The Cursebound Thief: A Free Contemporary YA Urban Fantasy Heist


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The world wants a hero. The curse needs a thief. The party of the decade stands between Jerek Holden and saving the people he would do anything to protect. After twelve years, he’s finally found a way to break the curse that ripped all magic from the world and destroyed the peace that took generations to build. All he needs is one, simple artifact. But he can’t steal the heliostone alone. A girl with a soul of fire. A vampire bound by a vow. A werewolf bent on revenge. A knight torn between honor and duty. A hacker to keep them all alive. The fate of magic lies in their hands―if they can survive long enough to pull off the heist of the century. *** The Cursebound Thief is book one in Fracture Pact, a young adult, magical heist series that weaves magicians, mermaids, vampires and werewolves into a world of broken magic and tenuous alliances. Whether you’re in the mood for love triangles, a friends to lovers twist, or just crave young adult fiction books that feature girls in STEM, The Cursebound Thief is an urban fantasy YA fans will love. With runaways, orphans, strong female leads, an inclusive lgbtq+ cast, and supernatural elements abound, this is a series you won't want to miss! *** The Cursebound Thief is perfect for fans of Sophie Davis, Angelina J. Steffort, Jesikah Sundin, R. L. Medina, Tracy Korn, Bekah Harris, Valia Lind, and Martina McAtee.




The Girl Without Magic: A Free Contemporary YA Dystopian Fantasy Adventure


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Enjoy book one in a Paranormal Fantasy Dystopia series from Young Adult author Megan O'Russell. Maggie Trent is dead. At least that’s what she thinks when she falls out of our world and into the Siren’s Realm. When a man who’s survived centuries shows Maggie the true wonders of the Siren’s Realm, miraculous magic she’d never dreamt of seems within reach. But all magic comes with a price, and mysteries lurk beneath the promise of adventure. With secrets hiding behind every beauty, Maggie can’t tell where the lies begin. Can the man who’s shown her wonders be trusted with her life? Will she be brave enough to protect the one who longs to claim her heart? Is there a way to break free from the Siren’s Realm? There’s only one thing Maggie can be certain of―the paradise she found is more dangerous than the world that took her life. Magic demands sacrifice. Hope is a fatal vice. Welcome to the Siren’s Realm. The Girl Without Magic is an action-packed fantasy adventure. If you long to visit new worlds, crave magic, and are ready for romance, then you’ll love joining Megan O’Russell’s 550,000+ satisfied readers. Download The Girl Without Magic, and leap into adventure. Praise for The Girl Without Magic “With magic, action, discovering new worlds and tons of adventure, this is an exciting tale which promises to become the first step in a great series.” ~ Amazon Review “I was enchanted by The Girl Without Magic from the first page and absolutely loved this thrilling adventure.” ~ Amazon Review “There are witches and wizards, spells, other realms, romance, and war, just about a little bit of everything that makes this an exciting, unique read that you’re sure to enjoy!” ~ Amazon Review “The adventures and misadventures that ensue had me breathlessly clinging to my Kindle to find out if Maggie and her accidental companions would win the day.” ~ Amazon Review *** Calling all witches and wizards! This young adult fantasy adventure features the women in fiction and feminism in fantasy that fans of paranormal romance author Megan O’Russell love. With a strong female lead, this YA contemporary fantasy series lets readers run away into an alternate world of witchcraft and wizardry where the magic of a perfect utopia hides oppression and class differences. The Girl Without Magic is also available in paperback. *** The Girl Without Magic is perfect for fans of Kami Garcia, Rick Riordan, Missy Sheldrake, Anthea Sharp, J. C. Gilbert, Meg Collette, and TR Cameron.




Bride of the Shadow King


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The viral TikTok fantasy romance, now in a special print edition with exclusive bonus material! An outcast princess makes a political marriage with a reluctant king to save both their kingdoms in this first book in the viral Bride of the Shadow King series. Though she is the oldest daughter, Princess Faraine lives in the background, shunned from court and kept out of sight. She's told her gods-gift makes her a liability to the crown, and has learned to give place to her beautiful, favored younger sister in all things. When the handsome and enigmatic Shadow King comes seeking a bride, Faraine is not surprised that her sister is his choice. King Vor is not eager to take a human bride, but he is willing to do what is necessary for the sake of his people. When he meets the lively Princess Ilsevel, he quickly agrees to a marriage arrangement. So why can’t he get the haunting eyes of her older sister out of his head?




The Daughter of Earth


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A woman desperate for a fresh start.A guard searching for meaning to life beyond war.A protector looking to seize a promised fate.A call to destiny that will not be denied.Melissa thought when she'd decided to clean up her life that her luck would change. With her dream opportunity slipping through her fingertips once again; she prays for one final chance to prove herself before she settles for a life in someone else's cage.The answering call of otherworldly beings transport her to a fantastical place with mythological creatures that shouldn't exist, where she dances between a dream and a nightmare she can't awaken from. With the eyes of the world leaders following her every move, she's left to quickly decide who's a friend and who might not be all that they seem. One wrong decision could cost her everything.As if learning to navigate a new planet isn't enough, Melissa finds herself caught up in the attentions of a handsome elf who can't seem to stay away. As she allows herself to be whisked away into a whirlwind courtship, she can't ignore the other pair of eyes watching her from the dark.With her unique group of dryads offering her protection and training, Melissa is beginning to feel like she can finally set down some roots of her own. Yet, she knows that she shouldn't belong here. Can she survive the fear, suspicion, and monsters long enough to find a way home? Even if the price of returning means she has to sacrifice her heart?The Dryad Chronicles is a Why Choose steamy Fantasy Romance meaning that the heroine will end up with more than one love interest. This is book one in a series of five books.




Between Jobs


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When you get up in the morning, the last thing you expect to see is a murdered guy hanging outside your window. Things like that tend to draw the attention of the local police, and when you’re squatting in your parents’ old house until you can afford to buy it, another thing you can’t afford is the attention of the cops. Oh yeah. Hi. My name is Pet. It’s not my real name, but it’s the only one you’re getting. Things like names are important these days. And it’s not so much that I’m Pet. I am a pet. A human pet: I belong to the two Behindkind fae and the pouty vampire who just moved into my house. It’s not weird, I promise—well, it is weird, yeah. But it’s not weird weird, you know?




Enchanting Fate


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Love and sacrifice often go hand in hand.Marguerite has learned this the hard way. Despite her dream of becoming an artist, she quickly realizes that fate has more sinister plans for her...After her father's merchant ships are destroyed at sea, Marguerite and her family are forced out of their home to live in a humble cottage by the woods. But there are dangers in the forest, magic forgotten by the ages, and Marguerite is powerless to stop it from luring her in. A cursed life is no life worth living.Count Henri d'Alarie discovered this when an Enchanter cursed him for his selfishness. Now, he must wait for the person who will break the spell and set him free. He believes Marguerite is that person, and she is sure Henri is her way out of this nightmare too.They have four months to put this theory to the test.Are they right, or will their hearts have other plans?




Daughter of Shades


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The Siren's Realm


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The war has begun. The Dragons are gaining power, and the Gray Clan stands alone. Desperate to find a way to stop the Pendragon, Emilia is forced to seek answers from someone who hasn't been seen in seventeen years… Her mother. Embarking on a magical journey filled with witches, wizards, centaurs and a dangerous and powerful Siren, Jacob and Emilia must take a leap of faith to a land neither could have ever imagined … and hope they can find their way home.




Six Crimson Cranes


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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A princess in exile, a shapeshifting dragon, six enchanted cranes, and an unspeakable curse... Drawing from fairy tales and East Asian folklore, this original fantasy from the author of Spin the Dawn is perfect for fans of Shadow and Bone. "A dazzling fairytale full of breathtaking storytelling." --Stephanie Garber, New York Times bestselling author of Caraval Shiori'anma, the only princess of Kiata, has a secret. Forbidden magic runs through her veins. Normally she conceals it well, but on the morning of her betrothal ceremony, Shiori loses control. At first, her mistake seems like a stroke of luck, forestalling the wedding she never wanted. But it also catches the attention of Raikama, her stepmother. A sorceress in her own right, Raikama banishes the young princess, turning her brothers into cranes. She warns Shiori that she must speak of it to no one: for with every word that escapes her lips, one of her brothers will die. Penniless, voiceless, and alone, Shiori searches for her brothers, and uncovers a dark conspiracy to seize the throne. Only Shiori can set the kingdom to rights, but to do so she must place her trust in a paper bird, a mercurial dragon, and the very boy she fought so hard not to marry. And she must embrace the magic she's been taught all her life to forswear--no matter what the cost. Weaving together elements of The Wild Swans, Cinderella, the legend of Chang E, and the Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, Elizabeth Lim has crafted a fantasy like no other, and one that will stay with readers long after they've turned the last page. "A stunning remake of a fairytale. Six Crimson Cranes is the perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings." —Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights "Fast-paced excitement is balanced with a satisfyingly intricate plot that weaves in elements from Western fairy tales and East Asian folklore." —SLJ, starred review “A richly imagined landscape . . . vibrant, fast-paced.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review




Planet Earth Is Blue


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"Tender and illuminating. A beautiful debut." --Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Reach Me A heartrending and hopeful story about a nonverbal girl and her passion for space exploration, for fans of See You in the Cosmos, Mockingbird, and The Thing About Jellyfish. Twelve-year-old Nova is eagerly awaiting the launch of the space shuttle Challenger--it's the first time a teacher is going into space, and kids across America will watch the event on live TV in their classrooms. Nova and her big sister, Bridget, share a love of astronomy and the space program. They planned to watch the launch together. But Bridget has disappeared, and Nova is in a new foster home. While foster families and teachers dismiss Nova as severely autistic and nonverbal, Bridget understands how intelligent and special Nova is, and all that she can't express. As the liftoff draws closer, Nova's new foster family and teachers begin to see her potential, and for the first time, she is making friends without Bridget. But every day, she's counting down to the launch, and to the moment when she'll see Bridget again. Because as Bridget said, "No matter what, I'll be there. I promise."