The Amielian Legends Series by Christine E. Schulze

Captain Michael Biekert is notorious for being the youngest captain to sail as much as he has, charting discoveries of new lands and species. He's also notorious for landing his men in adventures they hadn't counted on--adventures involving cannibalistic mermaids and such.When Michael decides to search for the legendary underwater city of the Larimar people, he doesn't account for the adventure that follows... moreCaptain Michael Biekert is notorious for being the youngest captain to sail as much as he has, charting discoveries of new lands and species. He's also notorious for landing his men in adventures they hadn't counted on--adventures involving cannibalistic mermaids and such.When Michael decides to search for the legendary underwater city of the Larimar people, he doesn't account for the adventure that follows. Rescued from shipwreck by a mysterious, beautiful young lady who walks on water and carries a singing sea shell around her neck, he soon finds himself reunited with an old friend once though lost to him and fighting to save her people from an ancient evil. less

Three stories. Four princesses. Yet all are bound by the fate of two crystal rings. In "Time Dancers," Calina's one wish as she turns "of age" is to marry a young, handsome prince. But her father soon reveals her betrothed as a king twice her age. She is further insulted when her husband-to-be gives her a magic mirror and inside it, she watches a vision of herself waltzing with a young, handsome prince every night... moreThree stories. Four princesses. Yet all are bound by the fate of two crystal rings. In "Time Dancers," Calina's one wish as she turns "of age" is to marry a young, handsome prince. But her father soon reveals her betrothed as a king twice her age. She is further insulted when her husband-to-be gives her a magic mirror and inside it, she watches a vision of herself waltzing with a young, handsome prince every night. However, through the mirror and the aid of a unique crystal ring, she will discover the meaning of true love. In "Silver Prince," Catina dares to enter the Dark Wood against her brother's warnings. Instead of danger, she meets Hadyn, Alpha of the Wolfsbane people. Through him, she will discover the truth behind years of lies and twisted legends. What will she do with that truth when she is forced to choose between her brother and her new love? Finally, in "Sisters of the Rings," Calista and Shara are the only two Iceans in the entire Spaniño Isle, possibly in the entire world. When their kingdoms fall under siege, both princesses are forced to flee their homes. They meet each other, only to discover that they are linked by the crystal rings given them by their adoptive parents, a link is more powerful than either of them ever could have imagined. Revel in the magic and romance found in the adventures of these four princesses and discover how they are all bound together by The Crystal Rings. less

Four tales of Elemental beings weave together to craft this whimsical anthology from YA fantasy author Christine E. Schulze:Lily in the Snow ~ Mica Schist, a rock Elemental, has lived all her life in the mountains with Pierson, her melancholy guardian. When Jewett, an earth Elemental, visits their cave, Mica’s world is turned upside-down—as is her heart. She longs for a life outside the cave, and soon, an approaching enemy grants this wish... moreFour tales of Elemental beings weave together to craft this whimsical anthology from YA fantasy author Christine E. Schulze:Lily in the Snow ~ Mica Schist, a rock Elemental, has lived all her life in the mountains with Pierson, her melancholy guardian. When Jewett, an earth Elemental, visits their cave, Mica’s world is turned upside-down—as is her heart. She longs for a life outside the cave, and soon, an approaching enemy grants this wish. But even the gentle forests of Jewett’s world cause Mica to lose her fragile crystals, her life source. Can Mica be saved and live the life she’s always dreamed?The Story-Teller ~ Eleesa’s gift is that of story-telling. She has no problem embellishing the truth now and then; after all, she’s never noticed the same consequences that befall the other Imps who misuse their gifts. However, through an old friend who mysteriously reappears, she will discover that the consequences are much more severe than she could have ever imagined.Labyrinth: Heart of Stone ~ Gargoyles, Druids, haughty dragon fairies, a seductive Noelani, a mansion housing an endless maze of stairs—and, not to mention, a handsome, brooding man made of stone. All these magical elements create the perfectly scandalous tale of Catherine, an Earth Elemental who sets out seeking freedom and discovers it in the most unexpected ways.Spyral ~ A coming-of-age tale in which a Rock Elemental chooses to defy the unjust traditions of her people. Setting out on a journey to save herself and the one she loves, she ends up embarking on a much more personal journey of self-discovery. less