Book Release: WHEN THE WICKED SING by S.L. DeBois

 Today, we are celebrating the release of WHEN THE WICKED SIN by S.L. DeBois!

When The Wicked Sing explores a world where sirens face the threat of extinction from their ruthless enemies, the fae. This book is ideal for fans of dark siren lore and sharp wit, reminiscent of "To Kill a Kingdom" by Alexandra Christo, as well as the fae politics and dangerous romance found in "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas, and the high-stakes alliances depicted in "The Bridge Kingdom" by Danielle L. Jensen. It is the first book in the Leruna Sea Series!

When the Wicked Sing (The Leruna Sea Series #1)

Publication Date: May 28, 2025

Genre: Fantasy Romance

⦁ Enemies to Lovers

⦁ Slow Burn

⦁ Touch Her/Him and 💀

⦁ Strong FMC

⦁ Hidden Villain

⦁ Betrayal

⦁ Closed Door Love Scene

FROM THE DARKNESS, THEY WILL RISE.

Banished from the fae realm, the last surviving sirens cling to life in the underwater city of Salus, where death lurks at every turn. Mariana, heir to the siren throne, has spent her life preparing to protect her people against the fae, but when her sister, Astra, vanishes on a perilous mission, she faces an impossible choice: defy her mother’s command and risk everything to bring Astra home, or remain trapped in the darkness as her world fades away.

To save Astra, and the future of all sirens, Mariana must recover an ancient amulet capable of restoring their lost homeland, Sirenia, before it falls into the hands of the ruthless fae king. But before she can act, she is captured by Dax, a brooding fae warrior with secrets of his own, who is determined to drag her to the heart of the fae realm. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Mariana and Dax are drawn deeper into a dangerous web of fae politics, long-buried truths, and heartbreaking betrayal.

Stripped of her siren powers and thrust into a world of deadly lies, Mariana uncovers dark forces threatening not only her people, but the entire realm. In a world where loyalty is fragile, love is dangerous, and betrayal runs deep, Mariana must stop the wicked forces rising in the shadows before they can sing their final, deadly song.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

I’ve always had a life-long dream to become a published author. I grew up in Hawaii where storytelling has significant cultural importance and shaped my love for learning. Combine that with the fact that Halloween is my favorite magical holiday and you’ve got an aspiring author. However, as I got older, anxiety became my nemesis (let’s face it, being an adult is hard) and once again, I found an escape through crafting magical fantasy stories. Now living amongst the cornfields of Illinois with my husband, fluffy dog, and two mischievous cats, I find myself always on the lookout for the next adventure—whether it’s in the real world or tucked within the magical pages of a good book.

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BOOK FEATURE: Vertex by Terina Adams

 Breathtaking cover! VERTEX is an enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance that will soon be on your TBR list. 

Book Stats

Vertex (The Chronicles of Nairean Book 1)

Publication Date: March 25, 2025

Genre: Fantasy Romance

Tropes: 

Slow-burn romance💀 enemies-to-lovers,💀  morally grey hero,💀  found family,💀  high-stakes,💀 magical bond 💀 opposites attract,💀 unlikely alliance,💀  underdog heroine,,💀 apprentice romance,💀  sapphic love,💀  sacrificial love,💀  healing love/healing together💀 forbidden love,💀  shared quest 💀 wound nurturing 💀 witty banter,💀  fated mates.

Synopsis

Aara

My world was ravaged when the king’s hunt obliterated my desert tribe, leaving me a captive in a city drenched in secrets. 

Now, I’ve been thrust into a guild of six—an alliance of enslaved survivors, scheming rivals, and pampered heirs of power. To survive, I have to conquer the Vertex, a labyrinthine descent where each level tests me with increasingly dangerous challenges.

But surviving the Vertex isn’t my only battle. There’s a deadlier game unraveling in the shadows, and at its center stands the Blade Master—merciless, unreadable, and the man who slaughtered my people. His blade carved my past, and his secrets could destroy my future. He’s the enemy I swore to kill, yet the only one who can keep me alive. And now I’m trapped in his own lethal game.

Every glance he throws my way is a taunt. Every lesson is a battle of wills. I ache to drive a dagger into his heart—but what terrifies me even more is how he’s slowly slipping into mine.

Alysna

My marriage is a prison. The king, my husband, scorns me, and the court shuns me. But I’ve found solace in the worst place imaginable—my growing obsession with his captivating mistress, Novell.

Bold, unflinching, and dangerously beautiful, Novell ignites a passion that threatens to burn us both. In a court ruled by a jealous king, desiring his mistress is a death sentence. Every stolen glance is a risk, every touch a silent rebellion.

I know the stakes. I know how this ends. But I can’t stop.

Two women defy their fates. Two secrets sharp as steel. Two hearts must conquer.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Terina’s life has been a tapestry of thrilling adventures and diverse experiences. From riding camels through the Rajasthani desert and white-water rafting on the Zambezi to bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls bridge and hiking the peaks in Pakistan, her thirst for adventure knows no bounds. She has piloted a twin-prop plane into remote First Nation communities in northern Western Australia and spent countless hours peering into the mysteries of the microscopic world in a laboratory.

However, it was motherhood that brought a different kind of adventure into her life. Seeking an outlet for her creativity and restless spirit, Terina embarked on a master's degree in writing. This decision marked the beginning of her journey as an author.

Terina writes fantasy and paranormal romance. Her vivid imagination and diverse experiences breathe life into her stories, captivating readers with worlds of magic, mystery, and romance.

Book Feature: The Legend of Black Jack by A.R. Witham

 

Action, adventure, and portals! The Legend of Black Jack by A.R. Witham has it all!

The Legend of Black Jack

Publication Date: May 17th, 2022

Genre: YA Fantasy

Features

⦁ Action Adventure,

⦁ Coming-of-Age,

⦁ Portal Fantasy

⦁ Full Page Illustrations

Synopsis

Jack Swift can tell you every element on the periodic table, recite Treasure Island verbatim, and would remember in perfect detail every word you’d ever say to him. He has been alone for a long time, so he has buried himself in books, using them to plan his escape.

But no textbook could ever prepare him for the land of Keymark.

At 3:33 a.m. on his fourteenth birthday, Jack is kidnapped by a hideous monster to another sphere of existence. Now there are two moons in the sky, and he is surrounded by grotesque creatures and magical warriors training for battle. They want the impossible: Jack must use his abilities to save a life or be trapped in this bizarre world with no chance of rescue.

Jack doesn’t have secret magic, a great destiny, or any experience.

So why do they all expect him to become a legend?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Visit arwitham.com on the web for a free novella and a free short story.

A.R. is a three-time Emmy®-winning writer, and he wrote these books for you. He loves adventure in all forms, and when you inject majik into the action, you suddenly arrive in places you never dreamed.

Would you like dragons with that? Yes please.

A.R. loves stories that combine darkness with light. Mixing the two can concoct a powerful alchemy that results in some delicious emotional damage. Great books make you feel fear, love, excitement, anxiety, humor, betrayal, and warmth all between two covers.

"Come on in. Open the first page. Let me tell you a story."

-Andy