The world had been trapped within the maddening storm for as long as history could date: This storm was known to all as the Maelstrom. No crew nor explorer dare step foot beyond the barrier; stories have been told of those that have.... ....and never returned.

Can a woman who cannot hear speak loud enough to be heard? Can she force people who deal in appearances to look past the surface to the real problems beneath? ---------------------------------------- In the aftermath of an assassination attempt on the president, Trauma Specialist Dr. Aria "Ria" Brewer is called in to provide counseling for one of the victims of the shooting. In the process she finds herself drawn ever more into the inner workings of the White House and, in particular, to the enigmatic personality of the Chief of Staff, Leo McGarry. Struggling with feelings she never expected to come up again, especially not for such an older man, Ria must also scramble to find her footing in a world where opinions can have far reaching effects and consequences. Slowly she comes to realize that the shooting trauma runs far deeper than many are willing to admit and that too many eyes on the opposing side and in the Democratic party are watching for any hint of weakness. "A Silence Full of Sound" is about the profound, unexpected love between a younger deaf woman and an older hearing man both of whom work in politics. It's a story about accessibility and seeing people as more than their age or their demons or even their disabilities.

[Available for preorder!] Zelda Ravensdale wants to graduate from Madame LeBleu's School for Godmothers at the top of her class, but with her magic acting up, she must prove herself worthy by completing a special mission from the headmistress herself. Lonely Crown Prince Leo has no interest in becoming king. When he wishes away his crown, he sets off a series of events that risk upsetting the balance of magic in the modern world. The fairies need an ally on the throne to keep magic under their control and as a lover of the magical sciences, Leo is the perfect candidate. Now Zelda must convince Leo to keep his crown, but that's easier said than done. When they discover a magical organization bent on stealing magic for themselves - and taking out the crown prince with fairy sympathies - every Happily Ever After and even their lives are on the line.