Hell’s Highway (Hell’s Vengeance Series Book 1) by Ian Fortey & Ron Ripley Available April 17

Author: Ian Fortey & Ron Ripley

Murder is on the rise along hell’s highway…

When Detective Jacinta Perez calls on former Marine, Shane Ryan, to look into a bizarre series of deaths, the ghost hunter quickly confirms a supernatural connection to the crimes. Lost souls call out to him, all clamoring for justice to be served.

But when Shane’s investigation leads him to a body hidden in the woods, he suddenly finds himself a suspect in the crimes. Framed for murder and with Jacinta getting kidnapped, Shane must use all the help he could get to destroy supernatural evil, once and for all.

Will he succeed in stopping the murders?

Or is it only the beginning of his terrifying journey to hell?

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Funfair by Sam West Available April 17

Author: Sam West

THE FUNFAIR HAS COME TO TOWN.

They arrive in Broadgate on the morning of October 31st and take over the clifftop park. Hordes of carnival folk in a convoy of black vans with one-way windows. It’s almost as if they’ve come from nowhere…

High fencing is erected around the park and they get to work, assembling the stalls, rides and tents away from prying eyes. And, while they work, clowns patrol the perimeter, handing out fliers to passers-by.

Tonight, they will put the fun into funfair, and hundreds will flock here to partake of the jollities, to experience something that is part funfair, part circus, and part amusement park ejected straight from the deepest bowels of Hell…

Most will have so much fun, in fact, they might just stay forever…

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From the Beginning (Uncommon Bonds Book 3) by William E. Noland Available April 17

Author: William E. Noland

A devastating flood and a chance encounter trigger a rapid-fire series of events that again pit Lotte Schwarz and Eric Schneider against challenges both mortal and supernatural.

After a fortuitous meeting, Lotte discovers yet another otherworldly portal, but others are also hot on the trail of this artifact.

When Lotte disappears, Eric must walk a tightrope to find her, all the while safeguarding their terrible secrets. As the danger escalates, humankind’s destiny may well hang in the balance.

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Fleeing from Peace: Part 2 (Centrum Glacies) by Ross Ellison Available April 17

Author: Ross Ellison

Faustus, Trent, Jyona, Siobhan, and Aldin have all successfully found the Adventurer’s Guild and made it beyond the initial trials. But they have not escaped their pasts and present. With hints that some of their competitors might be their enemy, the five will need to keep their friends close and these adversaries even closer. Completely separated from their peaceful lives, it is slowly becoming clear that their lives only grow more dangerous by the minute.

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Captured by Lauren Biel Available April 17

Author: Lauren Biel

Love has never been enough within these walls

Alexzander

Every day feels the same. Beaten down, conditioned to hurt others, and unable to feel anything resembling love. My existence is a hollow shell of what it could be, until I find her.

The woman I capture turns my world upside down. She’s unlike any victim I’ve taken before, and her will to survive leaves me intrigued. As I get to know her, I start to understand what’s right and just how much of my life has been wrong. But I can’t let her go, no matter how much I want to.

Ophelia’s become my obsession, and I know that I’ll do anything to keep her with me. Our bond is twisted and complicated, built on a foundation of captivity and control. It’s not healthy, but I can’t help how I feel.

She’s mine, and I won’t let anyone take her away from me.

This dark horror romance has extreme content. Full list of content warnings on Laurenbiel.com. Please read responsibly!

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Between by Jo Buer Available April 17

Author: Jo Buer

In a house full of secrets, one woman’s need for the truth may cost her life.

Ink still wet on her divorce papers, Rhea Harding arrives at Cambre House yearning for nothing more than sanctuary from the horrors in her past.

The sprawling estate offers romantic décor and lush gardens… but it’s all just a picturesque façade. As the sun sets and shadows creep, the house shows itself to be something else. Something secretive. Something sinister. And its occupants, at first so welcoming, are keeping its secrets to themselves.

Unable to leave and unsure who to trust, Rhea’s hold on reality begins to slip away. Will she lay bare the truth of Cambre House? Or sacrifice her sanity—and life—for the peace she so desperately sought?

If you enjoy raw emotion, haunting prose, and spine-tingling suspense, then you’ll love Jo Buer’s newest gothic novella. Immerse yourself and discover the truth of what lies Between. Buy your copy now and read today!

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The Vengeful Spirit by Benjamin Otaigho Available April 16

Author: Benjamin Otaigho

The story revolves around the tragic death of a young woman named Sarah, who committed suicide after being bullied by her classmates. Her vengeful spirit begins to haunt those responsible for her death, including Emily, one of her former classmates. Emily sets out to uncover the truth about Sarah’s death and attempts to put her spirit to rest.

Through her investigation, Emily discovers the role that bullying played in Sarah’s death and confronts her own complicity in the bullying. With the help of a psychic, Emily is able to communicate with Sarah’s spirit and ultimately puts her to rest, finding closure for both herself and Sarah.

The story highlights the importance of mental health awareness, the dangers of bullying, and the power of community in coming together to overcome tragedy. Emily emerges as an advocate for these causes, determined to make a positive change in the world.

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The Sorrowsmith by Andy Monk Available April 16

Author: Andy Monk

My name is Beatrice Clay.

Part of me died during the first world war. Most of the rest died during the second.

This is the story of that life.

It is not the life I would have chosen, but it is the life my choices made for me.

I lived most of it in a cottage by the sea. I told myself I was its prisoner because it was easier to believe the sea isolated me from the world rather than the husband who took my fear, weakness, and love and made chains from them to bind me to him for his own dark purpose.

I told myself the things I almost saw out of the corner of my eye could not be real, that the night’s malevolent whispers were just my own sorrows and insecurities giving voice to the sea, the wind and the creaks and sighs of an old, salt-scoured house.

Our home was not haunted. No monster stalked the shadows. No phantoms taunted me.

I convinced myself my children were safe. They were happy here, and I could endure anything, even my husband’s strangeness and cruelties, for them. Because they were all I had, and I could not leave the prison my husband made for us.

It was far better to question my sanity than to believe they were in danger from things that could not be real.

Even after something took my baby from me…

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Dark Fairytales : Quick Bites Chapbooks by Leanbh Pearson Available April 16

Author: Leanbh Pearson

We’ve all read fairytales as children – swooning princesses cast under spells by evil witches, unwary bargains made the Fae beings, mermaids longing to be human and experience true love, and the evil stepmother who tries to kill her stepdaughter out of jealousy. These were cautionary stories of good and bad social and moral behaviour.

But there is a much darker side to many of classily loved fairytales. Dark Fairytales explores this shadowy landscape of Fae beings granting the desires of humans who later come to regret their bargains. Stories of a girl who is gifted fine new shoes but then she nor other around her can’t stop dancing until her feet are ruined and she stands among the dead. Snow White is a story of royal intrigue, attempted murderer and revenge.

Dark Fairytales is a collection of 10 new microfiction and short stories inspired by fairytales. Each story has an Artifical Intelligence (AI) generated image specific to each story.

Prepare yourself for the dark and savage world of fairytales as you’ve never known them!

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The Black Blade Trilogy : A Trans Pyromancer’s Awakening by Alexander Charalambides Available April 16

Author: Alexander Charalambides

You’ll love this dark but compelling set of fantasy tales filled with magic and adventure.

The Black Blade Trilogy is a darkly imaginative, contemporary fantasy as well as a fun read for anyone who’s ever had that fish-out-of-water feeling or been in the wrong place at the wrong time. With firm roots in the story of King Arthur and the legendary sword Excalibur, the story draws on elements of celtic myth to spur the hero on, or as one reviewer of Black Blade puts it “Black Blade is a well written story and has everything from action to paranormal and was very enjoyable to read.” – Bookbub Reviewer Joannee828

A novel is more than the story within it. The way the story is told is important too.

Using various points of view as well as the present tense, Alexander Charalambides takes his readers inside the main characters as the action happens; you’ll feel like you’re right there with American teens Lance and Megan, experiencing the magic and danger first hand as our college student heroes set off on a forbidden quest lead by three elderly and eccentric wizards.

The story is fast-paced and exciting, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing, all the way through short stories featuring the wizards in their youth through to the three full-length novels and one, never before seen novella, Merlin’s Quest, written especially for this collection.

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An Assassin’s Vengeance by Tom Cleverly Available April 6

Author: Tom Cleverly

An Assassin’s Vengeance is a gripping dark fantasy novel that takes readers on a journey through an unforgiving world of danger and magic.

The story follows the journey of Gilmir, a tortured elven assassin seeking revenge against those who have wronged him. He has lost everything that mattered to him, and only his determination and desire for revenge have kept him alive. His path to vengeance is not a simple one.

Along the way, Gilmir meets young Ada. The runaway street girl possesses a rare gift which has made her a target for those who seek to use her powers for their own gain. Ada is initially wary of the somber elf, but she eventually finds he is her only hope of survival in a world filled with danger and death.

As they travel deeper into the heart of darkness, Gilmir and Ada discover the true nature of their enemies. They uncover a plot that threatens the very fabric of their world, and they must work together to stop it before it’s too late.

The action in An Assassin’s Vengeance is fast-paced and intense, with plenty of thrilling battles and confrontations. The magic system is well-developed, with a variety of spells and abilities that add depth and complexity to the story.

Despite the dark and gritty nature of the story, Cleverly infuses the novel with hope and redemption. Gilmir and Ada both have their own personal demons to confront, but they find strength in each other and their shared mission. If you are looking for a thrilling and engaging read, then “An Assassin’s Vengeance” is definitely worth your time.

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Titanlord : Child of Prophecy (Titanlord Series Book 3) by M.G. Darwish Available April 6

Author: M.G. Darwish

A hero with a destiny. A prophecy that could save or doom the world. A final battle that will decide the fate of legends.

Griffyn Haikrou has become Titanlord. He has fought his way through gods and monsters, friends and foes, lies and truths. He has sacrificed everything for a chance to stop the prophecy that threatens to destroy all life.

But his journey is not over yet. The sky has turned red, and the hour of reckoning has come. He must face his ultimate enemy: himself.

Will he fulfill his destiny or succumb to his own power? Will he save the world or doom it to eternal darkness?

Titanlord: Child of Prophecy is the third and final book in the Titanlord Series, an epic fantasy for adults. If you like heroic quests, mythological twists, and breathtaking action, then you’ll love this thrilling conclusion.

Grab your copy of Titanlord: The Final Hour today and witness the end of an epic saga!

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A Kingdom Of Courage And Cruelty (The Levanthria Series Book 3) by A.P Beswick Available April 6

Author: A.P Beswick

Tormented by a curse and his own misdeeds. Can a fallen knight claim redemption by saving a realm on the verge of ruin? Orjan Varega suffocates under a crisis of faith. Trapped in the form of a fearsome lizard man by an ancient Elven spell, the once-renowned knight sleeps rough, drinks hard, and struggles to survive as a bounty hunter. But after a boy who offers him food falls prey to ruthless thugs, the protective fighter comes to the child’s aid and gains a formidable enemy.

As a brutal faction calling themselves the Wyverns terrorizes the land, Orjan agrees to bring them down in exchange for a sorceress’s help ending his enchantment. But when he’s blackmailed into entering vicious gladiatorial pits, he fears each vile clash takes him one step closer to truly becoming a monster.

With his brutality unleashed for the bloodlust of crowds, can he cling to his inner hero and claw Eltera back from the brink?

A Kingdom Of Courage And Cruelty is the fast-paced third book in the Levanthria fantasy-retelling series. If you like complex characters, gritty action, and dark tales, then you’ll love A.P Beswick’s battle to the death.

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The Kindness of Witches (The Doctor William Gilbert Mysteries Book 2) by Leonard Tourney Available April 6

Author: Leonard Tourney

In sixteenth century England, fear of witchcraft abounds. But witches are not the only source of evil, as Dr William Gilbert will discover …

When Dr William Gilbert is caught in an Essex snowstorm, his life is saved by a strange, wolf-like dog. Taken in by the family that owns the animal, he is nursed back to health in an eerie, isolated building with a terrible history, where the cries of a child echo through the corridors at night.

Having recovered, William is pleased to leave the Old Priory, but equally grateful to the husband, wife and daughter that saved him. So, when the women are accused of witchcraft and seem certain to be burned, he feels duty-bound to help them, despite the dire warnings of his father.

To the people of sixteenth-century Essex, witches are everywhere and to associate with them is destruction.

Nevertheless, William is driven to seek justice for his saviours, and as he delves into the case, discovers there is evil at play, of a type far worse than any invented tale of witchcraft. But can he prove that before the next victim dies and the innocent burn?

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Grave Secrets (Lost Souls Society Book 4) by Kate Allenton Available April 6

Author: Kate Allenton

Everyone has secrets, some deadlier than others. Psychic Ryley St. James’s secrets threaten to kill her, and now both the living and the dead are out for blood.

There’s nothing that Ryley hates worse than her father, but serial killers rank a close second. Alive or dead, they’re all the same—they need to be stopped. When a ghostly serial killer torments a young girl, Ryley must put an end to his reign of terror and figure out a way to shove him into the great beyond.

But when a fellow psychic turns up dead, and another one suddenly goes missing, Ryley suspects that it’s not just the ghostly threats she needs to worry about. There’s also a live predator lurking somewhere in the shadows.

As she gets closer to the truth, she’s forced to confront her own personal demons. Her father’s sinister presence is getting dangerously close to her life, the reapers are demanding answers, and the ghostly serial killer wants to add her to his body count.

It’s not a matter of if she’ll die but who will get credit for killing her first.

Can she keep it together long enough to battle the secrets from her past and deal with these new killers before it’s too late?

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Double Fantasy (Judd Stone Series Book 4) by Martin Tracey Available April 4

Author: Martin Tracey

When an old friend calls out the blue, Private Investigator Judd Stone finds himself presented with an offer he finds hard to resist: a boozy weekend in Liverpool in exchange for ‘playing’ guitar at an 80s tribute festival!

Yet, things take a wrong turn when tragedy leads to a clash with gangsters and fleeing the city with an unlikely bunch of allies suddenly becomes the only option.

But when an unexpected window to the occult opens, what evil still lies ahead?

Surrounded by a ferocious storm and the haunting legends of the Northern English countryside, ex-football hooligan Judd finds himself in a deadly game of two halves that will leave him wishing he’d stuck to his day job.

Double Fantasy is the fourth action-packed offering in the popular Judd Stone series. If you like fast-paced thrillers with a compelling anti-hero at its core, ruthless characters and a backdrop of great music bursting through its pages then this book is for you.

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The Elect Stories, #8 : Belief and Understanding, or, The Swordbearer’s Quandry by John Crye Available April 4

Author: John Crye

After the brutal murder of their young page, Father Saren instructed the swordsmen called Palm and Timriel to put aside their lust for vengeance, to wait and watch for signs.

But Palm was already certain. He had marked the only important sign already, and that was the death of a child. Enlisting the aid of the city’s Thief-taker General, Palm tracked the boy’s murderer from a blood-drenched boarding house, to the sewers beneath Bridgetown, to a small apartment in the city, where the Rider called Gelgarth Arbekka had cornered his own long-sought prey.

Closing in on the Devil but separated from Father Saren and the Order of Elsebrin, Palm must choose his own fate.

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The Door in the Mountain by Chris Cornetto Available April 4

Author: Chris Cornetto

Some things lost should not be found, no matter what the wind tells you.

Down on his luck and out of food, Rorik is resigned to sell his only heirloom—a family ring with a mysterious symbol. When a stranger invites him to seek a dead man’s fortune, he sees his chance at last. But as his fellow treasure hunters start turning up dead, Rorik finds himself with more to fear than cliffs and ice. There’s no turning back. Not when the wind whispers of destiny.

The Door in the Mountain is a dark, character-driven fantasy adventure in the vein of Abercrombie, with a dash of Lovecraft for spice. Step off the edge of the map into the wraith-haunted frontier, where madness and death await the unwary. Come seek the Door, but think twice before looking within.

You can find several additional stories by Chris Cornetto set in the same fantasy world as The Door in the Mountain, some of which have appeared in magazines such as Metaphorosis, Wyldblood, and DreamForge. His story “Shadow and Full Dark” was a finalist for the Baen Fantasy Adventure Award.

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Forbidden Magic : The Cellar Door Issue #2 by Various Available April 4

Author: Various

Forbidden Magic is the second issue of The Cellar Door anthology series from Dark Peninsula Press. Featuring ten stories of dark fiction exploring themes of black magic, voodoo, and witchcraft.

With stories by: Patrick Barb, Michael Harris Cohen, Serena Jayne, Ryan Marie Ketterer, Gwendolyn Kiste, Lynne M. MacLean, Ville Meriläinen, Scotty Milder, Jaye Nasir, and Michelle Tang. Compiled and edited by Aric Sundquist. Cover artwork by Mikio Murakami.

Embrace the dark, and join the coven…

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Fangsters by Jo-Ann Carson Available April 4

Author: Jo-Ann Carson

Gangsters with bite.

I should have known better than to sign a deal with a blood-sucking blackmailer. But what choice did I have? He knows my deepest, darkest secret. Our unholy covenant, written in blood, states I must establish an academy for delinquent vampires within thirty days, or he’ll expose me.

I’ve never taught vampires, or delinquents, or teenagers for that matter, but I will risk everything I have, and do anything I can to set up this dream-team school for the undead. On the plus side, I have a PhD in Education and am a talented witch capable of all sorts of sorcery. Getting my brooms in a row, I’ve already started writing lessons on the seven undeadly sins. What could go wrong?

Onyx, a drop-dead-gorgeous night stalker with an extensive knowledge of blood sorcery, has offered his assistance, but you know what they say about deals that appear too good to be true. Should I accept a sidekick with fangs or go it alone?

Meanwhile, trouble is brewing in the small Pacific Northwest town of Mystic Keep where I live. Someone is killing witches. While I expect many bumps in the night await me, I swear no bloody mess will deter me from my goal—to get the academy for naughty vampires functioning on time. Will I succeed, or will I be exposed? Or worse, will I be murdered?

My name is Rebel Black, and this is my story.

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Elite Of Destiny : Book 3 by Dante Vereen Available April 4

Author: Dante Vereen

A lot of changes have taken place since Alex, Quinn, Daniel, Shane, Zach, and Leo stepped through the portal leading to paradise. Five years have passed and unprecedented anomalies have appeared in the sky with an abundance of mana This phenomenon, for a lot of people, is a huge blessing especially when an announcement has been released; The gateway to paradise will be opened in the next 3 months.

On the run, Alex, Quinn, Daniel, Shane, Zach, and Leo have no choice but to leave one of their own behind as they seek to find out the truth. It turns out there is more to what they were told. With no time to waste, they have to figure out a way to escape from Paradise as they struggle on who to believe.

Successfully returning to Quinn’s world, Aiden has to navigate his newfound abilities while accidentally making new allies on his journey to find Alex. But the journey is not as easy as he thought it would be when they are being hunted down by a group of men dressed in black for unknown reasons.

With allies becoming enemies and enemies becoming foes, they will have to navigate through lies, betrayals and distorted facts as they grapple to discover the real truth. Will they manage to escape? Will they manage to defeat their new foe? And what is up with Paradise being ready to open its gateway soon as it shouldn’t be opened for many years to come? Could there be a nefarious plot brewing in the background to the unawareness of the people?

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Join Me In The Club by Matt Shaw Available April 4

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The world is over-populated. Resources are running out. In an effort to balance things out, the government has stepped in with a radical new lottery system. All names are put into a computer, with 200 names being drawn at random. Of those people 100 will get one colour (red) token, 100 will get another colour token (white). Whatever colour they received, they had to go to the government run club for the night. Of those who received the white token, they would be going home the following day. For those who received the red tokens? They would be leaving in a body bag.

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I’ll Tell You My Secrets (Camila’s Memoir Book 3) by A. Lopez Jr. Available April 4

Author: A. Lopez Jr.

In 2019, Camila reached out to horror author A. Lopez Jr. to tell her family’s story. After nearly two years of recordings, her words were transcribed by the author and presented here in her chilling autobiography.

An unwanted gift. A home filled with sinister secrets. And a mother who knows the dark truth about her family.

Ten-year-old Camila is an ordinary girl growing up with her tight-knit Mexican-American family in Arizona… but she’s unknowingly burdened with a powerful gift – one that might haunt her for the rest of her life. Dark shadows lurk in the halls of her family home. An evil presence stalks her devout Catholic mother, who seems to transform into a different person come nightfall. As Camila struggles to come to terms with her horrifying visions, she’s quickly thrust into a terrifying search to reveal the truth about her gift – and the evil entity haunting her family.

Now, Camila retraces her story, taking you down a sinister path of twists and turns as she fights for a way to rid herself of her debilitating curse… along with her gnawing fear that she’ll pass it on to her young daughter.

Steeped in deeply rooted Mexican-American culture and beliefs, this menacing tale shines a light on the shadows that lurk on the edge of reality, leaving you with a frightening glimpse into the dark forces that are hungering for your soul…

As an authentic story based on true events, I’ll Tell You My Secrets is a gripping autobiography that transports you into a world where demons are real and one girl’s soul hangs in the balance. As a must-read for anyone who believes in the paranormal, this book will challenge everything you thought you knew about religion and science. Scroll up and grab your copy today…

Some things can’t be changed. Some things don’t want to be changed.

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Full Moon Rising by NJ Gallegos Available April 4

Author: NJ Gallegos

The walls are slick with blood and gore in this harrowing emergency room tale, when an otherwise cold, quiet night for a bored on-duty doctor turns into a nightmare come true. An irate patient believed to be on drugs is not quite himself tonight.

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