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Brewed with Love
by Shelly PageA cozy sapphic romantasy about a teen witch trying to keep her family&’s apothecary up and running, with a little help from her ex-best friend—and first crush.&“Brewed with Love will charm readers with its magic potions, quirky town, sweet romance, and witchy vibes.&” —F.T. Lukens, New York Times bestselling author of OtherworldlyPlant witch Sage Bishop intends to run her family&’s apothecary one day. The doors just have to stay open until she can take over from her nana. That&’s why she spends all her time perfecting a tonic that&’ll put Bishop Brews on the map.She certainly doesn&’t need their latest hire—and her ex–best friend—Ximena Reyes causing any distractions. Alas, at the first sight of Ximena&’s cheeky smile, Sage flees the shop, allowing someone to break into Bishop Brews and steal the tonic she&’s been tinkering with, one that wipes their high school cheer captain&’s memory.With Bishop Brews now at risk of being shut down, Sage reluctantly partners with Ximena to find the culprit. As the mystery deepens, so do pesky old feelings. Their first kiss and Ximena&’s subsequent ghosting keep replaying in Sage&’s mind. Will she be able to resist Ximena&’s charm, or will she let it work its magic for a second chance at love?
A Broken Spirit (Craft Blessed)
by AR BryantAsyl&’s life shattered the day of his Awakening, when he should have received his Craft from the goddess but was labeled a Void and cast aside by his own family instead. Now, years later, he's survived the unthinkable and carved out a quiet existence—until Lord Kende Ruvyn enters his life. Fated by destiny, the connection between them is undeniable, but Asyl&’s haunted past makes him wary of trust, love, and hope. As they navigate their bond, dark secrets of betrayal, pain, and a twisted conspiracy against Voids threaten their fragile relationship. With enemies closing in, Asyl must face his deepest fears and unlock a power he never knew he had to protect the man who swore never to abandon him. A thrilling tale of love, redemption, and magic, A Broken Spirit will sweep you into a world where fate may be the only thing that can heal a broken soul.
The Broposal
by Sonora ReyesFrom the author of The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School, two best bros fake an engagement–but will their friendship survive? It&’s about time roommates Alejandro and Kenny get married. Or at least, that&’s what all their close friends and family think when they announce their engagement. The kicker? The two are faking their whole relationship so Alejandro can get a green card. But if Han was going to marry anyone, it would be his ride or die since second grade. Han has never been able to put down roots, and the only one who truly breaks through his walls is Kenny. Sweet, sensitive Kenny is newly single, and what better distraction from his soul-sucking relationship than proposing marriage to Han? Kenny can&’t think of anything more fun than spending his life with his best friend, even if it&’s just for a piece of paper. But as Kenny keeps up the charade, he&’s soon struggling to resist their sizzling chemistry. The line between fact and fiction begins to blur the closer they get to their wedding date. With all eyes on Han and Kenny—including a meddling ex and immigration officers—will these two bros make it down the altar for real?
But Not Too Bold
by Hache PueyoThe Shape of Water meets Mexican Gothic in this sapphic monster romance novella wrapped in gothic fantasy trappingsThe old keeper of the keys is dead, and the creature who ate her is the volatile Lady of the Capricious House—Anatema, an enormous humanoid spider with a taste for laudanum and human brides.Dália, the old keeper’s protégée, must take up her duties, locking and unlocking the little drawers in which Anatema keeps her memories. And if she can unravel the crime that led to her predecessor's execution, Dália might just be able to survive long enough to grow into her new role.But there’s a gaping hole in Dália’s plan that she refuses to see: Anatema cannot resist a beautiful woman, and she eventually devours every single bride that crosses her path.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Camila Núñez's Year of Disasters
by null Miriam Zoila PérezCuban-American Camila Nuñez has always been afraid of the future. Maybe it's because her mami seems to make worrying about her a full-time job or because she’s uncomfortable in her own skin. But whatever the cause, she can’t seem to shake her anxiety and panic attacks. So when Camila's best friend gives her a tarot card reading for her birthday, she believes it when the cards portend terrible things to come. As the year unfolds, the cards seem to be spot on—is her papi having an affair? Will her best friend’s love life tank their friendship? Is her new, nonbinary love interest going to break her heart like the girl in Miami did?Whether she likes it or not, Camila is forced to reckon with all the ways her fear about the future is ruining her life, and what it will really take to get back on track.
The Case of the Missing Maid (Harriet Morrow Investigates)
by Rob OslerThe acclaimed author of the Anthony, Agatha, Macavity, and Lefty Award-nominated Devil&’s Chew Toy delights with the first in a new historical mystery series set in turn-of-the-19th-century Chicago, as America is entering its Progressive Era and Harriet Morrow, a bike-riding, trousers-wearing lesbian, has just begun her new job as the first female detective at the Windy City's Prescott Agency . . . Rough-around-the-edges Harriet Morrow has long been drawn to the idea of whizzing around the city on her bicycle as a professional detective, solving crimes for a living without having to take a husband. Just twenty-one with a younger brother to support, she seizes the chance when the prestigious Prescott Agency hires her as its first woman operative. The move sparks controversy—with skeptical male colleagues, a high-strung office secretary, and her boss, Mr. Theodore Prescott, all waiting for her to unravel under the pressure . . . Only an hour into the job, Harriet has an assignment: Discover the whereabouts of a missing maid from one of the most extravagant mansions on Prairie Avenue. Owner Pearl Bartlett has a reputation for sending operatives on wild goose chases around her grand estate, but Harriet believes the stunningly beautiful Agnes Wozniak has indeed vanished under mysterious circumstances—possibly a victim of kidnapping, possibly a victim of something worse . . . With Mr. Prescott pushing a hard deadline, Harriet&’s burgeoning career depends on working through a labyrinth of eccentric characters and murky motives in a race to discover who made Agnes disappear. When her search leads to Chicago&’s Polish community and a new friendship in Agnes&’s charming older sister, Barbara, clues scattered across the city slowly reveal just how much depends on Harriet&’s inexperienced investigation for answers . . . and the deep danger that awaits once she learns the truth.
Celebrity Vet's Second Chance
by null Ann McIntoshA TV vet&’s plans for a quiet life are derailed when the local vet at his final filming location turns out to be none other than the man he&’s never forgotten! Find out what happens in Ann McIntosh&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance! HOT-SHOT VET SEEKS RURAL LIFE! Rob Sandoval has spent his whole career practicing animal medicine under an alter ego—TV vet Vic! But constantly being on the road takes its toll. He wants somewhere—and someone—to call home. So this charity documentary in small-town South Carolina is his last. Which makes working with local vet Jonah Beaumont, the man he&’s never forgotten, feel like fate… Only, it&’s obvious Jonah craves the big, adventurous life that Rob&’s leaving behind. Wanting anything more than to satisfy their instant, unyielding attraction would be unwise… Wouldn&’t it?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
The Central Avenue Poetry Prize 2025 (Central Avenue Poetry Prize)
by Beau AdlerImagine having access to the finest debut poetry from a diverse array of emerging poets, all conveniently compiled in a single volume. The second instalment of The Central Avenue Poetry Prize maintains the exceptional standard set by its inaugural edition.This second volume of The Central Avenue Poetry Prize offers a collection of depth and breadth from poets worldwide and of various backgrounds. Readers will find a tapestry of emotions—heartache, longing, laughter, and the essence of life itself—each poem capturing human creativity and experience. From anecdotes to reflections, from tales of beauty to moments of raw truth, this collection serves as both a tribute to the art form and a poignant reminder that writing is an extension of living—an act of expression that allows us to reveal ourselves and connect with others.
Cherry Blossoms After Winter: Volume 2 (Cherry Blossoms After Winter)
by BamwooNever has a final year of high school had so many new beginnings. The second volume of the fan-favorite BL manhwa turned K-drama, now in print for the first time.Seo Haebom had only just gotten used to having his friend-turned-distant-housemate, Jo Taesung, acknowledge his existence, but now it seems like they might actually be...friends again? As Taesung brings Haebom into his social circle, Haebom discovers not only how much he&’s missed his childhood playmate, but how much more fun high school can be if he has the confidence to stop being such a wallflower.But after so many years of a predictable—if lonely—life, Haebom now can&’t seem to stop his world from changing too quickly. Just as he begins to enjoy his new normal, Taesung starts acting like he might want to change their relationship yet again, this time to something more than friends.Volume 2 includes episodes 16-30 of the webcomic Cherry Blossoms After Winter.
Chrysalis Cage
by Becky BlackFreedom fighter Jarrett Blake’s escaping from prison after months of torture and solitary confinement, but his bid for freedom ends when his stolen ship crashes into a remote moon. He wakes to find himself with two broken legs and helpless in the care of Marc Satie, a technician stationed alone at an isolated monitoring station. Marc saved Jarrett’s life, but was it an act of mercy or does he want to claim the reward on Jarrett’s head? It’s a big reward -- as Jarrett’s the galaxy’s most wanted terrorist.Jarrett gradually recovers under Marc’s care and seduces him, hoping Marc will never turn his lover over to the authorities. As time passes. Jarrett begins to think of it as more than a seduction. Marc is beautiful, gentle and kind and Jarrett’s had none of those things in his life for a long time.But Marc has a secret and the exposure of it will show Jarrett he’s been in more danger than he ever realized. Marc is not the man Jarrett thought he was. After the truth comes out, Marc proposes a daring plan. If it succeeds they can walk away together as free men. But they have very different ideas about where they’re walking to.
Cleavage: Men, Women, and the Space Between Us
by Jennifer Finney BoylanWhat is the difference between men and women? Jennifer Finney Boylan, bestselling author of She’s Not There and co-author of Mad Honey with Jodi Picoult, examines the divisions—as well as the common ground—between the genders, and reflects on her own experiences, both difficult and joyful, as a transgender American.Jennifer Finney Boylan’s She’s Not There was the first bestselling work written by a transgender American. Since its publication twenty years ago, she has become the go-to person for insight into the impact of gender on our lives, from the food we eat to the dreams we dream, both for ourselves and for our children. But Cleavage is more than a deep dive into gender identity; it’s also a look at the difference between coming out as trans in 2000—when many people reacted to Boylan’s transition with love—and the present era of blowback and fear. How does gender affect our sense of self? Our body image? The passage of time? The friends we lose—and keep? Boylan considers her womanhood, reflects on the boys and men who shaped her, and reconceives of herself as a writer, activist, parent, and spouse. With heart-wrenching honesty, she illustrates the feeling of liminality that followed her to adulthood, but demonstrates the redemptive power of love through it all.With Boylan’s trademark humor and poignancy, Cleavage is a sharp, witty, and captivating look at the triumphs and losses of a life lived in two genders. Cleavage provides hope for a future in which we all have the freedom to live joyfully as men, as women, and in the space between us.
Clever Little Books: Martial’s Epigrams and Sexual Knowledge in Early Modern Europe
by Ian Frederick MoultonClever Little Books explores the role of Latin commentaries on the Roman poet Martial as a medium for the transmission of sexual knowledge among male elites in early modern Europe. Valued for its wit and concision, Martial’s sometimes shocking poetry was highly regarded in early modern humanist culture, and editions with detailed scholarly commentary circulated widely. Clever Little Books explores how unexpurgated editions of Martial’s poetry created a significant cultural space for discourse on illicit and non-procreative sexual practices in the early modern period. The early modern commentaries give detailed information on all aspects of sexuality described in the poems, and they constitute a fundamental site of encounter of the early modern period with the world of antiquity. Drawing on early modern scholarly discourse around canonical Latin poetry, as well as handwritten marginal commentary by individual readers such as the English playwright Ben Jonson, Ian Frederick Moulton traces the conflict between ancient sexual mores and the sexual culture and traditions of Renaissance Europe, including later attempts to censor Martial’s texts. By focusing on the sexual knowledge transmitted through editions of Martial, Clever Little Books sheds light on an overlooked but important aspect of early modern sexual discourses, attitudes, and knowledge.
Comedic Timing: A Modern Romance (831 Stories)
by Upasna BarathMoving to NYC means a fresh start for Naina, until an unexpected connection has her questioning everything she thought she knew about love, ambition, and her place in the world.&“People who've been &‘that woman crying on the subway just after moving to New York&’ will feel so seen. (It's me. I'm people.) Comedic Timing is a raw depiction of romance and friendship, featuring all the complexity of navigating sex and love as a bi woman.&” —Kate Goldbeck, author of You, Again Naina Rao is ready for this to be her year: She&’s entered her mid-twenties, landed a steady job, broken up with her intensely passionate older girlfriend Sofia, and committed to hustling her way into a creative career. But the city doesn&’t exactly embrace her with open arms – at least not until she meets David, an aspiring filmmaker and collaborator who makes New York start to feel like home. But is this a professional connection or a romantic one? And does opening herself up to a relationship with David mean compromising her sexual identity and her aspirations? The third book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre&’s enthusiastic fans. For more pleasure reading, follow @831storieshq.
Confessions: A Novel
by Catherine Airey"Confessions is a remarkable debut. A complex and compulsive read that unravels the intricate twists and revelations among three generations of women with elegance and urgency." —Miranda Cowley Heller, author of The Paper PalaceFor fans of The Goldfinch and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, a mesmerizing and absorbing debut that follows three generations of women from New York to rural Ireland and back again.New York City, late September 2001. The walls of the city are papered over with photos of the missing. Cora Brady’s father is there, the poster she made taped to columns and bridges. When a letter arrives from an aunt she didn’t know existed in Ireland with the offer of a new life, the name jogs a memory: an old videocassette game Cora used to play as a child where two sisters must save the students of a mysterious boarding school.County Donegal, 1974. An eclectic group of artists known as the Screamers arrives in Burtonport and moves into the old schoolhouse down the road from where Róisín lives with her older sister Máire. Alternately kind and cruel, brilliant artist Máire is a mystery to Róisín, as is Máire’s relationship with the boy next door, Michael. When the Screamers look to hire an artist in residence, Róisín enlists Michael’s help to get Máire the job, setting in motion a chain of events that will put an ocean between the sisters and threaten to tear them apart forever.Burtonport, 2018. Lyca Brady lives in a sprawling old house with her mother, Cora, and great aunt, Ro. Abortion has just been legalized in Ireland, and Lyca is struggling to find herself outside her mother’s activism. An unexpected message from a childhood friend sends Lyca searching her house’s mysterious attic, with its strange collection of old medical equipment, piles of paperwork, and dusty boxes of ancient video games. There, she unearths secrets hidden for decades—secrets perhaps better left unknown.Catherine Airey’s haunting debut spins a mesmerizing story of family and fate, survival and revelation, examining the irresistible gravity of the past—how it endures through generations, pervasively present even when buried or forgotten.
Contested Curriculum: LGBTQ History Goes to School (Q+ Public)
by Don RomesburgToday, many states have proposed so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bills that prohibit public school teachers from mentioning LGBTQ topics in the classroom. But a few states, like California, have taken decisive steps in the other direction. They mandate inclusive education that treats LGBTQ history as essential to the curriculum. At once a history of an evolving movement and an activist handbook, Contested Curriculum navigates the rocky path to LGBTQ-inclusive K–12 history education in the United States and recounts the fight for a curriculum that recognizes the value of queer and trans lives. What began in fits and starts in activism and educational materials across the late twentieth century led to the passage of California’s landmark FAIR Education Act in 2011, ensuring that LGBTQ history has a place in the K–12 classroom. Historian Don Romesburg, the lead scholar who worked with advocacy organizations to pass the act, recounts the decades-long struggle to integrate LGBTQ content into history education policy, textbooks, and classrooms. Looking at California and states that followed its lead, he assesses the challenges and opportunities presented by this new way of teaching history. Romesburg’s powerful case for LGBTQ-inclusive education is all the more urgent in this era of anti-gay book bans, regressive legislation, and attempts to diminish the vital role that inclusive and honest history education should play in a democratic nation.
The Corruption of Hollis Brown
by K. AncrumFrom acclaimed author K. Ancrum comes a queer romantic thriller in which the lives of Hollis, a boy in search of meaning, and Walt, a spirit with unfinished business, collide when Walt takes possession of Hollis's body...and maybe his heart. For fans of Adam Silvera and Aiden Thomas!Hollis Brown is stuck. Born to a blue-collar American Dream, Hollis lives in a rotting small town where no one can afford to leave. Hollis's only bright spots are his two best friends, cool girls Annie and Yulia, and the thrill of fighting his classmates.As if his circumstances couldn’t get worse, a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger named Walt results in a frightening trap. After unknowingly making a deal at the crossroads, Hollis finds himself losing control of his body and mind, falling victim to possession. Walt, the ghost making a home inside him, has a deep and violent history rooted in the town Hollis grew up in and he has unfinished business to take care of.As Walt and Hollis begin working together to put Walt’s spirit to rest, an unspeakable bond forms between them, and the boys begin falling for one another in unexpected ways. But it’s only a matter of time before Hollis’s best friends begin to notice that something about Hollis isn’t quite…right.With the threat of a long-overdue exorcism looming before them, will Walt and Hollis be able to protect their love and undo the curse that turned their town from a garden of possibility into a place where dreams go to die?The Corruption of Hollis Brown has already received four starred reviews!"Ancrum’s tight writing style is perfect for this gritty thriller: simultaneously clipped and lyrical...The novel’s rich tenderness for the town, its residents, and their ghosts makes it a must-read. Queer resilience at its finest." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A psychologically thrilling and emotionally intimate tribute to bettering one’s own circumstances—and those of one’s community—and the selflessness of love." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Walt and Hollis’s romance is as intense, stark, and heartfelt as the romances in Ancrum’s previous works...their growth as people is both genuine and rewarding to watch." —ALA Booklist (starred review) "A knack for creating characters who are bigger on the inside is on full display here...as Ancrum’s two-boys-one-body setup rests on a delicate balance of voice that never falters...A profoundly beautiful, strange, and introspective love story, at turns soothing and scalding." —School Library Journal (starred review)"This is a magnificent piece of speculative fiction that will have readers waiting for more from this author." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Courting Apollo
by Feral SephrianSkylar has already seen plenty on his vacation tour down the Italian coast, but nothing as breathtaking as the man he meets on an overnight ferry to Sicily -- Francesco, nicknamed Apollo by his friends for his beauty and musical aspirations. While the rest of Skylar’s group are all out partying, Skylar does his best to charm Francesco’s friends and find an opportunity to invite him back to his room.But is it too much to ask for one night with a would-be god? Or will the sun rise on a happy ending for this sudden romance?
Cover Story
by Celia LaskeyA hilarious, emotional love story about an extremely anxious publicist who's tasked with keeping an extremely gay starlet in the closet - but who ends up falling for her instead.It's 2005, and Ali is a publicist for Hollywood's biggest stars. Part of her job entails keeping gay celebrities in the closet-which is pretty ironic, since she's a lesbian herself. When Ali is assigned a new client, Cara Bisset, upcoming star of a (hetero) romantic blockbuster, keeping Cara's sexuality under wraps becomes Ali's biggest challenge yet. Bold, unpredictable Cara hates that she has to hide such an integral aspect of her identity, and after a series of increasingly close calls, Ali is sent on her worldwide promotional tour to help with her image. Instead, she finds herself drawn to Cara's confidence and bravery. For the past year, Ali has been consumed by grief after unexpectedly losing her partner. But with Cara, Ali's fears about the world subside, and she begins to question the Hollywood closeting system that she contributes to. As Cara's fame rises, both Ali and Cara have to decide which is more important: success or a chance at true love?****PRAISE FOR COVER STORY:'Cover Story is a sharply written, delightfully boisterous novel about celebrity, publicity, anxiety, and sexuality that is both a celebration of love and an insightful examination of loss. It will be the smartest and sexiest romantic comedy you'll read this year' CAMILLE PERRI, author of THE ASSISTANTS and WHEN KATIE MET CASSIDY 'Cover Story is everything you want a rom-com to be-hilarious, heartbreaking, sexy, and filled with early aughts nostalgia. I defy anyone to not be swept off their feet by Hollywood heartthrob Cara Bisset' LAURA KAY, author of MAKING IT
Cover Story
by Celia LaskeyFrom the author of Under the Rainbow, a hilarious, emotional love story about an anxious publicist who's tasked with keeping an extremely gay starlet in the closet—but ends up falling for her instead. It's 2005, and Ali is a publicist for Hollywood's biggest stars. Part of her job entails keeping gay celebrities in the closet—which is pretty ironic, since she's a lesbian. When Ali is assigned a new gay client, Cara Bisset, who's breaking onto the scene with a (hetero) romantic blockbuster, keeping Cara's sexuality under wraps becomes Ali's biggest challenge yet. Cara is unruly and unpredictable, and hates that she has to hide her identity. After a series of increasingly close calls, Ali is sent on the worldwide promotional tour for the movie to help keep Cara in line. Instead, she finds herself drawn to Cara's confidence and bravery. For the past year, Ali has been mired in grief after losing her partner in a freak accident. But with Cara, Ali's fears about the world subside, and she begins to question the Hollywood closeting system she&’s helped perpetuate. As Cara's fame continues to rise, both Ali and Cara have to decide which is more important: maintaining the status quo, or risking it all for another chance at love.
Dead Man Walking
by PelaamGaren and Luke are called into investigate a particularly bloody murder. Their investigation leads them to a gang whose members are being targeted by a demonic entity.Concerned at not hearing from his older brother, Kartik calls his mother’s home. She assures him all is well, but he doesn’t get to see Sunil, even though he’s sure his brother is nearby.Two worlds are about to collide as the human desire for vengeance merges with a demonic need for flesh. Can the beast be found before it unleashes its appetite on the innocent and guilty alike?
Deerstalker
by Nicole M. ZaunbrecherIn seventeenth-century Germany, as an ugly war rages through the countryside, an otherworldly nightmare spends years stalking a small Bavarian village. The villagers have built their entire lives around their curse and the hefty toll it demands, pushing away new arrivals who could be affected by it. Just as winter settles in, a young traveler wanders into the unwelcoming village. He comes face to face with the very thing that haunts it. In doing so, he sets events in motion that threaten to pull the village apart by its already fraying edges. Steeped in the rich history of seventeenth-century Germany, Deerstalker is a supernatural horror story entwined with a tantalizing LGBT+ romance.
Demonica Box Set
by PelaamThis box set contains all seven stories in Pelaam's best-selling MM fantasy series, Demonica, in which a team of paranormal beings and humans guard the world from the forces of darkness. Contains the stories:Ange et Demon: Matteo, a human agent, is surprised to be partnered with the newest arrival -- the demon Vilmos, who prefers to work alone. When Vilmos upsets Matteo, he incurs the wrath of Priel and Ull, the team's powerful angel and demon pairing.Tales from the Sea Vixen: The Sea Vixen carries a team that helps to protect the world from attacks from dark forces. Answering a distress call, a small team is sent to investigate. When a newly freed demon takes Nathan, the team races against time to save him, body and soul. Frank will fight a demon from hell to protect the man he loves.Daimon: Daimon, a empathic demon aligned with neither the dark nor the light, lives in a remote part of New Zealand for the scenery as much as the lack of people. When he senses someone's despair, he investigates -- not that the memory of the gorgeous man who'd moved in nearby recently has anything to do with his interest -- only to find out more about his new neighbours than he expected.Becomes the Rose: Although Tarin's long-term relationship ended recently, he still decides to go on the long-planned camping trip with his ex. But when he wakes up after an argument about sharing a bed, he finds his ex gone. He can't believe his luck when he stumbles upon a nameless hamlet. But are the friendly, gorgeous men who live there his saviours or his downfall?Haunted by the Past: When Jared finds a house that suits him, he doesn't expect to find himself attracted to the gardener, Evander. Each man is haunted by something. When a ghost from Jared's past appears, they must fight for their own happiness, even if it means exposing themselves and the truth.Through a Glass Darkly: Radley Middleton is a down to earth kind of guy. His love life, though, is non-existent, and lately, the dreams he’s had for years no longer seem to be just dreams. The day he found the mirror was the day everything started to change.The Painting: Drake seeks solitude halfway around the world. He thinks he’s fallen in love with a ghost when Nate, a character from one of the paintings finally steps free of its confines. But the truth is far more deadly. Can even combined forces of light save Nate and prevent Drake becoming another victim.
The Devourer
by Alison AmesAdrasteia Dantes always knew she’d be a pirate captain. She just didn’t know she’d be seventeen years old when it happened.Adra takes the helm of the Worldeater after her half-brother Cameron attacks their father and steals a priceless treasure map. Now, the young captain has only one desire: revenge. She will restore her father’s honor by killing her brother, reclaiming the map he stole, and finding the legendary treasure at the grave of the first pirate king. But when Adra discovers her brother’s ship destroyed and his crew dead, spare a sole survivor, she learns there’s something lurking in the sea that’s killing pirates, taking entire ships down with ease. Adra takes the girl prisoner in hopes of tracking down Cameron, but no one will survive to see the treasure if they don’t find and stop the Devourer first.If Adra wants to save her ship, she’ll have to strike a deal to help the Devourer reclaim something that was taken from her long ago. But it seems that their individual quests for vengeance might be leading them to the same end . . . .
A Different Hurricane
by H. Nigel ThomasTwo gay men with a lifetime of secrets face their insular, homophobic island’s rancour.Growing up in neighbouring villages on the tiny island nation of St Vincent, teenage best friends Gordon and Allen are secret lovers until they are forced apart their community’s traditional expectations and their fear of how others will react. They each complete their university studies abroad, encountering worlds where there is less hostility toward LGBTQ+ people. Tempted to stay, both men ultimately return home, hiding who they are.Their secret lives come at the expense of others, and Gordon’s wife, Maureen, is the first to be irreparably harmed. She has confided her secrets to an accusatory journal, and it is now up to Gordon to keep it from the local media and the unforgiving eyes of the authorities. If the truth is revealed, he and Allan will be the next victims.
Direct Descendant
by null Tanya HuffThis cozy horror novel set in modern-day Toronto includes phenomenal characters, fantastic writing, and a queer romance—the perfect balance of dark and delightfulThis stand-alone novel from the bestselling author of the Peacekeeper novels mixes the creepy with the charming for plenty of snarky, queer fun—for fans of T. Kingfisher, Grady Hendrix, Sangu Mandanna and Erin SterlingGenerations ago, the founders of the idyllic town of Lake Argen made a deal with a dark force. In exchange for their service, the town will stay prosperous and successful, and keep outsiders out. And for generations, it&’s worked out great. Until a visitor goes missing, and his wealthy family sends a private investigator to find him, and everything abruptly goes sideways.Now, Cassidy Prewitt, town baker and part-time servant of the dark force (it&’s a family business) has to contend with a rising army of darkness, a very frustrated town, and a very cute PI who she might just be falling for…and who might just be falling for her. And if they can survive their own home-grown apocalypse, they might even just find happiness together.Queer, cozy, and with a touch of eldritch horror mixed in just for fun, this is a charming love story about a small-town baker, a quick-witted PI, and, yes, an ancient evil.