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The Man Who Crossed Worlds (Miles Franco #1) by ChrisStrange
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Meet Miles Franco, but make it fast. If the cops have anything to say about it, he'll be dead by morning. Miles used to make a living illegally smuggling people between dimensions. That was until the cops caught up with him and made him an offer he couldn't refuse. Now he's chasing an interdimensional drug smuggler across worlds. Gangsters are trying to kick the shit out of him and the cops want to put a leash on him. These days it seems like everyone wants a piece of Miles Franco. But you can only push a man so far before he starts pushing back. And self-control isn't Miles' strong suit. Raw, insane, and hard-boiled as hell, The Man Who Crossed Worlds is a violent fever-dream for those who like their urban fantasy to kick them in the teeth. Note: This novel contains strong language, violence, and sexual situations. ~~~ This book and its sequel, The Man Who Walked in Darkness, are available now at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, and Smashwords. Visit www.chris-strange.com for more information.
The Executioner's Playlist(in-Progress) by LemuelMcMillan
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Leto works for the most feared gangster in New York City as her personal enforcer. He is stoic, relentless, and without fear. His master's name inspires dread in her rivals for they know once she unleashes her executioner lives will be lost. Armored in his hoodie and headphones, Leto faces drug dealers, faeries, shapeshifters, and the devil himself to protect his master's interest. *** When Leto confronts a low-level gang encroaching on The Asha's territory, things take an unexpected twist. Soon he must resist the devil's temptation, entreat the Weird sisters for assistance, and prepare for a war no one is ready for. Old demons and new come converge in hopes of corrupting a man with a terrible destiny as he fights to defend his master's territory and protect the women he loves. Journey through NYC with Leto as he dives down the paranormal rabbit hole head first.
Bereft by rentachi
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Sara Gaspard swore she'd do anything to find those responsible for her sister's death, but teaming up with the Sin of Pride is more than she bargained for. ***** Desperate and dying, Sara Gaspard promises her soul to the Sin of Pride if he'll find the madmen responsible for ruining her life, but they soon discover her wish is more complicated than expected. Together, Sara and Pride delve into a twisted world of insidious plots, occult fanaticism, and paranormal disaster as they search for answers and struggle to survive. As the danger in the city of Verweald rises, Sara and Pride must find the cult before the newest threat haunting the city's bloody streets claims them both. [[Book 1, the Bereft Series]] [[Writer's Debut Watty Award Winner]] [[Readers Choice Award]] [[Original Draft]]
Lucius by cosmicgh0st
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To save her brother, Veronica decides to dig up a vampire's grave and must grapple with the dangers that come with fraternizing with a killer. ***** There's a reason buried things should stay buried. Desperate to save her dying brother, Veronica digs up Lucius' grave--a notorious vampire with endearing charm and a thirst for redemption. Ignorant to the spotlight now on her family after releasing a killer back into the world, Veronica must grapple with her new reality while Lucius is forced to finally face the ghosts from his past, pulling him into the hell he helped create. As enemies begin to draw closer, Veronica finds herself having to choose a side, and leaning toward one she never thought she would. [[word count: 80,000-90,000 words]] Cover designed by Ren Tachibana
Rapture (New Version Available On My Profile!) by athenamaddox
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When Finn wakes up on a pirate ship with no memory, the last thing he expects is to get involved with the dangerous and alluring Captain North. ***** Stuck on a notorious pirate ship with no memories and an injured foot, Finn is as sure of his future as he is his past. Fate has set him in the path of the lawless Imo Gen crew. Finn can't remember how he got there or why, but what he does know is that Captain North saved his life, and he might just be the most handsome man he's ever met. Things get even more dangerous when he discovers that he has a very expensive bounty placed for his capture-and he's not the only one who knows about it. Captain North's brother is looking for Finn with orders from the nobility, but as far as Captain North is concerned, Finn is his, and no one, not even his brother, can take that from him. [Ver. I]
Blood and Bone | 1 by Tencutepuppies
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"𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 π†πˆπ‘π‹ 𝐇𝐀𝐒 π€π‹π–π€π˜π’ 𝐁𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐅 π†πŽπƒπƒπ„π’π’, 𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐅 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐋" Delphinium Tesla is anything but the normal girl she pretends she is, especially not with the power of telekinesis behind her fingertips. Haunting her nightmares are memories of the evil organization that trained her to be a murdering assassin. One of her worst fears comes to life when she is captured by a government organization and forced into a team with seven other enhanced individuals. Along with a strongman, two orphans, one healer, a charming criminal, a slight lunatic and a crime lord, she must take out a rising evil that is killing innocent people for an unknown purpose. This group of criminals have to come together if they have any hope of surviving to unravel the mystery that is not as it seems. But they all must beware: a few of the team members are far more dangerous than they let on. Together, they will endure lies, betrayal and treachery. Ultimately, Delphinium and her crew will have to ask: "Can the past really stay in the past?" Eventually, the truth will emerge... 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐄 π’π€πˆπƒ: "I've never really read anything like this before. And as a first-timer, I fell in love with it. Hard. I'm so glad I chose to read this book because it satisfies me in so many ways. The author writes such a unique story with such unique aspects and I really hope that people take the leap of faith to read it." "Bizarre, action-filled, funny, heart-thumping and so much more!" "I can't help but put in some time to comment and say what an astounding book you have written, I love it so much that I'm begging lots of people to read it and give it a shot. I know it's not something they'll regret, I for sure didn't. This book will go far!" "This is the best book I've read. Beautiful."
BLURRYFACE by kaciam
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In a world where superpowers make you either a celebrity or a criminal, Aether chose a long time ago where she stands. A metahuman who can change her appearance, Aether is currently on top of the game, the public face of government-sponsored superheroes in United America. She does have her share of problems: petty criminals, annoying coworkers, supervillains who have escaped justice for far too long... and the growing sense that being on top of the game just means having a target on her back. At the other end of the scale, the villain Lucid has just been forced out of hiding and back into the game - by a reporter who paid for her nosiness with her life. Lucid reluctantly joins up with the other supervillains and is immediately sucked into a convoluted scheme that could change the definition of superhumanity. Aether is having trouble trusting her teammates as they scramble to keep innocent civilians out of the crossfire. The question is: if Lucid just wants to quit the game, why is she so hell-bent on taking Aether out with her?
Triad Reviews by TriadReviews
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Stranded - A Pirate's Tale - part 1 by OliverPrattAuthor
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There is nothing worse for a pirate than dying on dry land. Except, maybe, swinging two feet above it. When their captain is imprisoned, facing the gallows, the men and women of the Lady Lesya's crew will try everything to break him out--even if it means fighting guards in ridiculous uniforms, bargaining with overweight monsters, and risking the life of the more or less innocent. Add vengeful local thugs, a mysterious killer with a grudge, and some unexpected ghosts to this already perilous task, and the streets of Puerto Seguro turn into a bloodbath. To get out of the town alive, the brethren of the coast will have to act not just as a crew, but as a family. ___________________ As it's a pirate story not created by Disney, expect strong language, violence, gore, and allusion to sex. But also humor, strong characters, and a touch of love. The story, three years and a half in the making, is now complete (and under revision). ____________________ Magnificent cover by @Tweeter109 Awesome headers by @FayLane
The Witch's Bottle by Echo4Echo
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NOW AVAILABLE - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHKJ8V6F Heights Police Officer William Kelly finds himself entangled in a harrowing battle against the shadows of his past. Haunted by the horrors he witnessed in war-torn Afghanistan and Iraq, this courageous Marine must grapple with more than just his inner demons. When an enigmatic occultist sets in motion a diabolical plan to resurrect a 400-year-old witch, Kelly is thrust into a realm of unimaginable terror. Darkness clings to his every step, threatening to consume him whole. With time running out, he is compelled to embark on a treacherous quest, determined to hunt down an ancient evil and unearth the secrets hidden within a witch's bottle. As the timeless battle of good versus evil unfolds, Kelly must confront the shocking truth behind an extinct Religious Assembly, weaving together the threads of history, forbidden knowledge, and untamed power. 2022 AWARDS "This definitely one of the best books I've read lately, and I enjoyed it so much." - The Count Awards. πŸ₯‡1st Place - THE COUNT AWARDS πŸ₯‡1st Place - THE SAVANT AWARDS (Mystery) πŸ₯‡1st Place - THE SAVANT AWARDS (Horror/Thriller) πŸ₯‡1st Place - THE GRAND LIBRARY AWARDS πŸ₯‡1st Place - THE ROSE GOLD AWARDS πŸ₯‰3rd Place - THE COALITION AWARDS πŸ₯‰3rd Place - THE APRIL AWARDS (Action/Adventure) πŸ₯‰Runner Up (3rd place) - SERENDIPITY AWARDS πŸ…Honorable Mention - THE PUNK ROCK AWARDS