A fragile peace teeters on the brink of collapse; new players threaten the colonial world order in this award-winning debut historical fantasy novel.Damien Flynn is going to die. And it’s going to happen because he finally stood up for what’s right.After years of observing and taking part in the enduring corruption and oppression of the Ricchan people, Damien Flynn’s conscience wakes. He pushes for the Ricchan right to a vote, for control of their own destiny.He soon learns that bleeding hearts don’t make for good politics, exchanging quills for shackles. Former friends and colleagues sentence Damien Flynn to death for treason.With time running out, Damien Flynn only has one chance, one opportunity for survival, and it comes from one of the most unlikely sources.Victoria Montgomery, the reluctant leader of an army composed of little more than ragtag criminals and vagrants, must make a change. And in Damien, she sees the catalyst to bring about the full-scale rebellion her people need to flourish. He is the key to bringing about a legitimate revolution that may have the strength to succeed where past attempts have failed.All she need do is gamble on the unknown, gamble on the strength of Damien’s morals and convictions and hope that she’s judged him well, less the entire rebellion is forfeit.Victoria and Damien must unite to save Riccha from Braiton’s control.In order for this revolution to succeed, these two seemingly unlikely partners must believe in each other. A tough task when they barely even believe in themselves.Amidst the horrors of war, the cruelties of betrayal, and the unleashed wrath of long-held grievances, the righteousness and convictions of humanity will be tested like never before.Will the courage and resilience of the oppressed be enough to overcome the tyranny of their oppressors? Or will the flames of conflict engulf everything in their path, leaving nothing but destruction in their wake? In this epic tale of struggle and survival, the fate of a world hangs in the balance.Set in a richly imagined world of fantasy and history, this award-winning novel is a gripping tale of revolution, betrayal, and redemption. With its unforgettable characters, thrilling action, and poignant themes, it will captivate readers. Don’t miss out on one of the most exciting fresh voices in historical fantasy.Award-winner: 2021 Royal Dragonfly Fiction: New Author2nd Place: 2022 Storymonster Scifi/Fiction AwardsB.R.A.G. Medallion HonoreeFinalist for the 2019 OZMA Fantasy Fiction awards, Chanticleer International Book Awards

A cursed prince. A gifted translator. An ancient book that may be his only chance at freedom.Isabella “Bella” Rinaldi has a rare gift: she can translate ancient texts written in long-forgotten languages. But when her father’s ships are destroyed and their home is burned to the ground, Bella’s life is upended. Forced to start over in a small countryside village, she brings with her the one treasure she could not leave behind—an age-old book filled with cryptic symbols and arcane magic she has never been able to decipher.Prince Leopold lives under a terrible curse. By day, he is a reclusive royal. But with every full moon, he becomes something else entirely—a beast bound to a fate he cannot escape. When he sees the mysterious book in Bella’s possession, he believes it may hold the key to breaking the curse once and for all.He hires Bella to translate it. But as they work together, danger closes in, time runs short, and the pull between them becomes impossible to ignore. Because some curses demand more than magic to break. They demand trust. Sacrifice. And a love powerful enough to survive the darkness.For fans of magical curses, slow-burn romance, beastly princes, enchanted books, and fairy tale retellings with a dark twist, Once Upon an Enchanted Castle is a lush Beauty and the Beast reimagining filled with forbidden magic, ancient secrets, and the healing power of love.

"An enthralling blend of history and fantasy . . . A masterwork." –The Historical Fiction CompanyTo some, Lily was just a beautiful little girl. To others, she was a freakish albino who ate live chickens in a freak show. Charles Darwin called her his impossible girl and tried in vain to classify her. P. T. Barnum called her his angel and tried to take advantage of her.But the creature Barnum thought to turn into a money-making feature attraction is neither girl nor angel. She is something other, a species of unimaginable abilities, with the power to destroy-or save -our world. The power is hers alone, but only the strange blood coursing through her veins will decide when and how to unleash a power she struggles every day to control.From the cold, barren shores of Tierra del Fuego and the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle to the bustling crowds of Victorian London, Lily's story-and her quest-unfolds in a thrilling historical fantasy for all ages from award-winning author Len Boswell.

The most powerful necromancer in the world is tired of being the bogeyman under the bed.After realizing the stage is the perfect place for monstrous misfits like himself, Achille “Bones” Bonaparte creates the Second Chance Circus. But the local baron would rather see Bones and his undead troupe killing the kingdom’s enemies instead of killing it onstage.Can Bones and his newfound friends prove their magic is better suited for clowning than conquest? All they have to do is juggle some demonic bargains, wrangle a couple misplaced body parts, and put on one hell of a show.Fans of Legends & Lattes, Beware of Chicken, and Dead Tired will love this bubbling brew of progression fantasy, overpowered main character comedy, and slice of (un)life.

About the Author Ryan Tang is a five-year veteran of the esports industry, working from 2013 to 2018 as a journalist and analyst. He founded goldper10.com, a top Western esports site from 2014-2016. His articles averaged 6 million page views a year across a three-year time period. After selling his website, he began writing novels. His books reflect his longtime experience in the esports industry and his love of fantasy and mecha anime. He graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 and doubles as a high school water polo coach in the California Bay Area.

A trader of secrets. A king's demise before his time. The dragon god threatening to consume the world...In a city divided by schemes and treachery, Airene the Finch is a penniless commoner scraping a living through a trade in valuable secrets. Despite coming from a debt-ridden family, she has claimed a sliver of notoriety through her relentless ambition and ingenuity.But Airene has always yearned for more. She wishes to be a Verifier of Truth, part of an ancient order that uncovers corruption at the highest echelons of society. She longs to bring justice to an unjust world.So when her nation's figurehead ruler dies under suspicious circumstances, Airene seizes her opportunity. Her search for the truth behind the ruler's death will bring her into conflict with outlaw sorcerers, underground societies, corrupt politicians — and far deadlier dangers.Can Airene uncover the plot and stop the forces behind it, or will the price of victory be too high to pay?Whispers of Ruin is the first book in the epic fantasy series The Famine Cycle. Perfect for readers who like political intrigue, hard magic systems, awakening gods, and seedy medieval cities, or love books like The Lies of Locke Lamora and Mistborn.Read the complete trilogy today!

Sweet treats, friendly service, and a proprietor who's not afraid to be a little devious to do the right thing. Welcome to the Pobyd Perfections Bakery.Magical baker Lillie Dean has moved to the idyllic town of Silverkeep in search of a fresh start. Magic is once again legal, and Lillie's ready to show the world what a pobyd (a creature with a penchant for baking delicious sweets) can do unfettered. But Silverkeep is in an uproar, with the magical creatures who'd fled the queen's reign returning to find their homes occupied by the nonmagical who'd been invited to fill the nearly-vacant town. To make matters worse, Lillie's just received a letter threatening to reveal her mildly-villainous past if she doesn't pack up and leave.Lillie's not one to blink in the face of a threat, nor is she going to take a note like that lying down. There's an entire town full of suspects, including Julian Globe, the son of Lillie's landlord and the owner of a rival bakery, who isn't too pleased his father's bankrolling his competition. But who would know about what Lillie did in Lower Pigsend, and why would they want her to leave?A Drizzle of Magic is the first book in the Pobyd Perfections Bakery Cozy Mystery Fantasy series.Note: While A Drizzle of Magic is set in the same world as the cozy fantasy mystery series The Weary Dragon Inn, it isn't necessary to have read that series first.~The Pobyd Perfections Bakery Series includes:A Drizzle of MagicA Splash of ArcanaA Dash of SorceryA Smidgen of ChaosA Sprinkle of TreacheryA Dusting of AlchemyA Coating of ConjuringA Glaze of TrickeryA Dollop of SpellworkAn Icing of WizardryPraise for The Pobyd Perfections BakeryWinner, Spotify Top Indie Audiobook 2025, A Drizzle of Magic????? "A cozy start to a new series from one of my favorite authors!" - Amazon Review????? "If you're coming here after the Weary Dragon Inn, congrats! You'll love this series too (though you totally don't need to read that one first)." - BFT Reviews????? "This book was delightfully cozy and had allllll the feelings I wanted" - Bookish Baker