Born Like This

 

 

She went back in time to rescue him.

She never counted on falling in love…

Born Like This

Maizemerized Book 2

by Maggie Blackbird

Genre: Historical Paranormal Time-Travel Romance

She went back in time to rescue him.  She never counted on falling in love…

Alma Whitecrow prefers hunting and fishing with men, not romancing them. But hearing about the roguishly handsome coureur de bois, who saved her sister from the Dakota, haunts her thoughts and dreams. Well-versed in surviving the wilds, Alma resolves to travel to the mid-eighteenth century, as her sister once did, to save the man from impending death.

Charlot Baudelaire thumbs his nose at society’s expectations, content living as a loner, trading with people he calls the Saulters. If he needs a woman for the night, there is always a willing maiden. What he doesn’t expect is a spunky and stubborn female warrior to challenge him.

Charlot is not the man Alma dreamed about, and Alma is not the kind of woman Charlot pursues. But the longer they are together, the more drawn to each other they become, until Alma faces the biggest decision of her life. Stay with a man who may never reciprocate her love, or return to her Ojibway home and bland existence.

 

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Born For This

Maizemerized Book 1

She’s always been obsessed with her ancestors, and now he’s offering her a chance to live with them... forever.

Second-year university student Edie Whitecrow gobbles up each course on Indigenous studies. If only she could experience the lives of her Anishinaabe ancestors instead of reading about them. On her way to a Halloween party decked out as a historical Ojibway maiden, she spies a corn maze in a spot known to be barren.

A scarecrow figure beckons Edie to enter with the enticing offer of making her biggest wish come true. She jumps at the chance and finds herself in the past, face to face with the man who haunts her dreams—the handsome brave Thunder Bear. He claims he’s spent twelve years waiting for Gitche Manidoo to send her to him.

Life in the eighteenth century isn’t what Edie romanticized about, though. When her conscience is tested, she must choose between the modern day or the world of her descendants—where the man she was born for resides.

 

What readers are saying:

“This novel is true to history while still spinning a lovely tale of love. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves historical and time travel romances.” –Goodreads Reviewer

“The story had me glued to the pages from start to finish. Loved and recommend this book.” –B&N Reviewer

“Based on prior reading from the author, I knew this would be a great book. I had no idea just how much I’d love it.” –BookBub Reviewer

“Once I started reading, I was not putting this book down.” –Goodreads Reviewer

 

This is one of the best romance novels I’ve ever read in my entire life. This book will pull you in full force and make you feel so many different emotions.” –Goodreads Reviewer

 

 

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An Ojibway from Northwestern Ontario, Maggie resides in the country with her husband and their fur babies, two beautiful Alaskan Malamutes.  When she’s not writing, she can be found pulling weeds in the flower beds, mowing the huge lawn, walking the Mals deep in the bush, teeing up a ball at the golf course, fishing in the boat for walleye, or sitting on the deck at her sister’s house, making more wonderful memories with the people she loves most.

 

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Greed

 

 

Some desires can't be satisfied... only claimed.

Greed

7 Deadly Sins MC #4

by Kay Maree

Genre: Dark MC Romance

PAYTON
Greed – Defined by the dictionary as an excessive and insatiable desire for more wealth, power, or possessions than one needs.
I’m not the type of girl who wants or needs all that.
The only thing I am greedy for is my freedom.
Freedom to live.
Freedom to be free.
But...
Darkness is my burden.
It clings to me daily, trying to drag me down into its cold clutches.
I do my best to fight its pull, but sometimes surrendering to its power is more alluring than living in fear.
Pain = Love Bear or Man?
Being with another man scared me more than the darkness chasing me, but then I met him...
He knocked down all my carefully constructed walls...
He unlocked all my dark fantasies I had kept hidden for so long, and he savoured every single one, stoking the fire to a crescendo that living without him now wasn’t an option.
Jag was my Dark Broken Angel...
The man who brought me back to life.

JAG
Payton came waltzing into my life with a broken smile that drew me in.
Had me craving things I had blocked out years ago.
In her mind, Love = Pain, and I was on a mission to prove her wrong at every turn, even if that meant watching her from the shadows until she was ready for me...
Us.
One sheltered look lured me in.
One kiss brought me back to life.
All her dark fantasies she locked away, afraid to set free, were now mine.
Payton is my imperfect, perfect sin...

 

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Kay Maree is a mother and a wife. Born and raised in Newcastle, NSW Australia.

Her passion was to show her children that you are never too old to make your dreams come true.

Which is what lead her to write and publish Angel Mine in 2017.

With support from her family and friends, Kay has managed to accomplish something she never thought she could.

And she just hopes you fall in love with her characters as much as she has.

 

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Campfire Tales to Chill the Bone

 

 

A collection of creepy stories and poems sure to leave you shaking to the bone.

Campfire Tales to Chill the Bone

A Collection of Short Stories and Poems

by R.O. Lando

Genre: Horror, Thriller Anthology

Pull up a log, lean into the glow of the fire, and prepare yourself for stories that chill, unsettle, and linger long after the last page.

 

Campfire tales meet modern horror in this collection of short stories and poems, each crafted to capture the thrill of a ghost story told under the stars. From eerie encounters and haunted places to strange whispers carried through the night, these tales explore the shadows of imagination and fear.

 

Perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Creepshow, and late-night urban legends, this anthology is filled with unforgettable moments:

 

* Chilling short stories that twist folklore and fear into something new

* Haunting poems that capture the spirit of All Hallows’ Eve and beyond

* A campfire framing device that makes every story feel like it’s being told just for you

 

Whether you’re looking to relive the thrill of childhood ghost stories or discover fresh nightmares to keep you turning pages, this book is an invitation to step into the dark and listen closely.

For readers young at heart, horror fans, and anyone who knows the best stories begin with the crackle of a fire.

 

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R.O. Lando is a versatile storyteller whose work spans thriller, horror, supernatural, romance, adventure, and fantasy. With three published novels that have received high praise from readers, Lando crafts emotionally resonant and genre-blending narratives that linger long after the final page. Drawing from his experience as an EMT, he brings a raw and unflinching perspective to human struggle, resilience, and the fragility of life. His writing is often described as cinematic and immersive, blending the visceral tension of real-life emergencies with the imaginative depth of fiction. Inspired by the likes of Stephen King and Guillermo del Toro, Lando began writing at a young age but has spent the last four years honing his craft with serious intent. With several new projects in the works, he continues to push creative boundaries, delivering gripping stories that defy expectation and resonate across genres.

 

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Kuro-Sil

 

 

In a galaxy nearly conquered by Reptuuls, one boy will change everything, 

not by destroying them, but by befriending them instead.

Kuro-Sil: The Book of Humans, Reptuuls, and God

Book 1

by Michael Small

Genre: Science Fiction Fantasy

I am the Chronicler, hear my story:

In the year 5027, humanity will be enslaved by an alien race called the Reptuuls.

But what if I told you a young boy befriended their oppressors?

Orren Hawkins is a boy with a dream: to make friends with the Reptuuls, no matter the cost. It won't be easy due to the Reptuuls hatred of humanity. But by the grace of a long forgotten God, Orren has found two great and unusual friends, and they must learn to work together to rescue enslaved humans, as part of their destiny to unite man and Reptuul under God.

There's just one problem: Orren is himself a drulak, a slave of Reptuuls. Can he still accomplish his dream?

Will you dare read the true story of a forbidden friendship no government wants exposed? Then welcome, one and all, to the legend of the Kuro-Sil!

"This book was so different from anything I’ve read and I enjoyed it. Small did such a great job with this storyline and plot." - Yvette Garcia, Goodreads, 4 stars

"I found the whole concept of this book fascinating." "It’s a brilliant debut from the author." - Tami Wylie, Goodreads, 5 stars

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Michael Small didn't plan on becoming an author. He initially wanted to be a video game programmer, though he couldn't wrap his head around the subject. But he always had a story to tell, and seeing how woke and especially anti-Christian messaging had started infesting modern entertainment, he dropped out of college in 2016 and taught himself how to write, spending the years since creating his own world, which became his debut novel Kuro-Sil: The Book of Humans, Reptuuls, and God.

Michael is a Christian and goes to church regularly, using his faith to inspire his stories. He is also an avid gamer, and has been playing video games since he was three. He mainly likes pop culture stuff like movies, tv, and more recently manga, but he likes to try many things, like going on walks and drives, and working out (though he's not a pro at it).

He is currently thirty two years old and lives in Washington state.

  

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Murder in Plain Sight

 

 

In a city built on lies, trust is the deadliest weapon.

Murder in Plain Sight

The Jason Hunter Series Book 3

by Natasha Orme

Genre: Crime Thriller 

In a city built on lies, trust is the deadliest weapon.

A red carpet premiere. A prison riot. A death in one of London’s most exclusive restaurants.

The connection should be impossible, but personal security specialist Jason Hunter knows better. Beneath the glamour and power lies a network built on greed, control, and secrets worth killing for.

As the pressure builds, Jason is forced into a dangerous game where every move could be his last. And in a world this corrupt, the truth won’t set you free… it will get you killed.

Will this fight be his last?

 

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Wesley Gray

Aurora’s, London

Friday 17^th June

Wesley Gray was a very rich man. And that made him very happy.

He’d spent the first 20 years of his life grafting hard, right up until he found himself in the world of financial banking. Specifically, as a hedge fund manager. From there, it was a cutthroat rise to the top. And he wasn’t ashamed to say he’d screwed a fair few people along the way.

But that was the beauty of being so filthy rich. He didn’t need to worry about shit like that anymore.

He could do what he wanted, when he wanted. And on Fridays, he wanted to be sitting at his regular table at Aurora’s, Soho’s chicest restaurant. Known for its flamboyant history as a former brothel, Aurora’s was an exclusive club for the mega-rich.

Which is exactly where he was.

It wasn’t a big place, but it was still decadent in every way imaginable, with tables spaced far enough apart that multi-million-pound business deals could be discussed without the risk of being overheard. It was famed for its extensive drinks list with wines from all around the world, some of which were almost a hundred years old. And the best part? The Michelin-star, world-renowned chef in the kitchen delivering a fresh menu every week.

The room was accented with deep red walls, plush leather chairs, and artwork from the latest talent London had to offer. It was full, as it always was. It took months to get a table at Aurora’s.

But Wesley Gray had a permanent reservation.

Second table along, at the front. Far enough away from the door that he wouldn’t be disturbed, but close enough that he didn’t feel like he was at the back of the room.

The waiters all knew him.

He tipped generously, so they knew to anticipate his every whim.

Now in his fifties, Wesley Gray had long since retired. If retired was even the right word. Sure, he owned London’s largest investment firm that spanned multiple continents and had huge offices in all the major worldwide cities; New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, and San Francisco to name a few. They were just his favourites, and he visited them all regularly, mostly for pleasure, not business.

Turns out when you’re not chained to a desk from 6am to 9pm, there’s a lot of pleasure out there in the world. A lot of women who would happily throw themselves at him. And he didn’t even need to treat them well.

Opposite him sat his latest conquest. She was tall, long-legged, and had black chin-length hair. He’d surprised himself really, because normally he was into big-boobed blondes, but this one had practically fallen into his lap at the fundraiser gala on Tuesday, and she was deliciously submissive in the bedroom.

The waiter approached the table to take their order.

“Good evening, Mr Gray,” he said.

“My usual wine,” said Wesley Gray. “And we’ll both have the chef’s special.”

The menu didn’t offer a chef’s special. But it had become a tradition of sorts. It normally resulted in a hand-picked dish from the menu with an added flourish.

The waiter nodded, jotted the order down onto his little pad and then disappeared from the table, taking the menus with him. Another thing he liked about this place – it was old school.

No mobile phones allowed inside. Which meant no cameras. Making it the perfect place to meet with people you didn’t want to be seen with by the paparazzi. It didn’t stop them camping outside almost 24/7, but it did offer a modicum of privacy that was impossible to get anywhere else.

Less than five minutes later, another waiter appeared at the table carrying the already uncorked wine. He showed Wesley Gray the bottle and poured it into the wine glasses on the table. Normally, Wesley Gray would be offered the courtesy of tasting the wine before being poured an entire glass.

He glanced up at the waiter and realised that it wasn’t a face he recognised. In fact, it was a perfectly neutral face, the kind you forgot almost instantly after seeing it. The waiter didn’t smile or acknowledge him in any way. He simply finished pouring and paused as Wesley Gray brought the wine to his lips and took a sip. Then the waiter gave a small nod of his head and left.

Frowning, Wesley Gray took another sip of the wine, wondering at the strange behaviour. It tasted perfectly fine. Not that he was a wine connoisseur by any means, he just liked the feeling of power that came from buying expensive things.

Glancing across the table, his date looked bored. Her eyes were flitting around the room, clocking the different faces sitting at the tables, and he immediately regretted bringing her. But there was nothing he could do about it now.

He opened his mouth to speak, but a wave of dizziness overcame him and he gripped the arm of his chair. His breath came in frantic pants and the glass of wine slipped from his fingers, spilling on the plush cream carpet as he gasped for air.

Desperately, he pushed his chair away from the table in an attempt to stand up, but he couldn’t breathe. By now, restaurant-goers were turning to stare at the commotion, and several waiters rushed forward to assist as he fell to the floor.

“Someone call an ambulance!” shouted his date, horror written all over her face.

But it was too late.

Wesley Gray was dead.

I’m a book-loving, writing enthusiast. I love to travel, drink tea and pet every animal I meet. When I’m not elbow deep in the writing world, you can usually find me being silly and having fun with my young son.

 

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