When a dragon finds an assassin sneaking into his lair, he tells her of his life's work and his soon to be final chapter.---For the past thousand years, the dragon Vakandi has watched the people of Vakfored grow from a wandering band of refugees to a glorious city of art and magic. Under his protection, the city has survived monsters, floods, and wars all without building an army, dam, or even a wall. But time changes everything and now the citizens of his beloved city want him dead.Vakandi spends his last day telling his assassin why he loves them, and why it's his time to die.---Readers who love dragons will get their fill with the most lovable dragon. A quick standalone fantasy read that will entertain those who love a bit of soup with their story."It had a cozy and slice of life feel at times and then bam - epic action! It was so good and the dragon had the perfect voice for the stories it told."—P.M Hammond"Vakandi has been added to my list of favorite dragons. The Sunset Sovereign is a great book for fans of subverted tropes and complex characters."—Witty & Sarcastic Bookclub"I'm happy I found this. Best short story I've read in a while. Well done."—Astrowoud

She was never meant to have magic. Now she’ll risk everything to get rid of it.Arie spends her life preparing to rule her kingdom one day—until she develops a forbidden ability to hear thoughts. This Gift isn't just dangerous, it’s a death sentence. If anyone discovers she has Jinni magic, she could lose her crown... and her life.When a ruthless king threatens to force her into marriage and expose her secrets, Arie has no choice but to run. Her only shot at survival lies in finding a Jinni powerful enough to take back the magic that should've never been hers. But when her path collides with a handsome thief chasing the very same Jinni, she’s dragged into a daring castle heist where hiding the truth becomes nearly impossible.He wants revenge. She wants her freedom. Neither planned to fall for the other, but now this charming Jinni hunter might be her only hope.The Stolen Kingdom is a no-spice romantasy Aladdin retelling and the first book in a complete four-book series filled with mythical creatures, magical heists, forbidden power, and slow-burn romance. If you love clever heroines, charming thieves, and fairytales with a twist, this enchanting adventure will steal your heart.THE STOLEN KINGDOM SERIES READING ORDER:Book 1: The Stolen Kingdom: An Aladdin retellingBook 2: The Jinni Key: A Little Mermaid retellingBook 3: The Cursed Hunter: A Beauty and the Beast retellingBook 4: The Enchanted Crown: A Sleeping Beauty retellingTHE QUEEN'S RISE SERIES (a trilogy in The Stolen Kingdom Universe)Book 1: The Secret GiftBook 2: The Secret ShadowBook 3: The Secret Curse

Now an Amazon #1 Bestseller Winner — High Fantasy, 2024 American Fiction AwardsShe was born to burn.He was built to endure.Together, they will bring the gods to their knees.Anwyn has been hunted since the day her elven magic revealed itself—wild, unpredictable, and forbidden. Gunnar was forged in war, shaped by duty, and bound by a dwarven code older than kings. Their bond is outlawed. Their path, cursed.But when an empire tries to silence prophecy, something breaks.And when Gunnar chooses her over honor, the first god bleeds.They were never chosen.They were made to be forgotten.But fate remembers what it owes.As ancient powers rise, kingdoms fall, and every oath demands a price…love may be the final betrayal. For readers of John Gwynne and Ryan Cahill, who want god-killing prophecy, and war-forged love Start Elven Blood today—your next obsession begins here. Praise for Elven Blood Gold Medalist, Literary Titan Book Awards (2024) Winner, Dark Fantasy – Firebird Book Awards (2024)? ? ? ? ? “Stanley brings his intricate world vividly to life.” — Literary Titan? ? ? ? ? “Fierce, romantic, and immersive—I felt like I was playing D&D inside a myth.” — PaladinPNW? ? ? ? ? “Forbidden love, fallen gods, and battles that punch you in the soul.” — Plot Sponge