Fantasy

In the climactic sequel to Wild Sorceress and Besieged Adept, sorceresses Aetria and Coleni discover that both their own births and the history of their world have been manipulated in secret by an ancient, powerful race of dragons. Some, like Aetria's "imaginary" childhood friend Rajii, have benevolent intentions toward humanity, while others want to restore the people of the Domains to total slavery. All, however, have their own agendas with human beings and mortal magic as pawns. Emerging fro... more info>>

On the night of his journey into manhood, Colton Falcon's destiny is revealed through his grandfather. He sees a beautiful dark-haired woman standing on the edge of a cliff, waiting for her true love. Through the powers of his grandfather, Colton is transported back in time. He witnesses the lives of two warrior brothers on a mission to bring justice to the untamed land. During their countless battles, they cross the path of Cheyanne, the mysterious woman by the cliff, and make the ultimate sac... more info>>

Enjoy five haunting tales: The Guardian by James Mascia Dying doesn't necessarily mean the end. When Bobby Barnes wakes after being killed in a horrible car accident, he finds himself staring into his own cold and lifeless eyes. Even knowing he's dead, only one thought goes through his head: Where's his girlfriend? The Victorian by Teresa Leigh Judd Elizabeth had lived in the old Victorian alone for many years so she was happy when a realtor brought a young couple to see the house. However, t... more info>>

Since 1978, Chelsea Quinn Yarbro has produced about two dozen novels and numerous short stories detailing the life of a character first introduced to the reading world as Le Comte de Saint-Germain. We first meet him in Paris during the reign of Louis XV when he is, apparently, a wealthy, worldly, charismatic aristocrat, envied and desired by many but fully known to none. In fact, he is a vampire, born in the Carpathian Mountains in 2119 BC, turned in his late-thirties in 2080 BC and destined to ... more info>>

What do you do with someone who is spoiled, incorrigible, and too used to having his own way? Answer: Transfer him to a world that is backwards, puzzling, dangerous, and just might hold the key to immortality. Thrust between religious zealots, a curious dungeon keeper, an out-of-place, controlling female from his own people (who can't seem to let well enough alone), and a populace that literally stinks--literally--he has to find out how it all ties together. Only what he seems to be doing is pu... more info>>

Sometimes you have to go back home. The classic Sean Stewart novel, a 2000 New York Times Notable Book and the World Fantasy and Nebula Award Finalist. Elena Beauchamp used magic the way other people used credit cards. Now she's dead, and her daughters Toni and Candy have a debt to pay. Set in modern-day Houston, Texas, this is a funny and moving novel of voodoo, pregnancy, and family ties. While Toni sorts out the mess that Elena left behind, she must also come to terms with her childhood and ... more info>>

He is dreaming tonight... Sometimes, the only way to escape a doomed existence is to dream yourself into a world where salvation is possible. It is such a dream that leads a commoner named Maladrid into the heart of Dominhydor: an uncommon world fraught with war, magick, and a destiny he never expected. "Maladrid" is the first book in "Tales of Dominhydor": an epic series certain to capivate hearts, minds, and inspire anyone who dares to dream.

Enter into a kaleidoscope of atmospheres, landscapes, characters, and alien worlds, and along the way meet: * A murderer forced to confess by pressure from his own confederates; * A monstrous creature that slaughters ruthlessly by day, and that by night?dreams; * A psychic vampire with a curiously restrained taste for fine chocolate; * An alien with the inexplicable ability to create beauty?and death; * A world whose polluted environment means extinction for one species?and life renewe... more info>>

Unwise: An innocent princess, a romantic dream that's truly reality and--destruction. A fairy tale about an innocent princess who believes what happens to her is a romantic dream. She has no idea the dream was a reality with consequences that will threaten her very life. How can she save herself and those she loves? Excerpt: She had never once ventured into the forest. The gloom in the woods approached the dark of night. Terrified, unable to see, she crouched low on her mount's neck, hoping to ... more info>>

Every worst case scenario has occurred -- nuclear war, global warming, mass species extinction -- to name but a few. Clusters of scientists survive and their advanced technology becomes something else -- Magick. Over many centuries, absolute corruption sets in as they realize that they can do anything -- any fantastic idea or desire can become a reality. A thousand years after the Cataclysm, in the Pacific North-West, the successor races of man eke out a bare existence. Some successor ... more info>>

Kiera Lunatier is on the run. By human and Lycan standards, she is a murderess, though her target was the man who killed her brother. In the violent, secret world of Lycan society, vengeance was her right, and though her Pack Leader forbade it, she could not quell the bloodthirsty nature of the wolf. Kiera was a Huntress, that rare female with the innate abilities and skill that made her equal to the men in her Pack. Pack Master Amris Grey was haunted by the visions of Kiera from their meeting a... more info>>

Lillian feels the magic around her. She even sensed when two men came through to the human world. One man believes Lillian's death is the only way to save the world. The other only wants to love her, even if her life forever changes existence.

Carole isn't entirely human, but doesn't quite believe it. After all, it's not that unusual to talk with pigs or have rubbery bones. If only she could convince her foster-father to leave the horrible Murtz family farm and find work elsewhere, Carole is certain their lives would improve. Catapulted into a peculiar and dangerous quest, she fights werewolves, dines with faeries, battles dragons, and talks to pigs. Never in her wildest dreams would she have suspected that her freakish abilities are ... more info>>

Akana, a priestess of Atlantis, gives a glimpse into the rituals and practices of her daily life and loves. She journeys through her other lives in the distant past and future, eventually revealing the crucial role she came to play at the end of the existence of the mythical island of Atlantis.

Attempting to escape one's past can have devastating consequences. Ask Tavin Sylvain, who is trying to forget all about the abuse he suffered at the hands of the trolls six months earlier. Ask Kitiara, who would like to escape her sordid past in Kartonn, where she was known as the Princess of Pleasure. Or ask King Jansson van Tannen, who would like nothing better than to keep his family intact and not have to face the possibility of losing one of his own beloved children to fate. When th... more info>>

For the first time in many centuries, someone without any magical talent is born on the island of Loh. Expelled from the academy of magic, Lethe Welmson seems doomed to become an outcast. Then Matei, one of the seven most powerful wizards of the Realm of Romander--the highmysters--discovers an evil force that threatens the existence of the islands of the realm has returned. No magician in Romander, no matter how powerful, can vanquish this threat--the coming of colorless magic. What is needed is... more info>>

A millionaire haunted by a demon consults a fortuneteller, a sideshow performer is captured in a horrible spell, a Hollywood producer cheats the wrong man, a cuckolded husband is invited to an odd dance and then there is that strange clown by the side of the road in Kansas? To many people, the experience of theatre is akin to the mystical experience of religion--the transformation of the human being into a deity--all occur as much with the smell of greasepaint in one's nostrils as with incense. ... more info>>

Umbrosus's epic journey continues as he enters the grand Tournament for the Crown in an effort to obtain the last of the godly artifacts. Ultimate power is within his grasp and only a final confrontation between him and the gods will determine the fate of Jhyan.

A hundred years ago, a treaty joined the seven provinces under a king and created a system of equal justice for nobles and commoners. The Sisters of Astraea were proclaimed the Judicators of the land, because they could tell truth from lie. Each Judicator has been selected by one of the god Naga's golden vipers that can sense truth and falsehoods. Now many nobles want to go back to being above the law. DUKE CHANEY is using this discontent to raise an army against the king and the judicators. ... more info>>

A love as rare--and precious--as a desert rain. Marrin Levy needs a man. Not to have children. Her husband gave her three before he died--along with a failing homestead and crushing debt. What she needs is a strong back to help her wrest a living from the harsh, desert planet of Lujawed. She's sent away for a field-husband to take over the hard labor, nothing more. She never expected the devastatingly handsome, forever-young Seveeran, Keane Delacore, would fit so easily into her family's life.... more info>>

Vampire lovers Mia and Kurt are on the run from their Forbidden Science rival Gaius Lupus. After narrowly escaping the implosion of Genpath Laboratories, Immortyls Mia Disantini and Kurt Eisen go into hiding in a place they think is safe. All too soon they are discovered, and Kurt is captured by Gaius. When he's rescued with the aid of feral child and teen vampires known as sewer rats, Mia witnesses first-hand the charismatic spell her lover casts over these would-be revolutionaries, who vow to... more info>>

"Mother Ocean Daughter Sea Strength Unchanging Strengthen Me" The Shari'a are an ancient race. They are un-warlike and they are ruled by their shamanic witches. The Allemanii are more recently arrived in their locale and are both awed and made fearful by the magical powers of the witches. After generations of peaceful coexistence, a cataclysm occurred out of nowhere and the Allemanii turned on their neighbors and hosts, slaughtered most of them and scattered the survivors. Suddenly, to be a Sha... more info>>

An evil power has been set loose upon the peaceful land known as Great Germaine. A tryant is stealing the life force of fairies, unicorns, dragons, and others, harnessing it, changing its purity into a devastating power in order to rule the land with an iron fist. Balthazar Despot has made it his goal to elimate all mystical creatures, and with each victim, he grows more powerful. During their summer vacation, while visiting their father, Ricky and Alyssa Randall are transported to the foreign ... more info>>

Talithia is governed by its Guardians, enormous black panther-like creatures who communicate telepathically. People in the surrounding kingdoms fear them, led by an evil queen who covets their rich land. After bitter fighting, in which Arnon, a peaceful farmer, emerges as a leader, the Talithians realize they will never have peace if they remain. With the Guardians, Arnon lead his countrymen to refuge offered by a sympathetic king. They cannot remain, for King Orontes faces his own problems. But... more info>>

What if?you discovered you had the ability to read minds? What would you do with that power? On Christine Carpenter's first day of her sophomore year at Thomas Jefferson High School she makes a startling discovery. She can hear peoples' thoughts. After convincing herself she's not going crazy, Chris must learn to control her amazing mind-reading ability. Using her power she quickly realizes her crush, the captain of the football team, is also blessed with a special ability. She is soon sucked ... more info>>