Best of
Dragons

2022

Blitz


M. Sinclair - 2022
    except the one thing they want: me.My life hasn’t been typical. All I remember is waking up in an alley when I was ten, scrounging for scraps to survive until I was taken to the Bronzeheart estate.That’s where my life began, where I’ve lived for the past eight years with the ruling family, the Blitz Clan. It’s where I found my best friend Gage, the future leader of this clan.At the time, I didn’t question my good fortune because I was happy to know I wasn’t alone in this world anymore. But maybe I should have.After landing a shocking invite to the prestigious Dark Imaginarium Academy, I realized how much of a safe haven the estate was.The students at this school are out for my blood because somehow I have the attention of not just one, but all three Storm Dragon Clan heirs: Gage Bronzeheart, Breaker Firespell, and Jagger Silvershade.None of them should have an interest in me, seeing as I’m the only shifter at this academy who hasn’t, you know…shifted. They should want someone powerful at their side. But it doesn’t stop me from wanting them as well.That is until I find out they’ve been hiding a life-changing secret from me. And now that I know… Nothing will be the same. Blitz is book 1 in the Storm Dragons’ Mate trilogy that features a slightly naive but sassy MFC, possessive dragon alphas, and a secret that will change everything. This is not a high school academy book and the contents are intended for mature audiences, with characters who are all 18+. This book includes violence and mature sexual content. Author Note: Blitz is set in the shared universe of Dark Imaginarium Academy. All series can be read independently, but characters have crossovers and it is highly encouraged to read all within the universe to understand the world in its entirety. Series within the universe: Phases of the Moon by M. SinclairThe Creatures We Crave by R.L. CaulderThe Storm Dragons’ Mate by M. SinclairBlood Oath by R.L. Caulder

My Fiery Valentine


Donna Grant - 2022
    Now, with things changing at Dreagan once again, it’s time for them to focus on each other—and their future.Valentine’s Day is the ideal time to tell the one you love how much they matter. And V and Claire have the perfect plans. Surprises that will show them each how much they mean to the other. With the help of their family, it will be a night that neither will forget—their first step into their new life, surrounded by nothing but love.

Hunt the Night


Everly Frost - 2022
    My soul was impure at birth. I’m an angel born with an insatiable need for vengeance so intense that they caged me, branded me, and kept me in the dark.I've been promised purity and redemption, freedom from my cage. Failure is not an option. My soul depends on it.I must hunt the Dread—a merciless clan of dragon shifters whose true nature reveals itself in the dead of night. For once my killer instincts might set me free.But one mistake is all it takes.One moment that costs me my freedom once more.Now, my life rests in the hands of Callan Steele, a Dread dragon whose touch sears my corrupted soul.He makes a claim on me that can't be true. He tells me that my wings are not my own. That my strength is stolen. And that the fire in my angelic heart—the flame I've feared my whole life—belongs to him.That I belong to him.Some angels fall, but I won’t crash and burn.Content information: Hunt the Night is dark urban fantasy romance, the first in the Supernatural Legacy series. Recommended reading age is 17+ for sex scenes, mature themes, violence, and language.

Trojan Nightmare


Blaise Corvin - 2022
    Post-Apocalypse America is unrecognizable from the past. Jake survives by working as the leader of a scavenging adventuring team. A former mage, now he follows the strange path of cultivation, taught to him by a mysterious traveler. As far as he knows, he is one of the only people on Earth with this power. Events will unfold that change Jake's life forever. Jake might even lose his very humanity while trying to do the right thing. But in return, perhaps he will grasp a second chance to save himself and others, to correct the past. He is about to be caught up in something much greater than himself. Will he be consumed by the machinations of greater powers? Only one thing is for certain. No matter how terrible the odds, Jake doesn't give up. Experience the start of the next hit LitRPG series from bestseller Blaise Corvin. This is a cultivation story with elements of eastern fantasy, but also includes LitRPG and GameLit tropes.

Wing and Fury (WarMage Redux Book 6)


Martha Carr - 2022
    

Fall of Embers: A Rejected Mates Romance (Fall Mountain Shifters Book 6)


G. Bailey - 2022
    His pure, blessed by the gods, fire queen.But my fate was never to be his.My name is Serendipity Fall, and I’m one of the only wolf shifters living with a bunch of immortal dragon shifters in a city I can never leave. I’m the fated mate of the dragon king—Draycian of the house of Mnemosyne—and on the first full moon after my nineteenth birthday, I will be bound to him in a mating ceremony.But I don’t want a mate.I don’t want the dragon king god who rules my hometown from his golden castle. I don’t even know what he looks like. All I know is, anytime I mention his name, everyone blanches in fear.He is a monster.I have a plan to escape from his city and find my real family. To be free.I won’t be his fire queen, because in the darkness of the embers, I found him:The dark wolf I crave.We will be together, even if our love is going to destroy everything.Even if it brings the Wolven gods down upon us all.This is a full-length reverse harem romance novel full of sexy alpha males, steamy scenes, a strong heroine and a lot of sarcasm. Intended for 17+ readers. Book six of eight.

Above the Storm (WarMage Redux Book 5)


Martha Carr - 2022
    

Sins of Dragons


Kimbra Swain - 2022
    Her first days as the Queen of the Fire Realm were filled with doubt from the citizens and danger from their leaders.Centuries of war had torn the realm to pieces, leaving distrust, blood, and ash. Wynonna must first learn about the past before she can set the future right for the realm.Her guide on this journey is Devrynth, the Prince of Dragons, who becomes her biggest supporter and the biggest pain in her…well, you get the idea.Can Wynonna figure out how to gain the friendship and trust of the Fire Ream kingdoms? Or will she have to resort to her own brand of fiery judgment to get them in line?Sins of Dragons is the first book in the Fire Realm Chronicles featuring Wynonna Riggs, the main character of Stories of Frost and Fire. While reading Wynonna’s past books is helpful, starting her adventure at this point is possible too. The Fire Realm Chronicles starts Season Three of Kimbra Swain’s Trailerverse.

Emergence of Fire (Queen of Arcadia Book 1)


Dreia Wells - 2022
    A world where I discover I'm a dragon and the next queen of Arcadia.Me, Cordelia Drake, a soap maker? A queen?Even worse, three men show up claiming I'm the key to saving our realm. A realm that is protected by the balance of a mate bond...with them.Can I leave the world I know behind and save a place I've only seen in my dreams?No one told me turning thirty would change everything.Emergence of Fire is an 18+ Paranormal Reverse Harem Romance. The first book in the Queen of Arcadia series

The Hidden Academy


D.B. King - 2022
    They are called Seekers. There are Seekers of tigers, lions, monkeys – all the creatures under the sun.But a Seeker of the Dragon? Such hasn’t been seen for centuries.Until Jaden of Lessertown.Jaden dreamt of his Legendary Beast on the morning his life changed forever. Enlisted to become an Imperial Seeker and serve the cruel Emperor, he is thrown into an initiation ceremony that is brutal beyond comprehension. But it doesn’t last for long, because there are others who wish to train Seekers, rebels from within the mysterious Hidden City.It is in this Hidden City where Jaden will learn how to control his magic and find a cause worth fighting for. But being the first Dragon Seeker in centuries brings attention, and not all of it is good…

Creature of the Flame


Maya Nicole - 2022
    Monster. Freak. Creature.But I can't ignore the look of fear in my niece's eyes when she discovers what I am.I'll do whatever it takes to be rid of what haunts me, even if that means leaving my life behind.With the guidance of a prophecy and mysterious dagger, I set out to find other creatures who are feared for what they are.One from the flame who will ease the fire that consumes me.A creature from the sky who will catch me when I fall.When time is running out, the wild one will hold me tight.And one from the moon who will guide me as darkness weighs me down.With everything stacked against me and uncertainty around every corner, will I succeed or will I lose everything?*Creature of the Flame is book one in the Her Creatures series and is a paranormal shifter romance told in multiple POVs. The main character will have multiple love interests and end up with them all. It contains mature scenes, adult language, and a cliffhanger.

Phoenix's Touch: A Reverse Harem Fantasy Paranormal Romance (The Fae Thief's Harem Book 5)


Melody Novak - 2022
    

Reecah's Flight


Richard H. Stephens - 2022
    To hunt them is insane.There is something strange about the woman living on top of the hill and the people of Fishmonger Bay leave her alone. At least until the day she visits the village witch.One magic-user is bad enough; the emergence of another—intolerable.Spinning out of control, Reecah must decide whether to slay the dragon or risk becoming a victim of her people.Can Reecah find the key to unlock her family heritage or will she fall prey to the secret so many have died to protect?

The Elven Prince


K. Rose - 2022
    Magic and myth will surround you, pushing the boundaries of what could be reality, and what is fantastical but still no less real. The Elven Prince is ready for his epic adventure. Are you?

Her Dragon King (Royally Mated #3)


Bianca Cole - 2022
    A ball is set up with an invitation to all the dragon princesses. I’m told I have to select a bride by the end of the night, but I’m not feeling it. Until she steps into the room. A woman who most certainly isn’t royalty. My dragon roars to attention, recognizing her as my mate. I ask her to dance to the disgust of everyone else. I don’t care what they think. I don’t care that my mate is a witch. I don’t care that this will cause an uproar when the truth is revealed. She needs my help to locate her family, and I can’t deny her anything. 
I want to claim her and make her mine, but I have to win her trust. Dark secrets behind her family’s capture will test our bond. I'm determined to overcome the odds and claim her—no matter what. Her Dragon King is the third book in the Royally Mated Series by Bianca Cole. This book is a safe story with no cliffhangers and a HEA with no cheating. This story has hot scenes and bad language, so if those kind of books offend you, you won’t like this one. It features a dream over the top possessive alpha dragon shifter.

Grumpy Dragon Next Door


Alicia Banks - 2022
    He had to save her. Twice. He was her protector and once they were bonded, there was nothing that could be done. The bond was for life. She went from enemy, to friend, to lover, to something more.BethI knew that life in York Town was going to be different, especially when the second morning I was there, my hot but rude neighbor banged on the wall because I didn’t catch the alarm in time. It went downhill from there. I was constantly throwing barbs his way, but a few stung when they were thrown back.Things changed when he saved my son. I saw him differently, and the rough façade fell away. What was left was a man that I quickly grew to love.But, the man wasn’t a man. Cole was something else, something dangerous, and I didn’t know what to do. I’d fallen for a monster, but it didn’t matter. I still wanted him.How messed up was that?ColeI knew Beth was trouble from the start. She looked innocent and vulnerable, but it was all a guise. Deep down, I knew that Beth had the power to break me.Not only was she human, but she was one who needed a savior. I was never that way, never had been before. I stayed away from those kinds of situations. I knew better.With Beth though, it was different. I couldn’t say no to her when she looked at me with desire in her eyes. All I could do was act on it. When I knew that she was hurt and needed my help, I had to save her. Then, I had to fall in love, even though everything about it was wrong.A human and a fire dragon, how could that work?'Grumpy Dragon Next Door' is a full length Steamy Romance Story!HEA! STANDALONE! NO CHEATING!ADULTS ONLY!

Dragon Queens


Kathleen de Plume - 2022
    Where has she fled to? Why has she gone? And why is the dragon stirring?Enter our hero. Gwen has been hunting wanted criminals for years, collecting bounties to provide for her mother and brother since the death of their father. The promise of an armful of gold for bringing the princess home is too good to ignore.But bringing her home doesn't solve anyone's problems. Gwen still has family to support, and Ava still has a miserable marriage to look forward to. How will they get over these hurdles? And what new ones will they create along the way?

A Heart of Gold: Dragon Prince's Mate


Stephanie Foxe - 2022
    

Fire (Warrior Hearts)


Ellie Horn - 2022
    Instead, she comes face to face with werewolves and dragons. Her life plunges further into darkness when she is lusted after by a ruthless alpha that will stop at nothing to get what he desires. What’s a girl to do? Fall in love with someone else, of course . . .The alpha’s handsome younger brother is devoted to his pack until he meets Emily. The sparks that fly between them turns their world upside down.But can Emily trust him? Where do his loyalties truly lie?If you crave slow-burn romantic adventures with engaging characters that grab you by the heart, this is your book!Please Note: Fire will show you how love can push boundaries, embrace many forms, and above all, conquer anything that it faces. Even though the intimacy is one on one and meaningful, characters find themselves in uncomfortable situations that may bother some readers.Warrior Hearts: FIRE is a complete story that ends in a happily ever after. There is no need to read the earlier two in the series to enjoy it, but there is a subplot that continues throughout the first five books (yes, there is more to come.) This sizzling romance is intended for mature readers.

The Buttercross Dragon: A Tale of the Blue Order


Maria Grace - 2022
    Peter Smalley was certain of two things in life: England was full of dragons, and even very small dragons could cause very large problems.As a minor dairy farmer with rent coming due and no money to pay it, Peter had enough problems of his own to be bothered with dragons.Until a troubled dragon came looking for him.A dragon adventure fantasy set in the gaslamp regency world of the Blue Order of Jane Austen's Dragons.A delight for readers of Anne McCaffrey's The Dragon Riders of Pern and Naomi Novik's Temeraire.

Bones to the Wind (A Forging of Age, #1)


Tatiana Obey - 2022
    All Rasia needs to do is hunt down a gonda, hitch its tentacle ass to her windship, and haul it back home in record time. Easy. Or it would be if Rasia wasn’t stuck on the same team as Nico—a know-it-all, spoiled, grubworm who never does anything Rasia tells her to do.Nico doesn’t care about Rasia’s egotistical dreams of glory. This is her brother’s last chance to pass the Forging or her father is going to banish him from the family. She needs to scour the desert to find whatever team the bones placed him on and help him kill a gonda before it kills him.Too bad Nico and Rasia can’t get along to steer a windship straight.BONES TO THE WIND is a coming-of-age sword and sorcery fantasy adventure. Action-packed and humorous, the novel includes strong female characters, LGBTQIA+ representation, and mature themes.

Blessed With A Curse (Blessed With A Curse #1)


Katie CherryKatie Cherry - 2022
    In fact, I'm training to be a nurse so I can help and heal people. Not that Zeus would care about any of that if he even knew. No, all he cares about is his law- no humans are allowed to use magic. The punishment for breaking this is death- a fate I've been able to avoid by living my life in meticulous secrecy. Until the night my magic activates on its own, releasing a gorgeous demigod from the town's statue. I have no choice but to run, taking Nikandros with me. After days filled with terror of being caught and killed, Nik convinces me to fight for my freedom. My magic may be strong, but going up against Zeus himself? Impossible. Run or fight, it doesn't seem to matter anymore. Thanks to this magic I've been cursed with, I will soon meet my end.If you like touching on Greek Mythology in books like Percy Jackson, observing a young woman forced by circumstance to embrace the heroine within like Katniss in the Hunter Games, and exploring some light, clean romance with your fast-paced Young Adult Fantasy books, then you'll devour Katie Cherry's imaginative new series.Buy Blessed With A Curse to start this breathtaking adventure today!

Dragon Assassin Academy - Year 1


Therese Caruana - 2022
    Now the Academy Council wants me to go undercover to live amongst murderers in the hope that if I can kill their King it will bring peace.Then, I meet my teacher, Billy. Harder to fool. Harder to stay away from.If he discovers my secret identity, I’m dead!

The Final Rider (The Final Rider, #1)


Elyzabeth Trickey - 2022
    Throughout her life, Hazel has kept her head down and avoided trouble. But everything changes when she unearths and hatches the last dragon egg. Whisked away to the castle to prepare for her new life, the dragon becomes her only constant and she finds herself the target of ancient powers.The Heir to the throne of Gaelin is dead. But in reality, Alastríona Ashcoven has been biding her time in the monster-infested Wastelands waiting for a chance to go back to the country she lost. Her luck changes when the Witch Queen offers her the army she desperately needs to reclaim her throne... And all that the Queen asks for is a vial of the dragon's blood.

Alia Terra: Stories from the Dragon Realm


Ava Kelly - 2022
    Richly illustrated by Michigan artist Matthew Spencer in shades of color and gender, the words of Ava Kelly assure that we all belong.Alia Terra: Basme din Tărâmul Dragonilor conține trei povești diverse pentru toate vârstele."Ava Kelly’s book of bilingual Romanian/English fairytales is both necessary and a delight. While queer writing is being suppressed in many countries of Eastern Europe, this volume offers comfort and consolation with queer-normative stories that reach back to the familiar themes of childhood, and provide renewed hope. Mages, princesses, and above all, dragons populate the world of Alia Terra, richly illustrated by Matthew Spencer. Characters go against expectations, and learn to live true to themselves: curses turn into blessings, flying creatures find a new beginning underwater, and even love acquires new meaning. From aromanticism to nonbinary gender, LGBTQIA+ themes in Alia Terra are always portrayed with a gentle kindness that we need in our lives, and an eager, resilient confidence. Read the stories and share them with your loved ones!" - Bogi Takács, Hugo and Lambda Award-winning author

Oath of Dragons


Alex Morgenstern - 2022
    A bloodthirsty emperor. A boy who can change it all.Segir is the village outsider, discarded and scorned by the people around him. Until a dragon lands next to his home and his life is transformed forever.Now, the Empire wants the dragon killed. Segir must gather courage to defend the dragon even if it costs him his life. If he fails, dragons may become extinct forever.Meanwhile, a renegade soldier searches for an ancient relic, one with the power to summon the last dragons and protect his people from slaughter. But the war mages of the Empire are already on their heels, and they have magic and numbers on their side.The fate of the last dragons hangs in balance.Enjoy a fantasy adventure perfect for fans of Eragon and Dragonriders of Pern!

Kindled: Set Light to Fire


LaSasha Flame - 2022
    But dragons should come with warning labels… like caution: might turn into a possessive hot guy, you want to F***. Arron, Primordial God of the Dragons, is minding his own business when a vicious little faery blows him out of the sky. Naturally he tries to burn her alive… because fair is fair. But Gailena is not only fireproof but the greatest temptation he has ever faced. Arron has vowed to never take human form again or get close to another living soul. Every moment in Gailena’s presence chips away at his resolve until an unlikely friendship blooms into a secret longing. He is determined to keep his vow, come hell or high water, because there is no way he is shedding his scales for her.Fae Commander Gailena Drifthorn prepares for the arrival of a homicidal dark lyter to her realm. She has trained her squadron for war over a year. The shield keeping the threat out is weakening. It's no longer a question of “if” but more “when” he gets in. She’s all that stands between him and millions of innocent fae.The day she accidentally makes a bomb, Gailena hits a dragon as it flies overhead. Rack with guilt, she nurses him back to health only to discover he’s much more than she could ever imagine. This dragon is her fated mate and he couldn't have come at a worse time. It’s cruel to find the love of your life when you are set to be sacrificed in the war to save your people. ******************************************************* Tropes Featured: Fae, Fairy, Dragon, Friends To Lovers, Strong Female Lead, Fated Mates, Interracial Love Between Black Woman And White Man, Lgbt Lead Character, Slow Burn, Reluctant Lovers. Notable Mentions: This story falls under #DiverseVoices #OwnVoices #AOC #COC*******************************************************Each Book Can Be Read As A Standalone But They Are Better In The Series! For The Full Dark Immortal Experience Read The Short Stories Alongside The Main Series. Dark Immortal Flames Series Shared World Chronological Timeline Reading Order Birth Of A Sand Viper: Origins Of JafarBehind The Veil: Beauty And The DaemonCaptive Of A Dark PrinceClaimed: Dark Breeds Of The LycansTaken: Arabian Nights In CaptivityKindled: Set Light To FireMine: Eternal Lycan Claim******************************************************* Content Warning: Kindled: Set Light To Fire Is A Darkish Paranormal Fantasy Romance That Skirts The Rules Of Traditional Romance But Has A HEA

The Tears of the Crystal Heart


Kim Vermaak - 2022
    Now she has to face an enemy from within. One that can unravel the very cords that bind humans and dragons as they fight together to prevent the genocide of a species.In this fourth book in this epic fantasy series, both Whisperers and dragons must find a way of silencing the voices within if they are to defeat the enemies of peace.Now Nadine must weave through a smoky cloud of deception to restore the alliances of the past.Can she find a way to silence the slippery voices of her enemies before the Masked Man rips away everything she holds dear?The epic tale continues in book 3 of the Chronicles of Nadine series. If you like the complexity of Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin, but crave the moral compass of Mark of the Lion series by Francine Rivers, then this action-packed Medieval Fantasy novel is for you.Grab your copy today!Books in this series:Book 1: The Last of the Silver WingsBook 2: The Fire Within the StormBook 3: The Call of the AncientsPrequel Novella: A Mother’s WarningSign up for Kim's newsletter for news

Bianca: Journey to Ryuugito (Princess Bianca Series, #2)


Meg Welch Dendler - 2022
    But a handsome visitor from a distant kingdom disturbs their peace. A rare dragon egg has been discovered, and it will hatch in a matter of days. Can Percy and Bianca keep the new dragonet from pillaging the kingdom of Ryuugito? And are they truly prepared for the journey to reach this egg and the dangers waiting for them along the way? With Percy by her side, Bianca will have to prove she is as brave and fearless as her kingdom now believes her to be.This is the sequel to "Bianca: The Brave Frail and Delicate Princess."

Dawn of Assassins: Book 1 of the assassin fantasy series


Jon Cronshaw - 2022
    A master assassin. One deadly choice.Fedor and Lev are thieves...not killers.They lead a desperate life in the tunnels of Nordturm, conning and stealing to buy their next meal.But when an assassin recruits them against their will, they are forced into a life they do not want and cannot escape.If they leave, they will die. But if they stay, they must kill.Can they survive the master’s relentless evaluation?Is loyalty stronger than the will to live?Will their friendship last the ordeal?

Voice of the Banished (The Marked Son, #2)


Shelly Campbell - 2022
    But he’s not alone. Against all odds, he has bonded with Nardiri, one of the world’s last dragons. In this stunning sequel to Under the Lesser Moon, author Shelly Campbell brings us the heart-wrenching conclusion to Akrist’s journey. In a cruel, unforgiving world, Akrist must navigate what it means to be marked as both a Speaker—a leader chosen by Nasheira herself—and an outcast. Haunted by the sacrifices of first-born sons, he fears the world cannot be changed, even with a dragon’s help. If he does nothing, the cycle of sacrifice will begin again when the moons touch.

Demon Kissed


J.D. Blackrose - 2022
    I can summon, well, things…entities of power, including demons. Which, I did, until recently. I quit, because I summoned a demon on behalf of a client and things went south. I fixed it, but now I owe that demon a favor and I don't know when he's going to call it in, or, what he's going to ask.One thing's for sure, it won't be kosher.Now I work in a fae bar, trying to stay out of trouble, waiting for the hammer to drop. But trouble tends to follow me. And my upstairs neighbor, Ash, seems to be right in the thick of it. He's gorgeous, with sexy curls, kissable lips, and a body to match. I can't believe someone like him even glanced my way.Things get complicated when a local mob boss wants my help, a warlock decides I'm next on the menu, and my six-foot-tall fairy friend can't find his way home.What's a Jewish, bird-watching summoner with family and friends to protect, to do?

Curse of Silver and Blood: Book Two of the Celestial Curse Series


S.Y. Moon - 2022
    

Hearts Forged in Dragon Fire


Erica Hollis - 2022
    Erica Hollis' debut HEARTS FORGED IN DRAGON FIRE, a f/f high fantasy, in which a lesbian teen who can speak to dragons must get rid of the dragon that's terrorizing her mother's hometown -- yet falls for the girl who's mysteriously sabotaging her mission.