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February 19, 2024
Three Hours Cover Update
Nine years after it's release, THREE HOURS has a new look! This is the only book in the series I am updating. I selected the original cover because at that time, I couldn't find a model that looked like Wheeler. I settled on one with chains that embodied his struggle.
With this new model, I added a chain since that symbolism is important to his story. I had a great time putting this together and I'm really happy with it.
The ebooks are in the process of updating. Unless my publisher requests it, the audiobooks will remain the same. And finally, I will be updating the paperbacks. That will take a little more time to set up.
And boom goes the dynamite!
Original cover:
December 14, 2023
Cover Reveal: The Thief
COMING APRIL 9, 2024
THE THIEF (Black Arrowhead: Book 4)
Loving her in secret was becoming his new favorite thing.
The latest installmentin the Black Arrowhead series is a page-turner that will keep you up all night!
Mercy Breedlove is hardworking, spirited, and eager to find ajob. After receiving a trial offer for a position, she’s determined to win overher cantankerous boss, who thrives in absolute chaos. When a stranger from her pastshows up and threatens her with an ultimatum, Mercy finds herself in serious hotwater.
Food isn’t the only thing simmering in Bear’s kitchen. Over thepast two months, the shy but gentle giant has been falling for the most gregariouswolf in the house. Because of pack rules, he keeps that insatiable desire underlock and key. But when someone from Mercy’s past threatens to steal her future,Bear vows to protect her at any cost.
A forbidden romance blooms between two packmates, but can itsurvive a secret so big it could start a war?
Love takes courage.
Preorder links are exclusive to certain retailers. All retailers go live on the release date.
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AUDIO
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November 22, 2023
The Vow giveaway
Haven't read the Black Arrowhead series? Want to win a Kindle copy of THE VOW (Book 1) in a paranormal Shifter romance that has ALL THE FEELS?
Enter on Goodreads :)
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The Vow by Dannika Dark Giveaway ends December 20, 2023.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
Enter GiveawayNovember 16, 2023
Audiobook Giveaway
To celebrate the release of THE CHOSEN, I have six audiobook codes available from Audiobooks.com. Winners will be provided the information needed to claim their free copy of THE CHOSEN.
“Fear is your enemy’s feast.”The gripping third installment of the Black Arrowhead series.
Robyn is desperately searching for a pack, but the odds are stacked against her. Shifters don’t accept humans, especially ones with a watchdog. Her fate takes a wild turn when she hitches a ride with a band of rogues who are vying for a spot in a newly formed pack. Just when she gets a taste of the good life, a menacing force threatens to rip it away.
As a detective, Montana takes chances all the time. After seeing an open call for packmates, he gambles on an inexperienced Packmaster who has potential. When a mysterious woman joins their group, Montana defends her from those who would cast her out. Robyn is kind, loyal, and everything he desires. But when secrets are brought to light, they must each decide where their loyalty lies.
A romance forms between an unlikely couple, but can love conquer all when the stakes are too high?
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November 12, 2023
The Chosen is LIVE!
It is finally here!!! Another exciting addition to the Black Arrowhead series. Haven't started the series? I'm temporarily lowering THE ALPHA to $0.99! GET IT HERE
THE CHOSEN LINKS:
ebooks
Apple Books, Smashwords, and audio are all on preorder until the stroke of midnight on Nov 14. Barnes & Noble is still processing and I'll update the link once it's live. The rest of you get it a day early.
AUDIOBOOKS
Paperbacks
Hardcovers
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Books in the Black Arrowhead Series
November 9, 2023
The Chosen Print now Available
Now available! THE CHOSEN print (Paperback and hardcover) are now available to order.
Note: Hardcover shipping may be delayed, but is totally worth it.
PaperbacksAmazon (US) Amazon (Non-US)
Hardcovers
October 24, 2023
Crossbreed Insider's Guide Release Day!
Happy release day to the Crossbreed Series Companion: An Insider's Guide!
Grab your copy!
WHERE TO BUY:
Amazon (US)
Amazon (non-US)
Apple Books
Barnes & Noble Kobo Google Play Smashwords
Paperbacks (preorder not available. Book will be live on or prior to Oct 19)
Hardcovers (preorder not available. Book will be live on or prior to Oct 19)
Amazon (US) Amazon (non-US) Barnes & Noble
Print size is a hefty 6x9 in both paperback and hardcover.
Audio unavailable
The ultimate series companion for the USA Today bestselling Crossbreed series
BONUS: Two brand-new short stories included!
Published 10/24/2023The most comprehensive guide for the Breed world to date! Crossbreed fans will delight in a behind-the-scenes look at these unforgettable stories. Included is a detailed character breakdown, hidden spoilers, the author’s perspective in the making of both the stories and the covers, fun facts, favorite quotes, Easter eggs, and much more! This is a truly special edition that celebrates everything fans love about the Crossbreed series but also gives in-depth reference material to the Breed world.
This insider’s guide is not just for Crossbred fans. Mageriverse addicts will devour the Breed profiles, which provide detailed facts about each Breed’s customs, physical traits, laws, history, and gifts—just to name a few! An expanded glossary is also included.
This guide contains spoilers and a riveting short story about Christian Poe that’s sure to please!
Size comparison of Keystone (top) vs the Insider's Guide
Crossbreed Insider's Guide in printBooks in the Crossbreed Series
October 23, 2023
Keystone sale
What better way to celebrate the coming Insider's Guide release than to have a sale?
Book 1 of the Crossbreed series is now available for $0.99 at the following retailers:
ebooks
Note: Kobo is full price, but if you are a Kobo shopper, Keystone is part of their BOGO (Buy one get one free) campaign (along with other titles) until Oct 31. :-)
An imperfect world
Changes often come about with each new generation. But in the Breed world, semi and full immortals can live for hundreds if not thousands of years. They cling to their ways. Not all, of course.
You can see in the books how it is often the newly-made immortals or young ones who push back on the flawed system. Who question it. Because they have all been at war for so long, they have only recently formed a system of law that governs each Breed differently. Because they live in secret from humans, they are limited in power. They cannot build endless jails to punish, so many crimes that are considered lower on the scale are gone unpunished. They might have to surrender land or wealth or provide reparations.
I love the idea of Crossbreeds. Because the Breed world has been at war with each other, they have separated themselves. They fear extinction of their own kind. Many Breeds have gone extinct. Many Shifter animals types have phased out. I pair couples together who are different animal types of breeds to show their journey and even the challenges they face.
Some are unfairly mistreated or shunned in my world. If you see that and empathize with the character, I have done my job. Each character has their own unique journey that isn't always about their Breed type but may just be a personal or emotional struggle they must overcome.
Every series is about found family. Every single one. People with different backgrounds, cultures, and of different paranormal types coming together as family. Even Hunter being part of Keystone was a learning experience for each member. That they needed to accept who he was and his personal journey. The goal was never to change him or "fix him", only make it so the others in the house were given the right tools to help them learn how to interact and communicate with him in a way that Hunter wanted.
The Breed world in many ways is behind the human one. Humans tend to fantasize that if immortals existed, they would have a perfect system. Older people tend to cling to what is familiar to them. This even shows in many immortals' reluctance to accept technology.
When a couple feels scorn from restaurant patrons because they are an interbred couple, I want readers to see how unfair and wrong that is. I want readers to feel angry that queer characters of a breeding supernatural type are looked down upon by their own kind because they're somehow not contributing to keeping the species alive. Readers should feel the unjustness of there being social classes among Breeds. Readers should feel upset when someone is mistreated because they don't have the right eye color or have defective Mage gifts. And if anything, I want to show just how special and wonderful those characters are. Readers should see that everyone's journey is different. Some characters can't have children. Others don't want them. That's why I, as the author, never push kids on my charters.
Most of all, I want my characters to keep pushing back, to be their authentic self and continue their pursuit of love and family.
Thank you for reading my stories. I put so much time and love into crafting each one that I hope they are books you want to revisit. Some are urban fantasy and focus more on the heroes journey and action. Others are paranormal romance and meant to focus on the couple's journey. Whether it's happy tears or wanting to fling the book across the room, I hope every book makes you feel something and walk away with a better perspective on the diverse world around us.
Happy reading!
October 20, 2023
Crossbreed Insider's Guide Print
Print copies are now available for the Crossbreed Series Companion: An Insider's Guide.
Shipping times may vary. Country availability is limited.
Paperbacks (preorder not available. Book will be live on or prior to Oct 19)
Hardcovers (preorder not available. Book will be live on or prior to Oct 19)
Amazon (US) Amazon (non-US)
ebooks will go live on October 24
Amazon (non-US) - preorder Apple Books - preorder Barnes & Noble Kobo Google Play Smashwords - preorder
