Introduction

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a remarkable year of creativity, collaboration, and author milestones here at All in the Edit. This year, we had the privilege of working alongside incredible indie authors from around the world—authors who poured their hearts into their manuscripts, trusted us with their stories, and bravely shared their work with the world.

From enchanting children’s adventures and magical fantasy collections to chilling thrillers and heartfelt romances, 2025 has showcased the extraordinary breadth of independent publishing. Each book we’ve worked on is unique in voice, vision, and craft, and we’re honoured to have played a role in bringing these stories to life.

Today, we’re celebrating fifteen standout books that highlight the creativity, passion, and dedication of the indie author community. These books reflect everything we love about this industry—bold ideas, fearless storytelling, and authors who aren’t afraid to push boundaries.

Whether you’re a reader searching for your next favourite book or an author preparing to start your own publishing journey, we hope these titles inspire you.

Featured Books of 2025

1. Fromage in Scotland by Kathleen Donovan

Genre: Middle Grade Fiction
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A magical, whimsical adventure across the Scottish Highlands, this second book in the Fromage series delivers humour, heart, and a touch of myth.

Why We Love It: Kathleen’s worldbuilding is enchanting, full of charm and rich detail. Fromage and Aloysius are a delightful duo, and this book captures the wonder of childhood adventure perfectly.

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2. King Midnight: Tails of Adventure and Glory by N.L. Eastwood

Genre: Children’s Middle Grade Reader
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A charming royal tale told by Midnight himself—the King of the Cats—filled with humour, warmth, and life lessons.

Why We Love It: Midnight’s voice is unforgettable. This book brings together fun, wisdom, and feline flair in a way that young readers (and grown-ups!) will adore.

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3. A Tipsy Man Goes Naked by Melody R. Green

Genre: Romance, Fantasy Collection
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A delectable blend of love tales and recipes, this book travels across countries, flavours, and emotions.

Why We Love It: Melody’s prose is sensory-rich and captivating. Every story feels like an adventure, and every recipe feels like a reward.

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4. Nuts About Love by Melody R. Green

Genre: Romance, Fantasy Collection
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A beautiful companion to A Tipsy Man Goes Naked, this second collection takes readers around the world through flavours, seasons, and heartfelt storytelling.

Why We Love It: Melody’s writing is lush, evocative, and deeply emotional. Each tale lingers long after the final page.

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5. Nudged: An Anthology by The Ink Tank Writers

Genre: Short Story Collection
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An inspiring anthology exploring hope, humour, redemption, and the human spirit.

Why We Love It: Every story is unique, heartfelt, and beautifully written. This project is a shining example of collaborative creativity.

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6. The Romance Pitch by Olivia Isley

Genre: Romance
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A fun, modern office romance filled with chemistry, tension, and witty banter.

Why We Love It: Chloe and Alex leap off the page. Olivia crafts relatable characters, sharp dialogue, and a storyline full of warmth and bite.

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7. Butterfly Bleeds by Rik Jones

Genre: YA Paranormal Fantasy
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A haunting tale of magic, danger, and destiny set in 1940s Tennessee.

Why We Love It: Rik blends paranormal intrigue with real emotional depth. The pacing, atmosphere, and character arcs are all exceptional.

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8. Moonshine Bleeds by Rik Jones

Genre: YA Paranormal Fantasy
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The second book in the Bleeds for Life series, rich with suspense, mystery, and magical discovery.

Why We Love It: This book expands the world beautifully while deepening the characters’ emotional journeys. The stakes are higher, darker, and more gripping.

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9. Scarecrow Bleeds by Rik Jones

Genre: YA Paranormal Fantasy
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A powerful continuation of the series that examines love, revenge, yearning, and the shadows of small-town life.

Why We Love It: Rik’s storytelling is cinematic and layered. The themes of survival, sacrifice, and identity resonate strongly.

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10. Bumpy the Warthog by Tracy Lee May

Genre: Children’s Picture Book
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A fun and heartfelt picture book about a warthog whose stinky farts accidentally save the day.

Why We Love It: It’s quirky, cheerful, and full of personality. Young readers adore Bumpy, and the message about bravery is beautiful.

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11. Conversations with Dog by Chuck McKenzie

Genre: Humour
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A hilarious and thought-provoking follow-up to Conversations With My Cat, filled with canine wisdom and absurdity.

Why We Love It: Chuck’s humour is clever, sharp, and effortlessly entertaining. Every chapter delivers a hearty laugh.

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12. Nasty Little Bits by Chuck McKenzie

Genre: Collection, Horror, Science Fiction
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A chilling collection of twenty-eight macabre tales crafted to evoke everything from uneasy laughter to full-bodied fear.

Why We Love It: Chuck’s sharp, darkly comedic voice shines in every story. This collection is brilliantly unsettling, imaginative, and impossible to forget.

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13. Hunted by Telicia McSwan

Genre: Romantic Suspense
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A gripping, emotional, and intense debut novel exploring love, trauma, obsession, and survival.

Why We Love It: Telicia’s writing is powerful and fearless. This story grips you from page one and doesn’t let go.

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14. Unbound Wings by Liz Tolevski

Genre: Suspense
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A tense, emotional suspense story about grief, buried secrets, and the dangerous cost of uncovering the truth.

Why We Love It: Liz delivers a gripping, atmospheric read filled with twists, fractured loyalties, and haunting questions that linger long after the final page.

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15. The Color Cipher Killer by Eric Trapasso

Genre: Horror, Thriller
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A chilling psychological thriller about disappearances, secrets, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface of a small town.

Why We Love It: Eric’s storytelling is bold and cinematic. The tension is relentless, and the twists are masterfully crafted.

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What We’re Most Proud Of This Year

2025 has been a year of growth, innovation, and creative partnerships. We are proud to have supported debut authors taking their first step toward publishing, as well as returning authors who trusted us again with their latest work.

From copy editing to cover design, from formatting to full publishing assistance—every service we provide is grounded in care, clarity, and collaboration. Your success is our success, and your stories inspire us every single day.

Thinking of Publishing Your Book in 2026? Let’s Make It Happen.

Whether you’re polishing your manuscript, preparing to self-publish, or dreaming of holding your finished book in your hands, All in the Edit is here to help.

We offer:
✔ Manuscript editing
✔ Book formatting
✔ Cover design
✔ Publishing support
✔ Author marketing assistance
✔ And more

📩 Ready to start? Visit our website or send us a message—your publishing journey begins here.

Final Thoughts

To every author featured here—and to every writer we’ve worked with this year—thank you. Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for sharing your stories with the world. And thank you for allowing All in the Edit to be a part of your creative journey.

Here’s to another year of books, stories, courage, and creativity.
Here’s to indie authors.
Here’s to 2026.