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Message for the Devil

by Stormy McDonald

Roger Vaughn must discover the true story behind the legend of Lavinia Fisher, the first female serial killer executed in South Carolina.

"At the hanging, Lavinia Fisher's last words to the minister and the gathered audience were, 'Cease! I will have none of it. Save your words for others who want them. But if you have a message for the devil, give it to me; I'll carry it.' And with that, she leapt off the platform, hanging herself and stealing... more

Cargo Hold 4

by Lonnie Busch

Several years into a multidecadal deep space mission, a team of eight scientists—four women, four men—are exploring a dwarf planet near the Kuiper Belt, loading soil samples, rocks and artifacts onto their ship, when they inadvertently bring aboard a stowaway, an unseen entity which is trying desperately to escape from Cargo Hold 4.

Project Übermensch

by Lonnie Busch

PROJECT ÜBERMENSCH Modern-day messiah or military experiment gone awry—either way, Geoffrey Cannon, a young inspirational guru, has mad metaphysical skills… In 1943, unsuspecting sailors on the USS Eldridge are subjects of a U.S. Navy experiment. Sailors die, others are maimed, including Third mate Peter Smithwick whose amputated legs are restored through advanced extraterrestrial technology. Leaving the Navy, and fleeing his hometown, he escapes his dubious rescuers to go on the lam und... more

Absolute Zero

by Mathe Storm

A brilliant scientist discovers a new quantum method to freeze matter to below absolute zero, and finds that the sample matter starts reversing in time. The government is soon interested in her work and she is told by a scientist from NASA that there is a region of space that has no discernable temperature and the Earth is heading right for it. The woman scientist believes she can save the Earth from a global time reversal catastrophe.

tales of the disembodied

by Anthony Abraham

In a world where flesh is both malleable and sacred, Shiea navigates a landscape of deception, manipulation, and fragmented identities. Raised amidst the forgotten plots of antiquity, Shiea grapples with the enigmatic Father, a figure bound to the powerful Amalgam Alchemists. As Shiea's journey unfolds, she encounters a diverse cast of characters, each leaving their mark on her identity. From the spectral whispers of the Tinker-Tailors, who offer the tantalizing promise of revising flesh and ... more

We Come Bearing Curses

by Zachariah Chamberlin

Nestled in primeval forests and misty valleys is the isolated community of Haven Shire. This quiet town holds a terrible secret that only the brothers Thatch know- this is where the world ends. Born and raised in the shadows of Haven Shire, George and Phineas Thatch must face their past and worst fears and prevent cosmic horrors from invading our plane of reality. Along with an eclectic team of misfits, they will put their lives on the line to stop a family of murdering cultists from summoning... more

HOLY FUCKING SHIT

by Janelle Lassalle

HOLY FUCKING SHIT is a paranormal thriller based on the true story of my attempt to break a demonic family curse that began when my father kidnapped the CEO of Adobe in 1992. It tells the tale of 'Jennifer Albukhari', a researcher who can no longer deny her sneaking suspicion that magick—and demons—are real.

The 5 Moons of Tiiana (Special Illustrated Edition)

by Paul Harry

Captain Rez Cantor faces an unimaginable crisis. His daring rescue of the Princess of Melela from the clutches of the alien-hybrid Relcor should have been a triumph. Instead, an unforeseen catastrophe leaves him injured and stranded on an alien moon, with no memory of how he arrived. To make matters worse, a deadly alien cloud looms overhead, threatening his life… Join Rez Cantor on an epic journey of survival, mystery, love, and heroism. Struggling against time and the unknown, he seeks answ... more

The Paper

by John K. Addis

In 1988, two seventh graders teamed up to publish an independent kid-run newspaper in their hometown of New Haven, Michigan. But who will dare tackle the story behind the house at the end of the street? Inspired by actual events. And then some.

Deathless Creatures

by Katie Wilson

A paranormal thriller and dark urban fantasy novel about a woman discovering why she has unexpectantly been chosen for a unique role balancing the world's deathless creatures and magical items. She learns she cannot die for long, and that she is the new Keeper of objects and knowledge meant to even the odds between humans and unnatural beings. She falls in love with a vampire along her journey, stops the homicidal leader of the secret society waiting for her arrival, and comes to embrace her res... more

The Wise One

by K.T. Anglehart

*WINNER OF CHANTICLEER PARANORMAL BOOK AWARDS* *REEDSY DISCOVERY'S BEST NEW YOUNG ADULT BOOKS* Discover the captivating blend of witchy fantasy, Celtic folklore, and real-world intrigue in The Wise One—an unmissable adventure for all who crave an enchanting escape to 90s Ireland. Mckenna's never thought much of her nightmares, but on her seventeenth birthday, a vivid dream of burning at the stake awakens her dormant abilities, thrusting her into a world where faeries are real, spirits h... more

Dissonance of Bird Song

by Alexandra Beaumont

In the storm-riven wilds of ancient Cornwall the sea's whisper will charm us all. Dissonance of Bird Song is the folkloric-fantasy tale of Eseld, a song-weaver fleeing her home to cure the sacred birds of her people and save her sister. Locked between the lies of land-dwellers and the snare of an ancient sea queen, Eseld must fight to find her own path. Amidst a storm of betrayal and heartbreak, what will Eseld sacrifice to save the ones she loves? Readers who enjoyed Lucy Hounsom’s Sister... more

Troy: A Crown of Stones Origin Story

by C. L. Schneider

Can a man born a slave change his destiny with one secret mission? Born of the Shinree, an enslaved fallen race, Ian Troy is magically bound to protect the kingdom of Rella. Since childhood, he trained to be their champion in a seemingly never-ending war. Called to the battlefield a brash young man of seventeen, Troy is anxious to show off his prowess with both magic and blade. He believes his role is vital to the realms of Mirra’kelan finally knowing peace. Only, war is nothing like he th... more

Alphamind: The Collective Consciousness

by James Azinheira

Adrian Silva is a young neuroscientist joining the team at Crestwood Research Institute, where they attempt to engineer revolutionary medical technology. A promising path appears until setbacks pile up, including a critical article poisoning public opinion, the loss of funding, and the director’s questionable motivations. A breakthrough arrives in the form of Alex Moor, a comatose brain injury patient who undergoes Adrian’s revolutionary treatment melding genetics, AI, and nano technology. Th... more

Candle Light Meals in the Devil's Comedy Store

by Haji Outlaw

Acclaimed writer/comedian Haji Outlaw, most known for The Eric Andre Show, returns with a collection of flash fiction: Candle Light Meals In The Devil's Comedy Store. In this offering Haji delves into corporate America bringing back slavery, how Tom Cruise dies, cannibalism, hippopotamus on narcotics and many, many more dark comedy topics. Enjoy this darkly delectable odyssey.

An Ember of Darkness: Beyond the Veil Chronicles

by Faith Sloan

Ember, an orphaned witch raised by a reclusive coven, finds herself exiled and alone in a treacherous realm after a betrayal separates her from her adoptive brother Rhydian. She draws the attention of the vampire Prince Aldric, who captures her and offers protection in exchange for becoming his Chosen. As Ember grapples with Aldric's intentions and the dangers of his world, Rhydian desperately searches for her. However, the ruthless vampire King plots to exploit Ember's powerful magic for his ap... more

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