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Dive into the spine-tingling realms of horror and speculative fiction with “Shadows and Echoes,” a masterful anthology that weaves together twenty-nine short stories and two exclusive novellas. With nearly 180,000 words of haunting narratives, this collection is a treasure trove for suspense enthusiasts, where the boundaries of horror blend seamlessly with sci-fi and post-apocalyptic visions. In “Shadows and Echoes,” each story transports you to a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinarily terrifying, and reality is twisted into unimaginable realms. Experience the dread and ...

I'm a Fate witch, which qualifies me to become queen of the Royal Covens, assuming I can survive the final trial. Sarina's dying breath took all of the men in my bond and cast them beyond time and space, trapping them in alternate worlds that only my power can cross. Their fate is in my hands, and I'll have to tap into my power now more than ever to get them back into my arms where they belong.

An Affinity. Most humans never get one, but the Goddess gives everyone the opportunity when they turn 16. With an Affinity, humans are given access to their internal energy and skills. Magical powers that allow you to interact with the world in ways you could never imagine. When Terrence receives his Affinity, he is shocked to discover it has never been seen before within the kingdom. Worse yet, his Affinity reinforces the thing he was made fun of for his entire life.

In the eerie silence of the suicide forest, Samuel awakens, alone and disoriented. Surrounded by the dense fog of mystery and a chilling absence of life, he finds himself in a desolate parallel universe, a place where reality crumbles and nightmares come alive. As Samuel ventures deeper into this forsaken land, he encounters a relentless pack of wolves and a devouring cloud that erases everything in its path. The world around him is unraveling, a macabre tapestry of the surreal and the terrifying, where the rules of nature no longer apply. His only allies in this nightmarish realm are Major...

“Are you feeling sorry for yourself again?” a male voice teased, filtering into the room as the Dark Mage walked right past my wards. “Go away, Hendrik,” I growled. Hendrik stepped out of the shadows as he peeled off his coat. “I could use another session,” he said, grinning as he gave the offer to spar a double-meaning. “Last time was a mistake,” I snapped as I went back to the vampire stake I was working on. I sliced my dagger over the tip, sending a tendril of wood falling to the ground. “We’re just being influenced by the demon.”

Undead Tales: Fifteen Thrilling Zombie Stories is the audio version of the new zombie anthology, published by the best-selling authors, J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon. Get it now and start listening!

When Gaston splits the tribe and convinces Seren to join him, Jonah must lead the remaining Elk despite the constant threats on the road to Eliz. But all is not what it seems in the land of the winter ruins. Invaders from the north have secretly traveled south as well, forcing Jonah to risk everything to save his clan and his family. From best-selling authors J. Thorn and Glynn James comes Dustfall, a new postapocalyptic series chronicling one man's challenge and his epic quest to save what remains of humanity.

I've taken everything from the wolves. Their magic. Their pride. Their alphas. But now I wish I could give it all back. Fulfilling my role as the Moon Guardian has brought a new force to this world, one that might even be worse than the wolves.

As the war escalates, Jonah faces the greatest challenge of his life. With the unification of the clans and their survival on the brink of collapsing, and with enemies closing in from all directions, he must face the darkest threat in this thrilling conclusion of an epic adventure.

My fourth is a freaking vampire? Xavier is cocky, overzealous, and way too hot for his own good. He’s just what I need to stop my nightmares from coming to fruition, except he's telling me that I'm not supposed to stop the future from happening. I'm supposed to fulfill a dark prophecy. One where I'm the Queen of Hell, turned into a vampire, and I save hell itself from being destroyed.

Into the Everwood, Prep's Dungeon Dive is here! Closing towards the end of Prep, Terrence and his team are now working harder than ever to Rank Up and progress in their Affinities. When an old acquaintance decides to stand in their way, will the team be able to deal with the threat? Packs of monsters will stand in their way, but will their fellow students be their most significant burden to overcome?

Zombies, reapers, and more monsters. In a world where so many dark things go bump in the night, terror awaits around every corner as these authors take horror stories to the next level. Discover ghosts, demons, and your worst nightmares. Read at your own risk. Featured stories by C.L. Hart, Mae Thorn, S.E. Reed, Kristen Argyres, Barend Nieuwstraten III, Demi Michelle Schwartz, Adele Liles, C.L. Storm, Benjamin Kurt Unsworth, Desirae Gracyn, Rob Nisbet, Anwen Redlake, Kat Craig, Gabriella Balcolm, Lianne Robinson, David O'Mahony, Andrew J. Lucas, Binod Dawadi, Daniel DiQuinzio, Arwyn Sherman...

The Valk swarm and the Cygoa assault the Elk in a violent attempt to wipe the T’Yun descendants from the land. Jonah must find his family and unite the clans as Seren returns with a technology that could decisively end the war. From best-selling authors J. Thorn and Glynn James comes Dustfall, a new post-apocalyptic series chronicling one man’s challenge and his epic quest to save what remains of humanity.

When the Blackout arrives, Dax Harper finds himself alone and fighting for survival on the chaotic streets of New Orleans. He is on the run, desperately searching for his estranged sister as the riots intensify. An unexpected encounter with his ex-girlfriend thrusts Dax into a leadership position - one he's not sure he can accept. As the hours pass, the city floods, pitting Dax in an epic battle against time and a mysterious new enemy threatening the future of humankind.

In the heart of a decaying city, where the air is thick with the scent of rot and despair, Samuel and Lindsay find themselves trapped in the newest iteration of the reversion. Beyond the veil of reality, they stand on the precipice of an apocalyptic world overrun by an undead army, led by the formidable and malevolent Kole—Samuel’s own brother. Their harrowing odyssey takes them through a labyrinth of crumbling streets, where the line between life and death blurs. The decaying urban expanse becomes a treacherous battleground, a place where the dead walk and shadows speak. As they ...

The tournament finals are starting, and the group's hard work has finally paid off. Fierce fights await, but they've proven time and again that they have what it takes to push through the pressure. They've trained, they've Ranked up, and they're ready. But when a catastrophe hits, no amount of hard work could have ever prepared them.

Publishing veteran and best-selling author J. Thorn reveals his proven system for writing delicious scenes based on his legendary "Supercharge Your Scene" challenge successfully completed by thousands of authors. This tight yet comprehensive book teaches you what you absolutely must know about writing snappy scenes, whether you're a plotter or pantser, short story dynamo or lifelong novelist, rock star indie or a trad pub professional. Developed from decades of classroom experience and used to revise millions of words, Thorn teaches you how to use simple tools to master your craft.

It's always darkest before the dawn. As New Orleans continues to burn and the flood waters rise, Dax Harper must get his band of survivors to safety. The dark forces overrunning the city need him - for reasons explained by the enigmatic voodoo priest, Papa Midnight. But as the situation deteriorates, Dax will have to dig deep to save himself, his loved ones, and his beloved city.

In the haunting expanse of a decaying desert wasteland, Samuel finds himself once again at the mercy of the reversion—a relentless force that reshapes worlds and defies the boundaries of reality. Plucked from a dying world, he awakens in this desolate realm where darkness reigns and peril lurks in every shadow. With fragmented memories slowly piecing together, Samuel discovers he is not alone in this cycle of destruction. He joins forces with newcomers Jack and Lindsay, each battling their own demons, as they embark on a treacherous journey toward redemption. Their destination: the ...

Dungeon diving around the continent, Terrence and his team will face their greatest challenge yet as the Goddess makes herself known. Earned strength and new Skills between them, will their collective power be enough to meet Her will? Elsewhere, the war rages between kingdoms Prost and Tamber, with the King getting weaker by the day. Tom has seen enough death as he strikes his way through the enemy, eager for it all to end.