One Last Wish : The Elder World Series by B.L. Wilde

One Last Wish : The Elder World Series
by B.L. Wilde
February 7, 2025
Genre: paranormal romance
In a world where I’ve worked hard to be invisible, something is stalking me. Shadows are lurking in the strangest of places, and peculiar things are beginning to happen that I can’t explain.

If that isn’t enough, an attractive guy called Darce, has started working with me at the bookshop, Bookends. I swear he’s been sent to test my last nerve, but I can’t deny the sexual tension between us. The more time we spend together, the more I feel oddly connected to him. Why does it feel like I have known him my whole life, and why won’t he let me touch him?

This can only end badly. What if I lose my mind, or something even worse… my heart?

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B.L. Wilde (Bee) writes many genres, including Contemporary, Rom Com and Fantasy. All have one thing in common… love!

Romance is always her go to, whether she is writing or reading.

Her love of words began at a very young age. Now, living in Worcestershire, UK, with her amazingly supportive husband, and two spotty dogs, she has finally started to write full time. A dream that finally became possible when she met the love of her life.

She adores nothing more than creating page turning reads, but beware, Bee will always make her characters work for their happy ending.

Let your imagination run ‘Wilde’ with one of her books today.

Shadow of the Yew Tree (The Mythic Bones #1) by Kate Gateley

We're thrilled to present the cover for the first book in a new duology by Kate Gateley, called Shadow of the Yew Tree!

Shadow of the Yew Tree (The Mythic Bones #1)
by Kate Gateley
Expected Publication Date: Spring 2025
Genre: Contemporary Fantasy Romance
Cover art by Britt Low @covet_design
• Dual POV
• Grumpy/sunshine
• Men in therapy
• Open door romance
• Canadian PNW backdrop
• ADHD rep
• Mentor/mentee
• Unique magic system
• One bed / forced proximity
• Slow Burn
• Druids & Science
• FMCs who are 30+ (and MMCs who are 40+ 😉)

Who is patient number eighty-seven?

Shadow of the Yew Tree by Kate Gateley is the first novel in a contemporary fantasy and romance duology featuring an angsty Druid doctor and a sassy, enigmatic journalist who find themselves in an unexpected partnership. Secrets vine dangerously between them as they race to counter the rapidly growing threat to their hidden magical world ...

The Mythic Bones Duology is a standalone series set in Gateley’s beloved “Lost Wells” world. It is perfect for A Discovery of Witches and Outlander fans with a modern Canadian twist.

COMING SOON

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YA Dark Fantasy: Infestation (Days of Iron and Clay Book 2) by Aileen Erin

Welcome to the tour for Aileen Erin’s latest release, Infestation!

Infestation (Days of Iron and Clay Book 2) 

by Aileen Erin

January 21, 2025
Genre: YA Dark Fantasy
• Good v. Evil
• Found Family
• Angels & Demons
• Slow Burn Romance
• YA Dark Fantasy

“Invocation is a brilliantly crafted, action-packed romantasy thriller you won’t be able to put down.” – Erin Michelle Sky, Author

SAMANTHA
I never thought I’d willingly walk into Hell again, but I did.
I survived and am back where I belong—at home. But Gabe, my demon-dead friend, is still missing. And the guilt is crippling me.

While I’m laughing and happy with my boyfriend, Gabe is suffering. While I’m resting and healing, Gabe is being endlessly tortured. But every plan I come up with is a suicide mission. And despite what it sometimes looks like, I’m not ready to die.

So, when my werewolf friends ask me to help their pack with a problem, there’s no way I can say no—even if I’m not ready to jump into another fight. There’s a mysterious evil the werewolves can’t track, and they need me to help them kill it.
It’s the perfect distraction. The only problem? Phoenix, a mortal, wants to go with me.

Even though he’s proven he can handle the supernatural, I can’t help but think nothing good can come from him getting an even better glimpse of how not normal my work life is. But I can’t say no to him; all I can do is pray Phoenix is still by my side when this is over.

PHOENIX
My life pre-Samantha was turmoil. Soccer career, over. Family life, devastated after the loss of my grandmother. Dating? Laughable. Every relationship fell apart because the door in my heart had been shut tight. I was unknowingly holding out for the one girl who had completely changed my world.

Samantha is it for me; my heart knew it before I did. I’d go anywhere as long as it’s with her.

But her guardian angel, Eli, said something to me that makes me think something truly terrible will happen to Samantha. And I’m not about to let that happen. I’ll do anything to keep her safe.

“I absolutely loved this book, it blew my mind…I laughed, I cried, I swooned…it’s a heartfelt epic adventure! – Sheila Kay, Author

AUTHOR NOTE: The Days of Iron & Clay is a spin-off the Alpha Girls Series, but can be fully enjoyed alone and is best enjoyed in order! Infestation picks up right where Invocation left off. Be sure to read Invocation first!

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USA TODAY Bestselling author Aileen Erin is half-Irish, half-Mexican, and 100% nerd—from Star Wars (prequels don’t count) to Star Trek (TNG FTW), she geeks out on Tolkien's linguistics, and has a severe fascination with the supernatural. Aileen has a BS in Radio-TV-Film from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University. She lives with her husband and daughter in Texas and spends her days doing her favorite things: reading books, creating worlds, and kicking ass.

UPCOMING SERIES - THE DAYS OF IRON AND CLAY - YA Paranormal spin off of the ALPHA GIRLS series with angels, demons, werewolves, fey & everything else paranormal

Romantic Fantasy: Born of Blood and Shadows (The Heirs of Elysium Book 1) by Jamye Smith

 

Born of Blood and Shadows (The Heirs of Elysium Book 1)
by Jamye Smith
September 3, 2024
Genre: Romantic Fantasy Morally Grey FMC/Anti-hero
He Falls First
Fae Bargains
Bonds
Elemental Magic
Political Intrigue
Shadow Daddy
Magic is dangerous. Bound magic is deadly.

Left vulnerable to relentless witch hunters, Ameris will go any length to unbind her magic. Even bargain with Xander, the dangerously attractive fae heir. Caught in a whirlwind of ambition and lust, Ameris agrees to save him in exchange for learning fae magic.

Allies are scarce. Trust is a luxury.

With the witch hunters closing in, Ameris and Xander enact a blood bond, transporting them to the fae kingdom of Elysium. In a world torn by ancient vendettas and ruled by the shadow king, Oberon, Ameris discovers her unbound magic may be key to the throne.

Unbound & used for her power.

Xander will use any tool in his quest to rule – including the sexual tension between them, magnified by their blood bond. Oberon will do whatever it takes to keep the throne and make Ameris his. And he’s not afraid to play dirty to win.

The throne is the prize. Lust is the game.

Captured by Oberon, Ameris is seduced by the very darkness she’s warned about. Torn between the intoxicating allure of Oberon’s shadow magic and her intense bond with Xander, Ameris is left with no choice:

Make her claim.
Or be bound by blood & shadow.

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Jamye Smith, a Las Vegas-raised author diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, has a penchant for daydreaming about fantastical worlds. She loves traveling, having traversed thirteen countries thus far, and has lived in multiple states. She co-hosts the podcast 'Indie Odyssey: A Writer's Journey,' exploring the intricacies of indie publishing. Jamye holds a Master of Business Administration, currently works as an Agile Team Lead for a tech consulting firm, and recently co-founded a tech startup.

Cover Reveal + Preorder: Romancing the Rogue: A Fantasy Romance Anthology (Charming the Damsel, #2)

Romancing the Rogue: A Fantasy Romance Anthology
(Charming the Damsel, #2)
Publication date: April 27th 2025
Genres: Adult, Fantasy, Romance
Welcome to Romancing the Rogue: Volume 2 – Charming the Damsel

What happens when the villain decides to play the hero’s game? Welcome to a world where charm, wit, and cunning take center stage, and the damsel isn’t as helpless as she seems. In this volume, the most notorious rogues set their sights on winning the heart of the woman they never thought they’d love.

From dark lords with hidden tenderness to charming scoundrels who can’t resist a challenge, this collection of clean, closed-door romances explores the art of wooing the unsuspecting damsel. These villains know how to spin a tale, outwit their enemies, and—most importantly—captivate the woman they desire.

In Romancing the Rogue: Charming the Damsel, passion brews as dangerous allure meets irresistible charm, and love blooms in the most unexpected places. Get ready to fall for the villains who dare to win it all—and the women who just might let them.

After all, isn’t there a little bit of villainy in every love story?

Featuring charming stories by:
Sophea Chan
Harper Lynn
Tasha Creed
Jada McCrary
C.N. Noble
Jes Drew
Rae Summers

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Of Darkness and Ruination (The Star Queen Chronicles Book 1) by Rachel Fallon

Of Darkness and Ruination (The Star Queen Chronicles Book 1)
by Rachel Fallon
April 4, 2024
Genre: Romantic Fantasy/ Mythical Creatures
🗡️Enemies-to-Lovers
❤️Fated Mates
☀️Light vs Dark
☠️Touch Her & Di3
🐉Shadow Daddy Dragon Shifter
🔍Courtly Intrigue
✨Fae Shifters

Starlight in her veins, and a soul that calls for darkness.

On the magical continent of Celesterra, all humans are enslaved to the ruling fae...

Asteria Zagreus, a mortal young woman enslaved on Celesterra, must face Placement Day, the one day where all humans, at the age of Twenty-One, are placed in new kingdoms and given new masters to serve. Come Placement Day, Asteria is forced into the Dusk Kingdom and given to its Prince, Cyrus Tynan. When she refuses him and his desires, Asteria realizes she has only one option: escaping her enslavement and finding something thought impossible—freedom. Asteria must begin to play her own game within the court...and with the Prince of Dusk Kingdom himself.

Enemies come from all sides, however, and the merciless ruler of the Night Kingdom, King Calix Atarah Erebus, starts making his move against the Dusk Kingdom. Yet, darkness calls to Asteria in mysterious ways, and an equally mysterious soldier makes her question who the real monsters are—especially when it comes to a brutal king and a callous prince. With a bloody war brewing on the horizon, Asteria must decide who the true villain of her story is. Her choice, and the consequences of it, will ripple out across the continent.

Chaos rises, resistance gathers, and a soulmate bond is tested, while Asteria begins down a path that will change the course of history...

Of Darkness and Ruination is the first book in a compelling new adult romantic fantasy series featuring contrasting light and dark love interests and the delicate line of balance and chaos for a magical land. Plus fae shifters, court intrigue, resistance to slavery, a shadow daddy love interest who can shift into a dragon, and a heroine finding her own power and fighting for what she believes in. Perfect for fans of Sarah J Maas, Jennifer L Armentrout, Clare Sager, Nisha J Tuli, Carissa Broadbent, Chloe C. Peñaranda, and Raven Kennedy!

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I'm Rachel Fallon. I'm 32 years old and work full time in an office arranging engineer schedules, but after work is when all the fun begins! I write, I read, I bookstagram. I absolutely love fantasy romance and will just eat up any books of it I find. I started my bookstagram because I wanted to keep track of my thoughts on the books I've read, and started doing reviews. It started to take off so I've expanded out to include special edition book and bookish merch spotlights as well a book box unboxings. I love romantasy so much in fact, that I couldn't help coming up with stories in my head all the time. I used other's fictional characters for a long time as my outlet. I received so much support and great feedback, and people encouraging me to write my own novel. I don't think I would have had the guts to chase this dream without them. I sat down and decided y'know what? I want to write a damn book. Let's do this.

Very quickly, the story and characters began coming to me. It's evolved along the way of course, but much of my base brainstorming remains true to the story now. The characters and the world were just so vivid to me right away, and I knew this had to be my focus. I do have other series ideas waiting in the wings for later, but all my love and attention is going into The Star Queen Chronicles right now. Especially book 1, Of Darkness and Ruination. I can't wait to share this with you all!

What kind of romantasy books do I love? All kinds! But my favorites series are ACOTAR, Blood and Ash + Flesh and Fire, Crowns of Nyaxia, Of Flesh and Bone, Artefacts of Ouranos, Plated Prisoner, Legends of Thezmarr, The Empyrean, The Mist King, Gods and Monsters, An Heir Comes to Rise, Nytefall, The Coven, Shadows of Tenebris, Deliciously Dark Fairytales and so many more!

Outside of books, what's there to know about me? Well, I have an adorably spoiled calico cat named Cookie Dough, since she looks like a ball of cookie dough (very original, yes). We call her Cookie, of course. I do love watching current tv shows like House of the Dragon, Wheel of Time, The Sandman, and Good Omens. I love the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially Bucky Barnes, The Winter Soldier. I've very excited for Dune Part 2 coming up. I love the big epics like Lord of the Rings and it's so rare they come around like this! I clearly stay in a very fantasy/paranormal/romance wheelhouse even outside of books!

Romantic fantasy: The Forbidden King (The Heir of Atlantis series) by S.T. Fernandez

Welcome to the tour for The Forbidden King by S.T. Fernandez! Read on for more details!

The Forbidden King (The Heir of Atlantis series)
by S.T. Fernandez
December 3, 2024
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
🙅‍♀️ Forbidden Love
🤫 Secrets
❤️ Forced Proximity
🌶 Spicy Romantasy
💀 Love After Death
❤️‍🔥 Human X Fae
🧜🏻‍♂️ Age Gap
❤️‍🩹 Grieving/Healing
👑 Royalty X Commoner
👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨 Friends to Lovers
🔮 Mating Bond Revelations

A chambermaid bound to her family's prestigious palace legacy. A King harboring a secret bound to shatter his world.

Leader Reneah Diaz, the unparalleled head of the palace chambermaids and valets, was a figure of admiration and respect. Her family’s legacy amongst the staff was not just coveted, but revered. But when the grieving Fae King returns to Atlantis with the Heir in tow, the human chambermaid breaks all the rules and forms an unexpected and unique friendship with father and daughter. This friendship, unlike any other, born in the most unlikely of circumstances, opens up a world of secrets and revelations about his mating bond with the deceased Queen Neleah, secrets that not a soul alive knows of.

A hidden shame plagues the Fae King, a secret so rare that it could shatter the perceptions Neleah and Cathan carefully built. But when undeniable chemistry flourishes with his human chambermaid, he feels something he never dared to dream of—something worth risking his reputation and his daughter’s.

In a world where palace politics expressly forbids relations between the royal family and the palace staff, and where relations between humans and Fae are incredibly taboo, Cathan’s unusual request for Reneah to take residence in the royal wing does not go unnoticed by her superior or her subordinates. And when their affections become something more, Reneah and Cathan must face a heart-wrenching decision: distance themselves or risk destroying her family’s legacy and his reputation forever.

The Forbidden King is an Heir of Atlantis Novella (Book 1.5). It should be read after reading The Veiled Heir (Book 1). This is a spicy romantasy, a blend of romance and fantasy with mature themes, intended for readers aged 18+. Trigger and content warnings can be found at the beginning of the book and on STFernandez.com. Please read with care.

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Book Reveiw: Bride of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes

Bride of the Shadow King
by Sylvia Mercedes
November 12, 2024
Genre: romantic fantasy, romantasy, paranormal romance
The viral TikTok fantasy romance, now in a special print edition with exclusive bonus material!

An outcast princess makes a political marriage with a reluctant king to save both their kingdoms in this first book in the viral Bride of the Shadow King series.

Though she is the oldest daughter, Princess Faraine lives in the background, shunned from court and kept out of sight. She's told her gods-gift makes her a liability to the crown, and has learned to give place to her beautiful, favored younger sister in all things.

When the handsome and enigmatic Shadow King comes seeking a bride, Faraine is not surprised that her sister is his choice.

King Vor is not eager to take a human bride, but he is willing to do what is necessary for the sake of his people. When he meets the lively Princess Ilsevel, he quickly agrees to a marriage arrangement.

So why can’t he get the haunting eyes of her older sister out of his head?

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Bride of the Shadow King by author Sylvia Mercedes was a very romantic and elegant version of PNR. This is why I absolutely love the genre, all versions of it and so much variety to love!

Personally, also a big fan of BBC romance made for tv mini series. LOVE them and Bride of the Shadow King hits all those notes. It's fancy. It's charming. Plus you get a ton of fantastical beasts, unicorns are afoot and they are wild!

New takes on a very colorful and vibrant world, painted a new outside-the-box picture in a cool way. A realm on the verge of all out war and everything falls to the feet of these two sisters. The forbidden love that follows was nail biting and kept me turning the pages.

Will they, wont they. You know it's going to happen but the tease to the end is fun! I read this book in a day and enjoyed every minute of it. If you are looking for a PNR that's not filled with blood, guts, fingers and toes, then give this one a go!

Getting 4 and 1/2 Sheep

 

 

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Sylvia Mercedes makes her home in the idyllic North Carolina countryside with her handsome husband, numerous small children, and the dynamic cat duo known as The Fluffy Brothers. When she’s not writing she’s . . . okay, let’s be honest. When she’s not writing, she’s running around after her little girl, cleaning up glitter, trying to plan healthy-ish meals, and wondering where she left her phone. In between, she reads a steady diet of fantasy novels.

But mostly she’s writing.

After a short career in traditional publishing (under a different name), Sylvia decided to take the plunge into the indie publishing world and is enjoying every minute of it. She's the author of the bestselling Venatrix Chronicles, The Scarred Mage of Roseward trilogy, and the romantic fantasy duology, Of Candlelight and Shadows.

New Release: The Imminent Trials of Quietus (Vials of Fate Book 1) by Catalina Matei

We're celebrating the release of Catalina Matei's fantasy, The Imminent Trials of Quietus!

The Imminent Trials of Quietus (Vials of Fate Book 1)
by Catalina Matei
November 5, 2024
Genre: Romantasy/Mythical Creatures
– Dragons
– Friends to lovers
– Banter
– Strong FMC
– Deadly mental trials
– Hidden truths
– Fated lovers
– Dual POV
– Magical creatures
– One bed/Cave
In a world that long lost its moral axis, free will was the chain that tied a God’s vengeance to his entertainment.
With nothing but hope to keep her dark thoughts afloat, Tiadola waited for centuries for the preordained trials that would end her life to begin. But nothing could have prepared her for the moment they were set in motion by encountering the dragon compelled to hunt her.
When the stranger she thought the dragon had sent after her quickly becomes her friend instead, the lines between want and need become a blur as they embark together on a journey towards her imminent trials.
Caught between her desire to continue living in order to save the human realms and the mental warfare that the trials would entail, would she be able to become the first of her kind to win?

Triggers/CW:
Violence, existential angst, loss, death and sexually explicit content.

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Of Monsters Of Kings (Unworldly City Book 1) by Kelly St. Clare

We're thrilled to be touring Of Monsters Of Kings by Kelly St. Clare this week! Read on for more details!

Of Monsters Of Kings (Unworldly City Book 1)
by Kelly St. Clare
July 25, 2024
Genre: Gothic Romantasy Destined to be

• Royal immortals
• Monsters with manners
• Age-gap
• Hidden society
• Ancient magic
• Romance vs. duty
• New girl in town

Bring. Take. Raise. Change. See.

Three princes, each, shall come to thee.

Monsters to guide kings to thrones,

To keep real monsters chained with blood and bone.

Your immortal burden cold and lonely,

Hear! Rule until the bloody finish.

For the mighty never stirred at dawn,

They burst forth at dusk,

into toothed beast’s yawn.

In the 1200 years since The End, fifty mothers in my line have passed the truth to their daughters. They passed truths of how the world was, of how the world changed, and even mythical stories of powerful romances that sparked great tragedy and war.

Those romances are dead and gone, and as the fiftieth daughter, I am determined the truths of my ancestors will die with me too.

I will be the last daughter to bury her withered mother.

But ancients pull back the bloodied curtain without warning, and I cannot unsee the hidden world revealed beyond. Sinister impossibilities lurk in this walled city. They have always existed—dusk immortals who battle and prowl, filled with menace and conflicting purpose. And they, even the dark creature I blind with my presence, must decide the fate of all.

Yet fifty mothers prepared for nightfall. They knew five kings could not win.

Now the fiftieth daughter will walk into the toothed beast’s yawn.

For the mighty never stirred at dawn… and I’m about to inherit something more monstrous than the truth.

Of Monsters Of Kings is a dark fantasy romance thoroughly drenched with the morally gray and intended for mature audiences. This story contains monsters with manners, heaped teaspoons of spice, magical impossibilities, and not many conventional things at all, really.  

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Excerpt: Fire Called (Ember & Ash, #1) by Edeline Wrigh + giveaway

Fire Called (Ember & Ash, #1)
by Edeline Wrigh
Publication date: July 23rd 2024
Genres: Adult, Fantasy, Romance
She’s the ember that started the fire.
He’s the ash that remains when all is dead.

When Emberly, a field biologist with a connection to the spirit world, returns to her hometown for her dream job, she thinks she’s prepared to defend her home and confront her destiny. But she’s not prepared for Ashton: the man she must marry to uphold the bargain she made for her life. And no amount of chastising from her ghost twin is going to change her mind.

Ashton, the handsome, reluctant heir to the mining empire that killed Emberly’s grandfather, wants nothing to do with his family legacy. But when his father announces plans to resume mining operations, his only hope at protecting the mountain is to work with the woman he fell in love with at first sight—and who can’t stand to look at him.

Forced into a fake relationship to keep the circumstances of their magically arranged marriage—and the supernatural salamanders—a secret, their annoyance with each other is only heightened by their mutual attraction. But there’s only so long they can avoid fate.

Fire Called is the first in a new contemporary romantasy trilogy. If you like steamy romances, hearing ghost stories around the campfire, and finding magic in so-called ‘mundane’ places, this one’s for you.

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The Appalachians are ancient—they existed millions of years ago, before the continents separated. They have stories aplenty to tell those who will listen to the pines sway in the wind, to the howls of the coyotes, and to the stories wildflowers tell when they bloom, each a different shape and color as the weather warms and cools in the spring.

It takes practice, sure. And there are those with gifts, like Virginia—the youngest of seven daughters—who have a special affinity for those conversations.

The sky was overcast, the air was thick with the scent of rain, and the birds chattered warnings about the impending storm on Ember’s first day in the field.

Today’s goal was to survey the area to prepare for future outings.

She had convinced Nicole she could handle the woods alone. And Nicole, ever trusting, had granted her the autonomy she craved.

Ember reveled in the solitude of the mountains. She relished the freedom to explore at her own pace, unburdened by the presence of others.

But then she heard a voice she didn't recognize.

“Emberly,” it said.

She neither saw anyone nor was sure where it was coming from.

It wouldn’t be the first time she’d heard her name called by someone—or something— she couldn’t see. It wouldn’t be the last either, especially with the amount of time she’d be in the woods after dark. She knew what the tales said about those who acknowledged such voices with words or action; it was best to ignore it.

In the early daylight, it was less likely to succeed at harming her. It was also loud enough it was probably far away. Still, spirits gossiped, and she didn’t want a reputation for being gullible.

It kept talking to her anyway.

“Emberly Jane Whitmore, you have a debt to repay.”

The “debt” mention gave her pause.

It was unwise to talk to spirits you couldn’t identify, especially in the woods. Then again, it was unwise to promise yourself to the spirits, too. Ma had warned Ember about that a thousand times and about the consequences that befell those who promised themselves and attempted to evade payment.

“What do you want me to do?” she asked, directing the question nowhere in particular just in case. “I’m supposed to be working.”

“This is the work,” the voice said cryptically.

“Again, what exactly are you asking me to do? Shed my blood on a rock?”

“You will know when you know. But consider this your summons. When the time comes…”

The spirit voice? Confusing as shit. And not at all helpful.

“When the time comes, I what?”

“Be ready to meet your betrothed.”

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Cover Reveal: Illusion of Stars: A Banter Filled Romantasy by Sarah Marie Page

Illusion of Stars
by Sarah Marie Page
July 16th 2024
Genres: Fantasy, New Adult, Romance
She’s stealing more than secrets.

As the royal physician of a tiny, windswept island, Isabel spends her days trying to keep the queen from dying and the mad king from streaking naked down the halls. But when her best friend is found murdered on the beaches, her world is ripped apart. Desperate for answers, she discovers a stash of letters that reveal a terrifying truth: the neighboring kingdom of Volgaard possesses a kingdom-shattering weapon and is poised to conquer everything in its path.

Seeking vengeance, Isabel infiltrates the enemy. Her mission? Woo Erik Lothgarson, the general’s steamy, illusion-magic wielding son, and steal the dangerous weapon. She can bring Volgaard to its knees—if she isn’t caught.

But as Isabel dances along the knife edge of deception, the lines between truth and fiction blur, and she must wrestle her quest for vengeance against her undeniable attraction to the enemy.

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I'm Sarah, an award-winning author who writes fluffy fantasy. I live in Phoenix, Arizona with my equally fluffy cat (starting to see a pattern here?) And fine, I have a husband too.

He's not fluffy.

My debut novel, ILLUSION OF STARS, comes out July 2024. I'm currently working on the (untitled) ILLUSION OF STARS sequel and SERPENT GREEN, VENOM BLUE. I also have a witchy manuscript that lives in a trunk under the bed.

We don't talk about that.

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A Moonrise in the Fire: A New Adult Romantasy (An Element of Fire, Book 1) by Tessia Ives

We're touring A Moonrise in the Fire by Tessia Ives this week! We're also OBSSESSED with this cover!

A Moonrise in the Fire: A New Adult Romantasy (An Element of Fire, Book 1)
by Tessia Ives
February 2024
Genre: NA Romantasy/ Spicy
✨ Star-crossed lovers
✨ Forced proximity
✨ Hidden identity, Secrets
✨ Witty banter
✨ Reluctant (& hilarious) companions on a quest
✨ Fated soulmates
✨Relatable FMC
“A compelling, darkly imaginative, and deliciously sexy fantasy romance.” - The Prairies Book Review
How many realms would you cross to save your true love?
All humans possess an element – except for Talvi. Born without magic and dedicated to being the keeper of Starstone Temple, an ancient monastery in her small forest town, she’s plunged into a world-changing struggle when a mysterious and powerful guest arrives on her doorstep.

Caelan ignites a dangerous fire in her heart... but he guards a secret that could destroy them both. After Talvi’s childhood love is abducted by a terrifying threat from a doomed world, Caelan is the only one who can help her. Alongside her two best friends, Talvi must unravel the long-lost secrets of Starstone – and embark on a dangerous quest that will transport her to unknown realms.

Four elements. Three realms. Two lovers. And one impossible choice.
Hunted by deadly enemies and unable to contain the desire burning between them, Talvi struggles not to fall for the enigmatic fire elemental. His wickedly beautiful smile. His courageous passion. The seductive amber flames of his eyes. Can she decide where her loyalty – and her heart – truly lie? Or will embracing her destiny force her to pay a devastating price?

She was born powerless. Now the fate of the realms rests in her hands.

Dive into a steamy romantic fantasy adventure that sweeps you into an enchanting world of vast fjords, wild forests, elemental powers, and one woman searching for her destiny. With a stunning love story that spans multiple realms, A Moonrise in the Fire is Book One in An Element of Fire series but can be read as a standalone. A gripping read perfect for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sarah J. Maas, and Holly Black.

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The Musician and the Monster: A Gothic Beauty and the Beast Retelling (The Castamar Duology Book 1) by Megan Van Dyke

If you’re looking for a gothic romantasy that’s a fairy tale retelling of Beauty and the Beast, this book is for you! Pre-order The Musician and the Monster today!

The Musician and the Monster: A Gothic Beauty and the Beast Retelling (The Castamar Duology Book 1)
by Megan Van Dyke
May 7, 2024
Genre: Gothic Romantic Fantasy
💖 Forbidden love
☑️ Morally grey MMC
⚔️ Determined heroine
🎶 Music is powerful
🔥 Slow burn to steamy
❄️ Wintertime
🥀 Gothic vibes
❤️‍🩹 Hurt/comfort
🗡️ Touch her and 💀
✨ Magic
🎭 Masquerade
Music says things words never can. I love you. I miss you. I’m sorry I killed you.

Every night, Ceridwen Kinsley plays music on her rooftop for the spirit of her dead mother. A peaceful if odd ritual, until she witnesses a murder by something not quite human. The monstrous encounter earns her notoriety within the city and a visit from the reclusive Lord Protector Drystan Winterbourne.

Charged with protecting the backwater city of Teneboure by the king, Drystan is failing at his task, and he can’t afford another slip up. But when fate and the very monster he means to conquer bring Ceridwen to his notice, he seizes the opportunity and presents her with an offer: play music for him at his manor in exchange for the money her impoverished family desperately needs. Music eases the strain of his magic, and who better to hire than the woman whose tunes he secretly listens to at night?

At first, Ceridwen is put off by Drystan’s unkempt appearance and harsh demeanor, not to mention the odd ailment that plagues him. But as he embraces her passion for music and she draws the recluse out of his lonely tower, the two develop an unlikely attachment. Class lines begin to blur as fearful indifference shifts to unexpected desire, and Ceridwen yearns to help Drystan subdue the monster as well as provide for her family. However, the monster prowling the night isn’t their only enemy, and as terrible secrets come to light, protecting those they love may risk their lives and their hearts.

This retelling of Beauty and the Beast incorporates themes and motifs from Phantom of the Opera, and is set in a gaslamp fantasy world with strong gothic vibes. It should appeal to fans of romantic and atmospheric retellings and fairy tales by authors such as Hannah Whitten, Tessonja Odette, and Stephanie Garber.

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About the Author
Website
Megan Van Dyke is an award-winning fantasy romance author with a love for all things magical and romantic, especially fairytales and anything with a happily ever after. Many of her stories include themes of family (whether born into or found) and a sense of home and belonging, which are important aspects of her life as well. When not writing, Megan loves to cook, play video games, explore the great outdoors, and spend time with her family. Megan currently lives with her family in Florida.

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New Adult Dark Romantasy: Scale (The Blaze Legacy #2) by L. R. Friedman

Scale (The Blaze Legacy #2)
by L. R. Friedman
January 16th, 2023
Genre: NA Dark Romantasy with Dark Academia elements
Dark Portal Fantasy
Secret Societies
Adult Dark Academia
Dual POV
Slow Burn
Morally Grey Characters

The Revered have returned.

Struggling to confront burning truths, Kyleigh must keep her identity a secret or risk endangering everyone. As she and Dru navigate her awakened magic and new role within the kingdom, self-doubts emerge, threatening to pull them apart.

Aislin is discharged from her assassin duties, only to find herself tethered to another master when a small favor comes back to haunt her. A familiar enemy re-enters her life, complicating things further and conjuring feelings she can’t ignore or trust.

The restoration of power in Celaria rouses a dangerous foe. Now, two warring kingdoms with a heated past must form a tenuous alliance.

Secrets will be unmasked.

Hearts will be measured.

What are they willing to sacrifice to heal a decade of scars?

Scale is the second book in The Blaze legacy, an NA/Adult Dark Portal Romantasy that is full of magic, mythical creatures, delicious tension, and spice that builds through the series. It contains some explicit content best suited for readers over the age of 18.

Amazon

Free on Kindle Unlimited

Books 1 & 3

About the Author

Website

Author L.R. Friedman loves curling up with a cup of coffee while diving into her fantasy and paranormal romance worlds. A Virginia native, she currently lives in Texas with her husband and three children.

Book Tour Schedule

May 15th

http://rrrbooktours.com – Kick-off

https://www.instagram.com/its_b.e.l.l.e/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/over.on.my.bookshelf/?hl=en – Review

https://www.tiktok.com/@bratzlibrary?_t=8YgzeawOzHu&_r=1 – Review

https://www.instagram.com/squeakeysundergroundlibrary/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/justsokristin/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/ameliaveganreader/ - Feature

http://www.ismellsheep.com/ - Feature

https://www.instagram.com/katslovesbooks/ - Feature

May 16th

https://www.instagram.com/balancing_books_and_beauties/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/countrymamaswithkids/ - Review

https://breakevenbooks.com - Feature

https://www.instagram.com/booksontheknightbus/?hl=en - Feature

http://ramblingmads.com – Feature

https://www.instagram.com/sumbularsalan_thebibliophile/ - Feature

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May 17th

https://bookwormbunnyreviews.blogspot.com/ - Review

https://ilovebooksandstuffblog.wordpress.com – Feature

https://www.instagram.com/brandikaedesigns/ - Feature

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May 18th

https://www.instagram.com/amber.bunch_author/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/emilyinthearchives/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/bingingbooksandcoffee/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/niveditha_preeth/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/paulalearmouth/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/books_cats_andchemistry_tt/ - Review

https://www.instagram.com/kemalareadsbooks/ - Feature

May 19th

https://www.instagram.com/book_lover_danny/ - Review

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https://www.instagram.com/ems.readsandreviews/ - Review

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