Beauty in the Tower: A Combined Retelling of Sleeping Beauty & Rapunzel (Realms of Caelia Book 1) by Sara Farnsworth

A stolen princess, a powerful curse, and a prince desperately trying to change their fate. Alora can't remember a time when she wasn't imprisoned in a tower. When a cryptic old wizard breaks her out, she learns overwhelming truths about her identity and destiny: she's a princess, prophesied to bring about the downfall of an evil sorceress, and cursed to sleep until true love's kiss wakes her. Prince Aldric spends years searching for both his missing family and his lost betrothed. When a wounded Princess Alora collapses in his arms, he's determined to help her break her curse and capture the sorceress who tore his family apart. With Aldric's help, Alora learns to harness a power she barely understands as her fated sleep looms ever closer. Will it be enough to defeat the powerful sorceress who cursed her, or will Alora and Aldric's happily ever after be over before it can even begin? Realms of Caelia is a series of interconnected combined fairy tale retellings. Each book weaves two traditional tales together into a unique story. They are best enjoyed in order. If you like sweet and clean romances, moments of hilarity, and magical fairy tales with happily ever after endings, then Realms of Caelia is for you! Recommended reading age: 12+

Her Darling Wolf (Regency Magic Faerie Tales Book 8) by Eliza Prokopovits

She wants nothing to do with her best friend’s brother. He wants nothing more than to win her over. Miss Emma Darling is content—living with her mother and grandmother, gardening, practicing her healing and illusions, and avoiding any attempts at matchmaking. Nothing can change that, not even her best friend’s brother—her own former friend—returning to town. Kane Peters can’t for the life of him understand why Emma loathes him so completely. They were such good friends before he left for university, and she never seemed to mind that, thanks to his family curse, he spent half his time as a wolf. He always imagined that they’d end up married, but there’s no hope of that unless he can find out what he did wrong and fix it. Emma, barely willing to tolerate Kane for his sister’s sake, unexpectedly finds herself needing his help when her step-cousin arrives for a surprise visit. She’s the only one who finds Richard’s behavior suspicious, but she’s convinced he’s up to something and determined to find proof. Can Emma and Kane sort out their differences before Richard enacts his diabolical—or perhaps perfectly innocent—plan? Enjoy this YA retelling of "Little Red Riding Hood," set in a magical Regency England perfect for fans of Disney who want Pride and Prejudice hand flex vibes. The Regency Magic Faerie Tales are clean and cozy YA romantasy fairy tale retellings. Each is a standalone with a happily ever after, and they can be read in any order.

Imprisoned Slumber (Displaced Fairytales Series) by Camille Peters

In a castle of secrets and a garden of dreams, love may be the key to awakening them both. Mirelle is a skilled thief who steals not for riches, but for the stories hidden in the objects she touches. Her magic allows her to glimpse secrets of the past—memories locked within trinkets, relics, and forgotten heirlooms. During a dangerous heist, an abandoned castle suddenly appears. Inside lies a forbidden object that only royal blood can touch…and it calls to her. When Mirelle dares to lay her hands upon it, she’s swept into a trial to determine the heir to the throne—one left vacant after the previous prince vanished without a trace. Before she can escape, that night she awakens in a dream-bound garden of roses and thorns, where time stands still and nothing is quite what it seems. The only other soul trapped there is a nameless gardener who tends to the withering blooms. But when Mirelle wakes, the world has changed. The ruined castle is whole again, and the kingdom believes she is the long-lost princess cursed into slumber. By day she attempts to navigate the intrigue of the royal court, while at night she's drawn deeper into the dream realm. As Mirelle and the mysterious man from her dreams begin to fall in love across the veil of sleep, a curse descends—one that threatens not only the waking world, but the fading memory of the man who haunts her dreams whose face begins to resemble someone long lost. To uncover the truth, Mirelle must unravel the palace’s secrets, break the curse, and rescue the man trapped in her dreams—before she loses herself to the world of sleep forever. Torn from one fairytale and trapped in the Displaced Fairytales series is a multi-author fairy tale retelling series of standalones from your favorite sweet closed door young adult romance authors. IMPRISONED SLUMBER is Princess and the Pea meets Sleeping Beauty, featuring forbidden love with a love interest who may or may not be the villain.

The Beast's Magician (Regency Magic Faerie Tales Book 2) by Eliza Prokopovits

His beastly personality is worse than his fur and fangs, but she's ready to deal with anything for the job he offers. With her father's estate entailed, Isabelle Morton has but two options for securing her future: marriage or becoming a governess. Having no interest in her village's most eligible bachelor, she's prepared to choose the latter—until she receives an unexpected job offer involving magic, books, and best of all, no spoiled children. Thomas Hughes, the reclusive Duke of Harborough, has an ulterior motive for hiring his beautiful new magician. To break the Faerie curse that stole his own magic and hideously transformed him, he needs to fall in love. But with claws and fangs, he can hardly look for a wife in a London ballroom. Can Isabelle see past the fur and the fangs to save the man beneath? Is the monstrous duke even worth saving? Enjoy this YA retelling of “Beauty and the Beast," set in a magical Regency England perfect for fans of Disney who want Pride and Prejudice hand flex vibes. The Regency Magic Faerie Tales are clean and cozy YA romantasy fairy tale retellings. Each is a standalone with a happily ever after, and they can be read in any order.

Her Fae Secret (Regency Magic Faerie Tales Book 1) by Eliza Prokopovits

A magically gifted debutante. A wounded veteran magician. A secret that could ruin everything. Eleanor Maybury and her sisters have spent the last five years secretly dancing at the Faerie Queen’s ball every Seventh Night, just as their late mother did when she was young. Now they’ve come to London for a debut Season in hopes of finding a good match. They’ll be barred from Faerie as soon as they get engaged, so they need to make the most of these last precious visits, even if it means magically opening the gate and sneaking away from busy social events. Due to the restoration of peace, James Weston has returned to England after seven years of service as a magician in the Royal Navy. He isn’t looking for a wife; he’s looking for a new career path. But he can’t deny that Eleanor is everything he’s ever wanted and more. He also can’t ignore the nagging hum of active magic that shouldn’t be present at a ball, which his military instincts demand that he investigate. To be discovered sneaking, without a chaperone, through a mysterious magical gateway would bring down scandal and ruin on Eleanor and her sisters, ending any hope of making a match at all. Both Eleanor and James are falling head over heels, but can their love survive her family’s secret? Enjoy this YA retelling of Grimm’s “Twelve Dancing Princesses” set in a magical Regency England, perfect for fans of Disney who want Pride and Prejudice hand-flex vibes. The Regency Magic Faerie Tales are clean and cozy YA romantasy fairy tale retellings. Each is a standalone with a happily ever after, and they can be read in any order.

Fairest Hunter: A Snow White and Robin Hood Retelling (The Favored's Curse Book 1) by M.K. Felix

A rebellious huntress. A cursed prince. A coup to change it all. Rowena: The king spreads darkness with his words, and when he asks me to kill his own son, it’s the final tipping point for me. Guess that solves the issue of how to overthrow the tyrant. We’ll put Prince Alvor on the throne. Except, the Alvor before me is not the same one I knew growing up. This Alvor, well he’s entirely too alluring. He keeps tearing my walls down, reminding me that I'm not the only one who needs to fight for this kingdom. Alvor: With one glance into Rowena’s eyes, something changed. She has magic, and the more I reconnect with her, the more I'm sure she’s the key to saving our kingdom. But time is not on our side. I need to claim the throne before my father drives our kingdom into the ground with his greed. The only problem? I’m not ready to let Rowena sacrifice herself for me or my people. Especially not after she broke my curse and rekindled the sparks in my heart. Fairest Hunter is the first book in The Favored's Curse series. It is a clean romantasy fairytale retelling of Snow White and Robin Hood, but gender-flipped and combined. This clean fantasy romance book is for readers who want stories where light defeats darkness, characters learn to accept responsibility, and love is shown through service and sacrifice. This clean fantasy romance, with only kisses, no swearing, minimal violence, and uplifting themes is a story both teenagers and adults can enjoy.

Lady Scarlett: A Retelling of The Highwayman (The Favored's Curse) by M.K. Felix

A rebellious lady. A noble highwayman. A trade that will change their lives. Lady Marian Wessex Being a lady in the kingdom of Lyriva is not as glamorous as one might think, so when I have the chance to seize my destiny, I take it. Joining Robin Hood’s camp can only be an improvement over an arranged marriage to a foreign prince. Who knows, I may even fall for the handsome highwayman assigned to me. William Scarlett I’ve been an outlaw since Robin Hood faked my death three years ago. I’m shocked when the woman gallivanting in the forest in a fancy dress turns out to be a family friend from my past. I’m not ready to reveal my existence to Lady Marian yet. When she offers me a trade I can’t refuse, I find my feelings for her go deeper than I expected. But can I woo her and keep her safe as Robin Hood plans a coup? Lady Scarlett is a companion novella to the full-length novel Fairest Hunter. It is best read after Fairest Hunter as the events take place concurrently. This clean romantasy book is a retelling of Robin Hood and The Highwayman. For readers who want witty banter, swoony kisses, characters who won't sit around waiting for their happily ever after, and a wonderful dose of best friend's brother romance, this story is for you. With kissing only, no swearing, and light action, this book is perfect for teens and adults alike.

Illuminating the Magic: An Ugly Duckling Retelling by Ashley Mendoza

A Princess in exile. A Prince secretly in love. And magic no one wants. Princess Lyra was gifted with a magic no one wants and is looked upon as lesser, including her family. Unbeknownst to her, there is more to her magic. One fateful night, her kingdom is taken over by a necromancer. She flees the kingdom with her bodyguard Phen, and best friend, Prince Damius into a neighboring kingdom where she learns the secrets about her magic and about her family. For the first time, she feels at home and welcomed by others. She even discovers her love for Damius. However, the necromancer will stop at nothing until she is dead. But he is not the only enemy she has to face. Her heart is torn between doing the right thing and pursuing her heart’s desire. Is she willing to claim back her family’s kingdom or remain in exile? Can her love for Damius survive despite Damius’s family scorn? Illuminating the Magic is one of eleven novels in the INTO THE ENCHANTED series—a standalone collection of no-spice fairytale retellings where magic-born heroines discover their happily ever after. Brimming with magic, mystery, twists, and swoon-worthy moments, these full-length novels can be enjoyed in any order!

Dance of the Nutcracker: A Nutcracker Retelling by Ashley Mendoza

A kidnapped Nutcracker prince. A curse Mouse King. And a Christmas adventure. Every year, Princess Clara of Silvermoore eagerly awaits the grand Christmas ball hosted by her grandfather. It's a dazzling tradition where foreign royals are chosen to embody the Nutcracker Prince and one of the twelve princesses as the Nutcracker Princess, heralding the holiday season. This year, Clara is thrilled to be selected alongside none other than Prince Nicholas, the charming son of the legendary Saint Nicholas himself. But not everyone shares Clara’s excitement. Nicholas’s twin brother, Jack, would rather focus on the pressing duties of the Faelands-ensuring Christmas magic reaches the mortal world. However, their father insists that both brothers attend the Silvermoore call, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure. When the sinister Mouse King kidnaps the Nutcracker Prince, Clara and Jack are forced to join forces. Their quest takes them deep into the Mouse King's treacherous realm, where nothing is as it seems-especially Jack. Together, they must navigate danger, uncover secrets, and rescue Nicholas before time runs out. With Christmas hanging in the balance, Clara and Jack must learn to trust each other. But will their unlikely alliance be enough to outwit the cunning Mouse King and save the holiday and Nicholas? Or will their mission unravel before the magic of Christmas can be restored? This is a standalone in the series The Twelve Dancing Princesses.

The Golden Touch and the Silver Note by Ashley Mendoza

He has a secret. She has a magical gift. Can they save each other in time? King Matthias is cursed: everything he touches turns to gold. Closely guarding this secret, he searches for the one who cursed him and for any means to break it. His efforts only result in an added time limit because he apparently was supposed to learn a lesson. Now he has until the first bud blooms or he will turn into a golden statue himself. Publicly, Nadia is a famous singer known as The Nightingale. In truth, she is nothing but a slave, forced to travel and sing for nobles until she’s bought by King Matthias. She learns the King’s secret and-more importantly- her singing has an effect, but it is not enough. What they don’t expect is to fall for each other. Can they break the curse in time, or will they be separated forever? The Intertwined Tales is a multi-author series of clean fairytale retellings. Each novella entwines a famous fairytale with a lesser-known story to create one happily ever after. These standalone stories can be enjoyed in any order.

Silenced Beauty: A Wild Swan Retelling by Ashley Mendoza

An enchanted tale of love, betrayal, and courage. Alianna lives on a quiet farm with her brothers, happy and content until one day she receives a terrifying vision of the royal mage usurping the throne. She turns to the only people she trusts—her brothers, loyal palace guards. But instead of saving the realm, her warning unleashes a devastating curse. Her brothers are turned into swans and gifted to the queen, and Alianna is silenced by a curse that robs her of her voice. Desperate to free them and break their curse, Alianna enters the royal bridal competition, determined to get close enough to break the curse and expose the threat within the palace walls. Yet, as the contest unfolds, she realizes that her brothers’ fate is only the beginning. The kingdom itself is in danger, as well as some others. She must maneuver court intrigue if she wants to keep her wits about her and remain in the competition. Prince Calix never wanted his bride chosen for him by his parents, as tradition dictates. Disguised as a servant, he infiltrates the competition to find a bride of his own choosing—and perhaps, a bit of freedom. But the deeper he delves, the more he uncovers secrets that shake his loyalty and threaten everything he’s ever known. As shadows grow longer and danger draws near, Alianna and Calix must decide who they can trust—and whether love can bloom amid silence, secrets, and sacrifice. Perfect for fans of fairy tale retellings, magical curses, and friends-to-lovers romance, this is a story where silence speaks louder than words and the fate of a kingdom hangs in the balance. Silenced Beauty is one of the eight novels in the Cursed Brides series, a standalone, multi-author collection of no-spice fairytale retellings. Each book in this enchanting series tells the tale of a cursed maiden who is forced to participate in a royal bridal competition and, of course, finds love. Can be enjoyed in any order. *Warning there is mild violence and death in this book.

Nettled: A Wild Swans Retelling (Enchanted Tales of Tír Book 2) by Sarah Carlisle

A mute princess. A distrustful prince. Seven spider-y brothers. One chance to save the kingdom from a villainous scheme. Princess Maeryn is the only girl stuck in the middle of seven brothers. Life's been full of pranks and the occasional sword fight at the table, but she's always been able to count on them in a pinch. Now her brothers have been transformed into the most loathsome creatures imaginable, nobody else knows of the curse, and she can't speak a word about it. Literally. Eadmund is still reeling. His best friend has betrayed him, and his parents have sacrificed his beloved cousin's happiness for political gain, promising her to a cruel prince for reasons he can't understand. Facing his own suddenly arranged marriage leaves him wary as he arrives in Cwmyr to meet his bride. His suspicions seem confirmed when he discovers she is mute, only communicates by writing, and seems strangely affectionate towards the creepy giant spiders that seem to appear in every corner. Are his parents certain they want a mad princess as his bride? But the more Prince Eadmund comes to know Princess Maeryn, the more he begins to wonder. What if there's some point to her harvesting of nettles and that constant knitting? Nettled is a sweet, clean retelling of The Wild Swans. While it can be read alone, the books of The Enchanted Tales of Tír are best enjoyed in order. The Enchanted Tales of Tír reading order: Tested: A Princess and the Pea Retelling (Book 1) Nettled: A Wild Swans Retelling (Book 2) A Gentle Hope: A Beauty and the Beast Retelling (Book 2.5) (Part of the Hope Ever After series)

Tested: A Princess and the Pea Retelling (Enchanted Tales of Tír Book 1) by Sarah Carlisle

A desperate girl. A cursed prince. Eight weeks of trials to find a true princess. One deadly plot destined to ruin them all. Aine harbors a fervent desire: to shield the land and its inhabitants from the negligence of her father. However, her aspirations are threatened when her parents scheme to barter her off to a neighboring lord. The Queen's invitation to compete in a contest to determine the prince's bride arrives just in time. Prince Rian, ensnared by a curse demanding he win the affection of the "perfect princess" before his twenty-first birthday, grapples with dwindling prospects and fading optimism. With scant months remaining, his ambitions have dwindled to a single hope: to enact even the slightest improvement on the world—or at least his country—before his death. As Aine faces the queen's tests, fate entwines her destiny with Rian's. Unfortunately, the determined Lord Cleirigh will stop at nothing to thwart her ascent. Tested is a sweet, clean retelling of The Princess and the Pea. While it can be read alone, the books of The Enchanted Tales of Tír are best enjoyed in order. The Enchanted Tales of Tír reading order: Tested: A Princess and the Pea Retelling (Book 1) Nettled: A Wild Swans Retelling (Book 2) A Gentle Hope: A Beauty and the Beast Retelling (Book 2.5) - Part of the Hope Ever After series

Charms and Cinders: Inspired by Cinderella (Fairy Tales of Sherwood) by Amanda Thompson

A servant with secrets, just trying to survive. Once upon a time, Émeric Valcour had a noble inheritance. Now he has a mop, a cat, and a raven with opinions. Forced into servitude in his own home by a scheming stepmother and her cruel sons, Émeric keeps his head down, his secrets close, and his smile in place—because kindness costs nothing, and survival requires it. His secret? A forbidden gift for speaking with animals, which he uses to smuggle the desperate and the magic-touched out of a kingdom that would sooner see them dead. The last thing he needs is to fall for a mysterious girl in the forest who asks too many questions. A princess with no time, looking for a momentary escape. Princess Geneviève has spent her life learning to be graceful, patient, and obedient. She's mastered exactly one of these—and it certainly isn't patience. Her father is ill, her coronation looms, and the weight of a crown she never asked for grows heavier by the day. Sneaking out for rides in Sherwood Forest is her only escape from a court closing in around her—and she doesn't expect to find a dirt-smudged stranger who turns out to be worth coming back for. A stolen moment in the forest—and a chance neither expected to find. But the kingdom of Caelvarron is changing. Magic is stirring. When a royal ball becomes the stage for long-buried conspiracies, Émeric and Geneviève must trust each other with the truths they've been hiding. Because some stories don't end at midnight—they're only just beginning. Charms and Cinders is a no-spice fairy tale retelling for readers who love their Cinderella stories with a gender flip, a sarcastic cat, and a happily ever after worth fighting for.

The Coronation Ball: A Four Kingdoms Cinderella Novelette (The Four Kingdoms) by Melanie Cellier

Hanna knows all about hard work. For years she’s labored to complete her apprenticeship and become a pastry chef. Driven from her home once before, she’s willing to endure whatever it takes to keep her position in the palace kitchens of Northhelm. But when she finally has a chance for all her dreams to come true, everything goes wrong. In danger of losing both her future as a pastry chef, and the man she’s loved for years, Hanna will have to decide if she’s ready to fight for herself, as well as for Stefan. The Coronation Ball is a novelette of approximately 15,000 words that follows Hans’s sister after she flees Rangmere to build a life in Northhelm. If you enjoy clean romance, adventure and intrigue, then try the books in The Four Kingdoms series now! Each book can be read as a standalone story, however, for greatest enjoyment, they should be read in order. The Four Kingdoms Reading Order: The Princess Companion: A Retelling of The Princess and the Pea (Book One) The Princess Fugitive: A Reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood (Book Two) The Coronation Ball: A Four Kingdoms Cinderella Novelette Happily Ever Afters: A Reimagining of Snow White and Rose Red (Novella) The Princess Pact: A Twist on Rumpelstiltskin (Book Three) A Midwinter's Wedding: A Retelling of The Frog Prince (Novella) The Princess Game: A Reimagining of Sleeping Beauty (Book Four) The Princess Search: A Retelling of The Ugly Duckling (Book Five)

Oops I Fell for the Biker Next Door (Oops I Fell for the...Next Door Romance Series) by Julia Stone

Small-town girl meets the boy who broke her heart by leaving—now he’s back to claim it. Riot: I’m not here to stay. Just long enough to get my mother out of the cabin and into assisted living. Then I’m gone, happy to leave my past life behind once more. That was the plan—until Zoey appeared. The girl next door. All grown up. Still looking at me like I’m the guy I used to be. Lucas is dead. Riot is what’s left—and I’ve done too much to ever deserve someone like her. Someone sweet and innocent. So I try to keep my distance. My efforts are futile. She shows up anyway. Sweet smiles. Homemade desserts. Dinner invites I shouldn’t accept… but do. One week. That’s all I wanted to stick around for. Now I’m thinking I’m not leaving—not unless she’s riding out with me. Zoey: My first crush. The boy who left without a word. He’s back—but he’s not that boy anymore. Lucas is covered in scars and secrets I can feel but don’t understand. Riding a motorcycle and sticking out like a sore thumb, I should stay away. Instead, I find reasons to be near him. Because every look lingers. Every touch burns. And the closer we get, the harder it is to stop. He doesn’t plan on sticking around, so I should keep my distance. Too bad I don’t have the strength to do so. The boy I loved is gone… but the man he’s become? He’s the one I can’t resist.

Oops I Fell for the Hockey Player Next Door (Oops I Fell for the...Next Door Romance Series) by Annee Jones

🔥 I was not supposed to be naked in my neighbor's hot tub. But his place sat empty all summer, and a girl can only resist a hot tub for so long. Then the owner showed up. Pro hockey player. Mountain-man beard. Shoulders that make thinking difficult. Very unhappy to find me in his water. He makes me a deal I can't refuse. Now I'm cooking for him, sharing his hot tub, and praying he never finds out why I'm really hiding up here. 💋 🔥 Hockey player next door • Enemies to lovers • Forced proximity • Open-door heat • Guaranteed HEA Quick, hot, and bingeable in one sitting. 🔥

My Big Fat Texas Wedding (Wedding Season Series) by Annee Jones

🐾 JULES — I photograph pets for a living. Pampered ones. Diamond collars. Chanel carriers. I know what I'm doing. I did not know what I was doing when I said yes to shooting a wedding in Frognot, Texas. Four hundred guests. A ranch full of animals nobody warned me about. A bride with ideas. And Dutch Lovett — best man, horse rancher, and the most annoyingly attractive man I've ever met — watching every single thing go wrong with a grin on his face. Nothing about this weekend is going according to plan. Especially him. 🤠 One chaotic Texas wedding. One city girl in way over her head. One cowboy who likes her best when she's a mess. 🔥 Opposites attract • Fish out of water • Forced proximity • Guaranteed HEA Hot, hilarious, and bingeable in one sitting. 🐾

The Caring and the Cursed (The Intertwined Tales): Puss in Boots and Snow White & Rose Red Retelling by Amanda Thompson

A cursed prince. A miller's daughter who is willing to do anything to save her family. Are they the only hope to save their kingdom? When Crown Prince Alexander is cursed into the form of a cat, he fears all is lost. Little does he know that when he stumbles upon two sisters he has found his sweetest and bravest companions. Eirwen loves her family deeply and is willing to enter into a loveless and miserable marriage for their sake. Neither she nor her younger sister, Rowan, will inherit the mill so this is how she can do her part. When a talking cat scares them both, Eirwen is afraid that evil has come to destroy her family. But is he really an evil cat, or is it possible there's more to meet the eye with this new furry friend? And is he someone she could have a future with and not be miserable? Can these two sisters aid the talking cat in facing off against the evil that is plaguing their country, or are they all doomed for more curses? Two Intertwined Tales. One Happily Ever After. The Caring and the Cursed is a sweet clean retelling of Puss in Boots and Snow White & Rose Red and part of the Intertwined Tales series. The Intertwined Tales is a multi-author series of clean fairy tale retellings. Each novella entwines a famous fairy tale with a lesser-known story to create one happily ever after. These standalone stories can be enjoyed in any order.

The Stepsister and the Slipper: A Retelling of Cinderella (A Villain's Ever After) by Nina Clare

What if the prince fell in love with the stepsister? Lady Charlotte needs a rich husband, and fast. Good thing she has plenty of beauty and charm, with no foolish ideas of love to get in the way of her plans. When the chance to catch the wealthiest, most eligible bachelor in the kingdom appears, she will do everything in her power to win such a prize; even if she must break a few hearts along the way. But in the end, it is her own heart that's troubled. Perhaps true love really does exist, but if so, it’s not with the man she has caught… The Stepsister and the Slipper is one of twelve short novels in A Villain's Ever After, a collection of standalone stories featuring villainous twists on some of your favorite classic fairytales. Read the series in any order for magical adventures . . . and fall in love with villains as you've never seen them before. Who said villains can't have happily-ever-afters?

The Seamstress and the Pea: Princess and the Pea Inspired Fairytale Retelling (Whelvendow Fairytales) by Megan Rose Walker

Eleanor is a hard-working seamstress with an inherited distrust of nobility. She doesn't have time for frivolity or a flirtatious prince, especially if she wants to save enough money to visit her mother's grave in the neighboring kingdom. When a dress fitting for the queen begins with a torrential rainfall and ends with an unexpected proposal from Prince James, her world is turned upside down. Eleanor is the prince’s last hope to avoid an undesired marriage with the rival kingdom’s princess. In exchange for a one month pretend engagement, he will pay her more than enough to finally travel to see her mother’s grave. Despite her father’s disapproval, she accepts James’s offer and is thrust into a world of formal gowns, doting servants, and pompous royalty. The jilted princess and her arrogant brother are determined to get rid of Eleanor, and she and James must rely on one another to counter their hostility. As she spends time with him, the lines between flirtatious acting and genuine affection blur. Amid her struggles with the royals, internal and family conflicts also arise, fighting to overpower her and the blossoming feelings she has for James. Can Eleanor overcome the cruel advances of the rival royalty as well as her own prejudices? Will she choose love when everything is on the line? This is a cozy no-spice romantasy tale inspired by the Princess and the Pea fairytale. Although it is a prequel to events in The Wisp and the Prince, it is meant to be read second.

Twinkle Twinkle Little Scars (Once Upon A Rhyme Book 6) by Abigail Manning

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star... How everyone wonders where you are? Princess Lyra of Bellatring is the sparkling diamond of her family. She’s polite, intelligent, beautiful, and the perfect match for the neighboring prince who is looking to unite their militaries. But even the brightest jewels can still possess flaws, or in Lyra’s case, armfuls of scars. Lyra secretly spends her evenings tinkering with magic stones under the starlight. Though the temperamental stones lash out and leave behind their marks, it’s nothing that can’t be concealed with a strategically planned wardrobe. The real difficulty for a princess is acquiring magic stones, unless you have a stone-smuggling friend who delights in climbing your tower walls every night. Stirling is a man of many names, if you can call him a man. His crooked leg, mismatched eyes, and lack of sanity tend to get him labeled as anything but human, though he takes pride in his complicated reputation. When Stirling senses danger for Lyra, he doesn’t hesitate to recommend that she marry the powerful prince who could keep her safe–until the wedding doesn’t come soon enough. Both Lyra and Stirling are captured by power-hungry magic hunters, in search of the notorious inventor. The only problem is, their captors aren’t certain who is who, giving Stirling the chance to claim yet another name... The inventor. Will Lyra’s true identity be uncovered? Or will Stirling’s lie leave them wondering what you are? Once Upon A Rhyme is a collection of clean, intercepting stories, best enjoyed when read as a series. For more information on Once Upon A Rhyme sign up for my free monthly newsletter at: Abigailmanningauthor.com

Trials and Command: A Retelling of The Tinderbox and The Princess and the Pea (The Roumaterra Chronicles Book 5) by Erin Halbmaier

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲’𝘀 𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗶𝗻-𝗹𝗮𝘄 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗮 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗶𝗺 𝘂𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿. Keenan left home to watch out for a young woman searching for her friend. But when bandits attack, leaving them separated, Keenan is left lost and wounded, stumbling through the woods in search of help. Princess Sakura needs a titled husband to inherit the throne. Since a prophecy declared her the future bride of a common soldier, she only has a few months until her brother is named heir in her place. But it’s hard to find a husband at all in an isolated castle. When an injured young man staggers up to their door, the queen offers him the chance to prove he is a “true prince” and so marry her daughter. Sakura believes their guest has enchanted the queen…until her mother confides a plot that will guarantee Sakura the throne. All she has to do is make Keenan fall in love with her. But he doesn’t trust her or her mother – and the key to her crown might be too powerful to give up. Fans of Brittany Fichter and Melanie Cellier will love this clean fantasy romance retelling of The Tinderbox x The Princess and the Pea. With forced proximity, layered secrets, and a baby dragon, Trials and Command (Book 5 in The Roumaterra Chronicles) delivers wit, heart, and a quest that will keep you turning pages.

Boots and Roses: A Retelling of Puss in Boots and Beauty and the Beast (The Roumaterra Chronicles Book 6) by Erin Halbmaier

Liesl is determined to find the man who broke her heart. Getting trapped in a cursed valley with a dangerous ogre isn't part of the plan. Tobias gave Liesl a rose and a reason to hope – then chose to search for the missing princess instead. When she discovers he’s vanished without his beloved cat, concern overrides her hurt. Something is wrong, and she’ll track him down to ensure he’s safe…and to demand the answers she deserves. Beast has no memory of who he is, only a desperate need to complete a task the valley’s magic won’t let him leave to finish. When Liesl appears with a familiar cat at her heels, fragments begin to surface – memories of a life he can’t quite grasp. Believing Beast knows something about Tobias, Liesl risks getting close to him. The more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to see him as a monster. But Beast’s mission will cost him any future with Liesl. And if he tells her why, someone else will pay the price. Some secrets have to be kept. Even if that means losing the woman he loves. Fans of K.M. Shea and Melanie Cellier will love this clean fantasy romance retelling of Puss in Boots x Beauty and the Beast, where quiet connection, magical mysteries, and impossible choices take you on an emotional journey. Pick up Boots and Roses and fall into a cursed valley where the truth can be dangerous – and love demands everything.

Arrows and Gems: A Retelling of Robin Hood and Snow White and Rose Red (The Roumaterra Chronicles Book 4) by Erin Halbmaier

A runaway princess. An honorable outlaw. A crime that hasn’t been paid. Princess Helena has always struggled to belong. When she wakes from her twelve-year enchanted sleep, she tries to adjust to the changes in her life. But her childhood sweetheart’s marriage and the council’s plan to choose her husband push her too far. Cap just wants to protect his friends and return the throne to the missing crown prince. But the unlawful regent has accused the crown prince of murdering the king, and Cap’s status as an outlaw makes it hard to investigate. He’s wary of the woman he believes has been sent to trap him, but she has a way of slipping past his defenses. And he’s afraid she might be another sign that he shouldn’t trust his own judgment. Can Helena and Cap work together to reveal the true murderer? Or will their insecurities and secrets destroy everything they care about? Arrows and Gems is a clean, no-spice retelling of Robin Hood and Snow White and Rose Red. It is book four in The Roumaterra Chronicles, a series of interconnected, standalone fairy tale retellings perfect for readers of Brittany Fichter, Celeste Baxendell, and Annette K. Larsen.

Once Upon A Bear: A Cozy Fantasy Goldilocks Retelling (The Galamere Chronicles) by Gabrielle Landi

An illegal herbwitch, a man turned bear, and the curse keeping them apart. Guinevere has spent years hiding her illegal magic, healing on the sly with enhanced salves and tonics. Life in her tiny cottage making potions by firelight is quiet and lonely, but it keeps her safe…even if it’s hard to buy food sometimes. Gideon Rendon is tired of being a bear, but with silence woven into his curse and anyone who sees him trying to kill him, he’s run out of hope. When Guinevere discovers his secret, he begins to feel hope for the first time in years–but the curse is taking over, and he’s spending more and more time as a bear. As Guinevere stitches his wounds, helps with his brother’s injury, and attempts to break his curse before he loses his humanity, the line between healer and patient begins to blur. But with Gideon’s noble family and Guinevere’s dangerous secret between them, falling in love might be a risk neither of them can afford. Once Upon A Bear is a cozy fantasy romance inspired by the Goldilocks fairy tale, full of grumpy sunshine vibes and wound tending, and the fifth book in the Galamere Chronicles. Each standalone, young adult romance is a clean and wholesome retelling of a beloved story or fairytale, with the swoon-worthy sweet romance of a Hallmark movie, the wholesome and heartwarming feeling of cozy fantasy, and the comfort of a found family of friends, with a sprinkling of danger and a dash of magic. While Once Upon A Bear is the fifth book in the Galamere Chronicles series, each couple has their own romance with a happily ever after that can be read in any order. “You are always fit for human company,” she said. “Because whether you are in your human form or not, you have a human soul, and that is what matters.”

Once Upon A Cat: A Cozy Fantasy Frog Prince Retelling (The Galamere Chronicles) by Gabrielle Landi

A café owner, her former love, and the curse between them. Thea Greene has no time for nonsense—especially not from her overly charming landlord who delivers flowers “for the building” and thinks a smile can fix anything. She’s too busy running her business, finding an apprentice, and reminding herself that falling for Nat again is only asking for him to break her heart once more. Nathaniel Alder wants nothing more than to fix his relationship with Thea, which is difficult when she won’t talk to him. When a wand-wielding maniac turns him into a cat—whiskers, tail, and all—in front of the Cozy Cat Cafe, it’s a blessing and a curse. Being with Thea as a cat isn’t what he planned, but it's more time and attention than she gave him before. Can Nat break the curse he’s under and convince Thea that he’s worthy of her trust, or will their second chance at love turn out the same as the first? Once Upon A Cat is a Frog Prince fairytale retelling and the fourth book in the Galamere Chronicles. Each standalone book is a retelling of a beloved story or fairy tale, with the swoon-worthy sweet romance of a Hallmark movie, the wholesome and heartwarming feeling of cozy fantasy, and the comfort of a found family of friends, with a sprinkling of danger and a dash of magic.

A Taste of Tea and Tenderness: A Cozy Fantasy Thumbelina Retelling (Enchanting Confections Series) by Gabrielle Landi

A pinch of fake dating, a dash of fundraiser mayhem, and a love that rises when their future is on the line. Running the Cozy Cat Café while its owner is away would have been enough work, but apprentice Linnea added another complication: catering the local school’s fundraiser. Surviving the week seems debatable…until the quiet schoolteacher she might be falling for offers to help her. Faking a relationship to avoid one of his students is only the icing on the cinnamon roll. Conrad hasn’t been able to take his eyes off Linnea since he first saw her, and the fact that she’s on her own with the cafe for a week seems like the perfect opportunity to show her how much he cares. But with more suitors vying for her hand, an encounter with a hive of bees gone wrong, and clingy students that he can’t shake, proving that he’s the man for her is turning out to be more work than he expected. Between batches of pastries and mugs of tea, can Conrad and Linnea's fake relationship rise to the occasion, or will they both end up burned? A Taste of Tea and Tenderness, a no spice fairy tale retelling of Thumbelina, is a standalone novella, complete with tropes such as fake dating, he falls first, and wound tending. It is part of The Enchanting Confections series, a collection of clean and cozy stories guaranteed to delight your sweet tooth. Perfect for fans of whimsical fairytale romance, cozy Hallmark vibes, and sweet & swoony heroes.

A Dwelling of Dragons: A Cozy Fantasy Romance (Healer of Dragons Book 2) by Gabrielle Landi

A dragon healer who wants a quiet life, the shopkeeper destined to lead, and the hidden village that changes everything. Caring for injured baby dragons was all Celia Carrington wanted to do, but when she followed her favorite baby into the mountains, she discovered a hidden village of frail, illegal magic users. Unfortunately, she’s burnt out on healing humans, and the idea of them depending on her is terrifying. When Darian Emberlin learns that his dragon bond ties him to the village's future, he's faced with a responsibility he never wanted. While the dragons may believe he's meant to lead, Darian isn't convinced he's the right man for the task, and his bond to Celia feels stronger than his bond to the village. With a shaky community depending on them, can they face the destiny neither of them asked for and build a home among the dragons, or will their fears keep them from reaching their full potential? A DWELLING OF DRAGONS is the second book in the HEALER OF DRAGONS cozy fantasy romance trilogy, with a closed door, wholesome romance, fated mates, dragon riding, a hidden mountain village, and a grumpy, burnt out healer discovering that facing your fears is worth it.

A Hearthful of Hatchlings: A Cozy Fantasy Romance (Healer of Dragons Book 1) by Gabrielle Landi

A grumpy hermit healer, the boy who will do anything to make her smile, and the injured baby dragons they care for. After being blamed for a tragedy she couldn't prevent, healer Celia Carrington fled to the mountains and built a life caring for injured baby dragons. Since no one believes dragons exist, her world is warm, cozy, and quiet--until it's no longer a secret. When shopkeeper Darian Emberlin finds the baby dragon hidden in Celia's shopping basket, his chivalry--and curiosity--insist he offer to help her. Celia may say she wants him to leave her and the hatchlings in peace, though he suspects he's just too much for her grumpy heart...but that was before they discovered he could understand the dragons. As Celia and Darian care for the dragons, their growing bond kindles something neither expected--hope. But in a world where magic is illegal and dragons are merely a legend, can the bond they forge withstand the flames? A HEARTHFUL OF HATCHLINGS is the first in the HEALER OF DRAGONS cozy fantasy romance series, with fated mates, dragon riding, and a reverse grumpy sunshine romance with a golden retriever man and the strong woman determined to ignore the fact that he falls first.

Monsters and Mocha: Inspired by Frankenstein (The Haunted Brew Series) by Sarah Beran

One a monster becomes... Darby Shelton’s future is bright—as a top graduate from the Mavorian Academy of Science and Magic, she now holds a prestigious and highly-sought after surgical internship with the famous Dr. Fransten. Sure, he might treat her more like a secretary than a fellow professional, but how can she complain when she gets to learn from the best? And unlike her other teachers, he doesn’t seem to mind that she spends the rest of her free time tinkering with gears and cogs, searching for connections between the medicine she loves and the machines that captivate her imagination. But war throws a shadow over her future, and a battle fought a little too close to home sends her on a completely different course. The wounded soldiers are brought to their hospital, among them a captain who had sacrificed life and limb to protect his comrades. Dr. Fransten might not think him worth treating, but Darby can’t leave him to suffer. It takes everything she knows of magic, metal, and medicine to save him, but at what cost? If the Guild of Medicine finds out, she could lose her position. Her mentor promises to shield her, but when a series of strange and unnerving accidents target both her and the recovering captain, Darby is left to wonder: In saving a man, has she somehow created a monster? Monsters and Mocha is inspired by Frankenstein and is part of The Haunted Brew series. A collection of four cozy and spooky tales inspired by myths, lore, and legends, it is sure to bring you just the right amount of chill for your autumn evenings.

A Bond of Ice and Sunshine (Tales of Eukarya) by Sarah Beran

The Snow Queen meets King Thrushbeard… As the crown prince of the tiny, coastal island of Kysta, Frederick had many expectations surrounding his future marriage. He had expected it to be an arranged, political match with a neighboring country. He had expected that the union would be weighed down by social and economic consequences. When his childhood friend and playmate, Princess Eliza of Nedra was announced as his intended, it was a pleasant surprise, but not unexpected. What Freddy didn’t expect was the sudden icy temper and stone cold stares that Eliza has been gracing him with since the announcement. He also never expected to be left at the altar. Twice. But if there’s one thing Freddy knows, it’s that not even the coldest ice can withstand the sun. He’s willing to cross the whole of Eukarya to bring her back, and he’s determined to melt his way into the icy princess’s heart…even if it means risking frostbite to his own.

The Silent Night: A Sleeping Beauty Retelling (The Christmas Chronicles) by Sarah Beran

Twas the hour after midnight and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, except for the owls. And Holly. Holly is no stranger to the night. Her unique position means that the still hours in the darkest parts of the night are when most of her work gets done. It’s not completely silent—she has Parliament to thank for that—but it does get a bit lonely. Not even the letters from her faithful correspondent can completely fill the empty space, and it’s only a matter of time before she loses even those. Dominic Klause has watched as, year after year, the winters in Weihnacht grow longer and colder. The nights are dark, food is scarce, and his fellow countrymen are desperate for a miracle, but too proud to accept charity, leaving Dominic no choice but to hide his attempts at helping them under the cover of darkness. But his resources are limited, and not even the brilliant suggestions of his friend Joy can change the fact that it will require the riches of a king to continue his charitable efforts. As Deus Natus Eve approaches, Dominic turns his attention towards the one place that could solve all his problems—the abandoned castle of the former king. But all is not as it seems behind the towering holly hedges that surround the castle, and Dominic encounters more than he bargained for. When the unexpected gift of love is dropped into his lap, will Dominic find the treasure he seeks? Or will it be lost to the silence of the night? This book is a part of The Christmas Chronicles, a collection of festive novellas filled with clean romance, chilly weather, and cozy adventures.

Ice Dragon's Heart (Dragons on Mars Book 2) by Honey Phillips

All she wanted was to be left alone. Now, he's her only chance for survival. Jaz came to the Martian pole for solitude, not company. Especially not the company of a seven-foot-tall alien who just turned her mining rig into a scrap heap in a fit of primal rage. Ajar is a creature of ice and fury, a dragon awakened from a frozen tomb, wounded and cornered. And thanks to the blizzard of the century, he's her new roommate. As Jaz reluctantly nurses him back to health, his defensive rage gives way to an unexpected vulnerability. She sees the lost soul trapped within the scales, and her hardened heart begins to melt. When a corporate hunting party arrives to claim their prize, Jaz and Adjar forge a desperate alliance. He may have destroyed her past, but he’s the only one who can protect her future. A sweet and spicy sci-fi romance perfect for readers who love forced proximity, wounded heroes, and a love that thaws the coldest of hearts.

Last Dragon on Mars (Dragons on Mars Book 1) by Honey Phillips

She was looking for answers. She found a legend. Dr. Alina Falkner is a scientist. She believes in data, in logic, in the cold hard rock of the Martian landscape. So when impossible energy readings lead her deep into a newly-opened cavern, she expects a geological anomaly, not the last echo of an ancient world, awakened by advanced human technology. He is dangerous. He is impossible. And he is her secret to keep. He was born in darkness. She was his first light. Born from a fusion of cyborg blood and the planet's dormant DNA, Rhyx is a newborn in a warrior's body, and the brilliant, gentle human who found him is the first thing he has ever known. Trapped together by a raging dust storm, she becomes his fierce, consuming passion. He will do anything to keep her, even though the world outside their sanctuary threatens to tear them apart. A ruthless scientist, obsessed with both Alina and her secrets, is pursuing them both. As the hunt intensifies, Alina must choose between the career she's dedicated her life to and the impossible male she's fallen for. But when you’re hiding the last dragon on Mars, the price of discovery isn't just loss—it's extinction.

Perfect Pucking Orc: An Orc Hockey Romance (The Orc Hockey League) by Honey Phillips

He controls everything—except her. As captain of the Emerald Enforcers, Tarmek Stonefist is disciplined, controlled, and ruthlessly organized—on the ice and off it. Chaos has no place in his world. Then free-spirited artist Edie Anderson crashes into his carefully ordered life and turns it upside down. She’s impulsive, emotional, and completely uninterested in schedules. She challenges him. Tempts him. And the more he tries to regain control, the faster he feels it slipping away. Perfect order. Perfect chaos. Perfectly pucking dangerous. The Orc Hockey League is a cozy-spicy monster romance series where fierce orc athletes rule the ice, rivalries run hot, and love hits harder than a body check. Each book can be read as a standalone and ends with a happily ever after.

Never Invite a Vampire to Dinner (Wrong Move, Right Monster) by Honey Phillips

Love was never part of the menu. Penelope Harrington loves bringing people together. So when the mysterious owner of Blackthorn House returns to Black Harbor, she invites him to dinner. She doesn't expect him to accept. She definitely doesn't expect him to be a vampire. Or to keep accepting her invitations. After centuries of carefully avoiding attention, Julian Volkov wants nothing more than a quiet life. Then Penny barges into his world with themed dinner parties, endless questions, and a determined belief that no one should eat alone. Unfortunately for Julian, saying no to her proves impossible. The more time they spend together, the harder it becomes for Julian to stay hidden—and the harder it becomes to imagine a future without the woman who keeps trying to feed him homemade garlic bread. But when a paranormal podcast starts digging into the secrets of Blackthorn House, Julian's carefully constructed life begins to unravel. Suddenly, the woman who invited him to dinner may be the only person who can protect both his secrets and his heart. A steamy standalone paranormal romance featuring a vampire hero, a sunshine foodie heroine, a cozy coastal town, small-town meddling, mystery, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Never Dance with a Demon: A Cozy Monster Romance (Wrong Move, Right Monster) by Honey Phillips

She lives by the rules. He breaks them for a living. Isadora Solis has built her life on precision, control, and perfectly executed steps. She doesn’t make mistakes on the dance floor, and she definitely doesn’t improvise. So when Malachi Vexis strides into her studio—late, arrogant, and completely incapable of following even the most basic waltz—she knows exactly what he is. A disaster. Unfortunately, he’s also her newest student. Bound by a dangerous demonic contract, he needs to win an upcoming competition without using magic, or lose far more than his pride. Which means he needs her. As their lessons heat up and the lines between discipline and desire begin to blur, Isadora finds herself drawn to the one male who could ruin everything she’s worked for. Because the only thing more dangerous than dancing with a demon… is falling for one. (Each book in the Wrong Move, Right Monster series can be read as a standalone. These sweet and spicy romances are intended for mature readers.)

B is for Bonded (The ABCs of Alien Abduction) by Honey Phillips

A true bond can never be forced—only chosen. Polly survived the unimaginable. Now she's found safety on Hothrest—and in the arms of the Hothian clan leader who watches over her. Every night she slips into Njkall's bed seeking comfort. Every morning she walks away. Njkall has known from the moment they met that Polly is his mate. But after everything she's endured, forcing his claim on her is the last thing he wants to do. If he wants a future with her, he'll have to convince her that a mating bond is built on trust, not possession—and that some promises are worth making forever. This sweet and spicy sci-fi romance features a protective alien warrior willing to wait for his mate, a traumatized heroine learning to trust again, bed sharing, found family, fated mates, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

A is for Abduction (The ABCs of Alien Abduction) by Honey Phillips

Abducted from Earth. Chased across the galaxy. Bound together by a child in danger. Elementary school teacher Emma Carter never expected aliens to be real. She definitely never expected to find herself on the run with a dangerously attractive smuggler and a mysterious infant sought by some of the most dangerous beings in the galaxy. Doren has spent years searching for a legendary treasure known as The Vault. Instead, he finds a stubborn human female, a child who needs protection, and an attraction that's becoming impossible to ignore. With fanatical Grorn warriors closing in, Emma and Doren must work together to keep the infant safe and stay one step ahead of their enemies. Because some treasures are worth far more than gold. A sweet and spicy science fiction romance featuring a roguish alien hero, an abducted human heroine, found family, adventure, danger, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

The Heresy of Thieves by Mia V. Moss

Vael stole magic from the gods for Her people and put an end to centuries of unrest. Now magic is gone, and the battle for the Witchlands’s soul begins. After a millennium of prosperity and magic, one catastrophic night undoes the realm of Yvaelen. Magic has fallen, and prayers to Vael the Giver go unanswered. Jal Riago knows when it’s time to move on from a con. She can’t maintain her false refugee heiress story forever, and her benefactors grow weary of playing host. Just when she’s about to confess and cut ties, a deadly raid sets Jal’s life on a collision course with a powerful entity reckoning with its own madness. The young, steadfast King Thealys Vorrine inherited the throne of Dynestra after her parents’ deaths at Spellfall. But sparks of unrest flare all too quickly into the unpredictable wildfire of rebellion, and King Vorrine must forge headlong into unknown territory. Royal knight and notorious rake Ember Carrado is trying his best to get fired. Instead, when he’s paired with a judgmental paladin and sent on a mission to hunt down a rampaging mythical beast, he finds himself face-to-face with the past he’s been running from since Spellfall. Beacon Wylda Lorcanthas wields a sharp tongue and the second-highest office in the Church of Vael. When the head of the Faith dies, Wylda must seek out a biddable successor. Unfortunately, the clergy’s clear favorite is a charismatic priest who promises the restoration of magic—for those willing to partake of a bloody cost. The dark betrayal behind Spellfall, and the very fabric of Yvaelen’s faith, will be hidden no longer. What began with a thief’s touch will end with a reckoning. And salvation for some may be a waking nightmare for others.

Locker's Rebellion by Jesse Pohlman

Katherine London, an arcane scientist for the Kingdom of Emor, is alarmed when her much-needed vacation with her swordswoman wife Clarice is interrupted with a summons to the capital. The Kingdom has always had trouble keeping the Principality of Presia in line, but a peasant uprising striving for independence is brewing and it falls to Kathy and Clarice to track down its ringleader. There are just two problems making Presia an awful place for Kathy: First, the theocratic Principality is hostile to non-conformist relationships like hers’. Second, arcane gifts are viewed as witchcraft. But when an ancient relic tied to Presia's mythological savior is stolen through what can only be magic, the uprising’s leader gains an air of legitimacy. Kathy would love nothing more than to leave this problem to someone else, but if she did - if the rebellion succeeded - it would strip away the Kingdom's protection from those like her who call Presia their home. She and Clarice cannot risk leaving others like them to a theocracy's scant mercies. When an opportunity to both quell the rebellion and place a more reform-minded cleric in charge of the Principality emerges, Kathy has a first-hand opportunity to help guide him to the right side on both core issues. That leaves her with two unknowns: Whether or not they'll be in time, and what they'll find when they get there. Locker's Rebellion is a fantasy action story which plays out like your favorite battle-manga centered around themes of Queer liberation and self-acceptance. Pick it up if you're ready to stand up and defend the defenseless!

The Goblin Muse by Sandra Bond

Acclaimed poet and novelist Sandra Bond's second collection of verse brings her inimitable touch to subjects as broadly spread as faeries, frogs, crows, cake, coffee, chocolate, death, demons, dementia, politics, platypuses... and, yes, goblins. Some will make you laugh. Some will make you cry. Some may do both at the same time. You have been warned.

Alchemists of Dawn by GS Valiant

Being a woman at Vyner Industries was hard enough. Then the murder happened. Once a promising young researcher, Roxanne Young’s career at the renowned Vyner Alchemical Industries has stalled. Despite her brilliance and long hours in the lab, she just can’t seem to get that next promotion. When she witnesses a brutal murder, Roxanne stumbles on a shocking discovery that could break the Federation’s dangerous dependence on their dwindling reservoirs of magic, and secure her career in the bargain. Determined to expose the discovery and bring the killers to justice, Roxanne turns to the one person who might be able to help: the indomitable Juliana Young, the first and only woman to ever become a department head at Vyner–and Roxanne’s mother. Two ambitious women whose approaches sometimes clash, mother and daughter must work together to protect the future of magic. But as they are drawn into a web of intrigue, shifting loyalties, and unlikely alliances, Roxanne and Juliana soon discover powerful forces at work–and they will stop at nothing to keep Vyner’s secrets hidden.

The Curse of Aldebaran by Dakota Jackson

Two spirits. One body. No way out. When Suraya and Meiling’s second year at the Academy begins with paired reconnaissance training, neither of them expects it to end in disaster. But when a mysterious agent of the Miyako family attacks, Meiling throws herself into the line of fire—and her spirit is torn from her body…only to bind itself to Suraya instead. Now trapped together in a single body while Meiling’s empty form lies dying in the intensive care unit, the two girls are forced into an alliance neither of them wants. But the Mikayo family is still out there, draining spirits, hunting power…and closing in on Suraya for a reason no one understands. As Suraya is hailed as Ataru Reborn, her power grows more unstable—and more dangerous. Meanwhile, Meiling is running out of time to reclaim her body before she’s lost for good…or killed like her uncle before her. The Curse of Aldebaran is book two in The Construction of Shadows series, a young adult fantasy series for fans of Percy Jackson and Avatar the Last Airbender. This installment ups the action, danger, magic, and romance for a thrilling race against time.

Spikes, Dice and Other Variables by Harper Kinsley

Life is over for Riley McMahon​ ​ When junior setter Riley McMahon’s spot on the volleyball team is threatened due to academic ineligibility, she’ll do anything to save her grades. So when she finds out about the gaming club run by Simon, the smart kid in her math class, she joins without a second thought in order to convince him to tutor her. The problem? She sort of told him she loves the game he plays. And she’s never rolled a single D20 in her life. But as they spend time together, Riley realizes she might feel something different for Simon. Riley’s been avoiding relationships her whole life, and as her friends start to notice her not-so-platonic feelings for Simon, she’s forced to admit why: she’s uncomfortable with the idea of sex, which seems to be all anyone can think about in relationships. Balancing her own fears against society’s expectations, Riley must figure out what matters most to her, and how to let everyone else’s expectations go.

Antaria: Shattered Horizons - VOLUME I by A.J.A. Gutowski

Antaria is a world devoured by red dust, where the ruins of ancient cities conceal more threats than hope. Zu-Ann and Mati live in constant dialogue with the wasteland: sometimes they hunt, sometimes they flee, always balancing on the edge of survival. Their routine shatters when, among the Dead Towers, they find an unconscious girl. They do not know who she is or where she came from — they only know that she does not belong to any part of this broken world. From that moment on, Antaria begins to react differently. As if something has awakened beneath the sand. As if someone is watching their every step. In a landscape where technology merges with mutation and human laws give way to the brutal logic of the wastelands, the characters struggle to find answers before the world delivers its own — far more dangerous ones. This is a story of survival, trust, and the consequences of a discovery that should never have happened. Raw. Intense. Leading deep into Antaria — a place that does not forgive.

Antaria: The Red Testament - Volume V by A.J.A. Gutowski

ANTARIA: The Red Testament, Volume V The Enaryd Tower trembles as the Metaja returns to its bed—along with the waters awaken old demons and new possibilities. Glopolis calculates the future, P.R.E.7 lays out scenarios, and Ena—the border child—binds what was to what is only now being born. Volume V is the transcendence of unity: the convergence of myth, technology, and will into a single vector of action. It closes the pentalogy like a gate that also opens new space—not an ending, but a turning point after which the world stops pretending everything can be postponed.

Antaria: The Red Testament - Volume IV by A.J.A. Gutowski

ANTARIA: The Red Testament, Volume IV The Mutron cuts the horizon over the Ruar archipelago, and in its hold a serum ripens, meant to halt the wild mutation. But the true burden rests on decisions: step into other people’s wars and foreign laws, or look away and save only yourself. Volume IV is the transcendence of morality—a field test of the spine, where each drop in a vial weighs a life and every gesture echoes through an entire ecosystem. A volume of the pentalogy about the limits of intervention: how to help without becoming yet another ritual of violence.

Antaria: The Red Testament - Volume III by A.J.A. Gutowski

ANTARIA: The Red Testament, Volume III Meru does not ask for permission: storms trace the routes, the Kongra library measures out time, and the empire of Trom-Mata-Meru demands sacrifice in the name of “evolution.” In this landscape, choices set like stone, and private feelings carry the weight of politics. Volume III is the transcendence of fate—the moment when the personal collides with the machinery of History, and myth stops being a tale to become an instrument of power. There are no easy victories here—only consequences that reach beyond a single lifetime. The pentalogy enters a zone where masks fall and names turn into verdicts.