"The Last of the Time Lords" by Athena Stamelou

Centuries after the Great War between the Time Lords and the Syndicate of the Five Planets, a Bounty Hunter accepts a job that ties directly to that past. Meanwhile, a Gypsy is having dark visions he doesn't want, two planets will do anything to win the war between them, the last Time Lord is being hunted by Vampires, and a Witch from Earth believes that her neighbor is a demon.

"The Last of the Time Lords" is the first in a series of urban fantasy / time travel novels.

 

 

About the Author

Athena Stamelou is an indie author and a Web Designer from Greece.

She loves reading fantasy and adventure novels and loves rock n' roll. She writes stories about characters she would like to read. ​

She currently finished her first fantasy trilogy titled 'Tales of a Bounty Hunter'. All three books, 'The Last of the Time Lords', 'Time Paradox', and 'Broken Time', are available in e-book, paperback, and hardcover format.

 

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"The Silence in the Song" by Robb Wallace

Death is not the end. The immortal King and his legion of otherworldly beings have made sure of that.

The immortal King's empire expands southward, consuming everything in its path.

A young nomad, born of prophecy, comes of age, plagued by visions of the King's brutal conquests and the strange etheric beings that consume the souls of the dead left in the King's wake.

This is the story of an uncommon boy who dares to believe that he can be the difference, that he can challenge the immortal King for the freedom of every soul on the planet.

The story is set in a human-like world and has a heroic/epic fantasy feel. A mix of barbarian tales, world-building, magic, spiritual dimensions, philosophical curiosity, ancient myths, psychedelic visions, conspiracies, martial arts and questions about the nature of life, death and reality.

This is an epic fantasy novel with science fiction elements. A firm cross-over between the two disciplines.

Join Arran, "The Silence in the Song" and find out if he has what it takes to kill the King and save his people.

About the Author

Robb Wallace is an author of non-fiction and fiction. His debut fantasy novel The Silence In The Song was published in August 2022.

For all the latest information on Robb’s titles, blogs, news and to sign up to his mailing list head on over to https://www.robbwallace.co.uk

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"The Magician" by Shiloh Faustine Terrance

A Tarot card reading propels a disheartened musician, Michael, into a vortex of arcane magic, esoterism and prophecies. Perplexed but intrigued by the mysterious Shiloh’s predictions, Michael abandons all reservations and follows Shiloh into the realms of her mysterious world. As Michael learns to embrace the powerful energies of the Magician, he plunges into the depths of his own mystery to become the architect of his destiny.

"The Magician" is a fantasy novel by Shiloh Faustine Terrance.

 

About the Author

Shiloh Faustine Terrance grew up in a small town in the heart of the French Alps. It was there that she developed a lasting fascination for the Hermetic teachings and the ancient wisdom of the Tarot and the Kabbalah, an interest she has pursued to the present day.

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"The Stone of Death" by Troy Young

Four strangers caught in a freak winter storm find themselves entwined in a quest that could reshape the world. A disgraced mercenary, a crippled Magus, a middle-aged priest, and an enigmatic woman with secrets—are all that stand between the living and the God of Death.

As they race against time and enemies at every turn, they must unravel the mysteries of the Stone of Death. Will they harness its ancient power to save their world, or will their internal conflicts doom their quest? Dive into "The Stone of Death" for an epic adventure filled with intrigue, betrayal, and a battle for redemption.

 

About the Author

Troy has been many things in his career. Shoe salesman, waiter, newspaper owner, children's performer, actor, elected official, policy advisor, CEO, and university lecturer. Now he wants to try his hand at writing.

Troy writes in many genres. His first attempt at writing was his Jimmie Mayfield series. The first two books (The (Extra)ordinary Life of Jimmie Mayfield and The Lifestyles of the Rich and Jimmie Mayfield) are now available. His most popular works are his Lovecraftian horror stories. Three books in The Other, containing 20 short stories of a linked arc are available. He also writes fantasy and science fiction.

Troy lives in Toronto with his wife, daughter, and dog.

 

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"Thieves' Honor" by David Combs

An Ancient evil preys upon the great port city of Tarnath. Terror grips the citizens as aristocrats and commoners alike disappear into the night’s shadows.

A foreign nobleman with a personal score against the “Dockside Slayer” offers three condemned men the chance to save their own lives. Before they can stop the Killer though, a mage with doubts about his own power, a barbarian warrior always in the wrong place and time, and an arrogant cutpurse without caution must first overcome their own differences if they are to prove that there is such a thing as Thieves' Honor.

From the Author

"I have always known that I wanted to be a writer. Ever since I was a kid, my imagination bounded with stories of magic, heroes, and grand adventures. As a teenager, I began putting some of those flights of fantasy down on paper. My goal was to enter the publishing world until I could survive strictly as an author.

Life has a funny way of changing your plans though, and the great literary career I envisioned stalled. For too many years, half-finished tales sat in dusty boxes waiting to be taken up once again. Finally, after some much needed motivation took root, I once again decided that it was time to pursue that which I was so passionate about-storytelling.

Thieves' Honor is the first achievement in what I hope becomes a long list of stories that I can share with those of you who are so graciously taking your own time to read this. For me, it has always been about sharing an adventure with those who wanted to hear it. It was the thrill of being able to go to my own bookshelf and see my name gracing the spine of a book there.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting the daydreams of kid whose head has never left the clouds."

Sincerely,

Dave Combs

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Fantasy Audiobooks by Hillary Raymer

Note - In order to facilitate more accessibility for people who have difficulty reading paper books, we have decided to make various changes. Therefore we are making an effort to add new posts regarding Fantasy Audiobooks from various authors, creating a separate Bookshelf just for Audiobooks (henceforth called the "Audiobooks Shelf"), and when posting new books from indie authors we will be adding a section about different formats, which will include Audiobooks, ebooks, etc.

Below is a listing of all of the fantasy books by Hillary Raymer that are currently available in Audiobook format.

Starstorm Series

A series of eight interconnected standalone novels following the Starstorm fae. Eight siblings. Eight happily ever afters. Plenty of chaos and spice. Bridgerton meets fae and fantasy in this lush new romantasy series by author Hillary Raymer.

All the Chaos of Constellations

All the Sacrifice of Shadows

All the Pain of Promises

All the Wonder of Wishes

The Faeven Saga

Romance and fantasy unfolds in Faeven, a fae realm where dark magic threatens both human and fae worlds. When a devastating affliction begins destroying kingdoms, the only solution lies within the treacherous fae realm—a place of wild magic, dangerous bargains, and ancient secrets. Faeven features multiple courts where political intrigue and power struggles shape survival. As war looms and malevolent forces grow stronger, stopping the darkness requires navigating fae politics, forging alliances with untrustworthy fae, and mastering unpredictable magic that comes at a price.

For best results, get the anthology collection: The Faeven Saga: All Four Books 

Crown of Roses

Throne of Dreams

Realm of Nightmares

Void of Endings

About the Author

Hillary Raymer is a USA Today bestselling author of lush worlds and steamy, emotional romance. She has an unfinished Bachelor's Degree in English, because she ran off and married a Marine halfway through college. She enjoys the mountains and the beach, and prefers both paired with a good glass of wine. Currently, she lives in Virginia with her husband, two daughters, and two obnoxious cats.

Fantasy Audiobooks by Charles Moffat

Note - In order to facilitate more accessibility for people who have difficulty reading paper books, we have decided to make various changes. Therefore we are making an effort to add new posts regarding Fantasy Audiobooks from various authors, creating a separate Bookshelf just for Audiobooks (henceforth called the "Audiobooks Shelf"), and when posting new books from indie authors we will be adding a section about different formats, which will include Audiobooks, ebooks, etc.

Below is a listing of all of the fantasy books by Charles Moffat that are currently available in Audiobook format.

 

The Adventures of Wrathgar 

An epic heroic fantasy series featuring the barbarian Wrathgar, the necromancer Soljargon, the cryomancer Wren and other beloved characters from Charles Moffat's kingdom of Korovia.

The Blizzard's Daughter

The Coven's Wolves

The Demon's Sacrifice

The Exorcist's Dagger

The Frost Giant's Tomb 

The Sunken Castle

The Adventures of the Bogatyr

A series of short stories and novellas featuring a wandering Bogatyr knight, encountering monsters, magic, curses, and strange phenomenon along the way. To experience everything, including bonus stories, get The Adventures of the Bogatyr Anthology Collection.

The Bogatyr & the Cursed Inn 

The Bogatyr & the Rusalka's Lament 

The She-Wolf of Eraska

The Bogatyr & the Gentle Giant

The Bogatyr & the Cursed Parcel

 

The Chronicles of Korovia

A series of short stories (and 1 novel) featuring dogs, wolves, time travel, time paradoxes and portals in the kingdom of Korovia. Don't miss a single story by getting The Chronicles of Korovia Anthology Collection which includes bonus stories not found elsewhere.

A Hound Named Hunter 

The Ghost of Garter Street 

Pawn of the Demon Prince 

The Worgs of Winter

Raiders of Pravda Vremya

Lilith Bloodstone

A dark fantasy anthology featuring Lilith Bloodstone, a necromancer determined to eradicate undead and demons, and her elf companion Raelean. For best results get the Lilith Bloodstone Omnibus Collection 

Wulfric the Wanderer

A Sword & Sorcery, time traveling and ever wandering barbarian warrior sets foot in ancient lands, hot sands, and plague-ridden dark tracts as he searches both for a way back home to his time, but also for his lost love Tahira. 

Portal of Destiny 

The Cult of the She-Bear 

The Scarlet Arena 

The Witch of the Brass Quarter 

Black Monoliths of Al-Kazar 

The Unbreakable Arrow

The Raven's Feast

Alt-Earth Adventures

Set on Earth, but not quite... This is a world in which magic is real, but so are vampires, werewolves, gunslingers, vigilantes, and dragons...

The Man from Salem: Anthology Series - A Collection of Weird Western Stories

The Girl in the Red Hoodie - A Magical Realism Tale of Teenage Vigilantism

"Auras of the Fallen Stars" by Mara van Nacht

August Monroe never wanted war—only to cross the river and train under a world-renowned chef.

Then a Sovereign’s unchecked rage cleaved the world in two and stole the only person who ever truly knew her.

She should have drowned in grief.

Instead, she sharpened her knives.

When her mentor rises at the head of a growing Resistance, August refuses to stand aside. But war offers no clean lines, and patience runs thin. Desperate for answers, she infiltrates the palace of a powerful Sovereign, stepping straight into the shadows of the magic that destroyed her world.

But something ancient stirs in her blood—something the Fallen Stars would kill to possess.

In a realm unraveling with secrets, magic, and betrayal, August will stop at nothing to protect the people she loves—even if it takes everything she has, even if everyone else gives up.

Betrayal. Found Family. Feminine Rage. A girl who refuses to break.

This is August’s story—and she’ll walk through fire to make it her own.

"Auras of the Fallen Stars" is the first in a series of epic romantasy novels by Mara van Nacht.

 

About the Author

Mara van Nacht's works feature themes of midlife coming of age, empowered women, the power of friendship, and usually a trusty animal sidekick. She hails from the midwest, yet boasts that most of her words have been written on planes while traveling the world, eating and drinking her way through every cuisine this earth has to offer.

"A Crown in Shadows" by Alecia Kirby

Genevieve always believed she would play a pivotal role in ending the five-generation-long war between her kingdom, Orphinian, and the magical neighboring Fae kingdom of Valoria. However, she never imagined it would involve marrying their crowned prince, Xander. With their union, hope for peace in the realm finally blossoms.

On the eve before their anticipated wedding, tragedy strikes. Genevieve is accused of a crime that threatens to unravel the fragile peace her father has worked his whole life to complete.

Armed with only a strange dagger and her unwavering determination, she flees her kingdom, embarking on a perilous journey to clear her name and unearth the truth. In a new world of magic and darkness, she must navigate treacherous alliances, confront long-held secrets, and find the courage to face her own inner demons.

As the fate of two kingdoms hangs in the balance, Genevieve’s quest becomes not only a battle for justice but also a voyage of self-discovery and redemption.

"A Crown in Shadows" is the first book in a series of fae inspired romantasy novels by Alecia Kirby.

 

About the Author

Alecia B. Kirby is a Northern Virginia native and a proud University of Tennessee, Knoxville graduate. A lifelong book lover and daydreamer, she’s always believed in the magic of storytelling.

When she’s not writing fantasy worlds filled with adventure, she’s sharing her love for travel as a tourism marketing professional or spending time with her favorite little sidekicks—her nephew and her rescue pit, Kiora. She hopes her stories inspire others to chase their dreams—because the best adventures start with a little imagination.

"Battle for Whiterock" by Jeff Miller

When a test of knighthood turns deadly, courage is no longer enough.

In the world of Whiterock, dragons are trained, battles are rehearsed, and faith is expected to be unshakable. For Prince Aiden and his fellow squires, a final trial should mark the beginning of honor and duty. Instead, it awakens an ancient threat thought long extinct and leaves brotherhood fractured by loss.

As worgraiths return to the realm, Aiden is forced into a fight far greater than any test of skill. Grief, fear, and rage collide with questions he has never dared to ask: What happens when faith does not bring comfort? What happens when prayer feels unanswered? And what kind of leader emerges when belief is tested by fire?

Filled with dragons, mythical creatures, epic battles, and the weight of destiny, Battle for Whiterock is a young adult fantasy adventure that blends sweeping action with emotional depth. It explores loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle to hold on to faith when everything familiar begins to fall apart.

Written for mature teen readers, this faith-based fantasy delivers high-stakes drama without simple answers, inviting readers into a world where courage is costly , and belief is earned, not assumed.

From the Author Jeff Miller

"I grew up at the perfect time for cultivating a great imagination. Superman (the movie) was the first film I ever saw in a theater. He, along with the whole Justice League, jumped from the TV set and into my living room every Saturday morning. Star Wars was on the big screen (even on our home screen with our 8mm home movies), on my little kiddie record player (including John Williams' scores) and the Star Wars toys exercised my creativity, as did G.I. Joe, Masters of the Universe, and the aforementioned Justice League gang. Other comic book heroes jumped off the pages and onto the TV Saturday mornings and weekday afternoons while Indiana Jones, E.T., Marty McFly, Doc Brown and the crew of the Enterprise played repeatedly on my VHS. Now, I get to exercise that childlike love for heroes, villains and adrenaline as an adult by bringing fast-paced fantasy adventure to today's kids with a strong Christian message of love and redemption. Please join me in this pursuit to teach Christ to a whole new generation using the art of story."

"Collective Fantasy" by Elizabeth Suggs & Jonathan Reddoch

"Collective Fantasy: An Unsavory Anthology" delivers exciting tales straight from the seedy underbelly of the fantasy realm.

Our stories take you to dark alleys, underground jousting tournaments, dungeons, crumbling castles, rotting battlefields, and abandoned towns.

The cast of characters features thieves, cunning rogues, vile witches, black market profiteers, assassins, monsters, and conniving politicians.

Collective Fantasy leads you into fantastical worlds you'll be sorry to leave. 

The anthology is edited by Elizabeth Suggs & Jonathan Reddoch and features the short stories of 15 fantasy authors. Learn more by visiting https://www.ctpfiction.com/about-the-authors

 

"The Water Blade" by Phil Ælse

Rychel, last survivor of a destroyed squad, is given a second chance, but has to lead his new comrades to the front line. 

Tull, a legion auxiliary, is desperate to earn enough cash to get out of the back end of beyond. 

Together they must form a shaky alliance to stem an army of undines, and prevent a powerful shaman from unleashing a dangerous power.
 

Abalone - A continent cut off from the rest of the known world. Fragments of the nations of the races of humanity found themselves cut off from their homelands by an impenetrable wall of mist that rose from the surrounding ocean, almost overnight. Forced to coexist with the minor and major races of the land, some nations fought to retain their old identity and maintain their links to a severed past. Others force a path to a new future, often through the lands and lives of their neighbours.

For those who like their high-fantasy with a twist of realism, quirky characters and brutal action (but low gore), why not delve in to the world of Abalone, where human expansion meets resourceful elemental indigenes and a hidden history laden with danger. Suitable for YA readers upwards, anyone interested in fantasy RPGs and games.

"The Water Blade" by Phil Ælse will be free in ebook format on June 19th to 23rd 2026 as part of Arcane Tomes 'Summer Solstice Sale'.

About the Author 

Phil Ælse is from Derbyshire UK, a life long player of tabletop wargames and role-play games, and an avid reader of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Gothic Horror. Forced to work after leaving school, he has been a cook, cleaner, shopkeeper, teacher and HVAC design engineer. Semi-retirement and a move to Portugal has finally allowed him to get round to finishing some of the books and games he’s been working on for decades. 

Phil can be contacted at mace.games.uk@gmail.com

 

"Manor of the Mage" by Gregory J. Ramsey

When an alcoholic archaeologist removes a scythe from the chest of an unusually well preserved plague victim, he unknowingly awakens a tyrannous ancient vampire.

Halfway across the world, a long-dormant bloodline curse is simultaneously revived in Sofia Kennigen, a direct descendant of the old vampire's mortal queen. Sofia is dragged against her will into a paranormal world where she doesn't know who to trust, and every choice she makes could have huge ramifications for mankind and for vampirekind alike.

"Dust After Death Book I: Manor of the Mage" is the debut novel by author Gregory J. Ramsey.

 

About the Author

Gordon J. Ramsey lives outside of Chicago, where the majority of his time is spent being a stay-at-home father to two young daughters and writing. His hobbies include violin, guitar, and building things with his hands. He has a bachelor's degree in Fiction Writing from Columbia College Chicago.

"War of the Four: The Twin Schism" by D. J. Dempsey

Sun. Sea. Sky. Stone.
Four tales, fated for war.

Seven hundred forty-one turns of the solar season ago, a fragment of a celestial star descended upon the Plane. Or so the story was told.

From its crater emerged a storm so devastating that only the bravest of knights, Rondor the Royal, dared venture to its source. What he discovered changed the Plane forever.

Upon contact with the fallen star, the storm ceased—its celestial essence coursed through his body with a pulse, granting him the authority to command all elements of the Plane. Rondor forged the foreign substance into what became known as the Staff of Azil and used its power to bring peace to his fractured homeland.

Generations of inheritance later, however, Rondor’s progeny strayed from his virtue. Rexam’s reign with the staff unleashed the most perilous period the Plane had ever known, subjugating all four regions under his mighty conquest. Only when Rexam’s younger brother, Regnam, rose to lead the rebellion did the devastation finally come to an end.

Wielding this reclaimed power, Regnam chose instead to reforge the Staff of Azil and divide its essence among the Plane’s four great leaders. Thus, the amulons renowned today—the Sunspear, Seatrident, Skybow, and Stonehammer—were created, each capable of conducting one of the four principal elements.

But as these tales of the Plane will tell, peace divided doesn’t always remain that way.

"War of the Four" is a military fantasy / coming of age story by D. J. Dempsey.

 

"WalkTall" by Izaic Yorks

Abducted from the streets. Imprisoned in a world of lies. Can one orphan survive long enough to keep his soul?

Torn from the alleys he knew and thrust into a re-education camp buried deep in the earth, a nameless boy must navigate a place ruled by Tallmen, fairies, and cruel masters. Beatings, hunger, and mind-breaking games are the tools of control-but they can't extinguish his will entirely.

In this pit of shadows, uneasy alliances form: enemies become comrades and scraps of loyalty forge a found family. Yet survival has a price, and every choice cuts deeper into the wound that drives him. Secrets are currency, betrayal is inevitable, and redemption might demand more than he can give.

When the only way to live is to become someone else, how much of yourself are you willing to lose?

Grit, Blood, and the will to survive beckon, begin the journey today.

"WalkTall" is a solo novella by Izaic Yorks.

 

 

About the Author

 

Izaic Yorks crafts fantasy and sci-fi for those who seek stories that entertain and offer something deeper for the soul. Yorks is a former professional athlete, USA silver medalist, turned father and broadsword fencer. 

"Jester" by Tim Carter

In a realm ruled by idiots, their only hope is the Fool.

You’d think an army of zombie trolls and undead ogres would catch the nobility’s attention. You’d be wrong. The rulers of Halfsock are deeply in denial. Besides, they have taxes to avoid, neighbors to plunder, and relatives to backstab.

With war looming, a goblin latrine slave named Shelly resolves to save Castle Halfsock from itself. He must take on many roles… jester, detective, spy, and political fixer. But his most challenging role—especially after a lifetime spent cleaning other people’s toilets—is as a confident secret agent worthy of trust, friendship, and maybe even love.

Can the least powerful person in the realm overcome his insecurities to depose rulers, forge alliances, and fend off an undead horde?

"Jester" is a comic tale of politics, friendship, and found family for fans of Nicholas Eames, Terry Pratchett, and J. Zachary Pike. 

About the Author

Tim Carter writes fiction, video games, and movies. He draws inspiration for his fiction and movies from a lifelong love of strategy and role-playing games, especially Dungeons and Dragons.  

He lives with his wife and two dogs in Vancouver, Canada. He is best known for writing the console game Sleeping Dogs, writing and producing the Dead Rising series of movies, and producing the digital series Mortal Kombat: Legacy.

"The Lost History of Ashen" by Chris Walczak

Love. War. Ruin.

In Ashen, rumor moves faster than fire. Nix, a wanderer cursed with dangerous sorcery, survives its shadows alone—until he meets Lyra, a crimson-cloaked bard whose songs carry both sorrow and power.

Their forbidden love will spark a rebellion. Hunted by a king, they carve a sanctuary of their own. As whispers ignite war, every song and every choice brings them closer to ruin.

This is where "The Lost History of Ashen" begins.

About the Author

Chris Walczak was born in 1985 and served in the United States Marine Corps. A lifelong admirer of fantasy and storytelling, he draws on his love of myths, legends, and dark tales to shape The Lost History of Ashen.

When he isn’t writing, Chris can often be found exploring new worlds through books, games, and imagination.

"Bride of Stars and Sacrifice" by HR Moore

In a world ravaged by war, peace depends on bonds forged in sacrifice.

A princess, cornered ...

Maria must marry Elex, the Black Prince of Oshe, despite his reputation for brutality and even though she’ll lose the few small freedoms she’s carved out for herself. Elex cares only to end 300 years of war, and if that means marrying the unknown First Daughter of an enemy land, so be it. To their surprise, Maria and Elex discover desire instead of dry duty. With him, Maria can have the life of equality she's always longed for; with her, Elex has the kind of partner he never thought he’d find. Until their promise of happiness is shattered when Elex’s brother steals Maria for himself.

A servant, caged ...

Ava has one goal: endure the brutal life of a tavern wench while dreaming of a rescue she knows will never come. But then she meets Kush: a handsome, wealthy, and ruthless assassin―and possibly her salvation. Kush, however, is also struggling to survive, caged by magic and rules imposed by his lethal father, a man whose approval he desperately needs. Kush and Ava find solace in each other’s arms, but when Ava’s in trouble and she turns to Kush for help, she discovers he's not a safe haven. Instead, he poses the greatest threat she's ever faced.

The fate of worlds hangs on fragile secrets ...

Packed with action and political intrigue, this spicy fantasy romance sweeps through multiple fantasy worlds, following two women who couldn’t be more different. They must save themselves and the ones they love … before their families’ secrets destroy them all.

"Bride of Stars and Sacrifice" is the first book of the Cruel Goddess series, a dual story adult fantasy romance featuring morally grey main characters and strong-willed heroines.

 

About the Author

HR Moore lives in the UK with her husband, two children, and Jackapoo, Lyra. She writes urban fantasy and second world fantasy romance and loves books that combine gripping, fast-paced plots with escapist settings and epic romance. Oh, and she's a sucker for a plot twist...  

"Split Between Magic" by Nesi L. Stone

Nodin’s whole future hinges on graduating from a prestigious magical school. She can not get distracted, especially not by the handsome Heir to the ruling body. Especially when her political views differ so much from the current leaders. Harboring a dark secret and a hidden identity will Nodin make it to graduation without scars?

"Split Between Magic" is a tale of spicy fantasy and magic acadamia by Nesi L. Stone.

About the Author

Nesi is an indie author dreaming of bringing the worlds running rampant in her brain to life. When not writing Nesi spends her time reading and hoarding books like a dragon. Enjoying life with her German Shepard mix and two spoiled cats.

"The Balance Between Wings" by Guinevere Atlas

In a world where magic is a chronic condition, the heaviest things we carry are our own wings.

For Lira, having wings isn't a divine gift—it's a diagnosis. On the mist-shrouded docks of Catalina Island, the separation between the mundane and the magical is razor-thin. But for those like Lira, born with the heavy, aching burden of flight, life is a constant performance of masking the pain. She has spent her life dreading "The Rite," the bureaucratic ritual that governs her kind, all while trying to exist in a world that romanticizes her suffering. 

The only tether keeping her grounded is Caliel. He is the shadow on the dock, the quiet constant in her chaotic storm. He has watched her struggle in silence for years, waiting for the moment she would let him in. As the weight of her wings threatens to crush her, Lira must decide if she can trust him with the ugly, unvarnished truth of her existence—or if showing her brokenness will shatter the only safe place she has left. 

"The Balance Between Wings" by Guinevere Atlas is a haunting Gothic Romantasy short story by Guinevere Atlas. Weaving together magical realism and the raw realities of living with invisible pain, it is a hymn for the neurodivergent, the chronic warriors, and anyone who has ever had to hide their true shape to survive.

About the Author

Guinevere Atlas is a Gen Z indie author and the founder of Celestial Heroine Books. Writing at the intersection of Gothic Romantasy and dark speculative fiction, she weaves stories for the neurodivergent, the chronic warriors, and anyone who has ever felt too heavy for their own wings.

A New York-based creative, Guinevere blends her love for dark academia, astrology, and spicy fantasy into worlds where the monsters are often just misunderstood. When she isn't writing about aching wings and misty docks, she is likely analyzing birth charts or curating the perfect playlist.