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The Complete Faeries of Oz SeriesLionThe short story villain prequel Tin (Book 1)Dorothy returns to Oz to find Tin's heart has become stone again. Can she break the fae assassin's curse?Crow (Book 2)Reva wasn't always the Wicked Witch and Crow will do anything to earn her forgiveness.Ozma (Book 3)The true queen of Oz was kidnapped as an infant and forced to toil away on a pumpkin farm with her lover, Jack. Now that she knows her true identity, can she save Oz?Tik-Tok (Book 4)Tik-Tok has sailed the seas for decades to get revenge. Now that North is aboard his pirate ship, he finally has a chance at succeeding.

Cricket Wakefield had a bright future. A life filled with love and dreams of dance. A future that was shattered the night she was brutally murdered.But the dead don't always stay dead. And the living moves on without them.A year later, Cricket is awoken by a necromancer's magic with no choice but to join the woman's carnival, to hone her newfound skills amongst others like herself.When the Carnival arrives at her old town, Cricket learns that more victims have been discovered. Victims decorated with black dahlias just as she had been.Now, with the help of a handsome and infuriating fellow performer, Cricket must stop her killer before she winds up dead again.This time for good.Her Cruel Dahlias is a stand alone story with an addicting mystery and a steamy romance. Perfect for fans of The Night Circus, Stalking Jack the Ripper, Holly Black, and Kerri Maniscalco.

Welcome to the dark world of Grimm, where the villains are as wicked as their desires.Aura was always destined to become the Starnight Prince's bride following her twenty-first birthday. Now that the day has arrived, she looks forward to wedded bliss-and their first night together as husband and wife.That is, until the savage dragon king from another court steals Aura away before the ceremony.Hellbent on revenge, the King of Sin has been making careful plans to ruin the Starnight Prince. For years, he used lustful dalliances to battle his rage and bide his time. With Aura in his possession-the key to his vengeance-he'll use her however he sees fit.But whenever Aura is near, the King of Sin wants nothing more than to unlock her inner desires, make her crave his touch and long for the pleasure only he can give.No matter the sin. No matter what is to become of her.Spindle of Sin is a new take on Sleeping Beauty and the first book in a stand-alone series of spicy dark fairy tale retellings where the villain gets the girl in the end. Each delicious tale can be read in any order and contains fierce females, morally gray males, epic stories, and scorching romance. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Laura Thalassa, Raven Kennedy, and Jennifer L. Armentrout.

The complete Cursed Hearts duology in one collection full of nostalgia, romance, and paranormal fantasy. This omnibus includes Lyrics & Curses and Music & Mirrors. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things and Pretty in Pink. Their love for music sparked a curse...Lark Espinoza could get lost in her music--and she's not so sure anyone in her family would even care to find her. Her trendy, party-loving twin sister and her mother-come-lately Beth, who's suddenly sworn off men and onto homemaking, don't understand her love of cassette tapes, her loathing of the pop scene, or her standoffish personality. For outcast Lark, nothing feels as much like a real home as working at Bubble's Oddities store and trying to attract the attention of the cute guy who works at the Vinyl shop next door--the same one she traded lyrical notes with in class.Auden Ellis silences the incessant questions in his own head with a steady stream of beats. Despite the unconditional love of his aunt-turned-mother, he can't quit thinking about the loss of his parents--or the possibility he might end up afflicted with his father's issues. Despite his connection with lyric-loving Lark, Auden keeps her at arm's length because letting her in might mean giving her a peek into something dangerous.When two strangers arrive in town, one carrying a mysterious, dark object and the other playing an eerie flute tune, Lark and Auden find that their painful pasts have enmeshed them in a cursed future. Now, they must come to terms with their budding attraction while helping each other challenge the reflection they see in the mirror. If they fail, they'll be trapped for eternity in a place beyond reality.

Spicy NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Laura Thalassa, and Jennifer L. Armentrout.A land to remake...He believed his lover dead. She's the true Queen of Oz. Together they will fight through the darkness.Ozma's life has never been her own. Stolen, spelled, and enslaved by a witch, she never imagined she could be the true Queen of Oz. Now that she has broken her curse and returned to Oz, she vows to kill the the fae who held her captive. But first, she seeks to reunite with her lover, Jack.Jack, too, was stolen as a child, and forced to toil as the witch's slave. When he's told that his lover died, Jack resigns himself to a miserable life. His only solace is an array of lustful companions that remind him of the one he lost.The happily ever after Ozma hoped for vanishes when she discovers Jack isn't who he once was. But neither is she. And the secrets she keeps could bring them closer or break them apart.For good.Ozma is the third companion book in this dark fantasy romance series. If you love sexy fae and second chance romances, then you won't want to skip this one.Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)Vampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)

Tuesday Collins has one dream and that is to become a mime ... and possibly have her crush, Beck Barber, notice her. But when a sudden, life-altering event occurs, those dreams are stolen and life itself is put on hold.One fateful night, a spirit comes to visit Tuesday to show her that sometimes you just have to go on with life. But can Tuesday find the will to move forward and chase her dreams, or will she forever be stuck in the past?Perfect for fans of A Christmas Carol and holiday romance. Sweet and touching, this paranormal novelette will be sure to pull at your heartstrings. Scroll up and one click today for your next MUST read!

Spicy NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Laura Thalassa, and Jennifer L. Armentrout.A curse to break...He's a fae assassin with a heart of stone. She's the savior of Oz. Together they must defy a heartless curse. Tin is the most famous fae in Oz for all the wrong reasons. Cursed with a stone heart, he is the perfect assassin: ruthless, efficient, and merciless with thousands of kills to his name. When his old friend, Lion, offers him a small fortune to deliver Dorothy to the South for his lover to wear the girl's head as her own, Tin doesn't hesitate to accept the unsavory deal.Dorothy Gale lost everything-her family to illness, her dog to age, and now her farm to foreclosure. The entire town thought she was crazy for believing in a faerie world called Oz, but even after ten years have passed, she knows she is right. So when an emerald green portal opens in her wheat field, she jumps at the opportunity to return to the only place that ever felt like home.Tin wasn't expecting a vivacious, grown woman to step through the portal, just as Dorothy wasn't expecting Tin to have his stone heart back. But Oz has hidden dangerous lies behind glamour, trapped innocents in curses, and left the land in turmoil-none more so than the South. As Tin and Dorothy travel together for the second time in a decade, their lives begin to make sense again. Soon, they must decide who to give their loyalties to before Lion takes Dorothy's head and Tin's cursed heart is forever doomed.Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Laura Thalassa, and Jennifer L. Armentrout. Tin is the first book in this dark fantasy romance series. If you love hot fae assassins and strong female leads, then you won't want to miss this one.Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)Vampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)

Spicy NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Laura Thalassa, and Jennifer L. Armentrout.A world to escape...He's a cocky pirate lusting for revenge. She's the key to his destiny. Together they will discover new worlds.North has always tried to pave her own path, to break free from the shadows of the most powerful fae in Oz. Being born without magic of her own makes it difficult, but that doesn't stop her from wishing desperately for it.Tik-Tok does what he wants, says what he wants, and rules how he wants. The sea has been his home, but even after decades as captain of The Temptress, he is still without the one thing he needs: the prophesied female who can open portals through the sea. Without her, he can't achieve his greatest desire, and that is a fate he will never accept.When Tik-Tok finds North-the fae he's been waiting for-he wastes no time stealing her away. He isn't expecting to fall in love with her, perhaps a quick tumble, sure, but nothing more. Yet the past he's forced to confront may do more than haunt him ... it may destroy North.Tik-Tok is the final book in this dark fantasy romance series. If you love seductive fae pirates, independent female leads, and Hades and Persephone vibes, then you won't want to miss this epic conclusion.Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)Vampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)

Spicy NA paranormal romance for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sarah J. Maas, and K.F. Breene.He's tortured. She's broken. Together they must face the most legendary beast of all.Ferris didn't hesitate to leave behind his mortal life as a drummer. Not when it meant rescuing the alluring, pink-haired vampire who saved his life years ago. But now that they're both free from the Queen of Hearts, an unexpected emotion is surfacing-lust.Mouse fled the mortal world centuries ago after a heinous event nearly destroyed her. She would never have guessed that her new life would take a monstrous turn once away from the Ruby Heart Palace. But now her thirst for blood is all-consuming.Seeking a way to destroy the Jabberwocky seems like a good way for Ferris and Mouse to focus their energy, but the danger only heightens their mounting sexual desire.A desire that needs to be sated.Knave is the third book in the Vampires of Wonderland series with sizzling romance, friends to lovers, and sexy vampires.Vampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)

Spicy NA paranormal romance for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sarah J. Maas, and Laura Thalassa.He's a villainous prince. She's a virtuous queen. Their despise for one another will ignite desire.Chess has been the Queen of Heart's perfect, devious son all his life. With Wonderland as his playground, he revels in consuming blood and pleasuring lovers in his bed. That is, until he's blamed for his mother's death and a price is put on his head.Ever has been in hiding for years, biding her time until she can reclaim the Ivory kingdom. Until she can drive a blade through the heart of the cruel prince who once tried to murder her.With a mutual enemy hunting them both, Chess offers Ever a bargain, one she has no choice but to agree to.A bargain neither can keep. Chess is the second book in this companion series of sizzling romance, enemies to lovers, and sexy vampires.Vampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)

Revenge to take... Reva spent the last twenty years in her own purgatory, first as the Wicked Witch of the West, then banished to eternity in darkness. Now that she's returned from oblivion, Reva's out for blood. The Northern Witch, Locasta, destroyed Reva's life out of jealousy over Crow. But Reva's love for him is gone, replaced only with the desire for revenge. Crow wasted years trying to distract his mind after the Wicked Witch-his true love-was vanquished. He'd thought Reva was lost forever until magic brought her back, though their reunion was anything but happy. Reva hates him now as much as she loved him then. He can't blame her-his former lover cursed them both and stole their daughter away. But he's more determined than ever to earn Reva's forgiveness. When Reva leaves for the North, intent on destroying Locasta, Crow refuses to lose her to the same magic twice. He joins her on the journey, and, as much as Reva loathes him, she knows it's for the best. Traveling is too dangerous on her own, but spending so much time together isn't exactly safe for their hearts either. Hidden away in her castle, the Northern Witch waits to curse Reva and Crow once more. This time they need to put an end to Locasta, or suffer the consequences of the curse forever. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Laura Thalassa.

Spicy NA paranormal romance for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sarah J. Maas, and Laura Thalassa.She's a mad hatter. He's a loyal brother. Together they must survive a world steeped in blood.Maddie has been trying to rescue her sister from the Queen of Hearts' prison for two years. When her last hope to infiltrate the palace fails, Maddie is left with no choice but to join forces with a sexy man from outside of Wonderland.Noah's life has become a repetitive cycle ever since breaking up with his long-time girlfriend. But then his sister, Alice, arrives at his doorstep sporting a new pair of fangs. Noah vows to cure her, even if it means sacrificing himself.Tensions rise when the Queen of Hearts threatens to take down Maddie and Noah's sisters, putting both their worlds in peril. They must combine their strengths to bring their enemy to her knees and protect their hearts ... or risk losing them.Maddie is the first in a series of sizzling romance, sexy vampires, and devious villains."The queens of Oz return with another heart-pounding tale." - Olivia Wildenstein, Author of the Angels of Elysium SeriesVampires in Wonderland SeriesRav (Prequel)Maddie (Book One)Chess (Book Two)Knave (Book Three)Faeries of Oz SeriesLion (Prequel)Tin (Book One)Crow (Book Two)Ozma (Book Three)Tik-Tok (Book Four)

NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Holly Black.Sometimes the land chooses for you...Perin expected eternal darkness after his death, yet the land of Laith has other plans for him. Snapped awake with a desperate hunger for flesh, he fights the urge to feed, knowing that once he gives in to temptation, there is no turning back.Tavarra's deepest desire was always to be human. By the time she was granted her one true wish, the journey had already claimed those she cared about, including Perin. Alone and on the brink of forgetting how to truly live, she searches for new purpose.When Perin finds Tavarra, it gives them both the strength they need. Despite the unpredictability of him being the monster this time, Tavarra chooses to help break Perin's curse by journeying with him to retrieve an enchanted liquid for the Stone of Desire. Tied by fate, a sizzling attraction to one another, and loneliness, they must cross the sea into a deadly part of Laith, and find the liquid, before Perin's increasing hunger overtakes him.Perfect for fans of Holly Black and Sarah J. Maas. This final NA book in the Cruel Curses series comes full circle with twists and turns, spicy second chance romance, and heart-stopping action in an epic fae world.*Includes a bonus short story featuring Brenik from Clouded By Envy

NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Laura Thalassa, and Holly Black.Sometimes fate has other plans...In Laith, when the moons are high, Tavarra gains the ability to walk the land, losing her seahorse-like tail. But should she remain out of the water, a curse will consume her, turning her into a beast with sharp fangs and long claws. A creature that, on some nights, becomes a rampaging monster.Rhona and her village are under a sinister leader's control. He took Rhona from the man she loves, stripped away her water ability, then forces her to retrieve a coveted prism that will increase his powers.When Tavarra and Rhona cross paths, they agree to help each other succeed. They then embark on separate missions in hopes of breaking Tavarra's curse and saving Rhona's loved ones. But with an untamable beast inside Tavarra, and Rhona having to wander through a dangerous forest with a man who sparks her desire, nothing is certain...Veiled By Desire is the epic NA companion sequel filled with magic, sizzling friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, and a unique fae world that will make you wish you had a direct portal to.

An unexpected and addictive NA Stand-Alone Fantasy Romance.Two sisters. Two loves. And a secret that can destroy them both.For years, Silver has used her magic to draw the same human soul, Keelen, from the afterlife and place him into a wax raven she created. Each visit, her impossible relationship with Keelen deepened, leading Silver to want more than friendship. Yet it isn't until after Silver and her queen sister, Afton, are forced to defend themselves from an enemy king's guards, that Silver discovers a way to give Keelen human life and become Afton's weapon.Afton had never given her heart to another ... until she met Ragan. Just when it seems she's found true love, she must temporarily push her feelings aside and accept a betrothal contract from the enemy king to keep her territory safe. But when Afton uncovers a danger that threatens all she has built, the sisters must put a stop to it before everything they love, including their sisterly bond, shatters.Merciless Stars is the second enticing stand alone book in the Marked by Magic duology. Each book is set in the same world but can be read in any order. Perfect for fans of Kerri Maniscalco, C.N. Crawford, and Emma Hamm. If you love sizzling romance, strong female leads, twists and turns, and magic, then this is one addicting dark romantic fantasy you won't want to miss!

NA fantasy romance for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Holly Black.He only ever wanted to be human. She only ever wanted to save him. Sometimes the very thing you wish for, is your undoing...Brenik has always been envious of his twin sister, Bray. Everything always came naturally to Bray, even after crossing through a portal from their fae world, while Brenik spent his time in her shadow. So, when Brenik discovers a way to get what he has always desired-to become human-he takes it. However, the gift turns out to be a curse that alters him in ways he never saw coming.Bray can't help but be concerned for her brother, more so when he vanishes. While waiting for Brenik to return, she meets two brothers who realize she isn't human. Her dark bat-like wings are proof of that. But somehow, an aching bond forms between Bray and the hot older brother, Wes.When Bray reunites with Brenik, she finds he has an overpowering need for blood stirring within him. If Bray doesn't help Brenik put an end to his curse, it will not only damage those who get close to him, but it could also destroy the steamy romance blooming between her and Wes.Clouded By Envy is the first installment in this highly addictive series with enticing shifters, scorching romance, and morally gray characters. Scroll up and one click today for your next MUST read!

Thorns don't always pierce the heart. But sometimes they do.Thorna is a fae queen and has fallen for a mortal who relishes dark tales. Before she reveals her true nature to him, she hopes to win his heart by writing him stories of her own. But when the time comes for the mortal to discover what she truly is, will he accept her love or push her away?Perfect for fans of Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Leigh Bardugo, and Holly Black. These Vicious Thorns is filled with addicting dark tales, twists and turns, and jaw-dropping moments that will leave you yearning for more. Includes stories from the Campfire Fantasy Tales Series along with five brand new ones.

Beautiful. Unique. And utterly romantic.Clementine has been taken by a creature of darkness. Dorin is a fiend in love who must find Clementine before losing her forever. While on his desperate search, Dorin pens eight dark and romantic monstrous tales, written only for Clementine. Each story serves a purpose, and that is, do monsters have the ability to love, too?Perfect for fans of The Language of Thorns, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and Holly Black. Dearest Clementine is filled with swoony tales that will leave you captivated, breathless, and rooting for Dorin and Clementine to find one another again.

Hearts are like balloons. Sometimes they inflate... Sometimes they deflate...May Falkner's past two years have been a craptastic road. When her father suddenly passes away, May needs to find a job to help out her mom and possibly find some laughter along the way. Working at the bookstore helps with that problem. It also leads her to cross paths with Nico Evitts, who begins as just a co-worker, but becomes so much more. When life finally seems like it's almost normal again, reality steps in and pitches another curveball May's way, causing things to crack a bit. What May has to learn is, eventually, you just have to rip the bandage off.Perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover, Jenn Bennett, friends to lovers, and second chance romance. **Contains mature themes, yet quirky and cute.

The complete Wicked Souls Duology in one collection full of magic, danger, and sizzling romance. This NA box set includes Vault of Glass and Bride of Glass. Perfect for fans of Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Penny Dreadful, A.G. Howard, and Kerri Maniscalco."This is no ordinary, modern-day fairy tale. It's much, much darker."A determined girl without answers. A hot guy who would do anything for her. A mysterious museum that some see and some don't...Perrie Madeline lives a simple life. Her only concern is deciding whether or not to let herself fall for her sexy friend, August Hartley. That is, until a strange museum known as Quinsey Wolfe's Glass Vault appears overnight and people around her begin to go missing.Determined to uncover the Glass Vault's hidden secrets, Perrie and August conspire to break inside. But soon, Perrie realizes she has more to worry about than her feelings for August-something sinister is on their heels. Together they must find their way out of the museum before they discover something truly not for the faint of heart.

He's a lover. She's a thief. A magic like no other will bind them together.After the death of his parents, Anton Bereza works hard to provide for his younger siblings. Love has never been in the cards for him, especially after desperation forces Anton to sell himself for coin. And he has no idea that, beneath the city of Kedaf, lies a place called the Bone Valley.When Anton's jealous client plots against him, he is cursed to spend eternity in a world where all that remains are broken bones. There, Anton meets Nahli Yan-a spirited woman who once tried to steal from him-and his cards begin to change. But as the spark between them ignites, so does their desire to escape. All that stands in their way is the deceitful Queen of the Dead, who is determined to wield her vicious magic to break Anton and Nahli apart. Forever.The Bone Valley is a stand alone book in the Marked By Magic Duology. Each book is set in the same world but can be read in any order. Perfect for fans of Kingdom of the Wicked, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Daughter of Smoke & Bone. This is one delicious romantic fantasy filled with swoon, enemies to lovers, and unique magic that you won't want to miss!"Whimsical and fun, The Bone Valley is a unique and intriguing story with relatable characters, wrapped up in a perfect happily ever after." - Casey L. Bond, Author of Gravebriar"Reminiscent of a Grimms' fairytale, The Bone Valley brims with imagination." - Olivia Wildenstein, Author of Feather

Their dimension broke them apart...Before Ridley became the Mirror Keeper, he was just a guy in love who'd had a tough life before meeting Leni. Through Leni, he thought he'd found a way to truly live in the music they loved. But in the Mirror Dimension, everything can easily be broken-even their bond.Leni has been haunted by shadows her whole life. She had kept the burden a secret from everyone-except for Ridley and her brother-and turned to music as a distraction. But those shadows are what led her to become the Piper, whether she wanted it or not. The only reason she continued on her destructive path is the secret she must protect at all costs.Now back in the Mirror Dimension, Ridley and Leni must face punishment by the royals in charge of the curse. Music alone won't be enough to help them this time. In order for Ridley and Leni to save themselves, they must seek help from the two people they almost killed. If they can't band together to defeat the royals, Leni will end up dead and Ridley will become something he truly hates.Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, A.G, Howard, and Brenna Yovanoff. This companion sequel will make your heart pound, second-guess what you think you know, and fall head over heels in love with these characters.

Their love for music sparked a curse...Lark Espinoza could get lost in her music-and she's not so sure anyone in her family would even care to find her. Her trendy, party-loving twin sister and her mother-come-lately Beth, who's suddenly sworn off men and onto homemaking, don't understand her love of cassette tapes, her loathing of the pop scene, or her standoffish personality. For outcast Lark, nothing feels as much like a real home as working at Bubble's Oddities store and trying to attract the attention of the cute guy who works at the Vinyl shop next door-the same one she traded lyrical notes with in class.Auden Ellis silences the incessant questions in his own head with a steady stream of beats. Despite the unconditional love of his aunt-turned-mother, he can't quit thinking about the loss of his parents-or the possibility he might end up afflicted with his father's issues. Despite his connection with lyric-loving Lark, Auden keeps her at arm's length because letting her in might mean giving her a peek into something dangerous.When two strangers arrive in town, one carrying a mysterious, dark object and the other playing an eerie flute tune, Lark and Auden find that their painful pasts have enmeshed them in a cursed future. Now, they must come to terms with their budding attraction while helping each other challenge the reflection they see in the mirror. If they fail, they'll be trapped for eternity in a place beyond reality.Perfect for fans of Stranger Things and Pretty in Pink. Set in 1985, Lyrics & Curses is full of nostalgia, romance, mystery, and a story like no other.