New Releases by Shannon Mayer

"My name is Rylee, and I am a Tracker." But this isn''t Rylee''s story. It''s mine. Before I lost my ability to think like an adult. Before my body became stuck between wolf and human. Before I knew the supernatural and Rylee even existed. This is the last of what I remember before becoming a werewolf. . . .this is the last of what''s important to me. And the moments I fought so hard to hang on to. My name is Alex, and this is my story. **14k Word Stand alone short story**

My name is Larkspur, and I am an Elemental.My people use the power of the earth to sustain life and defy our enemies. I should be at my father''s side as a royal princess. But as a half-breed, bastard child, that isn''t going to happen.In a world of lava and fire, I am about to face my hardest trial yet. Not one of strength, or power, but intrigue and manipulation. However, my tolerance level for anyone outside of my family is at an all-time low, and the queen who rules the Pit expects complete obedience.As Ash''s life is held in the balance, I have just three days to prove his innocence and mine. This place holds more than a scorching heat; new foes, traitors, and creatures from the depths of the lava are all trying to keep us from surviving.The only question left. . . Can I get us all out without being burned alive?Welcome to the Pit.

"Sisters bound by love, separated by blood. . .And doomed to face the unimaginable. "All points of the sister''s lives have brought them to this moment, and this horrible realization. Chaos, an ancient and deadly deity, is free in the world. And the only way to stop her, is for the two sisters to face one another on the battle field, as enemies. One of them must die if Chaos is to be stopped, but can either of them sacrifice the other, even for the safety of the world? Blood will be spilt, loyalties divided, and hearts broken in this epic conclusion to the "Celtic Legacy" series.

Magic. Darkness. Choices. Whether or not you believe, there are more mysteries in the universe than man will ever be able to explain. From wanting the truth, to facing demons, Into the Darkness is a dark paranormal story that will take you on a journey to explore your psyche, thrill you, scare you, and leave you with a satisfying read that haunts you. The stories all revolve around a magic object-cursed or blessed, you make the decision.

**Over 1800 5-star reviews!**"My Name is Rylee and I am a Tracker."When children go missing, and the Humans have no leads, I''m the one they call. I am their last hope in bringing home the lost ones. I salvage what they cannot.I''m on the FBI''s wanted list.I have a werewolf for a pet, a Witch of a best friend, and have no need for anyone else in my life.But when a salvage starts to spin out of control, help comes from a most unexpected direction.One that is dangerously dark, brooding, and doesn''t know a thing about the supernatural.One whose kisses set me on fire.Also available!Priceless (Rylee Adamson Book 1)Immune (Rylee Adamson Book 2)Raising Innocence (Rylee Adamson Book 3)Shadowed Threads (Rylee Adamson Book 4)Blind Salvage (Rylee Adamson Book 5)Tracker (Rylee Adamson Book 6)Veiled Threat (Rylee Adamson Book 7)Wounded (Rylee Adamson Book 8)Rising Darkness (Rylee Adamson Book 9)Blood of the Lost (Rylee Adamson Book 10)Alex (A Rylee Adamson Short Story)Tracking Magic (A Rylee Adamson Novella, 0.25)Elementally Priceless (A Rylee Adamson Novella 0.5)Guardian (A Rylee Adamson Novella 6.5)Stitched (A Rylee Adamson Novella 8.5)

Praise for Dark Waters "Right from the beginning this story explodes." Author of the Vicarage Bench Series, Mimi Barbour "Don''t expect to be lulled to sleep, this story doesn''t stop moving. As fast as it is happening for our protagonist, Quinn, is as fast as Mayer takes us along for the ride." The Cabin Goddess (Reviewer) "The premise is an interesting mix of original and classic . . . the familial bonds and an emerging love triangle are really what drive the story and give it more dimension. Highly recommend!" Author of The Slave Girl Chronicles, JC Andrijeski Overview of Dark WatersThe bond between sisters is stretched to the limit as they are thrown into the world of the Fae. As they learn their places in this new world, secrets and dangers from the past emerge setting them on a dangerous path; one that would see them face off not as sisters, but enemies. Add in a wicked love triangle and you have the start of a new twist on classic Irish lore.

The Nevermore Trilogy contains all of the following books as well as a bonus short story, Scattered!SUNDERED (Book One of The Nevermore Trilogy):They were promised weight loss, the cure for Cancer, Parkinson''s Disease and infertility; they were promised hope.The side effects were anything but hopeful.Mara and Sebastian are young, in love and newlyweds. Far too soon, they will face tests to their love that most others won''t survive. Their bond strengthens with each loss, destruction and unbearable race against time. In each other, they find the will and hope to endure. Hand in hand, they will face the darkening of humanity with strength and integrity and an undeniable spirit to survive; together."Sundered is a story that will steal a piece of your heart as you cheer for both Mara and Sebastian in this unconventional love story. It is a story of love, hope, faith and the strength to carry on after the dark times come." -ReviewerBOUND (Book Two of The Nevermore Trilogy):They were promised weight loss, the cure for Cancer, Parkinson''s Disease and infertility; they were promised hope.The side effects were anything but hopeful.Mara faces seemingly insurmountable obstacles and adversities as she works feverishly to free Sebastian from the holds which bind him. Her refusal to abandon him, and his refusal to let her slip away, keep them fighting to be reunited. Fears escalate and dangers destroy their beliefs, but they cling to their love and find strength in each other even when separated. Mara and Sebastian manage to face each act of violence, each tragedy, and terrifying sight with a strength which won''t bend to any confrontation."Gritty, violent, tragic and terrifying, this whole series also manages to be touching,romantic and at times, even sexy....."-Jess the RomanceaholicDAUNTLESS (Book Three of The Nevermore Trilogy):They were promised weight loss, the cure for Cancer, Parkinson''s Disease and infertility; they were promised hope.The side effects were anything but hopeful.Surrounded by the most obstinate of madness, Mara will use the strength within herself to free both she and Sebastian once and for all. As Sebastian slips further away from her, Mara will have to fight as she never has before--alone. The bonds of love and friendship will be stretched to their breaking point as the world around them spins out of control, and the dangers continue to mount. Can she carry them both through the obstacles ahead and find a way to heal Sebastian? Can she accomplish all of this in time?This final chapter of The Nevermore Trilogy will leave you breathless, sitting on the edge of your seat screaming out loud for love to overcome and the goodness of human nature to prevail."I was completely blindsided by events in this story. Even now, Ican''t stop thinking about it."Author of "Until Dawn: Last Light", Jennifer Simas Show less

Surrounded by the most obstinate of madness, Mara will use the strength within herself to free both she and Sebastian once and for all. As Sebastian slips further away from her, Mara will have to fight as she never has before--alone. The bonds of love and friendship will be stretched to their breaking point as the world around them spins out of control, and the dangers continue to mount. Can she carry them both through the obstacles ahead and find a way to heal Sebastian? Can she accomplish all of this in time?