The Many Shades of Midnight (Tales of Isyr Book 1) by C M Debell (49 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

A plague of monsters. A deadly conspiracy. A truth that will shatter the world. Isyr. Stronger, brighter, more beautiful than other metals. Once the most desirable thing in Ellasia, now it is priceless, the pure Isyrium needed to produce it mined to exhaustion. What's left is controlled by the powerful mining syndicates, and such is the demand for their Isyrium that even kings do their bidding. Yet just as the beauty of Isyr hides a deadly secret, so too do the syndicates. A terrifying enemy is spreading a plague across the land, a sickness that kills or transforms everything it touches. Unable to contain the outbreaks, the King of Lankara begs the aid of his disgraced former military commander, Alyas-Raine Sera, a man who has spent years fighting syndicate expansion and whose resentment over his exile makes him an unpredictable, dangerous ally in the power struggle between the rulers of Ellasia and the mining companies. Attached to the envoy to recall Alyas, the apprentice surgeon Brivar finds his skills and loyalty tested as his service to his new patron uncovers secrets about Isyr and the plague that link it to the mining of Isyrium - and threaten the life of the man it is his duty to safeguard. In their own separate ways, Alyas and Brivar must take on the might of the syndicates and confront the greed, murder, betrayal and impossible choices of a crisis that has been decades in the making - and the price of their failure could be everyone and everything. The Many Shades of Midnight is a gritty political fantasy about friendship, sacrifice, and the fight for survival in a world where greed drives everything and no one can be trusted. If you enjoy complex characters, intricate world-building, and high-stakes intrigue, you'll love this standalone grimdark fantasy.

Genre: Fantasy

Renegade (New Evolutions Origins) by Céline Glaude (3 Reviews)    Price verified 44 minutes ago

In the vast expanse of the galaxy, Captain Xiang, a seasoned starship commander, yearns for the familiar hum of her ship's engines. However, fate has other plans when she's abruptly assigned a mission to transport crucial supplies to a potential new ally. After reaching her destination, Captain Xiang encounters a mysterious and captivating stranger, sparking a series of events that catapult her into a thrilling interstellar adventure. In this action-packed sci-fi tale, where adventure and romance collide, Captain Xiang's journey becomes a thrilling exploration of the cosmos and the heart.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Foothills Fae Academy: Book Three by Callie Woodridge (30 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Disclaimer: This book has multiple POVs and is quite lengthy. If you enjoy multiple viewpoints and don't mind a longer read, you may enjoy it. However, this one will not be for you if you prefer short books or one or two POVs, and you may want to find another book to read. I'm putting this warning here now so you're not surprised by the length or the POVs, and you can instead, find a book that would be more enjoyable for you. This book had more mature content than the first two, so keep that in mind for younger readers. Please read the trigger warning and disclaimer at the front of the book. Summaries of the first two books are at the front but can be skipped! This book will be leaving Kindle Unlimited at the beginning of June. Get ready for an intense ride at Foothills Fae Academy in Book Three! Amber, Michael, Ben, and Ellen transition from childhood to a high-stakes second-to-last school year. Amber and Ben join Jared and Hank at Foothills, while Ellen and Stan venture to a mermaid school, seeking allies beneath the waves. Michael seizes a dangerous opportunity at the dragon school, facing the clear task of building alliances. United with dark magic wielders and the other realms, they confront the true menace -- the enigmatic immortals, the first magical people, who have cunningly evaded capture. As the immortals' malevolent motives are revealed, pandemonium grips the world. These unrelenting beings stop at nothing, resorting to violence and mayhem. Their chilling message to those with common magic echoes: surrender or face annihilation. Their goal? Total domination over all eight magical realms, at any cost. Embark on an adrenaline-fuelled journey where loyalties are tested, alliances emerge from the shadows, and a relentless battle over who should be in charge of magic unfolds. Can our young heroes rise to the challenge and rescue the world from the clutches of the immortals? Uncover the truth in the gripping third installment of the Foothills Fae ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Omega : The White Wolf: Book One by A.B. Marie (290 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

***Now a completed series!*** My name is Addy Scott, and I'm a female omega. If that wasn't bizarre enough, I'm also the first female White Wolf... ever. We live in a secluded pack in northern Alaska called the Freedom Pack, and we house every shifter and other paranormals. Against the council's orders. Basically, we're abominations that should be dealt with... And... Well.. That's why we have mages on our side to hide us. At least that's what we thought. So much is going wrong, and what's worse? I'm about to turn twenty-five and be mate marked. Will my mate even be able to find me, if he's not already here? Everyone has opinions of who my mate will be... The problem is... I have feelings for several males... and it's tearing me apart. Not that I let it show. Our issues become much worse on the night of my birthday, and I'm not sure even the Goddess who has 'blessed' me will be able to save me now. Omega, a 77k word novel, is the first book in the White Wolf series. This is a reverse harem, meaning the main character has more than three love interests and doesn't have to choose. Why choose, anyway? This book is intended for readers over the age of 18. There may be triggers for sensitive readers, including, strong language, mature adult content, and situations. Also included in the series: steamy scenes, hot men, m/m, and adventures. Enjoy! Edited: February 2023

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Foothills Fae Academy : Book Two by Callie Woodridge (44 Reviews)    Price verified 39 minutes ago

Disclaimer: This book has multiple POVs and is quite lengthy. If you enjoy multiple viewpoints and don't mind a longer read, you may enjoy it. However, this one will not be for you if you prefer short books or one or two POVs, and you may want to find another book to read. I'm putting this warning here now so you're not surprised by the length or the POVs, and you can instead, find a book that would be more enjoyable for you. The characters still have immature moments because they are thirteen, but they have grown since the last book. The characters mature with each book. The last two books, in particular, will be more mature, so discretion is advised when reading this series because this book is still innocent compared to the next two. This book will be leaving Kindle Unlimited at the end of June. Please read the trigger warning and disclaimer at the front of the book. This book will be leaving Kindle Unlimited at the end of June. Three years have passed, and Amber, Ben, Ellen, and Michael, now sixteen, stand on the precipice of very important exams. Life has settled into a peaceful routine until one afternoon changes everything. Their long-lost enemies resurface, and the answers they've sought for years finally emerge. But in a shocking twist, they discover a trusted ally has been betraying them from the start. Their world is upended. With resilience and their unbreakable bond, they set out to reclaim their shattered trust and confront the challenges that lie ahead. Suspense, intrigue, and unwavering determination weave together as Amber, Ben, Ellen, and Michael navigate the aftermath of shattered illusions. Can their friendship withstand the trials they face? Will they rebuild their lives stronger than before? This gripping tale promises an emotional rollercoaster, leaving readers yearning for more as they turn each page. Join these four friends on their extraordinary journey, as they defy adversity and seek redemption. *Book Three is coming soon! This ...

Genre: Fantasy

The Sensual Sea: A Matt Ransom Mystery by Bobby Underwood (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The seventh entry in one of the most unique series in fiction has Matt in a melancholy mood as his first Christmas without Annette and Teagan approaches. A shocking crime eerily reminiscent of the Red Robin Diner slayings of The Velvet Sea pulls him from his home in West Palm Beach back to snowy New Chicago, where Brooke has seen the dead come back to life. Matt soon discovers a grisly murder spree aimed at enticing him into a deadly spider's web. When all leads point to ancient voodoo, Matt realizes no one he loves is safe. While he teams with a lovely CR in Nice, France, LeAnn and the gang search for clues to help him. Matt and Ariel, the Nice CR, immediately feel a tender and inexplicable connection to each other. Traveling to the Caribbean on a trail of voodoo and spilled blood, a confrontation deep in the jungle will cause Matt to re-evaluate all he thought he knew about his own soul.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

A City of Magic and Mystery (The Hunter Series Book 5) by Alexander Lound (152 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Finally arriving at the bustling, mercantile city of Aglian, Alice is desperate to take in the sights: the multi-cultural markets, the street performers and, most of all, the majestic, towering relic that is the Mage's University. However, little do the hunters realise that the mages have something different planned for them. A mission that has been planned by the High Mage himself. A mission that will bring them to the darkest depths of Aglian, facing their most fearsome monster yet... Episode nine in the Hunter Series, a collection of short reads that weave an epic fantasy tale! Immerse yourself in a world full of monsters, magic, and mystery; dark, unsettling landscapes; action-packed fight scenes; and characters that are relatable from the first page!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Owned by the Outcast: alien barbarian romance (Banished Alien Warriors Book 1) by Riley Onyx (185 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

They call themselves the Honey, but there's nothing sweet about these warriors. Edilk As a fourth son, I knew from the time I understood words that I'd be sent away to find my own fortunes. To survive I joined a band of other banished warriors to explore and raid distant tribes -- in the hope of stealing a mate. When a falling star appears over the ocean, I take it as a sign that my fate lies over the water. The people we find look nothing like us, but I want a mate and I intend to take one. Sabine For the first time in my life, I set foot on an planet with dirt and plants and animals. While I'm excited to put my education to use and build a home, it is clear my life belongs to the colony. Then I'm captured by an alien dressed in leather and wielding a sword. For readers who like exploring new worlds, sexy alien barbarians, and smart, kick ass heroines.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

A Trial of Ice and Blood (The Hunter Series Book 1) by Alexander Lound (383 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

Eric Christensen never expects a welcome when he returns to the Hunters' Guild - even after long months of monster-hunting. Though when he is immediately sent on a gruelling mission alongside an inexperienced apprentice, he is less than happy. Still, it is his responsibility to train her - and quickly. The Ulvic Islands are dangerous, and full of monsters. Together, they must become the hunters the Ulvic Islands need. For their mission will soon result in a mystery. One that will threaten the Ulvic Islands, and the world... Episode one in the Hunter Series, a collection of short reads that weave an epic fantasy tale! Immerse yourself in a world full of monsters, magic, and mystery; dark, unsettling landscapes; action-packed fight scenes; and characters that are relatable from the first page! Reviews from thrilled fantasy fans: 'If you like Witcher-style fight-scenes and dark, cold, viking-inspired worlds, then read this book!' 'Alexander Lound did it again! I freaking love this book and I need episode 2!' 'Fast paced, action packed, an exciting world and great characters!' 'Once I started reading this, I couldn't stop!' 'A fantastic universe, full of monsters!' 'If you like fantasy (especially Game of Thrones and The Witcher) I'd definitely recommend this read!'

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

A Past of Love and Loss (The Hunter Series Book 2) by Alexander Lound (200 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Still marred by questions of what they saw in the mountains of Maagsgard, Eric and Alice must continue their journey to Xanvir. However, after mooring in an inconspicuous fishing village in Fromark, they never expect to encounter somebody from Eric's past - a past he has been trying to bury. Worse still, Eric soon learns that the people of his hometown, Dawn, are in danger. And he is the only one who can save them. Eric has no choice but to undertake the mission. Even if it means digging up old memories. Even if it means facing old friends. Episode two in the Hunter Series, a collection of short reads that weave an epic fantasy tale! Immerse yourself in a world full of monsters, magic, and mystery; dark, unsettling landscapes; action-packed fight scenes; and characters that are relatable from the first page!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Soul Smuggler by Milo James Fowler (14 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Who is Mercer? Coyote. Soul Smuggler. A body-hopping, phantasmal anti-hero. A disenfranchised spirit doomed to inherit the earth, cursed by both Heaven and Hell. An enemy of God, but no friend of the devil. Soul Smuggler collects 9 Mercer tales: "The Coyote" - In the future, Mercer's services are requested by a powerful man seeking to keep his stepdaughter quiet about certain indiscretions. "Soul Smuggler" - An orphan boy seeks Mercer's help in reuniting with his dead mother. "The Second Option" - Father Thomas, assassin from the clandestine Terra Sacra order, sets out to destroy Mercer once and for all. "Abomination of Desolation" - A boy with horrifying powers is at the top of the Church's extermination list, replacing Mercer for the time being. Father Thomas makes Mercer a deal he can't refuse if he helps rid the earth of the young abomination. "The Coyote's Word" - When Mercer says he'll take a soul across the border, he's true to his word. But navigating the afterlife is no easy feat, even for the Soul Smuggler. "Back for Blood" - A ravenous monster is on the loose in the city, and a young nun seeks out Mercer's help. It may take a monster to get rid of a monster, but Mercer has never dealt with anything like this before. "A Coyote's Revenge" - Armageddon is coming, and the devil wants his due: those suicidal souls Mercer has been escorting to the Pearly Gates. "Mercer's Ghost" - In this weird western, a young man on the frontier in search of fame and fortune instead finds himself swindled and left destitute. But help arrives in the form of a phantasmal, body-hopping gunslinger who seems to have ulterior motives. "Coyote for Breakfast" - In this post-apocalyptic tale, a young girl grieving after a recent loss seeks out Mercer's help, but both she and the Soul Smuggler get more than they bargained for. Short Stories - Dark Fantasy / Horror

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Sperm King by William Mesusan (6 Reviews)    Price verified 39 minutes ago

By the year 2050, the not-too-distant future, humanity is the most endangered species on Earth! Clay Roberts lives in a world tragically reduced by debilitating infertility and the catastrophic effects of climate change. Mandatory sperm testing by Government (a totalitarian regime) identifies Clay as one of the most fertile young men on the planet. His wannabe fertility agent, Hank Gallagher, dubs him The Sperm King; but, Clay agonizes over whether his precious, potent gift should help save the most threatened species on earth, or if he should hasten humanity's demise because he holds it responsible for the criminal destruction of our planet. Everyone wants a piece of Clay: major Sperm Banks offer flexible working conditions, the National Fertility Service appeals to his sense of patriotism, wealthy sperm vendor Hishiro Tanaka makes him an unbelievable offer, Eco-activist Lynne Lee wants him to join the Plastic People's Sanctuary Movement, the Endgame Brotherhood urges him to help extinguish the human race, and the armed and dangerous Copulation Cartels are coming after him. Clay is definitely out of his comfort zone!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Global Game: The Luckiest Lord: LitRPG Cultivation System by Sophia Ava (8 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

All residents over the age of 18 have a chance that go to the endless continent to become a lord! The lord can also recruit his own exclusive soldiers! "Hahaha!My soldiers are giants!" "The giants?Huh!My soldiers are necromancers!" ... Just when the other lords were complacent, they were horrified to find that the protagonist's soldiers seemed to be different from theirs!

Genre: Fantasy

Foothills Fae Academy: Book One by Callie Woodridge (68 Reviews)    Price verified 39 minutes ago

Disclaimer: This book has multiple POVs and is quite lengthy. If you enjoy multiple viewpoints and don't mind a longer read, you may enjoy it. However, this one will not be for you if you prefer short books or one or two POVs, and you may want to find another book to read. I'm putting this warning here now so you're not surprised by the length or the POVs, and you can instead, find a book that would be more enjoyable for you. The first book reads like middle grade, but the characters mature with each book. The last two books, in particular, will be more mature, so discretion is advised when reading this series because this book is the most innocent of the four. This book will be leaving Kindle Unlimited at the end of June. Please read the trigger warning and disclaimer at the front of the book just in case you don't want to read it with the subject matter. Welcome to Foothills Fae Academy, where four thirteen-year-old students embark on a journey to master the power of the elements: Earth, Air, Fire, and Wind. Ben, Amber, Ellen, and Michael forge a strong bond as they navigate the challenges of the school, but they soon realize that their training goes beyond preparing for adulthood - dangerous Dark Magic Wielders now threaten their world. As the four friends hone their abilities and embrace their true Fae potential, Ben and Amber discover they possess a special gift that puts them in grave danger. Set in 1999, this thrilling fantasy adventure follows their quest to defend against the malevolent Dark Magic Wielders while honing their skills as aspiring Fae. Join them as they prepare to face an epic battle and unravel the mysteries that lie within the magical realm. This is a coming-of-age story where the characters start at thirteen in the first book and mature into adults by the last one. The series leans more towards New Adult (NA) than Young Adult (YA) due to the content in the last two books, which might be inappropriate for certain YA age groups. While ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Don't Fear the Reaper (Don't Fear Death Book 1) by J.C. Murphey (8 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

For fans of the anime/manga Bleach, and dark fantasy works by Neil Gaiman, this one is for you... Life as a college student is hard. It's even harder for Victor Rexford when a cult brings about the end of days via a botched summoning, and he happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Fortunately -- or maybe unfortunately -- Victor catches the eye of the Grim Reaper during this particular ritual, becoming further embroiled in an epic fight between supernatural entities. She needs him as a host to remain on Earth to exorcise the demons, and he needs to grow a spine. Over 100 years later, the world is an apocalyptic wasteland filled with humans possessed by demons and mutated into monstrous forms. Vincent, one of the few remaining mortal humans, is sent out by his father and camp leader to find others to" join his flock." Instead, Vincent sets his eyes to the north of their humble camp in old Pennsylvania, following an irresistible pull. What is he searching for? Who is calling to him from every shadow? And why is she so... sad? Vincent will find that Death is not always the end. Trigger warnings: profanity, suicide ideation, drug abuse

Genre: Action & Adventure

The War of Cats and Dogs: An Epic Tale Like You Have Never Read Before! (Myths, Legends and Stories from Portugal) by Miguel Carvalho Abrantes (1 Review)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

You can finally read the story of the War of Cats and Dogs! Available in English for the very first time, this is an unusual story of cats, dogs, betrayals, journeys, love and the strangest war the world has ever seen. It all starts very simply - a cat and a dog meet in a kitchen floor - and then, as this epic poem goes along, you get to follow both sides of the conflict until they finally meet in the battlefield for an immortal war like no other. Whether you are a lover of dogs or cats, or you are simply looking for an atypical book to read, this is certainly a never-before-seen adventure which you will not forget for the rest of your life! Who will win this war, cats or dogs? Whoever it is, this is an epic tale like you have never read before!

Genre: Fantasy

Lightning Strikes: The Healer Book One by A.B. Marie (112 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

Angela Miller is a small-town vet... who also happens to be a shifter from an even smaller pack in Prescott, Arizona. After her parents disappeared, she's decided to try to figure out her own life in her own way. A human man derails those plans and she finds out some shocking information after figuring out she's now pregnant. One - he wasn't human and Two - he may be involved with the missing shifters all over the world... including her parents. Instead of sticking around, she moves to the other side of the country and focuses on her true secret and distances herself from humans - she's a healer. And no one can know. Her best friend and his parents follow along for the ride, and hopefully life can only look up from here. Right? Lightning Strikes, an 82k word novel, is the first book in The Healer trilogy. This is a reverse harem, meaning the main character has more than three love interests and doesn't have to choose. Why choose, anyway? This book is intended for readers over the age of 18. There may be triggers for sensitive readers, including, strong language, mature adult content, and situations. Also includes: shifters, fae, gorgeous men, and adventures. Enjoy! Edits submitted: 2/10/2022

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Eternity's Escape (The Karl Lark Chronicles Book 1) by Erik Lange (12 Reviews)    Price verified 39 minutes ago

Book one in the Karl Lark Chronicles series. Contemporary urban fantasy horror fiction set in 2015. Escapist thrill ride, sci-fi thriller, and mystery mashup. If Sherlock Holmes, Indiana Jones, and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea made a baby... www.erik-lange.com Thomas Davies is a bachelor working in the rare book business from his comfortable London flat. When a consulting opportunity at the British Museum goes horribly wrong - ending in bloodshed and a cover-up - he is suddenly thrust into the services of the terrifying, yet fascinating, Karl Lark. Unsure if he's been rescued or kidnapped, the only thing Davies knows for certain is that the single alternative to declining Lark's offer is an unpleasant demise, and that death at the hands of Lark may be the least of his worries. The enigmatic Lark and his mysterious organization are apparently beholden to no one. Operating in the shadows, with seemingly limitless means and technologies that should not exist. Davies soon learns that the world holds more secrets than he ever thought possible. And embarking on a daring, globetrotting mission to rescue a figure of legend, the unspeakable evil that opposes them is far greater - and far more ancient - than anything he ever imagined...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

What's it gonna be, Captain?: The Belerophon and the Crystal Sphere by Whitney Preston (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Join us on a Star Trek -like frolic through space with a fascinating crew of aliens and humans alike, as they share adventures and romance along the way. "What's it gonna be, Captain?" is what the team of captains, the glamorous and stunning Captain Jenivah Stavah, and the enigmatic Captain John Braxus Cainon, say to each other when ever their next adventure is about to start.The first in a series, "The Belerophon and the Crystal Sphere" with some hard science with some magical and mythos elements passing thru in a universe with some revenants from a time before, a hate older than space has lingered and seeks to manipulate and destroy the space-faring races. A star base explodes, and everyone set off in a race to intercept and gain access to the science abroad this strange vessel. New races and weapons are encountered, till they finally come to an uncharted and unexplored planet in the center of a giant Nebula, where they meet another race of beings, zombies from an ancient space war, a haunted library recording their every move in a living breathing history book.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Dead Lake (Tricky's Tales Book 1) by Miranda Kate (Purple Queen Publishing) (20 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

This is the first in the series of Tricky's Tales - the second, Unsailable Sea is out now! Sometimes it pays to be Tricky An eviction. A stolen gemstone. A hidden network. Will retrieving her precious obsidian get Tricky killed? " A wonderful story to rival those of Robin Hobb and Phillip Pullman." Amazon reviewer "Miranda Kate has crafted a thoroughly believable magical world, and a protagonist that you'll want to be your best mate." Michael Wombat, Author of The Raven's Wing "You'll be bewitched and beguiled by Tricky and left wanting to spend more time with her. An elemental, paranormal fantasy with bite and attitude. I can't wait for more." Lisa Shambrook, Author of The Seren Stone Chronicles Damn and blast! That rancid piece of excrement, Carter, has had her ransacked out of Clancy! Tricky returns to her cottage to find it turned upside down. An action that means she's got three days to leave the district or face punishment. Randolf Carter, head of the district, is spreading lies and suspicion about her kind, making life difficult. But it wasn't just an ordinary ransacking - they were searching for something. Using her gifts, Tricky traces the energy left by the men and spies another creature's energy among it: a jackdaw. Swift and wily, it's pinched her precious gemstone, a piece of black obsidian. But at whose bidding? Communicating with birds is a rare ability and she knows all who possess it. Tricky wants her stone back, but coming up against people like Carter won't be easy, especially when he's got one of her kind in his employ. But she'll handle it, oh yes she will. She'll just have to be careful and a little bit tricky. Good thing she is then, isn't it? Adept at working with energy and time as well as communicating with trees, Tricky is lured into something bigger than ownership of a gemstone, and finds out that sometimes it pays to be a little bit tricky. Tricky's Tales are a series of dark paranormal fantasy novels set a few hundred years ...

Genre: Fantasy

A Christmas Tale (The Pepper and Longstreet Mysteries Book 3) by J.T. Lewis (51 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Christmas seems ruined for Pepper Jones. A loud party is not the way she wanted to spend Christmas Eve with her friends. Telling Jacob Longstreet of her predicament, he works a little magic to bring the spirit of Christmas back to Pepper. Check out this heartfelt story that takes you back in time to a Christmas in the trenches of the Civil War. Part of the Pepper and Longstreet Mysteries series.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

City Whitelight by John McKenzie (4 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

City Whitelight was published in 1986 by Mainstream Publishing, Edinburgh and paperbacked the next year by Fontana, London. It was adapted by the author as a Monday Night Theatre on BBC Radio 4. City Whitelight is an explosive novel set against the process of social breakdown in an archetypal city - a city without any real place in geography or time, in a world which has become accustomed to eruptions of urban discontent. The surreal inner city environment created in the novel has obvious modern connotations. Centrum, the area at the centre of John McKenzie's nightmare city, has over a period of time become encircled by a band of derelict wasteland, edged with wire and prowled by wild, savage dogs. Within the physical and economic decay of this inner city area, a plague had sprung up causing the ghetto to be completely isolated from the rest of the city... or so it seems. Jackie Whitelight becomes the leader of a youth gang in an effort to ease his attempt to flee from the city altogether. But his instinctive need to escape conflicts with his desire to help the Inner City when he discovers, during a foray into the Outer City, that a massive extermination programme is planned. He then encounters Gisler, the grotesque and obese ruler of the Inner City, and the Poison Maker, a dealer in drugs and a man of messianic delusions... City Whitelight is a novel of vivid characterisation written by a gifted Scottish storyteller. It is also a nightmarish, apocalyptic vision.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Juno Contingency by K.L. de Vries (5 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Blocking out the sun with an orbiting shade. Sentient smart bombs. Steampunk space travel in a submarine. Astronauts exploring the geodesic dome of the known universe. Quantum mechanical consciousness. This is a collection of 21 original plot summaries for "unwritten" novels, each a full science fiction story with settings, characters, twists, and development. If you sometimes read the plot summaries of books before you buy them, then this is the novel for you: it's all the interesting ideas without any of the tedium. Some of the stories' teasers: • "The Juno Contingency": Jupiter threatens to ignite into a second sun and decimate life on Earth. With world governments sluggish to respond to the catastrophe, a scientist and a venture capitalist begin developing the necessary solutions themselves. • "Farther than Dreams": A base of industrial era scientists works to develop wonder weapons to defeat an invading force that hopes to purge technology. • "The Clockwork Heavens": Three astronauts undertake a mission to be the first to reach the geodesic dome that encloses the universe. • "In the Dark of Noon": A scientific expedition to Io encounters unexplained phenomena during the daily two-hour eclipses. • "The Lives of Bombs": A scavenger unearths a sentient, unexploded bomb leftover from World War III, long after the end of the nuclear conflict. • "In Ageless Days": The all-female passengers of a generation ship uncover strange disturbances to their static environment. • "The Obsidian Shaeth": An advanced magical civilization undertakes its first voyage to another planet in the hopes of discovering new sources of magic. • "The Beholding Eye": Scientists work to uncover the function of an ancient alien device that is found buried within the Himalayan mountains. • "The First Dead President": A young politician fights the trend of deceased billionaires uploading their personalities to digital immortality upon death. • "The Depth of Gray": A ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Dragon's Due by Phillip M. Locey (Elisahd Books) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Essafah, the Raja of Zarway, has finally come into his own. With the death of his beloved father, Essafah has ascended to the throne and is deeply in love with his new wife, Keyfa. But trouble wears a silk veil, and shows up to court in the form of his banished ex-wife, Khalimeendra. Khali has taken up with the Raja's younger brother and will do whatever it takes to exact vengeance on Essafah and claim rulership over the kingdom for herself. This includes brokering a deal with a mighty dragon living in the nearby desert. But can Khali deliver what she promises, and can a dragon really be trusted? Find out by reading "The Dragon's Due"!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Until Morning Comes: A Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Thriller (A Carlie Simmons Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Book 1) by JT Sawyer (819 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Like strong female protagonists? Check out the Carlie Simmons Zombie-Thrillers and see why fans are calling it an exciting new take on the genre. Secret Service Agent Carlie Simmons began her day surrounded by trusted colleagues in an inter-agency shooting competition in Tucson. It ended with a staggering body count as the world around her unraveled from a deadly virus. With her mission to extract the President's daughter from the University of Arizona gone awry, she must choose between her sworn duties and her moral obligations to others as the city is overtaken by roving packs of flesh-eating mutants. If she and her small group are to survive the night and find a way out of the ravaged city, she will have to summon all of her training, mental prowess, and tactical abilities. The first book in a five-volume series by JT Sawyer.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

A Glimmer of Uncommon Fairy Tales by Elizabeth Klein (4 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

A collection of unknown, untold stories that will stir the souls of fairy tale lovers everywhere. Each tale is carefully woven together with a silver thread of starlight and a sprinkle of magic, with the golden melody of music from the Boy with the Nightingale's Voice. Will Leo Byrd, a reckless but valorous Whistler, save the kingdom with his superlative voice? Through the forest, a magical procession is witnessed by a boy who later receives a mysterious and dangerous message. What became of the orphan girl who ate too many apricots and left none for anyone else? When Coira discovers where Einor, the fisherman, goes at night, she is gripped with an all-consuming desire for vengeance. Siblings seek revenge for past injustice, and wield their wiles against an undeserving ruler. Using lies and deception to get what you want isn't advisable, especially if you cheat a shrewd witch. There's definitely more to the old egg who stops to share his sad tale at the bus stop. The customs of Palatia are indeed strange with all the Princesses and tests. But not if it's all in the rules. A timid mermaid finds love and courage, which help her escape her life-long fears. When a swarm of rats overcome the town of Hamelin, who do the townsfolk call? The Piper, of course. Captured by a dragon, two siblings are challenged to guess its name, or suffer the consequences. A messenger and a princess, embroiled in a tale of mistaken identity, seek to reveal the truth. But what if no one believes them?

Genre: Children's eBooks

The Trouble with Podoks: A fast-paced, humorous, first contact science fiction adventure featuring aliens with edible tails (Podok Tales Book 1) by Chet Novicki (100 Reviews)    Price verified 59 minutes ago

Oh, no! They've kidnapped my Podok friend and they want to CHOP OFF HIS TAIL!! Unfortunately for Podoks, those strange aliens from the planet Pode, their edible tails are the tastiest and most-expensive food items in our galaxy. When his new Podok friend is kidnapped for his valuable tail, Roger Denton, Assistant Professor of Off-World Cultures at the Pacific Institute of Technology in Honolulu, blames himself, for it was his suggestion of a late-night outing that led to the kidnapping. Now, with wily kidnappers, an uncaring police department and time working against him, Roger must locate and rescue his Podok friend before that friend's tail ends up a delicacy in a local meat market. A funny and extremely fast-paced adventure with likable characters, set in Hawaii in the year 2111. American English. Complete story, no cliffhanger, 67,000 words. If you like adventures with lots of laughs, you'll really like this! Don't miss out on the fun. Get it now!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Reality Testing (Sundown Book 1) by Grant Price (78 Reviews)    Price verified 59 minutes ago

"A rip-roaring cyberpunk novel... it's definitely science fiction, but it's frighteningly plausible." -The San Francisco Book Review Welcome to Berlin. Population: desperate. In the throes of the climate crisis, the green tech pioneers are king, and if you aren't willing to be their serf then you're surplus to requirements. Carbon credit for sleeping on the job. That's the offer a dreamtech puts to Mara Kinzig, and she jumps on it. After all, the city ain't getting any cheaper. Then somebody changes the deal while she's dreaming in the tank. Now Mara has a body on her hands, an extra voice in her head, and the law on her tail. Only the Vanguard, a Foreign Legion of outcasts seeking an alternative path in the dust between the city states, might be able to help her figure out what went wrong. First, though, she'll have to escape the seething streets of Berlin alive.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Random Man: A Superhero Novel (The Heliotrope Diaries Book 1) by A.R. Maxwell (92 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Every year on his birthday, 17-year-old Randy Regal wakes up with a new superpower. Unable to control his powers and tired of hurting the people he loves, Randy finds himself at the chronically underfunded Western Academy of Super Police -- a small school buried deep in the bottom of a secret canyon. At WASP, Randy forges fierce friendships, confronts dangerous enemies, and must out-perform his rival (without falling in love with her) in one explosive, redemptive school year.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Eris by Draven Aurora (6 Reviews)    Price verified 59 minutes ago

In Eris, Draven Aurora twists a narrative of humor, horror, and heart to bring to life a world where ghosts are less haunting than the death of one's humanity. Ami Antolik wants what most 24-year olds want: a sense of purpose, a better career, and to stop reliving the deaths of the ghosts around her. Twelve years after the ghosts appeared, Ami is working at a coffee shop and avoiding the entities who mistake her for one of their own. When a cult's botched attempt to sacrifice Ami leads her back to her childhood best friend and first love, Kaleb, she discovers a dark secret about herself that may be the world's undoing. And, when the ghosts shift from being a nuisance to becoming a danger to society, Ami must decide if she wants to uncover her forgotten past or if she's willing to let the whole world go to hell to escape it.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Shores of the Dead : Book 1: The Rising by Josh Hilden (92 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

THE SHORES OF THE DEAD BOOK 1 - THE RISING (Novel) The world ended in less than a day. An ancient evil relegated to the most ancient myths and legends has returned. The dead rise to consume the flesh of the living, and only the lucky and the strong can survive the initial onslaught. In the chaos and horror, three groups of survivors must come together and unite against an army of the dead. An army led by a dark priest and his human followers looking to find the key to opening the barriers between worlds and turning the Earth into a true realm of the dead.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Old Woman Who Created The World (The Imagined Realm Book 1) by Robert Burke (1 Review)    Price verified 10 hours ago

The Accursed King has been overthrown, but not defeated. In his fortress city of Imperium, he plots a way back to power with the help of a fanatic soldier bent on using magic to rewrite the past. In the nearby city of Queensrealm, Captain Jaya Neale just wants to be forgotten. A former loyalist in a rebel city, she's forced to confront her sins to save her reality. Her best hope lies with a young woman she considers a nuisance, who may be gifted enough to decipher the magic to create worlds. This book collects the first 27 chapters of Robert Burke's Kindle Vella series, The Imagined Realm, published from August to October, 2021. A world of adventure is reborn here...

Genre: Fantasy

Far Haven: A Quest for Certitude. A Fight for Justice. (The Windflower Saga Book 3) by Aleksandra Layland (4 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Part III of the inspirational epic fantasy Windflower Saga trilogy, Far Haven is set in a time not now and in a world not of our own. Far Haven is the main content of The Far Haven Treasury, which was a medalist in the Florida Authors and Publishers Association President's Book Awards. Centuries have passed since the Kingdom of Kimbria became a crowned republic. Peace and prosperity foster its entrance into an age of scientific discovery and early industrial development. Even so, pirates and crime rings continue to operate throughout the region, and injustice still rears its ugly head. A man sick in body, mind, and spirit stands on the deck of a steamship approaching the southern coast of Kimbria. He's traveled far to come here. Disgraced and dishonored in his own homeland, convicted of a crime he can't even remember, he's lost any hope in his future. All he can think of now is silencing the screams he hears in the nightmares that disturb his sleep. Married by proxy and in name only to a widow he's never met, exiled from all he holds dear, he can't imagine that the rugged cliffs before him might lead the way to love, healing, and justice.

Genre: Fantasy