The Duchess of Culway

Long before Maisy became the Witch Queen of Hatham, another young woman came to power, but under very different circumstances.

Meredith, a merchant’s daughter, falls in love with Gordon, the Duke of Culway. Gordon is near in age to her father, but Meredith gives him joy and love. Meredith weds, certain that she will have nothing to do as Duchess of Culway but spend time with the man she loves.

However, the feud between Culway and Vinway will disrupt Meredith’s happiness, and disrupt the world around her. From a cauldron of pain a legend will be born...

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The Brothel of Doom

 

Here is the second book in my "Jilla the Rogue" series:

Jilla used to be known as a woman who bested men in duels. Now she travels the world, searching for wealth to steal, women (and men) to love, and the odd danger (magical or not) to overcome. This collection contains eleven tales of Jilla the Rogue, in which she deals with dark ruins, young lovers, and ladies in need of saving.

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Black Hans

It starts with a toolmaker named Hans, a trading journey, and the taking of a horse. One high-handed act by a nobleman’s servant will lead to crime, corruption, and the direct intervention of the Witch Princess Mileta. The tale of “Black Hans” will start small but engulf a kingdom.

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Problem on Polonius

 

Ensign Mateo Hobson is an Alliance Patrol officer with no career direction. He’s given a chance to find it in the Intelligence Directorate. His mission is to go to the planet Polonius, which wants to join the Alliance, and find out why no one’s been arrested for a crime spree on that world. He’ll also learn why some names of Hamlet characters are used for town names and some aren’t, and why some cop-donut jokes cannot be killed.

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The Horseman Hustle

Luya is a former robber turned agent of her King. Horsemen from the eastern plains have raided the kingdom. Rumors are that other lands have made bargains with the horsemen to slow the raids. Luya is tasked with making a bargain to spare her homeland. She’s going to need all her criminal cleverness to make this deal a success.

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The Set-Up Spell

 

Mick the schemer is brought before King Clarence of Whitestone. The King wants a clever way to deal with the evil kingdom of Iron Mountain and its effort to stir up Whitestone’s neighbors. Mick conjures up a scheme to lift up then bring down a cruel Baron. Will it work? Everyone can but hope, and scheme.

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The Princely Search

Prince Orst is the fourth son and living in a tiny kingdom. He hasn’t yet found a good prospect for marriage. Then he hears that a Princess in a land not far away has gone missing. If he can find her, he might just impress her into wedded bliss. But as his friend Dal would say, nothing is ever that easy.

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The Short Takes of Dal the Thief

Dal the Thief is known not just for his bold robberies, but for committing crimes in the service of what’s right and good. Not all of his adventures were grand, though. Some were small acts that had a wide impact. Several of these “short takes” are in this collection, showing how Dal enhanced his reputation and made powerful friends.

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A Kingdom Shall Fall

 

King Karitsus of Atulaya wants to rule a mighty empire. Queen Hirzolu of Bintuvia just wants to take care of her kingdom and her family. Queen Hirzolu and her daughter are smart, while King Karitsus and his eldest son are not. What will happen when smarts and strength collide?

Well, you can probably guess, but the journey will be interesting.

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The Outrageous Outlaw

Dal arrives in a new land with an old problem. Clever robbers are stealing silver from merchants and can’t be caught. The trouble is that they’re working near the border, and across it is the kingdom’s old foe. Are the robbers clever or are they spies? And will Dal the Thief live down chasing those in his own trade?

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The Golem of Justice

 

Jilla used to be known as a woman who bested men in duels. Now she travels the world, searching for wealth to steal, women (and men) to love, and the odd danger (magical or not) to overcome. This collection contains eight tales of Jilla the Rogue, in which she deals with animated golems, magical spears, and a kidnapped priestess.

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The Stolen Throne

Dal arrives in the kingdom of Kirradoon just to deliver a message. He finds the kingdom in turmoil. A puffed-up bully has taken the throne and is threatening his rivals. Dal is enticed to undertake his greatest steal for the good of everyone. But how to profit from stealing a throne...

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The Unity Scheme

Dal the Thief has arrived at the twin cities of Perra and Orren in the kingdom of Farren. He would like to practice his trade, but the situation in the cities is complicated. Many merchants and tradesmen want to end the rivalry between the cities to obtain peace and prosperity. Two rival families would prefer to keep the rivalry going between the cities and between themselves.

The Captains of each city want Dal to put his wits and skills onto the task of unifying the cities. Can he fool bitter rivals into ending their feud? And what about the romance blooming between two members of the feuding families? Dal has his hands full once more, and he’s not happy about it...

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The Imperiled Princess

Dal the Thief has arrived in Andulia to practice his trade. But before he can, he’s brought before Princess Eliarra. The Princess needs help. Her father, the King, wants to marry her!

Is the King mad? Are spells being cast upon him? Dal has to sort through suspects and come up with clever tricks to figure out what’s going on. It seems he’s caught up in yet another adventure...

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