Yet when she and her boyfriend, Terrible, make a trip to an abandoned auto junkyard, they find more than the rusted auto parts and spare tires they’d bargained for. They also run across a creepy Miss Havisham-type hell-bent on reuniting with her long-dead husband just in time for Christmas—even if it means taking Chess and Terrible down with her into the City of Eternity…If Chess and Terrible don't manage to keep these ghosts in the past, they won't have a future…

    He risks an ancient curse to retrieve treasure hidden within icebound Castle Cavanaugh, only to become trapped inside. Not with the gold he so desperately needs, but with medieval Princess Marigold who's been cooling her heels since...well, medieval times. The lonely princess refuses to acknowledge the blossoming attraction between them. Not just because she deserves a better future than a penniless rogue. But because at midnight, he'll vanish like all her other would-be heroes. And the evergreen in the parlor will have one more figurine hanging from its boughs... A previous edition was published as Let It Snow.

    She was the reason her people, the Andinna, lost the War against the Elvasi Empire and found themselves enslaved. She’s the boogeyman of her own people, killing on the sands to survive another day. For a thousand years, she’s stood alone. And that’s all going to change. Mave is about to embark on a journey of growth, becoming who she needs to be to free her people. She’ll meet lovers, family, friends, and allies along the way. She’ll be pushed to her limits as the battles take their tolls and she’ll need to find the strength in herself to fight for something far more than survival. The Elvasi Empire forged a weapon in the pits of the Colosseum. For years, they pointed that weapon at their slaves. Now she’s aiming for them. This set includes books one through three of the Age of the Andinna series. All of these books are well over four hundred pages a piece and they only mark the beginning of Mave’s story. -The Gladiator’s Downfall -The Mercenary’s Bounty -The Warrior’s Assault Age of the Andinna is a reverse harem epic fantasy series. The female lead will collect her lovers as the series progresses. There is triggering content in this series including but not limited to: abuse, violence, mature language, and sexual content. It’s recommended for mature audiences.

    Stories create their own Realms, places in which the characters live out their roles. Avi is a Keeper, a designated enforcer, assigned by the Literary Guild to protect the Real world from the characters who might escape. When a talking housecat shows up in her shop one night, everything changes. Not only does he escape, but he takes his book with him! The changing rules will affect everything, including Avi's life. To make matters worse, the Guild sends its most exasperating and handsome Bard to investigate on the same day Avi’s favorite book boyfriends, a Shifter and a half-Demon Pirate appear in the Real. Can Avi prevent the Bard from exiling the men she’s waited so long to meet? Can she trust them all with secrets and truths she was warned to never reveal? Can they defeat the Demon Lord she unknowingly released before it causes more havoc and destruction? **This is a slow-medium burn, paranormal romance that doesn't take itself too seriously. There's attempts at humor, a reluctant heroine who swears a lot, and talking housecats. The leading lady has three love interests and doesn't choose between them. #polyam #whychoose**

    Forgotten. Disgraced...My name is Blue Graves. I come from one of the greatest lines of vampire slayers in existence. A true legacy... or, at least I used to be. Ten years ago, my sister and I were banished after a tragedy that still haunts me. But I never let myself forget where I come from, or what I am.When a pardon arrives at my door in the form of a coveted acceptance letter to the slayer training university of my dreams, I have no choice but to accept. I've trained for this opportunity. I've spent every single night of my exile hunting the creatures of the dark and turning them to dust with the business end of my silver-tipped stake.As thrilled as I am to finally be back home, the other students definitely don't share the sentiment. While ignoring the perplexing glares of a mysterious guy with the saddest eyes I've ever seen, the unrelenting attention of an overbearing werewolf who thinks I'm his mate, and the sly smirks of a darkly seductive new student, I try my hardest to make a place for myself and regain the honor and prestige that the Graves family once had. But when students start turning up undead on academy grounds, and the nearby human city falls under attack, all fingers point to me, the one Slayer who doesn't deserve to be here.Disclaimer: This is a Reverse Harem #whychoose novel in which one girl has multiple love interests. 18+ due to bullying, violence, strong language, crude humor and graphic sexual content.  A different version of this book was previously published under the author's maiden name: Kayla Michelle.

    With nowhere to turn after my father died, I tried my luck in the capital city. Little did I know how quickly I would be robbed, beaten and forced to sell myself into servitude. But I was lucky enough to gain the attention of Roberd Tallisk, an irascible but intriguing tattoo artist who offered to mark me with enchanted ink for the enjoyment of the nobles. I was given a chance to better my station in life, and I could not refuse.But the divine rulers want not only the art but the body that bears it. In their company I can rise above the dregs of society and experience a life most only dream of, at the cost of suffering their every desire as a pawn in games of lavish intrigue. Their attention is flattering, but I find I'd rather have Tallisk's. Caught between factions, I learn that a revolution is brewing, one that could ruin Kered—and Roberd and myself along with it…

     I know what you’re thinking. Sad lonely professor finds herself with five sinfully hot men who want her and suddenly life is magical and happy. I wish that was real. That’s not how this story goes. You have no idea what happens inside the gates at Shadow Wood Academy. Neither did I until I was summoned by the broody headmaster. Lured is a more accurate way to describe how Jake Windsor tricked me into walking through the academy’s doors. Humans don’t attend Shadow Wood. Not as students or teachers. I learn that the first night I’m locked in the faculty tower with no way out. Guys are howling outside my window. There is a girl walking on the roof. And I swear one kid keeps licking his lips every time he sees me. I need to escape, but there is something alluring about the men who want me to stay. I’m drawn to them, even when I know I should run for my life. Strong. Gorgeous. Sculpted muscles for miles. But did I mention they aren’t human? I have no plans to give in to them, no matter what they swear my purpose is, until I discover that without me the innocent inside the school could become orphans—or worse—snatched up by a rogue agency. I’m used to taking care of myself, and fighting for everything I have, but saving them feels impossible. I’m strong enough to stand my ground against five of the hottest men I’ve ever met if it means saving lives, right? I didn’t know destiny could be so tempting or so dangerous. Get ready to sink your teeth into this full-length reverse harem paranormal fantasy academy romance about the adults who run the school. Shadow Wood Academy Chronicles Book One is the first in a series with a smart, independent heroine and her five scorching hot men. There is plenty of steam to go around in this slow burn, epic romance with villains, corrupt agencies, troubled childhoods, a school for the supernatural, and so much more.

    A band of warriors. And one troubled kingdom.It is whispered in Agathia that the legendary warriors of the mist—cursed by the gods—can be summoned only when a champion is needed and the cause is just. Gideon, their captain, knows this to be the one path that will lead his men to redemption—lest they face an eternity of damnation.Years have passed since anyone has journeyed to the river's edge, but times are desperate. Oppressed by a cruel guardian whose dark magic threatens to destroy her people, the beautiful and courageous Merewen calls upon the bespelled warriors. In Gideon she finds more than a champion, and in his arms, more than protection. However, their enemies are fighting with a power darker than anything than they imagined, and should Gideon fail, she will lose everything she holds dear—including her heart.

    Ditched and pregnant, Eve vows to be the best mother she can be. Nix falls for Eve the moment he beds her, but he knows that he has powerful enemies who won’t hesitate to use her to get to him, so he moves away, ghosting Eve to keep her safe. Will Nix be able to make it back in time to save Eve when she and the baby are snatched by a cruel dragon king? Or will he have to admit defeat and lose the love of his life altogether? Alpha's Claim (Rise Of The Alphas #2) After being involved in a legal scandal that brought too much publicity her way, Piper Lee moves from New York to the small town of Bethany Beach in Delaware for a fresh start. She soon finds herself crossing paths with Levi Carter, the chief of police in the town. Piper knows his type - cynics who hate defence lawyers - but she never expected to feel attracted to that kind of cop. Levi knows Piper’s secret - that she is a bear shifter - and although she isn’t a member of his pack, he vows to protect her as one of his own when a hunter comes to the small town. Piper is a lot to handle - stubborn and quick to run herself into danger - but Levi thinks maybe she’s worth the trouble. Will Piper find out Levi is trying to help her before it’s too late? And will Levi be able to save Piper from the danger she’s gotten herself into? Alpha's Territory (Rise Of The Alphas #3) Lila, a bar owner in a small town in Wyoming, finds herself caught up in a love triangle with two guys, neither of whom she wants to be with. They pursue her and refuse to take no for an answer. Lila finds herself getting increasingly uncomfortable with their advances, but she doesn’t know who to turn to for help. It all comes to a head when she finds herself alone with them. Convinced that things are about to take a disastrous turn when the two men shift into bears, Lila is terrified. She is rescued by a sexy stranger and declares the bear shifters to be monsters. Jasper has always liked Lila, but as the alpha of his pack, his rule is not to fool around with humans and risk them finding out about the bears. Now that Lila knows the bears’ secret, Jasper must decide if this human is worth pursuing or if he must make her leave town for good. The Hunted (Rise Of The Alphas #4) Brooke is a dragon hunter, hell bent on getting revenge on Alexandria, the Dragon Queen of Pengle. She is ready to take Alexandria and her pack down to avenge the deaths of her parents, but then she sees Adonis, son of Alexandria, Prince of Pengle, and she starts to feel herself softening. Adonis knows he has to step up and help to protect his mother from the dragon hunter who has found their town. But when his dragon catches the hunter’s scent, suddenly, he has other ideas about what he would like to do with her. Will Brooke and Adonis find a way to put their differences aside, or will one of them end up winning the battle and losing their heart? Will either of them manage to fulfil their destinies, or will they become each other’s destiny? Returning To The Dragon (Rise Of The Alphas #5) When Koy’s best friend’s sister, Lacey, returns to their village after six years, Koy knows he’s in trouble. Lacey is everything he has ever dreamed of, and his inner beast won’t let him forget it. Being with him is dangerous. As the alpha of his dragon pack, any mate of his will become a target to his enemies and Koy will do anything to protect Lacey from danger. Can Koy silence his inner beast and listen to his head and stay away from Lacey? Or will his animal instincts take over and claim Lacey as his mate, plunging her into a world so different to her own? Lost Land (Rise Of The Alphas #6) Acclaimed magic historian Ellie is just trying to live an ordinary, magic life. She’s finally getting her life going and making real strides towards making it in the world when she is kidnapped by dragons who are known for killing witches like her. Brought before the dragon king in chains, she’s presented with a choice: help him with a dangerous mission to investigate a cursed, abandoned island sealed off centuries ago from the world, or else. What was supposed to be a quick in and out to a forgotten island becomes something far more intense and passionate as she realizes the chemistry between her and the dragon king, a forbidden romance between two species who have killed each other for millennia. While they begin to fall for each other, they uncover that the reasons that the island was barred off is still there, and still very much alive. Alpha’s Hostage (Rise Of The Alphas #7) I moved to New Orleans to escape a dark past. I had never really believed in the supernatural or other beings I didn’t truly understand, but then the unthinkable happened… After being taken hostage by two wolves, I don’t know how I will make it out of this situation alive. My only flicker of hope appears when they finally take me to their alpha. He wants me as much as I want him, but when my past is discovered, I don’t know if he’ll ever let me go. Forbidden Bear AKA Forbidden (Rise Of The Alphas #8) When Madeline comes home from college, she is dreading having to see her annoying stepbrother again. But when she sees him, she isn’t prepared for the instant effect he has on her. She tries to explain away her feelings, but they are too strong, and she knows that she has to have him. Will she be able to get past the fact that he’s her stepbrother? And what will happen when she finds out Ethan is a wolf shifter? Way Out West Shifter (Rise Of The Alphas #9) First Shift (Rise Of The Alphas #10) Cleo is the black sheep of her family - a wolf shifter who refuses to embrace her true self and turn into a wolf. She is used to the ridicule and the laughter, and when Zane, the hottest shifter in her pack, starts talking to her out of the blue, she is just waiting for the taunting to start. But Zane doesn’t want to ridicule Cleo - he finds her refusal to blindly conform to the pack mentality noble. Unable to resist their powerful attraction, he kisses her for the first time, changing the courses of both of their lives. But then Zane’s father, the alpha of their pack, is killed and it is beginning to look more and more like Cleo is the killer. Has Cleo’s refusal to follow the rules gone a step too far, or is there another killer in their midst? Zane must find out before it’s too late and the life of another pack member is taken. And before he loses Cleo forever. Waking The Dragon (Rise Of The Alphas #11) Brinley has run away from home, and for good reason. The young witch is to be married off by her father to a rude upstart of a warlock, and she doesn’t understand why. Setting out on her own, Brin meets Garrick. With the witch very sick of men telling her what to do, the two don’t get off to a good start. And spirited Brin doesn’t bat an eyelid when she finds out the tall, handsome stranger in the vintage suit is, in fact, the Dragon King of Europe, and more than that, he’s centuries old. Initially, it seems an unfortunate coincidence that Garrick and Brin’s fates are more intertwined than they could have imagined. As the twenty-five-year-old witch’s powers begin to fully manifest, it becomes clear that she has a role to play in helping Garrick and his council of immortals save the magical world. As they work together, and a plan begins to form, her and Garrick’s feelings for one another grow as well. But can he give her the space she needs to become the witch she is supposed to be? And will Brin realize that love is right under her nose, and that first impressions should sometimes be discounted? Each story in this series features a bad boy shifter hero. Intended for 18+ readers due to adult content.

    Their merchant father died trying to reclaim his fortune and left them to eke out a living in a village far from their home in the city. But when Bryony is caught in a snowstorm and takes refuge in an abandoned manor, she stumbles into a house full of dark enchantments. Is the Beast that lives there her captor, or a fellow prisoner? Is the house her enemy or her ally? And why are roses blooming out of season in the courtyard? Armed only with gardening shears and her wits, Bryony must untangle the secrets of the house before she—or the Beast—are swallowed by them.