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The fourth entry in the irresistible New York Times bestselling mystery series featuring canine narrator Chet and his human companion Bernie—“the coolest human/pooch duo this side of Wallace and Gromit” (Kirkus Reviews), Spencer Quinn’s exceptional mystery series has captured widespread praise since its New York Times bestselling debut, Dog On It. Combining suspense and intrigue with a wonderfully humorous take on the link between man and beast, The Dog Who Knew Too Much marks the duo’s triumphant return in a tale that’s full of surprises. Affairs of the heart collide with a job that’s never been tougher, requiring our two intrepid sleuths to depend on each other as never before. The Dog Who Knew Too Much is classic Spencer Quinn, offering page-turning entertainment that’s not just for dog-lovers. Atria Books, $15, June 2012, ISBN #:978-1439157107

Summer Days is the 7th book in New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery‘s series set in fictional Fool’s Gold, California. Fool’s Gold is a small town in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. It’s a quaint place where people truly support each other – mostly with casseroles. And margaritas. Women rule in Fool’s Gold. For many years, there was a man shortage, which is just now beginning to level out, thanks to the town’s efforts to bring in some pretty spectacular men. Harlequin Books, May 2012, ISBN: 978-0373776832

Under Montana’s big sky, two lovers will find their way back to one another… if an unsolved murder doesn’t pull them apart forever… With Unforgiven, USA Today bestselling author B.J. Daniels returns to Cardwell Ranch with a tale of love, lies and a deadly passion. Harlequin HQN, November 2012, ISBN: 978-0373776733

An exciting addtion to MIRA Books, Sheila Roberts writes warm, light-hearted romance stories. Better Than Chocolate is the first of a brand new series of books, Life in Icicle Falls, set in a fictional town in Washington. Harlequin MIRA, September 2012, ISBN: 978-0778313458

The Kentucky clinic where Dr. Levi Eaton is volunteering is worlds away from his wealthy Pennsylvania roots. Still, the South has plenty of attractions—like his colleague’s captivating sister, Angela Chase. Rochelle Alers delights fans of the Eaton clan in this installment in the series. Harlequin Kimani, February 2012, ISBN: 978-0373862481

Known for her powerful and thought-provoking writing style, bestselling author Rebecca Coleman delivers an emotionally gripping new novel with Heaven Should Fall, testing the lines between family, loyalty and patriotism. Rebecca Coleman is the critically acclaimed author of The Kingdom of Childhood. Harlequin MIRA, September 2012, ISBN: 978-0778313892

Lo used to be a girl, but now she’s almost entirely forgotten her old life and is a creature of the sea. But an unexpected friend on land might help her remember before it is too late in this dark, modern reimagining of “The Little Mermaid.” Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, $17,99, September 2012, ISBN#: 978-0-316-20778-2

Media Connect is the nation’s largest book promoter, celebrating 50 years of connecting authors and publishers to the news media. In this podcast episode, we catch up with Media Connect Chief Marketing Officer Brian Feinblum.

Discover the natural lifestyle solution to the Stress Pandemic. Designed to empower the body and mind with strength and balance, Paul Huljich‘s uniquely integrated approach to wellness enables readers to survive and thrive. MWella, July 31, 2012, ISBN#: 978-0-615-48920-9.

From the author of Home in the Morning comes this National Jewish Book Award Finalist: the sweeping story of a father and son, and of the loves that transform them amid the turbulence of the American South. With only a few decades-old leads to go on, Mickey Moe Levy sets out to uncover his father’s murky past, from his travels up and down the length of the Mississippi River to his heartrending adventures during the Great Flood of 1927. Mickey Moe’s journey, taken at the dawn of the civil rights era, leads him deep into the backwoods of Mississippi and Tennessee, where he meets with danger and unexpected revelations at every turn. As the greatest challenge of his life unfolds, he will finally discover the gripping details of his father’s life—one filled with loyalty, tragedy, and heroism in the face of great cruelty from man and nature alike. Open Road Integrated Media, $16.99, November 2011, ISBN #: 978-1-4532-1946-1