This novella may be read before or after the Sun-Blessed Trilogy or as a standalone. I loved the suspenseful twists in Birth of Magic… Couldn’t put it down!” -EL “The entire story is magical.” -Brenda E. “I love the story all together. Not only is it a great one, it was unexpected.” -Tracy M. “I was planning to only read a little tonight and then a little more each day…sort of take my time. Nope, not today! I couldn’t put it down!” -Alain D. “You belong to me. You’ll regret ever thinking you could get away.” Fifteen-year-old Kari is the oldest of ten children. When their father abandons them and their mother dies, Kari must care for them all. Overwhelmed, she flees to a nearby city. Desperation and hunger drive Kari to the only work available—at a brothel run by Roza and Yolin, a cruel madam and her husband. There, Kari forges bonds with another woman and a young handyman. But friendship and fine dresses can’t veil the despair of her grim new life. Knowing Yolin’s savagery toward runaways, Kari doesn’t dare escape—until an unexpected pregnancy compels her to try. She hides in the forest, where a mysterious magical force shields her from Yolin’s pursuit. When she’s most vulnerable, Kari’s supernatural protection disappears. Yolin attacks, and she must fight for her life, her dignity, and her child. But Roza and Yolin are ruthless manipulators. And all Kari’s furious strength may not be enough to defeat them.  Whether you’re new to the Sun-Blessed Trilogy or an existing fan, this prequel will captivate your imagination from the first page. Kari’s story is a breathtaking tale of unstoppable women and unforgettable magic. Author Interview: How does Birth of Magic fit into the rest of the Sun-Blessed Trilogy? Birth of Magic is a prequel to the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, and it can be read before or after the other books. It’s a novella, which means it’s shorter than a typical novel, about one-third the length of Facing the Sun. What audiences is the series appropriate for? This series is clean fantasy. It’s free of cursing, sex scenes, and gory violence and is appropriate for most teens and adults. Birth of Magic has some content that is more mature than the trilogy. However, I was careful in how I addressed sensitive topics such as life in a brothel and the physical ramifications of childbirth. The book is free of explicit scenes. My goal was to deal honestly with the emotional fallout from such difficult life experiences.

Kay is entranced with the possibilities which lie before her. Five handsome, willing men are vying for her hand in marriage. The stakes are ownership of a medieval keep perched on the rocky edge of a stormy ocean. Each man seems more stunning than the last, and it is her choice which will reward the prize. To make the game even more interesting, Kay is disguised as a handmaiden to her sister, Em, so that she might more freely mingle with the suitors. In this way she can learn their strengths and catch them in their most unguarded moments. As the threat of border reivers approaches the keep, Kay finds that her pleasurable pastime takes on a far more serious overtone. Knowing who to trust and who to depend on becomes a matter of life and death! All author’s proceeds from sales of the Sword of Glastonbury series benefit battered women’s shelters. Knowing Yourself is book one in the Sword of Glastonbury series. Each novel ends in a happily ever after, which then leads into the next book in the series. Each of these full-length romances features its own flavor, atmosphere, and main characters. Each is set in a different part of medieval England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Knowing Yourself is set in Cumbria, in northwestern England. Knowing Yourself is a lighthearted tale of romance and courtship, with a pair of fun-loving sisters, in the style of a medieval bachelorette contest. It is suitable for teens and older. It does not feature any strong language nor any intimacy beyond a gentle kiss. To learn more about the widespread use of the wax tablet for note taking in medieval times, be sure to read this article:https://www.bl.uk/eblj/1994articles/pdf/article1.pdf

Book 1 in the multi award winning Grey Wolves Series Jacque Pierce was just an ordinary 17 year old girl getting ready to start her senior year in high school in Coldspring, Texas. When a mysterious foreign exchange student from Romania moves in across the street, Jacque and her two best friends, Sally and Jen, didn’t realize the last two weeks of their summer was going to get a lot more interesting. From the moment Jacque sets eyes on Fane she feels an instant connection, a pull like a moth to a flame. Little does she know that the flame she is drawn to is actually a Canis Lupus—a werewolf—and she just happens to be his mate…the other half of his soul. The problem is, Fane is not the only wolf in Coldspring. Just as Fane and Jacque are getting to know each other, another wolf steps out to try and claim Jacque as his mate. Fane will now have to fight for the right to complete the mating bond, something that is his right by birth but is being denied him by a crazed Alpha. Will the love Fane has for Jacque be enough to give him the strength to defeat his enemy, will Jacque accept that she is Fane’s mate and complete the bond between them?

From the USA TODAY bestselling The Academy: Ghost Bird series, comes a different look at the very beginning. Read Introductions with a whole new perspective–the boys'.  Kota Lee has been trying for weeks to get the girl up the street to notice him. She's beautiful and intriguing, but seems incredibly shy. Too shy. Every time he tries to get close, she dodges him, like a skittish little bird, flittering away out of his reach.  Troubled by her haunted looks, he's tried to give her some space, respect her need for solitude. Still, he can't forget those eyes that are haunted and–he thinks–maybe hiding secrets.  One dark night as thunderclouds are rolling in, he's driving home late and spots her standing in the road. It's too late for her to be out for a walk and the pack on her back tells him what she's doing: she's about to run away.  She could get hurt, or worse, disappear forever. He can't let her go; he'd never forgive himself if he did.

This is eight works of fiction from some of today’s most exciting authors. A star-studded anthology of thrilling, action-packed and totally swoon-worthy first books by your favorite women authors. 8 thrilling stories in one volume. 8 sexy heroes. 8 strong heroines. ***Click on the ‘inside the book’ feature for a more detailed look, and see the covers and blurbs*** Book 1 – IGNITE (Midnight Fire Series Book One) By Kaitlyn DavisBook 2 – CRUSH (The CRUSH Saga) by Chrissy PeeblesBook 3 – ELEMENT, Part 1 (The Natalie Vega Saga) by CM Doporto Book 4 – STAKE YOU by Claire Farrell Book 5 – TEMPEST by Holly HookBook 6 – SEVENTH MARK (Hidden Secrets Saga) by W.J. MayBook 7 – DANGEROUS DESIGNS (Book #1 of the Design Series) by Dale MayerBook 8 – THE GHOST OF JOSIAH GRIMSHAW (The Morgan Sisters) by Suzy Turner KEEPER by Tiffany Evans (BONUS two-chapter excerpt)