The never-before-seen history of Westeros and the lands beyond. With hundreds of pages of all-new material from George R.R. Martin.If the past is prologue, then George R.R. Martin’s masterwork―the most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our time―warrants one hell of an introduction. At long last, it has arrived with THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE.George R.R. Martin, in collaboration with Elio M. García, Jr. and Linda Antonsson, has written a comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms, featuring the epic battles, bitter rivalries, and daring rebellions that lead up to the events in the bestselling A Song of Ice and Fire series.Collected within this volume is the accumulated knowledge, scholarly speculation, and inherited folk tales of maesters and septons, maegi and singers, including over 170 full-colour illustrations and maps, family trees for the Houses Stark, Lannister and Targaryen, and in-depth explanations of the history and culture of Westeros.This is the definitive companion volume to George R.R. Martin’s dazzlingly conceived universe; THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE is indeed proof that the pen is mightier than a storm of swords.George R.R. Martin's book 'Fire and Blood' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 24-10-2022. Read more

'This is totally, brilliantly original' STEPHEN KINGWELCOME TO BLACK SPRING, A PICTURESQUE TOWN WITH AN HORRIFYING SECRET...A 17th century woman with her eyes and mouth sewn-shut walks Blacks Springs streets... enters its homes... and watches its people while they sleep. They call her the Black Rock Witch. So accustomed to her presence, the townsfolk often forget what will happen if her eyes ever open. To protect themselves the Black Spring elders use high-tech surveillance to quarantine the town. Frustrated with the lockdown, the town's teenagers decide to break the rules and go viral with the haunting. But no one foresees the dark nightmare that awaits them all. PRAISE FOR THOMAS OLDE HEUVELT:'Reminiscent of vintage Stephen King' John Connolly 'A powerfully spooky piece of writing' Financial Times 'Spielbergian... a fabulous, unforgettable conceit' Guardian Read more

Combining the grit of Game of Thrones with the mysticism of The Mists of Avalon, this is the first book in a spellbinding trilogy, an epic and fierce retelling of the most famous legend of all time with Arthur of the Britons and Morgan the Fay at the dark heart of it.~~~It is the sixth century.The Romans have been gone for over 100 years, and Britannia is sinking into darkness.Kingdoms clash, and invaders flood the shores - the Jutes, the Angles, and now the bloodthirsty Saxons. Only Uther Pendragon has kept the West safe, defying, too, the rising tide of Christianity.But now, Uther is dead.And if the West falls, all of Britannia will follow.Deep in a secluded valley, hidden from the world, Arthur and Morgan have grown to adulthood under the care of their foster parents. Their true origins remain a mystery, but one thing is for certain - they're meant for something greater.They are brother and sister, but in name only. And as Beltane approaches - a night when the fires burn and lovers entwine - neither can deny the pull between them. But as they steal away to join the revelry, a stranger waits in the shadows to intercept them.It is the Archdruid, Merlyn, bringing with him the truth of their blood.Arthur must now rise to meet his destiny, and Morgan - brilliant, bold, and wilful - finds herself a pawn in a game not of her making. Courtly intrigue, danger, and betrayal await them all.Can Morgan hold on to Arthur - to a love they swore would never fade? Or will they be forced to stand on opposite sides of a war that will shape not just their future but the fate of a country?Morgan the Fay Book Two: Black Morgan - Due out November 2025Morgan the Fay Book Three: The Grey - Due out March 2026~~~More books by Shani Struthers. Download today or READ FOR FREE in KU:Psychic Surveys Series:Psychic Surveys Book One: The Haunting of Highdown HallPsychic Surveys Book Two: Rise to MePsychic Surveys Book Three: 44 Gilmore StreetPsychic Surveys Book Four: Old Cross CottagePsychic Surveys Book Five: DescensionPsychic Surveys Book Six: LegionPsychic Surveys Book Seven: Promises to KeepPsychic Surveys Book Eight: The Weight of the SoulPsychic Surveys Book Nine: The Devil's LiarPsychic Surveys Book Ten: Field of FlowersPsychic Surveys Companion Novels:Eve: A Psychic Surveys PrequelBlakemort (Corinna's story)Thirteen (Ness's story)Rosamund (Rosamund Davis - Ruby's great-grandmother's story)Jed (the story of one of Psychic Surveys most loved and mysterious characters)This Haunted World Series:This Haunted World Book One: The VenetianThis Haunted World Book Two: The Eleventh FloorThis Haunted World Book Three: HighgateThis Haunted World Book Four: RohaiseThis Haunted World Book Five: ResistanceReach for the Dead Series:Reach for the Dead Book One: MandyReach for the Dead Book Two: Cades Home FarmReach for the Dead Book Three: WalkerReach for the Dead Book Four: The Spook RoadJessamine Series:JessamineComraichSummer of Grace - A Standalone Mystery ThrillerChristmas Ghost StoriesCarfax HouseThe Damned SeasonWildacreAliceBeulah Read more

Shortlisted for the 2016 David Gemmell Legend Award for Best Novel.The third in The Faithful and the Fallen series, Ruin by John Gwynne continues the gripping battle of good vs evil.The Banished Lands are engulfed in war and chaos. The cunning Queen Rhin has conquered the west and High King Nathair has the cauldron, most powerful of the seven treasures. At his back stands the scheming Calidus and a warband of the Kadoshim, dread demons of the Otherworld. They plan to bring Asroth and his host of the Fallen into the world of flesh, but to do so they need the seven treasures. Nathair has been deceived but now he knows the truth. He has choices to make; choices that will determine the fate of the Banished Lands. Elsewhere the flame of resistance is growing – Queen Edana finds allies in the swamps of Ardan. Maquin is loose in Tenebral, hunted by Lykos and his corsairs. Here he will witness the birth of a rebellion in Nathair's own realm. Corban has been swept along by the tide of war. He has suffered, lost loved ones, sought only safety from the darkness. But he will run no more. He has seen the face of evil and he has set his will to fight it. The question is, how? With a disparate band gathered about him – his family, friends, giants, fanatical warriors, an angel and a talking crow – he begins the journey to Drassil, the fabled fortress hidden deep in the heart of Forn Forest. For in Drassil lies the spear of Skald, one of the seven treasures, and here it is prophesied that the Bright Star will stand against the Black Sun.Continue the epic fantasy series with Wrath. Read more

WAR. POLITICS. REVOLUTION.THE AGE OF MADNESS HAS ARRIVED . . . 'Funny and sardonic, violent and compelling' Guardian'A tale of brute force and subtle magic on the cusp of an industrial revolution ... Buckle your seat belts for this one' Robin Hobb* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *On the battlefields of the North, the next generation of would-be heroes rushes to make the same bloody mistakes as the last. While the age of the machine dawns, the age of magic refuses to die. One might glimpse the future, through the curse of the Long Eye, but changing it is another matter altogether.The chimneys of industry rise, the cities seethe with opportunity, and even kings must kneel before the new power of the banks. But in the slums, anger is brewing, and soon it will boil over with a rage that all the money in the world cannot control . . . Introducing a cast of unforgettable new characters, A LITTLE HATRED begins a new First Law trilogy which will have you gripped from the very start ...* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *'Crammed with characters and detail, the intricately woven story never slackens its merciless grip' Daily Mail'A masterpiece of fantasy fiction' Starburst'Could scratch an itch for anyone missing Game of Thrones' Den of Geek'One of Abercrombie's best books yet' SFX'Will keep you up long after bedtime' The Sun Read more

Springtime in Styria. And that means war.There have been nineteen years of blood. The ruthless Grand Duke Orso is locked in a vicious struggle with the squabbling League of Eight, and between them they have bled the land white. While armies march, heads roll and cities burn, behind the scenes bankers, priests and older, darker powers play a deadly game to choose who will be king.War may be hell but for Monza Murcatto, the Snake of Talins, the most feared and famous mercenary in Duke Orso's employ, it's a damn good way of making money too. Her victories have made her popular - a shade too popular for her employer's taste. Betrayed, thrown down a mountain and left for dead, Murcatto's reward is a broken body and a burning hunger for vengeance. Whatever the cost, seven men must die.Her allies include Styria's least reliable drunkard, Styria's most treacherous poisoner, a mass-murderer obsessed with numbers and a Northman who just wants to do the right thing. Her enemies number the better half of the nation. And that's all before the most dangerous man in the world is dispatched to hunt her down and finish the job Duke Orso started...Springtime in Styria. And that means revenge. Read more

They say Black Dow's killed more men than winter, and clawed his way to the throne of the North up a hill of skulls. The King of the Union, ever a jealous neighbour, is not about to stand smiling by while he claws his way any higher. The orders have been given and the armies are toiling through the northern mud.Thousands of men are converging on a forgotten ring of stones, on a worthless hill, in an unimportant valley, and they've brought a lot of sharpened metal with them.Bremer dan Gorst, disgraced master swordsman, has sworn to reclaim his stolen honour on the battlefield. Obsessed with redemption and addicted to violence, he's far past caring how much blood gets spilled in the attempt. Even if it's his own.Prince Calder isn't interested in honour, and still less in getting himself killed. All he wants is power, and he'll tell any lie, use any trick, and betray any friend to get it. Just as long as he doesn't have to fight for it himself.Curnden Craw, the last honest man in the North, has gained nothing from a life of warfare but swollen knees and frayed nerves. He hardly even cares who wins any more, he just wants to do the right thing. But can he even tell what that is with the world burning down around him?Over three bloody days of battle, the fate of the North will be decided. But with both sides riddled by intrigues, follies, feuds and petty jealousies, it is unlikely to be the noblest hearts, or even the strongest arms that prevail.Three men. One battle. No Heroes. Read more

Sigrud je Harkvaldsson is back, and this time he's out for vengeance.The awesome climax to the fantasy thrillers City of Stairs and City of Blades: perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Brent Weeks and China Miéville. Shara Komayd, once Prime Minister of Saypur, has been assassinated. News travels fast and far, even to a remote logging town somewhere northwest of Bulikov, where the silent, shaven-headed Dreyling worker 'Bjorn' picks up the newspaper and walks out. He is shocked and grieved and furious; he's been waiting thirteen years for Shara, his closest friend, to reach out to him - to tell him to come home. He's always believed she was running a long operation, that there would be a role for him at the right time. Now he has no one else in his life, and nothing to live for - except to find the people who did this.Sigrud wasn't there for the death of his daughter Signe, and he wasn't there when Shara was murdered. Now Bjorn is dead and Sigrud is back. And he will find answers, for Shara, and for himself. He's made a promise . . . Read more

⚔️ Six Of Crows Meets Michael R Fletcher In One Of 2025's Most Unique Low Fantasy Books ⚔️In the crumbling city of Pietalos, where corruption and poverty reign, the fires of revolution burn hotter each day. An oppressive government has bled its people dry for the benefit of the elite, but the citizens have had enough.Eight lives—each scarred by loss, betrayal, and violence—intertwine as they fight for their own futures and that of the city.Dhijs, a weary healer, joins forces with Tillia, a woman seeking both liberation for the people and personal revenge against her abusive husband, Captain Vaso. Zia, a factory worker turned reluctant leader, ignites the workers' rebellion, transforming protest into full-blown revolution. In the shadows, the cynical drug pusher King is forced to rethink his loyalties as riots consume the streets, while his rebellious young messenger Mal feeds critical information to the revolutionaries.Meanwhile, Kishto, a guard disillusioned by the brutality of his comrades, defects to the cause after witnessing a brutal act of violence against a woman and child. General Leo, a former war hero haunted by guilt, secretly aids the rebellion. And Mydela, a scarred survivor and skilled assassin, takes on the city’s ultimate enemy—Canterbury, who hides a dark secret as a member of a malevolent race that seeks to subjugate the people.As Pietalos teeters on the edge of a new era, these eight individuals must fight for justice, revenge, and redemption. But in a city where violence and betrayal lurk behind every corner, will their efforts be enough to topple the corrupt regime?Together We Rise is a low fantasy book of revolution, vengeance, and hope, where the fate of a city rests on the courage of those willing to defy the odds and reclaim their future.🖊️ Reviews 🖊️“Together We Rise is a timely mix of the French Revolution, Six of Crows and magic. Determined to showcase the power of the people and the importance of community, Billing gives us a glimpse into a tipping moment in the history of a world not that far away from our own.” Gabriela Houston"Jam-packed with action, suspense, and intrigue, Together We Rise is a timely tale that low fantasy lovers will devour with relish." Readers Favorite (5 Star Award)Get your copy of one of the most unique low fantasy books around right now! Read more

CONSPIRACY. BETRAYAL. REBELLION.PEACE IS JUST ANOTHER KIND OF BATTLEFIELD . . . 'Nimble, brutal and hilarious' Daily Mail'Will leave fans begging for more' Starburst* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Unrest worms into every layer of society.The Breakers lurk in the shadows, plotting to free the common man from his shackles, while yesterday's heroes nurse grievances and noblemen bicker for their own advantage.The King of the Union struggles to find a safe path through the maze of knives that is politics, only to see his enemies, and his debts, multiply.The old ways are being swept aside, but those who would seize the reins of power will find no alliance, no friendship, and no peace, lasts forever.Second in the AGE OF MADNESS trilogy, THE TROUBLE WITH PEACE is the next instalment of a series which is revolutionising fantasy . . .* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *'A breakneck- speed fantasy book that brings in all the elements of a political thriller, action romp and reflective memoir. Job well done' The Sun'Joe Abercrombie is a master of the genre' Lev Grossman'It's smart. It's witty. This is an absolutely top-notch work of fantasy' Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reviews'The Trouble with Peace mauls expectations to serve up a sublime sequel that's even better than it's showstopper of a predecessor' Novel Notions'Effortlessly brilliant' The Bookbeard's Blog'I had insanely high expectations for the sequel. But The Trouble with Peace met pretty much all of them' The Fantasy Inn Read more

The third book of The Last King of Osten Ard!'Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy. It's one of my favourite fantasy series' GEORGE R. R. MARTIN'A master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece' BRANDON SANDERSON'Paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine' PATRICK ROTHFUSS'One of the great fantasy epics of all time' CHRISTOPHER PAOLINIThe High Throne of Erkynland is tottering, its royal family divided and diminished. Queen Miriamele has been caught up in a brutal rebellion in the south and thought to have died in a fiery attack. Her grandson Morgan, heir to the throne, has been captured by one of Utuk'ku's soldiers in the ruins of an abandoned city. Miriamele's husband, King Simon, is overwhelmed by grief and hopelessness, unaware that many of these terrible things have been caused by Pasevalles, a murderous traitor inside Simon's own court at the Hayholt.Meanwhile, a deadly army of Norns led by the ageless, vengeful Queen Utuk'ku, has swept into Erkynland and thrown down the fortress of Naglimund, slaughtering the inhabitants and digging up the ancient grave of Ruyan the Navigator. Utuk'ku plans to use the Navigator's fabled armor to call up the spirit of Hakatri, the evil Storm King's brother.Even the Sithi, fairy-kin to the Norns, are helpless to stop Utuk'ku's triumph as her armies simultaneously march on the Hayholt and force their way into the forbidden, ogre-guarded valley of Tanakirú - the Narrowdark - where a secret waits that might bring Simon's people and their Sithi allies salvation - or doom. Read more

From the New York Times bestselling author of Alice comes this dark retelling of J.M Barrie’s Peter PanThere is one version of my story that everyone knows. And then there is the truth. Once I loved a boy called Peter Pan. Peter brought me to his island because there were no rules and no grownups to make us mind. He brought boys from the Other Place to join in the fun, but Peter’s idea of fun is sharper than a pirate’s sword. He wants always to be that shining sun that we all revolve around. He’ll do anything to be that sun. Peter promised we would all be young and happy forever. Peter will say I’m a villain, that I wronged him, that I never was his friend.Peter Lies. Read more

From the New York Times bestseller, Harper L. Woods comes a brand new, highly anticipated novel in her Of Flesh & Bone series, What Sleeps Within the Cove.Once, I bartered my soul for my mate.Offering Mab my bound allegiance was the only way to save Caldris's life-the only bargain I could make to keep us both from the Void. After cruelly murdering the King of Summer, her own brother, Mab became unhinged and there was no telling what she would do. Caldris is safe for now because of my sacrifice, but at a cost. Queen Mab only wants one thing from me.Then, I was banished to Tartarus, from where few ever return.Mab has demanded a tribute-a snake from the crown of Medusa. Navigating through the horrors of Tartarus, I must pass the Trials of the Five Rivers to prove my worth to the primordials and steal the unthinkable. All without my magic.Now, I must embrace my darkness, my past.To survive, I must discover who I am-who I'm fated to be. Human, and Fae, and something... other. Embracing all the sides of magic, light and dark, is the only way to escape Tartarus and get back to Caldris. I will save him, the Fae, and the humans from Mab.Even if it kills me.Readers are loving Harper L. Woods'Magic and fighting and spice. Oh my!' Amazon Reviewer'If you adore Rhysand, then read this book. If you fancy the Bargainer series, then read this book. If you revel in Zodiac Academy, then you already bought this book' Goodreads Reviewer'A massive five star plus read' Amazon Reviewer'One of the best fantasy books I've read this year' Goodreads Reviewer'Just WOW!' Amazon Reviewer Read more

‘Honestly, this is one of the fastest-paced, most thrilling, and yet also funniest fantasy books I have ever read. The crazy thing is, I can see how the characters and situations could actually happen - he makes it so real!'Today’s tasks:1.Escape from secret organisation's underground cell2.Recruit a snarky d-bag werewolf to help3.Invade the demon realm and rescue a little girlFor wizard detective, Otto Schneider, magic has always kept him out of trouble. Now it’s working in reverse …… and if he doesn't get himself killed, his partner probably will.'Steve Higgs can be counted on to keep you amused, with vivid imagination, characters you can sink your teeth into, plenty of action, and delicious snark.’ Read more

Elara has lived her life believing she was abandoned as a baby, only to be forced into servitude after the Alpha of her pack cruelly stripped her of her wolf. Enduring years of abuse and mistreatment, she seizes a desperate chance for freedom by entering the Luna Battle—a prestigious competition hosted by the royal brothers, King Darius and Prince Kellan, who seek their future Lunas.Though Elara lies on her application, convinced she won't be chosen, fate has other plans. She soon finds herself among the fourteen contenders at the royal palace, each vying for the coveted position. As the trials progress, Elara’s unexpected strength and resilience bring her closer to victory, but her presence as a wolfless slave stirs resentment among the others.Amidst the fierce competition, Elara's heart begins to waver as she develops feelings for both the King and the Prince. If she wins, the hardest choice will still await her: choosing between the two.Note: This book contains dark themes. If you wish to avoid spoilers, please skip the trigger warnings. Read more

The University, a renowned bastion of knowledge, attracts the brightest minds to unravel the mysteries of enlightened sciences like artificing and alchemy. Yet deep below its bustling halls lies a complex and cavernous maze of abandoned rooms and ancient passageways - and in the heart of it all lives Auri.Formerly a student at the University, now Auri spends her days tending the world around her. She has learned that some mysteries are best left settled and safe. No longer fooled by the sharp rationality so treasured by the University, Auri sees beyond the surface of things, into subtle dangers and hidden names.At once joyous and haunting, THE SLOW REGARD OF SILENT THINGS is a rich, atmospheric and lyrical tale, featuring one of the most beloved characters from Rothfuss' acclaimed fantasy series. Read more

How will this salesman expand his business in a fantasy world?Owen Solo is a hardworking ink cartridge salesman. But when he falls through a dimensional crack, Hermes, the God of Commerce and Prosperity, brings the mortal to his world of Hermesica. Hermes makes Owen his Chosen through overt and subtle manipulations with the simple objective of engaging in commerce and prosperity. Yeah, right.Owen is up to his eyeballs in political intrigue between various kingdoms, and he must rely on his products to resolve problems as they crop up. But the benefits are also immense: fame, fortune, and women! And now, it's time for Owen to expand his business and household.Salesman Isekai'ed with Item Shop: Expansion takes Owen across the Hermestell Continent as he partakes in new business opportunities before going overseas to the Lunastell Continent for a holy quest. He must use all his smarts, business acumen, and resources to survive and thrive in a chaotic world of uncertainties. Meanwhile, Owen must discover why Hermes brought him over and satisfy his patron deity.Expansion is a direct sequel to the previous volume. Hence, the reader's familiarity with the first book's events would increase their enjoyment of this series. This litrpg and portal fantasy runs 100k+ words in length and contains harem, adult scenes, tobacco use, and gun violence. Therefore, this book is reserved for a mature readership.Human Authored Certification #7668988 Read more

Don’t pick a fight with him. You won’t lose. You’ll dieZachary has a secret he tries to keep under wraps …… if only people would let him.When he drifts into a remote farming community looking for work, the trouble starts before he orders breakfast. Normally he would just avoid the trouble and move on, but there’s a girl. Not a woman. A little girl, and the men that want to dominate the village threaten her livelihood.And that just won’t do.There’s something very rotten in this community but digging into it brings him face to face with something more powerful even than him. Something ancient and unstoppable.He has no choice other than to fight, but who will be left alive at the end?As the false gods find their way into the realm of mortals, how many mortals will rise to defend the Earth?Be ready for war. Read more

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image Shall be Dispatched Collectively:Of Flesh & Bone Series 3 Books Collection Set by Harper L. Woods (What Lies Beyond the Veil, What Hunts Inside the Shadows & What Lurks Between the Fates): What Lies Beyond the Veil: Once, we'd worshipped them as Gods. For nearly 400 years, the Veil has protected us from the Fae of Alfheimr. In their absence, our lives have shifted from decadence and sin to survival and virtue under the guidance of the New Gods. I've spent my entire life tending to the gardens next to the boundary between our worlds, drawn to the shimmering magic like a moth to the flame. Then, we died on their swords. All of that changes the day the Veil shatters, unleashing the fae upon our world once again. What Hunts Inside the Shadows: Once, I fell in love with a man who deceived me. For weeks, he stood by my side, twisting his words into pretty half-truths. He enraptured me with his smooth temptation, leaving no corner of my being untouched. He consumed my mind and my body, then finally claimed my heart for himself. But Caelum's true identity is terrifying enough to bring me to my knees. Then, I discovered the truth of who he is. What Lurks Between the Fates: Once, I'd chosen my mate instead of freedom. For weeks, we retraced our steps back to Mistfell and the lingering shadow of the Veil at the boundary between realms. Traveling through the kingdom, I denied the evidence in front of me, unable to fathom that I wasn't the lost princess of Faerie. Instead, it is Fallon who must fear the consequences of her heritage. Which leaves me with a single, unanswered question. Then, I awoke, caged high above the throne of the Queen of Air & Darkness. Read more

**Winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Fantasy Novel** The first book in the award-winning Winnowing Flame trilogy. Epic fantasy for fans of Robin Hobb and Jay Kristoff.'Fantasy adventure at its very best' Starburst 'Williams excels at eldritch world-building' Guardian 'An original new voice in heroic fantasy' Adrian Tchaikovsky The great city of Ebora once glittered with gold. Now its streets are stalked by wolves. Tormalin the Oathless has no taste for sitting around waiting to die while the realm of his storied ancestors falls to pieces - talk about a guilt trip. Better to be amongst the living, where there are taverns full of women and wine.When eccentric explorer, Lady Vincenza 'Vintage' de Grazon, offers him employment, he sees an easy way out. Even when they are joined by a fugitive witch with a tendency to set things on fire, the prospect of facing down monsters and retrieving ancient artefacts is preferable to the abomination he left behind.But not everyone is willing to let the Eboran empire collapse, and the adventurers are quickly drawn into a tangled conspiracy of magic and war. For the Jure'lia are coming, and the Ninth Rain must fall...What readers are saying about THE NINTH RAIN:'The Ninth Rain was an amazing and captivating start to a trilogy; simple as that. I have a really good feeling that The Winnowing Flame Trilogy will become a new and long-awaited addition to my list of favorite trilogies of all time''What a world! What characters! What beasties! WHAT A BOOK!''I loved everything about this book: the characters, the plot, the monsters, the twists and turns. Masterfully handled and beautifully written' Read more