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Slinging hotdogs may not be the most glorious side gig, but hey, if it paid for college, that’s all Emma could ask for. And let’s be real, of all the crowds in the world, what were the odds that Comic-Con would get Portalled next? Emma really should’ve known better. Once again, the universe conspires against her, and now she’s stuck in a world where the laws of physics don’t seem to apply, and even the grass is trying to kill her. She better pay close heed to the Artificial Intelligence guiding her and make some new friends fast, because out here, it’s thrive or die.

A delightfully funny, fantastically inventive collection of twenty newly unearthed short stories by Sir Terry Pratchett, the award-winning and bestselling author of the phenomenally successful Discworld fantasy series. This special trove is a must-have for Pratchett fans of all ages. The...

A collection of the year’s best short stories, selected by Pulitzer Prize winner Andrew Sean Greer and series editor Heidi Pitlor. Andrew Sean Greer, “an exceptionally lovely writer, capable of mingling humor with sharp poignancy” (Washington Post), selects twenty stories out of thousands...

Adam lived paycheck to paycheck, earning a contract that'd finally change everything. After a skydive gone wrong, he endures an Isekai by the Creator Herself, entering a land of myth and magic to compete in the Game of Castles where individuals are constantly challenged. As one of a hundred Champions, he can level through feats and quests, unlocking the power of the Gods. Tolmeria is not for the faint of heart. The land is infested with monsters, foul magic, and evil people.

It sounds insane, but asking a young dragon to watch over a flock of magical sheep might just be Timmy's ticket to financial freedom. To earn his pardon and help Everton win the war against the Eternal Empire, Timmy - Grand Necromancer extraordinaire - has his work cut out for him. Thankfully...

Four hundred years after mankind's arrival on Erna, the undead sorcerer Gerald Tarrant travels north in search of a legend. For it is rumored there is a forest where the fae has become so powerful that it devours all who enter it, and he means to test its power.

"You see, Paula, how well it will work out. Lily will drink the blood of the village maidens—and Barnabas will be blamed." "Whatever happens to Barnabas, you'll still have Quentin to reckon with!" "The werewolf? If Quentin tries to interfere with me, I'll find a way to deal with him." "I'd rather die," Paula said firmly. "An interesting suggestion," Bentley remarked pleasantly. "Dying could be your first step in joining my company of friends—zombies, if you will.

Summoners are born, not made. For Bran of Ealdor, this is the one thing stopping him from becoming a member of the legendary warriors known as summoners. They are gods among men who can call monsters into battle to fight alongside them. Mages, Rangers, Beastmasters, Protectors, Hunters, and Lancers. These are the six classes of summoners. None of which Bran can become.

Whodunit? The answer is absolutely spellbinding. In this genre-blending collection of short stories, seven award-winning and bestselling fantasy authors work their signature magic on the puzzle-box plot. Whether unfolding in realities far-flung or deceptively familiar, these mysteries leave an...

“In Rabbit Test and Other Stories, Mills examines the human spirit with a sharp eye and a gentle heart.”—Eugenia Triantafyllou A subversive debut short-fiction collection from one of the hottest talents in speculative fiction: 2025 Compton Crook Award winner and Pushcart Prize nominee...

Fonda Lee returns to the acclaimed Green Bone Saga with four prequel short stories that delve into the personal histories of the Kaul and Ayt families.

Dubbed "the American Tolkien" by Time magazine, #1 New York Times bestselling author George R.R. Martin is a giant in the field of fantasy literature and one of the most exciting storytellers of our time. Now he delivers a rare treat for readers: a selection of his shorter works, collected into...

In this hotly-requested collection of after-stories, the colorful residents of the Spirit Realm take center stage!

Cradle isn’t over yet. Lindon’s journey may have ended, but there are still more tales to tell. The stories in this collection will show you the world after Cradle, those left behind, and even some legends from long ago. Witness the first Uncrowned King tournament. Visit the Monarchs and their voyages in the lands beyond. Get to know the Abidan in their homes, and meet the people of new worlds as they cross paths with familiar faces. And, of course, check in on some old friends.

After working outdoors for years, I had built the kind of strength that many only dream about. Intent on building a new life for myself, I set my sights on the road so that I could explore the wilderness all over the country. But to explore, a man needs the right kind of vehicle. And then I found it—an old RV sitting in a dusty old lot, with a price tag so cheap that it was an absolute steal. Buying it seemed like a no-brainer, but before I could pull out of the lot, the RV had other plans about where it was going, and sent me to a whole other world.

My world flipped upside down when a chance visit to a magic shop run by a flirty catgirl unveiled a shocking truth: I’m a sorcerer, gifted with the rare ability to wield rune, a mysterious and powerful energy. Soon, I’m invited to a magical academy to master my abilities, where I'm surrounded by stunning classmates and endless opportunities. But life here isn’t all enchantments and charm. From fierce werewolves to pompous professors, every day is a new challenge.

Everyone else sees chaos and monsters. I see opportunity. Back on Earth, I was a history teacher. Now I’m Lord Nathan Cavendish, young, titled, and carrying the potential to become something more. In this world, every winter brings monstrous hordes. Magic exists, but it's weak and unreliable. The exception? Wild Sorceresses, women overflowing with raw power so vast they’re feared and hunted. Not by me. I see potential in them, and I have the means to harness it.

Valdis Wolfbane is renowned through the lands for his physical prowess and mighty conquests, but he's willing to give it all up to purchase a farm and settle down. Exchanging a sword for a plow, he's set on turning the dilapidated farm into something he can live off for the rest of his peaceful life. What he didn't bet on was finding love after all these years of fighting. Now that he has the time, he's about to discover that two is better than one... and three makes for a life well lived.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Step into the enchanting world of medieval chivalry, where honorable knights, mysterious pilgrims, and tales of legendary rings intertwine. Follow young Otto von Trautwangen as he leaves the peaceful banks of the Danube to earn his knighthood, driven...

Discover the Witcher series like you've never heard it before in this brand-new, immersive audio production with music, sound design, and a full cast. The adventures of Geralt the Witcher continue in The Time of Contempt, the second novel in the bestselling Witcher saga. The kings and armies are...