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The Pale by Jay Fabares Sanders Fabares When a mysterious corpse is found on the outskirts of Rocket Ridge, a face blind FBI linguist travels to the small Arizona town to resume his search for an elusive killer. Agent Franklin Ink must work with the small town sheriff's department and a Navajo police officer to uncover the truth, all while hiding the fact that he's not acting on behalf of the bureau. Soon, he will find out that he's not the only one keeping secrets. The Pale is a character driven murder mystery which has often been compared to shows like True Detective, Fargo, and Twin Peaks. |
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The Alpha King's Fated Mate by Rowena Aiello An obedient daughter. A mysterious king. The chance to save their pack...or watch it crumble beneath their feet. I've been crushed and I can only blame myself. Literally, it's my fault. I wasn't careful enough with the Magic Academy's potions, and ended up Bonding myself to our Alpha King. Seriously. This was such a dumb move. I've worked with magic before. I thought I was better than this. Guess not.Not only is this the opposite of what I wanted to do, it's the very thing my parents have been working so hard for, despite the target this position now paints on my back. So I'm trying my best not to get killed by my bloodthirsty rivals, and guess what? It turns out, the Alpha King isn't the person my family led me to believe he would be, and that the people I call family are not only wrong, but traitorous. They expect me to obey them, but if I do, everything in our world will be destroyed. If I explain my side, will they listen to me, given my new role as Alpha Queen? Or will my refusal to do as I'm told make me more enemies than friends out of my loved ones? THE ALPHA KING'S FATED MATE is book one in the Shifter Country trilogy. |
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Imogen is a bunny-girl tired of spending every mating season horny and alone. Deciding to brave the dating scene, she tries apps and blind dates before finally going to a club and meeting Jordan, a butch wolf-hybrid who is more than willing to partner up with her for the season. Together, they check off a list of kinks the bunny wants to try, and maybe, fall a little in love with each other along the way. |
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The Sin Of Angels by Enoli Lee Leliel is unsure of her place in heaven, constantly feeling left out and forgotten as the angels around her form connections and partnerships. Enter Verchiel and Sachiel, the archangel and cherub couple who seem to be smitten with her. Leliel is wary, wanting something permanent and not just a few rolls in the sheets with the two. Together, they explore and find pleasure in each other while the couple tries to convince Leliel that the feelings they have for her are real and not fleeting. A novella about three angels exploring each other, relationships, and what it means to love. Featuring an autistic, disabled transfem angel, an audhd transmasc angel, and an autistic cis man angel. |
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An Obsession Of Angels by Enoli Lee Amiel loves his garden, it's his safe space away from the judging eyes of heaven. He never had reason to suspect someone was watching him there as well, someone willing to lay a bear trap in his path. Luckily for Amiel, Ben is there to find him and nurse him back to health. But as he starts to fall for his caretaker, he soon begins to feel like Ben is hiding something as well, and maybe not all is as it seems. |
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K47 is a robot who is becoming human against his wishes. Unable to complete his programming due to the metamorphosis, the robot finds himself in a battle with an emotion chip, the law, and the very people who stand to profit from his mission. Heâll have his day in court to fight for legal rights for androids, but surviving the challenge may be too much for his system to bear. Life Extension LLC began selling android clones to wealthy business people shortly before the second mission to Mars was announced. The mechanical duplicates were designed to carry a rich personâs affairs to their logical conclusion in the event the upper crust socialite passed away unexpectedly. The units were physically identical to their purchaser and their internal memory core was loaded with every detail of the personâs life. Transfer of those memories, thought patterns, and reactions were done upon delivery and updated by the user as they saw fit. Equipped with the ownerâs vocal patterns, a Life Extension Unit spoke exactly the same, even when switching to another language. The LEUâs purpose was to finalize contracts, pay any outstanding debts, and see to the dispersal of funds to the heirs. For those who could afford the seven-figure price and thousands of dollars of monthly maintenance, it was the perfect way to guarantee their empire would be dealt with in a manner consistent with their desires and lifestyle. Lawyers could interpret a personâs Last Will and Testament as they saw fit. Even a probate judge could rule that a certain statement had several meanings and then choose the one he liked best. An android was a machine with a program. It only had the ability to see issues as either black or white. Gray was not an option. Until now. |
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Queer Resistance by Kassandra Morgan A Confession for Two is a poem written from the depths of myself. From my teenage and young adult years spent living in shame until finding my voice as a bisexual woman living her truth unafraid as an adult, this peace holds all those emotions. |
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Ninja Punks @*&% OFF! by Jeff Nelson Punk rock is a repudiation of society-a critique of something shiny at its surface but corrupt and rotten just beneath. For all the perfect bodies, smiles, and jawlines that ascend to the spotlight's apex, punk rock as a subculture permeates its underbelly, demanding you notice modern life's imperfection. In Mamaroneck, New York, Brian Stratton's soul burns amid his lukewarm suburban surroundings. Seeing no escape, he rebels, finding catharsis for his sorrow in the local punk scene. After he sneaks backstage at his favorite band's first concert in the US, he finds the room bloody and Keisuke Fuma-celebrity by day, ninja for the yakuza by night-standing over the dead bodies. But the winds of fate bring strange rumblings, and the duo end up on a journey of discovery that turns their attention away from their woes and toward something much more terrifying-the unknown for Brian, and the all too familiar for Keisuke. "Ninja Punks, @*&% Off is guaranteed to take you on a wild ride. The detailed, expertly crafted fight scenes don't just create unbearable tension-they immerse you in every heart-pounding moment. Each character is distinct, from those living double lives to those just figuring themselves out, which brings a whole new level of intrigue to the story. Author Jeff Nelson masterfully weaves subtle hints of past and future events, which kept me hooked from page to page. It's a thrilling, adrenaline-fueled read that you won't be able to put down. If you're craving a novel packed with crime, action, and true ninja grit, this is an absolute must-read!" - Holly Robilliard, Author of Heartbound: The Cursed Fae "A fun, fast, and creative novel whose crossover between times and genres gives the reader little time to catch their breath. Highly recommended." - Robert Drysdale, Author of Opening Closed Guard, BJJ Black Belt and World Champion |
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A Million Spinning Moons by MJ Anthony Sometimes a family is an onion farmer discovering herself on sabbatical, her alien girlfriend, and their arctic moon. A short, sapphic romance/coming out story starring a trans protagonist. |
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Tending Clay; Unearthing Stars by MJ Anthony Today I am learning to take anxiety by the hand and teach this trembling, fragile beast that we are (and yet will be) okay. In their debut collection, MJ Anthony navigates a complicated web of intersecting topics such as complex trauma, neurodiversity, lasting illness, and practicing self-love in a body long-alienated from you. Alongside the reader, the author combs tangles into threads and weaves them into a gentler future, re unifying selves and stories both old and new. Part hurting, part healing, and wholly original, Tending Clay, Unearthing Stars is a love letter to everyone living with a broken body or a troubled mind. |
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Journeys of PearlHeart by Keilani McConnell âA wholesome fantasy with sailing ships, a family of gods, the unique magic system that they gifted their people, and an underlying mystery affecting all in the world. â Captain Rath and his crew aboard PearlHeart carry cargo and provide passage for people to wherever they would like to go. Near the end of their fifth journey, Fenrir - their first mate and navigator - has to leave and Rath needs to find replacements for both roles for them to continue safely. Their last delivery will take them to the North, an area known for its dangerous Winters. For readers of all ages who enjoy stories with strong characters, diverse relationships, and marked with subtle humor and heart. |
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366 Days of One-Hit Wonders by Matt Whitaker 366 Days of One-Hit Wonders is a yearlong expiration into bands and artists who only managed to score one Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. Each day of the calendar year represents a different song that peaked on that date in history. |
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This story is about you. You're lost in the snowy wastes with a terrible hunger and a sweet voice in your ears. |
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A short tale of a man with many regrets, such as not waiting for his husband to check out their new apartment, but mostly a criminal lack of affordable housing forcing him to take it despite all of the red flags. |
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Hazel believes the creaking of her bones is due to age, disuse, or maybe diet...until the whispers start. |
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Miriam should be happy with what she's got and stop obsessing about the portraits. |
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Can't you see me? by Amber Reinke Madelyn died a few weeks ago, which is fine, she's fine, but her wife and kids haven't noticed yetâŠand that's less fine. She needs them to see her, to know she's gone, how else can she move on? |
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In Lake Bounty, a small lakeside town shrouded in mystery, magic isn't just in the water and airâit permeates everything. Elana and Jerome have reincarnated together throughout time and now find themselves at the center of Lake Bounty's secretive magical community. When a demonic hatred surfaces, threatening the very magic that sustains the town, Elana must sacrifice herself to save Jerome and their newfound family, but risk destroying her and Jerome's entwined destiny and the power of reincarnation itself. As their found family unravels and malevolent power mirrors the dark depths of the lake, Elana and Jerome must confront the core of their beingsâindividually and togetherâto banish this darkness and save not only each other, but their entire world. Being Magic is a modern, spiritual fantasy intertwined with romance, quirky characters, and a deeper exploration of connection and being. |
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Hell or High Winter by Andrew Rubin What is the Messenger of the Gods to do when no one is listening anymore... Screw around for the rest of eternity, thatâs what! At least, thatâs what Hermes thought the rest of his immortality would be in the modern world. That is, until his beloved sister Persephone, Goddess of Spring, is kidnapped for a second time (so annoying when that happens), threatening to plunge earth into Eternal Winter. Now Hermes has to do the thing heâs dreaded most⊠Grow the hell up. So, can Hermes man-up and return to hell? Can the Greek God of Messengers, Tricksters, Thieves, and Herds (WTF thatâs random), bastard child of Zeus with luscious locks of blond hair all the nymphs love to twirl⊠Can that god rescue Persephone and save the world? Hermes is about to find out. |
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When Shohari agreed to transport human refugees, she expected routine cargoâbut found a love that could tear her apart. Captain Shohariâs spines are crushed under the force of her familyâs impossible demands. If she doesnât meet her quota, sheâll be forced to marry a stranger and lose the trading ship and crew she loves. To free herself from her parentsâ machinations, she'll take any extra shipment she can, even alien refugees. The last thing she needs is a distraction. Heâs dangerous cargo. The moody and monstrous captain is Garrisonâs ticket to safety, but once he gets a taste of her, he canât get enough. Everything he's been searching for is right here: the home he needs, the love he wants, and the chance to be her hero. Heâd give her the stars, if sheâd give them a chance. With the threat of her arranged marriage looming, a forbidden mate bond would spell lifelong agony for Shohari. She needs to leave him behindâno matter how much she wants him to stay. Tempting Cargo is spicy futuristic MF sci-fi alien romance featuring a protective cinnamon roll hero and a grumpy take-charge heroine with attitude. Pick up this forced proximity, hurt-comfort romance and be transported into Lyra Strakeâs starkissed galaxy. Each book in the Starkissed Mates series can be read as a standalone. No cheating, pregnancy, or slavery. Happily ever after guaranteed. |
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Captured by the Scaled Outlaw by Nathalia Rui âNow be a good girl and hold still while I eat you.â After a humiliating demotion, scientist May is sent on a solo mission to the harsh and unforgiving Sandpit Desert â only to be captured by the continentâs most wanted eco-terrorist group: Gaia 4. With her life on the line, May strikes a risky deal with the leader of the group â a towering, hot-headed Lizardfolk named Lowell. Despite his reputation for eating humans, Lowellâs interest in May seems to extend beyond the means of simple hunger. As the two journey together to right a wrong from Mayâs troubled past, danger lurks at every step⊠but so do the unexpected flames of desire. Trapped between survival and seduction, May must face a terrifying truth: she and the monster she once feared may not be so different after all. *** Captured by the Scaled Outlaw is an enemies-to-lovers monster romance, entailing forced proximity, possessiveness, and violence. This novel contains explicit content and is not intended for anyone under the age of 18. |
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Under a Fractured Sky by Rachel Jones The universe is tearing. The year is 2180. In the aftermath of global collapse, PANGAEA rebuilt Earth with the promise of order, while hiding a festering reality. Dr Lilliana Hayes lives for the stars and her daughter, but when she uncovers a devastating secret, everything changes. The Big Rip isnât just a theory anymore. Blackmailed into helping complete the Gateway â a portal to another universe â Lily is horrified to learn the true cost of survival. As reality fractures and time distorts, she wonders if peace lies not in escape, but in letting go. Under a Fractured Sky is an apocalyptic sci-fi thriller told through interweaving perspectives, where the greatest threat isnât the end of the universe, but what humanity will do to outrun it. |
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Some people say theyâre drawn to the light. Not me. Iâve always found beauty in the broken pieces, the cracks that people hide behind polite smiles and hollow words. She wasnât looking for anyone. And I wasnât supposed to want someone like her. But the second I saw her, everything else faded. Her silence was louder than any scream. Her eyes? Full of storms. And me? Iâve always had a thing for beautiful disasters. |
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Valley of Secrets by H. L. Moore This city of fools will be brought to order! Deposed, her father presumed dead, her friends slaughtered and the cavern in chaos, Grace Harrington is on the run and entirely alone. The only ally she has left is the man she hates most in the world: Nathaniel Morgenstern, the assassin who murdered her mother and seduced her father. Graceâs only hope of reclaiming the throne and saving her people is to seek the aid of Ăamon Tadhg, the High Druid of Arajon. But she needs to survive the hostile streets of Iole City before she can even think about fleeing to the Violet Valley. Nathaniel made a vow to Doran to protect Grace, but he could never have imagined how quickly and horrifically their lives would fall apart. Grieving the dual losses of the man he loved and his new friend Tsa Lien, Nathaniel devotes himself to the service of the overthrown Lady Archon who despises him â even if it costs him everything he is. |
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Beneath the Brine by Amber Reinke A cautionary tale written by a former pirate as he copes with the quiet, lonely horror of being lost at sea. |
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A one night stand on Halloween night finds a man with a clown nose that wonât come off, giggles in his veins and a sinking suspicion itâll only get weirder. |
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A Perfect Fantasy by Mark Aeschlimann The second their eyes locked in passing, Will felt something he hadnât felt in so long, heâd almost forgotten what it was. He wasnât sure heâd ever feel it againâespecially not after her. But the truth of it buzzed through him from head to toeâŠAttraction. Will is a code monkey by day, and he likes his job well enoughâit pays the bills. But with forty creeping closer and the fallout of his divorce still in his rearview, writing is his only escape. His fantasy worlds are the one place where he can lose himself completely, a refuge from the depression and anxiety heâs wrestled with for years. This isnât the life he thought heâd be living, and most days, it feels like a pale shadow of the one he wanted. Daveyâhis friend and colleagueâhas a way of pulling Will out of his head, coaxing him out for drinks or just to unwind after work. But Will would rather stay safe in his shell. Being social still feels like too much, too loud, too risky. Jess has stopped believing in love altogether. Heartbreak and betrayal have been her only constants, so sheâs done setting herself up to be let down again. Sheâs happy enough in the pages of her favourite booksâfantastical worlds where the stakes feel real but the heartbreak is only fiction. Her family doesnât understand, but sheâs tired of explaining that she doesnât need a man to feel whole. A Perfect Fantasy is a no-spice, contemporary slow-burn romance that explores the weight of old wounds and the quiet courage it takes to step outside of comfort zones. When an unexpected encounter sparks a chance at something real, Will and Jess have to decide if risking their hearts is worth the fall. |
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Out with Lanterns by Hillary Bowen England, 1918. When Ophelia Blackwood joins the Womenâs Land Army, sheâs not only escaping her fatherâs imprudent matchmaking attempts, but also staking a claim for the freedom she has always sought. The work is hard, but she finally feels part of something larger than herself. The unexpected return of Silas Larke, as intriguing and attractive as ever, casts her desire for him against her hard-won independence. Injured at the Front, Silas returns to England to recover, but while his leg is on the mend, his disillusionment only grows. And the last thing he expects when assigned by the War Office to lend a hand on a local farm is to come face to face with the woman even the horrors of war couldnât erase from his mind. Ophelia and Silas fight the rising tide of their attraction, against the threat of wartime food shortages and the repossession of the farm. But can a woman who seeks independence and a man shaped by tradition find their way to each other? As their days in the fields blend into one long hot summer, Ophelia begins to wonder if, together, they might be a force to be reckoned with. |
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Irreconcilable Attractions by Kennedy Kidman Colton I thought owning my own place would mean I could dictate who could stay in my guest bedroomâespecially who could be living in it. But it seems my father has other plans, and now, at twenty-seven, I have a roommate for the first time, and itâs not by choice. Thankfully, Derek is a really cool guy, but the longer we spend together, the harder it is for me to keep a strict friendship between us. He says heâs straight, but the way he looks at me feels anything but platonic. Itâs taking everything in me not to jump his bones. But what would that do to our living situation and the friendship weâve built? Things arenât supposed to be this complicated, but Iâm starting to wish the summer would never end. Derek Life in a small town like Westwend, Texas is exactly what I need right nowâuncomplicated, mellow, and easy. As a family law attorney, stress is something Iâm more than accustomed to, but when Iâm on the edge of burnout and contemplating quitting law altogether, my old boss swoops in to save the day. Now Iâm moving to a blip of a town with the hopes it will help offer me a slower pace. Except when I fail to find somewhere to live due to the tourist season being in full swing, I find myself shacked up with my bossâs son. Youâd think it would be weird or awkward, but Colton and I quickly became friends. Itâs easy being around him, and I find myself feeling more comfortable with him than most people in my life. That is, until one basketball game between us changes everything for me. Iâd always thought I was straight, but now? Now Iâm realizing that Colton might be more to me than just my reluctant roommate. Irreconcilable Attractions is a small-town romance set in the Texas Hill Country and features two men who are just trying to figure out how to make the most of their situation. You can expect forced proximity, nosy neighbors, a bisexual awakening, and good ole Southern charm with a HEA while these two figure out that love can show up in the most unexpected ways. This is the first book in the Westwend Boys series. |
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When he found me I was broken, a shell of my former self. Going through the motions of life without really living it. Trauma lingered in my life like a shadow, creeping into my memories and invading my dreams, until he came along. Jax Beckett barged into my world with his irresistible charm, endless patience, and those dangerously good looks that could make any woman weak in the knees. He has me feeling emotions I thought were long gone. He shines a light into my otherwise dark existence, slowly helping me to rebuild myself with every intimate touch. Could this be my chance at love? It all seems a little too good to be true. |
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The Tongue is Sharp by Kassandra Morgan An anthology of feminine rage for women by women. - My excerpt for this anthology is from my upcoming dark historical vampiric fantasy novel entitled Secrets of the Moon. Itâs rooted in real world Old Bohemian in the Czech Republic but with re-imagined history, historical figures and places. It follows the story of a young girl named Kamaria as she struggles to find a place in her world, especially since sheâs not human. The excerpt you have here is from a late chapter where Kamaria decides she must save herself. Refusing to bend to the will of a man any further, she releases all the rage sheâs held within. |
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Accused of murder. Hunted by magic. A city of secrets waiting to unravel. In Death Rattle, murder mystery collides with urban fantasy in a twisty coming-of-age tale where nothing is what it seems. Clarke Carpenter, a 30-year-old nanny and student, craves more than her ordinary lifeâsomething magical, something meaningful. But when her roommate is found dead and all signs point to Clarke, her plans for a fresh start crumble fast. As she races to clear her name, Clarke stumbles into a hidden world pulsing just beneath the city streetsâa world of fae, shadows, and forgotten power. The truth? It might just be darker than the crime she didnât commit. Start the Death Book Series today and follow Clarkeâs journey through murder, magic, and the messiness of becoming who you were meant to be. |
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Closure May Never Come by PD Doling When a romantic holiday ends in tragedy, Rob Wyatt is determined to help his wife, Vikki, recover from her accident. As he fights to restore her to her former self, an ancient evil begins to manipulate their lives. Robâs growing suspicion leads him to a chilling realisation: that the soul heâs trying to save may no longer be human⊠--- Perfect for fans of Stephen King's Bag of Bones, Mike Gayle meets H.P. Lovecraft in this genre-spanning, gothic-tinged tale of love, commitment, and paranormal suspense. |
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The Blood of Queens by Alex C. Pierce What happens when you take a thief and a con-man, that everyone thinks is a monster that should be locked away, and make him captain of the Queen's personal bodyguard? Gossip, treachery, and paperwork... So much paperwork. Ren's appointment as Warden, the Queen's personal bodyguard and head of her security has created something of a stir in the walled realm of Lenmar. Opposition to his mere presence within the Crystal Palace is high, and old schemes and rivalries are kindled anew as the tension builds between the nobility and the factions pushing for change. Ren just wants to keep the Queen safe, solve the mystery of his mentor's disappearance, and figure out why, Haim, who'd saved his life and been his accomplice on more than one occassion, was avoiding him. An attack on the eve of the Moon Festival, when the Council of Nobles is set to convene, provides the spark to ignite a chain of events that threatens the very foundations that have kept the people of Lenmar safe, and puts everyone Ren cares about in danger. |
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Lydia Johnstone has spent her entire adult life orchestrating every interaction, manipulating every relationship, maintaining absolute dominance in every room she enters. The brilliant masters student in behavioral science knows exactly how to exploit weaknesses, and ensure she's always three steps ahead. It's how she's survived. It's how she's thrived. Then she meets Professor James Matthews. British. Brilliant. Utterly unbreakable. From their first confrontation in his behavioral science seminar, Lydia recognizes something she's never encountered before: a mind that matches hers, a will that cannot be bent, and eyes that see straight through every calculated defense she's constructed. Their collaboration on groundbreaking trauma research should be purely academic. Professional. Bounded by the rigid parameters that define every aspect of Matthews' controlled existence. But as late nights in his office blur into intellectual intimacy, as his methodical approach to understanding human behavior begins to transform how Lydia understands herself, the boundaries between professor and student, researcher and subject, begin to fracture. But this isn't a simple story of a student falling for her professor, nor a professor taking advantage of his student. SIR... is a dark academia romance that explores the psychology of power, the neuroscience of desire, and the profound intimacy that can exist when two people risk everything to be truly seen. It's about trauma and healing, control and surrender, the spaces between strength and vulnerability where genuine connection becomes possible. For readers who crave: Intelligent, psychologically complex characters Authentic D/s dynamics with emotional depth Dark academia settings with genuine intellectual discourse Slow-burn intensity that builds to devastating emotional intimacy Romance that challenges conventional power dynamics Stories where vulnerability is the ultimate act of courage |
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A Storm for Christmas by S. R. Garcia "Dearest Doctor Thomas..." Despite societyâs demands, Doctor Bertram Thomas has no intention of finding a mate after retiring from the Navy. Unfortunately, life in the coastal town of Thurlestone is peaceful to the point of boredom. A desperate attempt to alleviate the growing loneliness has him writing to an old friend. "Dearest Noah..." Noah Gale never expected to receive a letter from his late fatherâs old friend. He certainly isnât expecting further letters to arrive after he informs the man of his fatherâs passing. While his aunt has designs on finding him an alpha, Noah finds his thoughts filled with the letters from kind Doctor Thomas. Until scandal leaves him fumbling for solid ground. When Noah arrived at Thomasâs door with only an injured dog in hand, the pair find themselves snowed in as the tension built through their letters becomes impossible to ignore. A storm is coming⊠and it brought more than a new puppy. This is a loosely Regency-inspired MM omegaverse romance that contains age gap. |
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Portals of the Lost by Aleyna Hines Eva has spent her life as an outsider. Now, she is trapped in a world that sees her as something much worseâa monster. When Eva is dragged into the world of a book, she is met not with the fantasy she always dreamed of, but with chains. Imprisoned on accusations of unleashing terrifying creatures upon the people of Abhaile, she is forced to strike a deal to untangle the truth behind the portals letting them in. As she journeys through its mystical lands, the injustices of this world come to light. A tyrannical King who is hellbent on enslaving those beneath him mirrors the cruelty she experienced within the foster system and the line between enemy and ally blurs. Evaâs search becomes about so much more than her innocence as the secrets of ancient magic unravel before her, pushing her toward a fate she isnât ready for. Will her feelings of unworthiness be enough for her to walk away, or will her rage demand she fight back? |
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In 1871, Elise Knight made a deal with the devil: craft a powerful violin in exchange for her fiancĂ©âs resurrection. When Eliseâs fiancĂ© dies, she would do anything to get him backâeven if that means striking a sinister bargain with Cassius McCalmont, an exotic collector whose oddity exhibit is downright astonishing. After seeing Cassiusâs otherworldly flute work its magic, Elise begs her father for an apprenticeship, eager to make the seemingly simple sacrifice required to bring her beloved back from the dead: give Cassius a violin of her own making. But before she can finish, Eliseâs father falls deathly ill. Even Cassiusâs elixirs canât restore his health for long, and her fatherâs dying wish may very well be Eliseâs undoing. Now she faces a grim choice: obey her father and let him pass in peace, or trust the man who promises her power over the grave. The Violin is a spine-chilling gothic horror revolving around the macabre magic of music. With paranormal powers, atmospheric horror, and chilling twists, it will leave you up well into the witching hour. Lose yourself in the supernatural suspense and eerie ambiance of this dark Victorian world! |
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Spirits of the Relentless by Morgan Biscup To lead others, he must first embrace who he was â and what he must become. After the Turncoat Armadaâs surrender, Void necromancer Shane Lawrence is left with a command he never sought and a fleet without a sanctuary. At risk of retribution from both the planet they tried to conquer and their vengeful former allies, the fleetâs only hope lies with Shaneâs ability to find them a new home. He sets his sights on the uninhabited planet TR-75, but there's a catch: Planet TR-75 is claimed by the planet herself. âJanikk,â the lone surviving soul of an ancient civilization, whispers her name on the winds and commands the wildlife to repel intruders. To secure a future for his fleet, Shane must do more than communicate with the long-dead; he must win the favor of Janikkâs guardian, face the ghosts of his past, and earn the approval of a planet that is anything but empty. |
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In Spite of the Inevitable by Morgan Biscup The past isn't the only thing that won't stay dead. Hiding from his violent history as a revered Void necromancer within the Sparnell Confederation, single father Shane Lawrence has finally built a quiet life. On the freehold planet of Baden he can pour his energy into the only thing that now matters: the safety and upbringing of his precocious son, Jake. All too soon, the Confederation targets Baden for annexation, confronting Shane once more with his treasonous past. Worse, the invading force is led by none other than Shane's manipulative former mentor, Admiral Kydell. Shane's every instinct screams to run, to hide Jake even further from Sparnell â but Baden is home. This time he could choose to make a stand and defend the entire planet, not just his son. But that means turning to the very skills he swore he'd leave behind⊠In Spite of the Inevitable is the first installment in the five-book Mordena Dawn space opera fantasy series, detailing the founding of the costly Mordena mercenaries and their rise from piratical deserters to ferocious and effective defenders of the independent Freehold planets. When powerful galactic empires seek to devour innocents whole, there's no hired force better prepared to stand against them. |
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Donât go to work the world is ending by Paul Dalton In 1666, a dragon attacked London, only to vanish, leaving a baker to take the blame. Now, Jackâa routine-loving physics teacherâis thrust into adventure after unwittingly pocketing a dragon scale at dinner. Soon, he's chased across London by criminals and dives into a hidden world of restless ghosts, judgmental gods, and creatures craving corporate jargon. Rescued by Muriel, a witch with a lot on her plate, Jack is introduced to her shed-dwelling bosses, The Laurels, who task them with finding the dragon and stopping someone doing something serious with it. Joined by Murielâs artist girlfriend, Nisha, they must stop a ruthless gangsterâs plot to seize the dragonâs power for herself...if the dragon doesnât wake up first, that is. |
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the promise before time by n morgan Before the first dawn, a vow was spoken. Before the stars burned, a promise was broken. Now, as shadows fracture the heavens, two souls are drawn into a war older than memory. One carries the weight of a lineage erased from history. The other hides a truth that could unravel the fabric of existence itself. Bound by love, hunted by destiny, they must decide: Will they honor the promise before time⊠or surrender to the silence after it? For readers who crave cosmic fantasy, gothic romance, and thrillerâpaced tension, The Promise Before Time is a haunting journey through fractured skies, forbidden vows, and the eternal cost of devotion. |
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Unknown Number by Victoria Hyder On a dull Wednesday evening, Lucas receives a text from an unknown number. He ignores it, only to have more messages spam his phone. With nothing better to do, he finds himself diving into a rapid-fire back and forth text chain with a young man he has no business speaking to. To his surprise, the stranger messages him again. He doesn't know why he replies. Something about this guy is coaxing his barriers down with his witty banter, sarcastic remarks and damned emoticons! Lucas, however, is not a people person. Never was, never will be. He has a small circle of friends, no contact with his family and has been single for a very long time. He suffers deeply with dark, personal traumas that manifests in behaviour that usually pushes everyone away. So, why is this kid sticking around? Lucas wishes he would be braver with what he can feel growing between them. Is it just one sided? Should he take a risk on a literal stranger? And what will happen when the kid finds out his age? |
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Wren Winters and her friends road trip to an annual gaming convention anticipating a fun getaway, not danger and a dead body. Itâs been two years since game store owner Wren Wintersâ husband died in a mysterious road accident, and she finally feels ready to attend the industryâs biggest gathering. Sheâs a little spooked because the event was where her husband had sent her a final text claiming heâd discovered something unexpected, but Wren is determined to push aside her doubts, purchase new games for her store and have fun. Instead, she and her gaming group stumble onto a famous cosplayer strangled with her own lanyard, and the police are side-eyeing Wren. Then the threats begin, and Wren uncovers a new lead on her husbandâs death. Surely, she can piece together what happened to Marcus at this very convention, despite the danger lurking around every corner. But the clock is ticking to solve the murder before weekend ends, when all the suspects will scatter like pieces swept off a board. Will she be able to trap a murderer before she becomes another victim? |
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A Murder of Secrets & Lies by Deja Colleen Welcome to Monster Island, a reality television competition where monsters of all kinds compete for a chance of a lifetime: to live on the forbidden island on which they compete. But before they can even earn the chance to fully compete, they have to navigate the academic setting of one of the islandâs most prestigious universities. After twenty-five years of providing thrills and chills to the world wondering what secrets this island holds, this year is sure to be life changing. Promising plot twists and cliffhangers, this is sure to be your greatest guilty pleasure. |
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From This Day Forward by Wendy Haller Newlyweds Jay and Emmaline Ellis are the picture-perfect couple, excitedly charting the course of their lives together. Their dreams are big, their plans carefully crafted, and their love unwaveringâuntil a devastating accident turns their world upside down. When Jay sustains a traumatic brain injury, the couple is thrust into an emotional and physical battle they never anticipated. As their future takes a drastically different shape, they must confront questions they never thought theyâd face: Is love enough when the life you planned doesnât seem possible? Can hope mend what feels broken? From this day forward, theyâll have to decide whether to hold on to the promises they made or let tragedy break the future they once planned together. A story of heartbreak, resilience, and the transformative power of love, this story asks: From this day forward, for better or worse, can you hold onto love when everything else feels lost? |
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The Shadow Sisters by Matthew Cesca A life of lies and betrayal. Anjia has trained her entire life to become a Sister of the Temple of Kyrsma, Goddess of Love and Light. She knows one of two fates await her on Ascension Day, a life of service or a gruesome death. But as the day of her ascension comes and she is sworn to the temple, her life is no longer her own. A terrible truth is revealed to her â the temple is corrupted by the shadow demon, Khimital. And with her ascension, Anjia is now bound to it. Along with the other sisters of the Temple, Anjia is forced to work as an assassin for the Khimital, whose only desire is to spread darkness in the world once strong with Kyrsmaâs light. With each mission, the sisters perform unspeakable acts that darken their souls. Defiance is met with dominance as each sister learns that having the Khimital's influence take control of their bodies is worse than carrying out these deadly deeds on their own. The Khimital is not without benevolence though. With each mission completed, the Khimital offers new powers and mastery of the shadows. Anjia must accept this new life that was thrust upon her and the sins she must commit in the Khimital's name. The longer Anjia is forced to serve, the deadlier she becomes. And the more power the Khimital gives her, the more she begins to embrace this new destiny⊠|
