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The bestseller “Furious: Sailing into Terror” by Jeffrey James Higgins is now available in Spanish!

★★★★★ This thriller is recipient of the following literary awards:

  • 2022 Imadjinn Award – Best Thriller Novel
  • 2022 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award Finalist – Suspense and Thriller
  • 2021 PenCraft Award – Best Fiction Book of the Year
  • 2021 Finalist, The Best Thriller Book Awards on BestThrillers.com
  • 2021 Best Book Awards – Fiction: Thriller/Adventure
  • Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal – Medical Thriller
  • As Seen in Scream Magazine
  • As Seen in Strand Magazine
  • ScreenCraft’s Most Cinematic Book Competition Quarterfinalist

Trapped on a storm-damaged yacht, a grieving woman must conquer her worst fears and fight for her life, in a story described as The Shining on a yacht. Dr. Dagny Steele is on the verge of fulfilling her lifelong calling to become a pediatric surgeon when the sudden death of her daughter sends her into a crushing depression.

Grief stricken and desperate to heal, she takes a leave of absence and sails across the Indian Ocean with her husband. Dagny begins to recover from her tragic loss when her voyage turns into a nightmare.

Isolated and hunted at sea, can she survive a deadly crucible?

Jeffrey James Higgins is a former reporter, former elected official, and retired supervisory special agent, who writes creative nonfiction, essays, and thriller novels. He has wrestled an IED away from a suicide bomber, fought the Taliban in combat, and chased terrorists across five continents. He received both the Attorney General’s Award for Exceptional Heroism and the DEA Award of Valor.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “An expertly paced psychological thriller on the high seas.” ~ Best Thrillers

★★★★★ ” . . . the book is impossible to put down.” ~ The Harvard Press

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The bestselling & multi-award-winning novel “The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride” by Joe Siple is now available in Hungarian!

★★★★★ The book has sold over 100,000 copies in English alone and received 23,600 positive ratings on Amazon.

★★★★★ Joe Siple is #1 Amazon Bestselling Author & Maxy Awards Book of the Year Winner. The book is also recipient of the following recognitions: 2018 Maxy Award “Book of the Year”, 2018 PenCraft Award 1st Place “Fiction-Drama”, 2018 American Fiction Awards Finalist, 2018 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Award Finalist, 2018 Independent Author Network Awards Finalist in “Debut Fiction”, 2018 Wishing Shelf Award (UK) Finalist, #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Canada) and #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Australia).

With all his family and friends gone, one-hundred-year-old Murray McBride is looking for a reason to live. He finds it in Jason Cashman, a ten-year-old boy with a terminal heart defect and a list of five things he wants to do before he dies. Together, they race against the limited time each has left, ticking off wishes one by one. Along the way, Murray remembers what it’s like to be young, and Jason fights for the opportunity to grow old. But when tragedy strikes, their worlds are turned upside-down, and an unexpected gift is the only thing that can make Jason’s final wish come true.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “I have one chapter left to go, but it was after breaking down in complete tears from reading this amazing book out loud.”

★★★★★ “The world needs more stories like this one!”

★★★★★ “An emotional story that will leave readers meditating on the life-saving magic of kindness.”

Worldwide rights available except English (world), Russian, Korean, Spanish (world), French (world), Simplified Chinese, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Vietnamese, Turkish, Serbian and Polish. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The bestselling & multi-award-winning novel “The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride” by Joe Siple is now available in Serbian!

★★★★★ The book has sold over 100,000 copies in English alone and received 15,500 positive ratings on Amazon.

★★★★★ Joe Siple is #1 Amazon Bestselling Author & Maxy Awards Book of the Year Winner. The book is also recipient of the following recognitions: 2018 Maxy Award “Book of the Year”, 2018 PenCraft Award 1st Place “Fiction-Drama”, 2018 American Fiction Awards Finalist, 2018 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Award Finalist, 2018 Independent Author Network Awards Finalist in “Debut Fiction”, 2018 Wishing Shelf Award (UK) Finalist, #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Canada) and #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Australia).

With all his family and friends gone, one-hundred-year-old Murray McBride is looking for a reason to live. He finds it in Jason Cashman, a ten-year-old boy with a terminal heart defect and a list of five things he wants to do before he dies. Together, they race against the limited time each has left, ticking off wishes one by one. Along the way, Murray remembers what it’s like to be young, and Jason fights for the opportunity to grow old. But when tragedy strikes, their worlds are turned upside-down, and an unexpected gift is the only thing that can make Jason’s final wish come true.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “I have one chapter left to go, but it was after breaking down in complete tears from reading this amazing book out loud.”

★★★★★ “The world needs more stories like this one!”

★★★★★ “An emotional story that will leave readers meditating on the life-saving magic of kindness.”

Worldwide rights available except English (world), Russian, Korean, Spanish (world), French (world), Simplified Chinese, Czech, Hungarian and Serbian. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The bestselling & multi-award-winning novel “The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride” by Joe Siple is now available in French!

★★★★★ The book has sold over 100,000 copies in English alone and received 15,500 positive ratings on Amazon.

★★★★★ Joe Siple is #1 Amazon Bestselling Author & Maxy Awards Book of the Year Winner. The book is also recipient of the following recognitions: 2018 Maxy Award “Book of the Year”, 2018 PenCraft Award 1st Place “Fiction-Drama”, 2018 American Fiction Awards Finalist, 2018 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Award Finalist, 2018 Independent Author Network Awards Finalist in “Debut Fiction”, 2018 Wishing Shelf Award (UK) Finalist, #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Canada) and #1 Bestseller-Kindle “Coming of Age Fiction” (Australia).

With all his family and friends gone, one-hundred-year-old Murray McBride is looking for a reason to live. He finds it in Jason Cashman, a ten-year-old boy with a terminal heart defect and a list of five things he wants to do before he dies. Together, they race against the limited time each has left, ticking off wishes one by one. Along the way, Murray remembers what it’s like to be young, and Jason fights for the opportunity to grow old. But when tragedy strikes, their worlds are turned upside-down, and an unexpected gift is the only thing that can make Jason’s final wish come true.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “I have one chapter left to go, but it was after breaking down in complete tears from reading this amazing book out loud.”

★★★★★ “The world needs more stories like this one!”

★★★★★ “An emotional story that will leave readers meditating on the life-saving magic of kindness.”

Worldwide rights available except English (world), Russian, Korean, Spanish (world), French (world), Simplified Chinese, Czech, Hungarian and Serbian. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The award-winning novel “Daughter of the King” by Kerry Chaput is now available in Czech!

★★★★★ This is a stunning historical fiction debut with a strong heroine in a coming of age tale. It has just been released and is well-received by readers and critics.

Based on the incredible true story of the French orphans who settled Canada, “Daughter of the King” is a sweeping tale of one young woman’s fight for true freedom. Kerry Chaput brings the past to life, expertly weaving a gripping saga with vivid historical details. Jump back in time on a thrilling adventure with an unforgettable heroine.

The novel is recipient of the following awards:

  • 2022 Chaucer Book Award Finalist – Historical Fiction
  • 2022 IPPY Gold Award Winner – Religious Fiction

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “As a granddaughter of British pioneers in Canada, there is so much to learn of our history and this book opened my eyes to a new part I had never considered. Thank you to the author for her entertaining story and research. The hardy women of the “New World” deserve our attention!”

★★★★★ “Forced from society & their religion, sent to Canada to become wives, these young women change the world around them. This book follows a young lady’s inner search for faith & love. If you love history & adventure you will devour this book.”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The award-winning Epic Zero series by R.L. Ullman will have the first book released in Brazil shortly.

★★★★★ The series has sold over 590,000 copies in English alone.
★★★★★ Gold Medal Winner – Readers’ Favorite Book Awards
★★★★★ Over 8,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads

Growing up in a superhero family is cool, unless you’re powerless… All Elliott Harkness wants is to be a superhero. His parents are superheroes. His older sister is a superhero. Heck, even his dog is a superhero. But Elliott has a problem—he’s a “Zero”—which is super-speak for powerless! So, while his family is off fighting crime, Elliott is stuck muddling through middle school.

Elliott feels ever-so-ordinary, until a mysterious girl changes everything. For some reason, she believes Elliott is the only one who can capture a mega-powerful, extraterrestrial orb before it falls into the wrong hands. But with menacing supervillains and globe-conquering aliens closing in fast, will Elliott find the power to be the epic hero he’s always wanted to be—or will he always be just an Epic Zero?

Epic Zero is the first book in a hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain kids 8-12, reluctant readers, and adults.

Here’s what readers are saying:

★★★★★ “Truly laugh-out-loud funny.”

★★★★★ “My kids and I could not put this book down!”

★★★★★ “I’m thrilled to have found a series that has my son this excited about reading!”

★★★★★ “My son struggles to find books he loves, but he loved this entire series.”

★★★★★ “We hit the jackpot with these books. My kids can’t wait to read more!”

★★★★★ “It’s like The Incredibles but so much more. This series is a winner!”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The bestselling & multi-award-winning novel “The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride” by Joe Siple is now available in Simplified Chinese!

★★★★★Joe Siple is #1 Amazon Bestselling Author & Maxy Awards Book of the Year Winner. The book is also recipient of the following recognitions: 2018 American Fiction Awards “Award Finalist”, 2018 PenCraft Award 1st Place “Fiction-Drama” and 2018 Independent Author Network Awards Finalist in “Debut Fiction”

With all his family and friends gone, one-hundred-year-old Murray McBride is looking for a reason to live. He finds it in Jason Cashman, a ten-year-old boy with a terminal heart defect and a list of five things he wants to do before he dies. Together, they race against the limited time each has left, ticking off wishes one by one. Along the way, Murray remembers what it’s like to be young, and Jason fights for the opportunity to grow old. But when tragedy strikes, their worlds are turned upside-down, and an unexpected gift is the only thing that can make Jason’s final wish come true.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “I have one chapter left to go, but it was after breaking down in complete tears from reading this amazing book out loud.”

★★★★★ “The world needs more stories like this one!”

★★★★★ “An emotional story that will leave readers meditating on the life-saving magic of kindness.”

This is a heart-warming story that will delight readers of all ages and is bound to become an all-time favorite. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The award-winning book “The Day the Screens Stood Still” by R.L. Ullman will soon be available in German language

★★★★★ “A splendid picture book all kids should read—and parents too.” — Readers’ Favorite
Readers’ Favorite Children’s Book Award Winner
A 2022 Screen-Free Week Book Selection

This fun, meaningful picture book encourages kids to unplug and rediscover the joys of life beyond screens in a positive, engaging way!

Sammy loves his screen. For Sammy, nothing is more fun than streaming cat videos, playing online games, and taking oh-so-fabulous selfies. But when all of the screens in Sammy’s house suddenly freeze, his entire family FREAKS! OUT! Especially when they realize it’s only happening to them! Who has it in for Sammy’s family and how will they ever survive without their screens?

With colorful illustrations and a surprise ending you won’t see coming, The Day the Screens Stood Still inspires kids to better balance screen time and family time. Perfect for screen lovers from ages 3-10, The Day the Screens Stood Still is a modern, relatable story families will turn to again and again.

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The award-winning Epic Zero series by R.L. Ullman will have the second book released in Ukrainian shortly.

Gold Medal Winner – Readers’ Favorite Book Awards
★★★★★ Over 6,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads

Growing up in a superhero family is cool, unless you’re powerless… All Elliott Harkness wants is to be a superhero. His parents are superheroes. His older sister is a superhero. Heck, even his dog is a superhero. But Elliott has a problem—he’s a “Zero”—which is super-speak for powerless! So, while his family is off fighting crime, Elliott is stuck muddling through middle school.

Elliott feels ever-so-ordinary, until a mysterious girl changes everything. For some reason, she believes Elliott is the only one who can capture a mega-powerful, extraterrestrial orb before it falls into the wrong hands. But with menacing supervillains and globe-conquering aliens closing in fast, will Elliott find the power to be the epic hero he’s always wanted to be—or will he always be just an Epic Zero?

Epic Zero is the first book in a hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain kids 8-12, reluctant readers, and adults.

Here’s what readers are saying:

★★★★★ “Truly laugh-out-loud funny.”

★★★★★ “My kids and I could not put this book down!”

★★★★★ “I’m thrilled to have found a series that has my son this excited about reading!”

★★★★★ “My son struggles to find books he loves, but he loved this entire series.”

★★★★★ “We hit the jackpot with these books. My kids can’t wait to read more!”

★★★★★ “It’s like The Incredibles but so much more. This series is a winner!”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The award-winning Epic Zero series by R.L. Ullman will have the first book released in Ukrainian shortly.

Gold Medal Winner – Readers’ Favorite Book Awards
★★★★★ Over 6,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads

Growing up in a superhero family is cool, unless you’re powerless… All Elliott Harkness wants is to be a superhero. His parents are superheroes. His older sister is a superhero. Heck, even his dog is a superhero. But Elliott has a problem—he’s a “Zero”—which is super-speak for powerless! So, while his family is off fighting crime, Elliott is stuck muddling through middle school.

Elliott feels ever-so-ordinary, until a mysterious girl changes everything. For some reason, she believes Elliott is the only one who can capture a mega-powerful, extraterrestrial orb before it falls into the wrong hands. But with menacing supervillains and globe-conquering aliens closing in fast, will Elliott find the power to be the epic hero he’s always wanted to be—or will he always be just an Epic Zero?

Epic Zero is the first book in a hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain kids 8-12, reluctant readers, and adults.

Here’s what readers are saying:

★★★★★ “Truly laugh-out-loud funny.”

★★★★★ “My kids and I could not put this book down!”

★★★★★ “I’m thrilled to have found a series that has my son this excited about reading!”

★★★★★ “My son struggles to find books he loves, but he loved this entire series.”

★★★★★ “We hit the jackpot with these books. My kids can’t wait to read more!”

★★★★★ “It’s like The Incredibles but so much more. This series is a winner!”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.