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Mattie, an intelligent automaton skilled in the use of alchemy, finds herself caught in the middle of a conflict between gargoyles, the Mechanics, and the Alchemists. With the old order quickly giving way to the new, Mattie discovers powerful and dangerous secrets - secrets that can completely alter the balance of power in the city of Ayona. This doesn't sit well with Loharri, the Mechanic who created Mattie and still has the key to her heart - literally.

The year is 2375, and the world has been drained of most of its natural resources. In order to preserve their dying planet, the government puts The Digital Life Initiative into action. Those deemed of low economic value are placed into a state of cryogenic sleep, their minds connected to a myriad of virtual worlds. They become digital citizens, living out their lives in virtual cities. Kadia Greene wasn’t someone who had any interest in the virtual worlds, unlike her brother who spent his days wasting away in a VR capsule. 

Conor and his allies return from the quest for the Sword of Categym to find the Galel kingdom under siege. The forces of the Empire of Ar-Annator gather on the frontier, and the Marines must fight their way through enemy lines to reach friendly territory. To make matters worse, an attempt is made on King Uven’s life, grievously wounding him. As traitorous elements among his retainers make a grab for the throne, a deeper, darker, sorcerous plot makes itself felt. The Empire has planned this for a long time. The foul things they’re in league with have been planning longer still.

The traps have been sprung, the secret is out, and the house of cards is falling. As the empire crumbles, Mattie and Dimitri fight for survival and a love that ranscends transformation.

These stories wrestle with the experience of loss—of loved ones, of relationships, of a sense of self, of health—and forge a path to hope as characters fight their way forward. From bestsellers and SPFBO finalists to rising voices, 13 exceptionally talented authors explore the many facets of grief and healing through the lens of fantasy and sci-fi.

'Just the right mix of dangerous and magnetic' CARISSA BROADBENT 'A love story as all-consuming as it is lethal' THEA GUANZON 'Nothing short of a masterpiece' H. M. WOLFE ‘I screamed, I cried, I was left absolutely breathless’ NISHA J. TULI 'Your newest romantasy obsession' KATE GOLDEN 'You...

As the human population continues to decline, most people travel south to maintain a semblance of the life they know. Entire cities are abandoned. But following a senseless act of violence, one man travels north, toward forgotten lands. Is it possible for a loving husband and father, surrounded...

On Navuh's island, secrets are currency and trust is a luxury no one can afford. When an unexpected offer promises freedom, Dimitri and Mattie must decide how much they're willing to risk, and how much of themselves they'll need to sacrifice. Back home, Annani will stop at nothing to find her lost mate, even if it means making a deal with the devil.

Kadia Greene believed she had found her place in the digital realm, but her new life is upended when she is abruptly pulled back into the harsh reality she thought she had left behind forever. Torn between the lure of returning to her digital haven and the unresolved issues of her past, Kadia faces the daunting challenge of navigating her new circumstances while grappling with a fractured sense of self. Each decision she makes now will not only define her future but also force her to reconcile the person she was with the person she must become.

Having ascended to the prestigious role of High Priestess of Philosophia Naturalis, Kadia Greene faces challenges that push her to her limits. Tasked with restoring ancient teachings and gathering followers, she embarks on a perilous journey with her friends. As they traverse dangerous terrains and navigate political intrigue, cities are forsaken, mountains are set ablaze, and temples are constructed on secluded peaks. Yet, amid her feats, Kadia grapples with a deteriorating mental state, often losing track of time, reality, and even her own identity.

A delightful and engrossing fantasy debut featuring an intelligent heroine and her guardian, a royal musketeer. Caelum is an uninhabitable gas giant like Jupiter. High above it are the Risen Kingdoms, occupying flying continents called cratons. Remnants of a shattered world, these vast disks of...

In Victorian England, where science is ruled by men and power is guarded by privilege, Dr. Eleanor Farringdon makes a discovery that could redefine medicine—and threaten the very foundations of society. Brilliant, principled, and dangerously ahead of her time, Eleanor’s research draws the attention of Arthur Pembroke, a man whose influence reaches far beyond the laboratory. He offers her what no institution ever has: access, protection, and a seat among the powerful. But progress, Eleanor soon learns, is never free.

With those fateful words, Bladerunner’s captain placed herself and her crew in the hands of providence. They left Londë in the care of its new Sentinel, Tahlexi Evergarden, and once more braved the void between worlds. Within days, the ship and crew found themselves entering yet another strange new universe but one with unexpected similarities to Earth’s own. Shortly after their arrival, William Thorne implores Captain Omandi to deviate from the Compass’ path.

Police inspector Sebastian Brown served Queen and country in India before returning to England to investigate supernatural crimes alongside the Order of the Round Table. If his wifeless, childless life feels a little empty sometimes, that's not too great a price to pay in the name of duty. Minerva Shaw is desperately seeking a doctor when she mistakenly lands on Sebastian's doorstep. Her daughter Ivy has fallen gravely ill with a mysterious illness-the same illness, it seems, that's responsible for taking the lives of many of Ivy's classmates.

It's been a year since Hazel's older sister was murdered by the killer the newspapers dubbed Jack the Ripper. And she's tired. Tired of watching her brilliant father lose his inspiration for tinkering. Tired of her family withdrawing from hunting, even as she takes on the family legacy. And she's tired of being the Harker, a legendary vampire hunter. Worse, not only is she battling vampires nightly, she's also fighting against societal norms that label her an old maid and improper, and very nearly led her to be hospitalized for mania.

Game design is more than just mechanics—it's a blend of psychology, storytelling, and innovation. In Game Alchemy, we break down the secrets of engaging game design, gamification, and interactive experiences. Whether you're a developer, educator, or entrepreneur, join us in the lab as we experiment with the magic behind great games!

Writing Alchemy is storytelling that centers intersectional characters, including a fairy tale series that combines humor and magic with serious topics, and a tabletop role-playing series about the adventures of disabled and mentally diverse heroes.

An epic sci-fi fantasy set 1,000 years in the future, after a terrible cataclysm has set upon our world. It follows the choices a father-turned-assassin makes. Strange things are afoot, and many things are in play. We explore a world distant yet familiar to us through three sets of eyes and see the hardships, challenges, and triumphs.

Ender's Game meets The Matrix in this mind-bending science fiction audiobook podcast. From Nebula-nominated author Jake Kerr, creator of the popular Thieves Guild fantasy series, comes a near-future thriller where everyone has escaped to the wondrous life of virtual reality. Including the criminals.And the most dangerous criminal in the world is Sunday, the leader of the terrorist group the Order of Days, whose sole mission is to destroy the false paradise of VR and return people to the land of reality.While on a simple reconnaissance job, young FBI agent Gabby Kane stumbles upon Saturday, a ...

The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn’t abandoned the world.From Jake Kerr, the Nebula-nominated writer of the popular Thieves Guild epic fantasy audiobook podcast, comes the story of an alternate history where the industrial revolution destroyed the world's reliance on magic. In 1938 Manhattan, where magic is practically forgotten, young Tommy Black lives in an apartment with his reclusive grandfather. Until one day on a walk to their favorite restaurant they are attacked by ominous shadow creatures. Shocked to find out that his grandfather is a formerly famous archmage that wields ...