M.K. Ahearn

In a world divided by elemental abilities, four kingdoms have rarely known peace. Koraine always dreamed of seeing the world, and escaping the confines of Morwen, the water kingdom she grew up in. Finally that wish was coming true. Except at a price. She was being forced to marry the prince of their rival kingdom, Abelon the kingdom of fire. Bellamy always knew one day he would become king. He spent every day trying to prove himself as prince to a father with impossible expectations. Never once had he questioned the king's demands. Until his marriage was announced. Being forced to marry a nobleman's daughter from his rival kingdom had never been a part of his plan. With war on the horizon, the pair must first survive the months of traditions leading to their impending marriage. The more they resist and try to fight the inevitable, the harder they find it to deny the feelings buried deep in their hearts.

Rae is a skilled thief, willing to complete any job for the right price, that is until one job does not go according to plan. After coming face to face with a deadly and powerful prince, Rae has made a bargain that thrusts her into the center of palace life and fighting to save a kingdom she is not even sure she has much faith in. Gavriel is the Royal Prince of Apricus, set to rule the kingdom one day, that is if the shadows do not rise again and tear it apart, driving them into a never-ending darkness. Alongside his twin sister, Rory, and loyal friend, River, the three work tirelessly to find a solution that will end the shadows for good. Their prayers seem to be answered when they are forced into a bargain with a criminal: Rae. Together the group races against time to locate a long lost ancient artifact that just might be the key to saving their kingdom. The only problem is after 17 years of hiding and building their forces, the shadows are also on the hunt and they are seeking revenge. Will the group be able to beat the odds and find a crown that may only exist in legends before it is too late?

Soleil, a spirited human, dreams of breaking free from the confines of her ordinary life and the expectations of her father. Yearning for both love and freedom, she stumbles upon a world she'd thought to be a story. Jax, a mysterious half-demon, harbors secrets and alluring magic from this world. Their worlds collide on a fateful Halloween night, sparking an undeniable connection that neither can ignore. After one whirlwind night Jax is cast back into his world, promising to meet Soleil a year later. As Soleil and Jax navigate the treacherous paths between their realms, their bond deepens, challenging the boundaries of love and destiny.

Be brave and journey into the unknown with 'Out of the Cauldron: A Fall Fantasy Collection,' where strange delights await in the shadows. This book is a feast for the mind, with over 500 pages and 24 unique stories that will leave you spellbound beneath the moon's watchful gaze. Amidst the falling leaves, lose yourself in heartwarming coziness or heart-pounding adventure as the darkness descends around you. Gather 'round the cauldron and join this haunted revelry. Let the spirits guide you through tales of romance, magic, mystery, and adventure on this Halloween's Eve. The hour is late, and the creatures beckon. Are you ready? With stories from many notable authors including MK Ahearn, Benjamin Luke, J.N. Kindig, Neena Laskowski, Caleb Robertson, Nikkita Bell, Paige A. Cook, Yvanka Maria Guia Rebelo, Ashley Earley, Kelsey McCullar, S. Frasher, Belinda Kroll, E.F. Watson, Amber Toro, Kate Korsak, Audrey Steves, B.L. Talley, Emma Steinbrecher, Danni Grace, Valerie Aethra, Rhia Stewart, Ky Venn, Emily Blackwood, and Effie Joe Stock.

Perfect for fans of the show Criminal Minds and Navessa Allen’s Lights Out. It's been 3 years since the Coastal Killer has claimed a victim. Lenore Calder threw herself into her work 3 years ago, as a historian at Briarport’s local museum, and never looked back. Aside from her day-to-day tasks, she uses her resources to continue her research on the infamous Coastal Killer, hopeful that one day the victims will see justice. When the cold case draws an FBI agent to town, Lenore can’t pass on the opportunity to see this project through till the end. Agent Winston Beck has dedicated himself to the FBI and bringing killers to justice, until everything goes wrong. One mistake, and his world comes crumbling around him. When a cold case has new leads, he takes a temporary leave from Quantico to follow the trail of a killer no one has seen in years, seeking justice and redemption. Forced to accept each other’s help, Lenore and Agent Beck cannot ignore the tension that grows each day. Tracking down a killer that seemingly left almost no trace, the two find themselves falling for each other. Will they be able to put feelings aside to catch the killer before the trail goes cold once and for all? If you Tattooed menFBI romancesgrump x golden retrieverTension and banterNew England settingThen Aftermath is for you!