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Previously published as "The Bloody Slipper" by Arla Jones. Magic meets mayhem in a kingdom gone completely… offline. A fairy tale… with a modern twist! When a mysterious sleeping curse sweeps through the kingdom, it doesn’t just put royalty to bed—it stops coffee makers, cars, and every gadget in its path. Chaos reigns as the modern world falls under a spell no one saw coming. Prince Charming must step up in a way he never imagined. With a mystical beast at his side, a band of fiercely loyal dwarfs, and a sprinkle of fairy dust, he must navigate this enchanted—and suddenly very ...

An enchanting cat academy! In a whisker-twisting adventure, a curious human girl joins forces with feline friends at the secret Underground Cat Academy to thwart a diabolical dog scientist plot that threatens to turn humans and cats into floating balloons forever. Will they succeed, or will the dog scientists' purr-ilous plot pop their chances?

A dragon has taken her form. A knight has taken a vow. Only love can break the curse. Lady Minerva, a noblewoman of rare beauty, is trapped inside a monstrous dragon by a dark, ancient curse. Her hand blackened from the touch of the dragon stone, her human mind struggles to hold on as King Arthur’s kingdom teeters on the edge of chaos. Sir Lionell, the knight whose heart she captured, must risk everything to save her. Armed with a Naiad’s tear, a strand of fairy hair, and the eternal fire of love, he must infiltrate the dragon’s lair, survive the beast’s fury, and restore her ...

When the pumpkins fail, so does the legend… For centuries, Ichabod Thorne—the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow—has maintained his fearsome reputation with perfectly carved jack-o’-lanterns. But this year, disaster strikes: a mysterious blight wipes out every pumpkin in town. Forced to settle for butternut squash and decorative gourds, Ichabod becomes a laughingstock on social media, and his supernatural union teeters on the brink of having his haunting license revoked. Enter Cassie Mae Holloway, a plucky agricultural scientist determined to save the harvest—and a reluctant ...

Forbidden love. Instalove. In a twist of fate, Lyra, a state-raised ward, receives a decree from the emperor to eliminate the ambassador's son. But when encountering her target, she unexpectedly falls for the charming stranger from the planet Hiddes. As she navigates this deadly mission, Lyra must choose between her duty and her heart. No smut, just high-stakes adventure, and forbidden love!

A short story of love and death - mortal and immortal. When Lord Allhallowtide, master of the unknown, lays eyes on Constantine, he's ensnared by her beauty and courage. Constantine's life is forever changed when she catches the eye of the enigmatic Lord Allhallowtide, ruler of a mystical realm. As their love deepens, she must confront the mysteries of his world and the darkness that lurks within, all while facing the ultimate question: will their love be strong enough to transcend the boundaries between life and death?

Explore the Infinite: The Starbound Worlds Compendium Embark on a journey through the vast expanse of the Starbound galaxy with this comprehensive compendium. Discover ancient histories, mysterious alien species, and uncharted planets, all meticulously detailed and richly illustrated. From the intricacies of space exploration to the complexities of intergalactic politics, this definitive guide covers everything you need to know to navigate the wonders and dangers of the Starbound universe. Whether you're a seasoned space traveler or just starting your cosmic adventure, this compendium is ...

Scarred but unbroken, Emma embarks on a perilous journey to California in search of a new beginning. With a deadly viral disease leaving her with physical and emotional scars, she must confront her past and brave the unknown. Join Emma on her transformative adventure as she discovers the power of resilience, courage, and the possibility of finding a love that looks beyond the surface. Can she find love in the Wild Wild West?

In the mystical underwater realm of Sharkapulco, a young heir to the kingdom, Sabrina, embarks on a journey to uncover the secrets of her fairy godmother Eufemia's past. Her godmother's birthday is soon, and she wants to find something special to give her. With the help of sea-fairy friends and a wise sea witch godmother, they must navigate treacherous waters, and ancient magic to save the delicate balance of the ocean's depths.

Matteo, an aerospace engineer, returns home after working on a recovered spacecraft, expecting a sense of accomplishment. However, an unsettling feeling gnaws at him, and he can't shake the sense that something is amiss. Despite a reassuring doctor's report declaring his health normal, Matteo's unease persists. As he succumbs to exhaustion and drifts into sleep, Matteo awakens to a reality beyond comprehension. No longer in his own body, he finds himself inhabiting the unfamiliar form of another being. Bewildered and disoriented, he discovers the shocking truth: his body has been hijacked ...

In the untamed heart of Texas, a missing man and a ruthless thief will test her courage—and her heart. When Boston socialite Susan Walton learns her maid’s fiancé has disappeared in cattle country, she risks everything to find answers. Her search leads her deep into the rugged frontier, where lawlessness reigns and whispers of stolen herds and cold-blooded murder haunt the plains. Enter John Stanton—a brooding rancher with a shadowed past and a stubborn streak as wide as the Texas sky. Though their worlds couldn’t be farther apart, Susan and John are forced into an uneasy ...

What would you give to survive? Zelda gave everything. Zelda thought the circus was a place of wonder—but it’s a cage. Targeted by the infamous Snake-Eye, her only chance for survival is the mysterious Alder. But his “help” comes at a terrifying cost: transformation into a living doll. Trapped in a ragdoll body, Zelda’s freedom—and her very humanity—hangs by a thread. Only Eli can save her, but Snake-Eye’s vigilance and Alder’s dark motives make every second a fight for her life. In a world of magic, shadows, and deceit, can Zelda reclaim her body and her destiny… or ...

Más allá de las arenas del caos La oscuridad que creían haber enterrado vuelve a surgir... Cuando un murciélago vampírico interrumpe la celebración navideña de un embajador, los hermanos arqueólogos Lillian y Jack Stiller saben que su pesadilla está lejos de terminar. Los orígenes de la criatura los llevan de regreso a la tumba de Dina, la antigua diosa egipcia a la que creían haber derrotado. Mientras se enfrentan al implacable desierto y desentrañan los secretos de la tumba, se encuentran con una nueva y siniestra amenaza: los alemanes, impulsados por un hambre insaciable de ...

The Librarians meet The Dresden Files! When the stars align, the sea gives back its dead. An ancient curse has doomed the descendants of the tyrant King Ursa. With the celestial convergence, his undead army rises again — ruthless, unstoppable, and hungry for blood. Librarian Victoria Ashburn is the first to uncover the prophecy hidden in dusty archives. But as the dead sweep across the coast, she and her estranged husband, Mark, realize the curse may be tied to their own family line. Are they the key to stopping Ursa’s army — or the last heirs of his evil bloodline? From forgotten ...

A skeleton rises from the sand… and only the Ashburns can stop it. After two children uncover a mysterious skeleton on the beach, Victoria and Mark Ashburn are called in to unravel a centuries-old witch’s curse: “Finders keepers.” Racing against time, they face ancient magic, cryptic riddles, and deadly forces. Can they break the curse before it claims more lives? Perfect for fans of Jim Butcher, Dean Koontz, Katherine Neville, and James Rollins.

Lord Ackley's grand estate is on the brink of collapse, burdened by debts that imperil his family's legacy. In a last-ditch effort to save his home, he makes a Faustian bargain with the formidable Duke Manchester, trading his daughter's hand in marriage for a lifeline to solvency. Aislinn, Lord Ackley's beautiful daughter, is oblivious to the dark forces driving her family's fate. She's swept off her feet by the charming Duke Manchester, but their love is forbidden, and the consequences of discovery are deadly. As the Ackley family's secrets begin to unravel, a sinister presence lurking ...

Love is a Tough Match! Picca, a reluctant cupid apprentice, would instead soar solo than play matchmaker on Valentine's Day. But when she's tasked with the impossible - making the stubborn and gruff Erwin Grumpwell fall in love - she must rise to the challenge. Success comes with wings, and failure comes with forever being nobody. If Picca succeeds, she'll earn her wings as a full-fledged cupid. But if she fails, she'll remain a demigod forever. As she navigates love's complexities, can Picca capture Erwin's heart and secure her own destiny? Or will love prove to be her ultimate trap? ...

Santa Claus has had enough of mischievous elves wreaking havoc at the North Pole. Banishing them to the bustling streets of New York City, these rogue elves find themselves in a world far removed from the snowy serenity they once knew. Struggling to adapt to their newfound urban surroundings, the misfit elves hatch a devious plan to sustain themselves—stealing food and toys from unsuspecting homes. With a stolen truck as their makeshift headquarters, the naughty elves embark on a spree of festive thievery, leaving a trail of chaos in their wake. Can the spirit of the season prevail over ...

Some legacies are older than time… and deadlier than man. The pub on the corner of Fenwick and Harwich Street has a rule: first pour at midnight. No exceptions. When the pub closes at midnight, and the cask beneath the bar finally opens, Liam Carey inherits something he cannot name and cannot refuse. It lives in his chest like a second heartbeat — patient, ancient, measuring everything. It does not want his obedience. It wants his conscience. But inheritance has a cost no one told him about. The gold creeping into his eyes is only the beginning. And somewhere across the city, a man ...

They said it was the finest dining experience in the world… but some meals come at a cost. At the exclusive Meaty Magic resort, guests are promised indulgence and decadence. Behind the gleaming kitchen doors, however, a far darker secret simmers: the animals and crops served are the products of radical genetic engineering, altering not just the food but anyone who consumes it. Guests begin to vanish—or return changed, their bodies and minds warped into something inhuman. Journalist Walma West and survivor Mika Asser must uncover the horrifying truth behind the engineered cuisine before ...