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Sybel, an heiress to a lineage of powerful wizards, lives in isolation within her enchanting mansion, surrounded by magical beasts. Each creature serves a unique role, from the treasure-seeking dragon to the vengeful falcon. Her quest for the elusive Liralen leads her to a soldier who brings an infant, awakening her to the complexities of love, betrayal, and untapped power in a world where magic and humanity intertwine. This journey challenges her solitude and reveals the deeper connections between her enchanted existence and the human realm.

A young man's journey of self-discovery unfolds against a backdrop of family secrets and transformative magic. As he navigates the complexities of growing up, he encounters revelations that challenge his understanding of his heritage and identity. This fantasy tale, crafted by the award-winning author of the Riddle-Master Trilogy, promises an engaging exploration of personal growth and the impact of magic on one's life.

A collection of short stories, within whose pages we find a youthful artist possessed by both his painting and his muse and seductive travelers from the sea enrapturing distant lovers. The statue of a mermaid comes suddenly to life, and two friends are transfixed by a haunted estate--Amazon.com.

The Prince of Ombria is dying, and already his sinister great-aunt is plotting to seize power. The city folk know her reign would be a terrible one. Ombria, it seems, is doomed and yet beneath the streets, a mysterious sorceress is weaving new spells, watched over by a girl sculpted entirely from wax.

Rooted in fairy tale and mythology, this collection features opulent stories that explore imperceptible landscapes. Readers will encounter princesses dancing with deceased suitors, a knight enamored with an exotic official, and a time-traveling angel unable to intervene in historical events. Other narratives include a wizard seduced by the Faerie Queen, returning her rightful treasure. The tales are bewitching and bittersweet, reimagining historical fables in strikingly magical ways, showcasing the author's fantasy prowess.

The latest "rich, resonant" (Publishers Weekly) fantasy from the World Fantasy Award-winning author of The Bell at Sealey Head. Eager to graduate from the school on the hill, Phelan Cle chose Bone Plain for his final paper because he thought it would be an easy topic. Immortalized by poets and debated by scholars, it was commonly accepted-even at a school steeped in bardic tradition-that Bone Plain, with its three trials, three terrors, and three treasures, was nothing more than a legend, a metaphor. But as his research leads him to the life of Nairn, the Wandering Bard, the Unforgiven, Phelan starts to wonder if there are any easy answers...

In this fantasy set in the sleepy town of Sealy Head, an invisible mystery bell rings but is not seen, and the doors of Aislinn House open to show a castle full of knights and princesses, not its own rooms. Reprint.

Twenty years ago, the powerful mage Atrix Wolfe unleashed an uncontrollable force that killed his beloved king. Now, the Queen of the Wood has offered him one last chance for redemption. She asks him to find her daughter, who vanished into the human world during the massacre he caused. No one has seen the princess-but deep in the kitchens of the Castle of Pelucir, there is a scullery maid who appeared out of nowhere one night long ago. She cannot speak and her eyes are full of sadness. But there are those who call her beautiful.

Exploring the intersection of fantasy and contemporary life, this novel by a World Fantasy Award-winning author delves into modern themes while maintaining a rich narrative style. The story weaves together elements of magic and realism, inviting readers to experience a fresh take on familiar concepts. With engaging characters and thought-provoking scenarios, it challenges perceptions of reality and imagination, making it a compelling read for fans of both fantasy and literary fiction.

Brenden Vetch possesses a unique gift that allows him to connect with and nurture plants, but this talent has left him isolated from others. His life changes when he is invited by the wizard Od to be a gardener at a prestigious school in Kelior, where wizards are trained to serve the Kingdom of Numis. As he begins this new role, Brenden's hidden powers come to light, posing a challenge to the monarchy that seeks to control the school's magic and punish those who defy its laws.