by Matt Cain From rom-coms to historical fiction, Becoming Ted and The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle author Matt Cain has some books you’ll want to check out for Pride Month and beyond! Wild Things by Laura Kay I loved the first two rom-coms by Laura Kay but Wild Things made my heart sing. It opens with a New Year’s resolution to ‘Be More Wild’ and becomes a tale of unrequited love on a queer commune in the countryside outside London. Like Kay’s previous novels, it has a great cast of characters, stirring lesbian sex, stacks of charm, and so much queer heart.  Kiss of the Spiderwoman ..read more

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Why not surprise the mom in your life with a bouquet of books that will make her heart bloom with joy! Treat her to a handpicked selection of her favorite reads paired with a stunning arrangement of fresh flowers that will add a touch of beauty to her day. Whether she’s a fan of historical fiction, mysteries, or heartwarming stories, there’s a perfect book bouquet waiting to delight her. When the Jessamine Grows by Donna Everhart From the author of The Saints of Swallow Hill, an evocative, morally complex novel set in rural 19th century North C ..read more

Having a hard time picking your next historical romance read? Let the dazzling personalities from everyone’s favorite period piece help you with that… A Gamble at Sunset by Vanessa Riley An impulsive kiss makes for a fake courtship that turns heart-poundingly real in this sparkling Regency romance featuring three sisters grasping to maintain their position and find love in a society where reputation is everything. Fans of Penelope Featherington, the misleadingly demure authoress about to get her due in this latest season will adore Georgina Wilcox, a similarly unassuming lady who will prov ..read more

Ready to win big this May? We’re thrilled to announce our latest giveaways, featuring advance reader copies of upcoming releases and exclusive BTC prizes. Whether you’re a fan of mystery, romance, or speculative fiction, there’s a giveaway just for you. Bundle Giveaways BTC Exclusive  May’s special giveaway features this month’s club pick: EARLS TRIP by Jenny Holiday. Newsletter Signup Sweepstakes Sign up to win a bundle of historical fiction novels that will leave you turning pages faster than you can imagine. Travel back in time and be enamored with these fascinating stories as you ..read more

by Amanda Skenandore I was well into adulthood before I heard about the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900. After reading it was the deadliest natural disaster in United States history, with an estimated death toll between 6,000-12,000 people, I was curious to learn more. Here are some of the fascinating things I discovered:  At the turn of the twentieth century, Galveston was a booming Gulf port, trailing only New Orleans in prominence. It was Texas’s fourth-largest city and the third richest city in the United States in proportion to population. The Strand, its main downtown thorough ..read more

by Michelle Collins Anderson Writers look in all sorts of places for inspiration — whether in nature, a stack of grandma’s old love letters, a cross-country family vacation or just an incident discussed around the dinner table. My debut novel, The Flower Sisters, was literally inspired by “a blast from the past!” I grew up in the small Ozarks town of West Plains, Missouri, about ten miles north of the Arkansas line. But until a dozen years ago, I had never heard of the Bond Dance Hall explosion — a blast and subsequent fire that occurred on Friday night, April 13, 1928, killing 39 people an ..read more

A perennial favorite of the historical fiction genre we’ve got a collection of engrossing WWII novels that you won’t be able to put down. Under the Paper Moon by Shaina Steinberg In this stunning novel, readers are transported to 1948 Los Angeles where former WWII spies Evelyn Bishop and Nick Gallagher reunite for one last mission. As they navigate postwar intrigue, unresolved heartbreak, and personal vendettas, they uncover dark secrets that threaten to unravel everything Evelyn holds dear. With its tightly-plotted narrative and emotionally rich storytelling, this debut mystery is sure to ..read more

We’re so excited to share our incredible lineup of new books with you for May! Whether you’re a fan of heart-stopping thrillers, swoon-worthy Regency romances, or immersive historical fiction, we’ve got something special in store for you. Prepare to embark on unforgettable literary journeys that will transport you to worlds of excitement, passion, and intrigue. Her Soul For Revenge by Harley Laroux To get revenge, she’ll need a demon. To get his help, she’ll promise him anything. Explore the darker side of desire and human nature in this edgy, intense, searingly sexy, dark paranormal roman ..read more

If you love uncovering clues and solving mysteries, we have some amazing new mysteries for you get caught up in! From reimagining Shakespearean plays to spooky bookstores, you’ll be cracking cases all year long. A Daughter of Fair Verona by Christina Dodd Knives Out meets Bridgerton in Fair Verona, as New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd kicks off a frothy, irreverent, witty new series with an irresistible premise—told from the delightfully engaging point of view of Romeo and Juliet’s clever, rebellious, fiercely independent daughter, Rosie Montague. Mu ..read more

Coordinate your book collection with the weather and add a touch of spring to your bookshelf with these pretty petal-covered books. Explore a range of genres from literary fiction to romance and find the perfect novel for spring. One Cursed Rose by Rebecca Zanetti For fans of Scarlett St Clair and Sarah J Maas, New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti explores the forbidden and the taboo in this modern twist on Beauty and the Beast – the first in a seductive new dark romance series set in a world where information is power, and those who control the flow of information live like ..read more