During April and August we celebrate indie fantasy, science fiction, and horror books. This time we have over 170 books for you!
This year we've invited authors from SPFBO and SPSFC to join in. There's also another sale with SPFBO finalists going on. Check them out here.
Fantasy
Scales and SensibilityStephanie BurgisPet dragons and magical mixups come together in a sparkling Regency fantasy rom-com.First in series
The Goddess & the WoodsmanCoralie MossGoddesses in the modern world are burnt out, exhausted, and in need of a break.
First in series
Ink For BloodKevin WeirOphelia searches for mercenaries to battle the sludge-like monstrosities besieging her town.Standalone
Spirit of the DragonErynn LehtonenAfter twin brothers witness a kidnapping, they have one chance to unravel the sorcerer’s sinister plan and save their friends.First in series
Children of the Dead CityNoor Al-ShantiStuck between the invading Sorcerers and the weak king, Dargoth joins the rebellion to save his city. Standalone
Roots and SteelCasey WhiteInstead of expulsion, Trellin won an apprenticeship to the best Hunter he’s ever met - if he can survive.Standalone
The DelveDan FitzgeraldA spicy romantic dungeon crawl with LGBTQ characters and a nasty dragon. First in series
Shadow of a Dead GodPatrick SamphireA city in chaos. Dark powers rising. And all that stands in their way is a second-rate mage.First in series
Nectar for the GodPatrick SamphireIn the city of Agatos, nothing stays buried forever.#2 in series
The Crescent MoonE J DobleA young girl and a desert wanderer interpret the meaning of life to save their people.First in series
Heir to The SunKaren LykkeboAura wants to start a new life far away from her ex-bf, but when she's kidnapped to a magical world she might have gotten more than she bargained for. Standalone
SilvertongueCasey WhiteJon got himself a magical war instead of the burger he ordered - and his only chance of survival is the immortal working behind the register.First in series
Fortune's FoolAngela BoordIn a world of scheming gods and precarious loyalties, Kyrra has a choice to make--take revenge on the man who stole everything from her...or rescue the man who helped her reclaim her life.First in series
No Heart for a ThiefJames Lloyd DulinWhen the spirits place the fate of a war orphan in Kaylo's hands, he will have to face the consequences of his past and the war he started to keep them both alive.First in series
Frozen Hearts and Death MagicDay LeitaoThe dangerous white fae had been gone for almost 20 years—until Naia rescues one almost dying in the woods. She kisses him—and the unexpected happens. First in series
Tales of Lunis AquariaTessa HastjarjantoA collection of nine short stories all set in the fantastical world of Lunis Aquaria.Collection
A Drop of DreamAmy HopkinsFancy a cup of magical tea? Come in, sit down, relax. Don't mind the killer in the corner...First in series
Under OrdshawPhil WilliamsPax is about to discover her city hides a very different kind of underground.First in series
Between the LinesD. Hale RamboLife flourishes in the Book, a realm of stacked worlds, like the pages of a novel.First in series
Hollow RoadDan FitzgeraldClassic character-focused fantasy adventure about the return of creatures of legend called the Maer. First in series
PanaceaAlex RobinsAn action-packed tale of twisted gods and mythical monsters, inspired by the legends of Ancient Greece.First in series
Obsidian IslandArden PowellEmery and James are shipwrecked on a deadly island that wants to infiltrate their dreams and eat them alive.Standalone
Witch in the LighthouseAzalea ForrestWitch in the Lighthouse is a warm cup of tea full of magic, hope, friendship, and forgiveness.First in series
RADIOJ. RushingAmid the music, lights and energy of 1928’s Paris, something sinister pulses through the æther.Standalone
The Bone Master Debbie Iancu-HaddadThe Bone Master, follows an irresponsible playboy as he's forced to leave the comfort of home and embrace his dangerous powers to save a friend kidnapped by pirates. #2 in series
Little White HandsMark CushenWhen the Seasons go to war, it falls to a humble kitchen boy to bring peace. Can Garlan rise above his humble station and become the hero he always dreamed of being?First in series
The CrewSadir S. SamirA crazy sellsword is forced to assemble a crew of other unstable individuals to assassinate a tyrannical ruler in an Arab inspired desert city.First in series
Sovereign BladesAmy SandersonSkye was never meant to rule, but when disaster befalls her family, this assassin-princess must fight for power, or see her kingdom overcome.Anthology or collection
A Gamer's WishTao WongWhen an old-school gamer wishes for magic from a jinn, he discovers a world filled with hidden, supernatural creatures in this urban fantasy-GameLit mashup.First in series
Dark Fangs RisingC. Thomas LafolletteAn ancient vampire hunter, a mysterious woman, and a jovial werewolf must put aside their differences to survive an invasion of bloodthirsty vampires.First in series
The Lost SentinelEmma L. AdamsA bookish loner must team up with a sarcastic talking staff, a warrior with no memory of his past, and an inept aspiring assassin to stop an army of angry gods from overrunning the world.First in series
No Land for HeroesCal BlackMildred Berry left her dark past behind but when a train crash attracts the attention of an old enemy, she must decide how far she'll go to keep her family safe.First in series
Kindred of the SeaRaina NightingaleTheir friendship is the only thing that gave them the courage and clarity to challenge their prejudices. An ocean world with magical dolphins will offer them refuge.Standalone
The Seventh CadenceJim WilbourneA sweeping high fantasy epic of war, found family, and reckoning with fate.First in series
The Blackbird and the GhostHûw SteerAdventure and archaeology on a boiling ocean.First in series
The Blood of the SpearMark TimmonyTwo brothers. One prophecy. A world on the brink of destruction.First in series
Another Dead InternJoel SpriggsHemlock Connal is a private detective with a problem. Her assistants all die... violently. First in series
When the Traveler Stands StillNoor Al-ShantiSome events change the course of the world, but do people know, when they’re living through such events, that they will become part of history? A story of chaos and making a last stand. Standalone
His Ragged CompanyRance D. DentonMeet Elias Faust. He's stubborn, he's trigger-happy, and he just pissed off the Magnate, who will stop at nothing—not even the laws of reality—to get revenge.First in series
Bones to the WindTatiana ObeyTwo rivals compete in a deadly coming-of-age competition in this sword & sorcery fantasy adventure featuring windships, dragons, and badass female characters.First in series
By the PactJoanna MaciejewskaHigh mages lied: the demon who destroyed the continent is still alive. It's up to their former student to expose the truth—even if it means another Cataclysm.First in series
Blood PressureJoseph L. KelloggWhen a dead body falls from a skyscraper, Agent Reylic Antali has to find the killer before he plunges the city into chaos.First in series
The Fire in the GlassJacquelyn BensonIn Edwardian London, a psychic and a reclusive aristocrat must work together to stop a series of uncanny murders.First in series
The Earl of BrassKara JorgensenA grounded archaeologist, a scrappy inventor, and a hidden city that holds the promise of a better tomorrow.First in series
The Gentleman DevilKara JorgensenA wounded scholar, a repressed accountant, and a soul-stealing machine that could destroy everything.#2 in series
The Sisterhood of Secrets Winnifred TatawThe Sisterhood of Secrets explores kingdoms and worldbuilding in a fantasy world full of secrets and twists.#4 in series
The Assassin of Grins and Secrets K.E.AndrewsOnce the infamous assassin who killed with a smile, Serein now waits for death in the fighting pits of the Harpy's Chest.First in series
A Bitter DrinkAzalea ForrestTo challenge one’s true colors is a bitter drink indeed.Standalone
Galaxy of ThornsBogdan TăbușcăAn empress to come! An empress for all to witness! An empress to conquer all in her path! An empress to suffer...First in series
A Crown of BloodLincoln LawRoisin must choose between her duty to her magical training, and rescuing her best friend from a bloodthirsty army.First in series
Warriors of UnderstoneB.K. BassDurgan may overcome opponents with axe and shield, but can he change the values of his people with the same tools?First in series
The Pact J E HannafordThe Pact has indeed been broken, and a breach involving Lord Flame would destroy our lives as we know them. #2 in series
The Bleeding StoneJoseph John LeeAs her people face the wrath of foreign invaders, an outcast must prove her worth and rescue one of those dearest to her.First in series
The Broken Heart of AreliumAlex RobinsA fast-paced epic fantasy thrill-ride filled with action-packed battles, compelling mysteries, and unforeseen betrayalsFirst in series
HowlE. RathkeNameless and kinless, a man and woman are banished by the only people they have ever known after being cursed.First in series
Structural IntegrityTabitha O'ConnellA demolition order for Kel’s favorite building could salvage his crumbling relationship with Yaan… or cause its collapse.First in series
Wyrd Gods Susana ImaginárioThe Greek goddess of the soul needs to find her way out of the Norse Underworld before the end of Eternity.First in series
The Flaws of GravityStephanie CayeA former lackey. A faerie plot to end the world. The existence of tequila is at stake. Oh, and humanity too.First in series
HavenCeril N DomaceWhen his wife dies after turning into a gryphon, a grieving father turns to the fae to protect his children from anti-fae extremists.First in series
AvalonCeril N DomaceA grief-torn father struggles to repair his relationship with his remaining family members after being unwillingly recruited to run a rescue mission.#2 in series
The Sword of Mercy and WrathNC KoussisScarred and broken, Selene joins the Order of the Golden Sword to seek vengeance on werewolves, only to have her violent past threaten to consume her.First in series
Through Dreams So DarkAngela BoordSergei’s mother sacrificed herself to get her family through the Iron Curtain. Now it’s Sergei’s turn to save her…even if he has to cross realities to do it.
First in series
PhasedVictoria TeckenDark YA supernatural/urban fantasy with visceral action, wholesome motley crew characters and strong themes of found family and the effects of trauma. First in series
A Handful of SoulsStephen RiceTwo sisters rescue their brother from a spirit worker who can raise the dead, pursued by a giant with a bleeding grin and guided by a liar.First in series
The Path and the WayMichael S. JacksonStabby nominated, SPFBO7 Semi-Finalist RINGLANDER: THE PATH AND THE WAY is a fast-paced, epic fantasy adventure full of games, grit and magic. First in series
DeathbringerBlake CarpenterInga and her family are murdered on her wedding day, but that still won’t stop her from seeking vengeance for her slain loved ones, whatever it takes.First in series
Kept From CagesPhil WilliamsCriminal jazz musicians, wayward assassins and psychic children collide in this fast-paced, globe-trotting dark fantasy thriller.First in series
Baker ThiefClaudie ArseneaultBaker by day, thief by night, Claire must unravel the secret of the exocores while escaping the investigator on her case who just happens to be her cutest customer.Standalone
Winds of StrifeU. G. GutmanCalm makes you tough as ice, but just as coldFirst in series
The Warrior's PathKarim SolimanA banished kinslayer seeks redemption by going rogue in his new homeland.
First in series
Curse of the FallenH.C. NewellThis Child is not the chosen one... She is a demon to be destroyed.First in series
The Long NightsTom MockA telepath uses a vampire's memories to find his victims before they wake.First in series
Seasons of AlbadoneWarman & MarchéFour stories across four seasons intersect in unexpected ways in the mysterious forest of Albadone. First in series
A Contract in Sol ForneWarman & MarchéVaelin, an ancient djinn, travels the world seeking the artifact to which she is enslaved.#2 in series
The BetrayerHannah E. CareyA broken warrior, an outcast king, and a darkness that threatens to destroy them both. First in series
The HunterHannah E. Carey Strange shores, strange Spirits, and an outlaw who should be her enemy, but might just steal her heart.First in series
Moonshadow's GuardianDianna GunnAll Riana has ever wanted is freedom. Unfortunately, that’s the one thing her kind cannot have.First in series
Broken SkyMorgan K. BellAwkward misfit Dorian’s quiet life is turned on its head when he’s forced to flee home with a ragtag airship crew, and encounters a dragon in desperate need of his help.First in series
Winds of DestructionKaren LykkeboAfter living twenty years in hiding, Mareau is confronted by his energetic niece who wants to topple the empire and end the war he lost as a young boy. First in series
Dark EmpathyKaty MorganA misanthropic empath is forced to track down a murderer who shouldn't exist and falls for the officer assigned to monitor him.First in series
The Lost KingT. M. KohlLauren is trapped on another world with no way to get home. With the help of a young warrior and a sassy amulet, she must discover the secrets of her past if she has any hope to return.First in series
The Master of NightT. M. KohlLauren and Val are in a race against time--but what is coming, they have no idea. As they uncover the truth, they discover a secret more extraordinary than they had ever imagined.#2 in series
DragonBirthRaina NightingaleIn a world where dragons are hated and feared, a young villager's life is changed forever when she meets the dragon hatchling, Minth.First in series
Manipulator's WarElise CarlsonWith the aid of lost Australian Linh, nonbinary Heir Ruarnon strives to lead the very people who doubt their capacity through a war like no other.First in series
The Way of UnitySarah K. BalstrupThe fire hardened her heart to stone. Now the people she has wronged must come to break it.First in series
Water Against ChaosR. A. KlepsisCordela's quest will take her to places far beyond the village of her youth. Come along with her and her companions on this Fantasy Role Playing inspired adventure.First in series
PetitionDelilah WaanRahelu, daughter of deeply indebted immigrant fisherfolk, must beat her wealthy, privileged rivals in a ruthless job hunt tournament to save her family.First in series
Back in Funeral BlackAmy HopkinsIt's not easy having a zombie for a sister, but it does come in handy sometimes…First in series
There's Always a MorningNiranjanWhat do you do when memories from a past life threaten to upend your present?Standalone
Victoria Marmot and the Meddling GoddessVirginia McClainThe quirky urban fantasy parody you never knew you always wanted.First in series
City of MasksAshley CapesSick of elves and orcs? Then this is the epic fantasy for you!First in series
Blade's EdgeVirginia McClainTwo friends. Two forbidden powers. One chance to change everything.First in series
The Voidwalker CollectionDerek BaileyA psycho-spiritual fantasy thriller about a man who must discover the meaning of his dark dreams before they consume him.Collection
They call me Princess Caycep d ballWaking up as a young princess, her kingdom under attack, traitors all around, Cayce struggles to stay alive.First in series
They still call me Princess Caycep d ballThe enemy army chasing her, another trying to cut her off, Princess Cayce's army desperately races to safety.#2 in series
Object ImpermenanceMargery BayneA collection of short stories about liminal spaces, tilted realities, and the monsters within.
Collection
The Price of PowerMichael MichelA dark prophet's rise. A nation on the brink of war. Four heroes must sacrifice what they love or face oblivion.First in series
The Traitors We AreMichael RobertiThe Traitors we Are takes place during a civil war that isn’t what it first appears to be. Set in a world where writing disappears when the author dies, nothing is ever certain.First in series
Silver MageC M DebellThe dragons are lost, their magic forgotten, but their ancient enemy is stirring once more and only one young mage now stands in the breach.First in series
On Borrowed LuckTJ MuirAn ambitious young man becomes a dangerous weapon for a corrupt nobleman but never asked what it might cost, now the next blood spilled might be his own.First in series
Becoming A DruidMike MollmanThe quest of a headstrong apprentice druid goes awry, pitting him against a mind-controlling mage and factions within the druids.First in series
Sins And SorrowsMike MollmanTwo Sorim must return to their unwelcoming homes. Each is cursed by a hag, leading to an abundance of sins and sorrows.#1.5 in series
The Banished SecretNiranjanWhen faced with a danger that threatens his life and lays claim to his soul, Aditya has to choose who to trust.Standalone
The Phoenix and the SwordJ.C. SnowThe woman Aili Fallon loves disappears in fire and blood - and Aili, now immortal, must live through a forgotten life to find her again.First in series
The Shoreless RiverJ.C. SnowLiu Chenguang will do anything to free Aili Fallon from the curse of her birth and death, but first she must trust in the demon who once destroyed them. #2 in series
PradyutitaGeetha KrishnanThe saga of Mahabharata, as it has never been told before.
First in series
PrajwalitaGeetha KrishnanThe start of a friendship that will forge the path of destiny.#2 in series
Flames Over FrosthelmDave DobsonIt's not every day your prisoner explodes. Two young investigators take on more than they can handle (much, much more) in this epic fantasy mystery.First in series
The Legend of Black JackA. R. WithamEscape with Jack Swift as he is kidnapped from the slums of Chicago to the magical land of Keymark on an action-packed coming-of-age adventure.Standalone
The Lost SentinelSuzanne RogersonA dying magical island. A missing Sentinel. Only an exiled mystic can save them, but how much is Tei willing to sacrifice to fulfil her destiny?First in series
Slice of DeathJ. A. IronsideAmy's life would be perfect is she could just stop blowing things up with her mind - and it's about to get a lot worse...First in series
Loch & QuayJ. A. IronsideSummoned to Scotland to debunk cryptid sightings, Amy soon finds herself in far deeper water than she expected...#2 in series
Devil's DealTessa HastjarjantoWhen two angels break their deal with the Devil, he comes for the one they’re trying to protect.First in series
Visions of ZaruaSuzanne RogersonApprentice wizard Paddren must decipher his visions before Zarua’s deadly secret is unleashed. Could his link with a long dead wizard hold the key?Standalone
The First RuleSteven William HannahVenalia's fate is certain death, for people who do not deserve it. First in series
Blind the EyesK.A. WigginsHer city tried to erase her. Now she and her ghost are its last hope as the monsters attack.First in series
The Fall Is All There IsC.M. CaplanA runaway quadruplet royal is kidnapped by his siblings as part of a high-stakes family reunionFirst in series
Legacy of the BrightwashKrystle Matar Follow the law and you'll stay safe, but what if the law is wrong? First in series
Lady Vago's MaledictionA.K.M. BeachA cursed banshee trapped in a ruined castle relives her rise and fall in this gothic fantasy horror.First in series
DigitarumDerek BaileyA big-picture tale of five gods who are tasked with building up a whole world out of nothing.Standalone
Science-Fiction
The Hand of GodYuval KordovThe world ended--twice. Only Esther, the Eternal One, saw it all happen.First in series
Ever The HeroDarby HarnSuperheroes are big business. Imagine not being able to afford them.First in series
Gathering of the FourA.E. BennettOne peasant woman will be the catalyst for a revolution. First in series
Colony CollapseKE WolfeFirefly meets Star Trek: The Next Generation in this chaotic space opera.First in series
The Gottingen AccidentJames MordechaiThree famous scientists turned superheroes and a talking cat will fight against a villain that wants to subvert the very fabric of the Universe with non-Euclidean geometry.Standalone
Through Stranger EyesChris SarantopoulosPowerful people are found dead. Rick remembers killing them, except he has never met them. Now everyone wants to kill him. Non-stop cyberpunk thrill-ride.First in series
Galataria's EchoesGail BrownGalataria teeters on the brink of destruction. At least, the human population. Earth stumbles along the Devolution War path Galataria fought generations ago.
Standalone
The Seeds of DissolutionWilliam C. TracyMusic and magic. Steampunky science. Sam must learn to use the Symphony in the face of ancient enemies rising. The Dissolution is coming.First in series
Facets of the NetherWilliam C. TracyThe Dissolution approaches, and all will change. What lies beyond the wall?#2 in series
UnanimityAlexandra AlmeidaAs AI consumes the world, intelligence is nothing but the appetizer; the human heart is the main course.First in series
Life SupportJoseph L. KelloggA team of missionaries and smugglers must treat an injured alien — while on the run in a war zone.Standalone
Space OperaticDale E. LehmanGreed and lies and loathing, rebels and mercenaries and explosions—really, how hard can it be to stage a performance?Standalone
The EmpyreanKatherine FranklinA son murdered. A planet destroyed. Can Palia survive long enough to uncover the truth?First in series
The Stars WithinAlex ArchThomas and Colette must travel to the stars in a battle for survival against unrelenting enemies.Standalone
Stellar InstinctJonathan NevairA secret agent races to solve a cosmic mystery...Standalone
The Darkest MemoriesAlyse N. StevesWhat happens when the heroes become the hunted?First in series
A Country of Eternal LightDarby HarnA rogue black hole tears apart the solar system. Mairead’s life is already in pieces.Standalone
MercyKelby LosackIn an effort to save his son from ritualistic sacrifice, a man trades his heart for a gun rumored to kill gods.Standalone
Moon DeedsPalmer PickeringWhen the only thing more powerful than technology is magic.First in series
Wistful AscendingJCM BerneRetired weapon of mass destruction Rohan wants a quiet life. He finds out that while he wants to forget his past, it won't forget him. First in series
Skylark in the FogHelyna L. CloveIn a universe splintered by naturally occurring wormholes, a loner smuggler and a runaway queen with AI-powers ally to save their homes from destruction.Standalone
Concurrent EarthsGail BrownA forgotten past. An unreached future. A dream of places that may, or may not, be. Short stories stir the soul, and grasp at long forgotten truths. Collection
The Flight of the AuroraAlan K. DellCmdr James Fowler is offered the opportunity of a lifetime: to be the test pilot for the Aurora, an experimental spaceplane that promises to lead humanity to the stars.#2 in series
Beyond the EmpyreanMichael Scott PhillipsGenetically engineered miner, Hel Brand, is inspired by his love for an oligarch’s son to join a rebellion to free the star system from tyranny. First in series
Daylight ChasersRue SparksKeenan offers Isabella a day that nearly never ends—but a flock of passenger pigeons, a herd of bison and a few white sharks later...he may yet regret it.Standalone
The Chaos PrincipleNathan JohnsonJoin the world's last detective, Ansel Black, on a "measured and inquisitive speculative mystery with a lyrical soul." -KirkusFirst in series
Tracker220Jamie KrakoverThe chip in her head grants her infinite information. When it glitches, she knows she better run...First in series
Dark Nebula IsolationSean WillsonWhen the past returns to claim its due, will anyone survive?First in series
Dark Nebula DiscoverySean WillsonHe found peace far from Sol, but danger never left his orbit.#2 in series
Duckett & Dyer: Dicks For HireG.M. NairThey aren't detectives, but they have to become detectives, in order to find out who's telling people they're detectives.First in series
The One-Hundred Percent SolutionG.M. NairDuckett & Dyer saved the universe from themselves, but now they're up against spies, monsters, and Michael's horrible job!#2 in series
The Stars Will Guide Us BackRue SparksThirteen stories travel the themes of mental health, grief, and finding hope through difficult circumstances in a queer science fiction and fantasy collection.Collection
IdyllianR. Z. HeldThe planetary empires’ technology changed Genevieve’s and Sienna’s minds and bodies; they used it to fight back and save those they love.Boxset
Cydonia RisingDave WalshAfter her brother slays her father, the Emperor of the Andlios Republic, Katrijn must return from exile to rescue the galaxy from her tyrannical brother.First in series
Empire RebornA.K. DuBoffWhen a mysterious attack becomes a declaration of war, one family must unite the fractured Taran Empire to prevent a transdimensional alien invasion.First in series
DarosDave DobsonBrecca Vereen, smuggler's daughter, drops from her wounded ship to a war-torn planet. High above, a rebel infiltrator tries to derail an alien invasion.Standalone
Ariya Kai The Secret Of Colony L.I.F.E.F. Z. ZachRecruited to join a secret organization to fight for ‘The Colony and its People’. Ariya never thought it would bring her face to face with her destiny.First in series
From the Grave of the GodsAlan K. DellCmdr James Fowler - an astronaut on the disastrous first mission to Mars - questions his identity, place in the world, & humanity when the accident leaves him changed.First in series
Horror
A Crack in the WorldJames MordechaiIn 1994 England, villages are vanishing. Gino Marcotti links the Black Metal scene to these events, discovering malevolent forces that can only be defeated by connecting with his dead father.Standalone
WilthavenOli JacobsWelcome to Wilthaven! Home to friendly locals, fun times, and an evil god out for your soul.Standalone
PerishablesMichael G. WilliamsThe roller coaster tale of a curmudgeonly gay vampire, his nosy neighbors, potluck dinners, holiday sales, frustrated geniuses, and the walking dead.First in series