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June 26, 2026

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The fourth Friday celebrates growing up — in all its messy glory. From YA adventures to tender coming-of-age tales and steamier new-adult reads.

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Trial of Ash: A Dark Fantasy Academy Romance

Trial of Ash: A Dark Fantasy Academy Romance

By Kimara Klien

She was hired to fix a broken ward. Instead, she exposed a power the crown tried to bury.Maeryn Quenlar knows better than to touch noble magic.Broken wards have owners. Owners have lawyers, guards, and the kind of outrag...

She was hired to fix a broken ward. Instead, she exposed a power the crown tried to bury.Maeryn Quenlar knows better than to touch noble magic.Broken wards have owners. Owners have lawyers, guards, and the kind of outrage that turns poor girls into examples. But when her little brother's medicine runs out, Maeryn takes the job anyway.One dead ward. One forbidden gift. One mistake powerful enough to drag her into Ashveil.At the academy, magic is ranked, controlled, and used to decide who matters. Maeryn has no crest, no sanction, and no place among the heirs who were born to power. Worse, the ash magic under her skin is supposed to be extinct.Then Caedren Vaelisar, Ashveil's golden heir, discovers that his starfire and Maeryn's ash are bound together by something older than crown law.He is everything she should distrust.She is everything his family fears.And beneath the academy's polished trials, something ancient is waking.Trial of Ash is Book One in The Ashveil Cycle, a dark fantasy academy romance filled with forbidden magic, deadly trials, sharp-tongued rivals, found family, and a slow-burn bond forged in ash and starfire.

Illicit Education

Illicit Education

By Jessalyn Jameson

All bets are off the table. And I'm on it. Strapped to it.Because my cocky new boss isn't just controlling; he's Dominant with a capital D.RylanCabot Reed is beautiful. Infuriating. Dripping with wealth and power. He's a...

All bets are off the table. And I'm on it. Strapped to it.Because my cocky new boss isn't just controlling; he's Dominant with a capital D.RylanCabot Reed is beautiful. Infuriating. Dripping with wealth and power. He's also my new boss–and the heir to the Reed Enterprises throne.But when our paths cross outside of the office, and I discover that his need to dominate isn't just a facet of his professional life but the very fabric of his existence, all bets are off the table. And I'm on it. Strapped to it.CabotShe's an intern. Green as they come and far too young. She's also completely consumed me. From the fire in her eyes to her defiant little mouth, Rylan Blake is all I can think about.Taking her under my wing at work is one thing; showing her the ins and outs of my personal life is another thing entirely–a line that shouldn't be crossed. Teaching Rylan to submit to me could be my salvation. Or it could crumble the empire I am set to inherit.Not intended for readers under eighteen years of age.

The Fox and the Girl: Books 1–3 – A Tween-to-Young Adult Fantasy Adventure

The Fox and the Girl: Books 1–3 – A Tween-to-Young Adult Fantasy Adventure

By Jonathan Kuiper

A bullied girl, a mysterious fox, and a hidden destiny collide in this tween-to-young adult fantasy adventure full of friendship, magic, and secrets.Keira has never fit in. Tormented by classmates and haunted by a past s...

A bullied girl, a mysterious fox, and a hidden destiny collide in this tween-to-young adult fantasy adventure full of friendship, magic, and secrets.Keira has never fit in. Tormented by classmates and haunted by a past she doesn't fully understand, she longs for escape. When an Arctic fox named Luza appears, her world tilts upside down—because Luza isn't just any fox. She's searching for someone, and the truth she carries will change Keira's life forever.Across three books—Luza, Riley, and Valo—Keira's journey unfolds through battles with bullies, secrets of bloodlines, and the discovery of her own power. But destiny isn't simple. As Keira and Luza's bond deepens, they uncover ancient ties, shifting magic, and a dangerous truth that could destroy everything they love.Perfect for readers 10+ who love shapeshifters, animal companions, and hidden worlds, The Fox and the Girl blends the heart of middle-grade adventure with the depth of young adult fantasy. Fans of Erin Hunter's Warrior Cats, Shannon Messenger's Keeper of the Lost Cities, and Rick Riordan's epic quests will find a new favorite in this magical coming-of-age tale.Originally released as the Luza series, The Fox and the Girl has been refreshed and reintroduced for a new generation of readers.

Skates & Stones

Skates & Stones

By Heather C. Myers & Frankie Cardona

He's not here to fall for her. He's here to destroy everything she owns.Minka Mathers just broke free. From her engagement. From her family's control. From the future that was never hers to choose.Now she's stepping into...

He's not here to fall for her. He's here to destroy everything she owns.Minka Mathers just broke free. From her engagement. From her family's control. From the future that was never hers to choose.Now she's stepping into Crestwood University—and into her inheritance: a powerful hockey legacy she's not ready to lead… but refuses to lose.She thinks the hardest part will be proving herself.She's wrong.Because Levi is already waiting.Cold. Untouchable. Ruthless on the ice—and worse off it.The boy everyone fears. The one no one can get close to.And the one who hates her most.Because her family ruined his.Getting drafted to her team wasn't luck.It was revenge.And Minka?She's the perfect way to get it.He'll get close. Earn her trust. Tear everything down from the inside. But Minka isn't weak. She doesn't bend.And the more she pushes back… the more Levi wants her.Not as part of his plan.As his.Now the line between revenge and obsession is gone—and the only thing more dangerous than losing everything…is wanting the one person he was supposed to destroy.Skates & Stones is a stand-alone revenge dark hockey romance featuring a tortured Alpha hockey player and the unassuming innocent who plays his game without understanding the consequences. It has a guaranteed HEA and no cliffhanger.

Bad Boy Protector

Bad Boy Protector

By Alexis Winter

I'm not a protector.I'm a damaged ex-con.The last thing I need is an innocent little thing thinking I'm her happily ever after.She's naive and pure, the kind of woman a man like me doesn't deserve, but I'd be lying if I...

I'm not a protector.I'm a damaged ex-con.The last thing I need is an innocent little thing thinking I'm her happily ever after.She's naive and pure, the kind of woman a man like me doesn't deserve, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't notice the way that uniform hugs her petite curves.The moment she slipped me her number, It snapped me back to reality and those dirty fantasies went right in the trash along with her number.So, I kept my distance—until that night.Saving her felt like redemption from my past.Falling for her was where I screwed up.Now the shadows from my past have returned and I'll stop at nothing to keep her safe.Even if that means I have to lose her forever.I thought I could have a taste and walk away.Instead, I stole her innocence and broke her heart.This isn't a fairytale sweetheart and I'm no knight in shining armor.This time the big bad wolf just might eat you alive. 

Claiming Her Forever

Claiming Her Forever

By Alexis Winter

I'm not Mr. Settle-Down-and-Start-a-Family.I tried it, failed it, lived the scars of it.When you find your wife tangled in the sheets with your best friend, that kind of betrayal changes a man.So I chose isolation, retre...

I'm not Mr. Settle-Down-and-Start-a-Family.I tried it, failed it, lived the scars of it.When you find your wife tangled in the sheets with your best friend, that kind of betrayal changes a man.So I chose isolation, retreating to the mountains where solitude became my sanctuary. I built a life of careful routine: managing my businesses, crafting custom furniture, and keeping everyone at a safe distance.Simple. Controlled. Protected.Then, Quinn Prescott moved into my downstairs rental, and my carefully constructed world began to crack. Her disarming smile and endless questions threatened to unravel years of meticulously built defenses.Those innocent doe eyes hid secrets as deep as my own, and despite every instinct screaming at me to keep my distance, I found myself craving just one taste of her sweetness.But one taste wasn't enough.It became an all-consuming need to claim her, to make her mine.Each touch was an addiction, every kiss ignited something I couldn't control.Just as I began to believe I could risk opening my heart again, my past came thundering back, reminding me exactly why I'd lived by my rules for so long.Only it was too late.Quinn was carrying a secret of her own.They say the past has a way of catching up with you.What they don't tell you is that sometimes it collides with your present, leaving you to choose between the safety of solitude and the risk of everything you never knew you wanted.

Ice Time

Ice Time

By Jami Davenport

USA Today Bestselling Author Jami Davenport writes steamy contemporary and sports romances, including her Seattle Sockeyes, Steelheads, The Scoring series, and Portland Icehawks. A retired computer geek, Jami has now ach...

USA Today Bestselling Author Jami Davenport writes steamy contemporary and sports romances, including her Seattle Sockeyes, Steelheads, The Scoring series, and Portland Icehawks. A retired computer geek, Jami has now achieved her life-long dream of becoming a full-time author. She lives on a small farm near Puget Sound with her Army Ranger-turned-plumber husband and assorted animals who make guest appearances in her books. She's a lifetime Seahawks and Mariners fan and a proud season ticket holder for the Seattle Kraken hockey team.

Friend Zone

Friend Zone

By Camilla Isley

Alice Brown fell in love with Jack the day she moved into her freshman dorm. Problem is, she’s been stuck in the friend zone ever since. After another meaningless breakup, she’s ready to confess her feelings to Jack. Ja...

Alice Brown fell in love with Jack the day she moved into her freshman dorm. Problem is, she’s been stuck in the friend zone ever since. After another meaningless breakup, she’s ready to confess her feelings to Jack. Jack Sullivan has mistaken friendship for love once before and has vowed never to do it again. A varsity sports player, he’s determined to enjoy college with no strings attached. Peter Wells is Jack’s best wingman. He enjoys his popularity as team captain and when he meets Alice, he’s ready to steal her heart. When Jack sees Alice and Peter together, jealousy hits him hard. But will he break his vow to never date a friend?

Good Vibes

Good Vibes

By Lexy Timms

Your vibe attracts your tribe…Four friends at a beach house for the final summer before adult life kicks in, what could be better? The plan is to spend days lying out in the sun and nights drinking at boardwalk bars. Wha...

Your vibe attracts your tribe…Four friends at a beach house for the final summer before adult life kicks in, what could be better? The plan is to spend days lying out in the sun and nights drinking at boardwalk bars. What could possibly go wrong? In a word: boys.Mandy starts hanging out with the beach volleyball captain, while Christine is rescued from the undertow by a jacked lifeguard. Ginny hits on her long-time crush, the owner of a beach bar with bedroom eyes and nerves of steel. She can't tell if he likes her or not, and it's driving her crazy.Meanwhile, Leyla has problems of her own, and not with a current boyfriend. Someone from her past still has the power to harm her. As the summer unfolds, she must find the strength to stay true to herself without destroying all four friendships in the process.The Beach Series•Good Vibes•Cocktail in Hand•Sunny Side Up•Paradise Found

Prince of Frogs

Prince of Frogs

By Amberlyn Holland

A cursed prince.A reluctant assassin.One full moon before one of them dies.Prince Alaistar, the notoriously cold-blooded General, was left trapped on the western coast by the enchantment that befell the entire royal fami...

A cursed prince.A reluctant assassin.One full moon before one of them dies.Prince Alaistar, the notoriously cold-blooded General, was left trapped on the western coast by the enchantment that befell the entire royal family. With a silver mask fused to his face, green-tinged skin, and a relentless magical pull toward the sea, most people see a monster.Evonna of Laerthar sees an opportunity.Desperate to rescue her missing brother, she agrees to a deadly bargain. Kill the cursed prince before the next full moon. Or forfeit her own life instead.But getting close to Alaistar reveals a man far different than the ruthless villain feared across the Five Kingdoms. Beneath the mask is a lonely, touch-starved prince carrying the weight of his family's sins.And the more time Evonna spends with him, the more impossible her task becomes.Because if she fails, the bargain will kill her.And if she succeeds, she will destroy the only person who has ever truly seen her.Perfect for readers who love:✨ Fairy tale retellings✨ Enemies-to-lovers romance✨ Cursed princes and slow-burn tension✨ Clean fantasy romance✨ Protective heroes and magical kingdoms✨ Mysterious magical cats 

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