Fiction

From USA Today bestselling author and BookTok sensation Emily McIntire comes another dark and delicious fractured fairy tale.

This danmei/Boys' Love novel series originally released in Chinese-and coming to the English language for the first time-is set in the universe of the author's other popular novel and animated series Thousand Autumns: Qian Qiu! In this historical wuxia tale, two rival investigators try to get to the bottom of a mystery...and their own complicated feelings. One dark and snowy night, after the Sui dynasty has come into power, a convoy sent by the Kingdom of Khotan is ambushed and massacred. Not a living victim remains-and the attackers, along with a chest holding precious treasure in tribute, have vanished. A member of Emperor Yang Jian's secret intelligence agency, the Jiejian Bureau, pursues the case: the highly successful chief Feng Xiao. Feng Xiao's investigations take him to Liugong City, where all the top martial powers across the land are coming to meet. But another intelligence agency, the Zuoyue Bureau, has business in the same city-and they have sent Cui Buqu, an ailing but brilliant man who rivals Feng Xiao. These two equally proud men immediately clash and begin a battle of wits, only to hit a dead end on the increasingly cold case. Is the answer to this mystery out of reach, or can Feng Xiao and Cui Buqu find a way to the truth? This historical fiction mystery about powerful martial artists (wuxia) built around the desire between two men (danmei) takes place in the same universe as the beloved novel series Thousand Autumns: Qian Qiu. The Seven Seas English-language edition will feature uncensored text and exclusive new art.

COMING TOGETHER TO STAND AGAINST THEIR FOES! Kabane and his friends are training in a special space created by Iyohime's father Tarouta. Meanwhile, Nobimaru visits Inugami and talks about the foxes' upcoming attack on Yashima and the possibility of working together to stop the mission. However, an unexpected and ominous shadow approaches... What will come of its beautiful yet cruel flames?

This Mature-rated danmei/Boys' Love novel series originally released in Chinese-and coming to the English language for the first time-is a raunchy romantic comedy about an ancient singles club! Dear Sir... Lonely, poor, and pushing forty, Wu Xingzi doesn't have much to live for. In fact, the only thing he has going for him is the perfect funeral plot he's picked out for himself... That is, until he stumbles across the Peng Society and their monthly volume of personal ads for gay men.At first, he's just looking for friendship with like-minded people, but when he finds out that it's customary for members to respond to polite letters with shockingly detailed ink drawings of their, ahem, intimate anatomy, Wu Xingzi quickly gains a new purpose in life: collecting phallic illustrations through the pigeon post! There's just one problem. His favorite two-dimensional specimen belongs to a man who's intent on thrusting himself into Wu Xingzi's life in a very real, firm, three-dimensional fashion... The Seven Seas English-language edition of this Mature-rated novel will feature uncensored text and exclusive new art.

PREPARING TO CONTINUE THE FIGHT... Inari cuts a terrifying figure as she continues her relentless pursuit of the stones, and Nobimaru seems to be up to something behind the scenes... Meanwhile, having defeated Haru at the Ouga Ham factory, Kabane asks Inugami to train him. Shiki and Akira join in, and the four of them make their way to the mountains of Gunma, where they should find an old friend of Inugami's.

Also known as BAB, the newest Chinese danmei/Boys' Love novel series from the blockbuster author of The Husky and His White Cat Shizun! A modern tale with a sci-fi edge: an elite young man with a dark side develops a deep, aggressive relationship with his former doctor. From the outside, He Yu seems to have everything going for him: he's handsome, rich, and smart. But beneath his perfect facade, he's hiding a dark secret-one that makes him a slumbering threat to the people around him. After spending years abroad, he enrolls in film school to pursue the girl of his dreams, Xie Xue...but that forces him to deal with her overprotective older brother, the man He Yu hoped he'd never see again. Xie Qingcheng, an icy man of subdued emotion, was once He Yu's doctor, and is the only person who knows He Yu's terrible secret. He Yu swears not to let his past with this man get in the way of his feelings for Xie Xue, but he soon finds himself drawn into a tangled web of intrigue and violence that involves both of the Xie siblings. As a sprawling conspiracy sucks in He Yu, he must confront his own grudges and face new truths-including his own feelings for Xie Qingcheng, which warp into a fixation much darker than what he feels for the man's sister. This urban fantasy from China built around the desire between two men (danmei) is the newest novel series by the author of the hit The Husky and His White Cat Shizun. The Seven Seas English-language edition will include exclusive, all-new covers and interior illustrations.

Two boys grew up together in a certain village--Yoshiki and Hikaru. One day, Yoshiki became sure that Hikaru was no longer himself. He resolved to accept the new "Hikaru," whatever happened to his friend. But now he's decided to research the history of "Nounuki-sama" and Kubitachi to understand what this creature truly is. The situation evolves unpredictably, outside the boys' control. Who will make the next move, and what will they find?

A rugged mountain town seemed like the perfect escape from a life in shambles.But on day one, she ran full tilt into the world's hottest single dad, and now all her plans are ruined.As a chart-topping country singer with a recent streak of bad press, it's hard for Skylar Stone to find any peace. But she finds it in Rose Hill. With a little boy and a little girl who steal her heart just as thoroughly as their dad.Weston Belmont.The man is a shameless flirt. He oozes confidence and masculinity in a way that's downright distracting. And in bed? He's addictive.Everything with him is wild and impulsive, and Skylar is desperate to regain some control.But no one has supported her like West does. And no one has ever made her feel as loved as he does either.So, while Skylar's brain says settling down with a small-town horse trainer is impossible...her heart says she's right where she belongs.Still, her life as a celebrity haunts her. It has the power to pull she and West apart.She can see in his eyes that he wants her to stay. And she wants that too.But she knows better than anyone that you don't always get what you want.

Living on an island plagued by magic and mythical monsters isn't a fairy tale... it's a nightmare.After Keelynn witnesses her sister's murder at the hands of the legendary Gancanagh, an immortal creature who seduces women and kills them with a cursed kiss, she realizes there's nothing she wouldn't do to get her back. With the help of a vengeful witch, she's given everything she needs to resurrect the person she loves most.But first, she must slay the Gancanagh.Tadhg, a devilishly handsome half-fae who has no patience for high society-or propriety-would rather spend his time in the company of loose women and dark creatures than help a human kill one of his own.That is until Keelynn makes him an offer he can't refuse.Together, they embark on a cross-country curse-breaking mission that promises life but ends in death.A Cursed Kiss is the first book in the Myths of Airren series, an adult fantasy romance with morally gray fae and fated mates.

From USA Today bestselling author Willow Winters comes a HOT mafia, standalone romance. I was innocent before him, and he wanted nothing more than to ruin me.And if I'm honest, I wanted him too, even knowing I shouldn't. I knew he was a bad man, it doesn't take more than a single look to know it.Dark eyes and a charming smile that's made to fool girls like me.Still, I caved; I gave into temptation. And then I saw something I shouldn't have.Wrong place, wrong time. The mafia doesn't let witnesses simply walk away. Regret has a name, and it's Vincent Valetti.He won't let them kill me, but he's not going to let me go either.

This poetry anthology provides a bright and cheery way to start your day, with one joyful poem for every morning of the year.

THE HUNGER GAMES as you've never seen it before -- in a remarkable illustrated edition.Even at the age of sixteen, Katniss Everdeen knows it takes hard work, keen observation, and inner fortitude to survive in the world. Her home, District 12, is under the merciless rule of the Capitol, continually forced to pay after losing a long-ago civil war in the nation of Panem.One of the ways the Capitol keeps control is its annual Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death featuring two young tributes from each of Panem's twelve districts. This gruesome battle is meant to send home a chilling message: Rebellion will always be punished.When Katniss finds herself within the Hunger Games arena, she knows the odds aren't in her favor. Any wrong move will end her life -- and even the right moves come with a cost. But if she can survive, there is a chance the districts may survive as well...The Hunger Games has enthralled millions of readers in its examination of the price of war, human nature, and the powerful force of both love and resistance. Now it appears for the first time in a deluxe illustrated edition, with spellbinding art from internationally acclaimed artist Nico Delort.

"Drizzt Do'Urden and Wulfgar embark on a perilous mission to rescue their halfling friend in this action-packed finale of the Icewind Dale Trilogy. Artemis Entreri has taken Regis back to his former master, Pasha Pook--but Drizzt Do'Urden and Wulfgar are fast on the assassin's heels. Armed with the scimitar Twinkle, Drizzt defeats a banshee and acquires an enchanted artifact that masks its wearer's true identity. With Drizzt now disguised as a normal elf, the duo continues their journey, traveling from Waterdeep to Baldur's Gate and beyond in search of their friend. Meanwhile, Entreri is always one step ahead, aided by the magical gem Regis once stole from Pasha Pook. Together, Regis's captors thwart Drizzt and Wulfgar's mission at every turn, cornering them into battles with pirates, treks through the Calimshan deserts, and encounters with otherworldly monsters. But will it be enough to stop them from rescuing Regis?"--

Drizzt Do'Urden and his companions set out to reclaim a lost dwarven stronghold. Drizzt Do'Urden still struggles with his own inner voices, which call him back to the pitiless depths of the Underdark. But louder still are the voices of his newfound friends Bruenor, Wulfgar, and Regis--and the call of Bruenor's dream that, at long last, the dwarf has decided to fulfill. Long ago, Bruenor and his people were driven from their home in Mithral Hall by a shadow dragon of the Underdark. Now Bruenor is determined to reclaim his homeland and his rightful seat as its king. Aided by the combined might of his friends, Bruenor sets out on a treacherous quest for Mithral Hall, finding obstacles at every turn. But despite the terrors of the Trollmoors, the group continues to fight--together."--

"Dungeons & Dragons hero Drizzt Do'Urden finds new friends and foes in the first book of the iconic Icewind Dale Trilogy. With his days in the Underdark far behind him, drow ranger Drizzt Do'Urden sets down roots in the windswept Ten-Towns of Icewind Dale. A cold and unforgiving place, Ten-Towns sits on the brink of a catastrophic war, threatened by the barbarian tribes of the north. It's in the midst of battle that a young barbarian named Wulfgar is captured and made the ward of Bruenor, a grizzled dwarf leader and a companion to Drizzt. With Drizzt's help, Wulfgar will grow from a feral child to a man with the heart of a dwarf, the instincts of a warrior, and the soul of a hero. But it will take even more than that to defeat the corrupt wizard who wields the demonic power of Crenshinibon--the fabled Crystal Shard."--

***Out now: David Nicholls's new novel YOU ARE HERE***THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER, NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES'A wonderful, wonderful book' THE TIMES 'Perfect' NEW YORK TIMES 'A modern classic' DAILY MIRROR 'You'd be hard pressed to find a sharper, sweeter romantic comedy' INDEPENDENT 'Big, absorbing, smart, fantastically readable' NICK HORNBYTWENTY YEARS, TWO PEOPLE, ONE DAY15th July 1988. Emma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways. So where will they be on this one day next year? And the year after that? And every year that follows?ONE OF BRITAIN'S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS 'One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now' FINANCIAL TIMES 'An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love' THE TIMES 'No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does' EVENING STANDARD 'Genuinely brilliant' NEW STATESMAN

In Mary Shelley's timeless and haunting classic, Frankenstein, we are transported into a world where the boundaries of science and morality are pushed to their limits. Dr. Victor Frankenstein, consumed by a fervent desire to unlock the secrets of life, creates a being assembled from disparate limbs of the deceased. Yet, as the creature comes to life, Frankenstein is horrified by the consequences of his ambitious experiment. The outcome is a gripping tale of isolation and revenge. Shelley's groundbreaking work delves into the ethical implications of scientific discovery, challenging our understanding of creation and the consequences of playing god.

He's the hot, grumpy goalie I had a crush on in high school... and now I'm his live-in assistant.After my ex crushed my dreams in the music industry, I'm done with getting my heart broken. Working as an assistant for an NHL player was supposed to be a breeze, but nothing about Jamie Streicher is easy. He's an intimidatingly hot, grouchy jerk who can't stand me. The guy has a massive ego. Keeping things professional will be no problem, even when he demands I move in with him.Beneath his surliness, though, Jamie's surprisingly sweet and protective.When Jamie learns how bad my ex was in bed, his competitive nature flares, and he encourages and spoils me in every way. The creative spark I used to feel about songwriting? It's back, and I'm writing music again. Between wearing his jersey at games, rowdy parties with the team, and being brave on stage again, I'm falling for him.He could break my heart, but it might be worth it.Behind the Net is a grumpy-sunshine pro hockey romance with lots of spice and an HEA. It's the first book in the Vancouver Storm series, and can be read as a standalone.Tropes:grumpy sunshineslow burnboy obsessedpro hockeyforced proximity (boss vs assistant + roommates)spice coaching

Santa Teresa, on the Mexico-US border: an urban sprawl that draws lost souls to it like a vortex. Convicts and academics find themselves here, as does an American sportswriter, a teenage student with her widowed father, and a reclusive, 'missing' author. But, there is a darker side to the town. Girls and women are disappearing at an alarming rate. As a sense of conspiracy grows and an apocalyptic shadow draws closer, the corruption, violence and decadence of twentieth-century history reveals itself in a novel of an astonishing scale and burning intensity. TRANSLATED BY NATASHA WIMMER'A landmark in what's possible for the novel. Bolaño has proven it can do anything' New York Times'Wondrous... Unforgettable...will resonate for years to come' Daily Telegraph'As riveting as any top-notch thriller... 2666 achieves something extremely rare in fiction: it provides an all-encompassing view of our world' Sunday Times