***THE WATTYS 2021 & 2022 - SHORTLISTED ENTRY*** The fragile peace between the two ancient kingdoms of Han and Jin is put at risk when traitors within Han start sowing seeds of discord from inside the royal court. For the future of both nations, Jiang Ming Yue, the youngest princess of Jin and a martial arts natural with an extraordinary secret, goes undercover alone in the Han palace with a mission to find out who is so intent on leading the two kingdoms down a path back to war. However, things take a dangerous turn when she becomes much more directly involved in Han political intrigue than she intended, particularly as she finds herself growing increasingly attracted to Han's enigmatic second prince. For Zhao Weisheng, he knows that the beautiful young woman who has entered the palace is much more than she seems but, as his interest in her grows, he can't help but question his true motive for wanting to keep her near him. What will happen when attempts on both their lives force them closer together? And, even if they survive the various forces aligned against them, can there truly be any future for a Jin princess spy and a Han prince? Highest rankings: #1 in historicalmystery #1 in epicromance

Ein vom Krieg durch Nachtwesen gespaltenes Reich, eine junge Frau die das Problem des ganzen zu sein scheint und ein erfahrener Ritter dem zu spät bewusst wird das der wahre Kampf im Leben einem anderen Ziel folgt als zu töten. Amelia wünscht sich nichts mehr als endlich aus ihrem Leben als Leibeigene Magd entkommen zu können. Doch hätte sie gewusst welche Folgen dieser Wunsch mit sich bringt, hätte sie ihn wohl auf der Stelle verworfen. Es war ein Gemetzel. Blut, Gedärme, Knochen lagen auf dem Boden wie Blätter im Herbst. Qualm der brennenden Häuser stach ihr in den Augen. Zähne aus vor geifer triefenden Mäulern schnappten an ihren Ohren vorbei, während ihr Herz aus dem Brustkorb zu springen drohte. Gewaltige Klauen von gelbäugigen Kreaturen geführt, drohten ihre Kehle zu durchtrennen.... Aus der Ferne rasselten Schwerter auf Klauen. Während Amelia ihre Augen schloss, bereit sich von dieser Welt loszusagen, durchbrach ein Silber leuchtendes Schwert den Brustkorb ihres Angreifers. ------------ Ja, es sind Rechtschreibfehler enthalten ;D

Whistleblower is now published as a Paperback, and E-book with W by Wattpad Books. As Wattpad reader you can read the original version and get details for Published book inside. ***** A journalism major gets tangled up with the beloved quarterback of her university's football team when she uncovers a scandal involving his coach. ***** Laurel Cates is a people-watcher. She's determined to get through college without stepping on any toes or causing a scene, and so far, it's going pretty well. But when Laurel uncovers a scandal involving the head coach of Garland University's beloved football team, she knows she has to do the right thing. Even if her classmates don't believe her. Even if her boss tries to fire her from the side job she desperately needs. Even if the heart-of-gold quarterback, Bodie St. James, seems hell-bent on hating her for writing the article that got Coach Vaughn put under criminal investigation (a feat which proves difficult when Laurel and Bodie wind up in the same group for a class project in BIO 108: Human Sexuality). ***** (#9 NewAdult, #3 TeenFiction. The Fiction Awards nominee for Best Romance, Best Diverse, and Best Overall. Reader's Choice Award finalist.) © 2020 Kate Marchant

As the leader of Knight Security and the handler of all four special operative teams, Hunter Hall's life revolved around bringing order to a world of chaos. After growing up in a military family, Hunter followed in his father and brother's foot steps, sharing the same passion for issuing punishment to those who brought harm to others. With a permanent scowl and hard exterior, Hunter is all work and no play, with very little patience or desire for love and nothing could change that - or so he thought.

Kinsley Wright didn't come from money, but her friendship with Mafia princess, Adriana Romano, flung her into a lavish world that was luxurious and intimidating all wrapped into one. When she gains the attention of wealthy mafia bad boys, Dane Moretti and Tyson Santoro, her world is knocked off it's axis and seems to stop turning all together. As her feelings grow for both deliciously dangerous men, Kinsley feels forced to choose between them, but what if she doesn't have to? What if they are ready and willing to share her...to make her theirs?

Book III of SEIZE THE DAY, Winner of the 2014 Wattys Instant Addiction Award. If you haven't read Book I or Book II, SEIZE THE DAY and CHAINS OF FATE, please do! There are spoilers ahead! **** THE SHADOWS ARE DESCENDING. After the dreadful battle with the Drakain Therin, Lannie Brackenbury found out that a malicious entity known as the Shadow is bent on destroying Etheia. With the rumor of its origin in Balua, she sets out for the desert country with her allies in the hope of finding the Shadow. Along the way, she must also convince the countries of Balua, Drush, and Tekin to abolish slavery. But what Lannie soon finds out is that abolishing slavery in Nor sent a shock wave through Etheia. Hatred for the Harbingers runs rampant, and when she meets the ambitious leader of an underground syndicate that fights against slavery, she soon understands that abolishing slavery will be harder than she ever imagined. With the oppressive Shadow lingering behind everything she does, Lannie experiences destructive, terrifying visions about Eden's past, and she soon realizes that Eden knows more about the Shadow than she lets on. Lannie doesn't know who to trust any longer. Even Prince Titus seems to be hiding something, and when she discovers a devastating secret about her future with him, it will tear her world apart. And Lannie must decide if her world is worth saving. **** Cover: Model © Angie and Jamie via lisajen-stock.deviantart.com; Background and Circle © Evey-V via evey-v.deviantart.com; edited by me

** Winner of the 2014 Wattys Instant Addiction Award ** Book 1 of the SEIZE THE DAY series In a world of magic and chaos, seventeen-year-old Lannie Brackenbury has only ever wanted to be alone in Aria. Two years after her mother's death, Lannie has finally found a place in the world where she can live peacefully. But when she is forced to tutor at Aria's castle and encounters the infuriating Prince Titus, her life takes a turn for the worse. Unwillingly forced into a realm of pompous Royals and unpredictable magic, Lannie must survive murderous naiads, man-eating water horses, and the antics of a prince who can't seem to leave her alone. But when Lannie discovers that someone is out to destroy the royal family, she must do everything in her power to uncover the truth before it's too late. Even if it means sacrificing all that she has ever known.

Declan "Boss" Packard is dominating and powerful, with a deep need for control. Being the leader of a Special Ops team at Knight Security, his missions are priority and his teammates are his life. The word "love" has never been a part of Declan's vocabulary and he has never been interested in romantic bullshit, but Lexi Bradshaw changes that in an instant. Lexi awakens every protective and possessive fiber of Declan's being, but when her past returns to haunt her can Declan surrender his need for control in order to save her life?

„Bisher habe ich immer gedacht, dass alles, was mir widerfahren ist, mich verkorkst hat. Dass ich so wie ich bin gar kein Glück finden kann. Aber hier in Grays Armen werde ich eines Besseren belehrt." *** Gray und Row könnten nicht unterschiedlicher sein: Er ein gefeierter Eishockeystar, sie eine fleißige Studentin, die sich am liebsten aus allem raushält. Geprägt von den schlimmen Erfahrungen, die Row und ihre beste Freundin Alexis in der Schule durchstehen mussten, hat Row kein Vertrauen mehr zu anderen Menschen. Erst recht nicht zu Kerlen mit viel zu viel Selbstvertrauen. Eine lange Nacht bringt Row trotzdem mit Gray zusammen - doch was passiert, wenn alle Mauern fallen gelassen werden? Triggerwarnung: Diese Geschichte behandelt die Themen Mobbing und Essstörungen.

Millionär Ryan Storm hat alles im Griff - bis auf seine sechsjährige Tochter Mariah! Doch Hilfe naht: in Person von Kindermädchen Kelly. Innerhalb kürzester Zeit verdreht die hübsche Brünette Ryan den Kopf. Aber darf er hoffen? Schließlich scheint Kellys Herz vergeben... Einen ganz ganz lieben Dank an @ThisIsMyTrue für diese schöne Cover! :* Schaut doch mal bei ihr vorbei!