tingling experience." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS)It's not awkward at all when you're forced on a family vacation with your new stepmother and her young daughter. Reluctantly, Macy Donner agrees to it to please her father. But camping? Even worse.Beset by ominous weather, power outages, and hulking shadows heralded by terrifying screams from the darkness, Macy realizes that she's their only hope for survival-a thin hope, at best. Although she's learned a thing or two from her monster-hunting friends, she's not equipped for the horrors of the nearby, abandoned haunted house, or for its long-buried secrets-secrets that want to kill her."Themes of love and family bonding, although rare in horror stories, predominate the storyline. With both fantastical and real-life monsters, suspenseful chase sequences, and a brave protagonist, The Haunt at Hogg Run is a real treat for fans of the horror genre." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Shrabastee Chakraborty (5 STARS)EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the fourth book in the critically-acclaimed, multiple award-winning "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.

All Huck wants for Christmas is a revolution... and donuts. Vive la Revolution!The American Revolution began with the Boston Tea Party. If Huck Carp has anything to do about it, the next people's revolution will begin in the drive-thru of a sleepy donut shop in a working-class neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio.It started as a single random act of kindness when an early morning customer paid forward the next person's order, and so did the next, and the next, and the streak had been going all day long.The crew at the Drip 'n' Donuts shop don't agree on many things, but they come together, each doing their parts to keep the streak alive. As word gets out through social media, people come from across the city to share in the holiday pay-it-forward phenomenon.Forces are conspiring against them, however. First, a December blizzard is blowing into Columbus. Second, a jealous billionaire is determined to crush the Christmas Donut Revolution, and it will take only one person to ruin it for everybody.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a satirical novel sure to keep a smile on your face.Books by Gregg Sapp:Fresh News Straight from HeavenHolidazed - Book 1: Halloween from the Other SideHolidazed - Book 2: The Christmas Donut RevolutionMore Great Fiction from Evolved Publishing:Hannah's Voice by Robb GrindstaffThe Colonel and the Bee by Patrick CanningMemoirs of a Transferable Soul by W. Town Andrews 

The unthinkable happens in the skies over Florida, when someone hijacks the CIA Director's flight as he returns from his daughter's wedding.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Winter 2020 -- Best Spy ThrillerFINALIST: Eric Hoffer - First Horizon Award - 2020HONORABLE MENTION: Readers' Favorite Book Awards 2020 - Fiction-Thriller-EspionageMichelle Reagan-code name Eden-and an elite team of US Navy SEALs are sent halfway around the world to rescue him. Their high-risk mission to rescue the director and his wife becomes a full-scale assault on a heavily fortified military base. If rescue becomes impossible, Eden will have to carry out the CIA's best-kept secret: Directive One.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a non-stop thrill ride with action galore, insights into covert action tradecraft, and descriptions of exotic locales around the globe so detailed you can smell them. Directive One is perfect for fans of Tom Clancy, Robert Ludlum, Dean Koontz, Brad Meltzer, and Len Deighton.Books by Scott Shinberg: Michelle Reagan - Book 1: "Confessions of Eden" Michelle Reagan - Book 2: "Directive One" Michelle Reagan - Book 3: "Fly by Night" Michelle Reagan - Book 4: "Sargon the Third" (Coming 2021)More Great Thrillers from Evolved Publishing: "The Syndicate-Born Trilogy" Series by K.M. Hodge "The Oz Files" Series by Barry Metcalf The "Tony Hooper" Series by Lane Diamond The "Duncan Cochrane" Series by David Hagerty

It hides in the shadows, waits in the desert, ready to pounce on any who enter its domain.To Miriam Brooks, a solo study trip to an abandoned desert ranch house sounds like the perfect respite from the world, a way to unwind and center herself after a string of unbelievable encounters with terrifying monsters.Yet the desert isn't devoid of life. Something lurks outside her window, changing its form to suit its mysterious needs. She's familiar with the stories, but legend becomes reality when she stands face-to-face with a soulless copy of herself.Another day, another monster… but before she can act, Miriam is unexpectedly flanked by the father she's been trying to avoid, along with two cocky assistants who don't understand the threat they face. She's equipped to battle the shape-shifting terror hiding in the darkness, but being forced to finally confront her father might just kill her.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the third book in the critically acclaimed "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.BOOKS BY J.P. BARNETT: "The Beast of Rose Valley" (Lorestalker - Book 1) "The Kraken of Cape Madre" (Lorestalker - Book 2) "The Witch of Gray's Point" (Lorestalker - Book 3) "The Haunt at Hogg Run" (Lorestalker - Book 4) "The Devil of Misty Lake" (Lorestalker- Book 5) [Coming 2021] "The Legacy of Rose Valley" (Lorestalker - Book 6) [Coming 2022]MORE GREAT HORROR FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING: The "Writer's Block" Series by A.K. Kuykendall The "Big Sky Terror" Series by D.W. Hitz The "Enigma of Twilight Falls" Series by Mike Robinson "The Zombie West Trilogy" by Angela Scott

It turns out that hell and Lucifer aren't what Steven Cabbott imagined. That's a good thing, although he's still forced to make a deal with the Devil, one that might trigger the Apocalypse.Though not at his best, Steven Cabbott is compelled to walk a tricky line. He's already sworn an oath to Father Paul and the light angels, but if that oath was based on falsehoods, does it still bind him?A terror they call 'The Vampire' is killing kids in Charleston, and Steven can sense that he's not human, but he's not an angel or a demon either. He's something else. Steven, along with is friend Hank, will put everything on the line to figure out what's happening there and shut down whoever is terrorizing Hank's hometown.Steven suspects this is all tied to the End of Days and his untenable position between light and darkness. Hopefully, the Fates will be kind to him.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS an intriguing, thrilling look inside the great battle between good and evil, possibly leading to the End of Days, with the third book in the multiple award-winning "A Nephilim Thriller" series of supernatural thrillers.BOOKS BY JEFF ALTABEF:A NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 1: Devil's DenA NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 2: Devil's DanceA NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 3: Devil's DealA NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 4: Devil's DayA POINT THRILLER - Book 1: Fracture PointA POINT THRILLER - Book 2: Shatter PointRED DEATH - Book 1: Red DeathRED DEATH - Book 2: The Ghost KingRED DEATH - Book 3: The ImmortalsCHOSEN - Book 1: Wind Catcher (with Erynn Altabef)CHOSEN - Book 2: Brink of Dawn (with Erynn Altabef)CHOSEN - Book 3: Scorched Souls (with Erynn Altabef)MORE GREAT THRILLERS FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING:The "Hellbound" Series by William LJ Galaini"The Wayward Sons of the Empyrean" Series by Adam MillerThe "Matthew Bishop" Series by Burt ClinchandhillForgive Me, Alex by Lane Diamond

Is it better to take the risk and pursue the glory of fame and fortune, or to live a simpler, more grounded life?WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Winter 2020 -- Best Literary FictionWINNER: Readers' Favorite Book Awards 2020 - Bronze Medal - Fiction-Drama"Richard Robbins has presented a cast of interesting characters, and each one is fully explored. The plot engages the reader from the first page to the last. The writing style is fast-paced and flows smoothly. Author Richard Robbins has penned a captivating novel in Panicles. A fascinating read!" ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Deborah Lloyd (5 STARS)Follow the fates of two families, one wealthy and powerful, the other blue collar, from a chance meeting at a Florida poolside, to the highest levels of politics and power. This sweeping saga of love, war, money, and power leaves each family weighing their duty to their family versus service to their country.It all leads to a fateful choice-a sacrifice-which could change the course of history.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a contemporary literary exploration of two very different families, with their ties to politics, power and influence, and to each other."Panicles will make you think, make you cry, make you laugh and smile and keep you reading until the very end." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Trudi LoPreto (5 STARS)"Panicles is a novel that invites reflection with its subtle and significant meaning... Connections, effects, and a great storyline make Panicles a remarkable novel from many points of view." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Astrid Iustulin (5 STARS)Books by Richard Robbins: Love, Loss, and Lagniappe Panicles The Tormenting Beauty of Empathy (Coming 2020)More Great Literary Fiction from Evolved Publishing: Red Clay, Yellow Grass by Richard Barager Hannah's Voice by Robb Grindstaff The Temptation of Destiny by D.M. Earley Hidden Colours by Nillu Nasser

Immortality isn't just about living forever; sometimes, it's about forever refusing to let things die.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Young Adult FictionFor his 15th birthday, David Rose wishes for things to go back to the way they were. He wants the nightmares to end, the bullies to leave, and the claustrophobic memories of his near drowning to disappear. Not to mention his surreal encounter with a mythical creature.He stands with his little sister Rachel in front of their mother's grave and pledges to seek the truth about what really happened on that terrible evening a year ago, but this quest for truth threatens to unleash a sinister plot centuries in the making.David must awaken in time-to the incredible truth, to his newfound powers, and to the realization that to protect his family and survive in the world he's always known, he must come to grips with the dark secrets of a world he never knew existed.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS an extraordinary adventure through time, an epic tale of hesitant heroism, and the timeless battle between good and evil. [DRM-Free]Books by Daryl Rothman: "The Awakening of David Rose" (David Rose: Book 1) "David Rose and the Forbidden Tournament" (David Rose: Book 2) [Coming 2020] "David Rose and the Book of Life" (David Rose: Book 3) [Coming 2021]More Great YA Fantasy from Evolved Publishing: The "Amüli Chronicles: Frendyl Krune" Series by Kira A. McFadden The "Stormbourne Chronicles" Series by Karissa Laurel Kingdom in Chains by J.W. Zulauf The "Chosen" Series by Jeff Altabef and Erynn Altabef "Two Moons of Sera" by P.K. Tyler "Dream Warriors" by D. Robert Pease

Destiny is complex in the 21st century: sometimes destiny tempts us, and sometimes we tempt destiny. Either way, every choice brings consequences, as Jake and Dakota are about to discover.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Literary Fiction"Suspenseful, intriguing and powerfully tense, this is a dark fantasy work like no other... The Temptation of Destiny is a master class in tension and supposition." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS)Jake has the perfect life-a successful marriage, three great children, and a plan set in place for his future. Yet with one tragic twist of fate, all he has achieved is threatened.Dakota, a recent graduate from law school, is eager to start her life in Wind River, a magical place where legends of strong warriors and beautiful maidens, in a majestic land steeped in lore, have always captured her imagination. Yet one horrible night threatens her piece of heaven on earth.The Spirits dance across the night sky as the most vile, violent, and darkest of humanity's secrets invade Wind River. Prophetic visions warn of a great battle, and the dead tell tales, as the past and future collide and the struggle between the Spirit and Mortal worlds tear at the fibers of humanity.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a compelling 21st-century story of light and darkness, love and despair, life and death, all set against the backdrop of Wyoming American Indian country, culture, history, and spirituality. [DRM-Free]"The scenes are beautifully written, the points of views clearly narrated, and the conflict is so skillfully constructed that it drives the story forward. A great read, indeed." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Divine Zape (5 STARS)"...beautifully written, expressive, and enjoyable." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.J. Simmill (5 STARS)BOOKS BY D.M. EARLEYCall of Destiny - Book 1: The Temptation of DestinyCall of Destiny - Book 2: The Pyres of Destiny [Coming Fall 2021]Call of Destiny - Book 3: A Regression of Destiny [Coming 2022]MORE GREAT FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHINGThe "Shining Light's Saga" Series by Ruby Standing DeerThe "Chosen" Series by Jeff Altabef and Erynn AltabefThe "Enigma of Twilight Falls" Series by Mike RobinsonThe "Big Sky Terror" Series by D.W. Hitz"Memoirs of a Transferable Soul" by W. Town Andrews

"This is an outstanding novel... Erin is a perfectly flawed heroine." ~ Semifinalist, 2017 BookLife Prize (10 out of 10 in All 5 Categories Judged)Erin Reardon gets her first kiss from Jim Morrison and loses her virginity to David Bowie. When she flunks out of college, Bruce Springsteen comforts her, and Elvis Costello breaks her heart in Europe. So what happens when she finally meets a rock star in the flesh?Erin's a lonely misfit with an eating disorder and a wild imagination. She believes she was born to save-and love-at least one tortured musician, and is willing to risk almost everything to fulfill that destiny."...gracefully grapples with several important issues, including alcohol and drug addiction, loss, grief and sexuality... There are also many entertaining pop-culture references to offset the weighty themes... An intriguing novel that looks at the ways that people cope with the pain in their lives." ~ Kirkus ReviewsEVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a newly revised and edited second edition of a critically-acclaimed, award-winning literary/women's fiction piece sure to compel you to keep those pages turning.Books by Mary Rowen: "Leaving the Beach" "Living by Ear" "It Doesn't Have To Be That Way" (Coming Fall 2020)More Great Women's Fiction from Evolved Publishing: "Participant" by Carmen Kemp "All the Tomorrows" by Nillu Nasser The "Borderline" Series by Taya DeVere "Yours to Keep or Throw Aside" by E.D. Martin "White Chalk" by P.K. Tyler "Cassia" by Lanette Kauten

PI Kowalski peels back the layers of a sunny, idyllic Aussie town, and exposes its dark, criminal underbelly.PI Matt Kowalski's first case is personal. Real personal.Clues point him in many directions and at many suspects, and he exposes a horrific crime with devastating consequences, which will affect the town forever. He also ends up unwittingly putting those he loves in the crosshairs of a ruthless black-racketeering syndicate.Now, on his own and up against heavy odds, he must track a killer before they take out his family.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the first thrilling installment in the "PI Kowalski" series of crime mysteries set in the great Down Under, brought to you with tangible authenticity by Australian author Chris Krupa. [eBook DRM-Free; Also Available in Paperback and Audiobook]BOOKS BY CHRIS KRUPA:PI Kowalski - Book 1: "Inlet Boys"PI Kowalski - Book 2: "Tall Dark Heart"PI Kowalski - Book 3: "The Jaydus File"MORE GREAT DETECTIVE/CRIME THRILLER SERIES FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING:"The Oz Files" Series by Barry Metcalf (also set in Australia)The "Payden Beck Crime Thriller" Series by Michael GolvachThe "Denny McConnell PI" Series by Kent SwartsThe "Syndicate-Born Trilogy" by K.M. HodgeThe "Zoë Delante Thriller" Series by C.L. Roberts-Huth

Spring break will never be the same after a legendary creature rises from the depths."This book flew by while I was reading because of its intense page-turning quality... The monsters, myths and historical aspects which Miriam uncovers are the hallmarks of any great seafaring adventure, adding lots of atmosphere as the darkness and tension of the tale builds up. Along the way, the real power of the horror novel kicks in more and more, and what might seem like a slow burner soon becomes an inferno of action, terror and frightening realities revealed." ~ Readers' Favorite Book ReviewsIt's been almost two years, but the nightmares still haunt Miriam Brooks—grisly images of her brother being slaughtered. A relaxing Spring Break at the beach seems like a good way to put some distance between her and the troubling past, but paradise shatters when she saves a tourist from something lurking beneath the waves.Soon, she's on the trail of a sea creature from the legends of Vikings and Pirates. The fishermen of Cape Madre tell tales for the right price, and Miriam quickly learns of a string of disappearances all related to this mysterious monster.The cops and the coast guard are meant to handle the crimes of men, but Miriam's been trained to find the creatures of lore—creatures like this. Pulled back into the life she wants to forget, Miriam is the last line of defense between man and myth.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the second book in the critically acclaimed "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.Books by J.P. Barnett:"The Beast of Rose Valley" (Lorestalker - Book 1)"The Kraken of Cape Madre" (Lorestalker - Book 2)"The Witch of Gray's Point" (Lorestalker - Book 3) [Coming December 2019]More Great Horror Fiction from Evolved Publishing:"The Possession" by A.K. Kuykendall"The Sundered Oath" Series by Ciara Ballintyne"Godsknife: Revolt" by Timothy C. Ward"The Zombie West Trilogy" by Angela Scott 

Death is his lifeline, but is this any way to live? He's an ordinary man, but he tells an extraordinary tale.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Medical ThrillerFINALIST: Readers' Favorite Book Award - Finalist: Fiction - HorrorAn unexpected combination of experimental medication and meandering contemplation opens a door through which his disembodied soul wanders, temporarily taking residence where other souls have departed. Upon his return 'home' each time, his terminal mystery illness wanes, while his transcendent abilities increase.Yet the price is steep, and harrowing, as the treatments wear off quickly and the agonizing symptoms return. For continuing survival, and to maintain his revived health and newfound strength, he must continually find, cultivate, and court new terminal partners for his reluctant dance with death. Secrecy becomes imperative, for this special talent is one danse macabre that civilized society would abhor.NOTE FROM EDITOR: This memoir is a work of fiction. Character names have been changed to respect and honor the dead. The narrator's name has been withheld to protect the living. As to how much of the story is true, or embellished, that is for the reader to decide.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the story of a defeated, dying man who discovers a secret, shocking talent that may help him survive, restore hope, find love, and even get tantalizing glimpses into the mysteries beyond.MORE GREAT FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING: "The Atheist and the Parrotfish" by Richard Barager "The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky" by David Litwack "Love, Loss, and Lagniappe" by Richard Robbins

Something evil stalks the citizens of Rose Valley—not for the first time, but hopefully for the last.“I loved the rural setting with the town’s football games and the solidity of a place where everyone knows just about everyone else, and that bucolic ordinariness makes the bizarre aspects of the story work so very well. Barnett’s plot is clever and irresistible, and his book is a sheer pleasure to read. Horror, thriller and mystery fans alike will find much to their liking in this intriguing story about the unknown. The Beast of Rose Valley: Lorestalker #1 is most highly recommended.” ~ Jack Magnus, Readers’ Favorite Book ReviewsAfter suffering through a horrific car accident, Jake Rollins struggles to survive in his tiny hometown of Rose Valley—a place to which he hoped never to return.When a sheep is viciously mutilated on the ranch where Jake is recovering, he's dragged back into the cloying politics of small town life. While the Sheriff tries to pass off the incident as the work of coyotes, Jake turns to a local reporter and old high school flame, Shandi Mason, to search for the truth.They discover that this creature has stalked Rose Valley before, claiming nearly a century of carnage and intrigue, all starting with a shameful secret guarded over by one of the town's most respected citizens.As livestock mutilations escalate into deadly attacks on humans, and the Sheriff organizes a foolhardy manhunt, Jake and Shandi must race to save the town from a seemingly unstoppable evil.“The well fleshed out characters are one of the strengths of the story. The relationships between the protagonists are deftly developed without overwhelming the intriguing pursuit of the elusive beast. The narrative is simple yet engaging and the gory scenes are not too extreme or disturbing. The pacing is good and, as the plot gradually unfolds, readers will find themselves eager to connect all the dots and make early assumptions as clues appear one after the other.” ~ Lit Amri, Readers’ Favorite Book ReviewsEvolved Publishing presents the first book in the "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.“It was fun watching the characters dig through old articles and histories to connect past events to the current situation and try to understand its escalation. Intrigue, curiosity, surprises, and the depth of the plot will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering if they will understand all they need to, and be able to use it in order to save those they care for.” ~ K.J. Simmill, Readers’ Favorite Book ReviewsBooks by J.P. Barnett:"The Beast of Rose Valley" (Lorestalker - Book 1)"The Kraken of Cape Madre" (Lorestalker - Book 2) [Coming Fall 2019]More Great Horror Fiction from Evolved Publishing:"The Possession" by A.K. Kuykendall"The Sundered Oath" Series by Ciara Ballintyne"Godsknife: Revolt" by Timothy C. Ward"The Zombie West Trilogy" by Angela Scott 

Beautiful young Kate has three men in her life-the aristocrat who wants to bed her, the suitor who wants to marry her, and the man who must save her.WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Fall 2018 - Best FictionFINALIST: Beverly Hills Book Awards 2019 - Historical FictionFINALIST: The Kindle Book Review Awards 2019 - Literary Fiction"If you loved Downton Abbey, you'll devour Invisible by Day. Teri Fink recreates World War I era England with vivid details, but while she paints the era with love, she doesn't sentimentalize it. Instead, she captures much of the brutality, sexism and class warfare that defined the times. A detailed, sweeping novel that explores three of the most compelling facets of human life: love, war, and redemption. Readers will be marking their calendars for Teri Fink's next release." ~ A.C. Fuller, Author of the "Alex Vane Media Thriller" SeriesBorn into the Scottish working class, Kate McLaren is a servant. When Lord Des McGregor, a member of the wealthy elite, woos her, she falls in love. Her life in tatters, she escapes and marries James Casey, a young man from her village. They live in London, where James' career thrives, they start a family, and Kate struggles to find her place in society.Lord Mark St. John, owner of the shipping company where James clerks, becomes the couple's benefactor. Mark divides his time between London and his country estate, Stonebeck Hall, where his traditionalist mother, independent sister, and shy wife reside.When Kate crosses paths with Des again, he becomes obsessed with her.Then the Great War comes along and changes everything. As Kate struggles to make a new life for herself with James away at war, she suffers a grief too great to bear-a dark night of the soul-and stumbles upon a secret that threatens her very existence.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a glance into Great Britain of the early 1900s, where the lives of the working class and the wealthy elite intertwine. Vanish into this historical novel, and share the love, pain, agony, and delight of those trying to make their lives against the backdrop of the Great War. Newly Revised Second Edition.More Great Historical Fiction from Evolved Publishing: "Behind the Open Walls" by Lanette Kauten "Galerie" by Steven Greenberg "Fresh News Straight from Heaven" by Gregg Sapp The "Shining Light's Saga" Series by Ruby Standing Deer

Each evening, nestled in Berlin's Treptower Park, the immigrant circus comes to life."A provocative, heartfelt journey from the first page to the striking conclusion." ~ Alyssa Elmore, from Readers' Favorite Book ReviewsWhen Yusuf fled Syria, he lost everything. Now the circus, with its middle-eastern flair, is the only home he knows. When the lights go on, the refugees dazzle their audience, but off-stage tensions flare.Ellie is passionate about the circus and drawn to its broken people. Even so, if she wants to keep her job at the newspaper, she must head up a campaign against it.One night, in the midst of a show, two young circus boys come to blows. With the circus at risk of closure, Ellie must convince her readers that we can have compassion for those we fear, or Yusuf will be forced to uproot again."Nasser eloquently explores racism, Islamophobia, and xenophobia through a narrative that's tender, haunting, and fearless...Hidden Colours is an unforgettable tale of personal trauma and social justice." ~ Caitlin Lyle Farley, Readers' Favorite Book ReviewsEvolved Publishing presents a compelling literary tale of the clash of cultures, from award-winning author Nillu Nasser. [DRM-Free]"Hidden Colours is a must-read for those who enjoy interpersonal drama and are also concerned with the cold, discriminatory hatred that's seeping into our world." ~ K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews"In many ways, there is no better time for the appearance of Hidden Colours, with its themes of intolerance, repression, prejudice, and communities clashing with each other as they assimilate immigrant newcomers. The stage is ripe for this story of different perspectives, desires for safety and community, and the issues posed by immigrants who are viewed as threats, and Nillu Nasser does an exquisite job of reflecting this environment and the social and political forces at work among all groups. ... The result is an engrossing portrait of clashes between cultures, shared bonds and points of contention...." ~ D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book ReviewBooks by Nillu Nasser:More Great Women's Fiction from Evolved Publishing:

A former spy with a dark secret and a past he can't outrun. A mysterious cult that steals beautiful teenagers. A looming battle between the forces of light and dark, and the girl who drags them into the middle of it all.D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review, says, "Readers who enjoy an injection of the supernatural rather than a story based entirely on otherworldly forces will appreciate just the right blend of paranormal tension and intrigue that bring this thriller to life.... [A] vivid, winning tale of a former couple's confrontation with themselves, each other, and a wider-ranging threat that grabs the reader from the beginning and proves nearly impossible to put down. Thriller audiences will find Devil's Den more than a notch above others in the genre." [Pick of the Month – September 2018]WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Thriller (Summer 2018)FINALIST: Next Generation Indie Book Award - Paranormal (2019)Steven Cabbott sees demons, and has even had to fight a few. That might have something to do with his past. His mother killed his father when Steven was young, claiming he was a demon. He figured she was nuts. Now he's not so certain.Sixteen years of silence between Steven and Kate, the love of his life, end with a cryptic one-word message: Help! A mysterious cult has kidnapped Kate's teenaged daughter. Steven risks everything to save the young woman, but he's caught in a fight between forces much larger than he can imagine.Can he overcome his own demons to save Kate's daughter, or will they both fall victim to the Devil's Den?EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS an intriguing, thrilling look inside a great battle between good and evil, with characters you'll come to love (if you haven't already from previous books).Books by Jeff Altabef:A NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 1: Devil's DenA NEPHILIM THRILLER - Book 2: Devil's DanceA POINT THRILLER - Book 1: Fracture PointA POINT THRILLER - Book 2: Shatter PointRED DEATH - Book 1: Red DeathRED DEATH - Book 2: The Ghost KingCHOSEN - Book 1: Wind Catcher (with Erynn Altabef)CHOSEN - Book 2: Brink of Dawn (with Erynn Altabef)CHOSEN - Book 3: Scorched Souls (with Erynn Altabef)More Great Fantasy Books from Evolved Publishing:GRIM'S TRUTH Series by Isu Yin and Fae YangShadow Swarm by D. Robert PeaseKingdom in Chains by J.W. ZulaufTHE SUNDERED OATH Series by Ciara Ballintyne 

A tragic warrior lost in two worlds... Which one will he choose? WINNER: Readers' Favorite Book Award - Bronze Medal - Fiction DramaWINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Literary FictionFINALIST: Beverly Hills Book Awards - Military FictionFINALIST: Massachusetts Book Awards - FictionThe war in Iraq ended for Freddie when an IED explosion left his mind and body shattered. Once a skilled gamer as well as a capable soldier, he's now a broken warrior, emerging from a medically-induced coma to discover he's inhabiting two separate realities.The first is his waking world of pain, family trials, and remorse-and slow rehabilitation through the tender care of Becky, his physical therapist. The second is a dark fantasy realm of quests, demons, and magic, which Freddie enters when he sleeps. The lines soon blur for Freddie, not just caught between two worlds, but lost within himself.Can he let patient, loving Becky into his damaged and shuttered heart? It may be his only way back from Hell.EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a literary journey, mixing elements of military fiction with fantasy, exploring the physical and psychological depths of trauma caused by war."Fantasy and reality walk hand in hand for a wounded veteran in this poignant story of love, loss, and faith... Litwack's writing is flawless, as is his ability to mix genres. ...Along the Watchtower would be a perfect choice for those in the service or for those who support them, or for anyone who likes a great book that intertwines reality and fantasy." ~ Clarion Foreword Book Reviews (5 out of 5)"It is both gritty reality and magical fantasy, and filled with both love and beauty, and ugliness and despair, but ultimately it is a story of healing, of burying the past, finding hope and taking control of the future." ~ Awesome Indies Book Awards, Seal of ExcellenceBOOKS BY DAVID LITWACK:Along the WatchtowerThe Daughter of the Sea and the SkyThe Time That's GivenThe Children of Darkness (The Seekers - Book 1)The Stuff of Stars (The Seekers - Book 2)The Light of Reason (The Seekers - Book 3)MORE GREAT MILITARY FICTION FROM EVOLVED PUBLISHING:Indivisible by Julia CampRed Clay, Yellow Grass by Richard BaragerMoon Path by Steven GreenbergA Debt of War by Michael Ringering

A love story that defied the laws of nature....WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Summer 2019 - Best Literary Fiction"If you are looking for a great read with a little something extra, search no further; Love, Loss, and Lagniappe is the novel for you." ~ Feathered Quill Book ReviewsLife is good for Dr. Drew Coleman, a successful young eye surgeon living in Uptown New Orleans, and he knows it. Having met and married his beautiful medical school classmate, Kate, the two settle happily into the routine of raising their two young daughters.Drew's charmed life is soon shattered by devastating news, causing him to go on a ten-year transcontinental journey of self-discovery, during which he explores the nature of God and Man, the divine inspiration for many of New York's landmarks and artistic treasures, and the relationship between the found and the lost souls passing on the street. He meets a number of memorable characters, including the young blue-haired runaway, Blue, who renounced her given name when forced to leave her Minnesota home with her girlfriend, Anna.In time, he discovers and explains the scientific basis for the meaning of life, and is finally found, or finds himself, setting the stage for a bittersweet and memorable ending."Love, Loss, and Lagniappe is all the more impressive when considering that [it's] author Richard Robbins' debut as a novelist. Written with a genuine flair for originality, Robbins has created a cast of distinctive characters deftly embedded in a narrative-driven, exceptionally engaging story that holds the readers' fully engaged attention from beginning to end. ...very highly recommended, especially for community library Contemporary General Fiction..." ~ Midwest Book ReviewEvolved Publishing presents a contemporary literary exploration of the emotional and psychological depths of great personal loss, and one man's journey toward self-discovery... again.More Great Literary Fiction from Evolved Publishing:Hannah's Voice by Robb GrindstaffAll the Tomorrows by Nillu NasserYours to Keep or Throw Away by E.D. MartinCassia by Lanette Kauten 

Could there be a genie in that magic lamp?Bella is so excited when she discovers an old lamp, because it looks just like the lamps in those stories she loves. What will happen if she rubs it? Will a genie appear and offer her three wishes, just like in those stories?She rubs it and... presto! A real-life genie! But the genie looks so... blue--in more ways than one.Bella does everything she can to cheer Genie up, and along the way she discovers an important lesson: there’s more than one way to make wishes come true.Evolved Publishing presents a fun and fantastic tale to offer valuable lessons while entertaining your young readers.Jonathan Gould tells a warm and funny story about friendship and responsibility, with fun illustrations from Richard Tran that bring the colourful world of a child to life.Books by Jonathan Gould:Bella and the Blue GenieMaddie's MonstersThomas and the Tiger-TurtleMore Great Children's Picture Books from Evolved Publishing:Ninja and Bunny's Great Adventure by Kara S TylerSully P. Snooferpoot Series by Aaron Shaw Ph.D.Emlyn and the Gremlin Series by Steff F KneffValentina's Spooky Adventures Series by Majanka Verstraete