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Witching the Night Away

Witching the Night Away: A Witch Romance AnthologyWhere the magic of love meets the power of the paranormal.

Twelve brand new witch romance novellas by New York Times, USA Today, and other bestselling authors.

Deanna Chase – Gift of the Witch

T.M. Cromer – Enduring Magic

V Vaughn – Box Full of Murder

Mandy M. Roth – Candle Me with Care

Michelle M. Pillow – A Potion For Your Thoughts

Yasmine Galenorn – Web of Danger

Amy Boyles – One Solstice Night

Renee George – You Can’t Furry Love

Sarah Hegger – Forged in Fate

Stephanie Berchiolly – The Magical Miseducation of Sylvie Steele

Jennifer Blackstream – Ambush

Christina Garner – Witching the Listing

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10 Best Paranormal Romance Books to Read in February 2023

10 Best Paranormal Romance Books to Read in February 2023

It’s the month of love, and what better way to celebrate than by curling up with a good book? If you’re a fan of paranormal romance, we’ve got the perfect list of books for you. Books with werewolves, fantasy books, reverse harem books, vampire romance books, and books with witches fill the list for the month.

Whether you’re in the mood for a heart-warming love story or an action-packed adventure, these books will provide hours of entertainment. So grab your favorite blanket, pour yourself a glass of wine, and get ready to be swept away by these 10 best paranormal romance books to read in February 2023.

Paranormal Romance Books#1 Zodiac Aligned by Elizbeth Briggs

My true mate wants me back—and I need his help to free the Zodiac Wolves.

After being rejected by the man I love, I find myself packless once more. Kaden says he’ll do whatever it takes to win me back, though I’m not sure I can forgive him.

But to save the Zodiac Wolves, we’ll need to work together to uncover the truth about the mating bonds and the sinister magic that controls our lives.

292 Reviews Zodiac Aligned (Zodiac Wolves Book 4) Amazon Kindle EditionBriggs, Elizabeth (Author)English (Publication Language)297 Pages - 02/06/2023 (Publication Date) - Elizabeth Briggs Books (Publisher) $4.99 Buy on Amazon #2 The Alpha’s Fated Encounter by Roxie Ray

I walk into the bar with my pack, and I scent her straight away.

She’s lying behind the counter with blood trailing from an injury to her head. My desire to protect her stuns me almost as much as her beauty.

But it’s the smell of her blood that stuns me the most—it’s something not quite human.
When she wakes up, her fear tells me all I need to know. She definitely thinks she’s mortal.

2,342 Reviews The Alpha's Fated Encounter: An Opposites Attract Shifter Romance (Fated To Royalty Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionRay, Roxie (Author)English (Publication Language)674 Pages - 10/02/2022 (Publication Date) $5.99 Buy on Amazon #3 Broken Bonds by J Bree

After the death of my mother and her Bonded, I was relieved to find my own Bonds. I was sure everything would be okay if I had them. It wasn’t. The fate of our people is in my hands and I know we’re better off if I’m alone. After five years on the run, I’m caught and dragged back to face the men I ran away from. I thought I was doing the right thing. Now, I’m not so sure. North, Nox, Gryphon, Atlas, and Gabe may never forgive me but one thing is for sure. I won’t ever forgive myself.

18,482 Reviews Broken Bonds (The Bonds that Tie Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionBree, J (Author)English (Publication Language)425 Pages - 06/28/2021 (Publication Date) $4.99 Buy on Amazon #4 Taken by Fate by Shannon Mayer

Plucked out of the Collector’s Pens, auctioned off to a vampire contingent, and sent across the ocean to the Alpha Territories was not exactly how I planned to spend my week.

Actually, scratch that. I had planned the first bit. But I was supposed to be sold to the werewolves so I could save my friend from a fate worse than death. Instead, the bloodsuckers have me and so far? It’s not going great. I’ve been shoved into a corset and made to look like an extra on the cast of Bridgerton, all to take part in the Harvest Games—think The Bachelor set in the 1800s, but the men are all vampires, and then add a decidedly terrifying Squid Games element to the mix.

5,922 Reviews Taken by Fate (The Alpha Territories Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionMayer, Shannon (Author)English (Publication Language)347 Pages - 10/31/2022 (Publication Date) - Hijinks Ink Publishing (Publisher) $3.99 Buy on Amazon #5 Candy for my Orc Boss by Ava Ross

A new life, a new job, a new orc husband . . . Wait, isn’t he supposed to be my boss?

After my ex announces his wedding to someone other than me, I’m eager to leave town. A new life and a new job are just what I need to restore my mojo. On the way to my destination, I overnight at a hotel where edible unmentionables and a tattooed orc construction worker rock my world. I sneak out the next morning, figuring I’ll never see him again.

11 Reviews Candy for my Orc Boss Amazon Kindle EditionRoss, Ava (Author)English (Publication Language)194 Pages - 02/08/2023 (Publication Date) $3.99 Buy on Amazon #6 Monstrous Power by Eva Chase

The truth has come to light… but can I ever trust my men again?

After weeks of cruel hostility, the guys I swore to save know how wrong they were—at least about what I did four years ago. Now that they’ve seen my horrifying new power, will they decide I’m an enemy after all?

1,000 Reviews Monstrous Power (Shadowblood Souls Book 2) Amazon Kindle EditionChase, Eva (Author)English (Publication Language)428 Pages - 12/28/2022 (Publication Date) - Ink Spark Press (Publisher) $4.99 Buy on Amazon #7 Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft by Mandy M Roth

When it rains, it pours…and sometimes love finds you even when you can’t find yourself.

Fate has given me a second chance at the happiness I once knew in the odd Southern town of Grimm Cove. But only if I can come to terms with some rather eye-opening revelations. Supernaturals are a real thing. I’m a witch. My high school sweetheart, who happens to be the Chief of Police in Grimm Cove, is my fated mate and a wolf-shifter. Ghosts exist and can be very nosy and meddlesome. Someone is murdering witches left and right. And last but not least, my ex-husband’s barely legal arm candy is taking fatal attraction to new levels of Hell.

Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Romance Novel (Grimm Cove Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionRoth, Mandy M. (Author)English (Publication Language)300 Pages - 02/16/2020 (Publication Date) - Raven Happy Hour, LLC (Publisher) Buy on Amazon #8 Filthy Rich Vampire by Geneva Lee Albin

Julian Rousseaux has a problem. He’s single, and for the world’s wealthiest vampires, the social season is about to begin. Julian would rather stake himself than participate in the marriage market. But as the eldest, eligible Rousseaux he’s expected to find a wife before the season ends—whether he likes it or not.

2,088 Reviews Filthy Rich Vampire (Filthy Rich Vampires Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionAlbin, Geneva Lee (Author)English (Publication Language)396 Pages - 05/24/2022 (Publication Date) - Estate Books (Publisher) $4.99 Buy on Amazon #9 The Seventh Key by Michelle M Pillow

Nina Cole thought escaping a serial killer would be the hardest thing she ever had to face. When a reporter comes sniffing around wanting her to relive the trauma, she feels she has no choice but to pack up and move to a place where no one knows her. Starting over in her forties is easier said than done. Bad memories aren’t the only thing chasing her. The killer might be in jail, but now it looks like something much more sinister from beyond the grave is hunting her.

173 Reviews The Seventh Key: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Romance Novel (Order of Magic Book 6) Amazon Kindle EditionPillow, Michelle M. (Author)English (Publication Language)280 Pages - 11/29/2022 (Publication Date) - The Raven Books (Publisher) $4.99 Buy on Amazon #10 From Blood and Ash (Blood And Ash Series Book 1) by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Chosen from birth to usher in a new era, Poppy’s life has never been her own. The life of the Maiden is solitary. Never to be touched. Never to be looked upon. Never to be spoken to. Never to experience pleasure. Waiting for the day of her Ascension, she would rather be with the guards, fighting back the evil that took her family, than preparing to be found worthy by the gods. But the choice has never been hers.

48,565 Reviews From Blood and Ash (Blood And Ash Series Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionArmentrout, Jennifer L. (Author)English (Publication Language)622 Pages - 03/29/2020 (Publication Date) - Blue Box Press (Publisher) $7.99 Buy on Amazon

Understanding the Sci-fi Romance Book Genre?

Understanding the Sci-fi Romance Book Genre?

Interested in reading Sci-fi romance books, but you’re not sure what they are? No, worries. I’m here to help.

What is a Sci-Fi Romance Book?

Science fiction romance books are a unique blend of three of the most popular genres: science fiction, fantasy, and romance. These stories can take place in a futuristic world or on a distant planet, or they can be set in the here and now, maybe with an alternate history even. Some might even involve time travel or apocalyptic. They could even involve parallel worlds. Basically, if you can dream it, the science fiction genre can achieve it.

Science Fiction Romance Sub-Genres

There are numerous sub-genres that are housed under the Sci-fi romance banner. Whether it’s a fantasy sci-fi romance, a space opera romance, a cyberpunk romance novel, genetic engineering, or a dystopian romance novel, there is something for everyone in this genre. These books may also contain elements of adventure, paranormal, mystery, horror, and suspense, with varying romance tropes layered in. From friends to lovers to second chances at love, there is something for every romance book lover. The romance within them can vary in heat level from slow burn to spicy.  

What Makes a Good Sci-Fi Romance Book?

Sci-fi romance books have become increasingly popular over the years due to their unique combination of genres, engaging storylines, and relatable characters. When it comes to sci-fi romance books, the key is finding an exciting balance between the genres.

The sci-fi elements should be strong enough to provide an interesting new setting and potentially unexpected plot twists, while the romance should be strong enough to give readers a journey that is both exciting and emotionally satisfying (and I cannot stress this enough, if it’s labeled romance, it needs to have a HEA–happy ever after.)

In addition to a compelling story, books in the sci-fi romance genre should also have well-developed characters. The characters should be able to make meaningful, deep connections with each other despite their extraordinary circumstances.

Must-Read Sci-Fi Romance BooksGenetic Engineering

An example of this would be my Immortal Ops Series World. It is set in the here and now and focuses on men and women who were genetically engineered to be super soldiers. It borrows heavily from real-life historical events with sci-fi elements woven in, creating a plausible backdrop for the romance between the hero and heroine. At the series core, the books are romance reads, but the science fiction elements add extra layers of depth, intrigue, and suspense.

I’m not going to lie. My life would be a ton easier if I’d have set the Immortal Ops in the future on another planet (spoiler alert: my temp titled Space Ops Series will be releasing soon–it’s unrelated to the Immortal Ops, but as the name suggests, takes place in space) because it would have meant I had the freedom to invent the planet and the rules. As it stands, I needed to find a way to blend science facts with fiction, all in a way that fits within the known world we live in.

Since the Immortal Ops books have been released since the early 2000s, I’m going to pat myself on the back and say, “nailed it.” There are numerous entry points to the series since it’s pushing thirty books (and counting) in the overall series world. If you’re interested in giving it a go, check out my Where to Start Page (click here).

Books to Read

Books to ReadLooking for something good to read?Mandy M. Roth’s Must-Read Paranormal Romance Books

If you’re looking for something to read and you’re in the mood for some vampires, werewolves, and witches, then you should definitely check out author Mandy M. Roth’s books. She has a wide selection of paranormal romance books ranging from the Immortal Ops series to the Grimm Cove series.

Paranormal Romance Books: Shifters, Vampires, and Fae!The Immortal Ops Series

The Immortal Ops series is one of the most popular books by Mandy M. Roth. This series follows a group of highly trained alpha males known as the Immortal Ops. They are responsible for protecting humanity from supernatural threats. The series contains plenty of romance, action, humor, and suspense that readers find intriguing. It has spawned several wildly successful spin-off series. Each book in the series world follows a new couple, has a HEA, and there are no cliffhangers.

Immortal Ops Amazon Kindle EditionRoth, Mandy M. (Author)English (Publication Language)260 Pages - 09/21/2016 (Publication Date) - Raven Happy Hour, LLC (Publisher) $0.99 Buy on Amazon Paranormal Women’s Fiction Books: Witches, shifters, vampires, and more!Grimm Cove Series

Grimm Cove is a paranormal women’s fiction romance series set in a small town that is something of a haven for supernaturals. This series has an interesting cast of characters, including witches, werewolves, and shifters – making it all the more entertaining! There are nods to gothic literature, classic literature, beloved fairytales, and more in these novels. Each book in the series follows a new couple, has a HEA, and there are no cliffhangers.

Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Romance Novel (Grimm Cove Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionRoth, Mandy M. (Author)English (Publication Language)300 Pages - 02/16/2020 (Publication Date) - Raven Happy Hour, LLC (Publisher) Buy on Amazon What are you waiting for?

There’s something for everyone in Mandy M. Roth’s books! Her stories will have you hooked until the very last page. So grab your favorite vampire or shifter Ops novel or pick up the latest book from the Grimm Cove series and get lost in her magical worlds. You won’t regret it!

Spotlight: Let it All Burn

Spotlight: Let it All Burn by Denise Grover SwankParanormal Women’s Fiction Book

Next up in my Fab13 spotlight is the amazingly talented Denise Grover Swank. Let it all Burn is such a fabulous read. I keep hoping she’ll make it into a series!

About the Book:

Darcie Weatherby has a full plate—a preteen and sixteen-year-old twins, a wayward grandmother, a nightmare boss, and a manipulative ex-husband. The last thing she needs are hot flashes.

Especially ones that start fires.

But like most single mothers, Darcie sucks it up and deals with it, because what else can she do? The kids need to be fed, her grandmother needs supervising, and her demanding boss needs placating.

Burning her boss’s house down was a total accident.

Honest.

It doesn’t take long before Darcie realizes she’s running on borrowed time. Unless she figures out a way to get these hot flashes under control, there’s a very good chance she’ll spontaneously combust at the Founder’s Day Masquerade Ball and leave her children motherless. There’s no way in hell—or Perry’s Fall, Ohio—Darcie will let that happen.

Never underestimate the determination of a mother.

Especially a smokin’ hot one.
Looking for more books in this HOT FLASH of a new genre?

My Thoughts:

“Let it All Burn” is a page-turner that will have you rooting for Darcie and her never-say-die attitude. Don’t miss out on Denise Grover Swank’s unforgettable read. Fans of Paranormal Women’s Fiction will love it!

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Let it All Burn: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (From the Ashes Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionGrover Swank, Denise (Author)English (Publication Language)320 Pages - 02/13/2020 (Publication Date) - DGS (Publisher) $3.99 Buy on Amazon

Spotlight: Wrong Side of Forty by Jana DeLeon

Spotlight: Wrong Side of Forty by Jana DeLeonParanormal Women’s Fiction

Next up in my spotlight on the Fab13 and their PWF launch books is Jana DeLeon’s Wrong Side of Forty. It should be noted that Jana is why I’m part of the Fab13. I can never thank her enough! She’s amazing and one hell of a writer!

About the Book:

A Paranormal Women’s Fiction with tons of humor. For many, midlife is the beginning.

It was a day like any other day for Marina Trahan…until she caught her husband in bed with another woman. Before that eye-opening wake-up call, Marina would have described her life as average or uneventful, maybe even boring. But now, chaos and confusion reign supreme. She’d expected to slide through midlife with her unwanted extra pounds, chin hair, and hot flashes and move somewhat gracefully into elastic waist pants and having no verbal filter. But with a wayward husband, a high-maintenance daughter, a lackluster career, and a crazy mother all weighing her down, Marina is ready to wave the white flag of surrender.

Then an intriguing stranger named Alexios shows up out of nowhere and insists she is descended from a goddess and is the only person who can save the world from certain destruction. She has roughly a week to do it. Solving a centuries-old mystery seems like a more interesting proposition than the other situations Marina is facing, so she accepts his challenge. But her search for a magical item of power reveals far more about Marina than she ever knew. Maybe enough to save the world. And even herself.

My Thoughts: “Wrong side of 40? More like the right side of funny and a fantastic read from Jana DeLeon!” 

It’s no secret that I love Jana DeLeon’s Miss Fortune series. It should come as no surprise that I adored her PWF book, Wrong Side of Forty. I really, really wish that she’d make it a series. Like every book Jana writes, the characters come to life. If you’re looking for a fantastic read, you’re going to love this book and Marina’s journey.

Read it Today! 1,979 Reviews Wrong Side of Forty: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Marina At Midlife Book 1) Amazon Kindle EditionDeLeon, Jana (Author)English (Publication Language)328 Pages - 02/16/2020 (Publication Date) - J&R Publishing (Publisher) $5.99 Buy on Amazon

Ebook Piracy

Ebook Piracy: Pirates Suck

I’m not getting into the debate about ebook piracy because my stance has been the same for nearly twenty years. No amount of debate is going to sway me on it. There are plenty of places to get free ebooks legally, and I am always running promotions giving away select titles for free. All of my book series have had a run in Kindle Unlimited at some point. Some were in it for three years. Most of my titles are available for libraries to carry.

Needless to say, I’m against having my books pirated and do everything I can to stop it. I’m going to link to some articles here. They’re on my husband’s site. He runs a DMCA Takedown Service for Authors (if that tells you anything about my stance on piracy). LOL

Here is a great article about the fight against ebook piracy and where to find free ebooks legally: “The Fight Against eBook Piracy: Protecting Indie Authors.”

Here is a great write-up on how ebook piracy hurts authors in Kindle Unlimited: Kindle Unlimited (KDP Select), Kindle Direct Publishing, and Book Piracy

Free Ebooks the Legal Way

I have a number of ebooks offered for FREE. You can find them by clicking HERE.

Heat Ratings and More

Heat Ratings for Romance Books

If you’re like me, you love a steamy romance novel. But sometimes it’s hard to know how hot a book is going to be before you start reading. That’s why I decided to put together a list of heat ratings and more for my books. Now you can pick your next read based on how much sweaty action you’re in the mood for!

1. Sweet – These books have minimal sexual content and focus mostly on building a strong emotional connection between the characters. Great for those who are new to romance novels or looking for something light-hearted.

2. Warm – This level of heat includes some physical intimacy, but it is still tender and romantic rather than graphic. Perfect for those looking for some gentle romance.

3. Steamy – Hot and heavy, these books tend to include more explicit sex scenes and lots of passionate moments between the characters. Some readers may find them too intense.

4. Spicy – These are the hottest of hot reads, with frequent and graphic sexual content as well as emotionally charged interactions between the characters. Not for the faint of heart!

So now you know exactly how hot your next read will be before you dive in. Enjoy!

For fun, I’ve broken it down into bite-size snippets. Check it out below! Keep in mind I’m rolling this out slowly on my book pages.

HOT FLASHES (HEAT LEVEL)

=No worry of flare-ups

=It’s a bit warm.

=It’s getting hot in here.

=One or two cold showers are going to be needed.

= Call the fire department, spontaneous combustion is likely to occur.

PARANORMAL LEVEL

=Casper the friendly paranormal here, so don’t worry.

=Might be time to smudge the house.

=You’re good so long as no one says “Beetlejuice” three times in a row.

=Entering Buffy territory. Get those stakes sharpened.

=Vampires, werewolves, and a bunch of other supernatural creatures…oh my! Odds are, holy water, crosses, stakes, and a call to Sam and Dean Winchester might be needed.

LANGUAGE (*^!% RATING)

= Nothing to worry about here folks.

=Aww, hell.

=Someone totally said the “S” word.

= Do you kiss your momma with that mouth?

= A bar of soap will need to be shoved in your mouth when you’re done reading this one because there is at least one or more “F-bombs” being dropped.

ROMANCE (YES, ROMANCE AND HEAT LEVELS ARE DIFFERENT THINGS)

=Romance? Ain’t nobody got time for romance.

=He’s just a friend.

=Okay, he’s totally more than just a friend.

=He has his own drawer, and his toothbrush is in the bathroom

= This is a strong romance book with a happily ever after ending (HEA)

Heroic Love: Songs for the Romance Novel Hero

Heroic Love: Songs for the Romance Novel Hero

Spotify song playlist

Embark on a thrilling musical journey with this curated selection of heart-stirring tunes be your gateway to an enchanting world filled with brooding ballads and lively anthems.

Click her to be taken to the full playlist on Spotify

Transform your favorite stories into vivid experiences as you explore the depths of passion in these captivating melodies – perfect for any romance novel fan!

Sample of the Playlist

Spice Briefs: Bite-Size Romance Books

Spice Briefs: Bite-Size Romance Books

Are you looking for steamy and exciting romance short stories to read? Spice brief romances are the perfect way to add a bit of spice to your life. Tempt your taste buds and pique your interest with a Spice Brief. You’ll be captivated by these short tales. So brace yourself and prepare to be taken on a roller coaster journey of bite-size proportion as you delve into these erotica stories.

Where to buy quick read love storiesEternal SeductionAbout this Book

For bad boy vampire Kit, hiding among humans is easy; getting involved with one is another matter.

But something about sensual Marcy entices him like no one else, human or demon. The one time they’d been intimate—and he tasted her blood—she pushed him away and left him wanting even more. Kit knows he’ll never be free from desiring her.

The only option is to embrace his need and no longer deny himself the pleasure he knows only Marcy can bring.

Buy on Amazon Sin’s Pride
About this Book

Annora knows a lot about her best friend, Singh—including the fact that he is a lion shapeshifter and has a notoriously wicked way with women.

She secretly longs to experience that passion herself, but doesn’t dare risk their friendship. Then Sin’s usual flirting becomes way more intimate. Suddenly, neither of them can resist their desire—even though, according to pride rules, their union is forbidden.

Buy on AmazonDex’s Claim About this Book

Dex Zoller has wanted lioness Jenni Ulman for years, especially when she teases him with her irresistible body.

Yet she’s the daughter of one of the pride’s ruling elders, and he’s a nobody. Dex thinks he isn’t good enough to take her as his mate. But Dex doesn’t realize that Jenni’s body selected him as her mate long ago. His touch made her thrill with passion and need. Being at his mercy is her dream—one that becomes reality once Dex can no longer resist the urge to claim her. . .

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