The Hand of the Sun King

Author: J.T. Greathouse

Category: Horror & Paranormal

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Deal starts: October 04, 2025

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“Brilliantly told and immediately engrossing, filled with magic, mistakes and their merciless consequences.” —Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

Wen Alder was born into two worlds.

On his father’s side, a legacy of proud loyalty and service to the god-like Sienese Emperor spanning generations. And it is expected that Alder, too, will follow this tradition by passing the Imperial exams, learning the accepted ways of magic and, if he serves with honor, enhancing his family's prominence by rising to take a most powerful position in Sien—the Hand of the Emperor.

But from his mother he has inherited defiance from the Empire, a history of wild gods and magic unlike anything the Imperial sorcerers could yet control. It began when his spirited, rebellious grandmother took Alder into the woods and introduced him to her ways—ways he has never been able to forget.

Now, on the verge of taking the steps that will forge the path of his life, Alder discovers that the conflict between the Empire and the resistance is only the beginning of a war that will engulf both heaven and earth, gods and man—and he may be the key to final victory for whichever side can claim him as their own…

Praise for The Hand of the Sun King:
“Sublime prose and pin-sharp characterisation combine to produce a captivating epic of conflicted loyalties and dangerous ambition.” —Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling author

“An original fantasy filled with magic and culture, the story of a character torn between two names, two loyalties, and two definitions of good and evil.”—Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of Spine of the Dragon

“The Hand of the Sun King is a masterpiece. ... J.T.’s writing is as smooth as silk; this is world-class modern fantasy with delightful undertones of the classic fantasy epics.” —Scott Drakeford, author of Rise of the Mages

“The Hand of the Sun King is an outstanding debut novel with very well-conceived world building and an excellent, original magic system, and twists that will keep you reading late into the night and guessing until the very end.” —Michael Mammay, author of the Planetside series

“Well written, thought-provoking and enjoyable, The Hand of the Sun King is an impressive debut novel that left me eager for more.” —Lisbeth Campbell, author of The Vanished Queen

“A great debut novel.” —SFFWorld

“A spellbinding debut with terrific characterisations, immersive world-building, and prose that swept me away ... hands down the best debut of the year. Scratch that; this is one of the best debuts I've ever read.” —Novel Notions

“Exquisite ... Greathouse's characterisation, his prose, and worldbuilding are an absolute triumph.” —The Fantasy Hive

“An excellent mix of classic and modern fantasy with a grimdark undertone of despair.” —Grimdark Magazine

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Crow Investigations (Books 1 & 2)

Author: Sarah Painter

Category: Horror & Paranormal

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Deal starts: October 03, 2025

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Discover the new star of magical London with the first two books in the bestselling Crow Investigations urban fantasy mystery series.Omnibus edition includes: The Night Raven and The Silver Mark--Book 1: The Night RavenMeet Lydia Crow...Lydia has always known she has no power, especially next to her infamous and more-than-slightly dodgy family. Which is why she carved her own life as a private investigator far away from London.When a professional blunder forces her home, the head of the family calls in a favour, and Lydia finds herself investigating the disappearance of her cousin, Maddie.Soon, Lydia is neck-deep in problems: her new flatmate is a homicidal ghost, the intriguing, but forbidden, DCI Fleet is acting in a distinctly unprofessional manner, and tensions between the old magical families are rising.The Crows used to rule the roost and rumours claim they are still the strongest.The Silvers have a facility for lying and they run the finest law firm in London.The Pearl family were costermongers and everybody knows that a Pearlie can sell feathers to a bird.The Fox family... Well. The less said about the Fox family the better.For seventy-five years, a truce between the four families has held strong, but could the disappearance of Maddie Crow be the thing to break it?--Book 2: The Silver MarkLondon is Lydia Crow’s city so when a man is found hanged under Blackfriars Bridge, she takes it personally.Driven by her desire to improve her fledgling P.I. skills and an innate sense of justice, Lydia investigates. Even when it seems as if the Silver Family might be involved, Lydia refuses to back down.The Silver Family, who run the finest law firm in London, have a gift for persuasion. In the Bad Old Days it was said they could make a man jump off a roof by convincing him he could fly. But that's all in the past… Isn’t it?Everybody wants something from Lydia: Her Uncle Charlie wants her to join the infamous Family Business, her ghostly flatmate wants her to test her power, DCI Fleet wants a relationship, and the Silver Family want her to keep her nose out.Trouble is, Lydia has never been much good at taking orders. And London in a heatwave is a dangerous place to be...--Discover this exciting paranormal mystery series from bestselling author of magical fiction, Sarah Painter, today!Praise for the series:'I'm a huge fan!'Charlaine Harris, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels‘My favourite new urban fantasy series, clever and twisty and deliciously magical, with a shivery sense of wonder that feels utterly grounded in its London setting. Perfect for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Genevieve Cogman or Robert Galbraith!’ Stephanie Burgis, author of Snowspelled and Masks and Shadows'All my favorite things together- mystery, crime, a sassy female PI and a Magical underworld going on right under Londoner’s noses.' A.L. Michael

Reborn

Author: Aiden James

Category: Horror & Paranormal

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Deal starts: October 02, 2025

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In the heart of Savannah, Georgia, lies the Solomon Brandt Plantation, a spanking piece of suburban sprawl with a sordid past.

When an amnesiac bearing this cursed name stumbles into town, he’s immediately drawn to the haunted antebellum and also to a Hoodoo practitioner who converses with spirits—and to her gorgeous green-eyed niece, Desiree McClinton. A descendant of the Brandt slaves, Desiree sparks emotions in Solomon—the likes of which he’s never known.

On the one hand, Solomon wants to know his hidden secrets—but curses run deep, and he’s not entirely sure he’s prepared for the horrid truth.

But when crippling night terrors begin seeping into real life, threatening his budding relationship with Desiree, Solomon is determined to save the hearts?and lives?of the women he cherishes most.

But will the bloodthirsty Solomon of ages past reign once more in the modern era? Can a tainted soul truly be redeemed?

What Readers are saying:

????? “Terrific story! I absolutely love this book. I wasn’t quite sure if this was going to be my kind of book or not but the description had me intrigued! The authors did such an amazing job with the main character. I felt his emotions as he felt them. All of the characters are written very well and are all relatable. The story itself grabs you right from the first paragraph and is so entertaining, action-packed, and has so much mystery going on, it was difficult to put the book down. They leave the story ending on a cliff hanger so, I can only assume that there’s going to be a sequel. I’ll be trying to wait patiently until that one is released. Great job and congratulations to Aiden and Lisa for such an incredible story! I look forward to reading other work from both of you!” —Amazon review

????? “Engrossing story! When a strange young man suddenly appears on a white horse, naked, the story begins. Who is he and where did he come from? No one knows, not even him. He sees a sign with the name ‘Solomon Brandt’ and tells people that’s his name but people know that can’t be him because the real Solomon Brandt had been dead for hundreds of years. The story unfolds and the mystery of who this man is and where he came from comes to light. It is also the beginning of the terror from his past that’s haunting him. This is the first book in a series and leaves you eagerly awaiting the next book. I do not hesitate in recommending this to my friends and family and all who would like a well-written and enjoyable story.” —Amazon review

????? “The book kept me changing theories as to the what, when, and why of the story. The plot twists and turns, changing direction, keeping up the suspence. I am anxious to read the next one!” —Amazon review

????? “I didn’t stop until I was finished. Great storyline, very charged and with engaging characters. You will laugh and cry and all those other emotions in between. Can’t wait for more!” —Amazon review

????? “Solomon finds himself thrust into an unfamiliar future and is helped by descendants of his former slaves. He braves the confusing world for a forbidden love and faces his worst enemy, himself. The story explodes into action from the very first page, and keeps you entertained throughout to the very last page. The writing is solid and the concept is brilliant. This would make a cool TV miniseries. The way the story ends will drive you crazy... so do yourself a favor and grab the second in the series now!” —Amazon review

????? “What an awesome collaboration of authors! This was very well written and I was drawn into the story right away. I loved the mix of southern history and the paranormal, with just a hint of romance. This was a fun story to read and it kept me wanting more.” —Amazon review

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Spellbound After Midnight

Author: Jenna Collett

Category: Horror & Paranormal

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Deal starts: October 01, 2025

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Magic wasn't supposed to be this difficult...The last spell Tessa Daniels cast turned a woman's hair green. The one before that? Well, she doesn't talk about that one.Debt-ridden and labeled an outcast, Tessa doesn't think things can get worse until a young woman shows up at her magic shop desperate to attend the prince's ball. But when her latest attempt at magic leads to the woman's murder at the stroke of midnight, she finds herself in the sights of a handsome lead detective who thinks she's the main suspect.Determined to prove him wrong and show the kingdom she's more than her clumsy spells, Tessa forces her way onto his case. And as their unlikely partnership shifts from a battle of wills into an attraction neither can resist, a killer lurks in the shadows, waiting to claim her as the next victim.Enemies to lovers, slow-burn romance, and a puzzling mystery. Don’t miss this romantic and thrilling twist on Cinderella!

Womby’s School for Wayward Witches Series (Books 1–5)

Author: Sarina Dorie

Category: Horror & Paranormal

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Deal starts: September 30, 2025

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A magical boarding school. Budget cuts. Missing teaches. A not-so-cozy mystery.You think you know the world of magical boarding schools? Not from a teacher's perspective at a school for at risk youth.This book bundle includes: Tardy Bells and Witches’ Spells, Hex-Ed, Witches Gone Wicked, A Handful of Hexes, Hexes and Exes, and BONUS MATERIAL. Personal Ads for Witches and Thirteen Ways to Tell if You are a Witch are also included in this bundle.Book 1: Tardy Bells and Witches’ Spells (A prequel before Clarissa teaches at Womby’s School for Wayward Witches.)Most of us have faced the fact that an owl will never come with our acceptance letter to Hogwarts. Find out what this teen does to take matters into her own hands. Will she become a witch, even if the price is higher than she expects?Book 2: Hex-EdConsider what would happen if a bumbling character like Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum had been told with the quirky voice of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and she was trying to get a job at Hogwarts.A gang of evil Fae wants to kidnap and enslave Clarissa for accidentally using magic at the wrong place and the wrong time. Clarissa must escape little old ladies in gingerbread cottages, the evil school district psychologist who has always been out to get her, and a hoard of harpies before she can prove to the Witchkin that the bad apple falls farther from the tree that they’d guessed.If she can do this, then maybe, just maybe her dreams will come true and she’ll land that job teaching the dark arts and crafts.Book 3: Witches Gone WickedAs if being the new "arts and crafts" teacher isn't hard enough at a school for juvenile delinquent witches, budget cuts are just as severe in the magic community, administrators are as unrealistic in their expectations of teachers, and the job is a hazard if the students find out you can't actually do magic.As if this isn't enough pressure, she has to figure out why teachers are mysteriously disappearing. If she doesn't, she might be next.Book 4: A Handful of HexesWhen Clarissa finds her mother’s diary outlining her experiments with the Fae Fertility Paradox, she is desperate to uncover the mysteries of her mother’s past that will help with her own magic problems of the present. She suspects this book will solve the feud between Fae and Witchkin.Either that or it will cause an all-out war.Book 5: Hexes and ExesThe ghosts of boyfriends past are haunting Clarissa Lawrence, the most unmagical teacher at Womby’s School for Wayward Witches.When Clarissa’s problems aren’t filled with her exes, they are filled with hexes. Everything in her life revolves around letting go of her past so she can accept her future. Clarissa must save Derrick before the Raven Queen gets him for good, even if it means she must join the dark side to do so.BONUS MATERIAL Personal Ads for Witches Thirteen Ways to Tell if You are a Witch Dear Jezzy: Love Advice for Paranormals