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Lucas is a riftborn fighter bent on vengeance in this thrilling urban fantasy/detective noir series from the bestselling author of the Hellequin Chronicles.

The peace between the rift and humanity has always been tenuous. It’s up to the Guilds to protect it, removing whomever—or whatever—poses a threat, whether human or rift-fused. Lucas Rurik used to be part of the Raven Guild. That is, until someone murdered all of its members—except for him.

That was seven years ago. Now, Lucas keeps to himself, avoiding getting too close to anyone lest they become targets themselves. But when one of his oldest friends at the Rift-Crime Unit calls upon him for help with a case that’s already taken down people who mean a lot to him, Lucas can’t resist stepping back into the fray.

Something is killing FBI and RCU agents alike—something unlike anything Lucas has ever seen before, on Earth or in the Rift. Even more concerning, the gruesome assaults seem to be linked to Dr. Callie Mitchell, a depraved and disturbed individual who treats the rift-fused like her own personal lab rats.

And when someone Lucas thought he could trust turns on him, he realizes these killings aren’t just the random attacks of some terrifying new kind of fiend. They’re connected to whoever killed off his Guild all those years ago—and that’s something Lucas just can’t let lie . . .

“McHugh’s pithy prose energizes the narrative, even when there’s no superpower on display, and builds intrigue with gradual reveals of Lucas’ rift-derived skills and backstory. This slick introductory supernatural tale will leave readers eager for a sequel.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The Last Raven has the appeal of a great action movie. There is a nice mystery, a compelling lead, strong support, and enough adrenaline to leave you with a pleasant high afterward. . . . Eagerly looking forward to the next installment.” —The Cosmic Circus

“If you have a friend who loves both speculative fiction novels and thrillers, this is the perfect gift.” —Medium, “10 Chilling Books for Mystery/Thriller Lovers This Winter”

Stranger Things meets Riverdale in the third installment of the edgy, new-adult Ridgemore series, in which heart-pounding paranormal adventure, slow-burn romance, and a friendship stronger than death converge.

A young warrior must protect Earth from evil gods, a towering giant, and a demon horde in the fifth installment of this LitRPG fantasy-adventure series.

Jason Lee has literally fought his way to becoming one of Earth’s greatest defenders since the beginning of the apocalypse. And while his “witty” retorts for his livestream audience could use some work, small beasts better watch out. The creatures who once posed a threat are no longer a match for him and his arsenal of magical abilities, weapons, and animals.

The real danger now comes from two larger, more powerful foes. First, there’s Krak, the fifty-foot-tall commander of a monster army. And then, there’s the enigmatic, elusive, and omnipotent queen. Both Jason and Earth will be a lot safer once these villains are out of the picture.

Fortunately, Jason has acquired a strange ally with some helpful insider knowledge. It seems the queen is actually an evil god with some equally evil siblings. Meanwhile, Krak is assembling a weapon capable of destroying this family of deities. But while Jason would love to defeat them, the weapon could also wipe out Earth and everyone on it . . .

Will Jason protect the queen and instead take on Krak and his fiery horde of demon knights in order to save the planet?

“A must-read for fans of strange, surreal horror.” —The New York Times

In a frozen tundra, one man fights for redemption as monstrous creatures ravage a community already struggling to survive.

Sebastian Pana is a “sin-eater,” a shaman-like figure who can absolve the dead of their transgressions before they move on to the afterlife. But when Sebastian’s small arctic town is invaded by hideous, otherworldly beasts, he must wage battle with them the only way he knows how: by unleashing the power of sin itself.

From an author who has been compared to Lovecraft, Bradbury, and Gaiman, Incarnate is a masterpiece of contemporary arctic horror—both an epic confrontation between the forces of good and evil and a profoundly redemptive tale about our eternal quest for forgiveness.

The unlikely hero of Fanwath prepares to take things to a whole new level in the action-packed sixth installment of this thrilling fantasy adventure.

When he was first torn from his Earthly home, Victor Sandoval was as good as dead, alone and powerless in a reality where kills equal skills and losing a fight means losing your life. But he’s much more than who he used to be.

Now a warrior of near-legendary status and strength, Victor is leading his very own army into the Untamed Marches, where countless hordes of horrors await. This means more Energy and treasure for him and his allies when they go up against a slew of undead, reavers, and good old-fashioned bloody vampires.

And that’s the fun part. Because Victor is about to face an opponent who already claims the Marches as his own: Prince Hector of Heart Rot. And while his name may seem silly to Victor, the prince’s desire to slaughter him along with his entire army is about to become all too serious . . .

The sixth volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with more than 750,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

One young woman is on a mission to free humanity from the predation of the gods, seeking vengeance at any cost, in this science-fiction adventure.

Deicide is one-part public service, one-part revenge . . . or at least that’s why Lilith does it. An operative of the multiverse-spanning Eifni Organization, she travels to new worlds to clear out the local deities before they can eat everyone’s souls. It’s a tricky process, requiring advanced sociological science and an arsenal of tools weaponizing meaning itself. But a god once tried to eat her, and she’s not one to easily forgive.

When Lilith deploys to pre-industrial Theria, she finds their gods aren’t willing to go quietly. An ambush masterminded by the Therian goddess of destiny sees the Eifni forces routed. Now the success of the mission rests solely on Lilith’s team as she’s thrust into an unfamiliar world of political intrigue, shadowy cults, and the ever-present machinations of fate personified.

With the very future of the realm on her shoulders, Lilith will have to transcend any barrier that gets in her way—even if it’s her own destiny.

The first volume of the hit sci-fi adventure series—with more than 500,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Physicist-turned-alchemist Edwin Maxlin partners with a powerful magical being to unlock his full potential in the second book of a humorous fantasy series.

Since being transported from Earth to an unknown world, Edwin Maxlin has endured angry dwarves, wandering birdfolk, and marauding bandits—and it hasn’t even been a year. So when the opportunity presents itself for him to get off the grid and figure out how to actually use his Skills, he jumps at the chance.

But life in the wilderness of Joriah isn’t as straightforward as it might appear. For one thing, surviving the Verdant will require Edwin to learn how to build his own shelter, acquire his own food, and avoid attacks from wild animals with unimaginable strength. For another, no matter how secluded he remains, the politics of the Lirasian Empire keep trying to suck him back in.

As if all that weren’t enough to wrap his head around, Edwin suddenly finds himself the companion of an ancient and powerful fey who seems committed to helping him level up and follow his Paths, but whose motivations are unclear—and disconcerting.

At once wryly humorous and wildly inventive, The Way Ahead 2 is a perfect continuation of the series that blends fantasy, science, and role-playing games into one unforgettable journey.

The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with almost four million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

From the author of the Victor of Tucson series comes the second installment of the action-packed, high-tech dystopian adventure begun with Electric Angel.

Juliet Bianchi was once just another working drone, struggling to survive in a world where megacorporations reigned, information was power, and that power was worth killing for. Then she stumbled upon a kidnapping gone wrong and ended up with a stolen AI chip that took her from the bottom of the barrel to a top-tier realm of mercs, freelancers, and assorted unsavory folk.

With a little help from her embedded AI, Angel, Juliet quickly proved herself as an operator in that realm: adapting, overcoming obstacles, and kicking some serious ass. Now known as “January” to others in the caper biz, she’s still dealing with a betrayal that put her and her crew in danger—and emptied her coffers to boot. If she’s ever going to get out of Phoenix (and maybe off-world), she’ll have to get back on the horse and start pulling some paying jobs.

When she’s hired to infiltrate Grave Industries, Juliet quickly discovers she may have to pay a price of her own. The job requires her to become an entirely different person in body and mind, and the deeper undercover she goes, the more she fears her new identity will control her life far longer than she’d like . . .

The second volume of the hit cyberpunk series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Magic-wielding bard Alana confronts political turmoil, mystical secrets, academic woes, and personal dramas as this imaginative fantasy series continues.

Alana has not had an easy second life. Ever since she was reborn in the kingdom of Bergond after meeting her untimely demise on Earth, she’s struggled—first, as the poor daughter of a peasant farmer; next, as an orphan on the run from the war; then, as a formidable novice mage with skills well beyond most of those her age. Now, she’s facing a challenge unlike any she’s had to confront in this world before: school.

Within the hallowed halls of the Bergond Academy of Mages, Alana must contend with an entirely new set of political and personal struggles—from understanding the mores of dealing with wealthy nobles to hiring a maid to help with her daily duties to navigating (for a second time) adolescent flirtations, romances, friendships, and puberty.

And as if that weren’t enough, as Alana’s skill in spellcasting, magical-item creation, and combat grows, it becomes clear to her professors that she’s no ordinary student. Alana must figure out how to keep her past life a secret while using her otherworldly knowledge to the best of her ability. Because war is looming ever closer—and not all the students at the academy will make it out unscathed.

Filled with twisty political intrigue, clever world-building, and unforgettable characters, Melody of Mana 2 is a brilliant mix of isekai fantasy and dark academia tropes.

The second volume of the hit progression-fantasy series—with more than three million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

A group of humans transported to a new reality must fight for their survival—and that of their loved ones—in the third book of this fantasy adventure.

On the planet of Fanwath survival depends on the skills, levels, and powers one attains through combat or exploration. Unfortunately, Morgan, Bronwyn, and Olivia aren’t on Fanwath anymore. In fact, they don’t know where the hell they are, but one thing’s for certain: they’re in constant danger.

Pulled through one portal after another, the trio has found themselves in a seemingly endless dungeon contending with a menagerie of horrors. But the more challenges they face, the more powerful they become—even to the point of transforming their physical beings. And their newfound talents are going to be sorely needed . . .

Because while Morgan is away, his mate, Issa, back in First Landing, learns she’s carrying twins. Overjoyed, she can’t wait for Morgan to return. But Issa’s joy will soon turn to dread, as a mighty enemy fleet approaches First Landing with the aim of “recruiting” its citizens for their evil machinations. Can Morgan and his friends make their way home in time to prevent their worst nightmares from coming true?

The third volume of the LitRPG adventure series from the author of Royal Road hit Victor of Tucson—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Deep within the caverns of a secluded dungeon, a spider with impossible intelligence evolves far beyond the laws of nature, in this fantasy adventure.

Hatched from an egg along with their many brethren, a singular arachnid is driven by a survival instinct to hunt and feed. Unlike their siblings, they remain cautious and observant, aware of the dangers that lurk in the dungeon they call home. They watch as larger and more powerful beasts prey on other reckless, foolish spiders, developing a sense of self-preservation and a cunning intelligence they alone seem to possess.

Now identifying as Click, the spider has matured, discovering they are capable of an array of amazing abilities . . . of both body and mind. They can spin and launch webs, not only to catch prey but to sense the vibrations of those who stray onto their silken strands. Influencing the colony with their hunting strategies, Click can command other spiders to do their bidding, forging an army capable of attacking—and killing—even the most dangerous of the dungeon’s predators.

But the monsters roaming the dungeon are not Click’s most dangerous enemies. An Alpha Hunter Spider rivals Click for dominance over their brethren, spreading chaos throughout the colony. And a group of beings Click has never encountered before raid the dungeon, disturbing the natural order. They wield objects and conjure incredible energy in their quest to acquire strange treasures, slaughtering all in their path.

These invaders are called “humans,” and Click must lead the spiders in a merciless war against them in order to defend their home and ensure the very survival of their colony . . .

Seven train robbers. One haunted locomotive. All aboard for terror.

In the spring of 1903, locomotive 311, known as the Majestic, carried more than one hundred passengers toward a tunnel through the underbelly of the Canadian Rockies. But then the mouth of the tunnel swallowed the 311 whole, and the train—and everyone on it—was never seen again.

Seven years later, a gang of cattle thieves and cutthroats wait on horseback for a train car full of railway cash—a payroll they intend to steal. What they will discover, however, is that the approaching train isn’t the 5409. It’s the missing 311, a train only whispered about around dying campfires. A train that some believe still rides the iron rails, traveling to places no mortal should ever go, seeing things no one should ever see.

Acclaimed horror writer Keith C. Blackmore etches an unsettling new entry in the annals of the American West. And like the haunted train itself, this one never stops.

Four friends set out to fix their crumbling, magical world in the exciting fantasy-adventure sequel to The Fabric of Reality.

There’s a disturbance in the Prime Kingdoms. The system that everyone depends on is generating errors. The gods are in danger. Magic itself is fluctuating and becoming less reliable. Meanwhile, four adventurers seem to be the only ones to realize the night sky shouldn’t be empty . . .

Outcasts all, this foursome has become a family. They are Sev, a healer with a penchant for sacrificing too much; Misa, a half-orc woman never afraid of a fight; Vex, a lizardkin wizard grappling with his feelings for one of his teammates; and Derivan, a sentient suit of armor who’s learning to deal with, well, feelings in general. Together, they are on a diplomatic mission for their guild, traveling to the kingdom of Elyra to provide emergency relief as magic continues to malfunction and crops fail to grow.

But while this team can hold their own in battle against bandits or simple dungeon monsters, the complex mysteries their realm continues to throw at them are another matter. For now, all they can do is try to make the world a better place. And that’s exactly what they plan to do—until they arrive in the town of Fendal and everything there seems just a little too perfect . . .

The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with almost two million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Elysium’s designs are taking shape, and its sights are now set on a young man with a malignant new gift . . . as this grimdark LitRPG series continues.

Hell was no match for Riven Thane. He crushed every trial and escaped with two demon minions—and his life. At least, so to speak. Riven isn’t so much alive as he is undead. Now, discovering his true self as a pureblooded vampire, he’s feeling a little guilty and a lot hungry in this brand-new world. And what a world it is.

Earth as Riven knew it has merged with Zazir and Elhisterii to form the post-apocalyptic creation of the Elysium known as Panu. Here, errant goblins and vulnerable elves battle it out, ungodly monsters spawn like crazy, suicide zombies run wild, and the streets are strewn with human remains.

On a mission to find his sister, Allie—out there somewhere battling her own demons—Riven quickly learns that every time he kills his bloodlust only increases, bringing him ever closer to becoming a full-blown harbinger of doom. But maybe a vampiric hero is just what this mad new world needs.

Riven is embracing his destiny. He can feel it. His ancient ancestors are calling him home.

The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with more than 900,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

The search for a missing person leads Ravn into the heart of a deadly conspiracy with deep historical roots in this thriller from Denmark’s King of Crime.

Suspended from his job, criminal investigator Thomas “Ravn” Ravnsholdt lives a lonely, dissolute existence—until he crosses paths with a woman desperate for help locating her missing brother. Driven to embezzlement, the man has vanished without a trace on a visit to Berlin. Ravn’s investigation takes a chilling turn when he uncovers a pattern of similar disappearances involving single men in the German capital.

As the pieces of this puzzle start to fall into place, Ravn finds himself entangled in a web of darkness and deception that dates back to the era of the Stasi, the fearsome East German secret police. In a race against time to discover the fate of the missing men, Ravn unwittingly unleashes the horrors of the Communist past, putting himself and his client in grave peril. Will he find the answers he seeks, or will the shadows of history swallow him whole?

From the award-winning author of Derailed and Darkness Calls, the electrifying second book of the Detective Ravn series is a tense, politically charged crime thriller in the Scandinavian tradition.

From the author of the Gods Are Bastards series: The wickedly funny action-adventure portal fantasy continues—and things can only get worse . . .

Not long ago, Seiji was an ill-tempered, misanthropic man at war with the world. But then he was transported to a strange, savage realm for the purpose of literally making war on the world. In this reality, he’s an extremely reluctant evil overlord with a temperamental goddess patron to please.

So in spite of his own natural unpleasantness, Seiji has tried to be the best bad guy he can be: providing for the downtrodden, offering healthcare to hookers, that sort of thing. Which has won him some staunch (but still diabolical) allies and a hell of a lot of enemies. Especially his main competitor in chaos and crime, Lady Gray, who really didn’t appreciate being displaced by him.

But Seiji’s coming to realize that despite his brash, bold exterior, his very human psyche is taking a serious beating from the extreme brutality he’s committed and witnessed. In fact, he’s starting to wonder if being such a big bad dude is all it’s cracked up to be—or if there’s any way out of all this . . .

The second volume of the hit fantasy adventure series—with more than five million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

As the jaws of winter clamp down on the city of Halifax, the light recedes and new terrors arise, in the second book of this werewolf horror series.

Months after the war with Borland and his vicious werebrood, Kirk and Morris are experiencing curious aftereffects. They’re stronger, faster, and no longer vulnerable to the sharp sting of silver. On the other hand, they're forever hungry, and nothing they eat provides the same nourishment as what they consumed on the island of Newfoundland.

When a mysterious stranger rides into Morris’s territory wishing to hunt, the warden knows the visitor isn’t after deer. The ultimate race begins as Kirk and Morris lead a host of wardens to put down one of their own before the next full moon—when an entire city will be subjected to one voracious appetite.

Breeds 2 is the second book in a trilogy of terror sure to please fans of Robert R. McCammon, Maggie Stiefvater, and Chase Novak.

The must-read companion to country singer-songwriter Caylee Hammack’s new album, coauthored by Hammack and New York Times–bestselling author Carolyn Brown.

On the run after her heart’s broken, Sam starts to wonder if she should have listened to her daddy’s advice: don’t get a vintage car until you know how to fix one. Now she’s stranded—along with her dog, Nibbler—in a middle-of-nowhere town no bigger than a matchbox until she can get her 1965 Mustang repaired.

Jack, owner of the one and only mechanic shop in remote Homestead, Texas, is a tall drink of water. And Sam quickly recognizes she’s his type from the glint in his pretty green eyes. So she’s pleasantly surprised when he offers up the refuge of his grandmother’s B&B, the Rose Garden, while he fixes what’s under the hood.

Still, Sam intends to be on her way in a few days—but then Ms. Kathleen offers her free room and board in exchange for helping out at her flower shop. Distracted by the blooms that surround her charming new home, Sam starts to feel settled for the first time in forever. But when local bookstore owner Noah catches her eye, she’s forced to confront her heartache head-on. Will she be able to let down her guard and trust again? Or will she follow her instincts and run for the hills?

With chapters inspired by Caylee Hammack’s album of the same name, Bed of Roses takes readers on a journey from heartbreak to healing. Shaped by the stories that molded her into the artist she is today, this novel is a rare opportunity to become fully immersed in her authentic sound and heartfelt storytelling—and a reminder to hopeless romantics everywhere that we need not wait for someone to bring us roses; we can grow them all on our own.

“A songbook for the heart!” —Jill Shalvis, New York Times–bestselling author of the Lucky Harbor series

“An absolutely charming story about starting over, rich with friendship, heartbreak, true bonds, and new love.” —Lori Foster, New York Times–bestselling author of the Indiana Summers series

“Filled with smalltown charm, Bed of Roses will warm your heart and put a smile on your face.” —Rachel Gibson, New York Times–bestselling author of the Lovett, Texas, series

“A heartwarming smalltown gem that had me cheering on our heroine Sam from the very first page. . . . Her tenacity and tenderness shine through as she navigates the drama and gossip of a quirky little town. The characters are as colorful as they come—a few good, a few bad, and few you will never forget. And then there’s Noah, who owns the bookstore. Cue swooning. . . . Bed of Roses is a must-read. It’s Steel Magnolias meets your favorite country song. You’ll laugh, cry, and maybe even find yourself humming a tune by the end.” —Nancy Naigle, USA Today–bestselling author of the Adams Grove series

The thrilling opening installment of a xianxia series that takes the least qualified human and puts him in the most impossible—but hilarious—of positions.

Before meeting his pathetic and all-too-predictable demise in the middle of a pie-eating contest, Zack was living the high life: schlubbing around his parents’ basement, subsisting on pizza, video games, computer screens, and web novels. He had it all . . . while still being a big, fat nothing.

But when he’s forced to ditch his pudgy mortal corpse, Zack finds himself taking the place of a recently-killed demonic sect elder known as Slifer, who—even as an elderly man—is one serious badass. He’s known and feared by all as a master, with a slew of disciples at his beck and call. Not a bad upgrade from the uber-nerd Zack used to be.

Unfortunately, there are some snags. First, Slifer wasn’t exactly a people person and has a slew of enemies out to remove his head from his body. Second, the overlord System he’s operating under is out to eliminate all demonic cultivators—himself included. And third, well, let’s wait and see if he survives the first two before we get to that mess . . .

The first volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

As if saving his town wasn’t enough, a young wizard must now bridge the gap between humans and fae and become the peacemaker for two worlds.

When a magical mega-storm was leveled against wizard Wil McKenzie’s beloved hometown of Harper Valley, the master miracle worker saved the day and became a hero. Unfortunately, in the wake of the bewitching squall, a whole new world of trouble has opened up.

With the relations between humans and their new fae neighbors as fraught as ever, Wil and his girlfriend, Darlene, have stepped into the realm of the faerie. They’re forging a path to its capital, Oakheart Spiral, to talk peace and diplomacy with only the best of intentions. They also have the best of guides: Syl, a cloven-hooved, goat-headed healer, protector, and mediator, who knows the people and the land. And more importantly, he knows the dangers and the centuries of bad blood that lie between them and their destination.

Because forces—both human and far from it—that prefer war to peace are aligning against Wil, including rival wizards, murderous wampus cats, mischievous wee folk, avenging royalty, and other beasties on the prowl. But nobody and no thing is going to keep him from finally setting things right . . .

The second volume of the hit fantasy adventure series—with more than 600,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

A new world of escalating skills, threats, and Legendary wonders opens up for an aspiring hero as this rousing deck-building fantasy continues.

In possession of a new card, Master of Body Enhancement, Arthur has moved far beyond the borderlands. Once it’s paired with his Master of Skills card, he can only imagine the powers that await him. And he’ll need them. As a young man on a mission, he’s about to discover there’s something rotten in the village of Wolf Moon Hive.

A once-in-a-generation Legendary dragon egg has drawn noble scions and hangers-on, all anticipating who among them will be the first to link with the eagerly awaited hatchling. Arthur feels the egg’s pull and is certain of his destiny as a Legendary rider. But the competition to bond with it pits him against the fiercest of card wielders—including his own cousin.

If the impending duel isn’t daunting enough, a scourge has unleashed a cloud of dagger-toothed, card-eating monsters that dive straight for the heart. The plague forces Arthur to protect himself, the fiery Lady Cressida, and all the citizens of the hive. Such an undertaking will surely make him a hero and prove his worth as a true dragon-linked leader. Won’t it?

Time will tell. And time is not on Arthur’s side. His vengeful cousin will do anything to strip him of his fortune. But neither is prepared for what arises from the cracking shell of the Legendary egg and the revelations that come with it . . .

The second volume of the hit progression fantasy series, featuring a unique card-based magic system, now available for the first time in print!

“Honour Rae’s All the Skills has everything I love: great writing, an intriguing mystery, and badass dragons. Well, some of them are badass. Some are dweebs, and that makes it even more awesome.” —Matt Dinniman, bestselling author of Dungeon Crawler Carl

“A fantastic work that is fast establishing Honour Rae as one of the big names of LitRPG. The characters, plot, and world-building are incredibly compelling, and like many readers, my only issue was devouring it and then having to wait for more.” —Travis Deverell aka Shirtaloon, bestselling author of He Who Fights with Monsters

“A wonderful and unique take on the LitRPG genre reminiscent of Dragonriders of Pern. The diverse cast of characters and detailed setting draw you in from the start. I look forward to more.” —Aleron Kong, bestselling author of the Land Saga

An IT-worker-turned-interdimensional-adventurer contends with deadly dungeons, relationship woes, and office ennui in the third book of this madcap series.

You might think a month away from fighting sentient cubical supplies in a threatening alt-reality office would mean a break for James Lyle. But . . . you’d be wrong. Even though James has taken a beat from adventuring into the dungeon hidden within the stairwell of his workplace, he’s been dealing with plenty of stress-inducing issues, from raising a recently corporeal infomorph to navigating his newly minted relationship with his best friends, fighting his own depression, and wrestling with the moral implications of his burgeoning powers.

Meanwhile, James, Anesh, and Alanna are searching for other dungeons to explore—to worrying results. While they’ve been seeking out more of the magical zones, it seems those very places have been looking for them in return. Now it’s time for James and his crew to go back into the office dungeon, no matter the danger. Because it appears the latest world they’ve stumbled upon is starting to fight back—and they might be the only ones standing between humanity and some rather gruesome deaths.

The brilliant, hilarious, and moving blend of slice of life, role-playing games, progression fantasy, world-building, and office snark continues with the unputdownable third entry in the Daily Grind series.

The third volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series—with more than four million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

From the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of the Dresden Files comes an all-new, action-packed fantasy adventure set in the Cinder Spires universe.

Benedict Sorellin-Lancaster hasn’t even broken in his lieutenant’s insignia when he’s summoned to meet with the Spirearch of Spire Albion himself for a very special—and very secret—purpose. The Spirearch needs Benedict to retrieve a bag he’s “misplaced” on the Colony Spire known as Dependence, which has strangely cut off all contact with the outside world. It’s a delicate mission at best, a potential bloodbath at worst.

To this end, the Spirearch has supplied Benedict with backup in the form of three Warriorborn. But unlike the courageous lieutenant, this trio has formerly used its special gifts for crime, carnage, and outright bloody murder. And all of them were caught and imprisoned because of Benedict. Now, if they behave—and make it back alive—they’ll go free.

But when the odd squad reaches Dependence, they soon discover something waiting for them: a horrific weapon that could shatter the balance of power among the Spires. And Benedict will have to bring his own Warriorborn skills to bear if he, his team, and Spire Albion are to have any hope of survival . . .

“While readers familiar with the series will have a better understating of the ins and outs of the Cinder Spires world, this is mostly a stand-alone story that, despite its brevity, packs a lot of punch in an engaging, fast-paced read with well-defined characters . . . Add Steampunk vibes, terrifying monsters, charming talking cats, and an open ending that tantalizes readers into reading the series—this is a recipe for success. A delectable slice of SF adventure.” —Kirkus Reviews

After five centuries, a loyal guard returns from the dead without the king he once served—and loved—to find the world and his place within it much changed.

Ambrose aka the Grim Wolf of Belgrave spent his life striving to be a hero—until he died a villain in the name of the medieval witch king he was passionately devoted to. Now, after hundreds of years, he’s back from the dead without his beloved king. And the vow he once swore has him obligated to Emery Vale, a necromancer-in-training, who’s tasked him with murdering his rival and nemesis.

But Ambrose has other plans. He hopes to bring the ruler of his kingdom—and his heart—back from the grave so they can finally enjoy the love they’d once yearned for. All he has to do first is kill one other person: Emery . . .

The more time Ambrose spends with his new master though, the more his hunger for Emery’s blood is turning into a hunger for Emery. And as he continues to search for a way to resurrect the witch king, he might just discover their connection wasn’t all that it seemed.

Praise for A Spell for Heartsickness

“Reeves’s remarkably assured debut delivers a queer, witchy romp with deep feelings.” —Publishers Weekly

“As comfy and satisfying as ‘the taste of hot stew on a rainy night.’” —Kirkus Reviews

A young warrior enters a deadly realm to become the ultimate champion in the battle of good against evil in this post-apocalyptic fantasy for fans of RPGs.

Zeke Blackwood was one of the most powerful beings in the Radiant Isles, wielding supernatural abilities earned through countless battles. A unique fusion of human and demon, he waded through oceans of blood as he fought against a tide of undeath that consumed the hearts and souls of everyone it touched. Now, with the Isles lost, Zeke and his companions have ascended to the Eternal Realm. Transformed by their ascent and scattered across the lands, each must endure their own trials as they struggle to cope with their new powers in an unfamiliar world.

Awakening in a frozen landscape, Zeke is enslaved by the remnants of a formerly mighty dwarven civilization and must once again traverse a labyrinth of tunnels inhabited by vicious kobolds, indomitable golems, and a host of other monstrous creatures. Along the way, he tests his untapped magical and combat skills in an ongoing quest to gain ever more power. With each victory, his strength grows as he struggles to defy his captors and plan an escape to reunite with his friends.

Meanwhile, those friends—his soul-bonded dire bear, Pudge; the undead Talia Nightingale; and the alchemist Tucker—encounter allies and enemies of their own. But Zeke’s former lover, Abby, has chosen a different path. Guilt-ridden after betraying Zeke, she has fallen under the thrall of the Radian Host, servants of the Sun Goddess. Indoctrinated to serve their crusade, Abby suffers through brutal training to become their weapon—and Zeke may be their eventual target . . .

The fifth volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

From the author of the Gods Are Bastards series comes a new isekai adventure, in which a man is granted sinister powers he doesn’t even want.

On a typical day, on an average train platform, two warring sister goddesses found their avatars. One avatar, the young Yoshi, was swept away to the world of Ephemera to be a great hero of honor, courage, and light. The other, the not-so-young Seiji, was swept away to become a dark lord out to kill or conquer all in his path.

But Seiji is in absolutely no mood for that nonsense. It’s bad enough that on Earth he was a closed-off, misanthropic grouch with zero patience for other people. Now he’s supposed to muster enough of a give-a-damn to lead vile hordes, crush Yoshi, and take all of Ephemera as his own? No thanks. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have a choice.

Seiji’s patron goddess wants results, and if he doesn’t deliver, she’s going to take a serious interest in discovering his pain, suffering, and overall misery threshold. But just because he doesn’t care about people, doesn’t mean he doesn’t care whether they suffer by his own hand. After all, just because you’re the embodiment of ultimate evil doesn’t mean you have to be a jerk about it.

The first volume of the hit fantasy adventure series—with more than five million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

A heartwarming and humorous blend of fantasy, romance, and mystery featuring a witch with domestic powers and the royal household he serves . . . dinner.

When Finlay Ashowan joins the staff of the King and Queen of Daxaria, he’s an enigma. No one knows where he comes from or how he came to be where he is, which suits Fin just fine. He’s satisfied simply serving as the royal cook, keeping nosy passersby out of his kitchen, and concocting some truly uncanny meals.

But Fin’s secret identity doesn’t stay hidden for long. After all, it’s not every day a house witch and his kitten familiar, Kraken, take to meddling in imperial affairs. As his powers are gradually discovered by the court, Fin finds himself involved in a slew of intrigues: going head-to-head with knights with less-than-chivalrous intentions, helping to protect the pregnant queen, fending off the ire of the royal mage, and uncovering a spy in the castle. And that’s only the beginning—because Fin’s past is catching up with him just as his love life is getting complicated . . .

Filled with fascinating characters, courtly intrigue, political machinations, delicious cuisines, cuddly companions, magical hijinks, and will-they-won’t-they romance, The House Witch is the first in a captivating new series, guaranteed to satisfy the tastes of any reader.

The first volume of the hit romantic-fantasy series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

A laugh-out-loud, slice-of-life martial-arts fantasy about . . . farming????

Jin Rou wanted to be a cultivator. A man powerful enough to defy the heavens. A master of martial arts. A lord of spiritual power. Unfortunately for him, he died, and now I’m stuck in his body.

As Jin, I’m a man of the earth. A wielder of shovels and lord of rice and wheat. And sure, I also had to die and get pulled into another universe to end up here. But guess what? I’m starting to think it was worth it.

I’ve somehow managed to get away from it all. Finally free of the bloodshed of cultivator fights, I figure I’ll live in the slow lane from here on out, my only real concern the rain—or lack thereof.

Unfortunately, I’ve suddenly got a shady organization looking for me, my cat has gone off to fight in a martial arts tournament, and my chicken has uncovered an ancient crystal containing portents of doom. You know, the usual stuff.

I’m not worried though. Sometimes trouble finds you. And while I may not be a master cultivator . . . trouble should know better than to mess with a farmer.

The third volume of the blockbuster progression-fantasy series—with more than 20 million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

An obsessive football player pursues a girl with airtight defenses in USA Today–bestselling author C.R. Jane’s scorcher of a sequel to The Wrong Quarterback.

All Riley wants is to be cared for. But she goes unnoticed by her parents, unloved by the boyfriend who left her, and constantly exhausted by a body that betrays her. When someone she trusts offers her everything she’s ever dreamed of, Riley accepts. A year later, all that’s left of her is a broken, empty shell. So she runs away to college and doesn’t look back . . .

Jace Thatcher is campus royalty. The only thing the gorgeous star athlete loves more than football is winning—on and off the field. Lately, he’s felt like something’s missing, and when he spots Riley in a crowded bar, her presence is like a punch to the gut. Jace immediately knows she’s his; she just doesn’t know it yet.

Their red-hot encounter leaves Riley shaken to the core, but she knows better than to let herself get burned again. She plans to keep Jace at arm’s length, but the Tennessee Tigers’ wide receiver is suddenly everywhere she looks. He says he wants to take care of her forever, that there’s no point in running. Because he’s playing for her heart—and he has no intention of losing.

This deluxe edition features sprayed edges with stenciled artwork, two character illustrations, a signed letter from the author, a curated playlist, and a recipe from the story.

One night of passion turns into lasting obsession in this dark hockey romance from USA Today–bestselling author C.R. Jane.

“If tonight’s all I get, then I’d better make it good.”

Pop sensation Olivia would do anything to get out from under her mother’s thumb and escape the circus that has become her life, if only for a moment. Maybe that’s why she says yes to a night with a sexy hockey player who manages to make her dizzy with a single look.

Superstar goalie Walker “Disney” Davis might be every girl’s Prince Charming, but behind the pretty-boy exterior is a man who’ll do whatever it takes to get what he wants—even if it means crossing a few lines . . .

Walker’s fixation should have Olivia running for the hills. He’s everywhere she goes, and he keeps saying she’s “the one.” Despite the insanity, each of their exchanges leaves her falling harder. Wanting Walker might not be right, but it’s dangerously, deliciously wrong.

This edition features two brand-new character illustrations, a signed letter from the author, a curated playlist, and a recipe from the story.

A notorious enchanter and his magically inept employee must battle an ancient demonic king in the second book of this funny and fast-paced fantasy series.

Ever since Bryce Alexander and the infamous dark sorcerer Zambrano saved Earth by launching the demon duke Vulkatherak into the sun, things have been quiet. Zambrano is off doing whatever it is dark sorcerers do for fun, and Bryce has been taking advantage of the perks that come from supposedly evil internships, including free gym access and unlimited takeout. But when Zambrano reappears with a mission to infiltrate the vault of legendary magician Merlin, things start to go awry.

First, they get double-crossed by a fishy demon out for revenge. Next, their former frenemy Seraphex—a demon queen currently trapped in the form of a duck—emerges to “help” them save the world, again. Then, they discover her ex, the demon king Rexhalarkhart, is about to escape from an ancient time trap created by Merlin himself. Rexhalarkhart wants to seize control of the globe using the evilest force known to mankind: politics.

Now, Bryce, Zambrano, and Seraphex must once again put aside their magical, philosophical, and generational differences to prevent the apocalypse—and fast. Because Seraphex’s former husband will be back to raise hell in less than three weeks . . .

A perfect blend of quippy dialogue, enchanting lore, and irresistible characters, The Dark Sorcerer’s Assistant is the brilliant continuation of a truly original contemporary fantasy series.

Exiled after the destruction of his settlement, a young hunter and member of the Shadowborn descends into the treacherous Spiralrealm, a shadowy abyss teeming with danger and dark secrets. On his path to redemption, he goes against everything he has ever learned by taking a Flashwraith child—the enemy his people fear most—as his ward, forging an uneasy bond that risks everything he knows about light, shadow, and himself.

Dark Souls meets The Last of Us in the first volume of Shadowborn Exile, an action-packed LitRPG progression fantasy from critically acclaimed author Harmon Cooper.

In a world of wonder, mystery, and lurking threats, a young boy and a giant wolf must rely on each other to escape the things that hunt them both.

The age of mankind is over, its empire reduced to a land of rubble and broken roads. Vicious things nest in the old, forgotten ruins, and what’s left of humanity huddles in tiny communities that grow smaller every generation. But when a young boy is taken in by an unlikely ally, a glimmer of hope is born.

After waking up in a mysterious forest with no weapons, supplies, or even memories of his life before, Dirt should have ended up a barely adequate snack. Luckily, he attracts the attention of a gigantic, curious wolf pup, who rescues him, and they quickly become friends.

The world is beautiful and wondrous, perfect for a pair of adventurous youngsters, but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. Dirt is small and frail, and the mighty Socks has problems of his own. His Mother, an immense being of unfathomable power, sets a high bar for her offspring. If Socks can’t meet the challenge, he’ll die. Mother’s not too fond of the clingy little human he insists on keeping either.

If the two of them are to survive long enough to grow up, they’ll need all of Dirt’s sincerity, discipline, and cunning as well as Socks’s valor and tremendous strength. And they’ll also need to beware: not everything that was lost should be rediscovered, and not everything that sleeps should be disturbed.

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A low-born, high-tech heroine endeavors to fight the good fight—wherever it may lead—in the third installment of this action-packed sci-fi adventure series.

Once a scrap-wrangling nobody from Phoenix, Arizona, Juliet Bianchi’s life was forever changed when fate handed her a hyper-advanced AI chip that launched her into the arena of high-powered, high-stakes operators. To her surprise—and everyone else’s—she had a natural talent for cybernetic-enhanced mayhem and mercenary work.

Now, that work will take Juliet where she’s always wanted to go: off world. Unfortunately, the reason is that her faithful friend Honey and a child prodigy she was caring for have been kidnapped. All evidence points to their abductors heading somewhere near Saturn, but to get there, Juliet will have to endure a blast from the past.

Fortunately, joining the crew of a rundown salvage ship, she soon finds herself accepted by the ragtag squad, who appreciate her recently upgraded talents in both combat and tech. And where she’s going, both will be pushed to the limit. Because Juliet isn’t just rescuing her friend anymore. The future of humanity itself is in her hands . . .

The third volume of the hit cyberpunk series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

As undead hordes roam the frozen landscape, a lone man squares off against an even deadlier foe, in the gritty conclusion to this werewolf horror series.

  Douglas Kirk is having a bad week. Not only are humans hunting him, but whole packs of werewolves have been commanded to kill him on sight, forcing him to flee Halifax without identification, money, weapons, even his phone.

If he wants to survive, he’ll have to evade the killers on his trail, travel across the country to confront the elusive elders, and learn the truth behind the order that made him what he is. All he has to do is control his insatiable hunger for wereflesh just a little longer . . .

Breeds 3 is the third book in a trilogy of terror sure to please fans of Robert R. McCammon, Maggie Stiefvater, and Chase Novak.

A young artist implanted with a sophisticated AI becomes humanity’s champion on another world in this thrilling science-fiction fantasy-adventure series.

The son of a billionaire tech entrepreneur, Logan Specter spends his time—and his family’s wealth—on artistic and altruistic pursuits. His indulgences have produced a pile of paintings and a string of failed charities. A rebel without a cause who defies his father’s corporatist lifestyle while benefiting from the privileges it affords him, Logan lacks true ambition, unable to commit himself to his own potential. The only things in his life giving him any direction are his girlfriend, Freya, and her unconditional love.

Malcolm Specter didn’t become the wealthiest man in the world by waiting for inspiration. He built MindTech as the ultimate megacorporation, always creating innovative products with an eye to the future. But when a giant countdown timer appears in the sky forecasting the end of the world, he can no longer wait for his son to grow up. Against Logan’s will, Malcolm implants an AI into the young Specter’s brain to enhance his intelligence, altering him into the next generation of humanity, a new breed designed to survive the apocalypse.

When a rift suddenly opens above Earth’s skies, Logan, Malcolm, and a host of others are transported to another realm full of mythical creatures and monsters borne of nightmares. Guided by the sentient computer in his mind, Logan discovers how to tap into this world’s magical Numa crystals and use their power to protect and defend his people. But even as he attempts to embrace his destiny as a warrior and leader, dark forces rise to oppose him, casting a shadow that threatens to consume all life . . .

The action-packed series continues as a young man unwillingly saddled with a Werewolf System attempts to live his life—without killing too many people . . .

Not long ago, Gary was just another punk teenager living in a ramshackle house in a bad part of a ramshackle town. To survive, he worked as a gofer for a brutal street gang—until a simple job went bad, and he ended up paired with a Werewolf System that enhanced his strength, stamina, and attitude.

But as Gary soon learned, this gift could also be a curse, costing anyone who got too close their life. Now, he’s trying to figure out how to use his system to make things better for those around him. Unfortunately, before things get better, they’re going to get much, much worse.

Because Gary isn’t the only werewolf roaming the streets. And he’s not necessarily the strongest. And his rivals belong to gangs that would be more than happy to put him down like a mad dog. His only hope is to level up, man up, and let his killer instinct take over.

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In the thrilling third installment of this LitRPG adventure series, a Monster/Player mashup must ask herself: Can a glitched System ever really be fixed?

A half-Monster/half-Player glitch in a System in which Monsters and Players are meant to fight to the death, Sally has just woken from a coma in the Wastelands after defeating the dragon ruling it all. She’s now liberated two areas of the game world from the terrible constructs of the System, allowing Unique Monsters and Players alike to live in peace.

With her sidekicks—Humphrey the Death Knight, Theo the min-maxing vampire, Norah the mummy, and Lucius the emoji-speaking shade—at her side, Sally sets her sights on the third area, known as the Jungle, and the multitude of problems plaguing it. And while brains still taste delicious, she’s feeling a bit hungrier for power.

Now, with civil war raging between two factions of Players, Sally will have to decide whether to destroy the System altogether or continue to make it into something better. But there are other forces lurking in the shadows with agendas of their own, and her toughest battle is yet to come . . .

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A physics student’s talents are put to the test when he’s transported to a world of magic and alchemical mysteries in the first book of a new fantasy series.

Fact one: Edwin Maxlin has fallen out of the sky and landed in a strange forest. Fact two: messages keep appearing in his line of vision, informing him that he has leveled up in various Skills—including some truly thrilling abilities such as Walking and Breathing. Fact three: this is most definitely not Earth.

Now Edwin, one-time student of material physics, must make his way through an unknown world, collecting Skills, upgrading his Class, embarking on life Paths, and most importantly, staying alive. But surviving in the land of Joriah isn’t as simple as increasing mana and learning how to become a Firestarter.

Edwin soon finds himself going toe-to-toe with an angry clan of dwarves and their even more disgruntled ruler, Lord S’fashkchlil. It will take all of Edwin’s wit, ingenuity, mathematical know-how, and charm to form new alliances, navigate a complicated political landscape, and keep from getting enslaved by Clan Blackstone. Fortunately, his otherworldly expertise is even more valuable than Edwin realizes . . .

Filled with humor, adventure, and unforgettable characters, The Way Ahead is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy, role-playing games, and the scientific method.

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The Orientation may be over, but on a postapocalyptic Earth, the beastly games and humanity’s fight for survival are just beginning.

James Robard returns to a System-integrated Earth a changed man in a world of ruin and disorder. A conquering hero of the Orientation, rewarded with the ruling title of Fisher King, he has a duty to rebuild civilization. It might look like Florida, but it’s the Fisher Kingdom now.

The good news is that James is reunited with his wife, Mina, newly gifted in magic; their newborn son; and Mina’s sister. The impetus to stay strong amid the chaos has galvanized them, their friends, and neighbors toward the goal of reconquering Earth for humanity. It’s pledge allegiance and stick together—or die.

Now for the bad news: James isn’t the only ruler gaining control. The monsters that weren’t slaughtered during Orientation are now resettling on Earth and occupying every outlying territory. They abide by no laws, just killer instinct. They’re coordinated, amassing, and getting hungry.

But as a clash between species threatens to erupt, James is learning an apocalypse will not only bring out the worst in actual monsters, but in his fellow humans as well. His idealism in restoring peace is edging toward fear. The world he strives to save has never felt so dangerous . . .

When Earth gets integrated into the vast expanse of a new multiverse, one young man is game to survive—it’s in his blood—in this apocalyptic adventure.

Everyone becomes prey when Earth is swallowed up and transmuted to a bestial landscape, the first stage of induction into Elysium’s multiverse and a new galaxy in the making. In the blink of any eye, the bloodthirsty creatures of Riven Thane’s worst nightmares are unleashed as he; his sister, Allie; and his friend Jose scramble amid the carnage to live another hour.

But on this nothing of a planet, Riven is more special than he knows. He’s among a select few with a singular bloodline, and the Elysium system has its eye on Riven in particular. He’s already proven his unbeatable will to survive. Now, untapped powers can be his should he succeed at what the multiverse has in store for him.

World be damned, let the games begin: challenging trials of stamina, labyrinthine mazes, and mind-bending puzzles requiring sharp wit and quick thinking. Each consecutive win will bring Riven nearer to an unimaginable undertaking . . . a personalized tutorial in the dungeons of hell itself. And it’s just the beginning—Riven is about to unlock the secrets of his past and learn more about his purpose and the dark arts than he ever imagined.

Whatever unholy chaos awaits him back home, he’s ready. Because as close to death as he may be, Riven has never felt more alive.

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A high schooler searches for her dead best friend amidst an apocalyptic battle between heaven and hell in the second book of this horror LitRPG series.

The Final Challenge has commenced. 7,885,246,104 humans remain.

Against all odds, Jenny Huang is still alive. Or as alive as she can be. She escaped the Survival Challenge, a twisted game in which mortals must kill or be killed, but the nightmare didn’t end there. By forcing the Challenge to a close and returning to Earth, Jenny has unwittingly unleashed chaos: birthing the Antithesis, kicking off Judgment Day, and dooming the world to a host of bloodthirsty angels.

Worst of all, her best-friend-slash-crush, Susan, is dead. And it’s all Jenny’s—and her insatiable appetite’s—fault. Now, armed with terrifying new powers and unlikely alliances with others caught in this divine drama, she slips between worlds in search of Death and salvation. But exhaustion and guilt threaten to unravel her sanity . . . and her very sense of self.

To avoid complete annihilation by forces far more powerful than she can imagine, Jenny must confront her darkest desires and harness every last drop of strength she has left. With the worlds spinning out of control, there’s only one question left to consider: How far is she willing to go in order to reunite with Susan and make amends?

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With tensions rising on Earth, former mortal enemies find their newfound romance threatened by interstellar distance—and an alien attack.

The invading alien Astrals have been stopped in their tracks, humanity’s warring political factions have been consolidated under a semi-united Earth Federation government, and the lag time between Kari Skye and Drae Rache’s Sympathetic Program exchanges has stretched to a week. All less than a month after they consummated their relationship on her father’s Raider ship.

Now, Space Force soldier Kari is deploying on a secret interstellar mission against the Astrals, with her bunkmate, Luna, in tow and her family close behind. But Kari’s handsome new commanding officer, Major Apollo, is drawing her attention . . . and he may be the only one with an actual plan to stop the alien threat. Not to mention she’s beginning to have strange nightmares, ones that may send her home for good.

Meanwhile, Drae has become a secret agent for the Resistance against the Federation government, seeking to disarm the stars in favor of diplomacy. But Drae also finds himself tempted by Willow, the headstrong Resistance fighter who carries him messages from Resistance leader Trebond. And with tensions rising on campus, his predatory former best friend, Jude, is suddenly back at UC Berkeley—and he wants revenge.

Can Drae and Kari maintain their fledgling romance? Or will the pressures of college, deployment, and long-distance love turn them back into enemies?

Fourth Wing meets The Expanse in A Sacrifice of Flesh and Fury, the second book of an enemies-to-lovers sci-fi series for the ages.

Praise for A Sacrifice of Blood and Stars

“Old Man’s War meets Dear John. An epic love story set against the war-torn stars.” —Scott Sigler, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of the Generations Trilogy

“Conjures the magic of romance amid the horrors of a war-torn future. Fast-paced, filled with action, and alive with love and need. Highly recommend!” —Jonathan Maberry, New York Times–bestselling author of the Sleepers War and NecroTek series

“A compelling mystery and an interstellar romance drive this diverting space opera.” —Kirkus Reviews

Death is only the beginning for one warrior as he encounters adventure, friendship, and romance in the afterlife in the epic first book of this cozy LitRPG.

There are three levels to the afterlife. The best level is the Celestial Plains at the top. At the bottom is the worst level, known as the Chasm. And in between lies the Underworld. That’s where Sylas Runewulf, a brave soldier who gave everything to his kingdom, finds himself after he dies.

Following the guidance of a mysterious blue prompt, Sylas journeys to the town of Ember Hollow to breathe new life into a quaint local pub. Along the way, he meets a clever apothecary named Mira, who helps him acclimate to the ins and outs of the realm, and Patches, a corpulent cat who’s slightly . . . shall we say, unusual.

Dubbing the pub “The Old Lamplighter,” Sylas hopes it will be a safe haven for other weary souls. Of course, it doesn’t feel that safe when the prompt reappears with a warning: [You have 89 days until the invasion.]

As Sylas works to decipher the troubling message, he faces more challenges, travels far and wide, and befriends wayward demons, magical creatures, and lost warriors. He also builds a community around his humble pub—one that he must soon defend, or they’ll all face a fate much worse than death . . .

Blending fantasy LitRPG with a slice-of-life story about starting over, A Pub in the Underworld is the first adventure in Harmon Cooper’s Cozy Abyss series. Join Sylas and Patches on their charming journey of discovery, friendship, and defense against the unknown in a world where even the smallest decision could shape the fate of a community caught between realms.

“An action-packed journey through a cozy, yet appealingly unpredictable, realm.” —Kirkus Reviews

A young woman possessing dangerous, destructive power is Earth’s last hope for survival against alien invaders in this cyberpunk dystopian adventure.

Viral, extraterrestrial nanites collectively known as the Mist have been transforming Earth and its inhabitants for nearly a century. The shapeshifting environment has wreaked havoc across the planet, changing the elemental structures of land, air, and water—and forcing every living being to endure an unnatural evolution. As animals warped into monsters and people developed superhuman abilities, the Mist also accelerated and amplified technology into tools and weapons that disrupted the world’s status quo. And while nations were plunged into chaos and war, aliens harvested Earth’s resources, leaving humanity on the brink of extinction.

Mira Braddock’s own humanity was sacrificed in order for her to become the world’s savior. A cybernetic soldier enhanced with a Tier 7 Nexus Implant, she’s a Mist Warden capable of manipulating the nanites inside anything and anyone, making her the most powerful and feared being in existence. Mira’s crusade against Earth’s enemies has brought mass destruction in her wake. Millions of aliens and humans have died at her hands. Each victory increases her godlike power, and she finds herself slipping away, struggling to relate to the needs of her allies—and Patrick Ward, the man she loves—as she undergoes an astounding transcendence.

But the alien Arbiters of Orion would rather destroy the Earth outright than allow Mira to become an even greater threat to their place in the universe . . .

When Alice Verianna went to sleep one night, she was just another teen from the Denver suburbs. She definitely didn’t expect to be transported to an alternate dimension presided over by a mysterious System. Since then, this scientist has navigated her way through monsters, magic, and the shadowy Society of Starry Eyes.

In the third volume of this imaginative and highly detailed LitRPG adventure, the System has crashed, and Alice and her companions are trying to pick up the shattered pieces. But a world without a system is prone to disaster, and deadly swarms, manaborn creatures, and mana-related illnesses aren’t the only things they’ll have to deal with in the wake of a total collapse.

In the fifth installment of this epic apocalypse adventure, Riven Thane has a vision for a new world order that could either bring stability . . . or chaos.

It’s a time for new beginnings. Empires are rising from the ashes of dead civilizations as the merged worlds of Panu come together. Most prominent is the Thane Necropolis, the inheritance of Prince Riven Thane and home to more than fifty-one million vampire citizens and six billion slaves. Here, Riven’s word is law—whether he likes it or not. Lately, he’s been iffy on the subject.

The catastrophes, wars, violent uprisings, and rampant corruption in the wake of Riven’s rise to power have caused him no shortage of guilt. So comes his latest directive, much to the outrage of his lineage: the enslaved of the necropolis are to be granted equal rights to the vampire citizens. It’s a new quest for Riven, but it could trigger a war of its own.

Meanwhile, an enemy whose grudge is more personal than political is out for blood. His mission is to erase Riven from the leaderboards, and he’ll stop at nothing to do it. Riven’s sister, fiancée, and attendant demon are all in the crosshairs unless Riven can tap into his darkest vampiric instincts to strike first . . . and fast.

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From the creator of My Vampire System comes the action-packed story of a young man struggling to survive—until he learns to unleash the animal within . . .

Gary doesn’t have all that much going for him. He’s a teenage boy who lives in a Tier-3 town that’s barely hanging on, and his family’s just a rung above dirt poor. Which is why he’s taken the very dangerous step of becoming an errand boy for the savage Underdogs gang. He doesn’t like what they do, but if he tries to get out, he’s pretty sure he’ll get very dead.

Then, a delivery goes wrong when he’s ambushed and injured. Even worse, his “package” somehow gets loose—and into Gary. To his shock, he finds himself the wielder of a Werewolf System. It allows him incredible power, strength, and healing. Unfortunately, when the full moon strikes, he might not be able to control his bloodlust and could wind up hurting somebody he cares about.

Now, Gary must somehow explain his sudden “improvement” to his friends while trying to survive a pack of vicious hunters out to eliminate him. Because if he can figure out how to harness his new abilities, he just might make a difference in this town—and the first thing on his to-do list is put the Underdogs underground . . .

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A spellbinding adventure of biblical proportions awaits a young man coming into his powers in the epic second installment of this urban fantasy series.

Truth Medici has three questions: Can he rescue his siblings from the clutches of the evil Starbrite Corporation? What will it require of him? And where does he need to go next to make it happen? When he meets Justinian Merkovah—a strangely ageless spellcaster, teacher of religious law, and nomadic exorcist—he’s one step closer to discovering the answers . . .

With his experience providing security to the rich and terrible, Truth accepts a gig as Merkovah’s bodyguard. What better way for Truth to grow as a mage? And what better body to guard than one that can help rid him of the demonic System trapped inside his own?

Truth and Merkovah are soon joined by two of the latter’s enigmatic students on a journey through an ancient land where both devils and angels lash out with fire, fury, and Old Testament devastation. Finally, Truth sees the world, previously kept hidden by Starbrite, as it really is. And he learns that magic—real magic—is far more powerful and strange than he ever imagined.

But one thing Truth has always known is that power comes at a price. And the price for Merkovah’s help may be more than Truth is willing to pay. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have much of a choice. Crops are failing; wars are heating up; even God has looked away in disgust. What can one slumrat hope to do in the face of all that? Except rise—and fight.

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A one-time football fanatic continues his fight to become an all-time legend of the game in the fifth book of this hard-hitting, humorous sports LitRPG.

Max Best was on a roll. After climbing the ranks at Chester FC with his burning desire, innate talent, and the “curse” of a sentient heads-up display with knowledge of all things footie, he was named the club’s electrifying new director of football. Seizing the opportunity, he saved the day and led the team out of relegation. But that’s when someone tried to murder him . . .

Waking up in the hospital, Max is barely alive, with a crack in his skull—and without his curse, thanks to Old Nick, the creepy entity who gave it to him in the first place. Nick thinks Max needs some time to recover and repair as well as learn some control of his own, because Max’s most pressing challenges are about to come at him from all sides. He’ll need to navigate his responsibilities to his players, staff, and girlfriend, not to mention the league bosses and crazed public that want his head on either a golden bust or a silver platter.

And without his curse to guide him, for once Max will have to depend on one thing alone to get him through this mess: himself.

A psychiatric patient finds himself caught in a sinister game of cat and mouse with one of the legendary beasts of Native American folklore.

Within the serene wilderness of Minnesota is Dr. Jonathan Arthur’s renowned clinic, promising solace for those tormented by their deepest, darkest fears. But when corporate consultant Paul Ondragon arrives seeking relief from his extraordinary phobia, his tranquility is quickly shattered.

Because a series of grisly murders is sending shockwaves through the community, each victim mutilated in a manner both brutal and inexplicable. Is the culprit truly a rogue bear, as authorities insist, or does something far more malevolent lurk in the shadows? As he delves into the crimes, Ondragon will unearth a chilling truth beyond comprehension: an ancient evil lurks in the forest’s depths, hungry for more than just flesh.

Brace yourself for a pulse-pounding journey into the unknown, where the line between reality and nightmare—and predator and prey—blurs with each passing moment.

Four prophesized heroes must band together to obliterate an evil galactic empire—they’re outnumbered by the trillions, but are they outwitted?

Ariock, a superhuman among men, destroyed the Torth Homeworld. Since then, the massive throng of survivors—refugees, freed slaves, and cave dwellers—have been docked in orbit in an undefended starship, one small war behind them. But when the telepathic Torth, thirty trillion strong, catch a whisper of their location, the greatest of all wars will descend.

For the exiles stranded in space, food and water is running out, and as Ariock struggles to regain his power, hope for a safe new world is draining away too—though not for Ariock’s great-grandfather Garrett, who heeds the visions of an oracle outlined in a book of prophecies. Centuries ago, the oracle foretold of four titans, each defined by a dominant trait. Now they have finally come together as one.

Ariock is Strength, already proved time and again as a messianic force to be reckoned with. Garrett is Will, a legendary being of extraordinary resolve and determination. The ethereal Evenjos, an ever-evolving goddess-empress imprisoned for millenniums by the Torth, is Transformation. And Thomas, the physically fragile but uncannily clever supergenius, is Wisdom.

As prophesized, a clear path to victory lies ahead. But there’s a wrinkle. One veer from that path, one tiny misstep by any of the four heroes, one minor lapse in trust, and they’re doomed to fail. Lest their starship become a floating tomb, they must prepare to work a miracle. And as the Torth amass an armada of battleships at every temporal stream, they’re going to need one.

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An ex–pro gamer’s body and mind are on the line as he fights for his life in the Hell level of a mysterious “Tutorial” in this dark fantasy LitRPG.

Lo Fennrick is going to die. Maybe later this month, maybe this very week. Either way, the homeless ex–pro gamer is only going to avoid starving if he freezes to death first.

On a snowy New Year’s Eve, Fennrick negotiates one last hurrah in a seedy internet cafe, but at the stroke of midnight, he receives a tantalizing invitation: “You have been invited to join the Tutorial.” And when presented with the available difficulty levels, he makes the obvious choice: Hell.

Soon, Fennrick finds himself in frenzied, violent combat, and it’s a toss-up as to which he’ll lose first: his life or what little sanity he has left. With his criminal record, estranged family, and nonexistent future, he’s ready to accept death.

But with monsters lurking in every corner, he’s surprised to find himself battling all comers—human or otherwise—in a desperate attempt to save his own worthless self. Can Fennrick emerge from Hell with a single shred of his sanity intact—or will it be game over?

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Best of BookTok: Caught between four dangerous men, one woman indulges her hidden desires, in this deliciously dark reverse-harem romance.

The Vipers run this town and everyone in it. They make deals as sordid as their business—and they have no mercy. They’re a mafia family only an idiot would mess with, so of course my estranged, abusive father did just that. Then he sold me off to them to cover his debts.

Now, trapped in their penthouse, they say I’m their toy to play with and discard whenever they see fit. But the Vipers have no idea who they’re dealing with. I intend to take advantage of the hunger in their eyes.

As their scarred, blood-stained hands roam my body, I’m getting under their skin, turning their desires into an addiction they won’t be able to shake. What’s more? I’m indulging my own dark fantasies, ones I’ve never been able to satisfy. . . until now.

Ryder, Garrett, Kenzo, and Diesel think they’re in control. They think that I’m their prey. But this girl? She has fangs too.

This deluxe edition features sprayed edges with stenciled artwork, a signed letter from the author, and five bonus scenes.

Intended for adult readers, bestselling author K.A. Knight’s Den of Vipers is a polyamorous, reverse-harem standalone romance with graphic sex scenes, violence, and references to abuse and assault.

“One badass female, four hot-as-sin men. Den of Vipers is dark, twisted, and utterly addictive!” —Somme Sketcher, bestselling author of the Sinners Anonymous series

A young-woman-turned-living-weapon is consumed by revenge, unleashing her fury on an unjust society, as this action-packed sci-fi adventure continues.

Nearly a century ago, the people of Earth surrendered their freedom to the aliens responsible for the cloud of nanites, known as the Mist, that transformed the planet’s ecosystem: Landscapes became toxic. Animals morphed into monsters. Humans found themselves imbued with supernatural abilities and wielding technological wonders that changed the world’s balance of power. Now, while ruthless entrepreneurs take advantage of their fellow man in order to accrue incalculable amounts of wealth, the aliens prepare to descend like a plague and drain Earth of its natural resources once and for all.

Mira Braddock’s uncle was once the most powerful man in Nova City, and before his death, he empowered his niece with a Tier 7 Nexus Implant. Cybernetically enhanced and trained as a warrior, Mira is not only peerless on the battlefield but also possesses the ability to control the Mist that’s pervaded every machine—and person—she encounters. Setting her vengeful sights on Nora Lancaster, the woman who betrayed her uncle and took over his empire, Mira wages a war against the city’s competing overlords, tearing apart their fragile alliances and turning them against one another.

But with every victory Mira claims, innocents get caught in the crossfire. Struggling to regain her sense of compassion and empathy for others, Mira won’t find peace until she’s fulfilled her rage-fueled quest against Nora, an enemy whose endgame promises mass destruction on an unimaginable scale . . .

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From the World of Spellmonger… Blessed Darkness Conceal Her!

Born into a mysterious family, Gatina always knew there was something special about those around her. But when the Duke and Duchess of Alshar—close friends of her family—are brutally assassinated, her idyllic countryside life is upended by secrets emerging from the shadows.

The family she knew proved to be more than mere Alshari Coastlords and occasional magi, as she once believed. For centuries, her ancient and distinguished House has been secretly both Shadowmagi and highly skilled thieves. With a devious Count seeking to capitalize on the assassination, the future stability and peace of Alshar hinges on Gatina learning both arts.

Slavery and piracy loom malevolently in the distance as the Count allies himself with a merciless criminal organization to seize power.

Gatina’s House has vowed to stand against the rising tide of wickedness—no matter how hopeless the task may seem. Working in secret beneath the tutelage of an enigmatic and mysterious master, Gatina finds herself disguised as a street orphan. She runs the filthy gutters of Falas as she puts her training into practice amid the dismal reality of its most destitute neighborhoods.

Brutal thugs, violent riots, cunning soldiers, and the constant threat of discovery by the Count and his allies, all put Gatina’s life at risk as she struggles in secret against the rising tyrant.  

For as the blessed Darkness conceals her movements by night, she and the Brotherhood engage in a clandestine struggle, something much more deadly than mere… 

SHADOWPLAY!

The Spellmonger: Legacy and Secrets trilogy introduces a younger Gatina, the Kitten of Night, as she comes into her own as a shadowmage.

When Lansius awakens in a medieval world as a lowly peasant, his only goal is survival, but he soon finds glory—and love—in this historical portal fantasy.

When MMO gamer Lansius wakes up in a medieval realm, the good people of his village kindly ensure the now-peasant has food to eat and a roof over his head. Furthermore, he is able to escape the farming life and land a job teaching children.

The thousand-year-old Imperium era is drawing to a close, and the threat of war and violence hangs over the land. With no magic or wealth, Lansius has to face this new reality on his own. Well, mostly. The squire Stefi is at his side as he leaves his new home to march with young Lord Arte against the invaders.

When Lansius is separated from Stefi and their liege, he faces his greatest challenge yet: taking command of a ragtag group of misfits as they battle to save their people. And as he reluctantly climbs the ranks of power, others flock to his banner seeking glory or safety.

But will this be the adventure of a lifetime for Lansius . . . or is it a deadly mistake?

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A young man from Earth struggles to survive in a fantastical realm of blood, battles, and berserkers as the action-packed LitRPG series continues.

When young Victor Sandoval was snatched from his abuela’s home and thrust into a brutal existence as a pit fighter in the land of Fanwath, it took a long time—and a heck of a lot of acquired skills and levels—to survive and become a formidable warrior with anger issues to spare. And now he seems to be right back at the bottom of the barrel.

Heaved through a portal while defeating a particularly obnoxious pyromancer, Victor and his companion, Valla, find themselves on a new planet populated by serpentines, insectoids, and giants so far beyond the pair in might and experience as to be nigh invulnerable. If the warriors are to withstand this dangerous realm, they’ll have to endure countless tribulations to build up their own strength.

Once again, Victor must hack and hew his way to victory in the arena for a devious warlord, while Valla must honor an unwanted duel against a seemingly unbeatable opponent. And both will have to score more kills, collect more treasure, and face more horrors beyond their wildest imagination if they ever hope to return to Fanwath . . .

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The pit fighters of Sunja face a brutal day of reckoning in the third volume of this thrilling fantasy series.

Feeling the weight of sustained injuries, Halm decides upon his future with the Ten, prompting a crippled Pig Knot to contemplate his own remaining days. And an act of vengeance drives Borchus into hiding.

Within the underbelly of the Pit, arrangements are made to introduce Sunja’s most despised and dangerous criminals into the games, including a captured group of Nordish Jackals. Meanwhile, the House of Ten prepares for a day of blood matches—when the gladiator known as Junger is sure to become a legend.

Perfect for fans of Gladiator and A Game of Thrones!

Her vampire powers continuing to grow, Marianna may now be the one thing standing between Earth and its destruction, in this grimdark LitRPG.

Marianna Rojas is no ordinary vampire. She’s an Exemplar, one of thirty diplomats hand-chosen by the Grand Spell to bring the many races of the galaxy together in the World of Origin. Once a mystery, the Grand Spell has reshaped reality—and Earth is in peril.

With the strength and skills her Mask gives her, Marianna is now an emerald-eyed Elder Vampire, bursting with power and humming with dangerous thirst. The mighty Tsu-gi known as Shadow has named her “the Star That Dances in Blood Beneath the Light of the Broken Moon,” and that’s exactly how she feels: deadly and invincible.

Accompanied by her dragon sidekick, Saia, and her ever-growing crew of fighters and adventurers, Marianna throws herself into the trials that will determine who survives in this new reality. With countries rearranging and entire continents dropping into the sea, it’s only a matter of time before Earth becomes unrecognizable.

And when an emissary from a mysterious people offers Marianna aid in exchange for standing aside when Earth’s protections are lifted and the portals to other worlds are opened, she must choose between her nature and the future of her world.

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A powerful wizard and a lowly kobold experience a magical meeting of the minds in the first book of a comedic fantasy-adventure for fans of Terry Pratchett.

Absalom Scryne, the greatest wizard of his generation, has been murdered. There’s no other explanation for why his consciousness now resides in his well-worn but perfectly pointed hat.

Well, he isn’t going to take that lying down . . . or hanging from a branch, as the case may be. Instead, he’ll hop on the head of the first foul-smelling kobold that comes along and convince it that it’s in everyone’s best interests for them to undertake the epic journey through the Badlands—past horny necromancers, rustic werewolves, and rampaging ogres—back to the shining city of magic at the heart of civilization, where he will promptly kick the backside of whoever it was that finally managed to stab him in the back.

Assuming, that is, he can teach a kobold how to use magic, survive all the roaming adventurers who consider a kobold to be a very minor payday, and prevent anyone else from claiming the wealth of arcane knowledge that is now bound within the rather handsome piece of haberdashery that he has become.

From the author of the Mountain Man and Breeds series comes a collection of terrifying tales best read at night, during a storm, or all alone in the house. 

He chilled your bones with Breeds, chronicled the zombie apocalypse with Mountain Man, and exposed the face of Death in The Missing Boatman. Now, master of fear Keith C. Blackmore parcels out even more terror with this collection of seven horror and thriller stories and novellas.

This anthology of dark fiction includes the Mountain Man prequel story “The Hospital,” “Private Property,” “Eat,” “Expansion,” “The Bear That Fell from the Stars,” “Ye Old Fishing Hole,” and “Isosceles Moon.”

In a witty urban fantasy for fans of The Devil Wears Prada, a hapless barista becomes embroiled in a world of business, backstabbing, and . . . the occult?

As a twenty-three-year-old college dropout, Clark Crane has nothing to show for himself but three dead-end jobs. So when he becomes the unlikely intern for enigmatic celebrity Charisma Saintly and her “coven” of personal assistants, he’s prepared to do whatever it takes to succeed. Only, he has no idea who—or what—Charisma really is . . .

Clark runs headfirst into this new world of midnight rituals, deadly rivalries, and notes passed furtively between Charisma and her VIP clientele. Soon, a mysterious maid warns him to “get out now,” while he still can, but romance is budding with someone he met on the job. Clark isn’t sure what to do or who to believe. After all, he’s told a million girls would kill to be in his position.

But when he witnesses Charisma firing one of her assistants by murder and magic, Clark knows one thing’s certain: his boss can be a real witch! It seems no one just quits her glamorous web. Will Clark unravel the coven’s secrets and survive to tell the tale, or will he become the next victim in a cutthroat game of witchcraft and ambition?

The first book in A. T. Napoli’s B*tchcraft series, The Witch’s Assistant is a story about finding one’s self in a world where magic is all around—and finding love in unexpected places.

“A quirky and queer urban fantasy homage to The Devil Wears Prada.” —Kirkus Reviews

A young bard must rely on otherworldly know-how to navigate a magical, war-torn kingdom in the first book of an inventive coming-of-age fantasy series.

Alana wasn’t always a child of the kingdom of Bergond. In fact, she hails from an entirely different world. But an accident on Earth left her dead, and she was reincarnated as the daughter of a farmer and his wife in the hamlet of Orsken. Now, she’s learning how to live in a land vastly unlike that which she came from—and how to wield the new powers she possesses. For, even by the rules of her strange new home, Alana is special: a young bard capable of mending wounds, counteracting poisons, and healing the sick, all through the use of mana and her own mind.

But as she cultivates her newfound abilities through training with various teachers in the magical arts, those around her are struggling. War has torn the empire apart, and famine is disrupting the simple lives of the villagers. When the conflict comes right to their doorstep, Alana is separated from her family and forced to set out on her own. To remain safe and have any chance of reuniting with those she loves, she will need to apply all her cunning, sorcery, and knowledge—both of this world and Earth. Because there are forces that would do anything to control her, and they’re growing ever closer to discovering who and where she is.

Blending elements of traditional and progression fantasy, Melody of Mana is an action-packed and original story of magic, politics, friendship, and intrigue from a thrilling new voice in the genre.

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In the first book of this Lovecraftian dark fantasy, an ordinary man finds himself in extraordinary circumstances—and responsible for the fate of humanity.

Walter was a petty crook, struggling to make ends meet, when he was suddenly abducted to another world. One of many people from Earth drafted by aliens to participate in “the trials” in order to gain “ascension,” he must now endure hazardous environments and hostile creatures, strengthening his physical and mental skills to superhuman levels.

Fortunately, Walter has been gifted an Absolute Luck System, granting him the uncanny ability to achieve the statistically best possible result in any situation. Between this new AI and his quick thinking and improvisation skills, he has been deemed a lord arbiter for the inhuman monstrosities behind the trials and is sent to investigate a mysterious temporal anomaly. “Posing” as a human, he convinces the aliens that he must engage in the trials to uncover the source of the glitch.

But Walter is walking a very thin line between working undercover as a Xollon—a fierce alien race involved in running the trials—and helping humanity survive. And as he battles zombies, joins a band of superpowered warriors, and assumes the identity of a god, both he and his AI will face a soul-devouring darkness that even their luck cannot evade . . .

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A misunderstanding sparks an enemies-to-lovers romance between an outdoorsman and an aspiring writer in this funny and festive Christmas-themed novel.

So far, no man in Mistletoe, Idaho, has measured up to the literary heroes in Delilah Gill’s favorite books. Anthony Russo is no exception. She’s not sure why the steamy smooch they once shared suddenly turned frosty, and she’s tried to keep her distance ever since. But she’s had enough of being serially single, and she decides it’s the perfect time to put herself out there.

Anthony isn’t interested in playing games and he doesn’t like being used—especially not to make his own best friend jealous. Still, a bruised ego doesn’t stop him from imagining kissing Delilah again when she shows up to the local watering hole looking like a million bucks and the other single men in town start to notice her considerable charms.

As December approaches and the Christmas festivities ramp up, both Delilah and Anthony find themselves roped into Mistletoe’s seasonal happenings. It won’t be long now before proximity turns loathing into interest and ultimately a romance that could lead to a very happy holiday indeed . . .

“A breezy romantic romp with plenty of heat.” —Kirkus Reviews

The comic fantasy adventures of Gabe Skelter continue as the former Earthling loser fights his way to gory glory in an RPG made all too real.

Not all that long ago, Gabe Skelter was an unimpressive, overweight, snarky teenager with more mouth than muscle and more attitude than attributes. Then, during a deadly trainwreck, he was transported to another reality. On the world of Regaia, Gabe is a different person entirely: a massively jacked-up warrior orc known as Loon. The dud has become a stud.

But even in his new buff bod and with his growing collection of skills, Gabe still finds himself in a near-constant fight for survival against a wide variety of horrific creatures. Luckily, he’s gathered a small but loyal band of fighters to cover his broad back. And he’s going to need them . . .

Because the powers that brought Gabe to Regaia have their own plans for him and his former classmates who “died” in the trainwreck—now known as sojourners. Plans that could have drastic consequences not only for Gabe’s loved ones but for all Regaia. Plans that will almost certainly get them all killed.

Packed with furious combat, nerd-tastic detail, and hilarious wit, Big Sneaky Barbarian 2 is a must-read for fans of high-octane action and nonstop smart-ass fun.

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Praise for Big Sneaky Barbarian 2

“Wow . . . you didn’t even ask me for a blurb. Well, you can just go screw yourself, Mr. Seth.” —Matt Dinniman, bass player (also, I guess, author of Dungeon Crawler Carl)