In the Argent City, where supernatural creatures like dragons, fae, and tricksters live alongside blissfully unaware humanity, Halloween Night remains the craziest night of the year. A dragon who would be king struggles to establish his identity and find his passion in hosting a popular radio show, while the wily Kitsune seek to unmask a conspiracy against the feuding Tricksters of the City, where anyone could be the culprit. Across the City, a pair of Fae entrepreneurs stake their future ...

Enter the world of Faerie!*The summer sun bathes the earth in warmth and light,Faeries dance under the moon at night.Cross through the portal into a land ancient, beautiful, and wild.See the wonders that enticed the stolen child.Come away, O reader! To the Realm of Faerie.But if you want to make it back home, you had better be wary…*This collection includes twenty tales of faeries and magic set in our world–and in others...

Be careful what you wish for...it just might come true...Join the authors of Wicked Wishes as they explore all the ways a simple wish can go horribly wrong! Will these characters be able to set things right again? Or is that just wishful thinking?100% of proceeds from this anthology will benefit The World Literacy Foundation, a global not-for-profit that works to lift young people out of poverty through literacy. Founded in Melbourne, Australia in 2003,...

When fun-loving witch Maddy Gallowglass moves to Bedlam to restore an old mansion and turn it into a magical bed-and-breakfast, the last thing she expects is to meet her match in the gorgeous vampire Aegis, a former servant of Apollo. The prequel story to the Bewitching Bedlam SeriesNOTE: This is not a cozy series. Yes, there's nookie and hot-vampire play time. ;)Reading Order of the Series:0.0: The Wish Factor (short story).5: Blood Music (novella01...

A sister's doll doesn't take kindly to insults, and proves it.A puppet maker believes his creations are out to get him.A mother can't stand her son's new favorite toy… and for good reason.In Michael Crane's latest collection of terrifying and darkly comic drabbles, you'll find out why Playtime is only fun for those with vicious intentions. In these 30 100-word stories you'll run into deranged toys with old scores to settle, homicidal sociopaths and other unapologetic ...

Penny Franklin, her name is synonymous with punk/hard rock fusion, has ruled over the airwaves for over two decades. Then things all fell apart around her when she decided to retire and leave it all behind to spend more time with her children.She lost her family, fame, and her fortune, what else could possibly go wrong in her life? That question was answered with a visit to her physician for a physical.With her life in ruins, spiraling out of control in emotional turmoil, s...

An Enchanted, Inc. StoryWhenever magical malfeasance is afoot, Sam's your man. Or gargoyle, as the case may be. As head of security for Magic, Spells, and Illusions, Inc., Sam makes sure the company's people and secrets are safe. In his spare time, he keeps an eye on the city, looking for skullduggery that only a magical gargoyle can take care of.When he spots an alarming outbreak of garden gnomes, he knows there's danger brewing—and not just because of the...

Finally enjoying herself to the fullest, online meme legend and new ace of Live-On Yuki Tanaka now leads a double virtual life—on one hand, her (mostly) wholesome and Awayuki Kokorone persona, and on the other, her booze-loving, girl-worshiping Shuwa-chan personality. But just as she’s getting into the swing of things, Live-On, announces its fourth generation: three new girls who promise to push the limits of what this cast of characters is all about. To make matters worse, the first girl ...

**Beneath the streets of bustling New York City lies a hidden enclave of monsters that live in secrecy and safety—until Frankenstein’s sixteen-year-old son hacks his way to the surface for an unforgettable road trip with Jekyll and Hyde’s granddaughters.“Man Made Boy is monstrously fun.”—John Corey Whaley, winner of the Michael L. Printz Award for Where Things Come Back“A remarkable mash-up of Old World myth and post-modern techno-geek.”—Andrea Cremer, bes...

Short StoryHumblamax the dragon loses his job (guarding the treasure hoard of an Evil Overlord) and finds himself in a difficult economy without any marketable skills. Searching for a little peace and solitude he winds up meeting with the famous knight of legend, Saint George.A humorous re-telling of the classic tale, only this time from the dragons point of view.

These stories are about identity, relationships, and community. They're about hope, acceptance, affirmation, and joy. And most of all, in a time when uncertainty feels inescapable and overwhelming, they're about taking one another by the hand and choosing together to embrace the unknown.The possibilities are endless.This anthology is full of uplifting, affirming short stories about queer possibility by an outstanding lineup of speculative fiction authors including Charlie J...

A kiss is a simple communication. It can also be an exchange, a betrayal, an assault, a promise, a hope...or it could be a goodbye. The intimacy of a kiss cannot be denied. Whether shared, stolen or simply dreamed of, its recipient will be affected. Thirty-one stories by authors from all over the world will tease your imagination as you anticipate 'The Kiss' in each weird or wonderful tale.This cross-genre anthology contains stories by Kate Aaron, Saxon Andrew, Jacques Antoine, Ali...