If you have access to the internet, you have access to free books thanks to Project Gutenberg and LibriVox.
Does every have access to the same books? No, the world is incredibly unequal and some of us are way more privileged than others, but that doesn't mean you get to steal from hard working authors.
I also detest this trend of using goodreads to bash an author for their views instead of rating the actual book.
I'd say that I personally would rather pick up a book with the spanish cover, but I think the English Cover is less creepy and dark and thus fits the story better.
Both are way better than the german cover: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07YF52T19/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
It's also completely beyond me, why they changed the title. If they would have picked a german title, i would understand that, but why change it to something in english?
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater, I remember it having a huge hype when it was released and I was super excited but it was just so slow paced, cheesy, annoying that I couldn't even finish it. I hate not finishing a book and usually soldier on and try to finish, even if I'm not enjoying it but this one I just couldn't do it.
If you guys want to check the book out you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Smoke-Mirrors-Young-Adult-Novella-ebook/dp/B07GMZVF72/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1541259548&sr=8-7&keywords=cj+evans
It's also on Kindle Unlimited. If you read it, hope you like it and please drop a review, that would mean a lot! thanks :)
You are fourteen and writing for NaNo. What you write will (probably) suck.
But this is FINE! This is the POINT!
Nano is about getting a flow going. It is about teaching your brain to make words come out.
With this is mind, for this month do not - repeat DO NOT - look for this sort of information. Plot advice etc. Ignore it. Write what feels right for you in the moment.
Write. Write more. Keep writing. Find the fun in it. Don't care if it is good or bad. You will make these judgments on the fly and many of them will be wrong. That's what next drafts and editing and experience are for. Nano is about uninterrupted verbiage.
It is in the months after where you will look back and think 'Wow, that bit was good, that bit was crap, I can fix this bit, I'm not sure what's wrong with this bit'. Nano is where you practice writing so you can look back and learn from what you've done. If you try doing stuff from other people's ideas, you'll miss seeing the errors and genius in your own uninterrupted process. You won't learn.
At least, that's my advice. Someone else may have a better perspective on it. And I'm being a complete hypocrite because I wimped out of NaNo this year and am among the least-disciplined writers I know. But at fourteen, and in NaNo, you should be practicing getting the words out so that you can learn your own style and fix your own issues.
After Nano, go get a copy of 'On Writing' by Stephen King. Leave your manuscript alone for 6 weeks while you read 'On Writing' about five hundred times. Then come back and start the real learning.
Good luck. People have written great books at your age or slightly older. Maybe you'll be one of them. If not, every word you write will get you closer to being the writer you want to be and won't be wasted.
I am old, so come at me with my less than brand-spanking-new recs...
EVERYTHING by Robin McKinley. That's it, thank you very much.
Absolute favorite of hers? And absolute favorite book? Chalice.
"The earthlines speak to Mirasol, but her family has lived in the demesne for centuries, and many of the old families can hear the land. She knows that the violent deaths of the last Master and Chalice have thrown Willowlands into turmoil; but she is only a beekeeper, and the problems of the Circle that govern Willowlands have nothing to do with her—although she wonders what will become of her demesne, because the Master and Chalice left no heirs to carry on their crucial duties. And then the Circle come to Mirasol, to tell her that she has been chosen to be the new Chalice; and the Master she must learn to work with is a Priest of Fire, a man no longer quite human, whose touch can burn human flesh to the bone."
I've seen authors complain over the years that basically anyone can upload books to Scribd. As a result they've found their works uploaded without permission (& obviously aren't getting paid for it).
Then there's the fact that it's incredibly difficult to cancel your membership.
Audible is at least a bit more reputable (or at least as much as company owned by Amazon can be).
Another option to consider is Libro.fm . The model is very similar to Audible but you buy the books & support your local bookstore.
I love Scott Westerfeld, his world building is just fantastic, I'm blown away by the complexity and innovation of each one, and I have become obsessed by every single one of his series so far. Leviathan is my favorite.
Anne Rice has some really weird/kinky erotica/romance. It’s a retelling of the Sleeping Beauty fairytale, so it might be up your alley. It’s definitely not YA/NA though. Link
https://twitter.com/garthnix/status/326214383275487232
> Ebook price sensitivity: Amazon dropping SABRIEL to $1.99 (US only) has propelled it to #1 in Kindle SF/F http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FC13MM
<em>The Sea of Tranquillity</em> by Katja Millay. Along the lines of Speak. The love interest also has issues, it is not a traditional romance, and both characters are amazingly real and imperfect.
Edit: I also really liked Slammed by Colleen Hoover for its twists in the romance and I loved the inclusion of the slams for storytelling.
Is it this one? http://www.bookdepository.com/Fangirl-Rainbow-Rowell/9781250073808?ref=grid-view
Book Depository also lists a different pink hardback edition but it's currently unavailable. :(
Edit: sorry I just realized you said you needed paperback! Perhaps reach out to the author on Facebook? She's super nice and has sent me signed book plates for my book club once (however this was a long time ago). Good luck!
The only book by that name that I can find is https://www.amazon.com/Cacao-Crudo-Spanish-Sally-Grindley/dp/8467561270/ref=nodl_
And it’s not even close to that plot. Just post a picture of the book preferably with the in book summary. Otherwise no one on Reddit’s going to be able to relate let alone believe you.
Hey! Here’s the link to the journal! Pink Mackerel by Tekukor A5 160gsm Dot Grid Journal Notebook - Premium Thick Dotted Sketchbook with 192 Pages - Pink Peonies https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0811BS8JF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_KNXVT9CW8V9EKQBKEFB7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It’s a blank dot grid journal and I just stick the stuff on!
https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Philosophy-Aristotle-Hogwarts/dp/0812694554
Lol, I am an insane HP nerd; I reread the series every year.
I also happen to be a huge philosophy fanatic and I never shut up about Virtue Ethics, so when I saw a book called Harry Potter and Philosophy: If Aristotle Ran Hogwarts, I flipped out.
note: the title was deceptive. It only talks about Aristotle for a few pages. It explored all different philosophies (which was cool, but I was hyped for Aristotle)
I hope it’s okay for me to recommend my own book, because I feel this same way! I did my very best not to create hose types of characters, because they drive me crazy. My book is called Returning the Golden-Eyed Girl. It’s a YA scifi about a girl who gets trapped in a floating city no one has heard from in over thirty years. If you ever decide to pick it up, I’d love to hear what you think!
I’d also recommend Everybody Sees the Ants by A.S. King, or More Than This by Patrick Ness. Great characters, and great stories!
I love that book. Ness is one of my favorite YA authors. I'm glad to hear you liked it, too! I would recommend <em>The Knife of Never Letting Go</em> by Patrick Ness since you enjoyed More Than This. It's the first of a fantastic trilogy.
I seriously recommend for you guys to pick up The Assassin's Blade novella, the stories are great and we finally get to see a bit of Sam and Arobyn that are only mentioned in Throne of Glass
Would Nancy Drew be too obvious? If so, there was an offshoot called the <em>Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys SuperMysteries</em> in which they team up.
I remember reading this when I was younger and really enjoying it! It was written in 2006, but it's still pretty relevant and I remember being horrified for the protagonist.
I just discovered Guy Gavriel Kay in 2013 and proceeded to read every single one of his books! I love this man's writing!
A great YA book by GGK is Ysabel.
Synopsis: Fifteen-year-old Ned Marriner accompanies his photographer father to Provence,where he is shooting images for a glossy coffee-table book. As Ned strolls along roads walked by Celtic tribes and Roman legions, he discovers a very old story playing itself out in this modern world of iPods and cell phones. On one holy, haunted night of the ancient year, when the borders between the living and the dead are down and fires are lit upon the hills, Ned, his family, and friends are shockingly drawn into this tale, as dangerous,mythic figures from conflicts of long ago erupt into the present, claiming and changing lives.
The Fionavar Tapestry trilogy is another fantastic YA fanstasy read by GGK!
Ally Carter’s books are really plot driven and engaging, so helpfully distracting!
I found reading grief specific (nonfic) books really helpful as well — this series has one for basically every type of loss, highly recommend, helped me a lot, and very short and straightforward. https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Your-Grieving-Heart-Practical/dp/1879651254
To complement Neverwhere, here's the most recent radio play they did of it. Really well done! The cast includes James McAvoy, Natalie Dormer, Christopher Lee, Benedict Cumberbatch, David Harewood, Sophie Okonedo, Anthony Head and David Schofield.
I bought the box set on Amazon and got a signed poster from Julie!! On one side there's Ash's picture and Puck is on the other side. Tbh the best decision I made cause I get to see Ash's face everyday :)
It has. It's called Strange Days and it's in bookstores and on Amazon.
Thanks for being interested!
It's not out yet, but based on your "loved" books you might like Legendborn by Tracy Deonn! It's being compared to City of Bones. I got an ARC and the story was phenomenal - I loved it so much I pre-ordered so I can have a finished copy for my shelf. It's an original take on a king arthur retelling with loads of character growth and a great magic system, and I already can't wait for the second in the series: https://www.amazon.com/Tracy-Deonn/dp/1534441603/
I'd love it if you'd check out my book! It fits your criteria - and it would be awesome to have you join my band of readers! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B081D1JQYY/ref=rdr_kindle_ext_tmb
Last Night I Sang to the Monster by Benjamin Alire Saenz
The main character is in rehab. Reading it helped me realize my own depression and empowered me to get help, and thankfully stay out of any in patient facilities.
All of Saenz's works are wonderful.
Many non-fiction computer related titles will get out-dated fairly quickly. Have you considered biographies of interesting STEAM people?
Sergey Brin's (google co-founder) listed 2 books that changed his life:
http://www.businessinsider.com/google-cofounder-sergey-brins-favorite-books-2015-7
Have you heard of Felicia Day? Influential person on the web (and actress). She just put out a book that may appeal to teens:
Tales of the Otori I really enjoyed the series. It is kind of in between YA and adult because of the content, but I read it when I was young and enjoyed it alot.
This is sold and shipped by Amazon, so worst case scenario is that it’s the wrong book and it’s you’re entitled to a full refund and returning is easy. I would start here. Amazon
The Story of Old 📖
Forbidden love, reluctant chosen one, morally grey characters, witches, trolls, ancient gods, and a found family. Higher end of young adult fantasy.
Oh! Hurray!
I wrote "Academy Arcanist" a YA fantasy about people who bond with mystical creatures to gain magical powers. The creature you bond with determines your abilities! <3
Link: https://www.amazon.com/Academy-Arcanist-Astra-Book-ebook/dp/B0B5RQV7BL
BLURB
Hopes. Dreams. And literal nightmares out to kill a young boy.
Gray Lexly, son of a candlemaker, wants to escape his life of old-world technologies and study at the prestigious Astra Academy, a school for arcanists—those who can wield magic. But Gray has a major problem. Every night, as he sleeps, he’s visited by monsters. When they injure Gray in his dreams, he wakes with the same wounds in real life…
On the night Gray might finally die in his nightmares, he is saved by the kind and mysterious Professor Helmith, a powerful arcanist. She offers to protect Gray and invites him to attend Astra Academy.
Before that can happen, Gray must bond with a mystical creature to become an arcanist himself. Will he bond with a unicorn? A pegasus? A kitsune? Whatever he bonds with will determine his magical abilities, so he must choose wisely.
And when trouble finds Professor Helmith, Gray must become powerful enough to help her and fend off the terrible nightmares, before it’s too late…
Hi! I’m RM Zubairi, author of the award-winning novel TWO INFINITE THINGS, the first book in a series about a neurotic high-school junior who doesn’t know that he’s the end the world. You can find it here:
Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBDYMS33?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ts_XY9E1576V63EY41CX63X
The sequel, ONE INFINITE HOUR, is due to come out in May 2023. If you’re interested in being a beta or ARC reader, reach out to or directly to me on Instagram @rm_zubairi or Goodreads.
Hello and happy release week!
On Tuesday I released the sixth and final book in my series 'The Weight Of It All'. It has been a difficult road to get here, and the ending is more controversial than even I expected, but I am proud to have finished the series.
The book is ‘Goddess (The Weight Of It All),’ and it is now available on Amazon and audible.
You can find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TPT1YZ4
Or here: https://www.audible.com/pd/Goddess-Audiobook/B0BN4J9JJH
Lastly, for those who haven’t read or heard about the series, here’s a quick synopsis:
‘The Weight Of It All’ follows a boy named Terrence who is gifted the power to view weight by the Goddess. In a world where people are given affinities for cool things like swords, fire, and ice, he is initially underwhelmed to say the least… but over time his abilities grow, he Ranks up, and he comes to understand how powerful he really can be. Throughout the series, Terrence is used as the backdrop for a vast continent where dungeons, monsters, and the Goddess are all real.
And though Terrence is the focus of the story, the series is often told from a couple different perspectives. While Terrence learns about his abilities, his uncle Tom is a veteran dungeoneer followed through a dungeon crawl in the north. The story juxtaposes the newness of Terrence as he goes to a ‘magic’ school for Dungeoneers against the real-life threats facing a man who has spent years with his back against a wall. And while the first book is really an introduction to it all, the series covers a lot of ground as everyone grows stronger, people are lost, the whole continent goes to war, and Terrence must eventually face a challenge from the Goddess herself.
My book, Phoenix Down, is free all weekend! Blurb below if you want to check it out.
Three black-market phoenixes and only a shy boy to save them. Meet Remy Farthington and fall in love with fantasy again: https://www.amazon.com/Phoenix-Down.../dp/B0B3BXFDMY
I self-published a book at the end of September called The Tucker Girls. It’s a YA love story involving two sisters and a troubled boy. It’s the first book in a series.
Here’s the book description:
Serena: I've been forced to begrudgingly move across the US for my senior year of high school. It's every seventeen-year-old girl's worst nightmare - that is until I lay eyes on Hunter Bowden. I've never believed in love at first sight, but he has me second guessing everything. Despite my classmates warning to stay away, I'm drawn to him like a moth to a flame. I want him. I'm going to have him.
Lindsey: Texas is the fresh start I needed, but knowing that doesn't alleviate my guilt for being the reason we suddenly moved. Still scarred from my last high school experience, I'm determined to lay low and get through my last two years without incident. Unfortunately, Serena has different plans. My sister is chasing after trouble. I just hope she doesn't end up shattered like me.
It’s available on Kindle Unlimited.
My debut novel is available now! Free on Kindle Unlimited!
In magical America, the government implants wizards with microchips to regulate their magic and control their lives. Every citizen is tested for magical ability before high school, and those with the ability get sent to one of five specialized magical Academies.
The day James Clayden discovered he could cast magic was simultaneously the best and the worst day of his life. His family of staunch anti-magic purists disowned him and his girlfriend dumped him, but he would be attending the Lakeside Academy of Magic and Advanced Technology, the most prestigious of the five American Academies. Despite his upbringing, James had always secretly wanted to be a wizard, so he was both elated and devastated at the turn of events.
Life at the Academy surpassed all James’s expectations. His more socially competent new roommate introduced him to several other students, and they all became fast friends. The robot chefs made better food than he’d ever had in his life. The library was exhaustive, and there were magics to read an entire book in an instant. On top of everything else, there was the actual learning and casting of magic.
Things at the Academy are not all they appear to be, though, as soon one of James’s new friends is transformed into a tree through magic no one seems to know either how to cast or reverse. Soon, more students are lost to unexplained transformations, transformations they don’t survive, and James and his friends set out to figure out who or what is behind these deaths. While navigating new relationships and confronting bullies, James has to discover the cause of these deaths before he or another of his friends fall victim to whatever is happening, or, worse, the Academy is closed.
‘The Weight Of It All’ follows a boy named Terrence who is gifted the power to view weight by the Goddess. In a world where people are given affinities for cool things like swords, fire, and ice, he is initially underwhelmed to say the least… but over time his abilities grow, he Ranks up, and he comes to understand how powerful he really can be. Throughout the series, Terrence is used as the backdrop for a vast continent where dungeons, monsters, and the Goddess herself are all real.
And though Terrence is the main focus of the story, the series is often told from a couple different perspectives. While Terrence learns about his abilities, his uncle Tom is a more veteran dungeoneer who is followed through a dungeon crawl in the north. The story juxtaposes the newness of Terrence as he goes to a ‘magic’ school for Dungeoneers against the real life threats facing a man who has spent years with his back against a wall. And while the first book is really an introduction to it all, the series covers a lot of ground as everyone grows stronger, people are lost, the whole continent goes to war, and Terrence must eventually face a challenge from the Goddess herself.
Book 6 releases on december 6th! Find the whole series here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08W8D1HXC
Contemporary YA The Cabin That Shaped My Summer by Rich Rubin, now available on Amazon for $2.99 and also on Kindle Unlimited
Spending the summer in a cabin in the woods wasn’t even on Tim Hayward’s radar for his first summer vacation from college. All of his plans centered on working and hanging out with his best friend Steve.
All of that got thrown out the window thanks to an impromptu drive, and the discovery of a cabin that Steve’s younger brother Austin built a half mile deep into the woods. Tim, Steve, and some friends quickly transform the cabin to their home for the summer.
Tim starts developing feelings deeper than friendship for his friend Kelsey. Thanks to the security the cabin provides he doesn’t feel the need to hold anything back from her, including Emma, a girl from college that likes him.
Can their relationship survive parties at the cabin and Emma casting her shadow?
Now available on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B1Z1WHXP/ref=dbs_a_def_awm_bibl_vppi_i1
Good evening. Today happens to be the official release date for my new novel, <em>Feast of the Sisters</em>, from Park End Books. In this book, gentle and sensitive Jo has to gather all her faith and courage to rescue her older sister from a vampire. It draws inspiration from vampire fiction like Bram Stoker's Dracula, Milovan Glišiċ's After Ninety Years, and the Castlevania games*.* If that sounds up your alley, then please check it out.
The Unwind series
https://www.amazon.com/Unwind-Dystology-Neal-Shusterman/dp/1416912053
> After America’s Second Civil War, the Pro-Choice and Pro-Life armies came to an agreement. According to their Bill of Life, human life may not be terminated from the moment of conception until the age of thirteen. But between the ages of thirteen and eighteen, the child may be gotten rid of by their parent through a process called “unwinding.”
> By repurposing a teen’s organs and other body parts in living recipients, the unwound child’s life doesn’t technically end. According to society’s leaders, unwinding leads to a healthier and safer community, as troublesome and unwanted teens are used for the greater good.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
Hoping to be done with book two edits by the end of the month, then it's back to the publisher. I hope it's done by then.
Book i wrote in the vein of Ready Player One +August Rush
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
Book 2 edits have arrived from the publisher, so I’m running through revisions each night. I plan to be done before the end of October.
Recently published an urban fantasy, strongly humor based with a hint of romance. https://www.amazon.com/Ice-Dance-Vik-Azeem/dp/B0BCSFDY4N?ref=d6k_applink_bb_dls&dplnkId=b659038c-7325-4013-8141-8f2c01b7df59
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
Book 2 edits have arrived from the publisher, so I’m running through revisions each night. I plan to be done before the end of October.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
As I wait for the publisher to get back to me with edits and revisions, I’ve been working on a side project about a murder mystery in a weird wizard mountain school. I’ve made a few sales this week! Yay!
My debut novel got traditionally published with a small indie publisher and although it's not YA I think it'd still appeal to those who enjoy the genre :)
Title: Accolades of Wolves
Genre: Adult Historical Fantasy w/ Soft Romance
Information: Portal Fantasy, Enemies to lovers, Strong female lead, Viking-vibes
Blurb: After the death of her mother following a painful breakup, Phoebe Wood needs a vacation. On a hike through the picturesque fjords of Norway, a winter storm engulfs Phoebe, and when she awakens alone in a world very different from her own. Before her is a sprawling Viking-esque city ruled by three kings. Civil war is brewing there and Phoebe needs to find a way back home fast. Will she survive long enough to make it back, or will uncontrollable circumstances force Phoebe in a new direction?After the death of her mother following a painful breakup, Phoebe Wood needs a vacation. On a hike through the picturesque fjords of Norway, a winter storm engulfs Phoebe, and when she awakens alone in a world very different from her own. Before her is a sprawling Viking-esque city ruled by three kings. Civil war is brewing there and Phoebe needs to find a way back home fast. Will she survive long enough to make it back, or will uncontrollable circumstances force Phoebe in a new direction?
If you'd like to know more, it's available here on Amazon, and most major retailers! :)
This one of the best series I have read:
2nd and 3rd book are great too.
If you have a Kindle account, I recommend The Dragon Kin. No romance, but lots of heartfelt moments.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
As I wait for the publisher to get back to me with edits and revisions, I’ve been working on a side project about a murder mystery in a weird wizard mountain school. I realized this week I should be able to get a draft of that done before Skate gets released early next year, so I’ll be able to edit that while I begin book 3 of Rag and Bone.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
As I wait for the publisher to get back to me with edits and revisions, I’ve been working on a side project about a murder mystery in a weird wizard mountain school. I realized this week I should be able to get a draft of that done before Skate gets released early next year, so I’ll be able to edit that while I begin book 3 of Rag and Bone.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
I got the contract for book 2! Can’t really do any more work on it until the publisher gets back to me with edits and revisions. In the meantime, I’ve been working on a side project about a murder mystery in a weird wizard mountain school.
I’m writing a YA / Dystopian book.
Blurb:
Year 2663 The People's League has been ruling for six decades.
Daisy Finlay has always tried to stay away from trouble, and even when she starts noticing people being "Changed", she’s determined to keep doing so. But once it’s her family being affected, she can no longer keep quiet.
Getting help from an unexpected source, she starts her quest to unravel the secrets behind the Changes, hoping to find the answers she’s looking for.
You can find it on Amazon for preorder! Of Lights And Changes - pre order
Comment here or DM me for a link to the first few pages!
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
I’m working on book 2 — or waiting on the publisher to get back to me, I guess. Can’t really do any more work on it until then. In the meantime, I’ve been working on a side project about a murder mystery in a weird wizard mountain school.
Hello!
My series 'The Weight Of It All' is on sale this weekend, ending tomorrow, August 22!
Book 1 is free in all regions
Book 2* & 3 are discounted to .99c in the US and UK.
Find the first book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Universal link: https://mybook.to/HeavyTheWeightOfITAll
The first book in the series introduces Terrence, a boy who has received the Affinity of WEIGHT from the Goddess, Tom a more veteran Dungeoneer with an Affinity of SWORD, and many other characters, all with unique Skills, Affinities, and backgrounds. The first book is slow and slice of life, as it introduces the world, but later books include a lot more dungeon diving, monster fighting, dungeon collapses, and war. As the series continues, the stakes are raised considerably.
Anyways, check out the series for free this weekend. Thanks for reading!
Series teaser:
On the continent of Terna, the Goddess is real. Through her power, a small percentage of the population receives an Affinity the year they turn sixteen. With these Affinities, they receive a Skill and a Rank. As they use their Skill, through effort and continued use, they can Rank Up, earning new Skills and more Energy. Energy is used for Skills, along with other superhuman feats.
*Book 2 is currently only discounted to 2.49. There's an issue on the platform that Amazon is looking to resolve.
Have you seen the Amazon promo image for LightLark that claims it's already a blockbuster?
I know blockbuster can describe a book or movie - but I've always seen it refer to movies (w/books claiming bestseller rewards and only saying it's a blockbuster when it actually has a "blockbuster hit" movie).
All the promotion done for this book feels scammy - the weird tiktoks (the Times Square Cover reveal, the fake gasping while looking at her books, the holding hands w/other YA authors in book stores, etc.), bragging about how much money she's making and getting "the rare movie deal before the book is out" that is at the "rights" stage.... like - I follow Xiran Jay Zhao (and preordered/bought Iron Widow)... and appreciate how HUMBLE she is... but damn.
You can't claim how LightLark is = to all these HUGE big names w/massive fandoms (hoping to get them to read your book) and then have your friends/other authors give you such flowery reviews... only from what all the ARCs are saying... don't even deliver what you've been promoting.
I'm afraid to read it when my preorder comes in the mail... at least it comes w/those good promo images (which I know is a way for her to get enough sales for USA Today / NY Times Bestseller tags so she can brag about that too on tiktok).
/shrug
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
I’m working on book 2 — or waiting on the publisher to get back to me, I guess. Can’t really do any more work on it until then. In the meantime, I’ve been working on a side project.
Hello,
Heavy (The Weight Of It All)! The story follows a young boy who goes to a magical school in the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer. As the story progresses, he and those around him become stronger as they face their ever changing world. Monsters, dungeons, and eventually a war, this 6-book series will definitely surprise you.
The whole series is on Kindle unlimited.
Amazon link here, starting from book 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Here's the description from book 1:
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. His weight. Follow Terrence as he uses his Affinity to progress with the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer – someone who explores and conquers Dungeons. Discover a unique world where Terrence and his friends learn about their new abilities, their Affinities, AND themselves. Their Skills will grow, and if they work hard enough, they might eventually Rank up!
The Dark Carousel series by Anya Allyn. It has four books, -Dollhouse -Paper Dolls -Marionette -Music box
My God. It's the most underrated book series ever. It goes from kidnapping to Gothic kingdom to parallel worlds. One heck of a rollercoaster. Highly recommended!!
p.s i haven't had a chance to discuss the series with anyone😭. So if someone has read it, replyyy
Hi all! Still new to the ~Reddit-sphere~ so if you can literally feel the awkwardness coming through your screen, pray forgive me.
I published a YA fantasy book last month. Think:
Women with ambition, sometimes swords, definitely tattoos.
Twisted family dynamics that only get twist-ier.
Love interests who are present but not facilitators of plot because I got very tired of romance being the conduit for so many YA protagonist's personal growth.
If you're interested, you can read more here.
Hello!
Skate the Thief is available on Amazon.
Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay.
Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk.
The first chapter is available for free here.
I’m working on book 2 — or waiting on the publisher to get back to me, I guess. Can’t really do any more work on it until then.
Hey guys! I've been lurking here for a while, but haven't interacted because I'd feel like, being an author, I'd be skating on the line of a conflict of interest. However, I did write a YA gothic fantasy series, so here it is!
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The blurb:
Everyone knows that monsters are real.
Venice, 1865: Sixteen-year-old Ayanda Draculesti doesn't remember her early life—all she knows is that she was found as a small child, wandering the streets of Venice with an intricate medallion and a mangled left arm. She knows that she's an Unnatural, an alchemical being created with strange abilities. She knows that if anyone finds out, she'll die at the hands of an angry mob.
But Ayanda is unique even among Unnaturals--even though she's alive, she has the powers of a vampire. She has the strength and speed to battle them, and most importantly, the will. She won't let another child die.
Ayanda isn't the only young Unnatural in Venice. Ghostly Yurei is in hiding, fleeing the captors determined to turn him into an assassin. Jette Jekyll and Belle Frankenstein are on the run from alchemists who want them dead and dissected. Their paths and Ayanda's collide when a brutal enemy surfaces that threatens them all: one of the Greater Dead, a vampire that slithers through Venice murdering everyone she encounters.
This vampire isn’t on the hunt. She has plans, more sinister and dangerous than anyone can imagine.
Ayanda is determined to stop this Dead creature before she kills again. Yurei, Jette and Belle aren't. Why should they risk their lives to save people who see them as monsters? All they’ve ever known is hate and fear. They owe the world nothing.
But Ayanda can't defeat a Dead creature alone.
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Children of the Night is available on Amazon and all other major retailers. Thanks!
This one has a must-need to be on this list! My facorite fae anything ever!
Resurrect: A High Fantasy Reverse Harem (The Blooming Courts Book 1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0849ZDV29/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_DY4220GF2TZSEYD3WFV4
I wrote this book:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WGBPX4/
It’s a sort of space fantasy about warring families with a lot of history, and this one guy who gets caught up in it. In retrospect, it feels more like an exercise in world building and character development 😅
i'm actually writing mafia that's more NA/college-age than dark. it's got some spice but is definitely more about the adventure/suspense than anything else. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09LWW4LX9?notRedirectToSDP=1&ref\_=dbs\_mng\_calw\_0&storeType=ebooks
Hello,
Heavy (The Weight Of It All)! The story follows a young boy who goes to a magical school in the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer. As the story progresses, he and those around him become stronger as they face their ever changing world. Monsters, dungeons, and eventually a war, this 6-book series will definitely surprise you.
The first book is currently available on prime reading and the whole series is on Kindle unlimited.
Amazon link here, starting from book 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Here's the description from book 1:
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. His weight. Follow Terrence as he uses his Affinity to progress with the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer – someone who explores and conquers Dungeons. Discover a unique world where Terrence and his friends learn about their new abilities, their Affinities, AND themselves. Their Skills will grow, and if they work hard enough, they might eventually Rank up!
I never thought I would be able to say this but my book is on pre-order and will be on bookshelves by this time next week. It's is pony fiction. Kindle or paperback. I can't believe I'm posting this. Pony in My Pocket: Have you ever wanted something you cant have? https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B1B2N5SB/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_QBXK059Z62S3YSQA5KK6
Hello I would like to recommendMysteries at Treasure River by Nipuna D. RanasingheNew book release - Amazon Kindle Free Promotion
Hello, I would like to recommend
Mysteries at Treasure River by Nipuna D. Ranasinghe
New book release - Amazon Kindle Free Promotion
Hello! The audiobook for my fifth book in series, OutRanked (The Weight Of It All) releases on May 17th!
This story has the most action of the series so far when most of the characters are put in compromising positions to save the ones they love.
A father running away from the war and another running towards it, the war between the kingdom of Prost and Tamber has started. And in the midst of it all, Terrence's path towards becoming a Dungeoneer takes a few unexpected turns.
Preorder is available now, or you can start the series from book 1: www.amazon.com/dp/B09YVQV8DT
All ebooks are also available on Kindle unlimited, starting from book 1.
I'd re-read it ;)
Also, I wrote a prequel you might like: The Dragon's Revenge.
And for a good read within the LitRPG genre I highly recommend: Summoned! To an RPG World.
I wrote a urban fantasy / litrpg, and a lot of my readers have been telling me it would do really well with YA audiences. It's funny, light-hearted, and it's got some characters that I really think you're going to get attached to.
In another world, I must defeat the Demon King
Get it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W84B7FQ
And here's the blurb:
Henry’s life as a valiant defender of the realm is over—stolen away when he is transported to a strange new world. Instead of horses and swords, it has cars, rent, hamburgers, and a gun-toting part-time waitress named Shana. There isn't much use for a white knight atop a fiery steed… or is there?
Thankfully, Henry’s ability to level up and unlock powerful new skills hasn’t abandoned him. In fact, Shana is starting to level up, too. But there's a catch. Turns out, they’ve caught the attention of a secret society that's devoted to the very system of power that Henry was raised on. Led by the enigmatic Demon King, they aren’t happy about newcomers getting involved in their affairs. Magic, power, experience—the Society wants it all for themselves, and they'll happily kill whoever it takes to keep it that way.
https://www.amazon.com/Cassandra-Shadowhunters-Collection-Chronicles-Shadowhunter/dp/912407246X
Here’s a link to the box set if it helps! I’d totally recommend all three.
The Bane Chronicles is just pure Magnus being Magnus. That’s it.
Shadowhunter Academy is a really fun collection of stories post-TMI. Bit dark in places tho
And Shadow Market is about Jem trying to find… someone (I forgot who), but each story focuses on a different character.
ALL VERY GOOD.
Hi everyone!
This is the first episode of my comic series DRAGON SWORD COMIC. An action adventure fantasy comic made with 3D artwork. It's totally free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers and also on paperback edition.
I leave here the link the Blurb and the link in case you want to give it a try. I hope you all like it!
PS: also available on Spanish!
Blurb:
In the magical world of Velaria, four champions have ended the ancient war between humans and dragons after slaying Ariyon, the commander and last member of the dragon's army.
It is said that all orphans come from the mother dragon and thus bear the surname "Dragonborn". Believed to bring bad luck to their communities, it was rumored that all orphans were to be killed after the war.
Nevertheless, a baby appears in a basket floating in a river after the final battle. One of the four champions finds this baby and decides to train and raise her, but this orphan has a secret nobody knows. Her name is Alena of Dragonborn and this is the beginning of her story.
Hi! you can try the first episode of my comic series! It's totally free for your kindle Unlimited subscription and since it's a comic, you can read it on your way to work! :)
I leave you the blurb and the link below! If you give it a try, I really hope you enjoy it!
Episode 1 DRAGON SWORD COMIC on amazon.com
Blurb
In the magical world of Velaria, four champions have ended the ancient war between humans and dragons after slaying Ariyon, the commander and last member of the dragon's army.
It is said that all orphans come from the mother dragon and thus bear the surname "Dragonborn". Believed to bring bad luck to their communities, it was rumored that all orphans were to be killed after the war.
Nevertheless, a baby appears in a basket floating in a river after the final battle. One of the four champions finds this baby and decides to train and raise her, but this orphan has a secret nobody knows. Her name is Alena of Dragonborn and this is the beginning of her story.
Hi!
If you want to try something different, check this out. It's the first episode of my comic series DRAGON SWORD COMIC. I leave you the link of amazon below (it's free for Kindle Unlimited) and also the Blurb.
It's a comic made with 3D artwork (many people tell me that it looks like a videogame!) and the story is totally original, written by me.
If you give it a try, i really hope you enjoy it! Thanks
Blurb:
In the magical world of Velaria, four champions have ended the ancient war between humans and dragons after slaying Ariyon, the commander and last member of the dragon's army.
It is said that all orphans come from the mother dragon and thus bear the surname "Dragonborn". Believed to bring bad luck to their communities, it was rumored that all orphans were to be killed after the war.
Nevertheless, a baby appears in a basket floating in a river after the final battle. One of the four champions finds this baby and decides to train and raise her, but this orphan has a secret nobody knows. Her name is Alena of Dragonborn and this is the beginning of her story.
Link:
Hello,
Heavy (The Weight Of It All)! The story follows a young boy who goes to a magical school in the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer. The story has little to no romance, or swearing, and the world is immersive as it explores multiple storylines. The first book is slower slice of life fantasy, but each book has progressively more action.
Amazon link here, starting from book 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Here's the description from book 1:
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. His weight. Follow Terrence as he uses his Affinity to progress with the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer – someone who explores and conquers Dungeons. Discover a unique world where Terrence and his friends learn about their new abilities, their Affinities, AND themselves. Their Skills will grow, and if they work hard enough, they might eventually Rank up!
Hello, During the pandemic I wrote my debut novel, Heavy (The Weight Of It All)! The story follows a young boy(Terrence) given an unusual power who goes to a magical school in the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer. The story has little to no romance, or swearing, and the world is immersive as it explores multiple storylines.
Amazon link here, starting from book 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Here's the description from book 1:
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. His weight. Follow Terrence as he uses his Affinity to progress with the hopes of becoming a Dungeoneer – someone who explores and conquers Dungeons. Discover a unique world where Terrence and his friends learn about their new abilities, their Affinities, AND themselves. Their Skills will grow, and if they work hard enough, they might eventually Rank up!
I self published a book last October! It's a YA contemporary fantasy about four teens who get caught up in a supernatural war. It's the first of a series!
A Dark and Hollow Star by Ashley Shuttlesworth - It's an urban YA fantasy but with all kinds of fae. It has snarky characters and like rag tag group of friends sort of thing. It also has LGBT main characters :) It really surprised me how much I loved this book and its planned to be 4 book series now
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dark-Hollow-Star-Ashley-Shuttleworth/dp/1529366216
Eirlings is coming out in May.
https://www.rcn.media/product-page/eirlings-by-jaz-laverick
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09TS82VCY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_M9RR8DQDYAT9DHMT61J0
Fantasy, magic, murder, sleuthing, no romance, coming of age, guild based, gods & elementals & a Catking.
Where a healthy dose of sassy commentary never killed anyone... Yet.
RCN Media pre-orders come with a personalized and signed copy of the book AND a free ebook copy & poster & bookmarks & map. $24.99 Canadian
Amazon Kindle $8.99
Tamora Pierce - all her books are epic.
Also check out the new Abigail Tally series debuting May. Abigail is a girl with a stutter and strange magic thrown into a magical murder mystery. Kindle: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09TS82VCY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_M9RR8DQDYAT9DHMT61J0 Physical copy Pre-orders get you a personalized signed copy & e-copy, and bookmarks & maps & poster. https://www.rcn.media/product-page/eirlings-by-jaz-laverick
I love Dealing with Dragons and the whole Enchanted Forest Chronicles.
I loved Queen in the Mud - a litrpg about a teen who wakes up in a magical world as a lizardfolk.
Currently reading He Who Fights With Monsters. No smut but creepy antihero Australian / Japanese man wakes up naked in a hedge maze with an evil trowel and proceeds to be the most hilarious creepy death wizard ever.
Hey everyone!
Two weeks ago I published my first novel, The Naidisbo. (https://www.amazon.ca/Naidisbo-Megan-Wood-ebook/dp/B09PKZWFJB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DQNWYMSSF1B9&keywords=The+Naidisbo&qid=1646018194&sprefix=the+naidisbo%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-1_
In the first day it hit #1 on Amazon's Movers and Shakers Chart - has received a ton of 5 star reviews, and is doing, overall - very well! If you'd like to give it a try it's also free on kindle unlimited. Here's a blurb!
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The continent of Torekan has been successfully ruled by a theocracy for 150 years, the Order of Alvar. In a world suppressed by an order which represents the elite people - those with pure powers - there is little talk of the downtrodden.
But out there, in the once lush landscape, long ago destroyed by the Order, the naturalists are preparing. Hundreds of years of oppression for the power that flows in their veins is about to surface in a long anticipated fight for equality.
Anika Dian has served the Order of Alvar since she was a child but she harbors a secret that only she and her father knows. As the last remaining Naidisbo she is not considered to be pure, but her power is not tied to the naturalists who draw their power from the earth. Feared and misunderstood, the Naidisbo were culled during the last uprising for their abilities.
When forced to reveal her abilities Anika finds herself thrust into an unknown world where she’s forced to face her prejudices, determine her loyalties, and choose her future path. The Naidisbo is the first installment of a two part series that explores the inequality and injustices of present times in an action packed, romance fueled, coming of age tale.
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Thanks for reading and if you decide to check it out - I hope you enjoy!
Hello and happy Sunday,
The fifth book in my series 'The Weight Of It All' is releasing in a couple days - March 1!
Book 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
The series has two main characters: one who has recently received his Affinity from the Goddess and is slowly learning about his abilities. The second is a more seasoned Dungeoneer, whose team spends more time in a higher Ranking dungeon for most of the story.
In book 5, both of their stories converge as they are challenged by the world around them and the prospect of war.
The series starts slow, but the stakes are rising as I close in on book 6.
The entire series is on Kindle unlimited if you want to give it a try. Have a good day and thanks for reading.
I wrote a book that fits a lot of these criteria. It's on KU and I'd love to know what you think.
It's called HEART THREADED
It's a futuristic Romeo and Juliet themed fight for humanity in a high tech world. Juliet is the daughter of the head of the biggest Corp that sells upgrades and life extensions, the currency, future heartbeats.
Romeo is a heartbeat debt hacker, who lives in the lawless underground city with links to the main opposition Corp.
Hey everyone, happy Sunday! My name is J.J. and I write a series called The Weight Of It All'. The series is a litrpg and young adult fantasy series that is available on Kindle unlimited.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
The series follows a young boy given the power to see how much things weigh after facing bullying for his weight as a child. He's sent off to a school for affinity users like himself and his world is opened up to the possibilities of dungeons and dungeoneering as a profession. As time goes on he earns new Skills and abilities, which he uses to fight monsters. Theres a lot more to the story, but that's a general idea of how it begins. The fifth book in the series releases on March 1, and by now we've seen the magic school, a tournament, tragic losses, a war starting, dungeon diving, etc. The first book is called Heavy(The Weight Of It All) and can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRVDDFT
Have a good day!
Would you pay for a longer life with some of your future heartbeats? The HEART THREADED company will take that debt.
Juliet's father runs that giant corporation. Romeo, is a debt hacker living underground.
When Juliet tries to do the right thing and meets Romeo, their lives and those that are HEART THREADED will never be the same.
They form a bond that transcends the inhumanity of technology.
Worth the Wreckage. It's an age-gap forbidden romance trope. It's free in Kindle Unlimited, too. Find it here.
I wrote a book and published it, it's my first published novel. And, I thought it was science fiction with inspiration from cyberpunk. But, I've been told since that it is YA Dystopian or Science Fiction, which brings me here.
The main characters are Romeo and Juliet, following very loosely the Shakespearian theme. Juliet is from wealth, and Romeo is an underground hacker, clearing people's heart beat debts. Heart beats are what people trade for upgrades and medical intervention.
In an attempt to do the right thing, Juliet meets Romeo. Their lives are changed forever as they race against the new technology being rolled out, Heart Threads, that carries more than just debts.
To Those We Found
In a far-off galaxy, the purple-skinned alien, Taman Yedder, left his home colony for the motherworld Yemma. As one among billions, he was chosen to represent his home system and compete against six other chosen ones, in a grand contest called, the Anermis-report.
A welcome message that's intended to be sent to another species that they have discovered.
After meeting his sponsor, he embarks on a high-speed journey to locations of historical and cultural significance. This way he must capture the essence of his species. Yet, on his journey, he encounters angry mobs of protesters, seemingly trying to stop his progress. They are terrorists he is told. But are they truly as evil as the government says? And will Taman survive to finish the contest?
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Those-We-Found-Thriller-Perspective-ebook/dp/B09MNS6J4V
Trailer: https://youtu.be/weaZ6RZdgOo
My book, which is a collection of novellas, is complete. I'm having a promotion on it currently, so it's free to download until Feb. 3rd
Here's the link, if anyone's interested in checking it out - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09K3ZYH19 - It contains 7 stories, each with a different genre.
I'm always looking for feedback. So, if you do give it a read, let me know what you thought of it after
My first YA book is dropping on Tuesday! You can pre-order the ebook or order the hardback here (sorry for the long shipping time!)
Daughters of Dragons https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578327090/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_VWH5WS9RVH12NTJWBWKE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Daughters of Dragons is an epic fantasy set in a world where humans and dragons are at odds, both vying for who should control the continent. During an unsteady peace a dragon slayer's apprentice takes her first job. Clarity lost her home and family to a dragon raid as a child but the same dragon who took everything from her gave her something powerful in return - she blessed her with her dragon spirit. Grappling with doubt, Clarity seeks the first dragon she is meant to hunt. Meanwhile the dragonblessed daughter of humanity's renowned general Diana seeks the same dragon, hoping to prove herself finally worthy of her father's favor. Their mark along with a couple of snarky rebels unveil a plot that threatens dragons and humans alike, and leads them both on a journey to the temples of the dragon queens.
This book features: > A diverse world and cast > A prominently LGBT friendly world where bisexuality is the presumed norm > Powerful and driven young women as the leads > Living with disabilities and mental health recovery are major themes (#OwnVoices) > Dragons that are intelligent and organized monarchies > Sisterhood, found families, defying norms > The main character has a cat (he's basically a colorful tiger with horns but he's a cat)
Content Advisory: My book contains discussions of mental health recovery and experiences including references self harm and suicide ideation (referenced not depicted), and PTSD (triggers and flashbacks depicted). This book also contains depictions of domestic emotional and physical abuse.
Not *technically* YAlit but I do love me a good Japanese light novel.
As a high school English lit teacher, I'd never be able to face my students again if they found out I've read stuff like Sword Art Online, lol. The prose is so bad and the story is so tropey but it's all good popcorn fun.
My fave guilty pleasure is definitely the Monogatari series. I only read the original Japanese texts tho because the translation takes out all the flavor :P
Here's a nice Western with a young female lead, I didn't think she was gullible or weak minded or anything like that.
She Rode Back Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PHHC23V/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_BZMAM11ERG55AAXS19K4
The names of power series has 2 MCs. One is an angel, other is a lycanthrope. It is super fun to read.
Also ties in with a series from another author.
Start with This one. I think there are 5 books
Names of Power: The Angel https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998066818/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_S2NR92TEK0JDJ8JF6C65
If you want a quick light read between books, I'd absolutely love to recommend "Dogs and Tales: Poems From A Dog's Perspective!" By iLana Markarov. Had some laughs and was very nice! My new comfort book that I now re-read on occasion. Here it is if you're interested
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09F8RF4FT/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_g_EKNHM3W7332C9Q0RH5HC
A book embosser with my name on it😻 I already embossed all of my books yesterday. A little clip on lamp for the back cover of books for a nice reading light. A fee books, and this shirt