Sarah Calhoun, a fifteen‑year‑old with a natural talent for hexing and one bad eye, has her world turned on its head when a Yankee wizard‑priest tries to kidnap her. Sarah fights back with the aid of a mysterious monk named Thalanes, who is one of the not‑quite‑human Firstborn. It is Thalanes who reveals to Sarah a secret heritage she never dreamed could be hers. Now on a desperate quest, she is hunted by the Emperor’s bodyguard of elite dragoons, as well as by darker things—shapeshifting Mockers and undead Lazars. If Sarah cannot claim her heritage, it may mean the end of her, her family—and the world where she is just beginning to find her place.

The Arena: a vast alien otherspace that all species were forced to enter when they discovered faster‑than‑light travel. The Arena: where the lives of entire species might hang in the balance in a single Challenge. The only thing you couldn't do was refuse to play the Arena's game. Ariane Austin and her crew had learned these lessons the hard way, and had managed to survive so far. But now a debt of honor to Humanity's oldest ally, Orphan, has come due. Ariane must travel with Orphan into the legendary Deeps of the Arena, leaving behind one of her most trusted friends and advisors to confront whatever new trials the Arena may throw at Humanity in her absence.

In Witchy Eye, D.J. Butler’s new fantasy novel, the United States of America takes on a very different form as the setting of an epic fantasy tale. We love Butler’s unique reimagining of American history—but we also want to hear yours. Give a character from American history an epic fantasy makeover for your chance to win. Would Ben Franklin be a powerful wizard capable of calling down lightning? Would Abe Lincoln be an axe-wielding giant? And what about Betsy Ross? Give us your take in a short paragraph (100 words). Sorry, Franklin, Lincoln, and Ross are off the table. The winner will receive a signed copy of Witchy Eye.

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Last month we held a drawing to celebrate Wen Spencer’s latest, The Black Wolves of Boston. Congrats to Lynette DeBruin, our randomly selected winner! She’ll receive a signed copy of The Black Wolves of Boston.

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