But then I meet Bastian Forge, and discover everything I was told was a lie.He’s powerful. He's beautiful. He’s enigmatic.And now I owe him, bigtime. When Bastian unlocks my gift—I can read vampire minds—he opens up a whole new world, teaching me how to use my newfound powers. But as our enemies close in, I’m not sure who to trust, because while Forge keeps his secrets?I have my own, and neither of us will leave the other unscathed.

    A nation besieged by armies of man, and demon. A man seeking redemption, and peace. Kalfinar is a grieving addict. Once a decorated and respected soldier, he has been demoted and disgraced. The relative peace of his half-life is shattered by the onset of chaos and war. Tormented by visions, he is marked for possession, and hunted by demons. Amidst the all-consuming ruin of a war between Gods, Kalfinar must lead the fight to defend a faith he has abandoned, and a nation that has disowned him. Red Season Rising is the debut novel of D.M. Murray and marks the beginning of a new epic fantasy series.

    But when a skirmish with pirates grows into something more, he finds himself caught up in a series of escalating events that lead him into the mighty Aggadeh Empire, pursued by a murderous pirate hellbent on revenge and possibly connected to the nobility of the empire, joined by two companions of dubious trustworthiness, and a young dragon focused on obtaining the mindstone in Nem's possession.

     The latest transplant witch has long been surrounded by extraordinary people with extraordinary abilities. Which can prove a jarring contrast to her own very ordinary life. In fact, it’s only by living vicariously through others that her life has had any excitement or meaning. But now it’s time for her to take center stage. From the other side of the grave, Lilith has been waiting long and impatiently for this moment. Finally, one of her transplant heirs has the ability to see the dead. To speak to the dead. But who will this young woman be to Lilith – protégé , ally, or puppet? This is one meeting of the minds that you won’t want to miss. ALL REVIEWS GREATLY APPRECIATED, BUT THIS BEING THE SERIES FINALE, PLEASE NO SPOILERS!!! If you could avoid any reference to the circumstances of Lilith Hazelwood's death, then it will allow everyone to enjoy the surprise. Thank you.

    Raised by a master assassin then barely escaping with his life after a betrayal by his own guild, he finds himself with a new mission and a chance to start a new life in a far away land. Will he survive this new school of magic? Can he, with the help of some new friends, find a way to heal from the past? Will this place prove to be too much of a challenge for this boy, this weapon?

    Featuring contemporary and paranormal authors.Naughty is the new nice, so this year, Let's Scrooge!

    But few of them ever surpassed the bloody reputation of the man known and feared on Caermark's battlefields as Red Harry. But before he was Red Harry, before he was anything, he was Harruvard of Werrewood, a man-at-arms sworn in service to Lord Gadrin Strael. Injured and left for dead during a bitter conflict along Lord Gadrin’s borders, his life was saved by the kindness of a stranger. But as Harruvard's past refused to let him go, that same kindness soon would be stained red. In the deep of winter, beneath creeping snows and biting ice, the black seeds of the monster Harruvard would become were sown by the hands of men, and nurtured by their cruelty.

    

    He’s been running from his powerful enemies for the last six years, ever since he discovered his power at sixteen and crossed them in ignorance and by accident. It isn’t an easy life.His life is about to change, when his travels put him in Seattle for the first time, and he meets some people that just might be crazy enough to help him out… for a price.Note: This is the first book of a trilogy. No major cliffhangers but expect a few minor unresolved plot threads. The main plot of the book will be resolved. This story is told in the first person, from Tony’s point of view. This series takes place in the same world started in the Power of Air series, and the Water sorceress series. It is not necessary to read those to enjoy or understand this trilogy.

    He was born the son of a demon.Does that mean he is destined to follow in his father’s footsteps? Rylan was attacked, his young son murdered, his baby daughter taken. But his assailant left him with two gifts: the gift of magic…and an oath to darkness. Rylan blamed himself, even though he knew it wasn’t his fault. The life he knew was over. And war is coming. A new enemy, stronger and more fearsome than any other, appears out of the night. Will Rylan use his newfound power to make a stand? Will he learn its use in time to make a difference? Or will his oath to darkness guide him to the enemy? If you love grimdark fantasy filled with vivid realism, brutal warfare, and raw emotion, this new adventure is just for you.

    Joining the work exchange is a chance to hone her skills, work with exotic animals, and give her kids a new start. Oh, and some space to forget about the cheating ex is certainly a plus. The animal sanctuary seemed like a paradise until she meets its enigmatic owner, Theodore Cooper. He is certainly fun to look at, but she can't decide if she wants to throttle him or rip his clothes off...Theodore has two passions; his nine year old daughter and his other baby, Exotic Rescue. Still bearing the internal scars from watching innocent shifters get massacred years ago he has dedicated his life, and his fortune to protecting his kind in every way. He isn't about to let anything, or anyone endanger what he has built.But when the threat comes in such an appetizing package as Jessica Harris, it's all Theodore can do to control his senses and withstand the passion of her touch. He can face off the most dangerous predators, but will he he able to withstand the onslaught of his own desires when she is near? Certainly not if his bear has anything to say about it...As Jessica keeps digging for the secrets of Exotic Rescue, Theodore is determined to keep her from discovering his secret even as the two fight their own growing attraction...But with their attention so focused on each other will they see the REAL threat coming before it's too late?Also included is a brief preview of Return of the Wolf.This story contains no cheating, no cliffhangers and of course has an HEA!Warning: This book contains mature steamy shifter themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.Damaged Billionaire Daddy Bear is a Shifter Romance that will appeal to lovers of paranormal, urban fantasy, shapeshifters, contemporary, and, of course sexy sweet romance full of the "feels". If you enjoy stories by Zoe Chant, T.S. Joyce, Harmony Raines, and Terry Bolryder we think you will enjoy this!

    Life is good, folks live to a ripe old age, and there hasn't been a violent crime in nearly a generation. It's almost as if some force were protecting the God-fearing folk of the Run from harm... Henry left the quiet town almost a decade ago-after his mother's tragic death and a terrible falling-out with his father. Ever since, he has shut out his memories of the Run. He has tried to not think about the day his mother died. But now-after the startling news of his father's suicide-Henry is coming home... Home, where his former girlfriend is waiting on her dying mother and her living dreams. Home, where his boyhood friend is mysteriously drawn to something inside an abandoned mine.

    than an actual investigator.But when her file fell in my lap, I knew I couldn't walk away. Not yet.She had the body of a vixen and the eyes of a killer.I was terrified.And yet strangely attracted to the woman. Was it sane? Not at all. Every time I saw her, I was sure I would end up dead.But there were worse ways to go...LoreleiI was finally free.Well, almost. My husband had left me with a bit of a mess. And his kids...don't even get me started on them. All I wanted was my money, but that wasn't going to happen until I could get my hands on my dearly departed husband's trust.In the meantime, I needed someplace new to live. So, I pointed my finger at the map and ended up in the cutest little town.I just needed to make some friends, to blend in.I could do that, and I knew just where to start...