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September 26-28, 2025
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We are giving spotlights to 2 amazing Authors.
Megan Russ
Megan Russ is an amazing author and a wonderful friend. I'm so glad I met this sweet lady. Her first full length novel is up for pre-order. We'd like to honor this book today. This book isn't Free in this Book Blast, but Megan does have books in the event. Be sure to check those out too.
Shattered Peace is available for preorder at 60% off.
By day I am a mom, a Licensed Massage Therapist and a D&D fanatic. By night I am an avid Bookwyrm and adventure teller. I have enjoyed telling stories since I was a child. I gave indie writing a shot when I was a teen and failed in spectacular fashion. I still loved telling stories, though there are so many that will never see the light of day.
Life took hold and took me for a ride. I escaped the nightmare my reality had become and reset. I found new passions and continued to write in my spare time.
With some encouragement from those in my life, I put myself back out there. Created my first collection, Shadows of the Great Basin, a collection of haunting desert tales. Now I am diving back into my roots and writing dark fantasy. My first full length novel releases November 1st 2025.
Secretly nestled in the heart of the ancient forest, there is a tree that towers over all others. Within its embrace, the future generation of warriors trains for the day their nation calls upon them.
An elven outcast with a secret to keep. A rare free human with something to prove. These two young monks have just graduated from training within the Monastery of the Leaf. With their training days behind them, it is time for them to find their place in the world.
Have you ever wondered how the heroes began their journey? Let’s go back to the beginning. This coming of age, found-family, action-driven adventure will introduce you to these young heroes before their call to destiny. What dark horrors will they face along their journey? Find out within the pages of this Homebrew 5e-inspired story.
The Beginning of the Miss-Fortunate Adventures Saga: Aearth, is a world that broke due to a Great War 3000 years ago. A world that lost its magic when the Gods knit the world back together. Sealing the magic into the world itself. They turned their backs on a world that could no longer feel their touch.
Now darkness rises on the horizon. Will the heroes rise in time to save Aearth or will this world shatter for good?
You can learn more about Aearth before Shattered Peace by reading ~ Lore by Megan Russ
This is the pre-order link. You'll find more books by Megan in the event.
E.N. Chanting
E.N. Chanting is amazing. She's an amazing author and a great friend. She has a big heart and it very supportive. She has a New Release coming and even offers a discount on her website. This book isn't Free but, E.N. does have a Free book in this book blast. Check both out today.
E.N. Chanting writes romantic suspense and horror, she's indie published 8 books to date and the 9th will be released November 14th. She lives along the Florida coast in a haunted house with her high school sweetheart and three goofy Australian Shepherds.
I made a coupon for this spotlight on my website. It's already on a special price for preorder of a signed copy and SWAG for just $18.99 with coupon code Fireside10, get an extra 10% 0ff if ordered by October 5th. Only on the author website!
Can anyone ever tame a Tomkat?
Keiko McClain is a hardworking and under appreciated forensic lab tech for the FBI. Thomas Finelli is one of the three leaders of Savage Enterprises, an elite security company.
Neither of them is looking for love, Keiko is in the middle of a break up from her long time boyfriend and Thomas is a life long player. When their paths cross Thomas is fascinated with Keiko, she notices his hard-to-miss attributes, but she's not interested, in anything, with anyone. Thomas convinces her to become friends with him, he just wants to spend more time with her and he'll take whatever she's willing to give.
But before anything can develop the way he hopes, she's kidnapped and it begins a series of threats, murders, and work trouble for her. They're thrust into one heart pounding event after another and find themselves fighting for their lives. Somehow between dodging bullets they find time to finally hit the sheets for more heart pounding activities. Maybe Keiko can tame a Tomkat after all.
Middle Grade & Children's Fantasy
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Forest Rovania's only hope begins with and epic journey! In a magical forest, long forgotten by humans, Jasper, a powerful wolf from Moon Realm, races toward The Jarius Tree, the oldest tree in Forest Rovania. He carries with him troubling news for Anthony, Leader of All. Jasper will take an amazing journey into an unknown realm with his friends Lint, Kevin, and Rover. They must bring the Warriors of the Past back to Forest Rovania to put an end to an evil threat in the forest.
Keywords: Children's Fantasy, Middle grade fantasy, Children's Adventure, Children's animal adventure
Jaspers Journey (Forest Rovania - Book One)
by Debbie Hyde & Neveah Roberson
He’s coming of age in a world of myths and legends. Can this Nordic warrior fend off the hand of darkness? Erland Kalebsen always dreamed of being a fighter. Nothing more would please him than following in the path of his legendary line of Viking heroes. But when a girl lands on their shores accompanied by a perilous prophecy, and whispers of war, Erland’s fantasy becomes a harsh reality. Can Erland and his fierce friends battle a dark curse and save their land from destruction?
Keywords: Coming of Age, Action and Adventure, Historical Fantasy, Books for Reluctant Readers, Viking Adventure, Swords and Sorcery, Chosen One, Quest based Fantasy
FATE (The Children of Ribe #1)
by C. S. Woolley
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Christian
THE RESURRECTION OF MIL
by Jack McCutcheon
Ben Turner recounts the astonishing story of his mother-in-law, Mil's death, resurrection and return to the physical world to deliver God's message of love, kindness, compassion, forgiveness and eternal life to the world. Returned with the power of knowing, a healing touch and physical transformation, Mil, and her followers use television and social media to spread God's message , which quickly goes viral. During her six- day pilgrimage, Ben navigates Mil's safety as doubters spew hate, threats, and a myriad of incidents which place her in grave danger.
Keywords: Spiritual, Inspirational, Uplifting
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Stamped (Breaking out of the Box)
by Debbie Hyde
I see you over there. You are frightened and alone. Many times, life has left you broken and battered. You hide away daily in a dark and cold place. You feel forgotten and unloved. Does anyone even know that you exist? Will happiness ever come for you? All you know is that this place hurts and you want out of it. The world sealed you up inside a cardboard box and stamped you unwanted many times over. But God says, “NO!” Your identity and future are not found in the things that happened to you in your past. God says that you are beautiful. You are loved by God just as the five ladies in this book were. You are loved and you are wanted. Nothing can stop you from the blessings God has declared for you. Stamped, Breaking Out of the Box is a wonderful message of hope and freedom. May this message help you heal from past hurts.
Keywords: women's Christian, spiritual growth, breaking free from past labels, Women's Christian living.
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Her (Beautiful, Loved, Wanted, Matters, Priceless!)
by Debbie Hyde
You are beautiful. You are loved. You are wanted. You matter. You're priceless! The story of the woman at the well shows us just how powerful the love of our Heavenly Father truly is. Jesus traveled to Samaria on purpose just for her, and He transformed her life forever. He also traveled all the way from Heaven to Earth for all of us. This remarkable, loving, and powerful story in the Bible can be an encouragement for each of us so that we can move from the dark, shadowy places life may have thrown us into. You are loved just like she was.
Keywords: Women's Christian, Christian Inspiration, Christian Growth, Women's Christian Fiction
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Women's Fiction
From What's Broken
by R.M. Demeester
Amanda and Matthew are on the cusp of their happily ever after. They have a stable marriage and a lovely daughter, and they are eagerly awaiting the birth of their second. Suddenly tragedy strikes and the couple’s picture-perfect life crumbles. Ivory, their firstborn child, dies in an accident. Not knowing how to deal with their pain, Amanda and Matthew blame each other for their loss and drift apart. They soon realize their relationship might not bear the burden, leaving their surviving daughter to cope with the aftermath of two grief-stricken parents.
Keywords: Dual POV, Psychological Drama, Love Triangle, Grief & Loss, Emotional Survival, Character-Driven
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Postcards from Paris (Postcards from Paris series)
by Rebekah Dodson
I will never forget the day I walked into Room 331. New school, new town, and I was way out of my league. I'm just here to study journalism, keep my head down, and maybe one day I'll get to intern for a big magazine. But then there's her -- Rochelle Addams. She's everything and nothing I ever wanted, and my head is spinning. Ro is quiet, mysterious, and haunted, and she's changing my world. She showed me what it was like to love with all my heart and soul, look at life a different way, and burn with jealousy. She's been through hell and back and I'm still here. God help me, I can't tell her how I feel. Will I ever be able to? Will things ever go back to what they were in Room 331, or are we doomed to play this game, her and I, of love?
Keywords: romance, dual 1st person POV, she falls first, friends to lovers, secret pregnancy, steamy, international, French, Paris, secret billionaire
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Seeking Sanctuary
by Desi Stowe
Priscilla is beyond tired of people telling her what to do. She's reeling from a recent divorce and the family drama surrounding it. However, hope exists in unexpected places, and Priscilla finds it in a career change and an unexpected friend. She's in desperate need of a new beginning. She's seeking sanctuary and hoping that, on New Year's Eve, she might find it.
Keywords: Short Story, Holiday, friendship, family saga, family drama, finding your way
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Historical Fiction
Sweet Dreams Are Made of Confit: A Feline Short Story
by Allison E. Crisostomo
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After losing out on the title of the first cat to make it to space, Jaclyn can't help hoping for another chance. When she hears her erstwhile rival is out of the picture, she rushes to a nearby French village in search of answers — and a fast track to the stars. Along the way, she runs into a street cat with his own humble dreams and finds that her lofty ambitions may not be so dreamy, and maybe the adventure she seeks could be a lot closer to home.
Keywords: Short Story, 1960s France, Space Age, Cat POV, Unlikely Friendships, Inspired by a True Story, Quick Read
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You Can't Hide From Justice
by Victoria Trout
Seven years ago, Ethan Adams was wrongfully convicted of murder. His brother risked everything to save him from the gallows. Now they face new dangers as their country is consumed by war. Establishing a new town in Oregon seems the perfect solution for their families. Yet unknown to them, the true killer has been hunting them all this time. Their lives and futures hang in the balance as the search for justice begins anew. Will the killer destroy everything they've built, or will justice prevail, allowing them to finally face their future together?
Keywords: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction, Book 2 Ethan's Flight, Justice, Happy Ending
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Fifteen Postcards (Old Curiosity Shop series)
by Kirsten McKenzie
Three continents, two centuries, one woman, and a mystery to unite them all. Determined to save the antiques store she has inherited from ruin after the unexplained disappearance of her parents, Sarah Lester discovers a jumbled collection of vintage postcards which lead her on a journey through time. Sarah’s journey through time could solve the mystery of her parents’ disappearance. But one impossible question remains: what will staying in the past do to her future?
Keywords: Time travel; Mystery; Science Fiction; Time Slip; Victorian
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Historical Romance
Justice
by Shalene Marie
A family annihilated. A woman with a grudge. A bounty hunter with a debt to pay. When Justice Belle is only eight years old, she is forced to watch the Dade Gang slaughter her family. After her selfless neighbors take her in, the girl plots her revenge against the Dades and earns the nickname The Kiss of Death. Bounty hunter Morgan Blake learns his late father’s gambling habit has put their family home in jeopardy. When he learns The Kiss of Death has a reward on her head, he sets out to turn her in so he can save his father’s legacy for generations to come. Their first meeting comes with the threat of a shootout, but it’s their chemistry that explodes. Along with their tempers. Justice refuses to go to jail. Even if she’s falling for the rugged bounty hunter, she’ll escape his clutches, even if it means killing him…
Keywords: Spicy, Enemies to Lovers, Bounty Hunter, Revenge, Murder
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A Sporting Affair
by Paullett Golden
When Genevieve Slade finds herself compromised by a reckless gentleman who is the antithesis of the responsible young man she believes is right for her, she aims to show him how wrong they are for each other. Rafe Fitz-Stephens has his plans for the future laid out perfectly until circumstance topples him into the lap of an obstinate, headstrong girl. Join Rafe and Genevieve as these enemies-of-circumstance race to break the betrothal before either stumbles headlong in love with the other.
Keywords: Enemies-to-lovers, Compromised, Forced Proximity, Opposites Attract, Christian, Clean Romance, Sporting, Small Town Setting
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Sunday Meal (Sex in the Wild West Series)
by Stacy-Deanne
A spontaneous striptease between a frustrated young widow and a cowboy whose wife left him leads to a passionate rendezvous after the cowboy saves the woman’s life.
Keywords: bwwm, interracial, historical, western, widowed heroine, second-chance love, age-gap
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Awakening Desire (Desire Trilogy Book 1)
by Michele Knight
Meet Valcor Alcuv and his betrothed, Adina Gasquon. They are unhappy with their marriage arrangement but know it is the best for Anisia. As they fight their attraction for one another, they must contend with an enemy determined to avenge a long-ago transgression and conquer Anisia for himself.
Keywords: steamy, historical, swordfights, trauma
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Dangerous Desire (Desire Trilogy Book 2)
by Michele Knight
Heron Alcuv feels stifled by his royal duties. To clear his head and have some freedom, he sets sail on one of the many Macedonian fleet ships. On his travels, he stumbles upon the quaint little port village of Vorkshire. While in Vorkshire, Zinnia gains his undivided attention. While he tries to woo Zinnia, a threat from the Alcuv's past threatens to ruin all Heron holds dear.
Keywords: steamy, historical, trauma, abuse, SA
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Unforeseen Desire (Desire Trilogy Book 3)
by Michele Knight
In the third and final installment, we follow Bella Alcuv, who is still reeling from her encounter with the Duke of Riverway. When she is kidnapped and escapes with Jeremiah Paladine's help (although grudgingly). Something isn't right because pursuers are following them, she has never seen before. While her family is searching, there is something or someone else following the search party.
Keywords: Steamy, historical, trauma, stalking
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Love Letters From the Edge of the World
by Tiffany Buras Parker
In 1934, Mary Meister leaves small-town Indiana to help her brother, a priest in Louisiana. She expects duty, not a persistent young man named Oscar Buras. Oscar falls for her instantly, but Mary remains unconvinced, returning home after a year. Refusing to give up, Oscar follows her north, sparking a reluctant correspondence. What begins as letters out of courtesy soon becomes a lifeline across miles. This is a tender historical romance of stubborn hearts, second chances, and a love worth waiting for.
Keywords: Christian romance, historical fiction, small town-rural, sweet romance, women’s fiction
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When a Knight Falls (For the Love of a Shaw - Book One)
by Debbie Hyde
A wounded stranger. A kindhearted lady. Two hearts in danger of being forever broken… Gavin Shaw is staring down death. After ruthless pirates attack a simple merchant and passenger ship, the courageous knight and heir of an earl plunges into battle only to be felled by a blow to the head. And when he’s mysteriously rescued from the burning vessel, he wakes up from feverish dreams to discover his beautiful nursemaid is real. Abigail “Abby” Bryson prays for a miracle. Taking care of the mortally injured man for days while hoping he’ll survive, the young woman’s compassion turns to anger when the devilishly handsome patient suddenly kisses her without permission. But deep inside, she knows her wrath is only masking emotions awakened while he lay unconscious.
Keywords: Sweet Clean Historical Romance, protective knight, loyal hero, sweet heroine, and endearingly funny moments, suspense, adventure, and secrets.
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Falling for the Enemy (For the Love of a Shaw - Book Two)
by Debbie Hyde
Nathaniel Shaw's first assignment on his own, to prove his leadership skills, was frustrating him at every turn. No matter the cost, he had to make this job a successful one. He could not return to Ellis Manor as a failure. As Nate battles the odds stacked against him to turn Nettlesville into a thriving seaside port village, his heart falls for the mysterious young woman in his work crew. As he unravels the secrets around her, Nate will face the biggest battle of his life. Unlike his older brothers, Nate is not a knight. He has much to learn about sword fighting. Will his greatest stand for Nettlesville cost him everything? Will he lose the village, the woman he loves, and even his own life to his family's long-time enemy?
Keywords: Sweet clean historical romance, enemies to lovers, mystery, secrets & lies, forbidden love, suspense, adventure.
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Fantasy
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A young sorceress is turned over to the custody of a powerful dragon. They grow together and make choices that cannot be undone. Fans of D&D and action adventures will have fun in this short.
Keywords: Dragons & Heroes, Magic Fantasy, Sword & Magic, Action Adventure, Dark Fantasy, Short Story
by Megan Russ
The Ice Princess
Lore (A Miss-Fortunate Adventures Prequel)
by Megan Russ
Dark Fantasy Horror. 0 Spice, some gore, and suspense. A world building short story collection. Prequel anthology that hints at what is to come for this dark fantasy world.
Keywords: Dark Fantasy Horror, D&D Inspired, Monster & Mayhem, Heroes & Monster, Prequel Collection, Short Story, Low Magic Fantasy, Legends & Myths, Action Adventure Fantasy
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Daughter of the Broken Prophecy
by Elizabeth Sparkles
Some prophecies are sacred. Some are silenced. She was never supposed to survive either. They said the last child born under a blood moon would bring ruin. So, they killed her before she could take her first breath. Or so they thought.
Keywords: Prophecy / Chosen One Secret Magic / Forbidden Magic Survivor Against All Odds Found Family vs. Clan Politics Romance
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Deal With A Reaper
All I wanted, was to be normal, and do stupid normal girl stuff, like go shopping. But no, I had to be born able to see Demons. And how am I handling this as a now 28 year old woman? I’ll let you know when I’m not running for my life from zombie dogs.
Keywords: Dark Urban Fantasy, Horror Undertones; Mild Spice; Enemies To Lovers; Morally Dark Gray; Forced Proximity
by T.R. Sharrow
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Life After Death: A Faerie Tale (Faerie Tales Book 1)
by T.R. Sharrow
I had a great life! I wouldn't have traded it for anything. But, when I was young and naïve, I unknowingly made a deal with a Fae. And now he's back, to make sure I hold up my end of the deal.
Keywords: Dark Fantasy, Morally Grey; Touch Her & Die; Hidden Pasts; Other Realms; Forced Proximity
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Skeleton In The Closet: Another Faerie Tale (Lost Realms Book 1)
by T.R. Sharrow
I have a secret. And if anyone finds out, they'll kill me. As if it wasn't hard enough keeping my own secret, now I have to keep him a secret too. Because if he's found out, there's no way a quick death will find either of us.
Keywords: Dark Fantasy, Mild Spice; Uneasy Allies To Lovers; Morally Gray; Other Realms; Touch Her & Die
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Prince Sebastian finds himself in the midst of an ogre enchantment. No one, not even King Harold, can stop the fate of the Ogre Knight.
Keywords: Ogres, fantasy adventure, magic, sword and sorcery
The Ogre Knight
by W.R. Arnold
Dauntless
by Tom Atwood Jr.
Kacey Alexander is the typical high school graduate until she receives a chest as part of her inheritance. She looks inside and finds out that her late mother was a Sentinel, a member of an ancient order of Mages, each one dedicated to protecting humans from the forces of Darkness.
Keywords: Action, adventure, vampires, fae, romance, first person POV, urban fantasy, fantasy, love triangle, lgbt
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The Star She Becomes
by C. Warner-Thompson
A tale of hidden magic, fate, and the pain of losing those closest to you. Can Abbii outrun the demons hunting for the hidden power inside of her, before it's too late?
Keywords: Paranormal fantasy, Hidden magic, chosen one, unwilling hero, paranormal, lost souls, grief/loss, love triangle beginnings, YA fantasy, mental health rep
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Love's Flame
by Alyssa Feliciano
Fenix is a high- born fae, who will one day rule over Ellewood, as its high lord. In the interim, a war looms beyond their real. Fenix's powers are unmatched, and he is the key to defeating the darkness. Coraline knew better than to fall in love with him. She knew one day her status as a lesser fae would tear them apart, but her heart was traitorous. On their last night before Fenix leaves for battle, Cora makes a decision that alters everything
Keywords: Forbidden Love, chosen one, fae, sweet romance, animal sidekicks, cozy, royalty, romance
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Aerisia: Land Beyond the Sunset (The Sunset Lands Beyond trilogy, Book One)
by Sarah Ashwood
Hannah's college plans didn't include becoming the savior of a parallel world and getting tangled up with a warrior, but now that she's been taken to Aerisia, told she its prophesied savior, and bonded to a fearsome immortal warrior-lord, fulfilling that prophecy may be all that saves her life.
Keywords: Enemies to lovers, forced proximity, bodyguard trope, found family, reluctant chosen one
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Finding Forgiveness
by Megan Russ
A disgraced holy knight is forced to find a new place in the world. A traveler with a secret needs an escort. Magic, mystery, and a little adventure mixed in. This short found family novella will show the lengths one will go to redeem themselves.
Keywords: Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Action Adventure, Found Family, Magic, Redemption Arc, Character Driven, Quick Read, Standalone
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Dystopian
Three Sisters: A Tale of Survival (Three Sisters Trilogy Book 1)
by Nikki Lewen
The Three Sisters Trilogy is the story of one uncommonly courageous woman who survives in a devastated world. It’s a story of over-coming hardships, of helping others, of uniting to fight and stay alive. It’s “a story that gets better with each book! Totally binge worthy!”
Keywords: Post-apoc/dystopian tale of survival, with touch of horror, hint of romane, and strong FMCs, Found family, The chosen one, Good vs evil, and Slow-burn second chance romance tropes.
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Poppy Bloom (Life After Us)
by Rebekah Dodson
When Portland is leveled, and Ambrose meets Vicki, and he promises to help her find her fiancé instead. What he doesn't expect is the feelings that start to form for her as they search the dangerous Oregon woodlands. Sometimes love isn't what you think it is. The poppies bloom reminds them of what they’ve lost, while giving them the courage to face a brand new future.
Keywords: Science Fiction, Dual 3rd person, he falls first, romance, sweet, dystopian
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Marked
by Bridget E. Baker
In a postapocalyptic world devastated by a slow-acting but deadly pathogen, Ruby learns that her virologist father left a series of clues in his journals, and she may be the only person who can save the world… “A compelling adventure” (Kirkus Reviews).
Keywords: Teen and YA, Dystopian, Post apocalyptic, dystopian romance, YA romance, clean YA romance, end of the world, protective guy, love triangle.
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Sci-Fi
Absolution
by Drew Avera
Samuel “Max” Maxwell had it all—until a bad business decision by his partner and closest friend, Jacob Amott, cost him everything. After serving five years in prison, Max walks free with nothing left but a shadowed past and a fractured legacy. His business is gone. His friendship died in betrayal—and in blood. Now, Max wants a fresh start. But when a chance to reclaim what he lost puts him on a collision course with the organization that killed Jacob, Max must decide: can he outrun his past, or will it bury him for good?
Keywords: space opera, second chances, redemption story, action adventure, clean, light romantic elements
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Jade and Crim
by J. Arnold
Jade, a scrappy young egghead, has hidden her past from everyone. Crim, her small robotic companion, doesn’t know where he comes from or why he was created.
Keywords: Humor, cyberpunk, aliens, robots, runaways.
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Mirrors (Curse of Lanval)
by Rebekah Dodson
You probably won’t like my story. Heck, I’m not sure if I even like it myself. Between getting burned at the stake and being drowned, almost twice, it’s quite a lot to swallow. But this is the story of how I bedded a queen and married a poet, all to end the family curse. My name is Guillaume, but you can call me Gill, and despite what you hear, this story is all my sister’s fault.
Keywords: time travel, romance, action, adventure, he falls first, 1st person POV, steamy, historical
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The Cartel (The Apprentice, Volume 1)
by EG Manetti
Step into a universe where duty is a double-edged sword honed by passion. Love is not a battlefield—it is an entire galaxy. Lilian’s bright future was destroyed with a single, devastating stroke—her family name erased, their cartouche melted, and their property forfeited. Destitute and desperate, she is determined to survive and protect what remains of her family—no matter what she must do. Ruthless, clever, and ambitious, Lucius Mercio's wealth, influence, and power are exceeded by few within the Twelve Systems. It is not sufficient. Lucius needs Lilian… and he needs her alive.
Keywords: Steamy Romance, Space Opera, Romantic Suspense, Billionaire Romance, Strong Heroine, Alpha Male, Romantasy
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Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense
MAN HUNT
by Tina S Transformation
It took me too long to wake up. I let life drag me, beat me, break me. I walked into hell with open arms, made choices that chained me to the worst consequences. Then I had the nerve to feel sorry for myself, as if I wasn't the one who put myself there. I was. This wasn't fate. There was no grand design, no cruel god twisting the knife. It was me. My own hands built the prison I rotted in. And the worst part? I let it happen. I let myself be used. I let myself be broken. I became something less than human. Shame wrapped around my throat like a noose, whispering that I was nothing. That I would always be nothing. But I wasn't made to be a victim. I had lived a whole life before this—a life of misery, of lies, of seeing people for what they really were. When I finally woke up, when I ripped off the chains, I didn't come back into the light. I stayed in the shadows. I learned to see the world for what it was—a cesspool of hidden sins and smiling liars. I had let monsters roam free. Not anymore. I no longer exist to be broken. I exist to break them. Now, I serve justice in the dark. I hunt.
Keywords: psychological Thriller Crime Thriller Serial Killer Fiction Psychological Horror Dark Suspense Murder Mystery / Killer’s POV Forensic & Criminal Psychology Obsession & Control Survivor vs. Predator Dark Fiction
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Unhinged (A Bleeding Hearts Valley Thriller)
by Danielle Fear
Kayleigh and Owen thought they found love on a dating app. What they didn't expect? A tangled web of suspicion and fear. Their connection spirals into a psychological thriller where trust is shattered and reality blurs. Can they break free from their pasts and find the truth, or will their demons consume them both? Unhinged is a gripping ride through love, fear, and the complexities of the human mind.
Keywords: Stalking, Mental Health, Unreliable Narrators, Unexpected Twist, Bipolar
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Jack & Jill: Too Close to Home
by Iain Benson
LGBTQI+ crime. DI Jack Ville is assigned to a double trans homicide, but Jack has a career-ending secret: Jill. When four other synchronized murders come to light, it might take Jill to solve it, even if that is the end of Jack.
Keywords: Thriller
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The Girl Once Known (The Girl Once Known Series)
by R.M. Demeester
After a violent hit-and-run shatters Mira Harris’s life, she is left broken, searching for answers and fighting to hold on to control. Haunted by a dysfunctional childhood and the recent return of her estranged father, Mira has always relied on order to survive. When the crash forces her to question who wanted her silenced, she must confront old wounds and hidden truths. As secrets unravel, Mira and those closest to her discover that uncovering the truth could be more dangerous and costly than the accident itself.
Keywords: Drama Multi-POV First-Person POV Generational Dysfunction Character-Driven Twists and Turns Emotional, Psychological Thriller
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The Perfect Death (Brannon House #1)
by Stacy Claflin
In a neighborhood full of deadly secrets, no one can be trusted—not even family. When a successful lawyer is found dead in an apparent suicide, her sister Kenzi will stop at nothing to expose the truth. Will unveiling the neighborhood’s dark legacy lead them to the killer, or put Kenzi in the crosshairs next?
Keywords: Domestic Thriller, haunted house, crime, conspiracy, murder, found family, clean, twist ending
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Merry Little Vengeance (Holiday Quick Kills - Book 1)
by Joan De La Haye
She wasn’t supposed to kill anyone this holiday—but then her sister’s murderer moved in just up the road. Oops. Merry Little Vengeance is fast, fierce, and perfect for fans of deadly women, dark humour, and revenge served hot.
Keywords: Holiday revenge story Dark holiday humour Hitwoman with humour Vigilante justice thriller female assassin thriller revenge thriller novella dark feminist thriller, Action Thriller
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The Race (The Race Series Book 1)
by Joan De La Haye
Kidnapped. Trapped on a desert island where killing is a spectator sport. Joanna didn’t choose to fight—but she’ll kill to win. The Race is violent, relentless, and perfect for fans of dark thrillers with bite.
Keywords: Action Thriller, Female-driven action thriller Dark psychological thriller Fast-paced political thriller Survival thriller with a strong heroine High-stakes adventure thriller Female lead in high-stakes competition Thriller series with deadly elite games
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Sixty: A Crime Reporter's Story
by Yvette Walker
"Sixty" is a gripping tale of small-town killings and one journalist's journey to uncover the truth of a serial killer while confronting scars left behind. Protagonist Linda Radcliffe is Christian, divorced and complicated.
Keywords: Thriller, Amateur Detective, Mystery, Christian, Women's Fiction, Romance
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Trial of the Heart: A Crime Reporter's Story (Book Two of the Linda Radcliffe Chronicles)
by Yvette Walker
Torn between love, loyalty, and justice, journalist Linda Radcliffe returns to Elmar, Oklahoma, a town haunted by its dark past. In this gripping sequel, Linda faces her greatest challenge yet: helping her old flame, Mark Dean, who’s behind bars for a killing in defense of family. "Trial of the Heart" masterfully weaves thriller and romance, plunging readers into a story of the pursuit of truth. Perfect for fans of small-town mysteries with high-stakes emotions.
Keywords: Crime, suspense, mystery, amateur detective, Christian, romance, thriller
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The Witches of Lost Lake: The Haunted House (Lost Lake)
by Tricia Arnold
Ivy and her mother move to a notorious haunted house in the town of Lost Lake. With her parents divorcing, Ivy is hoping to live a normal life in a new town. Ivy learns right away that Lost Lake is no ordinary town.
Keywords: haunted house, paranormal mystery, witches, cursed home, tragic history, evil entity, mother-daughter duo, divorce, spooky town, tormented spirit, magical intervention
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Fractured (City of Lies, Book 2)
by Sam Chase
Framed and desperate, Tory teams up with Antonio, but their uneasy alliance raises more questions than it answers. Each clue leads her deeper into a brutal conspiracy—and reveals secrets that could shatter everything she thought she knew. With her life and freedom on the line, Tory must decide: is Antonio her last ally or her most dangerous threat?
Keywords: Corrupt cops, mafia secrets, enemies-to-allies, on-the-run suspense, gritty female lead, reluctant partnership, slow-burn tension, deadly betrayal, fast-paced action, and a city full of lies.
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The Corpse Collector Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series Boxset 1-4
by Tammy Tyree
Murder, mayhem, and a little bit of magic… Welcome to Castle Point, Maine, where the dearly departed are anything but quiet. Carrigan Critt thought inheriting the family funeral home was the biggest challenge of her forties—until she started seeing ghosts. Now, with her best friends, Radleigh the drag queen mortician and Trixie the crafty shop owner, she finds herself caught up in murder investigations, reluctant matchmaking attempts by her high-society mother, crochet sessions, an endless supply of coffee at the Chatterbox Café and cats. Lots and lots of cats.
Keywords: Paranormal Women's Fiction, Amateur Sleuth, Craft Cozy Mystery, Animal Cozy Mystery
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Hunted
by LaBrie James
Lennox Rose survived the night that killed her best friend. Now a relentless predator wants her silenced. Detective Finn Holland vows to protect her. Cory Watson’s devotion twists into something darker. Trust shatters as obsession and betrayal close in. To survive, Lennox must face the hunter—and herself.
Keywords: Psychological thriller, thriller, romance, multiple POV’s, fast paced.
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Out with the Sunset (Parks Pat Mysteries #1)
by P.D. Workman
It’s an ugly murder in a beautiful setting. How can Calgary’s park-goers feel safe with a murderer still on the streets—or pathways? Margie and the team are on the case while at the same time she and her daughter try to acclimatize to the new city.
Keywords: Mystery (police procedural), female sleuth, diverse characters, armchair travel, police procedural, strong female protagonist, indigenous, Canada,
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Red Gate By The Bridge
by Desi Stowe
Maple stands in the brink of a fairytale romance, even if it is decorated with a few red flags. When she finds out that Parker's sweet words and beautiful promises mask a penchant for violence, she knows she has to run.
Keywords: Psychological thriller, small town romance gone wrong, woman in peril, woman on the run, romantic suspense
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Call It A Knight
by K Howell
For years, Detective Eli Knight has hunted for a serial killer only he believes exists, only for the killer to decide Eli needs help with his latest case.
Keywords: Mystery, Crime, Serial Killers, Detective, FBI, Found Family
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Knight and Day
by K Howell
SECOND BOOK IN THE SERIES. After a federal agent is assassinated in broad daylight, Eli Knight and the team race to save the lives of the assassins remaining targets.
Keywords: Crime, Mystery, Assassins, Serial Killers, FBI, PNW
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Whiskey Scars
by Kristi Copeland
Angels don't do what he did...
𝗞𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗱𝘆 I didn't need to tell him my story, the blood running down my face made it clear. One look at me on that dark backroad, and he knew.
𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗲 I wasn't looking for trouble, but for some reason, it always seemed to find me. I got turned around outside a small town and found her stumbling--broken and bruised. I knew what I had to do.
Keywords: Vigilante Justice / Fallen Angel / Alaska / Rock Fiction
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Disappearance on Route 6
by Ashley Bundy
Stacey's psychic abilities go into overdrive when a car is discovered in the lake in her small town. The more she investigates it becomes clear that someone desperately wants to keep the truth buried.
Keywords: Psychic Investigation, small town investigation, cold case, suspenseful, road trip gone wrong, cat and mouse thriller, romance
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Limited Edition (Prose and Cons Cozy Mystery #1)
by Paige Cassel
Bookstore owner Helga Henderson's fresh start in Birchwood Bay takes a deadly turn when festival director Preston Wickham is found poisoned among her rare books. With evidence pointing her way, Helga must solve the case with help from her pets—Watson the German Shepherd, Dickens the Persian cat, and Poe the evidence-finding crow. As she investigates, she discovers Preston was blackmailing half the town.
Keywords: Bookstore cozy mystery, Small Town Northern Michigan Lakeshore, fish-out-of-water female sleuth, whodunit, cat, a dog, and a crow!
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A Precarious Homecoming (Arabella Stewart Historical Mysteries-Book 1)
by D.S. Lang
When Arabella Stewart returns home from the Great War, she not only finds her hometown and family resort besieged by troubles, she comes across the dead body of a neighbor. Eager to solve the case, Bella clashes with Constable Jackson Hastings to let her help—her childhood buddy, her girlhood crush, and her brother’s best friend. Since his job is in jeopardy if he does not find the killer quickly, Jax reluctantly accepts Bella’s help. An incident from the war is a powerful barrier between the pair. Still, they share a common goal—solve the case before someone else dies.
Keywords: Found family, whodunit, amateur sleuth, women sleuths, small town.
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Hot Scheming Mess (Madison Cruzy Mystery #1)
by Lucy Carol
Secrets, spies, sexy guys, staying alive is hard! Desperate actress Madison Cruz discovers spies as she deals with her FBI mother, while hiding evidence for her grandfather. Hilarious friends and steamy guys aren’t helping, because the enemy’s right behind her!
Keywords: Hilarious, Spies, romantic comedy, cozy mystery, comedy thriller
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Horror
Fallon Nevada is the home to a curse that returns every ten years. But who believes in urban legends? Farmers tell cautionary tales all the time, but could a few old tales be true? Find out more about the Gurka's Curse and the monsters that haunt the cornfields of Fallon.
Keywords: Horror, Monster Horror, Cursed Legend, Myth & Legend, Young Hero, Monster & Mayhem
Waves of Green
by Megan Russ
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WE SHOULD LEAVE
by Amanda Ruzsa
On Halloween night, three friends break into an abandoned shop. What begins as a thrill-seeking evening quickly turns into a nightmare. Haunted by what they witnessed, the survivors try to escape the horror—but the board isn’t done with them yet. Some games aren’t meant to be played… and some spirits refuse to let you go.
Keywords: Paranormal, occult
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by Amanda Ruzsa
UNLEASHED
When something strange stirs beneath the soil, a beloved family dog brings more than muddy paws back into the house—he brings a hunger that isn’t his. Told entirely from the dog's perspective, UNLEASHED is a visceral, heart-wrenching descent into body horror, grief, and the darkest edges of loyalty. As the infection spreads, so does the tension. Can love survive when instinct turns feral?
Keywords: Grief, psychological horror
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IT’S DARK IN HERE: a collection of horror poetry and art
by Amanda Ruzsa
Step into a world where nightmares breathe, shadows whisper, and the dark is always watching. It’s Dark In Here is a collection of deeply disturbing horror poetry and haunting artwork that drags your fears into the light—so they can watch you squirm. From horrific clowns to cursed forests, from tooth faeries who take more than teeth to undead souls screaming beneath the dirt, this book doesn’t ask if you’re afraid of the dark… it shows you why you should be.
Keywords: Poetry, horror
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THE HUNT
by Amanda Ruzsa
Every year, the children walk into the woods. Some come back. Some don’t. The town pretends it's normal. Pretends the screams fade. Pretends the black egg never hatches. This time, it’s not just blood the forest wants. It’s everything.
Keywords: Cosmic, apocalyptic, folk horror
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Love Made Me Do It (The Lancaster Asylum Series Book 1)
by Michele Knight
What would you do if you received an invitation to an abandoned asylum? If you don't show up, there will be consequences. When you do show up, you discover five other men had received the same invitation. The doors close, locking the six of you inside. Now, with no other choice, you must go further into the asylum to look for a way out. You all soon realize you aren't alone. Someone or something is watching you. Can you make it out alive or be trapped forever within the halls of Lancaster Asylum?
Keywords: Horror, gore, paranormal, trauma, supernatural
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Smilin' Sam's Corn Maze
by Stephanie Scissom
A dying mother receives help from an unlikely--and horrifying--source as she tries to find out what happened to her 7-year-old daughter who disappeared on Halloween night in 1984.
Keywords: Horror, paranormal, grief, mystery, child abduction, small-town, halloween, police procedural, hallucinations, Psychological horror
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Romantic Suspense
Diana Cumberlin knows one thing: he’s coming for her, and he’s not the only one. Fleeing a ruined marriage and a mob boss with a vendetta for revenge, Diana will do anything to protect her five-year-old daughter. From contacting long lost lovers to family she abandoned years ago, Diana is determined to set right her past transgressions on a road more traveled.
Keywords: thriller, fleeing, she falls first, third person POV, romance, mafia, dangerous, action
A Road More Traveled (Cumberlin Defense Intelligence Book 1)
by Rebekah Dodson
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Stranded at Night (California Express Series Book 1)
by Rebekah Dodson
Two days after Christmas, two in the afternoon, two passengers must face the storm to prevail against the darkness. When the train suddenly stops in the middle of the blizzard weird things start to happen. Random disappearances, an assault, a body in the snow. It becomes clear it's up to Jesse and Maggie to find the culprit or face the music on the stranded California Express.
Keywords: spy thriller, thriller, winter, snowstorm, mystery, 1st person POV, romance, he falls first
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Stalked By The Devil
by Stacy-Deanne
Keith’s perfect to everyone else: successful, gorgeous, and at 35 he’s the co-CEO of his family’s billion-dollar company. But Melody feels she has every reason to hate him from his arrogance, his controlling ways, and how every woman he’s had a relationship with seems to disappear.
Keywords: bwwm, interracial, billionaire, bad boy, dark romance, suspense, african american, contemporary
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Saving Scarlett
by C.A. Varian
In the heart of sultry New Orleans, Scarlett Prejean's life, filled with beauty and ambition, is marred by a haunting presence—her abusive husband, Joshua. As the proud owner of a cozy bookstore and a haven of coffee and literature, she seeks solace amid the unrelenting cruelty of her marriage. But fate takes a dark and unexpected turn when Joshua makes a chilling decision: he hires Bane, an assassin bound by a relentless code, to bring Scarlett's life to a tragic end. What Joshua doesn't foresee is the profound twist that awaits.
Keywords: Spicy, Dark Romance, Romantic Suspense, Vigilante Justice, Assassin Romance, Second Chance Romance, Touch her & die
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(Young Adult & New Adult)
All Fun and Games (Sensational Seasons)
by W.A. Ashes
Harper and her friends have been attending the camp since they were little and have been counselors for four years. They have a reputation with the parents, and it's not a good one. Known for telling scary stories to their second-grade campers, the trio is cautioned to keep this summer free of ghostly tales. Dawson swears the stories are harmless and the two girls, who've harbored crushes for him since grade school, agree. When they disregard Mrs. Mauder's warning they get a surprise as the stories they tell start coming to life. Now, Harper, Tonya, and Dawson have to keep their kids safe and survive a vengeful ghost.
Keywords: Horror, summer camp, paranormal, scary stories, teen crushes, seasonal stories, cozy horror, mystery
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Blade of the Phoenix
by Kristy Dixon
For two thousand years, the continent of Riviand has remained hidden beneath the ocean, protected by the Blade of the Phoenix. When the magical sword is stolen, Queen Claret must strike a desperate bargain with the goblins to keep her people from drowning. On Earth, Kaylee and Mateo discover a strange blade near their school—unaware it holds the key to Riviand’s survival. Swept into a realm of goblins, giants, and trolls, they must uncover the sword’s true power before the world is lost forever.
Keywords: adventure and quest, slow burn romance, found family, humor, friendship, young adult fantasy
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Sweet Clean Contemporary Romance
Abigail is a real estate agent whose pride is Persimmon Commons. She loves her neighbors, enjoys her job, and has fun planning activities, especially the book club. But when her new neighbors move in, things get a bit…chaotic.
Keywords: Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy, Close Proximity, Frenemies, Town Drama
Battle of the Book Clubs
by Abby Woodland
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My Best Friend Grump
by Amy Edsanders
Annie always had a crush on Adrien, but he's coming back to their small town to get married. Annie then decides to fake date Jasper, Adrien's brooding grumpy brother and her best friend. As their fake relationship begins to feel undeniably real, will Annie keep chasing the past, or finally open her heart to the best friend who’s been there all along?
Keywords: Sweet Clean Contemporary Romance, Grumpy, Friends to Lovers, Small Town, Fake Dating, Secret Crushes
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Reluctant Cowboy (Friendly Valley Romance)
by Braylee Parkinson
Blake Peterson returns to Friendly Valley after a career in the military and a painful divorce. He eagerly throws himself into his new job and focuses on making a fresh start, but the past whispers in his ear when his old high school crush becomes one of his employees.
Keywords: Clean and Wholesome Romance, Sweet Romance, Western Romance, Second Chance Romance, Clean Cowboy Romance
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The Hike To Higher Ground
by Alyssa Feliciano
Needing clarity and a new plan, Leah heads to Moab, Utah, seeking God's voice and direction, but instead finds herself stranded on the mountain during a flash flood. Meanwhile, Pierce sets out to clear his head with a hike, only to end up rescuing a woman and sharing his tent and limited supplies while they wait for the rain to slow. One storm, one tent, and one night are about to change two lives.
Keywords: Christian, multiple POV, snall town, forced proximity,
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Shadows
by Desi Stowe
Ella Hawthorne has lost everyone she’s ever loved. Still reeling from her fiance’s tragic death, She relocates to Charleston, SC for a new job, desperate for a fresh start. As she settles into this new life, she forms friendships and an unexpected romance that impacts her in ways she never dared even possible.
Keywords: Sweet romance, mental health rep, friendship, Cinnamon roll MMC, Contemporary
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Second Time's Sweeter
by Melissa Mastro
A recipe contest brings two finalists to a chocolate factory in Belgium where they face off—and find love—in this heartwarming and hopeful story about second chances. Ophelia Watson is having a hard time, so when she sees a news article about a recipe competition that offers a grand prize of $25,000 and a trip to Europe, she immediately jumps at the opportunity. Tate Ripley is struggling, too, and with a nudge from his best friend, he begrudgingly submits a recipe to an annual competition in honor of International Chocolate Day. He isn’t expecting much; it’s just a silly recipe contest, after all. But, to his surprise, it becomes so much more. Ophelia and Tate meet in Brussels, Belgium, to see who will be crowned champion. Only one can take home the grand prize, but they might both leave winners. Chocolate may not be the answer to all of life’s problems, but it can definitely make things sweeter, and sometimes, it can even be the catalyst for a second chance at love.
Keywords: Clean Romance, Contemporary Romance, Second Chance Romance, Forced Proximity, No Spice
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The Keeper's Heart
by Sophie Greer
When Sunny buys a lighthouse B&B in Beacon Bay, she doesn't expect her business partner to be a brooding former Coast Guard rescuer who hates tourists. Jack Maritime guards both the lighthouse and his heart, but Sunny's sunshine optimism might just be the beacon he needs to find his way back to love.
Keywords: Clean Small Town romance, Grumpy Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Workplace, Wounded Hero, Workplace, Main lighthouse, Women's Fiction
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by B. E. Baker
Finding Faith
Due to her rough childhood, Mary has decided she never wants kids. But when she falls for Luke, a charming widower with two children, can she face her fears for love? With over 5,000 five-star Amazon ratings, this romance is “filled with laughter… and an endless craving for the story to continue” (Publishers Weekly).
Keywords: Billionaire romance, holiday romance, single dad romance, women's fiction, family saga, clean romance.
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Steamy Romance
Afte years of pain and disappointment deaf drummer Grayson is offered a second chance he never thought he’d deserve. Now he must fight to prove he’s more than his past—and worthy of the family and love waiting for him.
Keywords: Contemporary, Second Chance, Slowburn, found family, redemption arc,
This is Taking Chances (Wild Child Reckless Book 3)
by Juliet McKinley
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Violent (Violet’s Tales Trilogy)
by E.N. Chanting
My blades always find their prey. But I wasn’t expecting to find them, Jackson, and Austin. I never imagined anyone would accept a broken, dark soul like mine. We aren’t even sure I can tolerate the touch of a man, let alone two…
This is book one but there’s a prequel, Origin of Violet, please read the TWs in the front of book. 18+
Keywords: Horror, why choose, friends to lovers, strong female, serial un-aliver, morally gray, dark, vigilante, found family, funny banter
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Wrong Guy, Right Room
by Michelle Angelle
The night before her wedding, Katie's carefully planned life takes an unexpected turn when a hotel room mix-up puts her face-to-face with Luke, her college sweetheart and the one who got away. What starts as an awkward encounter becomes something more when a sudden quarantine traps them together in the hotel. Now Katie has hours to figure out if she's marrying the right man or if fate just handed her a second chance with the one she never forgot. A romantic comedy about timing, choices, and the courage to follow your heart even when it leads you somewhere unexpected.
Keywords: Romantic Comedy, Spicy, Second chance romance, wedding jitters, funny, true love, the one that got away, forced proximity
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Buddy Reads: A Contemporary Retelling of Beauty and the Beast
by Dhara Shah
She sees the man. The world sees the monster. Bollywood’s most feared villain, Ishan “Shaan” Mahajan, is a man shrouded in shadows—on screen and off. But beneath the deformity of his face and the spotlight that highlights his ugliness is a man who seeks refuge in stories. When Shaan discovers Izzy online for buddy reading, a shared love of books draws them together—and an unlikely friendship begins to smolder into something more. Can Izzy see beyond the mask and love the man underneath?
Keywords: Beauty and the beast retelling, contemporary romance, steamy romance, celebrity romance, interracial romance.
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Loved
by Rebekah Dodson
What's he doing here? It was supposed to be a fun, relaxing weekend at a famous resort. What’s she doing here? When I see my ex-wife Ellie for the first time in six years, all those old butterflies come fluttering back. The day she walked away changed me. When I quit my job and converted this old place into the four-star resort it is today, everything was different. Is this my second chance? If so, I only have three days to prove I'm not the man I used to be and show her what it means to be loved.
Keywords: Vacation, romance, dual 1st person POV, he falls first, enemies to lovers, Oregon
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Abby's Promise
by Rebekah Dodson
He walked out of my life eight years ago, and for the first couple of years, I wrote him faithfully. Then life happened, and we lost track of each other. Now he’s back; appearing one day on campus and sweeping me off my feet. She looks the same as I remember her in high school, but now she’s all woman—sophisticated, educated, and just as curvy as ever. And now she’s a professor, and I’m falling for her all over again like I did at senior prom.
Keywords: New Adult, Military, Military Romance, Romance, Steamy Romance, 1st Person POV, College romance, professor/student romance
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Only You
by Michele Knight
Hailey was never expecting to see Jax again after he broke her heart and left town. One day, Jax appears, making Hailey question everything—the reason he left and the reason for his return. Her heart betrays her at every turn. Can Jax convince her that he came back for her and that he is here to stay? Or will she turn her back on him and what they had once shared?
Keywords: Steamy, small-town romance, contemporary, stalking
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by Stacy-Deanne
The Don's Son
Farah, a successful criminal defense attorney, can't resist the seductive pull of David, son of the infamous mob boss Freddy Orsi. Because she can’t jeopardize her career by being with a mafia prince, Farah rejects David, vowing to stay away from him. But, being a man used to getting what he wants, David is relentless, popping up everywhere Farah goes and refusing to take no for an answer.
Keywords: bwwm, interracial, steamy, billionaire, mafia, african american, bad boy, contemporary
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Shades of Sydney (A Sydney West Novel, Book 1)
by Brittney Coon
Sydney West doesn’t believe in love—her parents’ toxic divorce taught her it’s nothing but a cruel fairy tale. Every summer, she parties, hooks up, and never looks back. But when she meets Jason King, a gorgeous local surfer who refuses to be just another one-night stand, Sydney’s rules are tested. Forced into each other’s orbit, their banter turns to friendship—and then something deeper. Now Sydney must decide if she’ll keep running or finally risk her heart on the one guy who won’t let her go.
Keywords: Steamy, Spicy, One-night stand, sports romance, rivals to lovers, summer vibes, he falls first, she doesn't believe in love, grumpy x sunshine, black cat x golden retriever
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Welcome to the Dirty Down South Series, where southern gentlemen rule. They're headstrong, heartbroken and not expecting love to bring them to their knees. This is the complete series, each story is a HEA with no cheating. These are steamy, fun, safe reads that'll bring a smile to your face.
Keywords: Football romance, cowboy romance, golden retriever hero, strong mfc, steamy, mystery & suspense
Dirty Down South
by Sapphire Knight
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The Taste of Sin
by Caz Luan
Viv is a restaurant manager, hiding from her past when she is surprised by a talented pastry chef Nicolas. Little did Viv know that the mysterious treats she received were a way for Nicolas to ease her into the truth of long-forgotten promises and the inevitable future that comes from violence and the life in a MMC club.
Keywords: Workplace romance, MMC club, secrets that ruin, Spicy, food play, instant love, instalove, 90-min romance short reads
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The Family Firm (The Santini Family Book 1)
by S.L. Sinclair
When someone tries to frame my stepfamily for vicious crimes, I know I have to discover the truth, even if the truth may come with a steep price. It might be wrong, but I will do anything possible to avenge the men I love, even if it means losing myself in the process.
Keywords: romantic suspense, reverse harem, why choose, polyamory romance, taboo romance, forbidden romance, touch her and die, age gap
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Cursed Love
by Catherine Mede
Will he survive Her family curse? Jnny lost it all when she was young, and vowed never to fall in love again. Ethan's wife died three years ago, he's ready to move on, and he has Jinny in his sights. But a family curse keeps Jinny from committing to anything. Until it's too late.
Keywords: Steamy Romance, Co-workers to Lovers, family curse, spicy romance,
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Paranormal Romance
As a studious omega, Lady Teresa is far more interested in books and science than balls. Unfortunately, a mishap in the library forces her into the arms of the deviant Alpha Duke of Foxford who loathes her just as much as she despises him.
Keywords: Darker Romance, Explicit Romance, Regency Omegaverse, Human Omegaverse, Hate to Lovers
The Duke's Unwilling Bride
by Vivian Murdoch
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God of the Woods
by Minky St Anne
Welcome to the Nyphrazi realm, a parallel universe where the pleasures of the flesh are as addictive as they are deadly and where gods rule supreme. Would you be tempted enough to cross the veil and risk being claimed forever? Or would you play it safe?
Keywords: Romantasy, Spicy, Why Choose, Reverse Harem, Fantasy, Time Slip
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Bloody Familiarity (The Bloody Series)
by Michele Knight
Saira has a job to do. She needs to interview Edward Vanderbilt for a book. Edward is one of the world's most eligible bachelors—and a vampire. Saira must travel to New Orleans, the home of all things paranormal. Once they lock eyes, there is an instant connection and familiarity that Saira can't explain. However, Edward knows all too well. An enemy from the past makes their presence known. Can Edward protect Saria, or will he lose her again?
Keywords: vampires, steamy, fantasy, paranormal
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Bloody Secrets (The Bloody Series Book 2)
by Michele Knight
Lesley Sinclair is worried about her best friend Saria. She hasn't heard from her, so against her better judgment, she travels to New Orleans. Upon her arrival, she learns that Saria was keeping a secret from her. Lesley also realizes she is being stalked by an unknown creature. It is then she runs into Malaki Livingston. The chemistry is immediate. As she and Malaki explore the new relationship, they find themselves in. A secret from Lesley's past could jeopardize what they have come to love.
Keywords: vampires, werewolves, paranormal, steamy
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Bloody Magic (The Bloody Series Book 3)
by Michele Knight
A new threat has descended upon New Orleans. Max Lester is investigating the recent rash of disappearances and murders that have been plaguing New Orleans. As Max investigates, he is asked by an old friend, Sadie Copeland, to look for her sister Hannah. Who happens to be his ex that he hasn't seen in years after she broke his heart. Sadie arrives in New Orleans to Max's horror. Can he protect Sadie when she is targeted by this new threat?
Keywords: vampires, werewolves, magic, witches, warlocks, steamy, paranormal
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The Crow Enforcer
by Rowen Burrows
The Wing Mate bond is rare and something to celebrate. But it has a darker side, where some do not feel worthy of the love they have if they are not bonded. Lysander Warnock has loved his wife since the moment he set eyes on her. Now both her siblings have their Wing Mates, he feels he is holding her back from finding her own. Giving her that chance, he makes the hard choice to let her go. Can Honour remind Lysander of the love they once shared? Or has the Wing Mate bond proven to be her curse?
Keywords: Medium Spice, Dual POV, Bird Shifters, Second Chance, M/F, Fated Mates, Protective FMC, Third Person
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Hunted by the Pack (Their Celestial Witch)
by Kat Bethel
The fearless alpha that hates my kind may be my only hope. If teaming up with the same wolf pack I was sent to exterminate will grant me and my daughter freedom, I’ll do it. Can I trust the enemy of my enemy? Or will he let his pack feast upon my bones?
Keywords: omegaverse, paranormal romance, whychoose, shifters, slow burn, dark themes, healing romance
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From within the Light
by C. Warner-Thompson
When light and darkness are fighting over the same power source, there can be carnage, there can be war. Angels were forced to fall 100 years ago, but their survival relies on one person. Can Cassie understand her place in their world before she runs out of time?
Keywords: FMC with amnesia, angels and demons, chosen one, hidden destiny, forbidden love, other realms
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Romantasy
The Fall of Fire (Divine Destiny)
by W.A. Ashes
In all the Greek stories Hephaestus never got a happy ending. The god of the forge was destined to live out his life married to a woman who didn’t love him and behaving as nothing more than a common hammer for his kin. After all these centuries, he’s had enough. When Zeus gives him an insane order for Ares, Hephaestus decides that it’s time for him to leave. He crafts himself a magic device and falls from the only home he’s ever known. But what happens when a god falls? Can Hephaestus find the life he’s always wanted or will he be forced to return to Olympus and stop a titan outbreak without ever knowing how true love feels?
Keywords: Ya, Fantasy, mythology, romance, small town romance, single mom
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by Kristy Dixon
More Than Once Upon a Time
Olivia doesn’t believe in happily-ever-afters. That’s just children’s storybook fluff—or so she thinks. One twist of fate whisks her into a whimsical fairy-tale world, where she’s cast as the most reluctant of heroines. Alongside Jerron, a fellow skeptic of romance, she stumbles through enchanted chapters filled with magic, mischief, and more than a little mayhem. But even the coziest tales hide villains… and this one might just have plans to steal their happy ending.
Keywords: sweet romance, Romance Skeptics to Lovers, adventure and quests, Happily-Ever-After, found family, Young Adult Fairy Tale
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The Midnight Prince: A Cinderella Retelling (Once Upon A Prince)
by Angie Grigaliunas
A bitter fey prince and a discarded servant get a second chance at love — but only if they can put aside their hurts and sift through the magic and lies that separated them in the first place. After 7 years apart, Kirran and Alia’s hostile reunion leaves both reeling — until they realize their memories don’t match, and neither is lying. With mere days before Kirran has to choose a bride, they must put aside their hurts and fight to uncover the truth of their breakup. And in the process, maybe they’ll find a second chance to fight for each other. The Midnight Prince is a clean, standalone retelling of Cinderella about a bitter but swoony fey prince fighting for his happily ever after with the girl he's loved for years.
Keywords: fairy tale retelling, fantasy romance, second chance romance, friends to lovers to enemies to lovers, grumpy/sunshine, forbidden romance, touch her and die, masquerade balls, morally gray soldiery types, opposites attract
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A Reflection of Silver and Crimson
by LiAnne Kay
Annora never meant to steal another woman's face. But when she wakes in her enemy's bed wearing the exact features of the mysterious portrait from her home, he believes she's his wife. Every shared moment brings him closer to uncovering her secret. Especially when his relentless pursuit ignites a passion she can't afford to feel—because one kiss could mean discovery, and discovery means death.
Keywords: Romance, Enemies to lovers, Slow burn, Spicy, Forced Proximity, Jealous Hero, Touch her, and he'll hurt you, 1 bed
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Short Stories
A Hell of a Spring Break
by Patrick Weill
This is a short murder mystery set in Hawaii. The ultimate vacation gone wrong! Bet you can't guess who the North Shore Thrill Killer is... (also available in audio)
Keywords: Serial killers, amateur detectives, action and adventure, crime fiction, police procedure
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Doom is in the Details
by Eris Breaker
Reality is cracking, the cosmos is late on rent, and someone just fed the memory-eating mailbox again. Welcome to Doom is in the Details, a gloriously absurd collection of tales where logic takes a nap and nonsense throws a party. Each story is a self-contained burst of cosmic nonsense, heart, and chaotic joy.
Keywords: Absurd, funny, chaotic, silly, laugh-out-loud
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Once Upon a Storm
by S.B Rizk
In a house with a library where the books are alive and the stories can quite literally jump off the page, one woman entertaining her visiting family during a winter vacation must keep the magic under wraps, but will curious young minds searching for entertainment threaten to expose everything?
Keywords: Cozy Magic Family drama Pesky animals Enchanted library, Cozy Fantasy
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by S.B. Rizk
Comfort Food & Covert Magic
A curious, young witch with unstable magic because of a head cold goes on a date with an unsuspecting human to an overbooked restaurant—what's the worst that could happen?
Keywords: Romance Paranormal Romcom Witch Magic Forbidden love
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Snow Fall: A Prophecy Series Short Christmas Story
by Liz Bullard
Sometimes spreading holiday cheer leads to a bit of disaster... In Snow Fall, readers enter the magical world of Zodia—a land of elemental magic and mighty warriors. This short, festive side adventure introduces the Chosen One, Tabatha, who is determined to share a piece of her homeland’s holiday spirit with a fierce and unfamiliar world. This side adventure is perfect for readers wanting a taste of this magical world and wanting to get acquainted with the cast of the series.
Keywords: Fantasy, holiday, found family, Christmas, chosen one, elemental magic
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The Couple on Monmouth Street
by Kerry Richardson
Christmas wreaths hang limp on the door of number twenty-three Monmouth Street, a false cheer over a house of treachery. Love has soured into lies. Trust has rotted into betrayal, and when infidelity tears a seemingly ordinary couple apart, blood is the only bond that remains.
Keywords: Occult, supernatural, horror
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