The first book in a series of dark tales and high adventure in the Eberron™ campaign setting. The Binding Stone features the brandnew races that were created specifically for the Eberron campaign setting. It’s also the first Eberron novel to takes its readers on an exploration of many uncharted territories in the setting. AUTHOR BIO: DON BASSINGTHWAITE is currently an editor for Black Gate Magazine and a contributor to the award-winning Bending the Landscape anthologies. His most recent work with Wizards of the Coast, Inc. was Yellow Silk, a Forgotten Realms® novel.

Chloe and Mason’s love survived the test of time and trust. But their plans to enjoy some time together are cut short when they find out Pamela Swan's intentions to sell the second half of the Binding Stone. To avoid allowing the stone to fall into the wrong hands, they count on Foster’s P.I. expertise and hope to catch Pamela before she causes any further damage. But little do they know about Foster’s romantic history with Pamela. Foster is determined not to let her irresistible allure cloud his judgement, like it did in Hot Springs, but can he resist her charms this time around? **Have you read “The Raven’s Trail (Book 1)” yet? The Raven’s Trail series is best enjoyed when read in order.**

Misfortune seems to follow the Sayers family. Hazel has tried to reestablish normality since her mother died, and she's no closer to escaping her strange past when a mysterious fire destroys the only other high school in her tiny Texas town. Hazel is thrown into the company of Luke, a cryptic senior who brings her face to face with the truth about her heritage. Her loving, perfect mother created her family for the singular purpose of birthing five of the most powerful witches in the world, capable of terrifying magic. Now that she knows the truth, can Hazel keep her siblings safe? Who is behind the dark cult that's hunting her family? And does Luke know more about her powers than even Hazel does?

A thousand years of servitude left Leela more than a little jaded. Betrayal by the man she loved only begins her lessons on the wickedness of humanity. Her hope for freedom for herself and her fellow Djinn from the stones that bind them has dimmed to a barely-there glimmer.But it hasn't yet been extinguished. When the young, handsome, and idealistic Jered inadvertently becomes her new master, Leela wonders if his tenderness and concern may be real. And despite her years of suffering, her heart begins to open to him.As she inches closer to trusting Jered, the past and the enemies that come with it, resurface, threatening the small spark of happiness in Leela's long life.After a millennium of pain what--and who--is Leela willing to sacrifice for freedom?

"I dream of Lisa Gail Green! THE BINDING STONE is magical in so many ways. My Djinn asks for my third wish? The sequel, of course!" -- Nancy Holder, NYT Bestselling Author, THE WOLF SPRINGS CHRONICLES "Genies like you've never seen them, THE BINDING STONE is a wild ride of treachery and deception. For my first wish, I'd like a sequel, please." -- Lisa Desrochers, author of the PERSONAL DEMONS trilogy The Binding Stone Tricked into slavery by the man she loved, the Djinni Leela has an eternity to regret her choices. Awakened in the prison of her adolescent body, she finds a new master in possession of the opal that binds her. But seventeen-year-old Jered is unlike any she's seen. His kindness makes Leela yearn to trust again, to allow herself a glimmer of hope. Could Jered be strong enough to free her from the curse of the Binding Stone? Ages 13+

The Matamiss, the last of those left with true emotion live in a perilous time where showing emotion could get you killed, the lack of emotion a sure sign that the Demon Lord Grulag stirs in the hearts of men. The Matamiss are pitted in a desperate quest foretold by a thousand year old prophecy. All that will keep them from being destroyed by a world where selfishness rules is each other and the power to feel.

Embark on a Mystical Quest Through Time and Consciousness In the riveting pages of "Paradox of Love: Spectres of Ancient Emerald Stone," readers are invited to journey through a tapestry woven with threads of mystic lore, ancient wisdom, and a deep, haunting romance that transcends the very fabric of time. As each chapter unfolds, you'll become ensnared in an odyssey that merges the echoes of tribal ancestors with intimate struggles of the present, culminating in an explosive understanding of love's true power. From the intoxicating pull of The Call of Destiny to the profound insights found within Waters of Enlightenment, this saga ventures beyond mere fiction. Feel the stirring "Community Flame" beckon your soul and gaze into the "Peniel Mind's Eye," where worlds collide and hidden truths emerge. Witness the enigmatic guidance of the Scripts of the Foretold, where ancient prophecies intertwine with the lives of characters destined for greatness. The story spirals toward enlightenment with The Chimeric Kin, unraveling layers of reality as our protagonists grapple with The Myths of Transformation--a transformation that is not only personal but cosmic. Confront the "Lions Mane And Serpent Mother", where myths breathe life, and the boundaries of belief blur into a singular quest for understanding. Dive deep into the "Tempest of the Cognitive," navigating the mind's labyrinth to emerge with the gallantry of the enlightened warrior. Here, at the threshold of realms, you shall enter an evolution of consciousness where every moment pulses with the urgency of discovery, the warmth of community, and the resonance of a unified cosmos. With an enthralling blend of spiritual exploration, heartfelt narrative, and scientific insight, "Paradox of Love: Spectres of Ancient Emerald Stone" is more than a novel--it's an invitation to witness the unveiling of life's greatest mysteries. Behold the ancient stone's power, for within its gleam lies the convergence of myths and realities that will forge a new destiny for all who dare to answer the call.