Carol Beth Anderson

A spoiled royal hungry for excitement. A young man who hates nobles. Can they foil a kidnapping before they fall prey to an enemy's deadly magic? Seventeen-year-old Princess Nora Abrios is lonely and bored. Though she's a frost eater who creates magical ice, she'd give anything for a chance to really cut loose. When a commoner's flying antics capture her attention, she seizes the opportunity to partner up and escape her dreary palace duties. Krey West's girlfriend Zeisha disappeared weeks ago. He vowed to discover her fate. So when his unusual magic catches the eye of the privileged princess, he jumps at the chance to find his love by exploiting the monarchy he hates. But he's surprised by his feisty new ally's willingness to defy her family and dig deep into the nation's darkest secrets... As new evidence shocks Nora, she makes the fateful choice to flee the capital and join Krey in banishment. And when they uncover a sinister plot which runs darker than the disappearance of one girl, Krey resolves to do whatever it takes...even if he must face down a dragon. Can Nora and Krey save Zeisha and expose a shadowy enemy, or will their prying spell their doom? --- The Frost Eater is the enthralling first book in the Magic Eaters dystopian YA fantasy trilogy. If you like funny and capricious heroines, smart and snarky heroes, romance subplots, and unique world-building, then you'll adore Carol Beth Anderson's fast-paced tale. Buy The Frost Eater and devour its dark magic today!

The Frost Eater

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST meets THE BACHELOR / THE SELECTION.

Aeryn is hungry, perpetually exhausted, and short on hope. Ever since her merchant father lost everything to pirates, the twenty-two-year-old has worked endlessly to meet the needs of her impoverished family. But it's never enough.

That all changes when a mysterious faerie invites her to a competition hosted by a Fae beast looking for a wife. Tor, the castle-dwelling creature, is wealthy enough to provide for Aeryn's family ... and she's desperate enough to say yes.

The castle is beautiful, straight out of Aeryn's dreams. Tor is more suited to her nightmares, with his red eyes, long claws, and rat-like tail. But looks can be deceiving ...

Then there are the other contestants, nine powerful faerie females. Aeryn is a mortal. How is she supposed to compete with their otherworldly beauty—and thwart the curse magic some of them wield?

The complicated situation quickly turns impossible for Aeryn. As her romance with Tor progresses, she also finds herself drawn to Wyatt, the castle gardener. He's nothing like the powerful Tor, yet Aeryn's feelings for him keep blurring the lines between friendship and attraction.

Winning Tor's heart is the only way Aeryn can save her family. But can she fend off the attacks of powerful faerie females, ignore her growing desire for Wyatt, and let herself fall for a monster?

If you like fairytale retellings, bookish heroines, love triangles, and a little bit of steam, you'll love Beauty and Deceit. Buy it now!

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Originally published on Kindle Vella as Beauty and Deceit: A Faerie Tale Retelling.

This story is romantic, and there's mild steam. The intimacy is open door but with minimal explicit detail. Written for NA (new adult) audiences, appropriate for ages 16+.

A Beauty and the Beast Farie Retelling

Beauty and Deceit

THE END, Rona wrote on the calendar square.Rona Abrios, the only living seer on the planet of Anyari, has her most horrific vision yet-she foresees the apocalypse.Soon, nearly every human on her peaceful, technologically advanced planet will die. Rona even knows who's behind it: philanthropist Alvun Merak.This type of prophecy can't be averted. Despite that, Rona believes her sister, seventeen-year-old Ellin, is meant to fight it.The more Ellin learns about Merak, the more alarmed she becomes. He's funding an archeological dig with mysterious, world-ending potential. Ellin, her boyfriend Trett, and Rona scramble to stop him.But Merak's wealth and power may make him unbeatable. And the seer and her sister know that fate is the fiercest enemy of all.Will anyone survive the prophesied apocalypse? The Seer's Sister is the exciting sci-fi prequel to The Magic Eaters YA fantasy trilogy. It can be read before or after the trilogy or as a standalone. If you like imperfect characters worth rooting for, villains with dark secrets, and in-depth worldbuilding, then you'll love Carol Beth Anderson's heart-pounding tale.Content note: The Seer's Sister contains scenes of abduction and captivity, along with plotlines relating to cancer and death, including discussion of a child's death.

Prequel to The Magic Eaters Trilogy

The Seer's Sister

Helen Whistberry

Jacob Klop

IT IS TIME FOR THE OTHER SIDE OF THE STORYTen fairytale villains set the record straight, sharing their version of classic tales. They may still be villainous or redeem themselves - you decide. Retold stories feature the Evil Queen, Rumpelstiltskin, the Giant from Jack and the Beanstalk, Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, the Ogress from Rapunzel, the witch from Hansel and Gretel, the Big Bad Wolf, the Pied Piper, Bluebeard, and the stepmother from Cinderella. Villainous features twisted tales sure to intrigue you because, after all, what would a fairytale be without its villain?

An Anthology of Fairytale Retellings

Villainous

A spoiled royal hungry for excitement. A young man who hates nobles. Can they foil a kidnapping before they fall prey to an enemy's deadly magic? Seventeen-year-old Princess Nora Abrios is lonely and bored. Though she’s a frost eater who creates magical ice, she’d give anything for a chance to really cut loose. When a commoner’s flying antics capture her attention, she seizes the opportunity to partner up and escape her dreary palace duties. Krey West’s girlfriend Zeisha disappeared weeks ago. He vowed to discover her fate. So when his unusual magic catches the eye of the privileged princess, he jumps at the chance to find his love by exploiting the monarchy he hates. But he’s surprised by his feisty new ally’s willingness to defy her family and dig deep into the nation’s darkest secrets… As new evidence shocks Nora, she makes the fateful choice to flee the capital and join Krey in banishment. And when they uncover a sinister plot which runs darker than the disappearance of one girl, Krey resolves to do whatever it takes…even if he must face down a dragon. Can Nora and Krey save Zeisha and expose a shadowy enemy, or will their prying spell their doom? ••• The Frost Eater is the enthralling first book in the Magic Eaters dystopian YA fantasy trilogy. If you like funny and capricious heroines, smart and snarky heroes, romance subplots, and unique world-building, then you’ll adore Carol Beth Anderson’s fast-paced tale. Buy The Frost Eater and devour its dark magic today!

Get ready to devour The Magic Eaters: over 1500 pages of dystopian YA fantasy featuring dragons, romance, and a magical world like no other. Blogger Sara R. Cleveland said, "The Frost Eater is hands down the best YA book I have read in a long time. Maybe ever." One-click to get the entire acclaimed series for one low price! ••• Book 1 Description: A spoiled royal hungry for excitement. A young man who hates nobles. Can they foil a kidnapping before they fall prey to an enemy's deadly magic? Seventeen-year-old Princess Nora Abrios is lonely and bored. Though she’s a frost eater who creates magical ice, she’d give anything for a chance to really cut loose. When a commoner’s flying antics capture her attention, she seizes the opportunity to partner up and escape her dreary palace duties. Krey West’s girlfriend Zeisha disappeared weeks ago. He vowed to discover her fate. So when his unusual magic catches the eye of the privileged princess, he jumps at the chance to find his love by exploiting the monarchy he hates. But he’s surprised by his feisty new ally’s willingness to defy her family and dig deep into the nation’s darkest secrets… As new evidence shocks Nora, she makes the fateful choice to flee the capital and join Krey in banishment. And when they uncover a sinister plot which runs darker than the disappearance of one girl, Krey resolves to do whatever it takes…even if he must face down a dragon. Can Nora and Krey save Zeisha and expose a shadowy enemy, or will their prying spell their doom? ••• The Magic Eaters is an enthralling dystopian YA fantasy trilogy, with a sci-fi/fantasy prequel. If you like funny and capricious heroines, smart and snarky heroes, romance subplots, and unique world-building, then you’ll adore Carol Beth Anderson’s fast-paced series. Buy The Magic Eaters and devour its dark magic today!

The Complete Fantasy Trilogy Plus Prequel

The Magic Eaters

She looks like an angel ... acts like a human ... and must risk her life and heart to save the faerie realm. Sela is a young, feather-winged faerie, living a life of magical ease. Her fellow Fae portray themselves as benevolent gods, worthy of human allegiance. But Sela would rather carouse with mortals than rule them. When Sela gets caught illegally fraternizing with humans, her leaders cast her out of magical society, declaring her a fallen faerie. They command her to masquerade as a human and spy on the Darros, a family scheming to take down the Fae. If she helps stamp out the conspiracy, her exile will end. Sela agrees to tutor the Darros' son, Kovian, in the Fae language. When she arrives, she discovers Kovian isn't a little boy. He's eighteen. He's gorgeous. And he despises faeries. Wearing her human glamour, Sela intends to charm him into revealing his family's plot against the Fae. But she finds herself truly falling for him, while he pushes her away at every turn. Despite Kovian's hostility, Sela is determined to earn his trust, learn his secrets, and save her people ... if his family doesn't discover her true identity and kill her first. If you like rich worldbuilding, unexpected twists, and slow-burn/enemies-to-lovers romance, then you'll love Carol Beth Anderson's Feathered Fae series. Buy Book 1, Faerie Fallen, now. --- This romantic fantasy series is written for upper-YA and adult audiences. Expect some language and violence, plus sensual romance scenes with high emotions and mild heat. Perfect for fans of Elise Kova and Holly Black. Content Advisory: Faerie Fallen contains depictions of self-harm, an instance of attempted assault in the form of an interrupted unwanted kiss, and various types of non-sexual violence, including sadism, masochism, and harm to an infant (briefly described).

Faerie Fallen

"You belong to me. You'll regret ever thinking you could get away." Fifteen-year-old Kari is the oldest of ten children. When their father abandons them and their mother dies, Kari must care for them all. Overwhelmed, she flees to a nearby city. Desperation and hunger drive Kari to the only work available-at a brothel run by Roza and Yolin, a cruel madam and her husband. There, Kari forges bonds with another woman and a young handyman. But friendship and fine dresses can't veil the despair of her grim new life. Knowing Yolin's savagery toward runaways, Kari doesn't dare escape-until an unexpected pregnancy compels her to try. She hides in the forest, where a mysterious magical force shields her from Yolin's pursuit. When she's most vulnerable, Kari's supernatural protection disappears. Yolin attacks, and she must fight for her life, her dignity, and her child. But Roza and Yolin are ruthless manipulators. And all Kari's furious strength may not be enough to defeat them. Whether you're new to the Sun-Blessed Trilogy or an existing fan, this prequel will captivate your imagination from the first page. Kari's story is a breathtaking tale of unstoppable women and unforgettable magic.

A Sun-Blessed Trilogy Novella

Birth of Magic

Enchanted tattoos, slashed tires, and first kisses . . . Peek inside The Curio Cabinet for an assortment of 150 stories, each about fifty words long. Explore all four shelves: In Other Worlds Mind-bending fantasy, sci-fi, and horror Love in Miniature Romance to savor Rhythm & Rhyme Vibrant poetry Curios Eclectic, unique tales You'll be delighted with the tiny treasures in The Curio Cabinet.

A Collection of Miniature Stories

The Curio Cabinet

After Tavi Malin discovers her extraordinary magical talents, dissidents in a distant city want to capture her to use her gifts for their own purposes. If she is to prevail, she must find a confidence that goes deeper than magic itself.

Carol Beth Anderson

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