I have not read most of the new releases listed (although I always end up one-clicking quite a few as I prepare these posts LOL).
‘AB’ denotes audiobook and the Amazon buy link.
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PRISONER OF THE ALIEN PRINCE (ROGUE WARRIORS OF LORR BOOK THREE) by Celia Kyle and Anne Hale
It’s supposed to be another quick and easy job: steal the PulXar—an antique spaceship—and make gobs of money. That’s assuming nothing goes wrong. And of course, something always goes wrong. As a pirate, Willow Jackson has stolen hundreds of ships, if not thousands, but this ship is the first with someone on board. Trigg Lorrz, brother of the ship’s owner and son of the king of Lorr, a powerful alien race, is… her hostage? He also happens to be Willow’s one-night stand from the night before, the hottest lay she’s ever had, and pretty much the epitome of her type. But they’re both about to become hostages of Jorvlen attackers, who have a grudge against them both: Willow, for stealing massive amounts of currency, and Trigg—or rather Trigg’s brother—for snubbing a Jorvlen princess by choosing a human mate instead. They’re placed in the middle of one of the most diabolical trafficking rings in the galaxy. The ship where they’re taken hostage has a huge cache of the deadly drug Motley. Now, they have an opportunity to take down the evil Umbrosis Corporation if they can manage to stay alive long enough to intercept them and deliver them on a credit-plated platter. Their success or failure all depends on whether they can trust each other enough to work together and whether they can keep their hands off each other long enough to get the job done.
THE ALIEN AND I (COSMIC CINEMA) by Honey Phillips
Can an alien king lose his heart to a human woman? Adjusting to life on noisy, crowded Samar Prime is difficult for former professor Anna Lennox, particularly when she’s forced to spend too much time away from her young daughter. A teaching job on a peaceful tropical planet seems like an ideal alternative. But Thaima is not quite the paradise it appears to be, and her new employer, King Mongat, is the most arrogant, dangerous, infuriating male she’s ever met. Thaima has just been admitted to the Galactic Federation, but Mongat knows that admission does not mean acceptance. Determined to have Thaima take its rightful place in the Federation, he hires a teacher to introduce modern ways to the next generation of nobles. He doesn’t expect a smart, passionate female who is completely unimpressed by his rank and power. Anna and Mongat immediately clash, but their fiery encounters soon turn into unexpected passion. With the Federation questioning Thaima’s acceptance and Mongat tangled in royal obligations, can there be any future for this unlikely couple? AmazonKU
CORRUPTED MATE (INFINITE UNIONS: INTREPID ALIEN MATES BOOK TWO) by Trish Heinrich
“If I can’t have her love, I’ll take her hate.” PRINCE ZIRETH – Once, we’d promised each other forever. But then I destroyed her world and scattered her people across the galaxy. It’s no surprise she tried to kill me. Twice. For the past seven years, every action I have taken, every lie I have lived has been to earn her forgiveness. Now I’m with her again, fighting by her side. But instead of love, when she looks at me there is only hatred. One day, she could forgive me, but as our fight to free my people escalates into a hopeless battle, I know that my time is running out. Althea might live to fight another day, but it looks as if I will pay the price for my betrayal. AmazonKU
INTO THE IKFAL: WARGUARDS OF IKSHE (PREDATOR PLANET) by Vicky Holt
When the artificial intelligence VELMA selected me for a risky rescue mission on Planet Ikthe, I had one of two options: take this opportunity to explore a new planet, use some skills, and change the course of my future; or stay on the retreating fleet ship Lucidity and keep the dingy and isolated Warp Mechanics bay running until I retired. Okay, it wasn’t much of a contest. As an Advance Resource Assessment team flunkie, I’d always wanted to explore distant planets. This was my chance, and I was taking it! VELMA warned me of the danger, but she assured me I had what it took to get the job done. She didn’t tell me the Theraxl warriors were seven feet of chiseled muscle and sharpened fangs, or that they had the possibility of developing a permanent heart condition triggered by a special someone. When that special someone turned out to be me, I didn’t know what it meant for Mazaquo, the hunky alien warrior I rescued, and I sure as hell didn’t know what it meant for me. Just because I was ready for a change didn’t mean I was ready for a heart mate! Or did it?
CLAIMED BY THE FOX CAPTAIN: MM FURRY ALIEN ROMANCE (DELANEY’S FURRY ALIEN MATES BOOK TWO) by Delaney Rain
Owen Devin had hoped that being invited to visit the Norlon spaceship with his governor father was how they would begin to repair their relationship. Never did he suspect that his father would become a terrorist by setting off a bomb, disabling the ship, and actually murdering people. And had he hoped to take out Owen too? When Owen wakes after the explosion in the arms of the tall and strong fox-like captain of the ship, all he wants to do is cling to someone who doesn’t hate him. The more time he spends with Pysina Langarus, the more Owen wants to stay and…thank him. That Py can’t resist laying claim to Owen with claws and teeth and knotting eases something deep in Owen’s soul. As Owen figures out what he wants to do with his life and the ship recovers from the bomb, his relationship with Py grows more intense every time they’re together. And while Py is willing to declare that Owen is his to everyone who’ll listen, can Owen do the same or will shame and fear keep him silent? AmazonKU
PROVING HER HEART (RED PLANET FATED MATES BOOK FIVE) by Miranda Martin
In the unforgiving embrace of Tajss, where survival is more than just enduring, I’ve become Captain Nyanna, a leader born from the wreckage of our crashed ship. Life on the red planet, under the double red suns, demands more than mere existence—it requires thriving, finding hope in the barren landscape, and embracing love among the shifting sands. As the Zmaj, dragon-like aliens native to Tajss, integrate into our struggle for survival, a spark of renewed purpose ignites within our band of survivors. Love blossoms, intertwining the fates of humans and Zmaj, proving that even in the harshest of environments, hope and connection thrive. Yet, amid orchestrating the flourishing love stories of those I guide, my own heart has remained untethered. I’ve had my gaze fixed on one Zmaj in particular, but he hasn’t made his move. Now, with a mission to acquire a plant called epis that holds the key to our survival, I see my opportunity. It’s time to prove that I am the treasure he has been seeking, the missing piece that completes his journey. AmazonKU
LAID BY THE LINER (THE KNOTTIVERSE: ALPHAS OF THE WATERWORLD BOOK THREE) by V T Bonds
On the verge of my first heat and desperate to protect my sister from the brutality of men, I fly into an omega rage when raiders attack my family’s fishing boat. When The Liner, the biggest, cruelest alpha I’ve ever seen, arrives with his crew and rescues my sister, only to threaten to hurt her if I don’t go with him, there’s only one thing I can do. Except, he doesn’t just want my obedience. He wants my submission. He wants to claim me. Break me. Own me. Light on plot, heavy on spice, dive into this ‘quick read’ dark dystopian human omegaverse romance knowing you’ll find triggering content, including a possessive alpha, a reluctant omega, and a delicious battle of wills that ends in Happily Ever After.
HER ALIEN HUSBAND (MONSTER BITES BOOK SEVEN) by Michele Mills
I’m in a predicament of historic proportions. I’ve learned I can’t inherit my grandfather’s highly profitable business unless I’m married? Yes, an entirely ridiculous rule. I live with a herd of rescue cats and nary a boyfriend in sight. I’m also considered plain, sharp-tongued and overweight. And I’ve never, once been interested in marriage. Hence my reason for applying for a mail-order husband. The next morning I scream with fright when I find a huge, satanic-looking alien lurking on my doorstep. Even my cats dart away in fear. Apparently, I screwed up the application and my invite went on blast to the entire four sectors. Now I’m legally married in absentia to a flame-throwing Hyrrokin male fifteen years my senior. He growls when I mention divorce. Ugh. He needs to go. But then…he gently coaxes a sick, feral kitten into his massive arms and gives it medicine. My heart instantly melts and my body heats up like never before. Well, maybe I can give this a try. AmazonKU
B1306: GALACTIC CYBOPRG HEAT SERIES by Jessie Rose Case
This is a Happily Ever After, Galactic Cyborg Heat Series, Hot Romantic Fiction Novel. This tantalizing story of passions and desires unexpectedly brings together a Cyborg and a human female in a way they never thought possible. This is a standalone novel but can and is more complete by reading the series in order starting with Book 1 Rage. But not doing so, will not spoil your enjoyment. Enjoy! AmazonKU
FORGED (TAKEN BOOK THREE by Erin Bowman
VS Note: SciFi, not a romance. From the blurb for book one: “There are no men in Claysoot. There are boys—but every one of them vanishes at midnight on his eighteenth birthday. The ground shakes, the wind howls, a blinding light descends…and he’s gone. They call it the Heist.”
The time has come to make a stand. Gray Weathersby and his group of rebels are determined to bring down the Franconian Order. But they may be too late. The Order is closer than ever to its ultimate goal—building an unstoppable army—and every generation of Forgeries is more sophisticated, harder to detect, and deadlier than the one before. Now the rebels have joined forces with new allies, the Expats. But when even the most familiar faces can’t be trusted, Gray will have to tread carefully if he wants to succeed—or survive. Amazon
BARBARIAN DADDIES (OVER THE TOP GALACTIC HEROES BOOK TWO) by Kai Lesy
Falling for twin alien warriors is something out of a sci-fi movie…But the way they make me feel is undeniably REAL. Three years ago, aliens abducted my friends and me. Landing us on a volcanic planet far from Earth. Now, we’ve finally chosen to fight alongside the Fire Tribe warriors. But despite my best efforts…I’ve fallen for the Hadana twins. Kai and Maur. Protective. Possessive. And intense in every way. And as we inch closer to victory, a shocking revelation turns my world upside down—I’m with child. Our struggle against a looming intergalactic war and the challenge of raising a family in this hostile environment is daunting enough…But a sudden betrayal leaves us vulnerable and lost. Who can we trust when our allies might be our greatest enemies? AmazonKU
REVELATIONS (DARK EMPIRE BOOK FOUR) by Tracy St John
Blythe Nelson is certain Clan Deram is keeping something from her. The clan of spies finds it difficult to stay a step ahead of the wily reporter who’s winning their hearts. What they don’t know is Blythe has a secret of her own. New love can’t survive without trust, and neither side is ready when the truth comes out. Dramok Ospar, determined to return to the political stage, strikes up a deal with Royal Councilman Oiteil. Unaware he’s dealing with a Dark entity controlling Oiteil, he finds himself fighting for his honor, his relationship with his clan…and his life.
The Kalquorian Empire, already struggling against the Darks infiltrating its highest offices, suffers a new blow when it’s revealed it’s keeping a prisoner from the war against the first Earth: Holy Leader Browning Copeland. The schism between Kalquor and its allies grows deeper, setting the empire against the rest of the galaxy. As chaos descends on rioting Earther colonies, the Galactic Council of Planets, and Kalquor, a desperate group of humans and Kalquorians race to stop the force behind the turmoil: the Darks. Can they loosen the grip on their worlds the enemy seeks to tighten, or is all lost?
RESCUE (BARBARIANS OF THE SAND PLANET BOOK 10) by Tana Stone
Tegan is the newest member of the bounty hunter crew and a midwife for all the expecting females on board. As much as she loves her job and loves babies, she has no intention of ever being anyone’s mate. Even if the gold skinned Dothveks are gorgeous. Even if one of them does make her heart flutter. One of the newest Dothvek crew members aboard the bounty hunting ship, Zaandr is not great around females. He has none of the swagger of the other sand planet barbarians—until he meets the ship’s new midwife Tegan. Despite her insistence that she has zero interest in a mate, he can’t help feeling like their meeting might be fate. Dothveks do have fated mates, after all. But he forgets one thing—fate isn’t always kind. When Zaandr is assigned to escort Tegan on an unscheduled supply run in the Den of Thieves, neither of them expects that there are aliens on the planet seeking revenge against the Dothveks. When they find themselves on the run and stranded in a brothel with only one bed, can Tegan resist the pull of the Dothvek’s fate—and her own? AmazonKU
WHEN I’M HER by Sarah Zachrich Jeng
VS Note: Not a romance. Time travel scifi. Sounds twisty, put it on my TBR List.
Though polar opposites, Mary and Elizabeth are as close as can be—until the night Elizabeth makes an irrevocable mistake and leaves Mary to take the blame. Years later, Elizabeth seems to have forgotten Mary exists. Mary hasn’t forgotten her. She follows Elizabeth’s every move online, obsessed with paying her back for the betrayal that cost Mary her dreams. Now Mary has found a way to switch bodies with Elizabeth, and she’s got a plan to steal her charmed life. Her career. Her looks. Her husband. They do say living well is the best revenge. Or is it? The more Mary uncovers about Elizabeth’s life, the more she realizes she may have made a deadly mistake. And she’ll need the help of her worst enemy to stay alive.
WARRIOR’S CAPTIVE by Alyce Guertin
VS Note: A re-release. “Previously published as Gladiator’s Captive: A Rough Sci-Fi Romance by Mary Auclair”
First he took me captive. Then he took me as his mate. Since I saw him fight in the arena, I have dreamed of him at night. Dreams I blush to think about. What I never imagined was this fearsome alien warrior carrying me off, spanking me into shameful submission, and then ravaging my virgin body as I screamed with every brutal climax. But when my father tried to have him killed, he broke free of his chains and took me captive. I thought I would be nothing more than a bargaining chip to secure his escape, but I was wrong. He has claimed me as his mate. AmazonKU
POSING FOR THEIR PLEASURE: KINDRED TALES by Evangeline Anderson
Lilibet Trainer is SFL—Single For Life. After getting away from a horrible husband she’s decided to go it on her own. But when an attacker chases her into the arms of two huge Kindred warriors, will she change her mind? Fights Darkness and Treads Lightly—Dark and Light for short—are visiting Earth for the first time. Because emotions are punishable by death on their home world of Z4, they are just now starting to have feelings. And seeing the curvy Lili being chased by an attacker definitely brings up all kinds of new emotions—namely the desire to protect and possess her. Not wanting to let the curvy little human go, Light and Dark volunteer to take Lili on a trip to visit a famous alien art collector. But when the collector suggests that the three of them make some art together, will Lili end up…Posing for their Pleasure? Amazon Kobo
SEED OF CHAOS (EVE OF DESTRUCTION BOOK FIVE) by Benjamin Medrano
Fame is overrated. Having rescued thousands of people from being sacrificed, Evelyn could use some peace and quiet. Life has other plans. She quickly finds herself drawn into assisting a deity with a small problem, only to return and find that her great grandmother has learned of her existence. Being drawn into the affairs of the fey is not for the faint of heart, but Evelyn isn’t about to let them manipulate her. Not even if they’re family. AmazonKU
ALIEN HUNTER’S FATED MATE (VALTI FATED MATES BOOK TWO) by Elin Wyn
The endless grind of life in the temple was all I’d known for years- until the Oracle entrusted me with a mysterious quest. Guided by a magical pendant, I ventured alone into the perilous wilderness beyond the walled city. I never imagined crossing paths with a handsome giant named Ashur, a bronze-skinned warrior from a civilization I never dreamed existed. Though mistrustful at first, I found myself drawn to him as we faced untold dangers – ravening beasts and monsters at every turn. Pursued by sinister forces who would claim the artifact for themselves, Ashur and I grew ever closer. He saw strength in me I never knew I possessed. With him at my side, I found the courage to embrace my quest, though where it led I could not guess. Our fates were entwined, that much I knew in my pounding heart. Could our passion survive the deadly perils ahead? Or would this mysterious relic tear us asunder? AmazonKU
DESERT SHADOWS SAGA BOOK TWO: POST APOCALYPTIC DYSTOPIAN NOVEL by Melanie Bokstad Horev
Nour, aided by her new-found Uncle Farah, stumbles upon a concealed haven for thousands of Primordials led by the strong leader, Alexander. However, the decision to leave her own camp behind carries severe consequences. In her absence, a brutal event unfolds, shaking Nour to her core. Driven by the resolve to rescue her people and unite the scattered communities of the Sand, Nour faces relentless pursuit from a Tribound Coalition comprising Dwellers, Blazers, and The Others, all aligned to eliminate the Duets. Seeking refuge, she turns to Alexander, but the secret city of Exilium reveals more mysteries than she initially anticipated. Will Nour be able to unite the People of the Sand, or will she die by their blade? AmazonKU
HAWK ON THE HUNT (CODENAME STARGATE BOOK FIVE) by Tina Folsom
In the thrilling conclusion of the sexy Code Name Stargate series, ex-CIA agent Dylan “Hawk” Steele returns to Washington D.C. after years on the run. While trying to defeat the enemies that have wreaked havoc on his life, he has a fated encounter with ex-girlfriend Zara Richardson. She’s the only woman he’s ever loved, and she may be the only one who can help expose the evil conspiracy steeped in revenge and megalomania that reaches into the upper echelons of power. Teamed up with four other precognitive ex-Stargate agents—all gifted with the same foresight as he, and having psychic visions of a devastating doomsday event—a race against time ensues. Can they save democracy and rekindle the love they’d once shared? About the series – Gifted with precognitive skills and trained by the CIA in a top-secret program that not even the top brass of the agency was aware, the Stargate agents were once the nation’s most powerful secret asset. Betrayed by unknown enemies, unable to trust anyone—not even one another—the Stargate Agents hold the key to unmasking a conspiracy steeped in greed, power and revenge. To survive, they’ll have to solve what lies behind the recurring premonitions they experience, and stop an impending disaster.
BACKUP ALIEN: GUARDIAN ALIEN (OUT OF THIS WORLD BOOK 10) by Ravyn Wilde
He was backup for the other Guardians… until he met his mate and had a chance to save the world. Someone wanted her dead and Kimberly didn’t have a clue why. Without Dahvid, she wouldn’t have survived. Amazon NOTE: The other books in the series are in KU
ALIEN PROTECTOR’S SHADOWS: BOOK THREE OF THE FATED MATES OF THE WINGED BARBARIANS SERIES by Melissa Emerald
I never imagined that manifesting my dream man into my life would include being abducted, sold at auction, abandoned on an alien planet and almost getting eaten by jungle monsters – but here we are! When a huge, winged, possessive alien swoops in to save me from the horrors of this planet, I can tell he’s just as curious about me as I am about him. And, while Ezryk manages to learn some of my language, the way he looks at me says more than any words in the galaxy possibly could. Still, life in the deep of the alien jungle is full of nothing but dangers, and the most perilous one might just be the way I give my heart over to a man I can’t fully communicate with. AmazonKU
DEFENDER (ALIEN BRIDE: FIRST CONQUEST BOOK THREE) by Sage Alder
Aliens have Grace’s niece aboard their ship and have given her a choice—join them and their efforts to make peace with the humans or potentially lose her niece forever. Grace boldly agrees and soon finds herself in a pivotal role at the very heart of an intergalactic trade station, where the destiny of mankind hangs in the balance. There, Grace crosses paths with Baynol, a captivatingly handsome alien who makes her pulse race and fills her head with fantasies all her own. However, Grace soon discovers that she might not fit into Baynol’s idea of love. Undeterred, she sets out to prove she is the exception to his rule and find a place for herself in his heart. AmazonKU
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VS: Just a reminder of my recent new release!
BREAKING THE ALIEN LOVE CURSE by Veronica Scott
VS Note: This 23K word novella was previously in the Supra Vellum Anthology, which is no longer available, No new material has been added.
Amellia Taneek loved her job as the office manager for a group of Sectors agents from various organizations, all based out of her central location. She enjoyed the challenges of handling administrative details for them and the excitement of constantly meeting new offworlders. She was especially intrigued by Hagan Raljarr, seven feet of green, scaled, muscular SCIA agent, and more than a little curious about his tail. Hey, she was a healthy unmarried, unattached female and there was no rule against dating a co-worker.
But so far he’d shown confusing signs of reciprocating her interest.
Hagan was an honorable warrior and before he could pursue his definite interest in Amellia, who might even be his fated mate, he had to clear up one little detail – the engagement contract he’d been entered into as a child with a female from his own planet. They barely knew each other and she was highly ambitious. Surely in this modern day and age she’d be happy for him to sever the contract and set her free, right? Leaving him in the perfect position to begin courting the lovely human.
But the jilted fiancée sends a mysterious box across the galaxy to him and when he unwisely opens it, a powerful love curse is activated, striking both him and Amellia. They’ll die at dawn if the curse isn’t broken. With help from Amellia’s aunt, who is said to have magic powers, the pair set out on a desperate quest for three special ingredients needed to break the spell. Over the course of a very long night, will Hagan and Amellia find their way to a relationship, break the curse in time and survive? Is such a thing even possible?
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HIDDEN (THE DJINN WARS BOOK 13) by Christine Pope
He’s determined to destroy humankind…until her tiny spark of magic changes everything. With her entire family wiped out by the Djinn-created plague called the Heat, there’s no one left to teach Isla Dunbar how to use the magic tingling deep in her body. She lives among the other survivors in the thriving Los Alamos settlement, protected by an ingenious device that repels djinn reavers. But she’s lonely. In fact, when it comes to hooking up, Isla would rather just die a virgin. When she’s tricked into wandering out of the safe zone, Isla is kidnapped by a threatening djinn determined to disable the Los Alamos device and wipe out the last of humanity. But Isla is just as determined to resist his intense interrogation — and the temptation of his dark eyes, golden skin, and shiver-inducing smile. If Aamir al-Qadir thought he would intimidate Isla into giving up all she knows, he thought wrong. Her beauty and sass are distracting enough, but something about her catches him off-guard. She’s no ordinary human, but a creature of untapped magic that makes her a prize for the power-hungry djinn. Without conscious thought, Aamir’s focus shifts from destroying Los Alamos to protecting the unusual woman who’s stolen the one thing he thought impenetrable…his heart.
SCORCH (THE ARDELEAN BLOODLINE BOOK FOUR) by Sarah Jaeger
My wolf runs the clock on people’s death. Everyone, even her, has an expiration date. Ansel – My job is to take in fractured wolves and fix them. At least I try. I get them stable and they move on, or I bring them to a dignified end. Morrigan Hart won’t be any different. I have every intention of setting her up for a better life. Far, far away from here. She’s young, head strong, and reminds me of her father — my best friend. Morrigan – Ansel Abbot is the last person I wanted to see, but he’s the key to my freedom. I’ve traded a human prison for a chance his wolf doesn’t murder me. He’s infuriating. His positivity borderlines toxic and he has more patience than I have love for peanut butter. But I can’t stop flirting with him. A countdown has started. Can I make it through the year or will I end up his next victim? AmazonKU
JEEPERS CREEPERS (ROYAL BASTARDS MC LAS VEGAS NV) by Nikki Landis
VS Note: Author states there’s a “slight paranormal twist”.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. Balen “Creature” Hobbs doesn’t call anywhere home. He’s been a nomad since the day he finished active duty. But fate has other plans when he bumps into a girl beaten on the streets. Being a good Samaritan didn’t cross his mind—only justice. Getting involved pulls him into a dark world where the strong prey on the weak. Riding with the Royal Bastards MC offers him a chance he can’t refuse. Creature has finally found a place where he belongs, and his unique talents are appreciated. Meeting Blair Connelly and falling in love is almost too good to be true. For the first time since the war ended, he feels peace. When a familiar enemy threatens the club, he doesn’t hesitate to protect the RBMC. Even if it means he has to risk everything to ensure justice is served. A Shadow Rider and a scarred veteran are the only chance Blair has to survive. It’s not a choice of his club or his woman. He’s saving both. Creature is ridin’ full throttle and ready for war. A twist on the classic Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. AmazonKU
ALL THE CHAOS OF CONSTELLATIONS (STARSTORM SERIES BOOK ONE) by Hillary Raymer
The stars never lie. Novalise has until the end of Midsummer to marry, but when fate binds her to a male who wants nothing to do with her, she finds herself uncertain of what to do—choose a husband on her own or let her brother decide for her. When a notorious assassin arrives with a tempting solution to her problem, Novalise strikes a bargain in hopes of winning her mate’s heart. But one stolen kiss will change everything.
Asher wants nothing to do with love or the inevitable pain it brings, so when one fateful kiss reveals his mate, he immediately refuses to accept her. Until the female bound to him announces her engagement to a deadly assassin with a brutal reputation. When he discovers a plot against the queen that puts Novalise in danger, Asher must decide whether to protect his own heart and walk away forever or challenge her betrothed in a fight he cannot win in hopes of re-claiming what he lost: her heart. In a world of bargains and magic, betrayal and bonds, not even the stars can promise that love will prevail. AmazonKU
ASHES OF ACKONIR by Jennifer Cody
Sparrow: Life beyond the walls of Eoam, the commune where my mother raised me, has never tempted me. My needs are fulfilled as long as I work, and if my life is full of more sorrow than most, it’s because I was born for it. But even I have my limits, and when the people who’ve raised me do the unthinkable, I burn the walls down and walk away. My first steps away from the commune lead me straight into the company of someone I barely knew existed. Edrick was once married to my mother, but the life she lived in the palace never touched me, and I’m surprised when Edrick brings me there. I thought I’d be walking into a world similar to what I’d been taught, but the more I see of Maldrin, the more I realize that I was made powerless by the people who were meant to love me. As my anger stirs, so does Edrick’s, and he decides to empower me with a title, tutors, spies, and maybe even real, actual love. I’ve never known what love is, but if anyone can convince me I was born for more than sorrow, it’s Edrick Dastropha, the Emperor of Maldrin. Edrick: I never got to live in my wife’s company more than a few months at a time, and as much as I wanted her to myself, I couldn’t keep her …(much more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU
RECALLING MEMORIES FOR FORGETFUL PHOENIXES (OBSCURE ACADEMY BOOK TWELVE) by Laura Greenwood
When Sera uses her phoenix magic too much and ends up losing her memories, it’s up to her best friend Hugo to help her get them back. But without the benefit of knowing their history, Sera soon uncovers her true feelings towards him. After an almost-kiss, Hugo realises that she’s not the only one who has caught feelings, but he knows they can’t do anything about it until she has her memories back. Can the two phoenixes find their way to one another?
CLAIMED BY THE CREATURE (SOMBRA DEMONS BOOK FIVE) by Sarah Spade
I’m used to getting all sorts of fan mail — but a spellbook? After an incident on tour leaves me cooped up in my penthouse apartment, on vocal rest for the unforeseen future with only my grumpy pet cat for company, I’m desperate for a distraction. At my manager’s suggestion, I do something I haven’t done in ages: I go through my fan mail. There was enough of it to keep me occupied… but I only get through one bag before I find a package addressed to me. To me. Not my stage name. Not the name I’ve gone by since I was sixteen, but my real name. Color me intrigued There’s a book in there, an old leather-bound book that has me curious. Inside? There’s something called a ’true love’ spell that, in a whisper since I’m not supposed to be speaking, I read out loud for fun.Forget vocal rest. When a seven-foot-tall horned creature with glowing red eyes appears in my apartment, I scream so loudly that I think I scare him even more. I get over it, though. After the life I’ve lived, I thought I’ve seen everything — but then I find out that Dagon is an immortal shadow demon, I’m supposedly his fated mate, and he thinks I should give up all the glitz and the glamour and the fame to live with him in his shadow world all because he’s “claimed” me. Well… I wanted a distraction, didn’t I? AmazonKU
HATEFUL PRINCE: THE MATE GAMES (DEATH BOOK THREE) by Meg Anne and K Loraine
I would scorch the earth for the woman I love. Being a dragon had always been my legacy. But not one I wanted anything to do with. After losing control the first time I shifted, I’d been exiled off to Blackwood, left to rot in the shame of my crimes. I was meant to be a hero. A protector. The defender of my fae homeland. Instead I became the scary story they told their children at night. Believing I belonged in this prison, I never considered a future beyond my punishment. Not until I met my mate. Dahlia is a gift I didn’t think I deserved and now I want more with her. We all do. Her beastly Viking – Her mad pirate – Her vengeful god – And me, her imprisoned dragon – As tensions mount at Blackwood, it’s more obvious than ever we have to do everything we can to keep her safe. But the wheels of fate are turning and I’m not sure there’s anything we can do to stop what’s already been set into motion. Not without having to become the very thing I most feared. The Ripper’s come to Blackwood in search of new victims, but if he dares to lay a finger on my mate, he’ll find out what happens to those stupid enough to touch a dragon’s most valued treasure. AmazonKU AB
UNDER A SPELL: A MM PARANORMAL ROMANCE (MAGES AND MATES BOOK THREE) by Andy Gallo
Leothius Hollen arrives in Presque Isle, Maine, home of the dragon rulers, to investigate the murder of the mage ambassador. The last thing he expects is to run into the sexy as sin guy who stood him up when he was in gryphon territory. No, that’s not true, the really last thing he expects is the guy is actually King Gundhram. Wait, nope, the absolute last thing he expects is that Gundhram is his mate. What did he do to the universe that the guy who humiliated him, turns out the be the guy he has to spend the rest of his life with? Gundhram never wanted to rule, but the death of the mage ambassador left his sister in a bad spot, and he returned to Presque Isle to help her deal with the mage inquisitor sent to investigate the murder. How much did karma hate him that the inquisitor turned out to be the guy he’d rejected ten months earlier, but couldn’t get out of his thoughts? Or that this hotter than dragon fire mage still singed his scales like no one else. Finding out they were mates, however, was the ultimate pay back. Before they settle into the whole mate thing, someone tries to murder Gund’s sister, and Leo nearly dies trying to save her. Once Leo recovers, he and Gund discover the attempted murder was just a diversion for the real threat. When they try to prevent that ultimate threat, they learn, there is an even more ultimate one waiting in the wings. With all the threats emerging, spending the rest of their lives together might not even be long enough to have a proper date. AmazonKU
MATED TO THE AMAROK (INVASION OF MONSTERS) by Eden Ember
VS Note: Because I had to look it up, here’s the definition of ‘amarok’: a gigantic wolf in Inuit religion, said to stalk and devour any person foolish enough to hunt alone at night.
He lived a solitary life, keeping the legend of the monsters in the wilderness alive. She just wanted to write the story behind the legend.
Claudia Collins, armed with her survivalist instincts, and pen and paper, dropped from a helicopter into the vast uncivilized wilderness of the Pacific Northwest. Her curiosity led her right into the Amarok’s territory. She found more than she imagined and stepped into danger that could cost her life. He swore to stay away, but couldn’t because his heart activated a warmth he never knew he had. He would do anything to keep her safe, anything. AmazonKU
SPELLCAST (RAVEN CURSED BOOK SEVEN) by McKenzie Hunter
I longed for my own magic. Now I have it. Powerful magic. It has caused chaos in the supernatural world. Well, it’s not my magic that’s the problem. It’s the spell that I cast that changed everything. Now I have to deal with the aftermath AmazonKU
WITCH QUEEN OF HALLOWEEN by Kresley Cole
A demon soldier of fortune . . .Rök Kours dives into a dangerous mission, only to cross swords with the one woman who bewitched him. A cursed Wiccan mercenary . . .Poppy Dyer has never let her uncontrollable magic interfere with her work, but she can barely withstand one demon’s charms. Trapped in a terrifying lair. If the two rivals can defeat Halloween’s worst nightmares to escape a haunted castle, can they overcome their pasts to claim a spellbinding future together?
GIFTING A DRAGON’S HEART by Mell Eight
When he learns his father is dying, Roan leaves the wilds to return to the home he ran away from ten years prior. Roan knows the inevitable family reunion will be difficult, but then he meets Lyss, his former beau, who is the reason he had to leave. Roan doesn’t know what to feel or how to react to this older version of Lyss, but before he can get his emotions in order, a letter comes from the untamed wilds region telling him the town he’s called home for the last ten years is under attack. Traveling back to the wilds accompanied by Lyss ought to give Roan time to figure out his feelings. However, the army, wyverns, and dragons all make finding time to even speak with Lyss difficult. Besides, ten years is a long time. When the battle is over, Roan and Lyss have their own separate lives to return to, assuming they both survive the fight to come.
SNOW FOX (WITCH SHIFTER CLAN BOOK TWO) by C D Gorri
She’s a genius with a secret. He’s an agent with a grudge. Being pretty isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Nova Harbor would much rather be known for her brain than her symmetrical facial features, stunning bod, and eye-catching coloring. As a research scientist for the secret section of the US government known as the Division of Paranormal Creatures & Activities, or DPCA for short, getting the big boys to notice her achievements is a heck of a lot harder than getting them to notice her assets. She does all she can to stay professional, but frustrations run rampant when she’s forced to work with a snobby feline and his oversized ego. Working for the DPCA has always been Asher Donnelly’s dream job since he was a tiny cub. When an investigation leads to evidence of illegal experiments being done on Shifters, Asher is assigned to the case. He’ll do anything to find the culprits, even if it means working with her, the woman the entire DPCA calls the face. Asher has no patience for the female whom office rumors say slept her way to a cushy job. The only problem is his Lion is quite taken with the beauty. But Asher has better things to do than chase her fluffy white tail. Nova is aware of Asher’s low opinion of her. But this Snow Fox has nothing to prove. Especially not to a stubborn, butt-sniffing, litter-box-using overgrown house cat!
DRAGON DADDY PROTECTOR (DRAGON REBELS BOOK THREE) by Roxie Ray
My pregnancy is a complete surprise. And now I have to tell the dragon daddy…I thought I’d be happy to become a dragon since falling for my dragon shifter boss, Evan, but not like this. Tomas’ experimental serum is the cause, and because of me, he’s succeeded in perfecting it. Now he needs my blood to produce more and he’ll stop at nothing to get it. With my dragon awakening, I need Evan’s help to keep it under control. Except that’s not the only reason my body is changing. I’m expecting Evan’s baby, and the timing couldn’t be worse. Somehow, we’ve got to find a way to undermine Tomas’ empire and take him down for good. I’ve never seen Evan more determined to protect me and destroy Tomas. Only instead of bringing us closer, I’m worried the pressure of our child could tear us apart. Unless we can stop Tomas, I’m going to wind up being one of his evil science experiments. Then I’ll never get to see my baby alive, or my mate again. AmazonKU
DESTINED FOR THE WOLF DADDY (BREAKING PACK RULES BOOK THREE) by Roxie Ray
My love for the alpha will either transform or destroy me…If I want any chance of having a real family with Cole and adopting his son, then becoming a shifter is my best hope. Cole agrees, except he remains concerned that the dangerous lycan gene therapy could jeopardize my safety. Cole also knows that our future relies on the strength of his pack. While it’s growing stronger every day, there is still unrest between shifters and non-shifters. When Cole’s old enemy, Curt, approaches us and promises to support the newly formed pack, Curt’s offer seems too good to be true. Together, Cole and I must decide who we can trust. But when the lycan gene therapy turns out to be worse than we anticipated and those closest to us are at risk of turning against us, I fear everything we’ve fought for could be lost. AmazonKU
PROTECTED BY THE TIGER SHIFTER by L Rose and Lila Rose
Nox – People see me as the asshole who deals with the hellish jobs. That’s because people fear me, which is how I like it. Unfortunately, I also have to put up with the tiger inside me. My beast should have protected me when I was younger, but instead, all he’s ever wanted are pats and attention. I’ve hated that tiger… until him. Our fated mate. Kieran – Single life as a young college professor with anxiety is trying. Add in my poor coordination and I often wonder if there’s someone in the world who will ever accept me as I am. Even the men my parents try to set me up with don’t work out—that second date never does come. But after one heart-stopping, breathtaking glance from a stranger, I figure that none of the men before him are meant for me. Thankfully, after a mugging and meeting a loveable tiger, Nox is back in my life. Now all I have to do is keep him there. AmazonKU
PLAY OF SHADOWS (COURT OF SHADOWS BOOK ONE) by Sebastien de Castell
Damelas Chademantaigne picked a poor night to flee a judicial duel. He has precious little hope of escaping the wrath of the Vixen, the most feared duellist in the entire city, until he stumbles through the stage doors of the magnificent Operato Belleza and tricks his way into the company of actors. An archaic law provides a temporary respite from his troubles – until one night a ghostly voice in his head causes Damelas to fumble his lines, inadvertently blurting out a dreadful truth: the city’s most legendary hero may actually be a traitor and a brutal murderer. With only the help of his boisterous and lusty friend Bereto, a beautiful assassin whose target may well be Damelas himself, and a company of misfit actors who’d just as soon see him dead, this failed grandson of two Greatcoats must somehow find within himself the courage to dig up long-buried truths before a ruthless band of bravos known as the Iron Orchids come for his head. Oh, and there’s still that matter of the Vixen waiting to duel him.
MONSTERS IN LOVE: LOST IN THE FIRE: A PARANORMAL MONSTER ROMANCE by Various
Flames crackle and sparks fly as monsters search through the smoke for their true loves. Grab a cold drink and a fan as you settle in with creatures both spicy and sweet, who all have one thing in common: These scorching beasts are guaranteed to have you feeling all kinds of hot and bothered. Amazon
CROSSROADS MAGIC (WITCHTOWN CROSSING BOOK ONE) by Tracy Cooper-Posey
When did I become such a cliché? I’m divorced, working a crappy job, living on next to nothing, and wondering how it all went so wrong. Then it goes even more wrong. My grown daughter turns up after not speaking to me for two years, with stunning news of her own, and to cap it off, I’m summoned to a tiny, isolated hamlet in northern New York called Haigton Crossing, where my mother has lived for decades.Haigton Crossing looks like a throw back to another time. For such a small place, it is stuffed full of secrets. The people there are different, including the town’s doctor, Benedict Marcus. And Haigton Crossing is way, way too small to host a murder.
HOW I TOOK THE KING ON A BONE-A-FIDE QUEST OF PIRACY, PIEMU AND PROFIT: BONE 4 by AJ Sherwood
Dragon wing located on pirate ship! Board ship? (YES) (NO?!) Devan: I feel like this is a bad idea. Tan: Those are the best kind! Tags: Steve’s been gagged, Tan’s a dramatic bat, Devan adopts pirates, the crack ship armada is literally sailing, Lesia is adopted by pirates, stickers are fish food, Tan’s volunteered Devan to officiate over weddings. AmazonKU
BLOOD GIFTS by S R Griffith
Libitina – Sometimes I feel like I’m cursed. I’ve been slowly dying since I was young. Even being alive this long makes me a ‘walking miracle,’ but I don’t feel miraculous. I don’t know how many days I have left of my short life. When a weird (but hot) guy promises me a cure, I know it’s bound to fail. There’s no possible cure for my illness…and no way he’s flirting with me. Then the truly miraculous happens. He transports me to a magical world. For the first time, someone is promising me life and a future. But time is running out. Can I survive long enough to have hope again? *Hy* – It was supposed to be the time I “sow my wild oats” when something magical and new catches my eye: an absolutely stunning woman that can’t be from Earth. She has to be from my homeland, and I want to find her cure—it is my special interest after all. An ancient magical people hold the tool to stop her death —if we can find them in time. I’ll put my own life on the line to make sure we do. Will we find them in time to save her—and me? AmazonKU
LIONHEART (KINKAID SHIFTERS BOOK ONE) by Biance D’Arc
Meg lives alone in a neighborhood with a very special secret. Since the death of her parents, she’s been sort of adopted by the old ladies in the area and brought into their circle. A very magical circle. Rich and his brothers have been sent to Meg’s neighborhood to check out rumors of an enemy strike. They are recently retired from the military, but still working as freelancers on very particular missions because of their unique abilities. When the brothers move in across the street from Meg, Rich can’t help but notice her. She’s breaking his heart with her sad eyes and lonely existence. He wants to keep her company – in every sense of the phrase – but his mission should come first. Rich is torn between the woman who could be the love of his life and the mission which might end the threat of the Destroyer once and for all. They will face danger together, making magical discoveries along the way, but will it be enough to defeat the evil chasing them and bring them both through to a future spent together?
THE ALPHA OF BLEAKE ISLAND (DRAGONKIN BOOK ONE) by Kathryn Moon
He’s waited half a century to choose an omega. Lord Ronson Cadogan can stall no longer. He needs an omega and he needs an heir. Settled on the obvious perfect choice, and determined to see his fate through, Ronson can’t afford to wait for the next ceremony to claim what he is owed. If only he was more excited about the match. They call her the mouse. Mairwen Posy knows precisely who the Alpha of Bleake Isle will choose, and it certainly isn’t her. In fact, it’s so predictable it’s almost boring. Resigned to her fate of disappearing into the background, Mairwen takes the role of observer, distracting the ache of being left out with the entertainment of dragonkin society’s unfolding stories. All is as expected, until the sudden twist in a familiar plot sends Mairwen in the least likely direction, right into the arms of the alpha. AmazonKU
CAUGHT WITH ZEUS (QUEENS OF OLYMPUS BOOK EIGHT) by Arizona Tape
Duty bound, hard-working, and painfully honest, Alexa is giving her all now that she’s the new Zeus. Unfortunately, her ambition and drive is a threat to the Titans who rule over her. If she wants to hold onto her job, she’ll have to trick them into believing she’s harmless. The solution? A fake relationship for the cameras with her best friend Daphne in the hopes of convincing the Titans, the intrusive paparazzi, and the world that the god of gods is preoccupied with romance and drama. But the longer the ruse goes on, the more confusing it gets. Can Alexa and Daphne maintain their friendship or will their feelings get in the way? Caught With Zeus is a fantasy twist on the classic Greek mythology about Zeus with an f/f romance.
DEMON’S BANE (CRESCENT COVEN BOOK TWO) by Leigh Miller
The Witch – I want nothing to do with the Crescent Coven. I’m happy with my tea shop and my small magick and my mundane life, and since the coven never wanted me, either, it’s better this way. But when the High Priestess shows up on my doorstep and issues an ultimatum I can’t refuse, I’m pulled right back into the coven’s unending drama. Only this time that drama includes a huge, handsome, surly demon who doesn’t trust witches, and who I’ve been paired up with to solve a crime that spans both our realms. The Demon – The tea witch is my mate. It shouldn’t be possible, but there’s no denying the instinct that crashes over me when I see her. To claim her. To protect her. To keep her. But I’m not in this strange human realm to find a mate, and I can’t trust a single member of the Crescent Coven — liars and thieves, the lot of them. With conflict threatening the newly forged bargain between witches and demons, I won’t forget my purpose here or the justice I mean to find. Even with a witch who smells of tea spice and sunshine, who feels like the other half of my soul, at my side. AmazonKU
ESCORT (SEX WITH MONSTERS) by Kaye Draper
VS Note: Listed as erotica.
A paranormal escort service. That kind of thing can’t possibly exist, right? If you told me to imagine the sort of woman people would pay to have sex with, it wouldn’t be me. But I’ve just learned that otherkin are real, and my mage boss insists that sometimes they need a little quality time with a convenient, willing human body. My next client will require me and my frosty co-worker to team up, so my boss insists that I spend a night with the escort with dark fae blood…Every paranormal fangirl’s dream job, right? This short story is the longest yet at 11,300 words. AmazonKU AB
HELP, MY STALKER IS A VAMPIRE (BLOODBOUND DESIRES BOOK ONE) by Storm Song
Celeste seeks solace in her darkest desires. After a heart-wrenching breakup, she pours her longing for thrill and submission into an anonymous blog, confessing her secret yearning to be stalked and used. Little does she know, her words beckon a force far beyond her imagination.Enter Nash Rigby, a brooding and enigmatic figure, wealthy and powerful, yet harboring a secret that defies the boundaries of mortal comprehension. As a vigilante for the LGBT community, Nash prowls the night as both protector and predator. Drawn to Celeste’s vulnerability, he proposes a dangerous game—a consensual hunt fueled by desire and longing, guided only by a single photograph. But as their twisted dance ensues, the city becomes a battleground for a darker evil, and Nash finds himself torn between his duty to protect and his growing obsession with Celeste. With killings on the rise and shadows closing in, Nash must unravel the sinister web entangling them before Celeste becomes the next victim of a darkness that threatens to consume them both. AmazonKU
EMMETT by Abi Vale, Violet Rae and Fern Fraser
Emmett – When a group of rogue pyromancers wreak havoc in Silverpaw Hollow, threatening the safety of humans and shifters alike, it’s up to my brothers and me to extinguish the flames and prevent further chaos. Especially as we soon realize that the fire has magical properties, and water won’t quench the infernos. Enter Amber, a hotshot firefighter, whose beauty and spirit set my heart on fire but oh…she suspects I’m the culprit. Amber – Sparks fly when I meet Emmett Furbane–literally. He’s big, growly, and possessive, and I don’t understand the magnetic pull toward the thrill-seeking man, who’s my opposite in every way. I’ve seen so much danger in my job, I try to stay away from it in my personal life, while Emmett runs into it head first. Yet I can’t deny that Emmett’s fire and my calm come together like yin and yang. He reminds me that I’m still alive and I give him a safe place to land. But when the real perpetrators of the fires come after me, it may take more than love to keep me safe. AmazonKU
THE WEAVERS OF ALAMAXA: A NOVEL (THE ALAMAXA DUOLOGY BOOK TWO) by Hadeer Elsbai
The world is on fire…but some women can control it. The Daughters of Izdihar—a group of women fighting for the vote and against the patriarchal rule of Parliament—have finally made strides in having their voices heard…only to find them drowned out by the cannons of the fundamentalist Ziranis. As long as Alamaxa continues to allow for the elemental magic of the weavers—and insist on allowing an academy to teach such things—the Zirani will stop at nothing to end what they perceive is a threat to not only their way of life, but the entire world. Two such weavers, Nehal and Giorgina, had come together despite their differences to grow both their political and weaving power. But after the attack, Nehal wakes up in a Zirani prison, and Giorgina is on the run in her besieged city. If they can reunite again, they can rally Alamaxa to fight off the encroaching Zirani threat. Yet with so much in their way—including a contingent of Zirani insurgents with their own ideas about rebellion—this will be no easy task. And the last time a weaver fought back, the whole world was shattered. Two incredible women are all that stands before an entire army. But they’ve fought against power before and won. This time, though, it’s no longer about rhetoric. This time it’s about magic and blood.
EMBERS OF HEALING (ORCFIRE BOOK FIVE) by Alana Khan and Aria Vale
Sarah – The state’s threat to condemn the house I inherited has left me racing against a looming deadline. In my desperation, I turn to an unlikely ally—the injured orc, Thornn, whose scars run as deep as his silence. I didn’t have time to find anyone else to help, yet I doubt my decision the moment Thornn reluctantly agrees to provide muscle for the job. I never imagined those bare, glistening muscles would be so enticing I’d yearn to lick them. Nor did I expect to discover the tender warrior spirit he hides under his wounded exterior. Thornn – I’m broken. Ruined. To not inflict myself on my friends, I accept Sarah’s job offer. I’m like a raw nerve—even her unfailing kindness pricks at me. I don’t know whether to go for a long run to clear my head or pull her into my arms and kiss her senseless. Except I can’t keep my gaze off her as we work together, and I fist myself to sleep with images of her dancing in my mind. Though I’m completely wrong for her, she’s the perfect woman for me. AmazonKU
ACCIDENT WAITING TO DRAGON (BRIMSTONE INC BOOK THREE) by Abigail Owen
The day her brother died, Gwendolyn Moonsoar fled from her veil of pixies. Grief drove her away, but a broken heart made her stay gone for good. Lucky for Gwen, Brimstone Inc. was there to break her fall. Now, as a special courier transporting the most valuable and dangerous items of the supernatural world, Gwen is good at her job. Damn good. After all, disappearing is her specialty. Dragon shifter Asher Kato will always be haunted by his best friend Goran’s death. Although a promise he made gave him no choice, Asher will never forgive himself for the role he played…or the fallout it caused with Goran’s younger sister, Gwen. Burying himself in his role as second-in-command of the blue dragons is his only escape. Unfortunately, the peace they fought so hard for isn’t meant for a warrior like him. So, when a courier transporting a rare basilisk egg goes missing, Asher volunteers to track her down. Except Asher’s mission leads him straight into the arms of the one pixie who would rather vanish forever than spend a single second with him.
WINTER WOLVES by Christine Michelle
Sabine – The dreams came. I knew what they meant, even though disbelief rode me hard. I was so far at the bottom of my pack’s ranking that there wasn’t a hope to even be acknowledged to speak with our pack master, let alone convince him of the fact that we were mates. Fated. Moon-blessed. The winter wolves didn’t believe in fated mates. They believed in rank, earning your spot in the pack, and the ability to hold it at all costs. My mate refused to believe me. He destroyed my livelihood, nearly cost me my life, and then in the final hour when I was leaving for good, he came around to beg for my forgiveness. Too bad he couldn’t answer one simple question… After tearing my life apart, my mate still didn’t even know my name. Mitchell – I knew her name a moment too late to make up for the things I’d done. By the time it was all over, I had more to make up to her as well. First, I had to remake myself into a pack alpha she could respect. Then, I had to hunt her down and make her understand that she was mine.
BEYOND THE VEIL by S C Wynne
Being a psychic in the small seaside town of Fox Harbor is challenging enough, but winter months are brutal. Not that using his clairvoyant abilities to hunt down lost pets isn’t thrilling, but Lorenzo wouldn’t mind a tiny bit more excitement in his life. Be careful what you wish for? Things get more stimulating when the charismatic Dr. Ian Thatcher takes a romantic interest in him. Unfortunately, their promising evening takes a ghastly turn when an old man dies on Lorenzo’s doorstep, after warning Lorenzo his life is in danger. Before Lorenzo can say “Give me my old boring life back, please” his home is ransacked, a fiery being tries to burn him to death, and he’s informed he’s the only hope to save the world.
DIAVOLA: A NOVEL by Jennifer Thorne
Anna has two rules for the annual Pace family destination vacations: Tread lightly and survive. It isn’t easy when she’s the only one in the family who doesn’t quite fit in. Her twin brother, Benny, goes with the flow so much he’s practically dissolved, and her older sister, Nicole, is so used to everyone—including her blandly docile husband and two kids—falling in line that Anna often ends up in trouble for simply asking a question. Mom seizes every opportunity to question her life choices, and Dad, when not reminding everyone who paid for this vacation, just wants some peace and quiet. The gorgeous, remote villa in tiny Monteperso seems like a perfect place to endure so much family togetherness, until things start going off the rails—the strange noises at night, the unsettling warnings from the local villagers, and the dark, violent past of the villa itself.
THE PROBLEM WITH PIXIES: HOMESTEADER HEARTH WITCH BOOK ONE by Kat Healy
A pixie-infested farmhouse. A pain-in-the-butt familiar. A hunky lumberjack shifter. Not at all what a witch on the run like me expects to find in small-town Redbud, Indiana, but life’s been throwing me a bunch of curveballs lately. Most recently? Discovering a demonic curse on the family grimoire sucking the magic straight out of my coven’s hearts. 10 out of 10 do not recommend, and there’s only one thing an uninitiated witch like me can do. Steal it. Get that spell book as far away from my family and the rival coven who cursed it, hide it, and figure out how to break the curse. Preferably before it decides to infect me. Or those hellhound trackers hunt me down. Say goodbye to carefree afternoon teas and hello to a new identity, a new town, absolutely no distractions—including that gorgeous bad-boy shifter with his own hidden past—and a secret place to work. So those overly curious, gossiping pixies currently infesting my new farmhouse? They gotta go. Tonight. A new witch is in town and I’m on a mission. AmazonKU
DRAGON’S WINDFALL (BRIDES FOR BEASTS: DRAGONS BOOK FOUR) by Candace Ayers
Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! I’m dubbed the king of couture—a title well-earned. So when an upstart designer slings mud at my fashion house, I hit back. Hard. But when I catch sight of my bride-to-be sashaying down the aisle, My angel in white with turns out to be the she-devil herself. With “I do’s” exchanged through gritted teeth, The honeymoon is sure to be a hot one…Scalding passion or flaming disaster—not sure which. Can scorching attraction overcome simmering rivalry? This is a SHORT, feel-good, instalove-inspired, fated mates dragon shifter romance. AmazonKU
WOKE UP TO DISCOVER I’M FAMOUS (REBORN IN ANOTHER WORLD BOOK ONE) by Lorelai M Hart and Colbie Dunbar
I was hit by a train and woke up in another world—one where I was famous! When I couldn’t undo my seatbelt, and with the train rushing at my stalled truck, I thought my life was over. Little did I know that it was only just beginning. Now I’m in a place I never knew existed, with shifters I thought only lived in books. And people walk around with my face on their sweatshirts and fan-boy over meeting me. And the alphas—oh, the alphas! Not only are they hotter than the sun… statistically impossible, and yet it’s true… but they’re paying attention to me. Me, the guy who never once had an honest-to-goodness date. Maybe it’s all a dream and none of this is real. But until someone tells me differently, I plan to enjoy each and every minute of it. AmazonKU
MAGIC OF BLOOD AND ASH (THE WITCHES OF MOONFELL BOOK TWO) by Kim Richardson
Returning to Moonfell wasn’t part of my plan, and it completely altered my life. New house. New friends. And reuniting with my eccentric aunt brought some joy back into my soul. I even managed to crack a smile every now and then. Just when I thought things couldn’t get any more complicated, I find myself caught between my duty as an investigator and my growing feelings for the enigmatic Dash—the not-werecat. He saved us from the threat known as The Forsaken. And now I have to turn him in to the county sheriff. Or do I? A string of lifeless bodies haunt the streets of Moonfell, each one more gruesome than the last. Werewolf gone mad? Possibly. But as the bodies pile up, doubt creeps in. Something about this feels off, and I can’t help but wonder if something more sinister is at play. While I try to unravel the mysteries surrounding Moonfell’s recent deaths, Dash continues to weave in and out of my life with his own secrets and agendas. As the body count rises, a threat looms over my life, and I can’t help but feel like I am walking through a minefield with no way out. Every step is a reminder that someone or something is out there, waiting to kill me. AmazonKU
MESMERIZED BY DRAGON MOUNTAIN RESCUER (DRAGON HEROES OF ALASKA) by Lisa Oliver
I didn’t choose my career, and two decades in the media has been far too much. Fleeing LA, I thought things would calm down. When my plane crashed, I did not expect to be plunged into fiction. But that’s what happened when I came face to face with a dragon. When the dragon disappeared, a gorgeous man started berating me. It would have been laughable if I weren’t at death’s door. Then I learned the plane crash wasn’t an accident, And people still want me dead. But who? And how did they know I survived? I don’t have time for those questions. Because the gorgeous man clearly thinks he’s an alpha. Worse yet, he believes that he’s a dragon shifter. How can I make him see reason and help me get out of here? Or am I trapped with someone who has lost his mind in the Alaskan wilds? AmazonKU AB
THE RITUAL (LIFE OF THE CHOSEN BOOK ONE) by Rebecca Royce
Imagine a world gone mad, post-apocalyptic and teetering on the edge of chaos. They call it “The Ritual.” Every four years, they test girls like me, looking for that special second sight, a power that can see the monsters and help fight them. I’m Sloane, and I never asked for this gift. When I realize the truth about the Warriors they want to match me with, I run for it. Can’t blame me, right? But fate has a funny way of working things out, and my escape turns into an unexpected alliance with these mysterious Warriors. As we grow closer, I can’t shake these haunting visions of a sinister demon who insists I’m its target. With everything always exploding around me I must confront my own inner demons while unraveling secrets that could shatter everything. Amidst the chaos and danger, I find something I never expected—a connection that transcends fear and blossoms into something none of us see coming. AmazonKU
ORACLE: CHOSEN CHAMPIONS BOOK FIVE by Macy Blake
Koios, AKA the Oracle, is a man with a mission: hunt down and destroy the manticore who’s been tormenting his pack. There’s only one thing standing in his way…a giant, stubborn bear named Ben Jerrick. AmazonKU
CRACKED CROAKIES (ENCHANTING INQUIRIES BOOK 15) by Sam Cheever
Croakies has cracked? How is that possible? This is going to be a nightmare if it spreads into the city. I’ve got to figure out what’s going on before that happens, or Croakies isn’t going to be the only thing that cracks! Just when I thought I was starting to hit my stride in this magical artifact librarian gig, everything turns topsy turvy. Several dangerous and toxic artifacts escape from the Powers That Be and one of them lands at Croakies. Because, of course it does. The artifact has cracked Croakies right down the middle and there doesn’t seem to be any way to fix it. In a desperate and potentially deadly move, my crew and I are going on a quest for magical objects that the resident out-of-the-box thinkers believe might seal the crack. I have no idea if the items will solve our problem. But I’m desperate enough to give it a try. I only hope we all survive the quest.
A SEDUCTION OF DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES by A J Locke
They say humans are dreams and Fiends are nightmares. For though Fiends have magic, beauty, and power, their immortal lives are restricted. Vampires must sate their blood lust. Wytches will crumble to dust when their magic runs out. Shapeshifting Haunts must keep their vicious beasts caged. Incubi and succubi cannot indulge in carnal pleasure without dire consequences. Novari is a human who bartends for Luccero, an alluring incubus and the star of her fantasies. She can’t have Luc, but she does have Keo, who also wouldn’t mind Luc’s touch. Keo, who loathes being a vampire, is in pursuit of a fabled cure that will turn Fiends human. A cure highly in demand as many Fiends crave freedom from their burdened lives. When an unexpected discovery about the cure’s location puts Novari and Keo in danger, they take refuge in Luccero’s sprawling manor. There, they contemplate how to stay safe … and succumb to each other’s seduction. The pleasure she finds with Luc and Keo makes Novari want to hide away forever, but when the danger zeroes in, they’ll have to figure out how to overcome it before the dream they’ve found together becomes a nightmare. AmazonKU
YOUR COFFIN OR MINE (MONSTER BAE SERIES BOOK ONE) by Jacklyn Hyde
A runaway bride. A grumpy 600-year-old vampire pretending to be human. A disaster waiting to happen. What could possibly be the most infuriating thing to a vampire disgusted by the internet? A twenty-six-year-old social media influencer that just ran out on her cheating ex fiancé and insists on staying in Vlad’s quiet castle. But he needs money to repair his ancestral home, and Aubrey needs a place to lick her wounds after getting her heart broken. He is ready to have humans invading his space. He is not, however, ready for her. She wants to feed him garlic, parades around in tiny shorts, and incenses him at every turn. Can he really play house with a human? Especially one he just can’t seem to fight the urge to stay away from? AmazonKU
THE EMPEROR AND THE ENDLESS PALACE by Justinian Huang
In the year 4 BCE, an ambitious courtier is called upon to seduce the young emperor—but quickly discovers they are both ruled by blood, sex and intrigue. In 1740, a lonely innkeeper agrees to help a mysterious visitor procure a rare medicine, only to unleash an otherworldly terror instead. And in present-day Los Angeles, a college student meets a beautiful stranger and cannot shake the feeling they’ve met before. Across these seemingly unrelated timelines woven together only by the twists and turns of fate, two men are reborn, lifetime after lifetime. Within the treacherous walls of an ancient palace and the boundless forests of the Asian wilderness to the heart-pounding cement floors of underground rave scenes, our lovers are inexplicably drawn to each other, constantly tested by the worlds around them. As their many lives intertwine, they begin to realize the power of their undying love—a power that transcends time itself…but one that might consume them both.
UNWILLING WOLF: STANDALONE WILD WEST WEREWOLF ARRANGED ROMANCE by T S Joyce
Eliza Flemm is back in Rockdale to chase an old life she has been dreaming about since her mother took her away from this place years ago. She is grown now, and raised softly in Society, but her adventurous spirit has always longed for the chaos of the Wild West again. She wants to reconnect with her father, of course, but she also has harbored a secret affection for Garret Shaw—the son of a rancher, and someone who was good down to his very bones back when she knew him as a child. Whatever she remembers of ranch life from her childhood memories, well, nothing is the same anymore. Garret Shaw’s eyes don’t look human, and the snarl in his chest says something terrible has happened to the friend she remembers. He is nothing like the kind boy she used to know, and now he is leading a Pack of people she doesn’t understand. The more she is immersed into this feral shifter world, the more she questions if she should’ve ever come back here at all. But with time comes …(MUCH more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU AB
BLOOD OF THE DAUGHTER: WOLVES OF THE WESTERN WORLD BOOK ONE by April Berry
Fate is not biased. It does not discriminate. Helena is the princess and only heir to the throne of the Wolves of the Western World. Her heart yearns for love, not power, and hopes to find her true mate someday. While wolves may leave the cloaked palace to walk amongst humans, they are forbidden from revealing themselves or mating with them, and either action could be punishable by death. Christoph feels adrift with no real direction for his life after school. Wanting to help, his parents send him hundreds of miles away to spread his wings with a job landed by his dad. Little did he know his whole life would be turned upside down after a chance encounter with a mysterious woman. After the two meet, Helena questions everything she thought and knows she can’t deny what she feels for Christoph. When old secrets are revealed, she has to decide whether she is willing to give up life as she knows it, or the one thing she always longed for–her true mate. And for once in his life, Christoph is certain of one thing…he can’t live without her. Was it their fate to live together, or die together? AmazonKU
THE WISHING JAR by Linda S Rice
Write a wish. Put it in the jar. Say the wish out loud. Hide the jar in a secret place. Your wish will come true at midnight. 27-year-old attorney Julia Lynton, fed up with uncouth and immature men, wants to meet a proper gentleman like the ones in her grandmother’s Regency romance novels. After discovering a mysterious jar in a secret compartment of an antique desk, she travels to Linwood Park in Surrey, England, to discover the jar’s origin. Shortly after arriving, she begins to have dreams of things that happened over 200 years in the past. Using the wishing jar, she travels back to 1815 Regency England, where she meets Matthew, the perfect gentleman of her dreams. Viscount Matthew Linwood, trapped in an arranged betrothal to cold and haughty Miss Caroline Lambert by his Grandmother Linwood and Uncle Devon, meets Julia, and the two are instantly smitten with each other. But little does Matthew know that Devon is also enamored with Julia and is plotting with his grandmother to compromise her and force her into marriage. Will Julia be able to stay in the past and find her happily ever after with Matthew, or will her remaining result only in heartbreak and disaster for them both?
THE FEAST MAKERS (THE SCAPEGRACERS BOOK THREE) by H A Clarke
VS Note: LGBTQ+ Fantasy
After restoring their powers, Sideways just wants to get on with senior year. But the covens have convened for the trial of Madeline Kline. When this stubborn, independent witch begs the Scapegracers to save her from a cruel and unusual punishment, Sideways knows they have to get involved. It’s the right thing to do, even if Madeline did steal their soul and wear it for a time. Right? Making an example out of Madeline seems, strangely, just as important to the most powerful covens as divvying up the Scapegracers amongst themselves. Sideways, Jing, Daisy, and Yates are reluctant to abandon what they’ve built together, but as the college acceptances (and rejections) roll in, the offer of a magical family beyond Sycamore Gorge becomes increasingly tempting. Unfortunately, choosing a new coven will have to wait: witchfinders are gathering in town, and some of these visitors make the Chantrys seem tame in comparison. Every witch—Scapegracer or not—is about to be in grave danger. And on top of all that, Sideways thinks they just might be in love.
THE TRIALS OF OPHELIA (THE CURSE OF OPHELIA BOOK THREE) by Nicole Platania
The Angels are calling, and so her hunt begins. After the devastation on Daminius, Ophelia threw herself into restoration to cope with her losses. Two months later, answers to an ancient curse still evade her, a queen threatens her life, and war rages in the southern mountains. Despite her scars and the loved ones lost, Ophelia knows she must move forward for her people. When a note arrives with the clue they’ve been hoping for, Ophelia and her friends embark on a journey that will test their bonds and their faith in the Angels. Ophelia must unravel legends while navigating a budding romance and trying to hold the Mystiques together–even if it means sacrificing herself. AmazonKU
BLOODLUST BLUES (CHARLEY UNDERWOOD BOOK ONE) by Luanne Bennett
Welcome to Crimson, Georgia. I’m Charley—reluctant witch, and owner of the best bar in town. Everyone’s welcome at the Stag—vampire, wolf or human. As long as they don’t make trouble. Or ask too many questions about what we’re selling out of the back room. I keep the beers coming, and in return the town keeps my secret. But when a gang of deadly vampires shows up at the bar, it’s clear they’re not looking for a drink. They want to take my business. Or my blood. But this is more than just a shake down. All over town, people are dropping like flies. Disappearing or attacking their neighbors. It’s like they’re possessed. And someone—or something—is pulling the strings. As if I didn’t have enough trouble, a fancy new restaurant just opened right across the street. And a sexy vampire from out of town seems to think I need protection. I have plenty of dangerous friends already… so why can’t I stop thinking about him? The whole town is going to hell. Perhaps literally. And it looks like it’s up to me to stop it. AmazonKU AB
SILVER WINGS GOLDEN GAMES (THE GODKISSED BRIDE BOOK TWO) by Evie Marceau
Bride. Idol. Betrayer. Promised to a villainous future king, Sabine once dreamed of forsaking everything for the huntsman who captured her heart. But Wolf’s devastating betrayal locks her in another prison: the sinful court of her betrothed. There, she forges an unexpected alliance with her future husband. He’s ambitious. Handsome. Surprisingly complex. Together, they might save the kingdom of Astagnon from a waking evil—but in harnessing her power, she risks becoming what she most despises. Huntsman. Fighter. Sinner. Wolf believed betraying Sabine was the only way to ensure her safety. Now, tormented by the sight of another man’s ring on her finger, his role as her bodyguard keeps him achingly close to the woman he can’t have. To hide Sabine’s dangerous secret even from herself—and to stop a coming war—he ventures to the enemy’s borders. What awaits him is an explosive discovery that thrusts him into a dark past he thought was long buried. In a dance of danger and desire, it’s more than their lives in peril—it’s their hearts at war. AmazonKU
DETTE FORGIVENESS (EMPTY NESTS BOOK SIX) by Lilo Quie
VS Note: From the blurb for book one, the author defines ‘dette’ as an omega dragon.
Weston has known that he wanted a Dette for a mate for a while. Not just any Dette would do, so when Rolf comes into the picture, he knows he’s met the one. The only problem? Dettes require an enormous fortune and an impressive nest in order to be courted. Weston has worked for a long time to gather the funds and build the perfect nest, but time is running short as Rolf’s clan is demanding he choose a mate. Rolf has turned his nose up at every slimy Drake they’ve sent to sniff about. If he wasn’t good enough for them when Dettes were property to be bought and sold, then they’re not worth his time, now. As time goes on, Rolf’s father becomes more insistent he find a mate and happiness. Backed by his father’s clan, he doesn’t know how long he’ll still be allowed to say no. When a beautiful coyote with an enchanting scent watches him with golden eyes, Rolf’s dragon knows the only Drake he’ll ever accept is small, warm, and fuzzy. AmazonKU
WILDS OF WISTERIA (WISTERIA WITCHES MYSTERIES BOOK 16) by Angela Pepper
Zara Riddle signs up for a patch of land in the Wisteria Community Gardens. She’s hoping for a bumper crop of pumpkins, but grows a dancing skeleton instead. That’s not going to work in a pie. Soon she finds out that the only place more magical than Wisteria is the subterranean city below, the network of tunnels known as The Wilds. AmazonKU
TWISTED ROYALS by Various
Someday, their prince will come…But falling for royalty isn’t all lavish balls and luxurious gowns. These heroes rule with an iron fist and deviously creative punishments. In the end, their queens will kneel for them, and only them…And their fairytale will have a happy ending fit for a king. AmazonKU
DEAD WEIGHT (WHITEWITCH ISLAND PARANORMAL COZIES) by Patti Larsen
A fishy crime, a magical death and a puppy with a nose for murder! Enjoy this origin story for the Whitewitch Island Paranormal Cozies and find out how Georgia and Benjamin became a family! AmazonKU
THE LIGHTCREST BARGAIN: A PARANORMAL FF WOLF SHIFTER ROMANCE (LIGHTCREST PACK BOOK THREE) by Luna Lawson
Riley Archer is struggling to make ends meet, but she’s too independent to ask for help. When an opportunity arises to work as a personal assistant for a reclusive alpha with ties to the elite members of the Lightcrest Pack, Riley jumps at the chance. Layla Marshall hasn’t been seen in public for years and actively avoids anything related to Pack life. Riley is determined to make this job work despite Layla’s prickly personality. But as she gets to know her boss, Riley discovers that Layla’s reclusiveness is not entirely by choice. When Layla expresses her desire to take a more active role in her businesses, she faces resistance from her financial managers and others who don’t want her asking questions about what’s being done with her family’s money. Can Riley help Layla gain back her confidence and reclaim control over her life? Or will she be pushed aside and disinherited before she has the chance to regain what was taken from her? AmazonKU
EMBRACING HIS MATE (CRESCENT CANYON SHIFTERS BOOK THREE) by Rayna Tyler
When Mason inherits a ranch from his wolf-shifter grandfather and becomes the local deputy in a small Wyoming town, his biggest concerns are property repair and dealing with the occasional criminal. The last thing he expects to find while mending fences is a gorgeous female he’s convinced could be his mate. Besides helping her family run a vacation ranch, Lexi spends most of her time taking care of animals in need of a good home. She has no idea that transporting a goat will lead to an escape and literally have her falling at the feet of her handsome new neighbor. Lexi has never been good at serious relationships and refuses to believe that she and Mason can be anything more than friends. Mason’s plans to romance Lexi and convince her they belong together are impeded when a group of thieves vandalize and steal from secluded properties. Will Mason and Lexi overcome the challenges fate has thrown their way, or will the elusive thieves shatter not only their newly discovered bond but also threaten the people they care about? AmazonKU
UNDER THE HUNTER’S MOON (SHIFTERS IN HEAT BOOK ONE) by Milly Taiden
When the full moon hits so does the heat, and these shifters know just where to go to indulge their desires. Fiona loves her job as an investigative journalist and the freedom it gives her. When she overhears a conversation about an indulgent shifter party, she knows where her next big story is coming from. Clashing with big, hunky Callum was very unexpected and she wonders if it might have been better not to crash the event. Callum Powers is the wealthy and admired Alpha of the Silver Claw Pack, who hosts the monthly Full Moon Masquerade. While others enjoy the debauchery, he doesn’t take part. That is, until a beautiful stranger wanders onto his property and turns his entire world upside-down. Fiona is everything he wants in a woman. She’s strong, determined, has curves for days and he can’t keep his hands off her. After a one-night tryst with Fiona, all of Callum’s dreams are within his grasp. Unfortunately, his dreams are not the same as hers. How can he convince Fiona that a life with him is better, especially when his appearance in her life brought danger into her world? AmazonKU
UNCHAINED SHADOWS (SILVERCREST ACADEMY BOOK FOUR) by KC Kean
My journey at Silvercrest Academy has become a perilous cycle I can’t seem to break. And if the visions are true, then I am the key to bringing this madness to an end. The threats have never been more prevalent, danger lurking around every corner as I seek strength from surprising allies and promised oaths. It’s time I break these chains and embrace who I am, what I stand for, and what I am capable of. I’m not here to protect the academy, the Elevin Realm, or the Monarchy. I live, breathe, and fight for my Bishops. If that makes me selfish, then so be it. Because I’m no hero. I’m just me. Just Raven. Once a Void, now forever theirs. AmazonKU
RAGE: DATING A DEMIGOD NOVELLA SERIES by Jayda Marx
Sloan is the son of Ares, who is the god of battle and war. Sloan was raised and trained in Ares’s realm, but was exiled when he came of age. His demigod status did not allow him to live amongst the gods – he has to earn his way back. He has dedicated his life to fighting to win his father’s favor, but is yet to earn it. When he finds his missing piece – his mate Lyric – Sloan hopes it is a sign that he is worthy of the life he has always dreamed of. When Lyric went on a first date to a boxing match with a man he met online, he was hoping for a love connection. What he found was a judgemental tool. But all was not lost; Lyric ends up being swept away…by the boxer in the ring. It is the first in a string of incredible events which will change his life forever. AmazonKU
OF BLADES AND WINGS (FLAME CURSED FAE BOOK ONE) by Eliza Raine
If I am to survive Valkyrie training, I must earn my wings. If I am to survive Kain, I must make a choice that could burn our world to ash. I’m broken. My fae magic doesn’t work and nobody knows I exist. My sister, on the other hand, is bound for glory. She has been selected to train to be a Valkyrie at the mythical Featherblade Hall. I am destined to die alone, in my tower. Only, when the Valkyrie come to collect my sister, they take me instead. I’m not the only one who thinks they’ve made a terrible mistake. Every other fae here is waiting for me to die. Except one. Kain, the disgraced fire-fae combat trainer. The gods took his wings away, he can’t leave Featherblade, and he makes no secret of his blazing desire for revenge. And somehow, he knows I’m the only one who can help him. He doesn’t know my secret, thank the fates, but his burning gaze never leaves me. I know I should avoid him. I can’t think straight when he’s near me, and he’s as lethal as Featherblade is. But, the only thing harder than earning my wings and becoming a Valkyrie? Conquering my searing obsession with the unhinged fire-fae, before it gets everyone killed. AmazonKU
BARRON (A CROSS TO BEAR BOOK FIVE) by Kathi S Barton
Barron Cross thought he’d found his mate in Caitlynn. She had come into his life when he was at a low point, and they seemed to click. But lately, he just wasn’t sure. Something about her was—off. Little things started to show up in her mannerisms and personality that were bringing out a true monster. She had to go. Willow was raised by an Indian tribe in the mountains Barron called home. When Willow rescued Barron from a bear trap that would have maimed him for his entire immortal life, he realized this beautiful woman was his mate, and he couldn’t be happier. Caitlynn just thought Barron was having a bad day. He couldn’t possibly mean all the nasty things he said to her. They were to be married, after all.
MY DARK BEAST: A HADES AND PERSEPHONE RETELLING (WICKED RETELLINGS BOOK ONE) by Olivia Wildenstein
Tarian Hadez—thirty-three, real estate mogul, mob lord, most eligible bachelor in New England, god. The god-part is an exaggeration. After all, if true deities existed, then the world would be a magical place, and it’s really not. At least, my world isn’t. Calanthe Bloom. That’s me. Twenty-four, college graduate drowning in debt, true crime addict, florist by default, single by design. Although not living my best life, I’m enthusiastically pursuing it. Especially, in my dreams, which, since a recent flower-delivery snafu, all feature none other than lethally private Tarian. Oh, the things he does to me when I sleep. Wickedly surreal. Except . . . are they? AmazonKU
PASSION AND SACRIFICE (VAMPIRES OF BLOOD AND BONES VOL 17) by B A Stretke
Dante Heller is an elite vampire soldier brought in from the field to help strengthen the DuCane Coven against the dangers that Master DuCane knows are coming. Bad omens travel on the wind, and everyone can feel them. Dante is one of the best and is ready to do anything that his Master asks of him until a man is brought in and roughed up to the coven detention cells. Something isn’t right about this. Dante can feel something awakening, being called to deep inside himself. The man, Skye Winters is supposed to be a terror, a great villain from Ezra’s (The Master’s Beloved) past, recently arrived in Coven territory. A member of the notorious Kindred, recently of Pittsburgh. The group was so vile and corrupt Master DuCane had to put them down with his bare hands. It seems now that some escaped and are here to harm the Master’s beloved. Looking at Skye, Dante can’t see the villain, only a scared human, and more than that, his fate chosen beloved. Dante must fight to clear Skye’s name and save him from the real danger that is coming for them all. Dante is a man of passion ready to sacrifice anything for his beloved. Can Dante make Skye trust him long enough to win his heart and keep him safe? Can Erza ever get over his fear of the past and see the truth? Amazon
FAKE DATING THE DRAGON (MOTHAM CITY MONSTERS BOOK FOUR) by Lilith Stone
Shy virgin, Minerva Westwind always thought she’d grow old running the Westerly bookshop, on the outskirts of Motham City. But now the human authorities want to sell the building and she can’t afford to buy it. Enter Dragon entrepreneur, Ethan Blade. His proposal to build an airport on human-owned land has stalled because of his monster heritage. Seems like he needs a personal relationship with a high-breed human before his bid will be considered. And he’s prepared to pay Minerva a hefty sum to play at being his human love interest. Minerva and Ethan soon find out there’s more to their fake-dating arrangement than money changing hands. Ethan can’t believe how good having Minerva in his home feels. She even manages to calm down his Mom’s anxiety and his younger brother’s unruly behavior. As for Minerva, Ethan seems to have a knack of making her feel…very steamed up. In the best possible way. When Minerva and Ethan are required to prove to the human authorities that their relationship is the real deal, their chemistry is set to sizzle off the charts. AmazonKU
A LICK OF FLAME (THE LOST KINGS BOOK TWO) by Charlene Hartnady
Find the lost kings. Break the curse. Save the realm. Which is all well and good, but not for someone like me. I’m timid and small. I’ve always been good at growing things, looking after animals and children, that kind of thing. Fighting is not for me. I run, and I hide. Bottom line, I know my limits. I lost everything when the plague hit, and Snow took over as our evil queen. Thankfully I found a home at the village orphanage, where I have remained for ten years. First as an orphan and later as a teacher. I’m content with my life. I enjoy looking after the children and tending to the gardens. Things are simple, which suits me just fine. Until one day, while fleeing from the dreaded fae, I find a large egg in the Forgotten Caves. One thing is for certain, it’s no ordinary egg. It’s large and covered in scales. I instantly know it’s a dragon’s egg. There’s no doubt in my mind because the caves where I found the egg used to house the magnificent beasts. I can’t help but touch its warm, scaly surface. Imagine my surprise when a crack forms in the dragon’s egg, and from the crack, there is a lick of flame. What happens next will change my whole life. AmazonKU
FATED TO THE WOLF PRINCE (THE HUNTED OMEGAS BOOK ONE) by April L Moon
Great Pack Gathering. Three little words, one mandate that ruined my life. I’m a doctor and a researcher. My pack is small, in a quiet part of central Texas. It’s a simple existence, and I like it that way. It’s just me and my two besties, living our best single lives. That is, until the mandate comes. Every unmated wolf in the entire world, called to one place. I’m a psi, the weakest designation there is. I can barely shift, and there’s no chance of me getting matched—only humiliated. It can’t get worse, until it does. I’ve barely made it off the bus when I lock eyes with the hottest wolf I’ve ever seen, and he reeks of power. There’s no way he’ll be interested in me, a psi wolf who can barely hold her shift. Until my wolf starts acting crazy, my magic goes on the fritz, and I’m suddenly wielding way more power than a lowly psi. Goddess only knows what’s going on, but there isn’t much time for me to figure it out. Oh, and there’s one more little thing. Mr. Hottie McPowerful? He’s the prince of the shifter world, and my fated mate, whether he wants to be, or not. AmazonKU
DEAD FOR TEACHER (COLD CASE PSYCHIC BOOK 26) by Pandora Pine
In 1968, three school children were allegedly poisoned to death by their teacher, Marie Fairbanks. A week later, Ms. Fairbanks was murdered, and the cops marked it off as a justifiable homicide. Case closed. No further investigation needed. Now, Detective Ronan O’Mara’s daughter has encountered the spirits of those dead children and Everly’s determined to help them rest in peace. Even if it means getting involved in a fifty-year-old cold case. Psychic Tennyson Grimm can’t see or sense the child spirits like Everly can, which puts him in an awkward position. This case and its gruesome details aren’t something he wants his daughter involved in, but he’s not so sure Ronan and Everly would agree. But the mystery of the poisoned children still lingers, and Marie’s killer is out there, ready to strike again to keep their identity hidden. Ten and Ronan need to solve this case while keeping Everly safe, otherwise they could very well end up dead for teacher. AmazonKU
HUNGER: A SECOND CHANCE ANGEL ROMANCE by Stasia Black
He’s the gorgeous fallen angel best friend you pushed away ten years ago…You haven’t seen him for ten years—the fallen angel of your dreams and your once best friend—until your vampire grandfather traps him into an arranged marriage with you. Now it’s your wedding day, and the officiant says: “You may now kiss the bride.” You finally dare look up into the eyes of your… husband. He’s the most stunningly gorgeous man you’ve ever seen. His gray eyes are dark with intensity as he glares down at you. Does that mean he still hates you? Don’t tremble. Don’t show him he affects you at all. But then he swoops down and crushes his lips to yours, and your whole body trembles as you come alive for the first time in a decade. Your fingers dig into his shoulders, his hands clench your waist, and you think—oh god, is this what it would have been like to kiss him all those years ago? Finally, the first kiss you’d never had. AmazonKU
TEMP DEFENSE (WRITTEN BY FATE BOOK ONE) by Viola Grace
Haley is a temp on a short-term contract. It turns into an experiment and a fight for the survival of her world. Haley is in her second week of a file-sort contract. She’s cleared to work with military records and has been slogging through years of research on artifacts that are only referred to vaguely. She is looking through a file and finds a piece of jewellery in the file with a lot of notes. She grabs the file and the bracelet and slips down the servants’ stairs to hand them off to the researchers in the basement, and that is where things go wrong. The world is in danger. A rift of temporally stuck, highly radioactive marauders manage to saw through the space between worlds every six centuries. They are due any day now, and the military and family responsible for the defense are struggling to find the means to unlock the weapons they need. The original defenders never leave any clues, just the vague weapons. Haley’s attempt to sneak the file into the lab is thwarted when a test subject is turned to ash. She’s caught, and she’s next.
A LORD OF SNOW AND GREED (THE WINTER COURT SERIES BOOK TWO) by Ashley Leo
With the King of Winter’s vile threats hanging over me, I have two choices: Marry Prince Vale—or run and, most likely, die. Then again, perhaps I’ll die anyway when the King of Winter learns I killed a vampire prince . . .I might even want to die if I’ve started a war between the fae and the vampires, but I can’t just turn away from the trouble I’ve created. Nor take away the honorable prince’s dream to find his fated mate. So I accept Vale’s protection under one condition. We form a marriage of convenience. Once the turmoil I’ve created calms, the prince assures me that we’ll find a way for me to flee without recourse. I’ll finally get to be free. But there are a few things that I didn’t count on . . .Like how Vale grows on me, and how the desire between us blossoms. Or how the rising rebellion that makes things more difficult. Most of all, I didn’t count on discovering so many buried secrets. One in particular that strikes me straight in the heart: that the frigid halls of Frostveil Castle is where I’ve been meant to be all along.
SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL: AN MM MONSTER ROMANCE by Kit Barrie
Seven months ago, Caleb’s life was turned upside down. A terrible car accident took away his hand, his career, and the confidence he once had. Feeling like a monster himself is as good a reason as any to join a monster dating app. Surely a monster wouldn’t be particular about looks, would they? Teracht is a small spider. Well, small in the monster world, anyway. The human world offers the opportunity to, hopefully, not be eaten, and his webbing is useful in all sorts of medical and military technology. But what is a little spider creature with a big domination kink and a fear of leaving the house supposed to do to meet someone? Can a damaged human and a shy monster overcome their insecurities to bring them closer together? Can confidence be gained through control, even in the midst of life’s tangled webs? AmazonKU
VAMPIRES DON’T SUCK (SINGSONG CITY BOOK ONE) by Juliann Wicker
In the heart of Singsong City, a retired assassin seeks refuge among the shelves of her beloved library. But when a familiar face from her past resurfaces, she is drawn back into a world of danger and deceit. With the help of an unlikely ally, she must unravel the mysteries of her own past before they consume her future. Will she find peace in the quiet of the stacks, or will the shadows of her past drag her back into the fray? Vampires Don’t Suck is the first book in the Singsong City series. It is a standalone paranormal romantic comedy featuring elves, werewolves, witches, vampires, and angel assassins. It is packed with puns, battles, and a sweet, slow burn romance between an oblivious librarian assassin and the brilliant deadly vampire who rules the undercity with an iron grip. Also sushi. AmazonKU
HIS LOST LYCAN LUNA: LYCAN LUNA SERIES BOOK ONE by Jessica Hall
VS Note: A re-release of a series that has been on pay-per-chapter reading apps.
After the death of her parents at the hands of her Alpha, Ivy was taken in by a pack that didn’t want her. Her fate would remain undecided until her eighteenth birthday when she and her best friend Abbie would likely be sentenced to death. Their crime: being rogue. As Ivy waited for her sentence to be handed down, fate intervened. Little did she know that death would’ve been the easy way out. King Kyson, the last remaining Royal, was visiting the sleepy pack town on that fateful day. After taking an interest in the girl, he orders her Alpha to hand her over. It doesn’t take long until his obsession with her takes over and turns into something else when he makes her his consort. His feelings may be more than either of them bargained for when secrets are revealed—ones that could tear them apart. Love or vengeance? Sometimes the lines that are drawn become a little blurred, and the temptation is too much. Will the King forget the pain of his past, and can Ivy forgive the pain he caused her? Amazon
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