Forkfuls of Flavor by Breast Cancer Thriver Ellyn Caruso

 

Since the holidays are right around the corner, many of us are looking for ways to enjoy our favorite seasonal dishes without feeling like we've abandoned healthy eating.  Forkfuls of Flavor is here to help. This isn't a cookbook full of bland diet food or recipes that make you feel like you're sacrificing flavor for the sake of nutrition. Instead, it's packed with colorful, Mediterranean-inspired meals that prove healthy cooking can be satisfying, comforting, and worthy of a place on the holiday table.

What I found especially inspiring is the story behind the cookbook. Author Ellyn Caruso is a breast cancer survivor who turned a life-changing diagnosis into an opportunity to rethink how food fits into overall wellness. Rather than approaching healthy eating as a list of restrictions, she focuses on nourishing the body with wholesome ingredients and delicious recipes. She faced a difficult challenge and used the experience to help others discover healthier ways to cook and eat.

The recipes themselves sound absolutely delicious. From Pumpkin Walnut Linguini & Zucchini Zoodles to Baked Pistachio-Crusted Turkey Breast and Butternut Squash Mash, these dishes are perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings. They embrace seasonal flavors while incorporating ingredients that can help you feel good about what's on your plate. It's refreshing to see a cookbook that understands healthy food shouldn't feel like a punishment.

Many cookbooks focus solely on recipes, but Forkfuls of Flavor also encourages a more mindful approach to eating and meal preparation. Caruso shares practical ideas for stocking a healthier kitchen, planning meals, and incorporating more nutrient-dense ingredients into everyday life. Whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a table full of family and friends, the recipes are designed to be approachable and enjoyable.

If you're searching for holiday meal inspiration that's both flavorful and nourishing, Forkfuls of Flavor is worth a look. More than just a collection of recipes, it feels like an invitation to celebrate food while making choices that support long-term health. Between the beautiful Mediterranean-inspired dishes and Caruso's inspiring personal journey, this cookbook offers plenty of reasons to gather around the table and enjoy every bite without the guilt.

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Nine Lives is FREE on Amazon!

Johnny might be a nerdy gamer, but not even death can stop him from protecting his kid sister. He’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe—even if he has to do it in the form of a mangy Tom cat.

This short story also includes a sneak peek at Laura DeLuca's full length novel, The Forgotten Pharaoh.

Print and eBook Available exclusively on Amazon.

Audible book available on Amazon and Audible. 

Blow the Whistle is Available on Audio! Narrated by Internet Sensation Maggie Weber/Refashioned Hippie

At Bayside Women’s Correctional Facility, justice isn’t just blind. It’s bound, gagged, and begging for mercy.

Rhonda Campbell thought she flogged her last case with the Atlantic City Police, but when an inmate turns up dead with telltale suspension marks, the cops come calling again. With the murder pointing to kink, coverups, and dirty power plays, Rhonda agrees to go undercover behind bars, where the guards are shady, the gangs are mean, and the jumpsuits are definitely not her color.

Meanwhile, Detective Jason Dee’s been reassigned from homicide to handling crop-wielding dominas and wayward subs. While Rhonda plays prisoner, he and his partner are stuck guarding the Dungeon. His feelings for Mistress Kali are as complex as her contract negotiations and just as dangerous, but when the prison gig needs a visitor with street cred, Jason’s all in, even if playing her pimp means risking more than just his dignity.

With lives on the line and secrets tightening like a velvet cuff, Rhonda and Jason need to blow the whistle on this prison scandal before another girl ends up permanently suspended.

Available on Amazon and Audible! Audio book is currently in production, narrated by Maggie Weber from Refashioned Hippie! 

Coming in December! Chestnuts Roasting, A Domme Mom Murder Mystery

 

It’s beginning to look a lot like Kinkmas.

When local businessman and wax-play enthusiast Chester Conquest turns up dead minus his family jewels, Rhonda Campbell, aka Mistress Kali, trades her Christmas flogger for a magnifying glass. A suspicious fire, chocolate-covered nuts, and a holiday homicide packed with more surprises than Santa’s sack make this case too intriguing to ignore. Everyone has a nut to crack with the victim, but Rhonda intends to find out who shelled out some payback.

Detective Jason Dee returns from vacation to find himself dragged into a case as complicated as his feelings for Rhonda. Keeping his emotions under wraps is harder than untangling Christmas lights, especially when he’s supposed to be concentrating on a suspect in the hot seat. As the investigation heats up, the woman who gets under his skin could melt his defenses.

With tempers flaring and danger lurking beneath the tree, Rhonda and Jason have to stay one step ahead of this killer or Chester’s nuts won’t be the only things roasting on an open fire.

While you wait for the release, check out the first three books in the series, available exclusive on Amazon!

Saved by the Pack: How 50 Dogs Helped Me Find My Purpose by Lee Asher

If you're an animal lover, some books don't just tell a story, they make you want to reach through the pages and hug every furry face you meet. Saved by the Pack: How 50 Dogs Helped Me Find My Purpose by Lee Asher is one of those books. Rather than focusing on a single rescue or a handful of pets, Asher shares the stories of dozens of animals who changed his life and reminds readers why rescue animals leave lasting pawprints on our hearts.

Many readers already know Lee Asher through The Asher House, an organization that provides rescue and rehabilitation for animals in need. He also has a huge presence online through his popular social media videos, but this book goes beyond the photos and short clips his audience has come to love. Through the stories of 50 rescued animals, he shares the personalities, quirks, challenges, and triumphs that make each animal unforgettable. These aren't just dogs in a sanctuary. Each one is an individual with their own story to share, and Asher brings them to life in a way that makes them feel like old friends.

One of the things that makes this book especially appealing for animal lovers is the way the dogs practically leap off the page. Whether it's an energetic pup getting into mischief, a senior dog finally finding a safe place to call home, or a special-needs pet proving his worth, each story highlights the resilience and unconditional love animals are capable of giving. Be warned: you're likely to find yourself wanting to snuggle every single dog featured in the book and if you're especially soft-hearted, you might need to grab a tissue.

The beautiful photography adds another layer to the experience. Filled with adorable photos of the rescue animals, Saved by the Pack is every bit as much a visual treat as it is a memoir. Dog lovers will find themselves lingering over the pictures, studying every floppy ear, goofy grin, and soulful expression. It will look great of a coffee table, ready to be picked up whenever you need a smile.

While the animals are undoubtedly the stars of the show, Asher also shares pieces of his own journey. He writes openly about growing up with ADHD, dealing with bullying, and navigating a career path that ultimately left him searching for something more meaningful. His story serves as a reminder that sometimes the things we're meant to do in life find us when we least expect them. In this case, that purpose arrived on four paws, over and over again.

Warm, uplifting, and packed with heartwarming rescue stories, Saved by the Pack is sure to appeal to dog lovers, pet owners, and anyone who enjoys stories about second chances. Between the inspiring tales, lovable animal personalities, and page after page of adorable photos, it's easy to see why so many readers are connecting with this book. Saved by the Pack is available in hardcover, Kindle, and audiobook editions and currently holds a solid 4.9-star rating on Amazon. If stories about rescue animals make your heart melt, this is one title you'll want to add to your collection. Grab your copy on Amazon today!

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Falling Star eBook is FREE to Celebrate the Release of the Audiobook!

Drew DiPalma feels like he's living a lie.

He's had it with his Hollywood persona, the high-maintenance women, and his sleazy agent. To escape the madness, he flees to a tourist town he'd often visited as a child. He never expected to find love on that little island. Then he stumbles upon Lainey alone on the swing set of a deserted beach.

After a dozen internet dating disasters, Lainey Riccardo has given up on romance--until she meets a West Coast hunk who has no trouble winning her heart. But Lainey only knows him as Drew, not the Oscar-nominated actor who's constantly scandalized in the tabloids.

When she learns the truth, will the small town Jersey girl be able to accept Drew's fast-paced life? Or will the truth drive her away forever?


Narrated by fellow Jersey girl Emily Valdes! Available on Amazon and Audible.

Phantom eBook is FREE & Now Available on Audio!

The Phantom was a musical phenomenon that Rebecca had always found enchanting. She had no idea that her life was about to mirror the play that was her obsession. When her high school drama club chooses "Phantom" as their annual production, Rebecca finds herself in the middle of an unlikely love triangle and the target of a sadistic stalker who uses the lines from the play as their calling card. Rebecca lands the lead role of Christine, the opera diva, and like her character, she is torn between her two co-stars-Tom the surfer and basketball star who plays the lovable hero, and Justyn, the strangely appealing Goth who is more than realistic in the role of the tortured artist. Almost immediately after casting, strange things start to happen both on and off the stage. Curtains fall. Mirrors are shattered. People are hurt in true phantom style. They all seem like accidents until Rebecca receives notes and phone calls that hint at something more sinister. Is Justyn bringing to life the twisted character of the phantom? Or in real life are the roles of the hero and the villain reversed? Rebecca doesn't know who to trust, but she knows she's running out of time as she gets closer and closer to opening night. Only when the mask is stripped away, will the twenty-first century phantom finally be revealed.

Get your free copy of Phantom on Amazon. Find the audiobook on Amazon or Audible.