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A curse meant to serve order instead binds one man to relentless violence.
Death’s Collector
Fantasy · Sword and Sorcery
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A curse meant to serve order instead binds one man to relentless violence. In Death’s Collector, a wizard sworn to the God of Death hunts the wicked to spare the innocent, until a brutal massacre shatters his restraint. As vengeance collides with self-knowledge, the line between justice and bloodlust blurs, testing whether redemption can survive a life built on killing.
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A wizard compelled to kill. A slaughter he vowed to prevent. A murderer who pissed off the wrong guy…
Bib the sorcerer hates how much he loves his job. Cursed by the God of Death to collect lives, he focuses his thirst on snuffing out only lowlife losers and contemptible ass-clowns. But when innocents under his protection are brutally murdered, Bib flips the switch on the ultimate revenge spree.
Bent on obliterating the bum responsible, Bib is more than a little miffed when he discovers the shocking truth about his own degenerate nature. But knowing the type of killer he is inside, the reluctant hero won’t be stopped until he mows down every evil dude in his path.
Can Bib fight his way to redemption before he loses his soul to bloodlust?
Death’s Collector is the first book in the darkly humorous The Death-Cursed Wizard fantasy series. If you like snarky heroes, top-notch magic systems, and epic sword and sorcery, then you’ll love Bill McCurry’s addictive tale.
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Loyalty becomes a weapon when it is forged through blood and fear.
Scourge of Thorns
Fantasy · Fantasy Adventure · Sword and Sorcery
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Loyalty becomes a weapon when it is forged through blood and fear. In Scourge of Thorns, three unwilling warriors are bound by dark magic to serve a ruthless crown. As brutal training strips away mercy and choice, survival demands rebellion, forcing each to decide what remains worth sacrificing when defiance promises only death.
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In the brutal Kingdom of Night, the Thorns are elite swordsmen, masterpieces of blood magic and blade, forged by savage training and tempered in dark, ancient rites.
At the culmination of his training, a Thorn is soul-bound to protect his lord to the death. But not every Thorn serves willingly...
: Izakiel was born to rule, but his scheming father tore the crown from his hands. Sentenced to serve his younger brother, the new heir to the kingdom, Izak will be captain of the royal guard until he dies. If he can survive the Thorns' brutal training.
: Aaram’s tribe was slaughtered by the Armies of Night. Shamefully taken alive, the sea-born warrior faces a lifetime of slavery protecting the very king he swore vengeance against. He must find a way to shatter the magical shackles before they snap shut on his soul.
: Twelve-year-old Brat traded the gallows for a sword. He’s the quickest study the Thorns have ever seen, but the young rogue is carrying a deadly secret that could lead to an even messier end than the noose he escaped.
To defy the crown is a death sentence, but they’re already as good as dead. They’ll sacrifice whatever they have left to take the King of Night down with them.
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From bestselling author eden Hudson comes the new dark fantasy series The Strong Gods, perfect for fans of George RR Martin's Game of Thrones, Joe Abercrombie's First Law Trilogy, Dave Duncan's King's Blades, and Jay Kristoff's Empire of the Vampire.
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Power makes a target of anyone who survives its first awakening.
Runes of Battle
Fantasy · Epic Fantasy · Sword and Sorcery
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Power makes a target of anyone who survives its first awakening. In Runes of Battle, a hunted young woman flees a kingdom determined to burn her for witchcraft after she unleashes stormbound magic. As rebellion spreads and winter closes in, mastering her volatile power becomes the difference between escape, capture, and igniting a wider war.
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Adelais is on the run.
And the kingdom of Galmandie has never been more dangerous.
In every town square, people whisper of a girl who brought down lightning on her enemies. The king has placed a huge price on Adelais’s head and sent troops to hunt her down.
Adelais flees high into the mountains. But winter is closing in and she cannot hide for ever.
Far to the north, there is a chance of escape. Her homeland has risen in rebellion against Galmandie. To reach freedom and safety, Adelais must cross many miles of hostile territory with inquisitors and royal soldiers always close behind.
If she is captured, Adelais will be burned as a witch. But if she learns to control the storm of magic within her, she could be the spark that sets the whole country aflame.
Packed with intrigue, action and warring gods, The Rune Song Trilogy is perfect for fans of Robin Hobb, Mark Lawrence, Guy Gavriel Kay and Andrzej Sapkowski.
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Exile fractures identity when belonging is stripped away without explanation.
An Exile of Water & Gold
Fantasy · Epic Fantasy · Sword and Sorcery
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Exile fractures identity when belonging is stripped away without explanation. An Exile of Water & Gold follows Drift, a gifted Aobian cast from his celestial homeland into the human world below as forces move to weaponize sacred power. This epic fantasy blends mystery, political tension, and mythic worldbuilding, centering purpose, divided loyalties, and the cost of power in a world on the brink of upheaval.
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The #1 Military Fantasy Bestseller!
Brandon Sanderson's Rhythm of War meets Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time in this epic fantasy mystery adventure.
EXILED FROM HEAVEN. FORCED INTO HELL.
For centuries, the Aobians of the Great Tree have shared the continent of Q’ara with humanity. A select few known as Sleepers are empowered by Luminosity, the Tree’s greatest blessing.
Drift, a young and cynical Aobian, has been exiled from his homeland – forever. Now, with no understanding of this condemnation, Drift must traverse the land of humans below, and find his purpose in an ever-changing world. Tarri, his betrothed, seeks to do the same, whilst also bringing him home.
Elsewhere on Q’ara, an unknown organisation seeks to weaponise Luminosity for their own nefarious purposes. Drift himself is a part of this puzzle, and it quickly becomes apparent that the struggle for true power in Q’ara is emerging for reasons greater than anyone is prepared to grasp.
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Every death makes him stronger.
Die. Respawn. Repeat.
Fantasy · LitRPG · Sword and Sorcery
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Every death makes him stronger. Trapped in a brutal time loop after Earth’s Integration, Ethan Hill must endure endless trials on an alien world while uncovering the System’s dark purpose. Power comes at a cost, and survival demands sacrifice. Readers rate this LitRPG apocalypse 4.6 stars on Amazon with hundreds of enthusiastic reviews.
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An Apocalyptic System LitRPG with time-loop aspects perfect for fans of Primal Hunter & Mother of Learning.
Every time Ethan dies, he gains a little more power.
Earth was chosen for Integration, but Ethan Hill knows from the second his Trial begins that the Integration is a lie. The beings giving Earth the 'honor' of access to their System Interface want something from Earth—he just doesn't know what.
Now he's trapped on an alien planet and lost in a time loop, fighting for strength and for his own humanity.
One thing's for sure: He'll die as many times as it takes to tear it all down.
Don't miss the start of this action-packed LitRPG Apocalypse Progression Fantasy which seamlessly merges aspects from LitRPG Apocalypse's like He Who Fights with Monsters and Defiance of the Fall, with time-loop stories like Mother of Learning and Apocalypse Redux.
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Born with a curse that erases magic, Erik grows up hidden and unwanted in a world defined by spellcraft.
The Ironlight
Fantasy · LGBTQIA+ · Coming of Age · Sword and Sorcery
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Born with a curse that erases magic, Erik grows up hidden and unwanted in a world defined by spellcraft. When a legendary mage offers him escape, he steps into danger, discovery, and self-determination. The Ironlight is a moving coming-of-age fantasy about identity, freedom, and finding meaning beyond fear. Rated 4.6 stars on Amazon.
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Erik has spent his life locked away, tormented by his family and burdened by a curse that neutralizes the magic around him; and in a world where magic is the way of life, his very existence feels like a mistake. But when a mage of legend arrives in his city, Erik's fate takes an unexpected turn.
Under his guidance, Erik will enter a world of extraordinary creatures, ancient magic, and the tantalizing promise of freedom. With the help of people from all walks of life, he will have to forge his own path under the embrace of uncertainty in order to discover the joy and meaning that have long eluded him.
The Ironlight is a captivating coming-of-age fantasy that blends magical wonder with poignant emotional depth, inviting readers on a journey of self-discovery amid an epic, unforgettable world.
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When strange corpses wash ashore, a herdsman named Etjole answers a dying man’s plea in Carnivores of Light and Darkness.
Carnivores of Light and Darkness
Fantasy · Epic Fantasy · Fantasy Adventure · Sword and Sorcery
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When strange corpses wash ashore, a herdsman named Etjole answers a dying man’s plea in Carnivores of Light and Darkness. His journey into the Unstable Lands becomes a test of faith, courage, and destiny as reality itself turns hostile. This epic fantasy opener is praised for its imagination, earning 4.4 stars on Amazon and critical acclaim.
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A hero's quest begins in this first book of "perhaps [the] most highly regarded fantasy trilogy" from the New York Times–bestselling author (Black Gate).
They washed up on the beach, dead men clad in strange, intricate garments. The Naumkib tribe will eat well tonight. Simple herdsman Etjole Ehomba is wandering among the corpses, when he hears a faint cry . . .
One of the men is still alive—and he implores Etjole for help. His countess-to-be, the Visioness Themaryl of Laconda, has been abducted, carried off by Hymneth the Possessed. The dying man charges Etjole with the duty to find her and restore her to the people of Laconda.
Etjole—herder, fisherman, father, warrior, tracker—is a man of conviction. He cannot ignore a brave and noble man's plea. So he sets off on a journey to find a woman many men were willing to die for and to face his destiny in the Unstable Lands, where people are swallowed up by unreality—by things that should not even exist . . .
"Odd and engaging . . . A wondrous journey." —Locus
"Inventive and filled with flavorsome incident." —Kirkus Reviews
"An epic series which is sure to please many readers." —SF Site
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Once Bish’s most feared warrior, Venir the Darkslayer is disgraced, hunted, and forced into a deadly tournament.
Valley of the Skulls
Fantasy · Sword and Sorcery
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Once Bish’s most feared warrior, Venir the Darkslayer is disgraced, hunted, and forced into a deadly tournament. Framed for murder and pursued by assassins, he uncovers a hidden invasion and a goddess bound in chains beneath the mountains. This grim sword and sorcery epic delivers savage combat, dark magic, and relentless stakes, earning 4.5 stars on Amazon.
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In a land ruled by tyrants, only the savage survive.
Venir the Darkslayer once lived for battle. Forged in blood, fueled by rage, and cursed to slaughter the Underling menace, he was a weapon of vengeance that kept Bish from collapse. But the world has changed. The Underlings are gone… and with them, Venir’s purpose.
Now, betrayed by the cowardly Royals and stripped of his victories, his name has been twisted into lies. Exiled into obscurity and drowning himself in grog, Venir is shoved into the Tournament of Death—a savage pit where killers fight not for gold, but for survival.
But fate isn’t finished with him. When Royal Kira Amberstone is murdered, Venir and his closest ally, Melegal the Rogue, are framed for the crime. What began as Melegal’s investigation into whispers of treachery erupts into a conspiracy dripping with steel, sorcery, and blood. Assassins stalk their every move, and the Royals sharpen their knives.
Yet Venir sees what no one else dares face—enemies from another world have invaded. A forgotten demon army stirs in the dark, eager to consume Bish. Deep within the mountain, the goddess Trinos is bound in chains of sorcery, her power suppressed by the invaders. To free her, Venir must reunite with his war axe Brool, carve through liars and betrayers, and unleash the fury only the Darkslayer can wield.
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Best for readers who like progression-focused LitRPG, unusual power systems, weak-to-strong heroes, and apocalyptic adventure.
1% Lifesteal
Fantasy · LitRPG · Sword and Sorcery
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1% Lifesteal follows Freddy Stern, a twenty-one-year-old cashier whose near-death encounter leaves him with a bizarre Lifesteal ability that makes him stronger with every enemy he defeats. As Freddy learns how to use his new power, he becomes increasingly capable of surviving the dangerous world around him. Best for readers who like progression-focused LitRPG, unusual power systems, weak-to-strong heroes, and apocalyptic adventure.
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An action-packed LitRPG Apocalypse perfect for fans of The Primal Hunter, Road to Mastery, and The Ten Realms.
In a world of countless enemies, Freddy's unique power will help him thrive.
Freddy Stern, a twenty-one-year-old cashier, has lived a plain, albeit harsh life. Having been orphaned—twice—he's spent the last ten years working and staying out of trouble. His only aspiration is to save enough money to become an archhuman.
His dream gets the jump on him when he barely survives a near-death encounter and finds himself in possession of 1% Lifesteal, a bizarre talent with numerous contradictions and just as many uses
With every dead enemy, he becomes a bit stronger, a little wiser, and a lot more ruthless. And no matter how much damage he takes, he can always put himself back together. Physically, at least.
But on his path to power, after having to look at the rotting guts of archhuman society again and again, can his talent keep his mind and soul as pristine as his body?
Or will that part of him simply remain broken...
Experience the start of this action-packed LitRPG Adventure from Robert Blaise set two hundred years after a reality-altering apocalypse. Featuring a weak-to-strong Brawler MC who never backs down, a unique power system, apocalyptic elements and more!
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Chosen to save a failing world, a cursed outcast must cross the Badlands with a dangerous mercenary whose protection carries a seductive cost.
Crown of War and Shadow
Fantasy · Romantasy · Epic Fantasy · Sword and Sorcery
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Chosen to save a failing world, a cursed outcast must cross the Badlands with a dangerous mercenary whose protection carries a seductive cost. As demons breach reality and secrets unravel, desire and betrayal threaten everything. This slow burn romantasy blends epic stakes, dark magic, and forbidden attraction from a number one New York Times bestselling author.
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“J.R. Ward is a powerhouse in the genre and never disappoints!”--Rebecca Yarros, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
"Absolutely unputdownable!"--Jennifer Armentrout, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Crown of War and Shadow is a brand new, sweeping, slow-burn romantasy from #1 New York Times bestseller J. R. Ward, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, and Jennifer Armentrout!
An outcast burdened with a curse. A mercenary out for himself. A kingdom that must be saved.
In the deep, dark, dead of night, passions rise, and empires fall…
The Fulcrum is failing, and demons are slipping into the mortal world.
No one is safe.
Especially not Sorrel. An orphan and an outcast within the walls of her small village because of her mystical abilities. She wants to survive…and find somewhere she can call her true home. But Fate has other plans.
Sorrel has been chosen. Cursed.
She must cross the Badlands to return the Queen's crown and convince the fearsome female to save their world from destruction.
Well aware she’s no brave hero, Sorrel makes a dangerous deal with Merc, a brooding, commanding mercenary known only by his unscrupulous profession.
The deal? A night in his bed that she will never forget, in exchange for her safe passage.
But Merc has secrets of his own, and even though desire runs hot between them, adventure, danger, and betrayal lurk around every corner.
Crown of War and Shadow is the first book in the Kingdoms of the Compass series.
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Hiding as a fortune-teller in a magical traveling carnival, Esmeralda dreams of freedom until her former love resurfaces with a dire warning.
Carnival Fantástico
Fantasy · Teen + Young Adult · Sword and Sorcery
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Hiding as a fortune-teller in a magical traveling carnival, Esmeralda dreams of freedom until her former love resurfaces with a dire warning. As they strike a risky deal, illusion, ambition, and romance collide beneath the Big Top. This YA romantasy delivers charm, danger, and simmering second-chance tension.
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“Witty, charming, and a little sinister, this is a real showstopper.” —Allison Saft, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wings of Starlight
An unputdownable romantasy following a young woman posing as fortune-teller at a magical traveling carnival, where the handsome boy who once broke her heart resurfaces and warns her that the carnival is more sinister than it appears.
Welcome to the Carnival Fantástico, a spectacle of magic and mischief, and the perfect haven for a runaway. Using her tricks and razor-sharp wit, Esmeralda becomes the carnival's resident fortune-teller, aiming for the lead role in the Big Top Show. Success would mean freedom from her former employer, the commander of the King’s army.
Ignacio has defected from the army and is on the hunt for evidence of his father’s corruption. But the last thing he expects to find on his father’s trail of lies is the only girl he's ever loved, spinning false fortunes at a traveling carnival.
Perhaps fortune has thrown them together for a reason. They strike a deal: she’ll help him expose his father if he helps her secure the main act. But old feelings don’t die easily, and the commander’s secret isn’t the only thing they'll need to confront.
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Reborn on Earth after dying as a legendary fantasy hero, Max is powerless until an otherworldly invasion rewrites reality itself.
Past Life Hero
Fantasy · LitRPG · Sword and Sorcery
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Reborn on Earth after dying as a legendary fantasy hero, Max is powerless until an otherworldly invasion rewrites reality itself. As new systems unlock Paths of power, he must rebuild from nothing to protect a world on the brink of collapse. This LitRPG adventure holds a 4.6-star Amazon rating and wide reader praise.
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Reborn as a nobody, he must become a Hero again... then save everybody.
Living on Earth as a recent college graduate, Max can still perfectly recall his past life on the fantasy world of Albion before he was murdered. He'd been hailed as the "Hero of the World" after crawling his way up from poverty, eventually enjoying great fame and luxury.
But reborn on mana-starved Earth, he's just a guy.
However, when Earth is suddenly attacked, changing the natural laws of the world and threatening all life on the planet, Max will get a new opportunity to regain some of his lost power...and then some. He discovers an entire system of multi-dimensional colleges created for those gifted with a Path.
The universe is much larger than Max had even known ever during his first life. Max is not the Hero of Albion anymore, but the drive to excel is still part of his nature. And the more power he has, the easier it should be to save his world.
...Right?
Welcome to this unique twist on isekai fantasy in the next LitRPG Adventure by bestseller Blaise Corvin, author of Delvers LLC and Apocalypse Cultivation.
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