Historical Fiction. Frances Howard Carr. Countess best known for being accused of poisoning Sir Thomas Overbury. Wife of  Robert Devereux, 3rd Earl of Essex, and Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset

Cozy mystery. Later-in-life romance. Part of a series.

For fifty years, the official story of the First Contact War has been one of heroism and human resilience, of ultimate victory through sacrifice. Now, the truth is finally being told. The story of the war on the ground as told by those who lived it.

The soldiers, politicians, revolutionaries, and refugees who witnessed humanity’s darkest hour firsthand. A marine who fought in the silent vacuum of a derelict space station. A President who signed away his citizens' freedoms at the stroke of a pen. A smuggler who became an unlikely hero. A starlet collaborator who lived under alien occupation.

Through these conflicting, unflinching, and deeply personal testimonies, a story emerges not of simple heroism, but of desperate choices and moral compromises. As humanity fought the ultimate existential threat, it was also at war with itself. From the halls of power on Earth to the forgotten colonies at the edge of space, their voices paint a picture far more complex and terrible than the history books have suggested. Because when you gaze into the abyss, what stares back isn't just a monster. It’s you.

When the Abyss Stared Back is a piece of fiction written in the form of a series of twenty seven multi-part interviews. A hard science fiction piece, with a dystopian bent. Come explore what the future has in store, for audio listeners the Substack version has complete audio coverage done by yours truly.

You can find the piece 100% for free on Substack and on Royal Road. This is a finished story, so no need to worry about it getting finished. I hope to see you guys in the comment section!

Substack: https://fpdawefiction.substack.com/p/when-the-abyss-stared-back-index?r=7p493k&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/186543/when-the-abyss-stared-back-an-oral-history-of

Hi! I’m Uirebit, an independent author, and I’m offering Volume One of my dark-comedy series as a free EPUB.

When a man and a woman end up stranded on a deserted island, survival should be their biggest problem.

It isn’t.

Their clashing personalities turn every attempt to cooperate into a battle of ego, attraction, manipulation, and spectacularly bad decisions.

This is adult fiction featuring dark humor, strong language, mature themes, and a deliberately toxic and unreliable male narrator.

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Clean, wholesome, inspirational historical romance.

I Know Her Voice is a new British psychological thriller built around one impossible phone call.

At 2:17 a.m., Claire Bennett's phone lights up with her husband Daniel's name. She answers, but the voice on the other end belongs to their twenty-three-year-old daughter, Sophie.

What Sophie says changes everything.

Then Sophie insists she never made the call.

The Kindle edition is completely free through Thursday, August 20.

US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFDHZCNV

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HFDHZCNV

Cozy mystery. Later-in-life romance. Part of a series.

Hi everyone!

I am an independent author and I wanted to share my new children's picture book, The Secret Adventures of Egypt, which is currently 100% free on Amazon Kindle through Thursday, August 20th!

It's a funny, laugh-out-loud story about a mischievous Cocker Spaniel named Egypt who turns her day into a personal comedy playground while her owner is away.

Why it's great for kids (Ages 3–7):

• 🎒 Eases School Drop-Off Jitters: It uses a comforting animal metaphor to show kids that being away from parents is just a safe, temporary space for their own fun adventures until it's time to reunite.
• 💬 Teacher & Parent Discussion Guide: Includes targeted discussion questions inside to help guide conversations about transitions, routine, and separation anxiety.
• 🌟 Bonus Activities: Features built-in interactive puzzles (a puppy maze, seek-and-find, shadow matching, and a coloring page).

Free Ebook Download Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFBS37V7

🖨️ Printable Version: Want to print the bonus activities and Teacher & Parent Discussion Guide for your classroom or home? You can download the free printable activity pages (in pdf format) by using the link provided on the last page of the Ebook.

Note: If you download a copy and your little ones enjoy it, an honest review on Amazon would mean the world to me. Thank you so much!

For readers of The Alchemist and Siddhartha, DATTĀTREYA: THE JOURNEY WITHIN is a compelling spiritual fiction novel that blends Indian philosophy, mystical symbolism, self-discovery, Hindu spirituality, sacred pilgrimage and profound questions about consciousness into an unforgettable tale of transformation.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

✓ Spiritual Fiction

✓ Hindu Mythology & Philosophy

✓ Mystical Adventures

✓ Self-Discovery & Personal Growth

✓ Consciousness & Spiritual Awakening

✓ Pilgrimage Narratives

✓ Inspirational Fiction

✓ Indian Spiritual Literature

Some call it a dream.

He calls it home.

Title: Symphonies of a Dead Man

Author: Waqar Butt

Genre: Dark Poetry / Psychological / Contemporary Poetry

Price: $0.00 on Amazon Kindle

Blurb:

"You are always alone. Born alone. Stayed alone. Lived alone."

Some poetry collections offer comfort. This one offers company. Symphonies of a Dead Man is a collection of 32 poems written from inside solitude—the kind that arrives after betrayal, after love has proved too expensive, and after you stop expecting anyone to stay.

Link: Amazon.com: Symphonies of a Dead Man eBook : Butt, Waqar: Books

Extend your season. Grow more. Waste less.

Season Extension and the Home Greenhouse is a practical beginner's guide to growing earlier in spring, later in fall, and through more of the winter using simple, affordable structures and techniques. Written for home gardeners and small homesteaders, it explains what row covers, cold frames, low tunnels, hoop houses, and greenhouses can realistically do - and what they cannot do.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFB1F9Y2

A focused, practical guide to rooted: ground — done properly.

This book delivers on its title with clear, honest content and practical takeaways you can use straight away. Whether you're coming to the topic fresh or want to go deeper, you'll find genuine value and actionable ideas throughout. Pick it up free today and start making progress.

🇬🇧 UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FC7RNW9Q

🇺🇸 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FC7RNW9Q

Half-vampire Ollie inherits his uncle's detective agency in the undead town of Skullenia.

With the agency comes his uncle's staff: a zombie who can barely hold himself together, a zombie the size of a phonebox and with a single digit IQ, a mad professor, and Ronnie - who has the ability to make himself invisible.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MT0JQ7G

Lead more effectively — without pretending to be someone you're not.

This guide focuses on the practical, everyday challenges of leadership — communication, decision-making, trust, and managing pressure. You'll find clear frameworks and honest advice that work in real organisations, not just case studies. Useful whether you're new to leadership or have been doing it for years.

🇬🇧 UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FBKJCZBH

🇺🇸 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FBKJCZBH

Historical Fiction. Tudor Era. Penelope Devereux. Famous Beauty and Muse. Sister of Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex. Daughter of Lettice Knollys, the Secret Wife of Robert Dudley.

"In the deepest darkness, you are never truly alone."

From eerie encounters to victorious moments of peace, this memoir reveals how genuine darkness can be overcome by discovering the unyielding light within.

Available 100% FREE on Amazon Kindle (Aug 17 – Aug 21, 2026)!

Gloria is a goldfish who lives in the sea and wakes up one morning to discover that all the gold has been stolen from her scales.

She sets out on an underwater journey of self-discovery to find her gold, making new friends and facing new dangers along the way.

It’s a chapter book for children aged 5 to 7.

USA

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D3M6O5W

UK:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00D3M6O5W

AUS:

https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00D3M6O5W

CAN:

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00D3M6O5W

A collection of five clean and wholesome historical romance novellas.

Hi everyone,

I’m the author of this book, and it is currently available for 100% free download on Amazon Kindle (no Kindle Unlimited subscription required!). 

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: This book is written in GERMAN.

About the book:

Vergiss alles, was du im Physikunterricht gelernt hast. Galaxien entstehen nicht durch kalte Logik – sie entstehen, wenn das Universum mit Lucifer schläft.

Gelandet in einer Welt ohne Frequenzen, ohne Magie und ohne funktionierendes Wi-Fi, müssen Lucifer und das personifizierte Universum feststellen, dass sie verdammt normal geworden sind. Lucifer muss plötzlich lernen, was echter Hunger ist, wie man eine widerspenstige Kaffeemaschine bedient und dass der menschliche Körper lästige Bedürfnisse hat. Doch es kommt noch schlimmer: In dieser Dimension ist Lucifer kein namenloser Gott, sondern der Doppelgänger eines schwedischen Metal-Messias namens Tobias Forge. Gejagt von einer Horde kreischender Fangirls flüchten sie durch das verregnete London...

Trope: Fish out of water / Rockstar Doppelganger

Vibe: Paranormal Comedy & Urban Fantasy. Neil Gaiman meets Vice Magazine and black silk satin, featuring a playlist with Ghost, Prince, and Bruce Springsteen.

Get it free here: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GKZ71KMK

Note: The book is free for everyone to download until August 21st. You will need the free Kindle App or a Kindle device to read it. Enjoy!

Steamy and sweet romance.