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An aged man and an old book of spells. Magic—it claims—is real—and so are ancient enemies bent on controlling it. When an aged and grizzled man insists on selling twins Meghan and Colin Jacoby an ancient book of spells and then vanishes from the carnival grounds moments later, well, to ignore this would also mean ignoring the other impossible things suddenly happening around them. Magical type things... like, talking books, animals popping out of fires, creatures lurking in the lake, fiery visions come true... plus oddly dressed neighbors arriving out of nowhere and afraid of something that stalks the night sky. And just when the twins think things can't get any stranger, that's when the spell book has a dangerous warning: an ancient evil is coming, and it's coming for them... But why? Colin is thirteen going on eighteen but stuck in the body of a ten-year-old—he lives to disappear into a fantasy novel for days. His twin sister Meghan despises reading anything without pictures and spends her days picking fights with the bullies that target her geeky brother. They're just regular thirteen-year-old twins—well, they have spent their lives traveling around the countryside with their uncle in his travel trailer. Granted, not completely normal, but nothing at all remotely magical or otherworldly—well, if you don't count their ability to hear each other's thoughts, or that their parents died mysteriously, or that their uncle has a rule to move every few weeks—until summertime, when they return to the same campground... like he's waiting for something. But what could this possibly have to do with them? A few oddities hardly equal a hidden magical history... right? Can they unravel the secrets in time? Or will magic be lost to these ancient enemies, plunging an unaware world into a magical nightmare? START THIS COMPLETED 11 BOOK SERIES FREE TODAY!

FREE ON KINDLE UNLIMITED! THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING FANTASY SAGA BEGINS She is a Dog - one of the many children and teens across the empire of Ansborn who have been sentenced to fight in the arenas. There they fight in battle after battle until they die for the sport of the people of Ansborn - an empire built atop the peaks of five mountains. But one day she picks up a knife... and everything changes. "A thoroughly amazing experience." - My SF Reviews She discovers she is a Greater Gift - one of a handful of magic users with powers so great they have only two choices: to join the Empire as one of its premier assassins, or die as a threat to the Empire itself. "An excellent story..." - Making It Happen reviews." She is no longer a Dog. Now, she is Sword. And she will soon realize that in this Empire, not all is what it seems. Good and evil collide, and she can never be sure whom to trust - not even herself. "A great book..." - Game Industry News She holds life in her hands for some. Brings death by her blade to others. She is a killer. She is a savior. She is Sword. "Epic fantasy meets superheroes. The Sword Chronicles is very entertaining, and Collings is a great storyteller." - Larry Correia, New York Times bestselling author of Son of the Black Sword

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Are you ready for an adventure? Travel to eleven fantastical lands and experience adventure, mystery and romance that will leave your heart pounding for more. Catch the eye of the Prince by dancing at the Christmas ball. Join a vampire coven rebellion and resist a siren's song. Try your hand at being a barista while matchmaking a water nymph and mortal. What could go wrong? Stare down the beasts in the woods, or become a Queen trying to stitch together a life in tatters. Defend children from deadly shadow creatures and try your best not to get eaten. Oh, and you really shouldn't steal that mysterious substance in the lab... Each adventure is crafted by USA Today Bestselling, award winning, and up and coming authors. Inside, you'll find: The Matchmaker & the Coven by E.V. Everest Lost in a Memory by S.R. Breaker The Shadows & the Children by Day Leitao Witch Test by Kristen S. Walker Slipper in the Snow by Alice Ivinya Discovery by Allison Rose Paranormal Singers by Nicole Zoltack A Fair Deception by Lyndsey Hall Cara by Jo Holloway The Rogue Vampire by R.L. Perez The Sewing Princess by Astrid V.J.

The Far East is a mysterious place of legend to Northlanders like Frayka. Only an old map can show her how to get there. Once she arrives, all of Frayka’s sensibilities put her in danger. And every dangerous turn delays her from finding the dragon gods whose help she so desperately needs. Although Frayka looks like a Far Easterner, she is a powerful Northlander warrior who is quick to voice her thoughts. She is trained to fight and won’t hesitate to do so. But everything about Frayka puts her in deadly peril in the Far East, where the laws are strict and the punishment cruel. Especially when the one being punished is a woman. The Dragon Gods series: Book 1 – Gate of Air Book 2 – Gate of Earth Book 3 – Gate of Fire Book 4 – Gate of Water

Note: The third edition of Belvedor and the Four Corners was released in October 2020, with new and expanded scenes! HEALER. CREATOR. AGRARIAN. WARRIOR. —Welcome to the Four Corners— Arianna Belvedor has never known a world outside of this cold and cruel region, but she’s always dreamed of the freedom beyond. Per the King’s decree to weed out the weak, all children must excel in one of four special skills and survive a rigorous test to earn citizenship—win or die. As #22 of Warrior’s District, Arianna has become notable with her swords. She’s confident she’ll survive the ultimate battle. But everything changes when she learns a secret about King Devlindor’s long-standing reign… before these dark times, the world had been filled with magic. There had once been a thriving Golden Age where magic was for all to claim. Dwarves, mermaids, elves, and even dragons roamed the land. Then, the King’s greed and iron grip thrust the world into darkness. Arianna must now make a choice: ignore the enchanted truth and abide by the King’s laws or use her swords to carve out a new path to freedom. Does she have what it takes to follow the magic? The Belvedor Saga is a completed YA Epic Fantasy Adventure series—perfect for fans of the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Note from the author: Arianna Belvedor is a heroine you will love to follow, but she’s not one to give her heart away easily. Don’t expect much romance on this daring quest—her magic comes from within. __________________________ " Belvedor and the Four Corners is a great read! It's one of those books that will keep you hooked till the end. It's up there with T he Hunger Games and Harry Potter with its combination of the magical world and the fight for your life. I can't wait to see what happens the rest of the series." - From Nikola, Amazon "It's a novel filled with magic, sorcery, swords, bows and arrows, knives, magical creatures, oppression, freedom, and pure excitement ... I'm in love with all the main characters. Ms. Bello takes you on a remarkable adventure and you'll wish for more...” - From PixiePassion, Amazon  Read all the Belvedor books on Amazon or Kindle Unlimited! The Belvedor Saga Belvedor and the Four Corners Belvedor and the King’s Curse Belvedor and the Desert of Secrets Belvedor and the Golden Rule

Fragmentary notes left behind by a man of questionable sanity and an unquestionable tragedy.

This book is free (or should be free) on all retailers! Greedy, cunning, and selfish, Sian is not someone to be trusted. But when Karina is called to break his spell with a kiss, she accepts it. She’s smart enough not to fall in love—or at least to tell herself not to. But risking a broken heart is the smallest of her problems. Sian’s been enchanted in a mysterious, ancient castle where dark magic has been awakened. And now Karina’s being hunted by strange, creepy creatures and has no idea why. Sian offers to keep her safe and deal with the castle and its dark magic once and for all. If Karina wants to find answers, she'll have to trust him. Trust Sian, the guy who says he's no hero. What could go wrong? Kissing Magic is a YA enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy and can be read on its own. Recommended for readers 13 and older.

Sam Flynn’s life is about to change forever in this fast-paced adventure that uniquely blends the real world with the enchanting realm of traditional fairy tales. Through a portal that exists in a mysterious chest, he is transported to a peculiar place full of fairy tale characters known as Dreamscape. But there’s a darker side to life in this idyllic world where evil has absolute power and is focussed on overturning the real world too. Will Sam be able to stop it from happening and save both worlds in time?

The world was once ruled by magic and monsters, but after a cataclysmic war, the chancellors of old eradicated these curses and ushered in a New World. One where sorcerers are hunted, and lowborns are sent to their deaths fighting the wars of nobles. In this world, a young slave reveals magical power before an empire. This revelation may be enough to spark a revolution, if Tori can escape the magic hunters pursuing her. An idealistic soldier fights to maintain his soul in the infamous Night Legions, but as Darien begins to show promise, the lure of power threatens to turn him into the type of monster he once despised. And a lordling rebel with a dark past journeys to a turbulent nation in search of a mythic weapon. Kale is soon thrust into a game of power that could upend the world. As sorcerers rise and monsters rage, the fate of all hangs in the balance. Will magic save the world, or bring it to ruin? Filled with complex characters, wild plot twists, and epic battles, the Shadow Watch series is perfect for fans of Wheel of Time and the Shannara Chronicles. Welcome to the breathtaking world of the Shadow Watch, where sorcerers are hunted, monsters rise out of myth, and the fate of all hangs on love and betrayal. Start the Four Book series now!

War is coming... Anna and Christina are vampire hunters, sworn to rid the world of the undead. Staking vamps had always gone according to plan until the most powerful vampire they’ve ever encountered comes for Christina. If that wasn’t enough to worry about, new hunters show up at their headquarters, and a crack opens up in the park that may very well be the doorway to hell itself. Time is running out for the hunters as Christina is taken prisoner, and Anna does everything she can to try to protect her friends, hoping her power and intelligence is enough to save them before it’s too late.

Glisenia Tideborn knew two things: One - She wasn’t dead anymore. Two - She wouldn’t let anyone hurt her ever again. After being sacrificed to the Kraken by her family, Glisenia Tideborn never expected to have a future. Given an unexpected second chance, she wants to run far away from the people who sentenced her to death. But the Kraken still demands its sacrifice, and a dark whisper in her mind has different plans for her. Will Glisenia do what the voice asks of her, or is she destined to die again?

Lugh Moiran and his Sworn Guard, Aristi, are her eyes on matters big and small, from treasure hunts to settling disputes to making sure slaughters are done justly. He's usually in the back while doing these duties, but he can protect himself well enough with the potent magic he's trained through the springs alongside her martial prowess, part of that thanks to the Class Leaders of Arsurtis. Their latest job takes the pair to a village which is being menaced by a group of bandits. They must remove them from the cave system they're using as a hideout... and from the face of Harven entirely. Such blatant disregard for the Empress's law sees no courts being held for these people. The success of this job unveils a secret that no one expected to come to light. The Empress is given a gift none ever thought would be seen again: Her sister, alive and well. Fans of Xanth and The Witcher will find this a fun read. Scroll up to download your copy of Axiom of Sorcery now!

Burdened with the loss of his parents, he finally has an opportunity for closure. For revenge. How far will he go to get it? Isaac Sage has struggled with depression and anxiety over the loss of his parents for 15 years. When he finds a clue to the culprit behind his parent’s death, Isaac chooses to take action under the guise of a vigilante in the cities of New Manhattan. As Isaac encounters far worse odds than he anticipated, veteran detective John Saint tracks down the whereabouts of Diablo, a drug lord that smuggles a corrupted all-cure medicine. Near the end of his tenure, Saint wishes to deliver a justice he has not seen since he began working as a detective decades ago. Little do they know, however, of the drug lord’s mutated powers to create explosive fires thanks to the strange properties of this medicine. It’s a race for justice. It’s a pursuit for revenge. The question is, how far would Isaac be willing to go to exact his vengeance? Mad City is the first book of a thriller sci-fi series that features fast-paced action, a multitude of compelling character perspectives, unique plot twists and intricate layers of drama. If you liked American Gods, Jack Reacher, and Netflix’s Daredevil, then you’ll love the beginning of Victor Vahl’s page-turning spectacular. Download Mad City to begin Isaac Sage’s adventure today!

Imprisoned from childhood. Forced to hunt his own kind. Taught from a young age that his arcane powers were a mark of the demon inside of him, Garrett was given a choice: submit to the Sanctum and earn his redemption by hunting others like him... or refuse, and die. The bright side? He probably won't live long enough to grow old with his regrets, anyway. But when he's forced to take a pretty new recruit out for her first day on the job, his terminal career plans go sideways fast. Now, confronted with a startling conspiracy to end the war on demons once and for all, Garrett finds himself staring down one final choice—between the sanctity of his own spirit... and the lives of the entire planet. With great power, comes a great big pain in the ass. Grab your copy of FALLEN today, and prepare for a riveting thrill-ride through the dark underworld of Enochia...

Fragmentary notes left behind by a man of questionable sanity and an unquestionable tragedy.

This is not a love story. It isn’t a knitting story either, so if that’s what you’re looking for, try the DIY section four rows over. As for me, all I want is a normal date night at the carnival, eating funnel cake, scoring prizes, and snuggling in the Tunnel of Love. But when one of the rides ends in a death toll, it trips my need to help in a world too often void of it. Problem is, I’m supposed to be staying on the down-low, and playing the hero is high profile. Now, my boyfriend and I are on the run, with more mayhem, carnage, and Carolina swamp muck than you can shake a radioactive raccoon at. If we can’t rig this high-wire game of pursuit in our favor, I’ll be wishing for the inside of a body bag. Will our red string be severed before we can cross the state line? Content warning: Mature content and themes. Graphic language. Graphic sex. Graphic violence. Graphic design. Graphic ellipsis use… PLEASE NOTE: This is a promotional novelette for those signing up for my newsletter. Forty-five of its ninety pages contain the first six chapters of my novel “The Spiral.” The two stories are connected but can be read in either order. See the reviews on Goodreads.

The Gem of Tagath is a novella set in the world of Teshovar, a fantasy realm where an ancient and mysterious despot has outlawed all magic. This book takes place a few months prior to the series' first full novel, Akithar's Greatest Trick . Here, you will meet some key characters in the sprawling city of Klubridge's underworld, learn about the criminal gangs that operate out of view of the Empire's authorities, and gain background and insights into the upcoming events of the novel. 15-year-old Pria is one of Barween Drach’s favorite enforcers, but she has designs on a bigger life. Pria’s just waiting for the chance to take over all of the city’s gangs herself. When an infamous gem falls into Klubridge’s underworld, Pria’s dreams of conquest might finally be within reach–if she can learn to trust the right allies and keep herself alive!

War on Nibiru has caused environmental damage resulting in climate disaster. The cities on the surface have moved underground, and a search for the means to restore the climate is beginning. Two brothers have entirely different ideas of how to rule the planet and save the people. Only one of them can be right. Anu wants to use the planet’s resources to further develop the infrastructure of the underground cities, whereas Alalu wants to search for the legendary planet, Tiamat. The legends tell of it having deep veins of gold. If he can find it, the gold can be used to create an atmospheric shield, and life can return to the surface.

By the year 2120, the world has changed dramatically. Few plants or animals have survived climate change and the human population has dropped to 3 billion. For those who live in the affluent northern region, life is made comfortable by an artificial intelligence called The Gaia Machine. But for people living in the southern region, life is tough. So tough, they must trade their young women as surrogates in exchange for fresh water. Ophelia Alsop, a privileged woman from the United Kingdom, and long-time conscientious objector to the surrogacy trade, takes matters into her own hands by becoming pregnant with her husband. For this, she is punished by the invisible hand of the law in a manner only The Gaia Machine could execute. When she speaks out against the injustice, she is abducted and imprisoned in a bizarre underworld where she discovers the shocking truth behind the surrogacy trade. And so much more. The question is - what's she going to do about it? If you enjoy a dark, dystopian story filled with unpredictable plot twists, this will whet your appetite and leave you wanting more. Fortunately, there are more books in THE GAIA MACHINE series.

Bad magic can be so good ... These 5 full-length novels of paranormal romance and urban fantasy will keep you on the edge of your seat and up past the witching hour. Black magic, adventure, and romance … they’re all here. Something this good can’t last forever … download this set before it’s gone!

The Unspoken One has been banished for many years, his very existence erased. Ameera must find his true name and summon him if she has any hope of saving her kingdom from war, and herself from marriage to a ruthless king. The Kingdom of Nur has been suffering for years under Ameera’s father’s rule. She's bid her time, carefully keeping her secret hidden and waiting to become queen so she can repair what her father has broken. Then an unwanted marriage to the brutal king of Nur’s enemy threatens everything she’s worked towards. With her wedding drawing near and the future of her kingdom in peril, she finds the forbidden name. She knows The Unspoken One is her last chance to save Nur, but she risks much in summoning him. His magic is not understood, the crime he was banished for is unknown, and speaking his name carries an unbearable punishment. For Nur, for herself, she must risk it all. Or lose everything she holds dear. She speaks the name too many have paid a painful price for uttering. Nothing, not the kingdom, their lives, or her heart, will ever be the same.

Grimm's Fairy Tales meet Dark Epic Fantasy. A high-born girl learns she’s been sold as a bride to a dead goblin prince. Being betrothed to a goblin prince is bad enough—they’re all ugly and horrid and live in dark tunnels underground. But being betrothed to a dead goblin prince ? That’s an immediate death sentence! Nineteen-year-old Rowan attempts to flee when she learns about her arranged marriage. But there’s no escaping a contract signed by the dreaded Goblin King. Now, all the dark magic in the Realm is against her. The gruesome King of Death himself will be looking for her soon. Rowan’s only hope is to convince the fair Nicholas—the boy she planned to run away with—to destroy her marriage contract. But it must be done before the sun rises. And already, the sky is brightening with light. Please note this 30-minute short read is a Dark Fantasy with Grimdark elements and unreliable narrators.

Life is tough in Nordturm... ...but it's hell when you're a street kid. Fedor works as a shoeshine boy, earning scraps to survive. When a gang of thieves takes him under their wing, Fedor sees a side of life he never knew existed. But as Fedor is dragged deeper into the gang, he must take a path he doesn't want, or risk becoming 'fair game'. Birth of Assassins is the prequel novel to Jon Cronshaw's series Dawn of Assassins, a coming-of-age high fantasy featuring assassins, thieves, and magic... Perfect for fans of Scott Lynch, Robin Hobb, and Brent Weekes. Get your copy now.

Although truth and honor are tattooed on his face, Tharo has abandoned both virtues in his quest to protect his charge, the princess Drinith. But it’s only a matter of time before he fails her. Another man stalks them, a hunter no prey can escape, the dreaded Souldiviner.

This is not a love story. It isn’t a knitting story either, so if that’s what you’re looking for, try the DIY section four rows over. As for me, all I want is a normal date night at the carnival, eating funnel cake, scoring prizes, and snuggling in the Tunnel of Love. But when one of the rides ends in a death toll, it trips my need to help in a world too often void of it. Problem is, I’m supposed to be staying on the down-low, and playing the hero is high profile. Now, my boyfriend and I are on the run, with more mayhem, carnage, and Carolina swamp muck than you can shake a radioactive raccoon at. If we can’t rig this high-wire game of pursuit in our favor, I’ll be wishing for the inside of a body bag. Will our red string be severed before we can cross the state line? Content warning: Mature content and themes. Graphic language. Graphic sex. Graphic violence. Graphic design. Graphic ellipsis use… PLEASE NOTE: This is a promotional novelette for those signing up for my newsletter. Forty-five of its ninety pages contain the first six chapters of my novel “The Spiral.” The two stories are connected but can be read in either order. See the reviews on Goodreads.

As a coroner, discovering the cause of death is literally my job but I’m meant to do it in a morgue, not a mega-mansion. The deceased? Lester Harrington, a reclusive wizard with more wealth than parenting skills. His five entitled brats have gathered to divide daddy’s estate but my autopsy has turned up an unpleasant truth; one of them is a killer that just doesn’t want to share. No job is worth this madness, but unless I can find the killer, my only way out of here is in a body bag.

The first time Moses Murphy’s granddaughter killed on his orders, she was six years old. For twenty years, she was a prisoner of an organized crime syndicate, forced to use her magic to make Moses the most powerful and feared man on the East Coast. To escape his cruelty, she faked her own death and started a new life as Alice Worth. As a private investigator specializing in cases involving the supernatural, Alice walks a precarious line between atoning for the sins of her grandfather’s cabal and keeping her true identity hidden. Hired to investigate the disappearance of a mysterious object of power, Alice enlists the help of Malcolm, a ghost running from a past as nightmarish as her own. It soon becomes clear the missing object was taken by someone with a dangerous secret and an unknown agenda. When her client is kidnapped, Alice must find her and the object of power before a vengeful killer destroys the city and slaughters thousands—starting with Alice.

Hsissh is a member of The One. There are some newcomers to The One's homeplanet. They call themselves "humans," and they are, frankly, mentally deficient—they can't warp the quantum world with their minds. However, Hsissh is becoming attached to one of them, a Miss Noa Sato. When The One decide they will wipe out the humans and Noa's life is on the line, Hsissh is forced to take sides ... he might find intelligent life where The One least expect it.