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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | November 30, 2022 · 5:00 am

The Ridders Blitz

Political Thriller

Date Published: November 30, 2022

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Young PI, BJ Janoff is randomly approached by a stranger with a proposition
he can’t refuse – a million dollars to deliver an envelope to a
hotel lobby. The pusher forces him to accept the money upfront with the
threat of his demise should he fail to deliver it on time. BJ’s
growing obsession with the envelope’s contents leads him down a
treacherous path toward the game orchestrators, where he discovers a
large-scale political scandal, a treasure hunt for a priceless sword, and a
global crime ring linked to a WWII-era secret society. When an act of
brilliance changes the balance of power, the safety of everyone he loves is
in jeopardy. And the more he digs, the closer he comes to truths he
can’t bear to face – about his missing father and the elusive
Bilderberg Group.

WINNER of the 2022 American Fiction Award in the category of Crime
Thriller

FINALIST in the category of Political Thriller

Literary Titan Gold Medal for Fiction

About the Author

Lisa Towles is an award-winning crime novelist and a passionate speaker,
who brings her experience with creativity, business strategy, and self-care
to groups of writers and entrepreneurs. Towles writes edgy stories of
corruption, secrets, and escape through the eyes of snarky, clever
protagonists hell-bent on uncovering truths and finding justice – no matter
the cost. Her June 2022 thriller, Hot House, was a #1 Amazon Bestseller
(Kindle) and won First Place in The Book Fest 2022 literary awards in the
category of Mystery & Crime. The Ridders, forthcoming in November, 2022,
was the American Fiction Award Winner in the category of Crime Thrillers.
Towles has an MBA in IT Management and works full-time in the tech industry
from her home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Read more about her books at
indiesunited.net/lisa-towles.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | June 15, 2022 · 5:00 am

Hot House Blitz

E&A Investigations, Book 1

Psychological Thriller

Date Published: June 15, 2022

Publisher: Indies United Publishing

When a former CIA operative and private investigator Mari Ellwyn starts
digging into the blackmail case of a federal appellate judge, she becomes
targeted by a van following her, threatening notes in her mailbox, and a
breach of her home. Teaming up with seasoned investigator and former
detective, Derek Abernathy, the crime-savvy pair begin looking into the
wrongful death of a mentally-ill college student, Sophie Michaud, as well as
two journalists – one dead, one missing, who were writing a story on
the dead college student with allegations of her connection to the federal
judge. The two investigators must uncover the truth about Sophie Michaud
before her killer makes them their next target. But more importantly, Mari
needs to find her missing father and reconcile her broken past and
family.

Praise for Hot House:

“The plot is propelled forward by the clever use of suspense, measured
action, and ingeniously written conflict. It is a moving and delightful read
with cinematic scenes and characters that will stick with readers for a long
after they turn the last page.” – The Book Commentary

“An exceptional read with a powerfully unexpected conclusion, leaving
the door more than ajar for a follow-up. This will attract audiences both
within and beyond the thriller and mystery genres.” – Midwest Book
Review

“Towles has produced a knockout novel with Hot House. Nowhere will
thriller fans find a more engaging keep-you-on-your-toes read.” –
Literary Titan, 5 Star Review

“A dark, edge-of-the-seat thriller. Highly recommended!” –
Chanticleer Reviews, 5 Star Review

“This meticulously constructed, remarkable mystery deftly explores
people’s darkest flaws while revealing hard truths about the hidden workings
of the world. A fast-paced and psychologically astute thriller.” –
Prairies Book Review

About the Author

Lisa Towles is an award-winning crime novelist and a passionate speaker on
the topics of fiction writing, creativity, and Strategic Self Care. Hot
House is her 8th publication and won a GOLD Literary Titan Award for
Fiction. Lisa’s last four books each won numerous literary awards, and she
continues to write consistently while working full time in the tech
industry. Her next book, The Ridders, is a political thriller that
will be released on November 30, 2022. She also serves on the board of a Bay
Area nonprofit called Bridgegood. Lisa is an active member and frequent
panelist/speaker of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and
International Thriller Writers. She has an MBA in IT Management and lives in
Oakland, California.

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by Jennifer Reed/ bookjunkiez | November 24, 2021 · 5:00 am

Ninety-Five Blitz

Crime Thriller

Date Published: November 24, 2021

Publisher: Indies United Publishing House

Running away is what Zak Skinner does best, and he’s just done it again, having transferred from NYU to University of Chicago. His fresh start goes south when he accidentally uncovers evidence of an on-campus, organized crime scam involving drugging students, getting them to commit crimes on camera, and blackmailing them to continue under the threat of expulsion. Digging deeper, Zak discovers that the university scam is just the tip of the iceberg, connected to a broader ring of crimes linked to a darkweb underworld. Following clues proves too dangerous. They know, they’re watching him. But he’s in too deep now to turn back. Zak is led to a compound within Chicago’s abandoned Steelworker Park, only to discover that he’s being hunted. Following the path toward the truth transforms him from a nerdy academic to a rabid activist hell-bent on exposing the most elaborate and expensive scam on the US economy and its unsuspecting victims. While trying to find a way out alive, Zak discovers there’s something much more personal he’s been running from – his past. And now there’s nowhere to hide.

About the Author

Lisa Towles has 6 mystery/thrillers in print. Her 2019 thriller, The Unseen, was a Finalist in the Thriller category of the Best Book Awards by American Book Fest and her 2017 thriller Choke won a 2017 IPPY and a 2018 NYC Big Book Award for Thriller. Lisa’s published books include The Unseen, Choke, and the following titles published under her previous name, Lisa Polisar: The Ghost of Mary Prairie, Escape, Blackwater Tango, and Knee Deep. She is an active member and frequent Panelist/Speaker of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. She has an MBA in IT Management and works full-time in the tech industry in the San Francisco Bay Area. Lisa is a graphic designer and video creator, with a passion for supporting other authors.

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