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Discovery of the Five Senses
Discovery of the Five Senses K.N. Smith
A suspenseful incident in a forbidden preserve heightens the senses of five friends. Sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell become super-gifts that forever change the world. But furious battles confront the boys as they try to understand their sensory super powers in a race to save mankind. With light beings and mysterious strangers complicating their plight, will the boys defeat the evil Druth before it’s too late? Get prepared for the twisting and grinding of this award-winning, action-adventure story — an edge-of-your-seat narrative for young and mature readers alike.
Kane: The First Blood Son
Kane: The First Blood Son Carol McKibben
Kane de Medici’s thirst for knowledge leads him into the dark world of vampirism.
Working as an apprentice to the great master, Leonardo da Vinci in 1503, he encounters Brogio, one of Florence’s most wealthy bachelors. Their growing friendship coupled with strange events lead him to uncover Brogio’s inconceivable secret. Brogio is a vampire, the very first vampire.
Kane’s quest for endless learning has him propose that the vampire “turn” him so that he can become Brogio’s first vampire blood son. Reluctantly Brogio agrees, but Kane’s uncontrollable blood lust unleashes a plague upon the world.
Working as an apprentice to the great master, Leonardo da Vinci in 1503, he encounters Brogio, one of Florence’s most wealthy bachelors. Their growing friendship coupled with strange events lead him to uncover Brogio’s inconceivable secret. Brogio is a vampire, the very first vampire.
Kane’s quest for endless learning has him propose that the vampire “turn” him so that he can become Brogio’s first vampire blood son. Reluctantly Brogio agrees, but Kane’s uncontrollable blood lust unleashes a plague upon the world.
TheYearOfMyLifeVR.com
TheYearOfMyLifeVR.com Mark I Jacobson
Welcome to a Continuum book series.
When the book ends, the story doesn't. The Writer and Victoria live and interact with the real world. Get to know them in real time as the story continues and fiction becomes reality!
She's on a mission to understand the human species. He's a handicapped writer who understands the human species all too well. They have nothing in common, but they may be civilization's only hope as they set out to save the human species from extinction. It's not as easy as it sounds. Along the way, they must solve a mysterious murder and stop a terrorist plot to start World War 3.
The Writer solves mysteries with the help of Victoria's 'virtual reality." Now, it's your turn. Just answer 5 questions for your chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
When the book ends, the story doesn't. The Writer and Victoria live and interact with the real world. Get to know them in real time as the story continues and fiction becomes reality!
She's on a mission to understand the human species. He's a handicapped writer who understands the human species all too well. They have nothing in common, but they may be civilization's only hope as they set out to save the human species from extinction. It's not as easy as it sounds. Along the way, they must solve a mysterious murder and stop a terrorist plot to start World War 3.
The Writer solves mysteries with the help of Victoria's 'virtual reality." Now, it's your turn. Just answer 5 questions for your chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
I love the story line, and cant wait to read your book.
Interesting premise, not sure if this is GameLit or LitRPG, but It looks like a fun and interesting science fiction read. I look forward to checking it out.
Can't wait to check this one out!
I'm gonna put this one on my TBR pile.
Mark,
I thoroughly enjoyed reading your work. Perceptive, ironic, satiric, and engaging.
Ray
Horrors of Monday
Horrors of Monday Charlie Peters
The princess has been kidnapped! Who will come to her aid?
Princess Buttercup Flynn-Bottom of the Northern lands of Pilmuth has been imprisoned in the crumbling fortress of Belmouth - guarded closely by a dreadful dragon.
A knight (in not so shining armor) takes up the call and mounts his steed. Can he save the distressed damsel? Or will he perish in the attempt? Find out in this hilariously exciting short story.
Princess Buttercup Flynn-Bottom of the Northern lands of Pilmuth has been imprisoned in the crumbling fortress of Belmouth - guarded closely by a dreadful dragon.
A knight (in not so shining armor) takes up the call and mounts his steed. Can he save the distressed damsel? Or will he perish in the attempt? Find out in this hilariously exciting short story.
Blood Remnant
Blood Remnant Gabriel Chen
Blood Remnant, Paladin of Khaee, Book I is an exhilarating fantasy tale from Gabriel Chen, who takes you on a journey of fear and faith, of tragedy and triumph as the Da’Khaee face inhalation from dark forces. Can an intuitive sickly young girl and her warrior hero avoid destruction and bring hope to all the races? Find out in this griping fantasy epic, the first installment in the Paladin of Khaee series.
Vinegar and Ashes
Vinegar and Ashes Charles N Palmer
'Vinegar and Ashes’ can be read to and discussed with younger children, or enjoyed of itself. It contains important, yet easy to understand, lessons of life about greed and sharing.
But above all ‘Vinegar and Ashes’ is a story and it has a satisfying ‘twist in the tail’. Or should that be a ‘twist in the tale’?
But above all ‘Vinegar and Ashes’ is a story and it has a satisfying ‘twist in the tail’. Or should that be a ‘twist in the tale’?
Sounds like a good premise for a book, I am interested in reading more.
looks interesting.
great cover art!
This cover is awesome.
Captivating cover and intriguing synopsis. This is a unique storyline that draws you in and makes you want to read the entire trilogy.
Aya and the Alphas: A Novel
Aya and the Alphas: A Novel Berneta Haynes
When a young girl, Aya Wright, develops extraordinary abilities and becomes a target of the world’s most powerful fader, Eve must protect her. But at what price?
In the twenty-five years since she exposed the existence of faders, Eve Cooper has survived the collapse of her country and the loss of her closest friends. Now she lives a mostly solitary life in rural Indiana, where she runs a secret network and safe house for faders—individuals like her with extraordinary abilities.
In nearby Chicago, a young girl named Aya Wright becomes a target of the world’s most powerful fader because of her unparalleled abilities. When she arrives at the safe house after an attack, Aya soon sets in motion a series of events that threaten not only to upend Eve’s settled life but potentially change the world. As Eve struggles to reconcile her past with the choices in front of her, she must decide whether to leave her recluse life to protect Aya or allow the headstrong girl to find her own way...
In the twenty-five years since she exposed the existence of faders, Eve Cooper has survived the collapse of her country and the loss of her closest friends. Now she lives a mostly solitary life in rural Indiana, where she runs a secret network and safe house for faders—individuals like her with extraordinary abilities.
In nearby Chicago, a young girl named Aya Wright becomes a target of the world’s most powerful fader because of her unparalleled abilities. When she arrives at the safe house after an attack, Aya soon sets in motion a series of events that threaten not only to upend Eve’s settled life but potentially change the world. As Eve struggles to reconcile her past with the choices in front of her, she must decide whether to leave her recluse life to protect Aya or allow the headstrong girl to find her own way...
The High Roads
Pathways to Bolingbrook
Pathways to Bolingbrook William Brinkman
Two different women.
Two different paths.
One destination.
Reporter Sara Langston thought she was writing a puff piece about the Mayor of Bolingbrook, IL speaking at a convention. When reviewing her recordings, she hears a conversation that she doesn't remember. She asks questions. Questions her publisher and editor don't want her to ask.
When Miriam's father kicked her out, she fled to Iowa City. Now a young adult, she's out of options and wants to escape Iowa City. A new friend offers her a way out, but, as she's learned in her brief adult life, there's always a catch.
Both will start on a path that will bring them to the pathway village and become entwined in its secrets. But will either of them find the answers they're looking for?
Pathways to Bolingbrook is the first book in the Bolingbrook Babbler Stories series that are humanistic takes on conspiracy stories like The X-Files and Stranger Things.
Two different paths.
One destination.
Reporter Sara Langston thought she was writing a puff piece about the Mayor of Bolingbrook, IL speaking at a convention. When reviewing her recordings, she hears a conversation that she doesn't remember. She asks questions. Questions her publisher and editor don't want her to ask.
When Miriam's father kicked her out, she fled to Iowa City. Now a young adult, she's out of options and wants to escape Iowa City. A new friend offers her a way out, but, as she's learned in her brief adult life, there's always a catch.
Both will start on a path that will bring them to the pathway village and become entwined in its secrets. But will either of them find the answers they're looking for?
Pathways to Bolingbrook is the first book in the Bolingbrook Babbler Stories series that are humanistic takes on conspiracy stories like The X-Files and Stranger Things.
Voyages
Voyages Kyoko M.
Welcome to this fantastical collection of ten stories by women authors of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Let us take you on a voyage… beyond. See what has been, could be, and will be—if you have the courage to come along on the dark and dangerous trip. This collection features stories from Kyoko M, Terri Bruce, Samantha Byrant, Randee Dawn, T.W. Fendley, Penelope Flynn, Carol Gyzander, Patricia A. Jackson, Kristi Peterson Schoonover, and Sarah Smith.
Light on the Sound
Light on the Sound SP Somtow
The Inquestor Series was a classic science fiction series of the 1980s — and has now been reincarnated for the 21st century, with more adventures, more spectacle, and more extras. Tachyon bubbles, people bins and galactic empires — and profound family conflicts — Greek tragedy writ large. Light on the Sound, the book that started it all, begins with one lonely planet and three lost souls, and ends with galactic revolution.
For twenty thousand years, the godlike Inquestors have held sway over the one million worlds of the Dispersal of Man. S.P. Somtow’s limitless imagination has created a universe of breathtaking majesty, amazing beauty, and shattering cruelty.
For twenty thousand years, the godlike Inquestors have held sway over the one million worlds of the Dispersal of Man. S.P. Somtow’s limitless imagination has created a universe of breathtaking majesty, amazing beauty, and shattering cruelty.
The Light Through the Water
The Light Through the Water Ernie Howard
I died when I was 8 years old. I drowned...
If my father hadn't pulled me out of the water I would have stayed dead. Just before I blacked out, I saw the most beautiful light coming through the water. A light so bright and full of love it made me forget about death. Years went by and I forgot about the light. Things changed, I got older. People I loved saw their own light. And I eventually saw mine again. This is the story of my light.
The Light Through the Water
If my father hadn't pulled me out of the water I would have stayed dead. Just before I blacked out, I saw the most beautiful light coming through the water. A light so bright and full of love it made me forget about death. Years went by and I forgot about the light. Things changed, I got older. People I loved saw their own light. And I eventually saw mine again. This is the story of my light.
The Light Through the Water
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon...
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon-transcending Magimal Weiqi Wang
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of SCIENCE - something rarely attempted. The transition from magic to science will be bit by bit, so the early books do read like a "mainstream" magic fantasy.
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
beautiful cover :)
Looking forward to reading this!
I love the idea of a magimal! I want one too!
Sounds awesome!
This book sells itself with two simple words. MAGIC ANIMALS
Return to Lemuria
Return to Lemuria Richard Gradner
Billy Bayer is taken prisoner by the descendants of the Lemurian civilisation after conspiring against his mob-boss. He is taught how to tap into his extra-sensory powers and his life changes forever. This newfound power gives Billy the courage to confront his captors and challenge their age-old ideals.
Together with his crew of loyal companions, he devises a plan to thwart the organisation’s very existence. But how can one man stand up to a 12,000-year old prophecy that predicts adversity for all mankind?
The answer is hidden deep in the Brazilian Amazonia with anthropologist Dr David Steel, who, together with the FUNAI Foundation, is on a mission to save the endangered tribes from persecution. It’s his research that appears to contain the key to the survival of the human race.
Together with his crew of loyal companions, he devises a plan to thwart the organisation’s very existence. But how can one man stand up to a 12,000-year old prophecy that predicts adversity for all mankind?
The answer is hidden deep in the Brazilian Amazonia with anthropologist Dr David Steel, who, together with the FUNAI Foundation, is on a mission to save the endangered tribes from persecution. It’s his research that appears to contain the key to the survival of the human race.
wow, what a premise.
Very nice cover!
Richard Gradner creates exciting and interesting stories that challenge your thinking. And ask questions about the world at present. Worth reading.
I love the cover and interesting story-line. A definite read!
FUNAI and Brazilian Amazon got me interested.
Trading Knives
Trading Knives P. H Solomon
Trading a knife costs a life. The offer of help may cost more.
Corgren more than holds his own in the prize fighting rings where skill with a knife is the only mercy he'll find. While an old enemy haunts his memory, new ones gather with each victory gained.
Corgren's choices narrow.
A stranger offers Corgren power for his service, tempting him with revenge for past wrongs. He considers the offer with doubt. Demands for a cut of his winnings squeezes his independence until a foe possibly more skilled and cunning than him enters the ring.
Will he accept the offer at the cost of himself?
If you like fantasy with an edge, read Trading Knives where the action is as sharp as a knife.
Corgren more than holds his own in the prize fighting rings where skill with a knife is the only mercy he'll find. While an old enemy haunts his memory, new ones gather with each victory gained.
Corgren's choices narrow.
A stranger offers Corgren power for his service, tempting him with revenge for past wrongs. He considers the offer with doubt. Demands for a cut of his winnings squeezes his independence until a foe possibly more skilled and cunning than him enters the ring.
Will he accept the offer at the cost of himself?
If you like fantasy with an edge, read Trading Knives where the action is as sharp as a knife.
The Spider Children
The Spider Children Bartholomew Lander
Seventeen-year-old Spinneretta Warren doesn't just have a bizarre name. She's got eight spider legs to back it up, along with fangs, venom, and a pair of siblings as unusual as she is. But apart from the odd stare, nobody in Grantwood, California seems to care that Spinneretta and her family are human-spider hybrids.
When Spinneretta’s ninth cousin Mark turns up, he claims to have magical powers and is intent on tracing Spinneretta’s family lineage right back to her mysterious spider genes. Spinneretta would prefer to continue her happily mundane life, but Mark is not convinced that Grantwood is as oblivious to the Warrens’ arachnid traits as they appear to be...
A slow-burn upper YA Lovecraftian urban science fantasy about human-spider hybrids.
When Spinneretta’s ninth cousin Mark turns up, he claims to have magical powers and is intent on tracing Spinneretta’s family lineage right back to her mysterious spider genes. Spinneretta would prefer to continue her happily mundane life, but Mark is not convinced that Grantwood is as oblivious to the Warrens’ arachnid traits as they appear to be...
A slow-burn upper YA Lovecraftian urban science fantasy about human-spider hybrids.
Badlands—An excerpt
Badlands—An excerpt Morgan Brice
Medium and clairvoyant Simon Kincaide owns a Myrtle Beach boardwalk shop where he runs ghost tours, holds séances, and offers private psychic readings, making a fresh start after his abilities cost him his lover and his job as a folklore professor. Jaded cop Vic D’Amato saw something supernatural he couldn’t explain during a shootout several years ago in Pittsburgh and relocated to Myrtle Beach to leave the past behind, still skeptical about the paranormal. But when the search for a serial killer hits a dead end, Vic battles his skepticism to ask Simon for help. As the body count rises, Simon’s involvement makes him a target, and a suspect. But Simon can’t say no, even if it costs him his life and heart.
Morgan Brice writes magic in a way that sucks you into the story and causes time to fly by as you read.
Morgan Brice writes uniquely fascinating m/m romance - if you like suspense and ghost stories in your romance mix, this is a book for you!
Great m/m suspense romance. This is a unique combination for a holiday romance.
Morgan is a great Author, I will never miss another book from her. :)
I really liked this. Definitely worth reading!
Knights of Visaria: An Epic Fantasy Adventure...
Knights of Visaria: An Epic Fantasy Adventure (The War Masters Book 1) Michael Thomas
The world will burn as the broken remnant of the old Empire awakens from its slumber. Its armies are on the march as it seeks to restore all that was lost.
Reinfried dreams of glory as he travels South to the Republic of Antenor with his uncle, a legendary fencing master in search of adventure. They reach the Golden City only to mistakenly foil the assassination of a princess from Visaria. She is a survivor from the unstoppable horde invading her homeland. Legions of soldiers march to war behind a banner not seen in a thousand years.
Reinfried dreams of glory as he travels South to the Republic of Antenor with his uncle, a legendary fencing master in search of adventure. They reach the Golden City only to mistakenly foil the assassination of a princess from Visaria. She is a survivor from the unstoppable horde invading her homeland. Legions of soldiers march to war behind a banner not seen in a thousand years.
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars Donovan Neal
"I will be God!"
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series that explores the fascinating story of the Fall of Lucifer.
Lucifer was God's perfect creation. Yet rose up to betray the Lord and bring Heaven itself to civil war.
Many tales have referenced this great angelic war but few have sought to explore the behind the scene relationships between God and the angelic hosts. Why did a third of Heaven seek to overthrow their creator?
Journey back to the beginning, and see the drama unfold before your eyes: as allegiances are broken; choices made, and why all of creation awaits the manifestation of the sons of God!
The Third Heaven is Christian Speculative Fiction. While based on the Bible the book nor its author claims no preeminence over the sacred text.
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series that explores the fascinating story of the Fall of Lucifer.
Lucifer was God's perfect creation. Yet rose up to betray the Lord and bring Heaven itself to civil war.
Many tales have referenced this great angelic war but few have sought to explore the behind the scene relationships between God and the angelic hosts. Why did a third of Heaven seek to overthrow their creator?
Journey back to the beginning, and see the drama unfold before your eyes: as allegiances are broken; choices made, and why all of creation awaits the manifestation of the sons of God!
The Third Heaven is Christian Speculative Fiction. While based on the Bible the book nor its author claims no preeminence over the sacred text.
I love the fresh approach to a Christian narrative... questioning, exploring, discovering. This is ultimately how truth will speak to us, when we ask "why", and "what if". This book sounds so intriguing!
ENHANCERS: The League of Twelve
ENHANCERS: The League of Twelve K, Matthews N. Fishfish
If your sibling had a super power, would you be envious or proud?
Would you accept an invitation to help save an entire race from extinction by opening a magic portal for them? And most importantly, can you keep a secret?
Rejected as a League member long ago, Marcus Shea is plotting to destroy The League of Twelve and gain control of the portal for himself. He freed a demon from nearly a century’s entombment to aid him, but now the demon has witches and geist on his side and his own destructive agenda.
The Immortals who govern The League of Twelve decided to grant three of their siblings the ability to enhance each faction leader’s abilities and aid them in their battles.
Will the addition of League Enhancers give the League members the edge they need, or will Marcus prevail?
Would you accept an invitation to help save an entire race from extinction by opening a magic portal for them? And most importantly, can you keep a secret?
Rejected as a League member long ago, Marcus Shea is plotting to destroy The League of Twelve and gain control of the portal for himself. He freed a demon from nearly a century’s entombment to aid him, but now the demon has witches and geist on his side and his own destructive agenda.
The Immortals who govern The League of Twelve decided to grant three of their siblings the ability to enhance each faction leader’s abilities and aid them in their battles.
Will the addition of League Enhancers give the League members the edge they need, or will Marcus prevail?
A daunting task of astrology meets speculation, not in abstract, like Aleister Crowley once did, but in everydaylife words we all can understand! K, Matthews and N. Fishfish go for their very own, unique blend of the literal and the symbolical about the 12 astrological houses aka star signs, and embed it into their own alternative reality. There seems to be loads of thrill, the kind, which only proverbial reading between the lines, comparing, if authors and readers come to the same conclusions, can deliver! Splendid idea.
I love this take on the zodiac signs and how they gift magic and open portals! Such an intriguing concept -- can't wait!
Cool premise. Love the cover.
A great way of looking at star signs and turning it into real life adventure
Riveting. A portal to another world. If you like fantasy and magical realism, "Bloodlines" will be right up your alley!
Curse of the Ottawa
Curse of the Ottawa Frank Daley
A French-Canadian man killed an Algonquin Indian about two hundred years ago by drowning him in the Ottawa River.
A tribal sorceress put a curse on the killer saying one member of his family would die in the river for each of the next ten generations.
Do you believe it?
Yeah, but they're all dead.
Find out how.
A tribal sorceress put a curse on the killer saying one member of his family would die in the river for each of the next ten generations.
Do you believe it?
Yeah, but they're all dead.
Find out how.
Lost Friday
Lost Friday Michael Bronte
It’s September 25th, and the entire town of Sea Beach, New Jersey, has no recollection of what happened to Friday the 24th. Reporter Johnny Pappas is among the baffled residents, as is police chief Roy Mulroney. The evidence indicates they’ve been visited by futuristic time travelers from the International Counter Terrorist Organization. In the future, time travel becomes a huge geopolitical weapon, enabling those who control the technology to manipulate history so that important events fall to their favor. The influence extends all the way to the White House.
Johnny has three objectives: cover the story as a reporter, win the romantic attention of fellow reporter Kelli Remington, and rescue David Robelle from the terrorists. Oh yeah, he’d also like to win a Pulitzer.
Johnny has three objectives: cover the story as a reporter, win the romantic attention of fellow reporter Kelli Remington, and rescue David Robelle from the terrorists. Oh yeah, he’d also like to win a Pulitzer.
Agatha's Story
Agatha's Story Charles N Palmer
Meet Agatha.
Agatha is different. Even she doesn’t know how different she is. Agatha has an aversion to water. She carries an oilskin umbrella under her arm. She spends her meagre savings on waterproof shoes.
And then there are the twenty-four hour interludes. Days when she wakes up and cannot recall where she has been or what she has done.
‘Agatha’s Story’ is a taster, drawn from the three books in the Thea Dora Trilogy. Book One, ‘Beyond The Shining Portals’, will be published in 2023. 'The Half-Life Girl' and 'The Angels Fall' are books two and three of the trilogy..
Agatha is different. Even she doesn’t know how different she is. Agatha has an aversion to water. She carries an oilskin umbrella under her arm. She spends her meagre savings on waterproof shoes.
And then there are the twenty-four hour interludes. Days when she wakes up and cannot recall where she has been or what she has done.
‘Agatha’s Story’ is a taster, drawn from the three books in the Thea Dora Trilogy. Book One, ‘Beyond The Shining Portals’, will be published in 2023. 'The Half-Life Girl' and 'The Angels Fall' are books two and three of the trilogy..
Sounds like a good premise for a book, I am interested in reading more.
looks interesting.
great cover art!
This cover is awesome.
Captivating cover and intriguing synopsis. This is a unique storyline that draws you in and makes you want to read the entire trilogy.
More Queens than Crowns (A Short Magical Tale...
More Queens than Crowns (A Short Magical Tale of Fate, Fury, and Vengeance) R. M. Carpus
Locked away in the highest tower of the land of Blythe, Princess Gabrielle knows only that her circumstance is a result of a direct order from her father, the King of Holmberg. When she learns of her fate on the day of her carefully scheduled release, a new creature is awakened within her—The Monster, a mutation of her former self, which she never knew existed. Now, she lives only to set The Monster free. Her mission is clear: Destroy Queen Brittania, restore her family’s honor, and resign herself to the consequences of revenge.
Swiss Alchemy
Swiss Alchemy Celeste Johnson
Swiss Alchemy, the first of a series: The Alternate Realm Trilogy, begins with a notion that if all great things involve taking the first step, an invitation is like folding over the spine and turning the first pages of a book opening the mind to a world of possibilities.
The testimonial in returning to a place is not the comparison from the previous encounter, but to experience it in the present. An immersion with the essence of it, traversing its steep inclines and encounters with fellow travelers, hosts, and locals alike. Centuries of histories - castles mounting atop cliffs and villages interspersed along winding roadways, rambling rivers, and around lakes that cast hues - cobalt so bright it beams in reflection amidst the surrounding fog.
Although, as Mia learns, the relativity of the past spanning ten centuries or a few decades may be as close as a dim light guiding down a dark corridor of an adjacent tower or brushing one's elbow during a gate check-in.
The testimonial in returning to a place is not the comparison from the previous encounter, but to experience it in the present. An immersion with the essence of it, traversing its steep inclines and encounters with fellow travelers, hosts, and locals alike. Centuries of histories - castles mounting atop cliffs and villages interspersed along winding roadways, rambling rivers, and around lakes that cast hues - cobalt so bright it beams in reflection amidst the surrounding fog.
Although, as Mia learns, the relativity of the past spanning ten centuries or a few decades may be as close as a dim light guiding down a dark corridor of an adjacent tower or brushing one's elbow during a gate check-in.
BLOODLINES: The League of Twelve
BLOODLINES: The League of Twelve K, Matthews N. Fishfish
What's your sign? What if your birth sign was more than a cliché blurb in the newspaper? What if, instead, you were fated to inherit supernatural powers and the responsibility of safeguarding otherworldly beings?
Sebastian Shea, a new member of The League of Twelve, has always known he would inherit the Cancer astral key from his father and use it to open a portal to another world. What he doesn’t know is what will be waiting for him when he returns home.
Attacked by Marcus, his father’s identical twin, and left for dead, Sebastian knows his only chance to live long enough to regain his key and take revenge is to make it to the City of Radiance.
Will Sebastian survive to get retribution? Will the other league members rally in time or will Marcus take even more from them?
Sebastian Shea, a new member of The League of Twelve, has always known he would inherit the Cancer astral key from his father and use it to open a portal to another world. What he doesn’t know is what will be waiting for him when he returns home.
Attacked by Marcus, his father’s identical twin, and left for dead, Sebastian knows his only chance to live long enough to regain his key and take revenge is to make it to the City of Radiance.
Will Sebastian survive to get retribution? Will the other league members rally in time or will Marcus take even more from them?
A daunting task of astrology meets speculation, not in abstract, like Aleister Crowley once did, but in everydaylife words we all can understand! K, Matthews and N. Fishfish go for their very own, unique blend of the literal and the symbolical about the 12 astrological houses aka star signs, and embed it into their own alternative reality. There seems to be loads of thrill, the kind, which only proverbial reading between the lines, comparing, if authors and readers come to the same conclusions, can deliver! Splendid idea.
I love this take on the zodiac signs and how they gift magic and open portals! Such an intriguing concept -- can't wait!
Cool premise. Love the cover.
A great way of looking at star signs and turning it into real life adventure
Riveting. A portal to another world. If you like fantasy and magical realism, "Bloodlines" will be right up your alley!
Presidential Risk
Presidential Risk Michael Bronte
Dead presidents play a supernatural game of Risk, the board game of world domination, and their moves are reflected in the real world. A president makes a move, an invasion takes place on Earth. Leaders are born and dictators rise to power as presidents past plot their moves. Who will win? The presidents are portrayed in parody form as the egotistical beings that they were, while you follow the exploits of real-life hero Pauli Campo as he navigates the presidents’ influence. In the real world, Pauli rises from meager beginnings to lead his country against a maniacal dictator to prevent the death of millions, and it is all the result of the game the presidents are playing.
Blood of the Ràej
Blood of the Ràej Hayley Rae Johnson
"…never trust a Pebble Pincher."
Terhese's dream of becoming an Official is within her grasp. Weeks before she is to leave for the Sandstone Academy, her powers show their true colors. Instead of accepting this new identity, she continues on her path and starts classes at the academy. She is warned to keep her magic hidden, but temptations pull from all sides as she spends time with new friends on the beach in the sun and around the bonfires at night, passing the bottles of green and amber liquor. Shadows of extinct creatures and unraveling falsehoods surround her.
How long will Terhese be able to keep her forbidden Ràej powers a secret from everyone she knows, including the man who seems too good to be true?
Terhese's dream of becoming an Official is within her grasp. Weeks before she is to leave for the Sandstone Academy, her powers show their true colors. Instead of accepting this new identity, she continues on her path and starts classes at the academy. She is warned to keep her magic hidden, but temptations pull from all sides as she spends time with new friends on the beach in the sun and around the bonfires at night, passing the bottles of green and amber liquor. Shadows of extinct creatures and unraveling falsehoods surround her.
How long will Terhese be able to keep her forbidden Ràej powers a secret from everyone she knows, including the man who seems too good to be true?
Journey Home (short story)
Journey Home (short story) May Barros
Amara e Luiza are two witches that live in a queerplatonic relationship. When Luiza decides to embark on a journey throught the galaxy in a quest for the lost fortress of Laura, the Dragon Queen, she ends up finding more than expected, while Amara follows her footsteps, hoping it's not too late.
The Beast Hunter: A Keltin Moore Adventure
The Beast Hunter: A Keltin Moore Adventure Lindsay Schopfer
A small-town hero. A numberless horde. No turning back.
Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore joins a desperate campaign to save faraway Krendaria, a nation on the verge of revolution. A swarm of beasts threatens to destroy the country’s desperately needed crops, and an unprecedented team of hunters is assembled to cleanse the infested farmlands.
The Beast Hunter marks the beginning of the award-winning Adventures of Keltin Moore, a series of steampunk-flavored fantasy novels. If you love compelling characters, fantastic creatures, and intense action then you will love these stories!
Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore joins a desperate campaign to save faraway Krendaria, a nation on the verge of revolution. A swarm of beasts threatens to destroy the country’s desperately needed crops, and an unprecedented team of hunters is assembled to cleanse the infested farmlands.
The Beast Hunter marks the beginning of the award-winning Adventures of Keltin Moore, a series of steampunk-flavored fantasy novels. If you love compelling characters, fantastic creatures, and intense action then you will love these stories!
Terminal Boredom
Terminal Boredom Wes Snowden
After selling his business prematurely, Norman Walker is blind-sided by a sudden fit of extreme debilitating boredom. Fearing for his sanity, he consults a close doctor friend who arranges for a consultation at the mysterious Beyond/Boredom Institute. .
After an exhaustive analysis by the Institute's team, Walker is presented with four unique, and potentially dangerous challenges specifically designed to break him out from his Circle of Boredom permanently.
The treatment sounds great until Norm discovers it will cost him $200,000. if he fails to complete the four challenges successfully. Despite the potential financial loss, Walker signs on despite not knowing any details of the hair raising adventures that await him. Book includes a highly rated second story.
After an exhaustive analysis by the Institute's team, Walker is presented with four unique, and potentially dangerous challenges specifically designed to break him out from his Circle of Boredom permanently.
The treatment sounds great until Norm discovers it will cost him $200,000. if he fails to complete the four challenges successfully. Despite the potential financial loss, Walker signs on despite not knowing any details of the hair raising adventures that await him. Book includes a highly rated second story.
Couldn't put this story and ended up reading it far into the night. The day to day running of care facilities is interesting with the fascinating characters weaved into the story. Not just a good thriller, but touching, too.
I am really enjoying this book. As I read, the scene plays in my mind which makes it hard to put down. The story has gripped me for sure.
A Walk in the Wild
A Walk in the Wild Peter Thomson
So you’re a magician. Now what? Chrysanthemum can choose from lots of safe, secure magical careers, all providing a steady income and an eventual pension. None appeals to her, so when a friend invites her to go for a walk in the Wild, of course she accepts. It’s not safe, it’s not secure, and there is no pension. You could get rich, or you could die. In fact, you are very likely to die. But it’s better than a regular job, right? Then, if you live, the big question is: when do you quit?
Now followed by The Servant's Story (available on Amazon). In which a lawyer enters the Wild, with unexpected results ...
and
The Forked Path (also Amazon), in which two sisters find themselves on different life courses ...
Now followed by The Servant's Story (available on Amazon). In which a lawyer enters the Wild, with unexpected results ...
and
The Forked Path (also Amazon), in which two sisters find themselves on different life courses ...
Love the vibe. I'm intrigued.
A fantastical cover for a fantastical story!
The Road to Athanor
The Road to Athanor Catherine Griffin
A lone hunter on a quest for vengeance. A father seeking a better life for his children. Different journeys, one dangerous road.
At the edge of the cold northlands is Athanor, the burning city, greatest city in the world.
After twenty years in exile, Earth Adept Simon is going home and taking his family with him. Returning to the city is a gamble in itself, but the road has its own dangers. To reach Athanor, they must contend with freezing winter storms, wild animals, and — perhaps the greatest threat of all — their fellow travellers.
Only together can they survive a journey that will change all their lives.
The Road to Athanor can be read as a standalone short story. It's the first part of the full novel, Athanor, currently available for pre-order on Amazon.
At the edge of the cold northlands is Athanor, the burning city, greatest city in the world.
After twenty years in exile, Earth Adept Simon is going home and taking his family with him. Returning to the city is a gamble in itself, but the road has its own dangers. To reach Athanor, they must contend with freezing winter storms, wild animals, and — perhaps the greatest threat of all — their fellow travellers.
Only together can they survive a journey that will change all their lives.
The Road to Athanor can be read as a standalone short story. It's the first part of the full novel, Athanor, currently available for pre-order on Amazon.
King of the Seas
King of the Seas Wes Snowden
In the year 1786, Jeremy Whitehall, a young playboy adventurer, sails from London for the colonial town of Nantucket on a secret mission for his scheming uncle, Rolland Crabb.
Crabb plans to use his innocent nephew in a nefarious plot to monopolize the lucrative New England candle making industry.
Jeremy's plans go seriously astray when by accident, he finds himself a stow-away on a perilous year long sea voyage aboard a Nantucket whaling vessel. At sea, Jeremy comes of age when he faces challenges he never imagined possible.
An exciting combination of a rogue whale, bloodthirsty pirates and a beautiful damsel in distress, all blend together to make this entertaining story, truly a Whale of a Tale!
Crabb plans to use his innocent nephew in a nefarious plot to monopolize the lucrative New England candle making industry.
Jeremy's plans go seriously astray when by accident, he finds himself a stow-away on a perilous year long sea voyage aboard a Nantucket whaling vessel. At sea, Jeremy comes of age when he faces challenges he never imagined possible.
An exciting combination of a rogue whale, bloodthirsty pirates and a beautiful damsel in distress, all blend together to make this entertaining story, truly a Whale of a Tale!
Couldn't put this story and ended up reading it far into the night. The day to day running of care facilities is interesting with the fascinating characters weaved into the story. Not just a good thriller, but touching, too.
I am really enjoying this book. As I read, the scene plays in my mind which makes it hard to put down. The story has gripped me for sure.
A Heart Made of Gold
A Heart Made of Gold Christina Childers
Her hands are blessed with the power to transform anything she touches into gold. A single mindless touch changes the course of her life forever.
After her husband’s sudden death, Queen Kalyca of Aristos must protect herself and the vacant throne from a tyrant hellbent on becoming king. With the help of newfound allies—a divine-borne, a flirtatious hero, a famous strongwoman, and a determined youth—she finds all the strength she needs to survive in a cruel world where gods are eager to play behind the scenes.
After her husband’s sudden death, Queen Kalyca of Aristos must protect herself and the vacant throne from a tyrant hellbent on becoming king. With the help of newfound allies—a divine-borne, a flirtatious hero, a famous strongwoman, and a determined youth—she finds all the strength she needs to survive in a cruel world where gods are eager to play behind the scenes.
The Leprechaun Wars
The Leprechaun Wars Wes Snowden
"The Leprechaun Wars by author Wes Snowden is a mystical leap into the mind of a master storyteller. Fluidly moving between the world of magic and the world of men, this is a classic Emerald Isle adventure tale of one young man’s journey through revenge and romance, with sinister enemies around every cruel corner, and more than enough temptations to stray from his path. Written in a timeless voice that is both formal and flexible, there is a good balance of youthful whimsy and fantasy action. The depth of world-building and the energetic pace of the story make The Leprechaun Wars a treat for any fantasy fan." Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★
Couldn't put this story and ended up reading it far into the night. The day to day running of care facilities is interesting with the fascinating characters weaved into the story. Not just a good thriller, but touching, too.
I am really enjoying this book. As I read, the scene plays in my mind which makes it hard to put down. The story has gripped me for sure.
Snow Blood: Season 1
Snow Blood: Season 1 Carol McKibben
Snow Blood Season 1 by Carol McKibben is the first in a series of short novels (240 pages) retelling the modern day adventures of the first vampire.
When Brogio must turn Snow, a beautiful white husky, in order to save the dog, a series of events are unleashed that reveal a sinister plot against the father of all vampires. As life and true death experiences bond the master vampire and his newly transformed vampire canine together, they unravel a conspiracy that when resolved may return Selene, the love of Brogio’s life, back to him and set him free from the lonely existence that has plagued him for thousands of years! From the author of Luke’s Tale, follow Snow Blood, an epic story of the first vampire as told through the eyes of his kindred dog.
When Brogio must turn Snow, a beautiful white husky, in order to save the dog, a series of events are unleashed that reveal a sinister plot against the father of all vampires. As life and true death experiences bond the master vampire and his newly transformed vampire canine together, they unravel a conspiracy that when resolved may return Selene, the love of Brogio’s life, back to him and set him free from the lonely existence that has plagued him for thousands of years! From the author of Luke’s Tale, follow Snow Blood, an epic story of the first vampire as told through the eyes of his kindred dog.
Demonality - Book One (Preview)
Demonality - Book One (Preview) Nadine Thirkell
Not all demons are evil; some are just trying to survive.
Aurrynthea Shadow's Fire is not a typical young female demon. Born to a Dragon mother and a demon father, she is trying to resolve
both halves of her nature and stay alive.
In Hell, magical strength determines who rules and Thea is the only fire demon offspring of Shadow Lord. When he names her his heir, all Hell breaks loose.
As the seals over the portals between Hell and Earthside fail, can Thea reconcile her Dragon and demon natures in time to prevent a
war that would destroy both realms?
A fun take on what it means to be demonic. Demonality blends magic, adventure, love, sex, colourful language, and even a little
comedy into a fun and unique fantasy story.
Aurrynthea Shadow's Fire is not a typical young female demon. Born to a Dragon mother and a demon father, she is trying to resolve
both halves of her nature and stay alive.
In Hell, magical strength determines who rules and Thea is the only fire demon offspring of Shadow Lord. When he names her his heir, all Hell breaks loose.
As the seals over the portals between Hell and Earthside fail, can Thea reconcile her Dragon and demon natures in time to prevent a
war that would destroy both realms?
A fun take on what it means to be demonic. Demonality blends magic, adventure, love, sex, colourful language, and even a little
comedy into a fun and unique fantasy story.
Murder on Autarch 1
Murder on Autarch 1 Andrea De Magistris & Michele Perni
The Italian Best-Seller novel in its English translation!
2233. A dying planet. A brutal off-world murder. A lonely drug-addicted military investigator might be the key to save the human race.
Murder on Autarch 1 is the first novel of a Sci-Fi dystopian series that features space exploration, murder, investigative mysteries, unexpected plot twists and a romantic anti-hero. If you liked Isaac Asimov's “The Caves of Steel”, Philip K. Dick's "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" and George Orwell's "1984" then you will love this brand new cyber-noir and techno-thriller adventure by Andrea De Magistris & Michele Perni.
Explore now the Paradox Planets!
2233. A dying planet. A brutal off-world murder. A lonely drug-addicted military investigator might be the key to save the human race.
Murder on Autarch 1 is the first novel of a Sci-Fi dystopian series that features space exploration, murder, investigative mysteries, unexpected plot twists and a romantic anti-hero. If you liked Isaac Asimov's “The Caves of Steel”, Philip K. Dick's "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" and George Orwell's "1984" then you will love this brand new cyber-noir and techno-thriller adventure by Andrea De Magistris & Michele Perni.
Explore now the Paradox Planets!
The Sword of Vathir
The Sword of Vathir Mark J. Donovan
The dragons are gone. The embers of a once magical world slowly fade.
Garruth is a mercenary. And he is being hunted. A vindictive Baron somehow learns of the ancient sword which he carries on his back. So he knows the time has come to move on. But when the assassins start to appear, it’s too late. Now Garruth must decide if he can outrun his enemies before he might have to start killing his friends. Because the Sword of Vathir will not be taken from him, no matter the cost. He will keep it forever.
If he is truly lucky, he may even get to keep his head along with it.
Garruth is a mercenary. And he is being hunted. A vindictive Baron somehow learns of the ancient sword which he carries on his back. So he knows the time has come to move on. But when the assassins start to appear, it’s too late. Now Garruth must decide if he can outrun his enemies before he might have to start killing his friends. Because the Sword of Vathir will not be taken from him, no matter the cost. He will keep it forever.
If he is truly lucky, he may even get to keep his head along with it.
Remeon's Quest: Blood Origin
Remeon's Quest: Blood Origin J.W. Garrett
A young man struggling to forge his own path… A priestess forced to conceive an heir… A forbidden love…
Captured in a sweep of beings from Earth to aid planet Remeon’s dying society, Jack is plagued by deep ceded deception and mind control from those on the planet who seek to dictate the end of life choices of their citizens.
Sides are chosen as ancient magical powers thought to be long dead align to intervene in the fate of the two young lovers forcing a chain of events in motion that cannot be undone.
Truths will be destroyed. Myths will find life. Whose ultimate power will reign?
Captured in a sweep of beings from Earth to aid planet Remeon’s dying society, Jack is plagued by deep ceded deception and mind control from those on the planet who seek to dictate the end of life choices of their citizens.
Sides are chosen as ancient magical powers thought to be long dead align to intervene in the fate of the two young lovers forcing a chain of events in motion that cannot be undone.
Truths will be destroyed. Myths will find life. Whose ultimate power will reign?
Baby Barbarian and the Players Throne, Part I
Baby Barbarian and the Players Throne, Part I William Gosline
When the Berrserk family arrive for the monthly market at the local village of Lethomme, they discover a traveling merchant with a wagonload of magical curiosities has arrived just before them. Among these trinkets and baubles is the infamous Player's Throne, a unique seat that spirits 'whosoever sits on it' off to a Land of Endless Fun and Games!
When one of the Berrserk family takes the throne, he soon finds out that the merchant's definition of 'fun and games' leaves a lot to be desired! For in King Slapdash's ruined castle, there's more danger than Gammie Hildegard, the Berrserk family's ghostly grandma, can shake her phantom stick at.
To get back to home will require all the Berrserk family's wits and resources... as well as more than a little of their special Barbarian Rage Power!
When one of the Berrserk family takes the throne, he soon finds out that the merchant's definition of 'fun and games' leaves a lot to be desired! For in King Slapdash's ruined castle, there's more danger than Gammie Hildegard, the Berrserk family's ghostly grandma, can shake her phantom stick at.
To get back to home will require all the Berrserk family's wits and resources... as well as more than a little of their special Barbarian Rage Power!
The Dome City
The Dome City Nichole Haines
FOURTEEN DIFFERENT STORIES IN ONE BOOK 298 PAGES. THE BEST SCI-FI BOOK OF 2018.
“It’s so hot, what is going on. Is it even humanly possible to sweat this much?”
Oh, but the temperature is just perfect
“Who is that? Wait, you can hear my thoughts? Where am I?”
As I open my eyes, I realize I’m not on my bed or even in my room where I should be after coming home late last night.
“Or did I not make it home? This is definitely not earth” I said to myself as I looked around and took a 360-degree view of what I can’t even describe. “Is this is supposed to be a house? Where am I?"
Beautiful isn’t it?
“It’s so hot, what is going on. Is it even humanly possible to sweat this much?”
Oh, but the temperature is just perfect
“Who is that? Wait, you can hear my thoughts? Where am I?”
As I open my eyes, I realize I’m not on my bed or even in my room where I should be after coming home late last night.
“Or did I not make it home? This is definitely not earth” I said to myself as I looked around and took a 360-degree view of what I can’t even describe. “Is this is supposed to be a house? Where am I?"
Beautiful isn’t it?
Craven's War: A Call to Arms
Craven's War: A Call to Arms Nick S. Thomas
Captain James Craven followed the army to war to make his fortune, not to fight battles.
In the Spring of 1809 the British Army, spearheaded by Sir Arthur Wellesley, pushes North to drive the French out of Portugal. Captain James Craven, a prize fighter and rogue recruited to teach the use of cold steel is along for the ride, seeking riches and wine. As quick with his mouth as he is with a blade, on the eve of battle Craven is caught in a forbidden duel by Wellesley himself. The outcome is not what he expected. Craven’s life is about to take a major turn and descend into a whirlwind adventure beyond his wildest imagination.
In the Spring of 1809 the British Army, spearheaded by Sir Arthur Wellesley, pushes North to drive the French out of Portugal. Captain James Craven, a prize fighter and rogue recruited to teach the use of cold steel is along for the ride, seeking riches and wine. As quick with his mouth as he is with a blade, on the eve of battle Craven is caught in a forbidden duel by Wellesley himself. The outcome is not what he expected. Craven’s life is about to take a major turn and descend into a whirlwind adventure beyond his wildest imagination.
Swept Away
Swept Away Clair Gardenwell
Rora Nepas has a dream, to leave the lonely piece of storm battered seashore that she has called home for too many years. Letting the legacy of being a thief's daughter fade into the dust of her slowly crumbling cottage, if only she could control the impulse to steal everything that glitters.
Cyraes is the mysterious eight legged merman who washes ashore, dripping blue blood from a serious injury and bound in seaweed. Bringing with him the ultimate temptation, a beautiful jeweled hairpin that tempts Rora's will. For so long, she had dreamed of nothing but the stars guiding her on a journey all her own. Now she has a new friendship built on lies, but as the threat of the blistering storms battering the coast grows ever stronger. It will only be a matter of time before walls fall down and a choice will be made.
Will she choose her collection of precious treasures and lies? Or will she choose a new life exploring the world under the sea?
Cyraes is the mysterious eight legged merman who washes ashore, dripping blue blood from a serious injury and bound in seaweed. Bringing with him the ultimate temptation, a beautiful jeweled hairpin that tempts Rora's will. For so long, she had dreamed of nothing but the stars guiding her on a journey all her own. Now she has a new friendship built on lies, but as the threat of the blistering storms battering the coast grows ever stronger. It will only be a matter of time before walls fall down and a choice will be made.
Will she choose her collection of precious treasures and lies? Or will she choose a new life exploring the world under the sea?
Every line of Clair Gardenwell's carefully crafted blurb makes you angry that you're not all ready pages-deep into Swept Away. And if that wasn't enough...Eight legs? Well, now I've got to read this!