Best of
Fae

2013

The Iron Fey Volume One: The Iron King / The Iron Daughter


Julie Kagawa - 2013
    But she never could have guessed the truth—that she is the daughter of a mythical faery king and is a pawn in a deadly war. Now Meghan will learn just how far she'll go to save someone she cares about and stop a mysterious evil no faery creature dare face…. The Iron DaughterDeserted by the Winter prince she thought loved her, Meghan is now prisoner to the Winter faery queen. And as war looms between Summer and Winter, Meghan knows the real danger comes from the Iron fey—but no one believes her. Worse, Meghan's stuck in Faery with only her wits for help. Trusting anyone could be deadly….

Black Dog Blues


Rhys Ford - 2013
    Following the violent merge of Earth and Underhill, the human and elfin races are left with a messy, monster-ridden world, and Stalkers are the only cavalry willing to ride to someone’s rescue when something shadowy appears.It’s a hard life but one Kai likes—filled with bounty, a few friends, and most importantly, no other elfin around to remind him of his past. And killing monsters is easy. Especially since he’s one himself.But when a sidhe lord named Ryder arrives in San Diego, Kai is conscripted to do a job for Ryder’s fledgling Dawn Court. It’s supposed to be a simple run up the coast during dragon-mating season to retrieve a pregnant human woman seeking sanctuary. Easy, quick, and best of all, profitable. But Kai ends up in the middle of a deadly bloodline feud he has no hope of escaping.No one ever got rich being a Stalker. But then few of them got old either and it doesn't look like Kai will be the exception.

Strangeling: The Art of Jasmine Becket-Griffith


Jasmine Becket-Griffith - 2013
    Exploring realms of sparkling whimsy and gothic melancholy, her original characters evoke an emotional response with their large luminous eyes.This volume contains a comprehensive compilation of fine colour reproductions of Jasmine s paintings and serves as a true treasure for long-time collectors as well as being a very accessible introduction for new fans. In addition to detailed personal insights from the artist, the artworks are supplemented with the poetry and short stories of Amber Logan and Kachina Glenn - the artist s sisters - illuminating the histories behind some of Jasmine s most beloved characters.

Vankara


S.J. West - 2013
    When the Queen of Vankara falls ill from one of the plagues, she calls upon the talents of Sarah Harker. As a shifter, Sarah is physically able to transform into another person but only if she is touching them at the moment of their death, gaining not only their physical form but also some of their memories. Queen Emma Vankar entrust Sarah with the responsibility of protecting the people of Vankara from the ever growing greed of those in parliament and from the ambitious hands of Aleksander Chromis, dictator of the Chromis Empire and ardent suitor for the queen’s hand in marriage. To help Sarah become the ruler Vankara needs, the queen enlists the help of her trusted political advisor, Gabriel, and her estranged lover, Captain John Fallon. Sarah soon finds herself at the center of a mystery when she discovers the cause of the plagues, uncovering a diabolical conspiracy to conceal the truth of their origins.Vankara takes place in a Neo-Victorian setting where zeppelins, automatons, dragons and magic exist.

Asmodeus: Demon of Lust


Sara Humphreys - 2013
    The discovery of a beautiful but unusual ring in the attic, leads to much more than she bargained for. Kai may not realize what she has in her possession, but the boys in Hell sure got the message. Lucifer and the six other princes of Hell, existed for several millennium believing that the Ring of Solomon–an object with the power to control demons– had been destroyed. However, the moment Kai slips the ring on her finger, the tremor of it’s power ripples through the underworld. Knowing the ring’s existence could mean the destruction of all demons, Lucifer sends his six princes to earth in search of the ring and it’s bearer. There’s one catch, a demon can’t take the ring from it’s owner, it has to be given willingly…or they have to be dead. Asmodeus, the Demon of Lust, is happy to have another opportunity to visit the mortal world and dally with a human female…or twelve. However, when he arrives on earth, he realizes Lucifer made all the demons mortal in an effort to keep them motivated, focused on their mission and immune from the powers of the ring. When Asmodeus meets Kai along a deserted section of highway in Magic Valley, it’s more than the ring she wears that catches his eye. He plans to woo the ring out from under her but before long, the lines between lust and love blur. When the other members of the brotherhood realize Asmodeus has found the ring, they descend on Bliss, determined to get the ring from Kai at any cost. When Asmodeus is faced with choosing between the brotherhood and his one true love, he realizes the battle for Hell is nothing compared to the battle for her heart.

Helga Returns (A James & Syvok Adventure Book 2)


Wendy Nystrom - 2013
    He once again calls out to his Icelandic magical friends, Syvok and Matthias, to discover what it means. He will find Helga, the troll who left the footprint.James follows Helga to Yamas, the troll village. Will they be left on a glacier or will they save the Guardian Troll from danger? Will Syvok and Matthias reach James in time to save him when the earth tremors?

Guardian


Cyndi Goodgame - 2013
    The devoted Ian may be quiet on the outside, but his emotions are raging on the inside for his sarcastically curious green-eyed queen to be.

The Secret Trinity: Complete Box Set


Jenna Bernel - 2013
    The Secret Trinity Complete Box Set- Plus Free Bonus Prequel Novella! Join Ari on her path to self-discovery in the acclaimed Fae-Witch Trilogy as she searches for the truth about life, magic, and most of all love.

Magic Astray


Gregory L. Mahan - 2013
    But the elves turn out to be more dangerous than he bargained for, seeking to rip open the veil between Tallia and Llandra and unleash swarming hordes of unspeakable horrors. Even worse, Berry seems to be on their side!Determined to stop them, Randall races against time to find the one artifact that can save Tallia, or destroy it.

Rogue on the Rollaway


Shannon MacLeod - 2013
    A man out of time:Enchanted by a jealous faery, 13th century warrior and druid Faolan MacIntyre has his work cut out for him. In order to break his curse, he must entice a woman to fall in love with him. His love comes at the highest possible cost, however…for the woman. A woman alone:Rebuilding her life after an ugly divorce, merchandising director Colleen O'Brien lives vicariously through movies and romance novels. When the sexy bespelled Scot crash lands in her living room unannounced, her resolve to never love again is sorely tested. After admitting her love, Colleen finds herself in 14th century Ireland. Now she’s scared and alone, until Faolan finds her and they are both pursued by their jealous enemy. Thrown together by destiny but held together by love, Faolan and Colleen must work together if they are to survive. But for two headstrong people--a man accustomed to giving orders and a woman who refuses to take them--it's much easier said than done. CONTENT WARNING: Faery magic gone awry, a plucky Irish heroine and a hot Highlands badass clad in a very small towel.

Flare-up


A.W. Hartoin - 2013
    I wrote a prequel short story as an answer. I hope you enjoy it.Sincerely, A.W. HartoinSome people are destined for a quiet life. Matilda Whipplethorn is not one of those people. On a fine summer day, Matilda’s adventurous life begins; inside a dog’s snout.

Saving Grace


C.L. Champlain - 2013
    After it becomes clear that her father's anger issues are endangering her family's life, Dy learns something about herself that will forever change her.Suddenly, her small town life doesn't seem so small and boring,as she sets out on an adventure to discover who she really is. Join Dy on her adventure, as she tries to be a normal teenage girl, deal with cheer-leading, grades, and a boyfriend. Follow her on her journey, as she enters the world of Fae, druids, magic, warriors, soul mates, and blood bonds.Will her future be what has been foretold by the seers of Fae, or can Dy rewrite her future, and the future of her family, with the help of her warriors and friends?

Bee Stung


Theolyn Boese - 2013
    But the island isn't anything like she thought it would be; the residents are suspicious and Rienne is drawing more attention from the local bachelors than she knows what to do with. Just healing from a bad relationship, she isn't sure she wants to date anyone at all, let alone all four men who all seem to be vying for her attention. Even more confusing is that two of them seem more interested in each other than in her! Foxglove is drawn to the sad-eyed woman the moment he sees her. With so much competition he worries he doesn't have a chance. But a few shy smiles and stolen dances convince him that, perhaps, this time he won't just fade into the background. Lonely after generations of guarding his people, Shiloh finds a sense of home and comfort in Rienne. The more time he spends with her the more he wants her. Now if he can just convince her being with him doesn't mean giving up Foxglove.

Beast in the Darkness


Stacey Marie Brown - 2013
    Be warned his mind in not a fuzzy warm place to be....**Warning this contains sexual content and language.**Contains Spoilers if you have not previously read Darkness Of Light or Fire In The Darkness.LINK: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f...I HOPE YOU ENJOY IT!

Analinde: The Chronicles of Loresse


Melissa Bitter - 2013
    Analinde is a powerful elven mage just new into her powers. When her village is attacked by Humans she races to the nearest elvish stronghold to give warning. Unfortunately, once she reaches safety, things don't go as planned. Her magic is causing problems, she doesn't know who she can trust, and no one will tell her anything. The traitors are just one step behind her and Analinde doesn't know where to turn. All she wants is for life to go back to normal, but she realizes this is impossible. Will Analinde pursue the magical potential she sees all around her? Or will she allow herself to be sheltered, protected and kept out of harm's way?

Fantasy Fashion Art Studio: Creating Romantic Characters, Clothing and Costumes


Meredith Dillman - 2013
    Live out all your fashion fantasies!Flower fairies, water spirits, enchanted forests, Victorian ladies and more! Immerse yourself in timeless stories inspired by nature, myths, legends and literature!With Fantasy Fashion Art Studio, you'll learn the basics for sketching and watercolor painting; you'll also learn to draw and paint beautiful, ethereal characters!Inside you'll explore:Lessons and tips for sketching characters--proportions, heads, hands, feet, hair, wings and more.Drawing and painting tips for fashions from the medieval, Renaissance and Victorian periods as well as traditional Japanese, Steampunk, folk and gothic influences.10 fully stepped-out demonstrations for drawing and painting a multitude of dreamy characters, including mermaids, enchanted princesses, fairies and more.18 mini step-by-step demonstrations to help you create dreamscape scenes, including the night skies, forests, architecture, flowers and leaves.A fashionable trip through a fantasy landscape, Fantasy Fashion Art Studio will help you bring all of your fantasies to life!

The Burning Mountains


L.G. Estrella - 2013
    They are a place of fire and ruin where no man dares walk and no elf dares linger long. Only the strong can survive there, and only the ruthless can prosper. Amidst the smoke, the ash, and the flame, an exiled elven princess will meet an outcast dragon. Alone, they have little hope of survival. But together, they might do more than survive – they might conquer. For the dragon has a realm to claim, and the princess has a kingdom to take back. There are some lessons that only fire can teach and some wisdom that only a dragon can impart.

Blue Rabbit


Jimena I. Novaro - 2013
    When they first cross it, Erika and her friends feel like they’ve stumbled into a dream. Magical and mysterious, the other world becomes their little paradise, a place to explore and escape from their everyday lives. Until one night a boy from school, Mike, follows them to the other side―and he’s kidnapped by strange and powerful Creatures. Back home, everyone thinks Erika and the gang are responsible for Mike’s disappearance. The dream has become a nightmare. How can they negotiate with these Creatures to rescue Mike and clear their names? And why are the Creatures fixated on Erika, who feels drawn to their world even as she senses the danger?

Brevity


Peggy Martinez - 2013
    *****Brevity is written in Aldwin's point of view and meant to give readers an inside look into Aldwin's life and past. Book Excerpt: “She’s gone … I felt … I felt her warp.” Soren’s voice was full of anguish, and in that instant, I hated him for having a bond with Sage, to have felt her leave when I was the one lying right next to her. I clenched my jaw and continued to prepare to scour the city. A slight breeze ruffled my hair as Soren left. I was glad he was gone. Glad he wouldn’t be nearby to witness my pain consume me. And consume me it did. My scream rent the air, and lightening rained down, answering my fury and grief

Guardian of the Realm


Krystal George - 2013
    Power has always been her constant companion, protection has been her only goal, and acceptance by the magic she guards has always been her only wish. That is until the darkness comes... and with it comes the one person who can give her the greatest power of all... love.The LightLosing his mother at a young age, Eric has always been the responsible one; the strong one. He'd had to be. His sister Kaitlyn had needed him. Now with Kaitlyn missing he is thrown into a world of secrets and deception. A world that until this moment he knew nothing about... a world that he is more a part of than he could have ever known. With darkness descending and time running out, can he become the man he is destined to be? Or will he fail and lose the girl he has come to love?The RealmBeyond the doorway is a World of Enchantment and Myth. A world that once entered will grant you any wish your heart may desire... but only if you can get beyond... the Guardian.

Paranormalcy Trilogy Boxed Set, #1-3 (Paranormalcy, #1-3)


Kiersten White - 2013
    Evie’s always thought of herself as a normal teenager, even though she works for the International Paranormal Containment Agency, her ex-boyfriend is a faerie, she’s falling for a shape-shifter, and she’s the only person who can see through supernatural glamours. She’s also about to find out that she may be at the center of a dark faerie prophecy promising destruction to all paranormal creatures. So much for normal. For fans of Teen Wolf, Buffy, and Supernatural, this New York Times bestseller is a witty, fresh, and downright fun read that will capture your heart.SupernaturallyEvie finally has the normal life she’s always longed for. But she’s shocked to discover that being ordinary can be...kind of boring. Just when Evie starts to long for her days at the International Paranormal Containment Agency, she’s given a chance to work for them again. Desperate for a break from all the normalcy, she agrees. But as one disastrous mission leads to another, Evie starts to wonder if she made the right choice. And when Evie’s faerie ex-boyfriend Reth appears with devastating revelations about her past, she discovers that there’s a battle brewing between the faerie courts that could throw the whole supernatural world into chaos. The prize in question? Evie herself. So much for normal.EndlesslyKiersten White’s New York Times bestselling Paranormalcy trilogy comes to a breathless conclusion with a signature mix of wit, romance, paranormal creatures, and a truly original heroine. In Endlessly, pink-loving, butt-kicking Evie has way too much on her to-do list. Paranormals are begging her to open a faerie gate so they can leave the human world, something Evie’s not sure she has the power to do. The Dark Queen is torturing humans and must be destroyed. On top of all that, Evie’s prom is coming up. She’s not sure what to wear, and, oh, yeah, her shape-shifting boyfriend, Lend, has been cursed so that he falls into an enchanted sleep whenever he and Evie are in the same room…and even Evie’s ex-boyfriend, the faerie Reth, can’t reverse the dark magic. An epic battle is looming, and the choices Evie makes will determine the fate of whole paranormal world—and her own life.

That Ol' Black Magic


Silver James - 2013
    Since then, all manner of preternatural magicks intermingle with humans in ways mysterious, magical and, in some cases, criminal. Much to humanity's surprise, there really are monsters under the bed and the things that go bump in the night are bigger and scarier than anyone ever imagined.That’s where Special Agent Sade Marquis enters the mix. A human FBI agent with an X-Files mentality, Sade's been handpicked to fill a new slot within the Bureau—Preternatural Liaison Officer with the MAGIC Unit. The Magical Activity, Grievances, and Inhuman Crimes unit is in charge of investigations involving magicks. It's her job to deal with all the monsters.Along with her FBI partner—and werewolf best friend—Caleb Jones, Sade is sent to New Orleans to investigate the murders of several high-ranking magicks. The Big Easy is neutral territory so Sade must find and arrest the culprit before war breaks out between the Realms. Things look up when the gargoyle Sentinel, Roman, a permanent fixture in Sade’s childhood, arrives to keep the peace. Maybe.The investigation is hampered by Sade’s faerie nemesis, Ariel—the King’s Seducer. Oh, and then there’s the new dragon in town, Nikolas Constantine. Sade can’t decide whether to arrest his ass or admire it.When guilt and innocence come to play in the French Quarter, it’ll take Sade’s brand of crazy to sort it all out.

Deadly Slumber - Demon Tales


Kerrianne Coombes - 2013
    Alone, bitter and determined Rhand searches for what was taken from him. Ruthless beyond measure, nothing and no one will get in the way of fulfilling his promise to his people… until he meets a sleeping beauty. Selma is wasting away, starved of light, love and happiness. Locked in a human insane asylum, cursed. Sleep steals most of her life and when she awakens the nightmares truly begin. She has given up all hope of escaping… until a dark stranger, with frightening eyes, secrets her away in the night. Dark Magic, demonic lands and violent battles inhabit the world where he takes her, but nothing compares to the power of the love between Rhand and his Sleeping Beauty.

Blossom


Jennifer Martinez - 2013
    I'm a princess, a fae princess to be exact. But I don't want to be. See, my whole life, I've always been the center of attention, and I've never understood why. Give me boring, ordinary, and simple any day. It's hard enough trying to work my way through high school. Add running a kingdom to that? Yea, not so much. Magic, mystery, fairies. I just want to pass driver’s ed.

Spellbound: A Book of Spells Woven from the Art of Anne Stokes


Anne Stokes - 2013
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Wooing the Echo


Lee Morgan - 2013
    Christopher is haunted and hollow with the loss of a friend unlike any other. When a stranger arrives with the secrets of 'Old Craft' sorcery and communion with the dead, Christopher s fate will be altered forever. On that crooked path the facade of normal life falls away to reveal a world of wonder, but also danger. As the ghosts of the dead stir, what secrets will rise to the surface with them, and will Christopher survive the horror that is love's other face? Wooing the Echo is the first in an edgy new series that follows the life of Christopher Penrose. It is a journey into a world of the occult, seething with real, adult and believable magic."

For Your Heart


A.L. Davroe - 2013
    Jeanette has never gotten over his mysterious disappearance nor has she gone back into the park. While that traumatic night still haunts her, Jeanette distracts herself by balancing her time between trying to pass Spanish, hanging out with her friends, and reading the latest manga.But, when a promise to a friend drives her back into the park, she's forced to re-live the memories of that night. Lost and confused, Jeanette crosses paths with Tamrin, whose violent reaction to her provides yet another reason to avoid the park.Tamrin, a knight of the Summer Court, has been sent to Earth to guard a garden of roses that hold special meaning to the queen of the Summer faeries. When his distraction at meeting Jeanette leads to her picking one of the Summer Queen’s roses, Tamrin vows to right his failure to do his duty. However, the equivalent of one of the queen’s roses is a human heart and Tamrin’s reluctance to readily exact the sum from Jeanette sets in motion a spiral of love, betrayal, and magic that could mean damnation for them both.*This is an Upper YA paranormal romance novel with NA and contemporary fantasy appeal.

Veiled Secrets


Jodi Vaughn - 2013
    Growing up in the South, she knows that having prophetic visions makes her a freak, cursed, or worse… evil. But one night of passion leads to something she never expected… a child on the way, and now, discovering who she is has never been more important. Discovery of her Fae heritage plunges her into a paranormal world she has to accept. Eric Nordstrom runs his life like he runs his multibillion-dollar business… with precision and focus. He never lets his emotions get in the way of what he wants. But Celeste Hart intrigues him with her gentle character even though he can’t help but suspect her motives. After blackmailing her into marriage to protect his reputation, his family falls under demonic attacks. And he has to face his own past to protect his new family. The threat of a supernatural war… Bound together by more than passion, Celeste and Eric soon realize they will have to work together to defeat the evil headed straight for them. Shadowed by danger they enter a world they didn’t know existed. When the Fae and demons collide, all hell will break loose,

Aimee and the Witch


H.C.H. Ritz - 2013
    She is excited when she meets another fairy named Aimee and they become best friends. But then Aimee's grandmother, who is a witch, starts to drain Faery out of her new ward. Mary Beth has to lead the way to try to save Aimee before it's too late. This short story is approximately 4,000 words. Middle Grade to Tween YA, ages 10+.

No Boundaries - Fae Wars


Kalalea George - 2013
    But when he raised the sword high over his head he found himself unable to deliver the killing blow. The beast within him knew the female was his true mate.Francesca was dying. She could feel her life's essence seeping from the gaping wound in her side. When she heard a dragon land next to her and pull the sword from her hand she believed the fates had answered her prayers for a quick death. She looked up into his amazing amethyst eyes and knew immediately he was her true mate. Not that it mattered. Being mates meant nothing if you were enemies. So, imagine her surprise when he shifted back into a dragon and gently lifted her body in his talons and took flight.

The Heart of Fire


Osric - 2013
    Judith will be forced to leave behind her home, her family, and even her name to keep her life while Cyllin will find himself bound to return her kindness and lead her to safety. Even if that means returning to the Seelie Court and facing dangers lying in wait for him.What is supposed to be just a short trip together for the two slowly starts to evolve into a more complex series of events as personal issues get tangled with problems on a grander scale, opening the curtains on a scenery of war that will decide the future of the entire world.