The Shout-Out

22 September 2026

Four indie books, each by an author featured for the first time. Every title links to its page here, and buying goes straight through the author's own retailer.

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  Love Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

  by Beth Alexander

  Romance

  Laney’s life is full—great friends, a busy social calendar, and plenty of laughs. Love, though? That’s another story. Between disastrous dates and an endless string of online flops, she’s starting to wonder if romance just isn’t in the cards for a curvy woman like her. As if dating weren’t hard enough, Laney’s brother is about to marry the perfect girl—thin, polished, and seemingly flawless. With wedding events piling up and family expectations closing in, Laney feels the pressure to finally get her own love life together. Enter Aaron. Smart, charming, funny—and completely into her, exactly as she is. For the first time in years, Laney dares to believe this could be real…until an early meeting with his parents sends her confidence crashing. Heartbroken and spiraling, Laney turns to her best friend Ethan—the gorgeous, commitment-averse playboy who knows her better than anyone. One impulsive, steamy night later, friendship is no longer so simple. With the wedding countdown on and her heart pulled in two directions, Laney must decide: trust the man who chose her without hesitation—or risk everything on the one who was never supposed to be an option. Funny, heartfelt, and unapologetically body-positive, this romantic comedy proves that love doesn’t come in one perfect size.

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  The Dragonstone Chronicles - Book One: The Forgotten Prophecy

  by Jennifer Kimmins

  Fantasy

  For generations, the people of Eldoria believed the ancient prophecies were nothing more than legends. But when a mysterious corruption spreads across the land and monstrous shadows emerge from the forgotten wilderness, Lyra Moonfang discovers she is bound to a destiny older than kingdoms themselves. Joined by Kael, a dragon warrior guarding secrets lost to time, Lyra must uncover the truth behind the legendary Dragon Stones before an ancient darkness consumes everything she has ever known. As old alliances are tested and forgotten powers awaken, one prophecy will determine the fate of the world. Some legends should never be forgotten.

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  The Bars Are High

  by Nkechi Ajogwu

  Romance

  ONE ELEVATOR RIDE CHANGES EVERYTHING. Nefertiti Dike has always dreamed of a stable life for herself and her children. But when she lands her dream job, she never expects her first day to start with being stuck in an elevator with none other than Dylan Okpara, the elusive, no-nonsense self-made billionaire who owns the Agency. Dylan is used to getting what he wants, both in the boardroom and in life. He challenges her to see herself through his eyes—brilliant, capable, and deserving of everything life has to offer, including love. When her past threatens to overshadow their growing connection, Nefertiti must decide whether to protect her heart or take a leap of faith. Can she trust Dylan with her heart? Will fear keep her from the love she deserves?

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  The Buried Club: The Suits of Vengeance Saga Book 1

  by M O'Hara

  Fantasy

  Some debts can only be paid in blood. After ten years in exile, the Prince of the Club Confederacy walks the streets of the Diamond Empire once more, hidden amongst people. Arthur slays monsters and people alike under the moniker of the Deathwalker, seeking a truth that was stolen from his very mind. Accompanying him on his hunt for revenge is Maisha, a bone shaman whose visions of a monstrous serpent come to fruition when Arthur stumbles upon her village and becomes a prisoner. Meanwhile, the Diamond Empire continues its conquest for land and resources. Civil unrest grips the empire's furthest reaches as rebels from the occupied Syndicate of Spades spread death and fear around the world, and the passing years have done nothing to quell their bloodshed. The Spades can burn everything to the ground for all Arthur cares. He just wants their king, and Maisha just wants her freedom.

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