When the witches and wizards are away, the familiars will play!Gifted adventurers across time and space often travel with an animal familiar—usually a cat, but possibly other fuzzy, scaly, or prickly creatures. These magical companions lead their humans into mischief, help them out of sticky situations, or offer opinionated commentary along the way.We're familiar with familiars ... or are we?Compiled by New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. And...

Danger. Evil. Death. Heroes can face it all, but they cannot do it alone.Throughout history, creatures both big and small have stood alongside heroes and helped them through trying times, whether on the battlefield or in their laps. In these brand-new stories, seventeen bestselling authors regale us with adventures of animal companions and how they often are the ones rescuing the rescuer.New stories by / in the world ofJim Butcher – from

I think; therefore, am I?The age of robots is here. LLMs, deep fakes, home butlers, and more are already integrated into the every day cycle of life, become part of the environment, melding into the surroundings, becoming commonplace. What happens when there's a crack in the code, a breakdown in their programming, or an awakening?A Crack in the Code: Cybertronic Stories of Rebellionis an anthology of short stories that focuses on those what-ifs, those awakening, and breakdo...

Prepare to be chilled to the bone with this spine-tingling collection of short ghost and horror stories. From the eerie tales of Rudyard Kipling to the unsettling narratives of other masters of the macabre, this anthology will keep you on the edge of your seat. With each turn of the page, you'll encounter haunted houses, vengeful spirits, and otherworldly horrors that will linger in your mind long after you've finished reading. Dare you delve into the realm of the supernatural and experien...

The seventeenth novel in the magical alternate history Elemental Masters series follows Amelia Stonehold and Serena Meleva as they navigate property acquisition, marriage proposals, and other ancient horrors in Regency England, but with the help of elemental magicThe year is 1815, and an American, Miss Amelia Stonehold, has arrived in the Devon town of Axminster, accompanied by her "cousin" Serena Meleva. She’s brought with her a list to tick off: find a property, ...

An all-star urban fantasy collection featuring short stories from #1 New York Times bestselling authors Jim Butcher, Patricia Briggs, Charlaine Harris, Kelley Armstrong, and more . . .In this short story collection of courage, adventure, and magic, heroes—ordinary people who do the right thing—bravely step forward.But running toward danger might cost them everything. . . .In #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher...

This 19th anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar high fantasy universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new short story from Mercedes Lackey herself.The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom's ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages—and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women. They are Mindspeakers, FarSeers, Empaths, ForeSeers, ...

This 18th anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar high fantasy universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new novella from Mercedes Lackey.The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom's ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages—and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women. They are Mindspeakers, FarSeers, Empaths, ForeSeers, Firestarters...

In a near-future America on the verge of civil war, a gay detective investigates ritual killings, conspiracies, and what might be black magic.In the summer of 2045, Atlanta is a city on the verge of panic. A killer is stalking her people, leaving behind eerily beautiful crime scenes painted with occult symbols. Is he an insane artist, carving his work out of flesh and blood? A satanic sorcerer, hoping to bring about the end of days? Or a political operativ...

A cozy, cottage-core Regency fantasy perfect for fans of BridgertonElena Whitstone and her seven brothers, abandoned by her mother, find themselves with a new stepmother. At first she seems more neglectful than evil, until just after Christmas she proves herself to be worse than evil; she is an actual magician, a Master of Water, who attempts to muder Elena's seven brothers when they are skating. When they survive that attempt by transforming into swans, s...

From author Elisa A. Bonnin comes Lovely Dark and Deep, a YA dark academia novel exploring magic, loneliness, and the power of found family."A truly thoughtful, engaging reflection on the dark academia genre." —BCCB, starred reviewHidden off the coast of Washington, veiled in mist, there is an island that does not appear on any map. And on that island is Ellery West.The acclaimed school for magic has always been home for F...

A new town, new friends, new challenges…. And a new heart-stopping adventure from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Ilona Andrews. Kate, Curran, and Conlan may have left Atlanta for Wilmington, but the usual magic mayhem has also hitched a ride!Kate and Curran have just settled into their new home and their 'low profile,' when a local businessman approaches them with an offer they can't refuse. A mysterious evil has spawned in the nearby forest and is h...