Best Selling Books by Melissa Marr

The second in the stunning series of exclusive manga stories from Melissa Marr, set in the same seductive and dangerous faerie world as her bestselling WICKED LOVELY novels, The Desert Tales continue… The stakes are rising, and Rika finds it harder to ignore Faerie politics. As a former mortal and now a solitary faery, she has relished the isolation and freedom of the desert. But new players are seeking power, and old allies are imperilled. As tensions mount, Rika must decide whether – and how – to act to save her independence and her romance with Jayce.

The three Faery Bargains novellas in a book length collection (also available in paperback & hardcover). "Blood Martinis & Mistletoe" (Set after book 1) Half-dead witch Geneviève Crowe makes her living beheading the dead--and spends her free time trying not to get too attached to her business partner, Eli Stonecroft, a faery prince in self-imposed exile in New Orleans. A walking-dead relative and a deadly but well-paying job make the holidays a lot more complicated than anyone needs. With a killer at her throat and a blood martini in her hand, Geneviève accepts what seems like a straight-forward faery bargain. Eli''s terms might make the holidays a little more bearable, but if she can''t figure out a way to escape this faery bargain, she''ll be planning a wedding soon. "Daiquiris & Daggers" (Set after book 2) A fun spa weekend away with friends in a city free of monsters, what could be better? Gen''s necromancy had been on the fritz, so a recharge sounds perfect-until she arrives in San Diego to discover that either the spa is too steps beyond weird or there''s magic afoot "Champagne & Commitments" (Set right before book 3) Bonded for eternity isn''t enough for family and friends--or her future citizens. It''s time to plan a wedding ceremony. Unfortunately there isn''t enough champagne available to deal with an undead-great-grandmother, a faery king who''s trying to romance Gen''s assistant, and a city where Halloween is a holiday worth dying to enjoy.

Katherine has spent her life aware that her bloodlines are only half-mortal. When one of the creatures she''s been hiding from discovers her in the desert, she expects danger-instead, she feels fascinated by Uri in a way she never dreamed possible. But the appearance of Urian-son of the former Dark King-has brought the Faery Courts into conflict. Soon, the new lovers are drawn into fights and flights as secrets are revealed. Neither family ties nor accidental love can keep the balance between the courts now that the Dark Sun has returned.

Five powerhouse authors of fantasy and urban fantasy bring you a feast of romantic midwinter holiday adventures. These heartwarming and pulse-pounding tales celebrate Hanukah, Christmas, the solstice, Yule - and holidays from worlds beyond our own. With fancy-dress balls, faery bargains, time travel, blood sacrifice, and festive cocktails, these stories will delight lovers of fantasy and romance, with a dash of seasonal joy. Ballgowns & Butterflies by Kelley Armstrong The North Yorkshire moors are always a magical place, but they''re particularly enchanting at the holidays...especially if one gets to travel back in time to a Victorian Christmas. For Bronwyn Dale, it is the stuff of dreams. Fancy-dress balls, quirky small-town traditions, even that classic one-horse open sleigh, complete with jingle bells. There''s just the tiny problem of the Butterfly Effect. How does a time-traveler make a difference without disrupting the future forever? The Long Night of the Crystalline Moon, a prequel novella to Heirs of Magic, by Jeffe Kennedy Shapeshifter Prince Rhyian doesn''t especially want to spend the Feast of Moranu at Castle Ordnung. First of all, it''s literally freezing there, an uncomfortable change from the tropical paradise of his home. Secondly, it''s a mossback castle which means thick walls and too many rules. Thirdly, his childhood playmate and current nemesis, Lena, will be there. Not exactly a cause for celebration. Princess Salena Nakoa KauPo nearly wriggled out of traveling to Ordnung with her parents, but her mother put her foot down declaring that, since everyone who ever mattered to her was going to be there to celebrate the 25th year of High Queen Ursula''s reign, Lena can suffer through a feast and a ball for one night. Of course, "everyone" includes the sons and daughters of her parents'' friends, and it also means that Rhyian, insufferable Prince of the Tala, will attend. But on this special anniversary year, Moranu''s sacred feast falls on the long night of the crystalline moon-and Rhy and Lena discover there''s more than a bit of magic in the air. Blood Martinis & Mistletoe by Melissa Marr Half-dead witch Geneviève Crowe makes her living beheading the dead--and spends her free time trying not to get too attached to her business partner, Eli Stonecroft, a faery in self-imposed exile in New Orleans. With a killer at her throat and a blood martini in her hand, Gen accepts what seems like a straight-forward faery bargain, but soon realizes that if she can''t figure out a way out of this faery bargain, she''ll be planning a wedding after the holidays. Echoes of Ash & Tears, an Earthsinger Chronicles Novella, by L. Penelope Brought to live among the Cavefolk as an infant, Mooriah has long sought to secure her place in the clan and lose her outsider status. She''s a powerful blood mage, and when the chieftain''s son asks for help securing the safety of the clan, she agrees. But though she''s long been drawn to the warrior, any relationship between the two is forbidden. The arrival of a mysterious stranger with a tempting offer tests her loyalties, and when betrayal looms, will Mooriah''s secrets and hidden power put the future she''s dreamed of-and her adopted home-in jeopardy. A Memory of Summer, a Wraith Kings Novelette, by Grace Draven Spinsterhood has never bothered or embarrassed the independent Emerence Ipsan, and the winter festival of Delyalda keeps her far too busy managing her father''s shops to worry about matters as trivial as marriage. Until the arrival of a young Quereci warrior with old eyes and an admiring gaze makes her question that notion.

Death or Flight? Hexed or Hunted? This is not the honeymoon Gen and Eli were planning. In the third novel in a new faery and fanged world written by the author of the internationally bestselling Wicked Lovely series, half-dead witch Geneviève Crowe makes her living beheading the dead--and trying to juggle her new duties as a faery princess now that she''s married Eli Stonecroft, a faery prince who was in self-imposed exile in New Orleans. But monsters have no patience with royal obligations, and the same creature who once hunted her great-times-great grandmother is now trying to put Gen in the ground. When the relentless monster from her family''s past decides to hex Geneviève, she''s forced to go on the run or expose how much power she''s started amassing. Her royally impatient uncle-in-law, the faery king, has already threatened her and Eli. BONUS CONTENT: Includes the novella "Champagne and Commitments"

To save the magical creatures in the Land of Faery, Ivy--eldest daughter of the queen of Faery--must use her wits and her heart. As the queen''s madness grows, the land shifts in dangerous, hostile ways. When Ivy rescued a baby from the Wild Hunt, she had no idea that he would change the world. Since time passes differently in her world, the baby she once saved is a grown boy who can help her save her home. Now, Ivy brings him to Faery to enlist his help.Jack Merry has no idea that the creatures in his stories are real. He just wants a friend, a family, someone who listens. His stories are the only way he can convince the villagers to stop and spend time at his side. So, when Ivy arrives and whisks him off to a magical land, Jack isn''t sure whether to be terrified or grateful that someone thinks he''s special.With the aid of the tiny faeries, a glaistig, and boy who can re-create the world almost as quickly as the queen breaks it, Ivy might save her home, her friends, and even her mother.

"The Summer King rarely missed his Mother''s court. Keenan had been born as the child of Summer and Winter. He chose sunlight, that was the secret no one seemed to realize: He could have chosen ice. Sometimes he thought he could have been happier in the Winter Court, but he had a duty to the leaderless Summer Court. Summer had needed him, and Keenan wanted to matter."--Back cover.

This novel-length (80,000 word) story collection includes Marr''s 2019 & 2020 short fiction (all previously published in magazines, anthology, or ebook)

A Wicked Lovely ebook prequel. The Summer King has spent eternity romancing women, stealing their mortality as he seeks his missing Summer Queen. When he met Donia, he knew that she would either break his heart or heal it. Then Donia failed the test to be his destined queen, and Keenan lost more than his missing sunlight. With the Winter Queen growing stronger every day and centuries of failure, Keenan is ready to quit trying. But if the Summer King doesn''t save Summer, humanity will perish with it.

RED SEAS collects four tales of folklore at sea--three salty and one sweet. All four stories (plus one poem) can be found in other collections or in magazines. "Awakened": A selchie is trapped in an abusive relationship. How far is too far to go for freedom?"Knee Deep in the Sea": A murderess, a selchie, and men who meet their doom as a result of bad choices."The Devil''s Due": Never cross a devoted sister, especially one fond of sword fights and sea-faring."Love Struck": A sweeter tale of destiny, a selchie boy, and the possibility of love."Lessons for Seal-Sisters" (a poem): A selchie mother pondering what she risks by being a mother.

Enter a new faery world written by the author of the internationally bestselling Wicked Lovely series..Half witch, half killer, wholly unpreparedly for a Faery Bargain...Geneviève Crowe makes her living beheading the dead in near-future New Orleans. Draugr, again-walkers, are faster and stronger than most humans, but not venomous until they are a century old. Until then, they shamble and bite. Geneviève''s magic has gone sideways, and the only person strong enough to help her is the one man who could tempt her to think about picket fences: Eli Stonecroft, a faery who chose to be a bar-owner in New Orleans rather than live in Elphame.When human businessmen start turning up as draugar, the queen of the again-walkers and the wealthy son of one of the victims, both hire Geneviève to figure it out. Neither her heart nor her life are safe now that she''s juggling a man, murder, and magic."I loved The Wicked and The Dead! A sassy, ass-kicking heroine, a deliciously mysterious fae hero, and a wonderful mix of action and romance. Add that to Melissa''s usual great world-building, and I''m already looking forward to book 2!" - Jeaniene Frost, NYT Bestselling Author

After centuries of frolicking as a Summer Girl, Siobhan isn''t sure she''s ready for her new life. Promoted to Summer Court advisor alongside Tavish, Siobhan suddenly has responsibilities and a chance at romance--until she and Tavish are at odds as they help guide their queen through a life-changing revelation. Aislinn, former mortal and current Summer Queen, thought she''d already faced the most difficult obstacles fate could throw her way: losing her humanity, becoming a queen, loving someone who spends fifty percent of his time in another world, and facing the embodiment of war. None of that is as shocking as what Ash learns when the former Dark King, Irial, arrives at her door. No one is prepared for a secret that could challenge the delicate balance between the Faery Courts.

The stakes are rising, and Rika finds it harder to ignore Faerie politics. As a former mortal and now a solitary faery, she has relished the isolation and freedom of the desert. But new players are seeking power, and old allies are imperiled. As tensions mount, Rika must decide whether—and how—to act to save her independence and her romance with Jayce.