Drama
Alabaster – The Elemental Pentology: One
Ariadne Pautina
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Trigger Warnings
Adoption; alcohol use; blood and gore; explicit content; gambling; manipulation; mass deaths / murder; physical assault; sex; suicide; torture; violence
Katya Iskralin has returned for revenge. She is fighting alone and must act without betraying her true self, her location, or the secrets hidden, sealed deep in her soul. Old enemies and newer threats pose a risk to the very world itself, with an old God believing Katya has returned for war.
Shadow’s Light
Sylvie Helstaff
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Trigger Warnings
adult content, explicit sexual situations, stalking, discussion of past domestic violence, description of panic attacks/ptsd, and violence
Ghosts and creatures never scared Zori, not when she’s seen what monsters humans can be. So when she bought a house with a reputation more haunted than her nightmares, she wasn’t worried about who or what came with it. When the strange new human moved into his house, the Shadow wanted her gone, the same as all the rest. But when he sees how haunted she already is, he can’t but want to know why. Two very unlikely housemates who just might hold the keys to setting each other free.
The Billionaire’s Curvy Match
Sonia Rompoti
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Trigger Warnings
no trigger warnings
Grace Mitchell never expected to fall for the billionaire single dad she was sent to investigate. Ethan Reed has spent years protecting his heart, but Grace shakes his world in ways he never saw coming. When secrets come to light, love is put to the ultimate test. Will their passion survive the truth, or will their Valentine’s match be over before it begins?
The Menagerie
Ariadne Pautina
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Trigger Warnings
Abortion; abuse / abusive relationship; bestiality; dubious consent; drug use; incest; infidelity; manipulation; murder; nightmares; physical abuse / assault; rape; sex / sexual abuse / sexual assault; spiders / suicidal ideation; torture; violence
From the opening short story to the final poem, The Menagerie combines varied themes and genres which explore darker experiences with an empowering message of hope. This anthology is a cohesive combination of 55 tales delivering strength.
No matter how hollow you may feel inside. This is a series of creative interpretations of how survival can be brutal, can be beautiful, and can lead you to the brink of destruction before escape is found.
The Con
Rachel Rosato
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Trigger Warnings
Mild violence, kidnapping, emotionally abusive relationships, substance abuse, severe depression, explicit language
Elsie and her friends are looking forward to letting loose at WyvernFest, a popular cosplay convention. After leaving a toxic relationship, Elsie is eager to have fun and feel like her old self again, but the group’s plans take an unexpected turn when the headlining celebrity guest — Elsie’s idol, Tamara Jenkins — fails to show up to her events. Unsure of whom they can trust, the group must work together to unravel the truth and bring Tamara home safely before it’s too late.
The Broken Wife
Kay Elem
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Trigger Warnings
Death of a family member, Adultery, Physical/Emotional Abuse, Childbirth(loss), Sexually Explicit Scenes, Gun/Drug Violence (brief mention)
Aileen remains haunted by the memory of her husband’s tragic death when years later a clue emerges, reigniting her trauma and plunging her into a dangerous path of secrets and lies.
Cooper is used to solving mysteries but never expects to become entangled in Aileen’s case. Neither can deny their growing attraction as they work together to uncover the truth. As secrets are revealed, both must tread carefully, for the answers they seek could destroy everything.
Scars and Burns
M.C. Lawson
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Trigger Warnings
This book contains but is not limited to the following trigger warnings. It is a work of fiction and much has been embellished. Please continue with caution and take care of yourself first.
Dinalia vows to never be afraid in the face of danger again. Lonely and isolated in her own soul,she wonders if she’ll escape the utter nothingness of her own soul until she locks eyes with a
boy turned man.Aeron is ready to burn this world to the ground, rising as its only king. His final task, kill Dinalia. Countering the darkest magic and enduring mass torture. All his training couldn’t prepare him for the sadness and despair he sees in her eyes, and the desire he feels in his soul.
Amid the Darkness
Nia A Quin
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Trigger Warnings
Implied murder, Some violence, Spice level 1 (kissing, groping, talk about sex, not graphic), Vampire, Death of a parent, Depression, Sense of abandonment
17 year old Sophia has it all. Sophia also has a secret. Her mother ran off, leaving Sophia to take care of her brother on her own. When James arrives in town as her teacher, Sophia feels an irresistible attraction toward him. She tries to stay away but the more she does, the stronger the attraction becomes—until James reveals he has a secret of his own. Sophia’s world begins to unravel once again as she battles to keep her brother safe without exposing herself or revealing who James truly is.
Dance of the Shadow Walkers
Angelina Bruno
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Trigger Warnings
Sexual scenes, physical violence, death scenes, physical abuse, emotional abuse, kidnapping, mental health, depictions of rape, mentions of child abuse.
Nicodemus Crawford has lived a very secluded life. He’s always been a weird kid, who can talk to the dead and hunt demons. His parents are a pretty big deal; they’re the gods of Life and Death, and that means Nick has some big shoes to fill. When his powers become too much to handle Nick is brought to the world of Elementals. What happens when an ancient force is after him? How much can one control their destiny when the universe has already pathed a clear path for you?
Sun On Your Back
Naira Khan
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Trigger Warnings
This book contains depictions of domestic violence, incest, and familial trauma. Reader discretion is advised
Sun on Your Back, the compelling debut novel by Naira Khan, unravels a dark family secret when Shaan calls her sister, Diara in London, with devastating news: their father is dead and their mother claims that she killed him. Set across Zimbabwe and the UK, this gripping tale explores themes of domestic violence, incest, and the bonds of sisterhood as Diara confronts her fractured past and navigates the truth. A haunting tale of survival, resilience, and unearthing buried pain.
