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The Return of Fitzroy Angursell

Fitzroy Angursell is a folk hero out of recent legend, but out of legend nonetheless. In his songs, he told of how he and his friends of the Red Company adventured around the Empire of Astandalas and far afield. He claimed to have romanced the Moon and stolen from the Sun, to have hunted the White Stag across the length and breadth of Fairyland, to have crashed a party in the very heart of the Palace of Stars and thumbed his nose at the Emperor of Astandalas. People remember him for his songs and his wit, for his magic and his friendships, and those who had the fortune to meet him are always waiting for the catch. For Fitzroy Angursell was by all accounts a conman extraordinaire. But there never was a con. When he said he was a son of a great family, caught under a grievous enchantment, descendant of myths and magi, heir of the Prince of the White Forest and of the Emperor-Mage Aurelius Magnus and all the rest, he was telling the exact and utter truth....
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Chip Blip

There's a new sleuth in town — he's fun, funny, and very 2424! It's 2424. Super Sleuth Max Booth is uncovering the secrets of 20th century gadgets with his faithful but slightly neurotic robodog, Oscar. There are sinister characters and challenges along the way. Join the adventure in this fabulous series full of mystery, surprises and suspense. Ideal for reluctant readers. Max and his robo-dog, Oscar, are baffled by the discovery of a tiny device that looks like a grain of rice. Using their future-sleuthy skills, they figure out what it is – an ID chip that should have been implanted into a very special dog ...400 years ago! They unleash the truth of a long-lost treasure. But, Bluggsville's savviest sleuths could be hounded off the treasure trail for good.
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The Dragonscale Throne

Layanna Fairling cannot hide, she cannot stop, she must keep going. Dragonscale, the land that floats in the sky, awaits her arrival.The fae are amassing for their Lost Queen as she journeys to persuade the King of Dragons to help her overthrow the false King. When Layanna and her protectors arrive at the Northern Sea, they must agree to aid the mermaid who will help them to cross the treacherous waters. Will they lure a human to his death in order to appease the merfolk?On the other side of the water, the mountain leads to Dragonscale, their final destination. Will they find the dragons before the false King Jordeek is able to end her quest?
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The Vanishing Half

Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2020 by O, the Oprah Magazine, The Washington Post, Harper's Bazaar, Buzzfeed, Vogue, PureWow, New York Magazine and more"Bennett's tone and style recalls James Baldwin and Jacqueline Woodson, but it's especially reminiscent of Toni Morrison's 1970 debut novel, The Bluest Eye." —Kiley Reid, Wall Street Journal "A page-turner." —O, The Oprah Magazine"Sure to be one of 2020s best and boldest." –ElleFrom The New York Times-bestselling author of The Mothers, a stunning new novel about twin sisters, inseparable as children, who ultimately choose to live in two very different worlds, one black and one white.The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of...
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Sisters of Sword and Song

Rebecca Ross, acclaimed author of The Queen's Rising duology, delivers a thrilling new fantasy about the lengths two sisters will go for each other. Perfect for fans of Ember in the Ashes, Sky In the Deep, and Court of Fives. After eight years, Evadne will finally be reunited with her older sister, Halcyon, who has been serving in the queen's army. But when Halcyon unexpectedly appears a day early, Eva knows something is wrong. Halcyon has charged with a heinous crime, and though her life is spared, she is sentenced to 15 years. Suspicious of the charges, brought forth by Halcyon's army commander, as well as the details of the crime, Eva volunteers to take part of her sister's sentence. If there's a way to absolve Halcyon, she'll find it. But as the sisters begin their sentences, they quickly learn that there are fates worse than death.
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Their Second-Time Valentine

Sometimes love is a package deal...Two sweethearts for the price of one!Rugged builder Kane Fortune has never had any trouble attracting women—he's just never been the type to stick around. Until he meets widowed mom Layla McCarthy and her adorable toddler, Erin. But just as Kane feels safe enough to let his guard down for the first time, Layla puts on the brakes. She's worried he's not up to being a lifetime valentine. Kane will have his work cut out for him proving he's right for the role.From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune
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His Innocent's Passionate Awakening

Untouched and unawakened...Or redemption?Rather than lose her beloved estate to ultrarich playboy Luca Ferrantelli, Artemisia agrees to wed him...on paper. Traumatized by a devastating accident, the heiress hasn't left the castello in years. She knows nothing of the world outside—nothing of a man's touch.If there's a chance that marrying Artie will give his grandfather the will to live, Luca must do it. But he's determined to resist the addictive pull of Artie's vibrancy and vulnerability. Until their scorching wedding kiss stirs the beauty to sensual new life!USA TODAY Bestselling Author
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Hush

Graceling meets Red Queen in this exciting debut novel by an electrifying new voice "Hush has all the trappings of a great fantasy: a curse, a labyrinthine castle, many secrets, and powerful magic. At the center of it all, a girl unwilling to allow her world to be twisted by lies when she knows the truth. A truly gripping read." - Emily A. Duncan, New York Times bestselling author of Wicked SaintsThey use magic to silence the world. Who will break the hush?Seventeen-year-old Shae has led a seemingly quiet life, joking with her best friend Fiona, and chatting with Mads, the neighborhood boy who always knows how to make her smile. All while secretly keeping her fears at bay... Of the disease that took her brother's life. Of how her dreams seem to bleed into reality around her. Of a group of justice seekers called the Bards who claim to use the magic of Telling to keep her community safe.When her...
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