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Magic's Promise by Mercedes Lackey
Groundbreaking epic fantasy series in Mercedes Lackey’s Valdemar universe • Lambda-Award winning novels with heartfelt high adventure and magic. Wild magic is taking its toll on the land. Many Heralds and Herald-Mages have died fighting to preserve the peace... -
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Love Is Magic by Grae Bryan, Kai Butler
Love Is Magic! Fifteen authors, fifteen chances to fall in love this holiday season…. In this enchanting, out-of-this-world MM paranormal and urban fantasy collection, you’ll find unexpected demons, gallant vampires, pining alphas, shifty ravens, magic galore, and so much more, with a satisfying happy ending to every love story. Read original, exclusive stories by:. Grae Bryan. Kai Butler... -
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![The Remarried Empress, Vol. 8 by Alphatart]()
The Remarried Empress, Vol. 8 by Alphatart
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 13 ratings“나비에가 편지를 읽고, 모든 게 오해였다는 걸 깨닫는다면…. ”. 나비에를 놓지 못한 소비에슈, 그의 이기적인 선택. 소비에슈는 라스타에게 이혼을 약속했던 말을 나비에가 들었단 기사를 보고 남들의 눈을 피해 나비에게 편지를 보낸다. 하지만 나비에에게서 별다른 답장이 오지 않고, 자신과 주먹다짐까지 한 카프멘 대공을 서왕국으로 불렀다는 소식에 소비에슈는 나비에와 직접 만나기 위해 결혼식을 서두르고 청첩장을 보낸다. 트로비 공작가를 방문하기 위해서라도 하인리와 함께 초대에 응한 나비에. 한때는 황후로서 거닐던 동대제국에서 가장 피하고 싶었던 소비에슈와 마주하는데……. Episodes 100-115. -
![Warwick by Taylor Rylan]()
Warwick by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCan a sweet omega and a grumpy hellhound possibly be perfect for one another? Will Warwick’s overly protective nature be too much for Cecil or be exactly what he needs? Warwick Ashwood is by far the largest of the hellhounds in his pack: in both human and beast form. That coupled with his less than inviting nature has most people avoiding him if at all possible... -
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![astra inclinant by Eleventy7]()
astra inclinant by Eleventy7
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratings"The stars incline us, they do not bind us. " For Harry, it's something he learned long ago on the battlefield. But for his son, James, it will be a painful lesson in the form of a friendship with a boy named Scorpius Malfoy. -
![Arthur by Taylor Rylan]()
Arthur by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsNothing can keep fated Ones apart, not even distance. Especially not when you’re the son of the created warlock. Arthur was ready to find his forever mate—his one and only other half. He was the firstborn of the created warlock and knew he had big shoes to fill... -
![Alphas Never Hide by Lori Ames]()
Alphas Never Hide by Lori Ames
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe wolf who refuses to be Alpha. Hayden Walker might be trapped in Willow Lake by guilt and duty, but he’s no one’s alpha. It doesn’t matter how many times people call him Alpha, with a capital A like it’s his name, he just isn’t—just ask his last pack. They had no problem rejecting him to follow his traitorous brother, Robbie, twelve years ago... -
![Ghost Friends Forever by Pandora Pine]()
Ghost Friends Forever by Pandora Pine
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat if your imaginary friend wasn’t so imaginary after all? Detective Jude Byrne, sick of working alleged cases of infidelity, takes on client Sam Jones, a man looking to reconnect with his first love. As the search for Greta begins, Jude realizes Sam might be the reason his lost love has fallen off the grid... -
![Wings of Fire by Jocelynn Drake]()
Wings of Fire by Jocelynn Drake
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsSecrets can kill. The Goddess of Fire calls from the Isle of Stone, and Caelan must obey. But the new king must first unravel a lifetime of secrets if he wants to have any chance of saving Drayce’s life. Caelan and his companions battle dragon clans and cranky gods in their quest to protect their world from the Goddess of the Hunt... -
![Linus by Macy Blake]()
Linus by Macy Blake
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNever sleigh never. Linus is having a Christ-massive problem. His cousins have all found their fated mates and their sprite magic is making beautiful things happen in the small town of Mistletoe Falls they call home. His magic? Well, it’s making a fa-la-la-la-lasting impression…and not in a good way. No need to Claus a scene! When Colby’s best friend runs away to Mistletoe Falls, Colby follows... -
![Damien: Paranormal Council Enforcers Book Eleven by Taylor Rylan]()
Damien: Paranormal Council Enforcers Book Eleven by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWhen you’re sent on assignment by the goddess, the last thing you expect is to find your fated mate, in the middle of a jungle. Damien Ashburn spent over a century traveling the shifter realm, searching for something unknown after he was banished from his realm by his creator and master. Without a purpose, the hellhound never stayed in place until he was suddenly drawn to a mountaintop in Montana... -
![Castiel by Taylor Rylan]()
Castiel by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThey were supposed to be colleagues. Fate had other plans for them. Dr. Castiel Bennett has been alone a very long time. The oldest son of one of an original eight, he’s seen a lot in his long life. As a gargoyle, he doesn’t mind living a solitary life, but he knows it would be so much better with his fated mate by his side... -
![Draco Malfoy and the Heir of Slytherin by starbrigid]()
Draco Malfoy and the Heir of Slytherin by starbrigid
Draco Malfoy never asked for a second chance, nor did he particularly want one... -
![Monster and the Beast, Vol. 3 by renji]()
Monster and the Beast, Vol. 3 by renji
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAfter the world conspired to separate Cavo and Liam before there burgeoning romance could really begin, the two are left to wander the world separately, desperately hoping for a reunion. But when Liam is feeling lonely without Cavo's touch, will he stay true the sweet, innocent Cavo or find solace in another man. .. ?! -
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![The Grim Adventures of Death & Chan by Vawn Cassidy]()
The Grim Adventures of Death & Chan by Vawn Cassidy
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsCRAWSHANKS GUIDE TO THE RECENTLY DEPARTED. A Dead Serious Companion Novella. (STANDARD PAPERBACK EDITION). **This book is a website exclusive edition and can only be found at vawncassidystore)... -
![The Guild of the Cowry Catchers, Book 5: Shores Beyond the World by Abigail Hilton]()
The Guild of the Cowry Catchers, Book 5: Shores Beyond the World by Abigail Hilton
They did a terrible thing. They’ve returned to make it right. The price will be high. **ILLUSTRATED VERSION**. Chaos is sweeping the islands of Wefrivain—slave revolts, attacks on temples, and questions about the true nature of the wyvern gods. The catalyst is a single book called The Guild of the Cowry Catchers. The authors are a band of pirates... -
![The Guild of the Cowry Catchers, Book 4: Out of the Ashes by Abigail Hilton]()
The Guild of the Cowry Catchers, Book 4: Out of the Ashes by Abigail Hilton
A forbidden book. A pirate prince. An idea whose time has come. **ILLUSTRATED VERSION**. Gerard and Silveo have made peace with their pasts. .. or so they think. They've joined the pirates they once hunted and are prepared to leave Wefrivain in quest for a new life. However, an unexpected cry for help brings them unwillingly back into home waters... -
![Validate: The Final Book in the Magic Users of Greenford Trilogy by Lisa Oliver]()
Validate: The Final Book in the Magic Users of Greenford Trilogy by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“The next time someone knocks at the front door, would you just do the doggy thing and bite them? Please? ”. Stefan de Marco and Lucifer Fireborn are back for this third installment of The Magic Users of Greenford trilogy. You’d have thought things would’ve quietened down by now. But no... -
![Dying for Death: The Stuntman and the Scribe by Holly Roberds]()
Dying for Death: The Stuntman and the Scribe by Holly Roberds
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI was meant to keep order, not fall in love with a reckless vampire who could tear my world apart. As the newly appointed God of the Dead, I can’t afford even a hint of weakness as a man or a god. Las Vegas belongs to the Egyptian gods now, and I’m the one holding the balance between my power-hungry brethren. Any crack in my authority could ignite open war, dragging chaos down the Strip... -
![Cupcake: Unlocked Mates Book 9 by Athena Steller]()
Cupcake: Unlocked Mates Book 9 by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLogan. Being kicked out of my pride, I wandered around the country until Axel found my malnourished lion side and invited me into his home. I’ve found family, brotherhood, and happiness here. Now as paramormals are starting to find mates once more, it’s been amazing to see my brothers find their perfect matches. I want a mate too! So badly... -
![The Psychic and The Vampire: Ant and Viktor's Story by Lisa Oliver]()
The Psychic and The Vampire: Ant and Viktor's Story by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDoctor Anthony Channon, commonly known as Ant, had a stalker. Fortunately, with his abilities as a level twelve mage he knew the man didn't mean him any harm. Unfortunately, other people didn't feel so kindly toward Ant as he went about his business as a psychic police consultant, and after an errant bullet, Ant finally comes face to face with his stalker and learns one life-changing truth... -
![Sunshine: Unlocked mates Book 11 by Athena Steller]()
Sunshine: Unlocked mates Book 11 by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSunshine: Unlocked Mates Book 11. Hudson. Moving back to his town of birth, Hudson Moore couldn’t be happier. He has an amazing job with the fire department, the house he shares with his brother is the perfect fixer upper, and he already has a new best friend. Everything is perfectly in place. Hudson knows that this is where he is supposed to be... -
![Recovery by Amy Rae Durreson]()
Recovery by Amy Rae Durreson
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsRaif has always believed in honour and duty. When he is asked to travel to the distant north to wake the dragon Arden from his centuries’ long sleep, he embraces the opportunity. But Arden is not what Raif was expecting: whimsical, mischievous and charming, he frustrates and flusters Raif at every turn. When danger draws them to the lagoon city of Aliann, Raif’s troubles deepen... -
![An Omega Bear for Kit by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar]()
An Omega Bear for Kit by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsGrant didn’t know an omega could become Beta of his Bear Den, but that’s exactly what just happened. Omega bear shifter Grant loves all of the positive changes that his den has seen since their new Alpha arrived... -
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![Cooking With Magic by Lisa Oliver]()
Cooking With Magic by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratings“I would never hurt you… Please don’t flinch like that. You need to come with me, that’s all, and for that I need to touch you. ”Hellhound Faron wasn’t expecting anything when he went to his local diner for a meal before heading home. He might have privately hoped that he could catch sight of his favorite chef, Patrick, but the food was worth eating anyway... -
![It Was All Just a Game by write_me227, We-have-problems]()
It Was All Just a Game by write_me227, We-have-problems
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFandom: Harry Potter. Relationships: Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter, Pansy Parkinson/Blaise Zabini, Hermione Granger/Ron Weasley. --------------------------------------------------. When Draco comes up with an idea to mess with Harry during the Triwizard Tournament, will he be the one who will get burned in the end? -
![The Abjurer by Tobias Begley]()
The Abjurer by Tobias Begley
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsEvan Tailor needs to kill an Archmage. If he can survive a party first. With the Silver Queen calling in her debt, Archmage Roark's oaths binding him into assistance and silence, and new classes pulling at Evan from all sides, this year is not turning out to be the peaceful and prosperous introduction to abjuration magic that Evan had hoped for... -
![Stitches by Amanda Meuwissen]()
Stitches by Amanda Meuwissen
Created by the alchemist Braxton, Levi was “born” fully grown and spends his early days learning about the monster-filled kingdom he calls home. Even though he is just a construct pieced together from cloned parts, Levi longs to fit in with his mythical neighbors, but more than that, he wishes he could say two words to the Shadow King without stuttering... -
![The Necromancer's Smile 2: A Family Affair by Lisa Oliver]()
The Necromancer's Smile 2: A Family Affair by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe Necromancer's Smile - Book 2 - A Family Affair. (This is not a standalone). Necromancer Sy York and former Detective, Alpha wolf Dakar Rhodes are slowly learning to merge their lives together as true mates. With the steadfast Brock and loyal Brad, as well as Connor and Clive all sharing the estate with them, for the first time in his life, Sy feels as though he has a family around him... -
![Fire Wings by Jena Wade]()
Fire Wings by Jena Wade
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRule number 1 of internet Never send pictures first. I’m known as “the dragon who almost exposed us all” thanks to some less than spectacular choices in my youth. The fact that I even have my new job as Flight Trainer for Fire Wing Academy is more of a second chance than I ever thought I’d get. I refuse to mess it up… that is until I do... -
![Secrets and Kisses by M.A. Innes]()
Secrets and Kisses by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsStefanMagic. As a librarian, Stefan knows there’s magic in books and imagination, but it isn’t until he moves to the mountains of North Carolina that he realizes people can come with magic too…well, the locals at least seem to come with magic…and fascinating relationship dynamics he thought were just on TV and in books. Boyd Dragons... -
![Resistance by Amy Rae Durreson]()
Resistance by Amy Rae Durreson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsHow do you rebuild a broken nation? Iskandir doesn’t know, but as resistance leader turned peacetime governor, he’s trying his best, even though he believes his best will never be good enough. But things are about to get a lot worse in Tiallat. First, the rats begin to die. Next, humans begin to sicken too... -
![Firebug by Athena Steller]()
Firebug by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsUnlocked Mates Book 7. Adam. Adam is beyond thrilled at finding his mate. Living in the Hell realm will take some getting used to but at least he has friends close by. His big mate is perfect, Adam loves his minions, but Hell is missing color, laughter, and love, and Adam can’t let that stand... -
![Saving Choice by Susi Hawke]()
Saving Choice by Susi Hawke
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFind your mate and choose your fate. After a lifetime of struggling to exist within an Unseelie Fae community that doesn’t accept him, Tyler of the Wartroot Grove Clan is near death when a portal unexpectedly opens in his path. He falls into the human realm, only to hear his… heartsong? Fated mates are not only real, but he has one? Here? He’s confused, certain he must have died and crossed over... -
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![Wanting the Im-PAW-sible by J.D. Light]()
Wanting the Im-PAW-sible by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen did Drew Lane grow up? As the oldest of the leap children, Harper Long was the designated babysitter growing up, which is why he is struggling so much with the fact that the youngest of the group is a grown man now. Like really grown. Like how does he even find supportive underwear with all that? Unrequited crushes are rough... -
![Wishes and Research by M.A. Innes]()
Wishes and Research by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPaxton. Bugs. Well, beetles, but it doesn’t matter because they keep disappearing. Poof. Insects, bugs, or just creepy crawlies, Paxton doesn’t care what they’re called because they’re the most fascinating creatures he’s ever seen, and as an entomologist, that’s saying a lot. But since he’s currently in the most frustrating town he’s ever seen, there might be a connection. Fraser. Bugs... -
![Satan's little helpers: An Unlocked Mates Special Edition by Athena Steller]()
Satan's little helpers: An Unlocked Mates Special Edition by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDear Satan. Those two words are some of the sweetest that Lucifer has ever read. From December first to December twenty-fifth Lucifer dedicates everything to the happiest time of the year. With a snowstorm raging out his window, his fireplace roaring and warm, and a hot cocoa in his hand, Lucifer is enjoying his favorite month when a portal opens in his office. Gage and Cary are desperate... -
![Grounds for Divorce by Tepre]()
Grounds for Divorce by Tepre
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFandom: Harry Potter. Relationships: Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter, Also briefly:, Harry Potter/Original Female Character(s), Harry Potter/Original Male Character(s), Draco Malfoy/Original Male Character(s). --------------------------------------------------. Malfoy finds a coin. Harry finds a letter. A story about histories, a story about families. A story about a lemon tree somewhere in Upper Egypt... -
![Heartstrings by Eressë]()
Heartstrings by Eressë
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWhen all else comes to naught, a steadfast heart is the only thing that stands between hope and despair. Scions of the most powerful House in Ylandre, Ashrian Mithani and Eiren Sarvan were more than just cousins. Lovers of long standing, theirs was a bond that would have been the envy of all were it not for one glaring flaw—Ashrian’s inability to commit himself wholeheartedly to Eiren... -
![Precious by Athena Steller]()
Precious by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsDrake had no idea when he took a human’s blood in order to perform a duty for his family that the human was his mate. One taste and Drake’s world is rocked. Now not only does he need to convince the human that Drake is his forever, but Drake also has to teach Lawson how to fit in with his paranormal family. It had started so innocently. A visit to a club so Lawson can play as a pup... -
![The Tinder Chronicles: Complete 3-Volume Series by Alexa Land]()
The Tinder Chronicles: Complete 3-Volume Series by Alexa Land
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTinder’s world is black and white, good and evil clearly defined. The young vampire hunter was taught to hate his enemy with a passion, and hating them is easy since they killed his entire family. His attraction to Bane, a gorgeous, mysterious vampire, contradicts everything Tinder believes in, but the heat between them is undeniable... -
![Hummingbird and Kraken by Reese Morrison]()
Hummingbird and Kraken by Reese Morrison
Geir. Geir lives alone in the woods for a reason. And he likes it that way. Until Declan lands on his doorstep, with a bubbly personality, shimmery lipstick, and dreams of adventure. Surely Geir can let him stay for a few days without giving in to temptation. Or letting him discover that he’s a kraken shifter. Only Declan has other ideas. Because Declan loves his tentacles... -
![Bold by M.A. Innes]()
Bold by M.A. Innes
Tyson has a problem. He wants into the club, but the gatekeeper, Austin, knows he’s hiding something. He is. He just wasn’t prepared to have to share about his physical issues before getting to meet someone who wouldn’t mind those differences. But with a club full of open-minded omegas and Austin playing matchmaker…this time it’ll be different, right? Dessie has a problem... -
![Fairytales Short & Sweet by Megan Derr]()
Fairytales Short & Sweet by Megan Derr
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA collection of short little fairytales about kings, princes, knights, and witches. Author's Note: These stories are all posted free on my website. They've simply been turned into an ebook for the convenience of those who asked. -
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![Cloud Dragon by Minerva Howe]()
Cloud Dragon by Minerva Howe
Dragon shifter Puck is convinced that Austin is not for him. As much as he wants Austin, he knows such an amazing dragon couldn't be his mate, so he's going to hide away and let this one get away. Except that Austin won't let him. Austin knows Puck is the one for him, and he's not going to let Puck keep him at arm's length. Except they keep having fasle starts... -
![The Wolf's Forbidden Alpha by Ava Beringer]()
The Wolf's Forbidden Alpha by Ava Beringer
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsMy fated mate leads our rival pack. Can our forbidden love flourish, or will a terrible secret rip us apart? Omega wolf Larkin Bolder was raised by his much-older brothers after a tragedy rocked the family. Back home from college, he’s all grown up, but they still treat him like a pup. Then Larkin meets his fated mate, Tracer Ramirez... -
![Glow: A MM Mpreg Shifter Romance by Sammi Cee]()
Glow: A MM Mpreg Shifter Romance by Sammi Cee
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI want to call my alpha. .. Daddy. Once he’d presented as an omega, Mystic had one dream: to find a mate and be a papa. Instead, he’s a nineteen-year-old virgin, dancing at Carousal Lounge Gentlemen's Club and spending every spare second helping his friends with their children... -
![The Qualm Before the Storm by Lilo Quie]()
The Qualm Before the Storm by Lilo Quie
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsRayne has never been close with his family, never found love or even someone who understands him. He finds himself graduating college at the tail end of another bad breakup and needs to get as far away as possible. A thousand miles away sits the most striking horse he’s ever seen, and he cannot resist petting it. Now he’s stuck with a god, but he’s not too mad about it... -
![Mistletoe and Mayhem by Amy Padilla]()
Mistletoe and Mayhem by Amy Padilla
The Charmed Away crew is home for the holidays! This series of vignettes gives you a glimpse into how our favorite couples celebrate the holidays, and the chaos that ensues along the way! -
![Sweet Meat: Welcome to Morningwood Omegaverse Romance Book Three by Kiki Burrelli]()
Sweet Meat: Welcome to Morningwood Omegaverse Romance Book Three by Kiki Burrelli
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTo protect his boy…. Brisbane is no stranger to hardship. At nineteen, he feels lucky to have a job and a roof over his head—at the same time. All his life he’s had to look out for himself. He’s never had anyone to guide and protect him until Malcolm. Malcolm is an alpha tiger shifter dedicated to protecting the unique shifter community of Morningwood...
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