A soldier prays for a mentor to train him to be a hero... what he gets is the dark sorcerer who killed thousands of them. Gideon Halcyon is a young man who wants nothing more than to save his people from the hordes of Hell. Demons and cultists run roughshod over his home, slaughtering and sacrificing to a trifecta of fallen angels on the cusp of destroying the kingdoms of Man. Gideon is helpless in the face of extinction itself......until he meets Ashkelon.Coming from the Void beyond the world, Ashkelon alone survives the world he left in ruins. Cynical and ruthless, the last lord of the Everlasting Dark seethes with millennia of hatred, and his cursed sword Acherlith shrieks with the last screams of a thousand failed heroes.Ashkelon makes Gideon an offer – to train him to be a hero of the Light beyond the failures sealed within his blade, a peerless warrior to exceed even the exacting standards of the Dark. Reluctantly, Gideon accepts and is thrust into a world of infinite cruelty under Ashkelon’s black fist where the slightest misstep will see him just another scream in the murderer's black blade.As Hell consumes the hopes of Man, a hero is forged in darkness. Read it today.

Review "Armed with a spiraling, action-driven plot, wickedly entertaining characters and bloodthirsty prose, this ambitious novel hums with sinister intent. The immersive nature of the writing and the impossibly high stakes of the story make it impossible to put this book down in the middle of a chapter." -Self-Publishing Review"In Darkness Cast delivers an exciting story of good vs evil following strong characters to thought-provoking thematic conclusions." -Periapsis Press?"Complicated mythology...graphic battle scenes...intriguing narrative. A blood-spattered fantasy that features several strong characters." -Kirkus Reviews"...the writing is vivid in its descriptions of horrors and the battles against them. Shuerger's story explores what it means to be a hero..." -Indiereader From the Author I am a Marine, and I wrote this novel for my Marines. Every man and woman that joins the United States Marine Corps is an idealist. No one joins the Marines for college, benefits or healthcare; they join because they want to be Marines. But I found, in the course of my enlistment, that Marines tend to lose that idealism. They lose it fast. The Marines that I knew were hard, fatalistic cynics who had lost faith in God and country. Then Marines get out of the Corps, and they lose the brotherhood that we had as we all spread across the country.In my opinion, this is why veterans kill themselves at the rate of 22 a day, and I want to try to put some brakes on that process. I listened to the anger, disappointment and bitterness of my Marines, and combined them into a character that would respect and express their experience, Ashkelon. Ashkelon fights against the Light of his world, demanding that it prove itself worthy. In a climactic battle against Avalon's armies, Ashkelon...wins. Left with nothing but the ashes of innocents and heroes falling through his fingers, Ashkelon refuses to believe that he is the most powerful authority in the universe. He cannot be all there is. So he launches on a search to find a hero capable of countering the Darkness within him, and bring it to justice.It is at this point that he encounters Gideon, the idealist. This young soldier has not yet had the naïveté beaten from him, and Ashkelon sets about training him to be a hero that a bitter champion of the Dark can respect.Shades of Black is the story of their journey together, as the idealist learns the harsh reality of the lifetime of war awaiting him, and the cynic sees the resilience of the idealist and begins to long for that again. About the Author Jonathan Shuerger is a Marine Corps veteran and author with a passion for telling stories and making people laugh. His first book, The Exorcism of Frosty the Snowman, was released in 2017. He lives in Tucson, AZ, with his wife and three daughters, who moonlight as domestic terrorists in their free time. Jonathan war-games, DMs tabletop RPGs, and slays it at Smash Bros. and Mario Kart, like every dad should.

A broken girl.An immortal race.A secret world hidden in the shadows.A new school, a new life...it's what Cara's been dreaming of.After years of teasing for the bizarre things she sees, a fresh start is just what she needs. But a mysterious voice in her head is not part of the plan.The voice belongs to a Pyx, an ancient species, hidden from most humans...but not from Cara.She would love to ignore the voice, especially when more of them join in, but the Pyx are insistent. All over Portland, they're disappearing, and it's hard to ignore a plea for help when it seems to be coming from her own beloved pet dog.If Cara decides to follow the voices, the secret world of the Pyx won't be the only thing she finds lurking in the shadows.THE IMMORTAL VOICES is a clean, contemporary YA fantasy series full of whimsy, real and relatable characters, strong friendships, and magical creatures, perfect for fans of modern young adult urban fantasy with mystery and adventure, plus a hint of romance!Collection includes:SECRETS of Green & GoldSHADOWS of Green & GoldRHYS – An Exclusive Novella

Nothing is trickier than the truth.All Loki the trickster god of Asgard wants is a peaceful life where he's free to stir up a bit of harmless mischief. But when he's struck by a painful vision of blood, ash, and death, he knows his fun has run out.Refusing to have his life obliterated by some stuffy prophecy, Loki feels he must save Asgard. Except the gods stand in his way. They don't trust the God of Lies—which means his only hope is to return to Odin, the man he wished to forget thanks to their complicated history.When Loki meets a mortal woman, his plans hit a snag.Sigyn is stubborn and quick with a blade. She also, inexplicably, possesses a divine element found only in a god.He never expects their bond to be the very thing fulfilling the prophecy threatening all their lives.Forced between honoring his blood oath with Odin or protecting the woman he loves, Loki will discover that the only thing crueler than truth are the lies behind everything he believes. ...And some truths, once told, make monsters of us all.

'The perfect book to curl up with, whether beach or fireside. I absolutely loved it!’ Celia AndersonBook editor Lucy Thomas has just inherited her grandmother’s windswept Cornish home, and with it, a library bathed in sunlight, a spiral staircase that leads to secrets, and a battered box filled with unfinished stories…To honour her grandmother’s last wish, Lucy must finish what was left undone – and discover the magic hiding between the lines.Filled with warmth, whispers of magic, and the irreplaceable comfort of books, The Secret Library is for anyone who knows how one story can change everything.–PRAISE FOR AMANDA JAMES:'This was an emotional and heartfelt read and had me invested from the start.' ?????'A thoroughly uplifting enjoyable read that will certainly leave you feeling better with the world. Amanda James always seems to write intriguing, sensitive books with that touch of magic and The Midnight Bookshop is no exception.' ?????'To appreciate the book fully you have to leave any preconceived ideas at the first page and open up you mind to a magical world.' ?????'This is quite an intriguing and magical story of fantasy and realism [and] in many ways, is a complex novel about relationships and Amanda James successfully weaves magic with realism to create a potent tale in an unforgettable way.' ?????'The book underscores the importance of community and self-reflection, especially in a time when many people feel isolated or overwhelmed.' ?????'This book had me rooting for all three of them and didn't disappoint.' ?????'[Amanda James’] writing so beautifully captured all the emotions throughout the novel.' ?????'Those who enjoy [magical realism] are going to love the fairytale aspects of this charming, well-written book with its uplifting message and sweet romance.' ?????'The Secret Library – A place where everything is possible — even the impossible.’ Christine Stovell

If you like character-driven stories packed full of worldbuilding, epic battles and original magic, with deep POV and high stakes, then get ready for your next book hangover with this binge-ready bundle!This Box Set doesn’t just contain The Crown of Stones Trilogy. It holds an epic fantasy adventure that transports you to a shattered land in need of rescue, an immersive reading experience that drops you into the mind of exiled soldier Ian Troy: a man born with an addiction to magic, living in a world where magic is reviled, and its users are enslaved.Feel this dark saga come to life as you journey through war-torn Mirra'kelan and meet its ever-evolving cast of characters, all struggling to survive and find their own path to peace. You’ll cross realms divided by years of conflict, molded by secrets and lies, and governed with dark intent. Learn their tangled history. Unearth the lore. Navigate the twists and turns, as friendships are put to the test and love straddles the line of hope and tragedy. Discover the true origins—and the danger—of the ancient Shinree’s powerful magic.Travel with Ian as he returns to the past to save the future, crossing time to solve the mystery of The Crown of Stones, his true connection to the artifact, and the role it played in shaping all their lives.Included in this Box Set:Magic-Price (Book 1)Magic-Scars (Book 2)Magic-Borne (Book 3)Sneak Peek at The Wandering Isles (Soulbound Journeys Book 1)

Allie Carmichael has spent her life on the outside.People don’t like her. They don’t want to get close.And she’s never known why.Until she’s ripped from the only life she’s ever known.Thrown into a hidden world where nothing is freely givenwhere power is forged through brutal training, secrets are guarded, and survival means learning fast.For the first time in her life, she isn’t alone.The people who take her in don’t fear her.They train her. Push her. Protect her.And among them is Aidan—Infuriatingly confident, always one step ahead, and far too interested in her for reasons he won’t explain.He trusts her before she’s earned it.Protects her before she understands why.And no matter how hard she tries, she can’t seem to stay away.But when the pain hits, it doesn’t just hurt.It awakens something inside her.Something ancient. Powerful. Deadly.This isn’t weakness. It’s power.And it tears through her without warning—violent and nearly fatal.When it’s over, there’s no denying the truth.Allie is Immortal—and her power has just made her a target.A secret organization is hunting Immortals—destroying them before they can grow strong enough to fight back.And if they find her, she will be next.To survive, she’ll have to learn fast.Master abilities that could destroy her from the inside out.Figure out who to trust in a world built on secrets.And stay one step ahead of an enemy that never stops.Because the deeper she’s pulled into this hidden world, the clearer it becomes:Power comes with a price.And Allie’s may cost her everything.And Aidan?He’s already chosen her.Even if she hasn’t chosen him.The bond forming between them could tie their lives together in ways she can’t escape…or deny.? Perfect for readers who love:Friends-to-lovers with delicious slow-burn tensionHe falls first and hardest, she falls laterFated bonds with an emotionally intense romancePower awakenings & transformation arcsDark academy settings & hidden supernatural worldsFound family with deeply layered bondsTwisty, character-driven fantasy with real stakesThe completed Immortals of Indriell seriesRecommended Reading Order:Emerge (Book 1)Edge (Prequel — can be read before or after Book 1)Catalyst (Short Story)Judgment (Book 2)Scholar (Companion Novel)Volunteer (Short Story)Captive (Book 3)Assignment (Novella)Heir (Book 4)Betrayal (Book 5)Runaway (Book 6)Proving (Book 7) Start the Immortals of Indriell series with Emerge and step into a world where power binds, secrets unravel, and nothing comes without a cost.