Books with author Mark Shannon

They think her an underdog against impossible odds…And she will fight tooth and nail to prove them wrong.The first in the plot twisting, heart pounding, magic riddled, USA Today bestselling Desert Cursed series. The Witch’s Reign…a land of eternal, unnatural winter ruled by the Ice Witch. In turn she is guarded by three supernatural creatures who wander her lands hunting for unwary souls, killing any who cross their paths. To get to the Witch’s Reign, you first must pass through the Dragon’s Ground. Full of dragons, who for the record, do not like trespassers.This is where I am headed, though my mentor has forbidden me.My best friend was sent with a team into the Witch’s Reign to recover a powerful jewel that belongs to our mentor, and they are long overdue to come back. That leaves me, Zamira “Reckless” Wilson to go after my friend. Forbidden or not.Somehow, I get saddled with a human male tagging along for the ride. A human that is as weak and useless as my own shifting abilities. Throw in a sentient magical weapon that tries to kill me every time I touch it, and a small dragon that has a penchant for Shakespearean insults, and you’ve got my journey in a nutshell.May the sands of the desert swallow me whole because this is going to be a damn bumpy ride. If you like KF Breene, Ilona Andrews, Patricia Briggs, Faith Hunter, Jaymin Eve, Kelley Armstrong, Kim Harrison, or Shayne Silvers, you won’t want to miss Mayer’s books! The Desert Cursed Series should only be read by people who can root for an underdog, have a good sense of humor, a love for high paced action, and like a blend of magic that even a Muggle could love. Recent reader reviews….“Indiana Jones battles the White Witch of Narnia. Not exactly, but it has the same classic feel good to it!”“A rip-roaring start to another outstanding urban fantasy series by this amazing author!” “Zamira is one of those heroines that you don't quickly forget. The way she eloquently spews profanities is admirable, and I kind of want to be her best friend.”“I am so glad I decided to finally bump this book up to the top of my reading list. It is one of the best books I have read all year!”

"I just love the worlds she builds and the kick ass heroines she writes! There is nothing worse than a weak heroin that does nothing but cry and expect a man to save her. Shannon doesn't do that. Her leading ladies are strong independent warriors yet so full of heart and soul that when that rare occasion comes that tears are shed you can't help but cry with them." -Boundless Book ReviewsFrom HiJinks Ink Publishing and Shannon Mayer comes FIRESTORM (Book 3) in The USA Today Bestselling ELEMENTAL SERIES. With over 1 million books sold, Shannon Mayer proves once again she can dominate her genre right out of the gate."My name is Larkspur, and I am an Elemental."My people use the power of the earth to sustain life and defy our enemies. I should be at my father's side as a royal princess. But as a half-breed, bastard child, that isn't going to happen.In a world of lava and fire, I am about to face my hardest trial yet. Not one of strength, or power, but intrigue and manipulation. However, my tolerance level for anyone outside of my family is at an all-time low, and the queen who rules the Pit expects complete obedience.As Ash's life is held in the balance, I have just three days to prove his innocence and mine. This place holds more than a scorching heat; new foes, traitors, and creatures from the depths of the lava are all trying to keep us from surviving.The only question left. . . Can I get us all out without being burned alive?Welcome to the Pit.

My name is Pamela, and I am the most powerful witch the world has ever seen. Only my magic is completely bound away from me, rendering me next to useless. I’m about to face a witch who makes me look like a child fighting a seasoned general in battle. A witch whose strength lies within the dead, and whose magic I unleashed during my part of destroying the world.Now she wants me to bow to her, to give her my strength and my magic. I’ve been stripped of my familiars. Stripped of my magic. And I must face all that lies ahead of me with only the blackest parts of my soul to keep me alive. If I manage to survive, will I still know who I am, or will I have finally succumbed to the darkness growing inside me?My name is Pamela, and I’m about to find out that nothing in this broken world is as it seems.Including my magic.

You may have heard of Lyme disease yet unless you have it or love someone who has it, you cannot know the living battle of desperately fighting Lyme. How do we claim victory? The war is won through every mountain faced and every privilege, both tiny and overwhelming, that we fight to gain back. Lyme is a complex disease. It includes spiritual, emotional, mental, and yes, physical trials that can easily break us down. What is once broken, however, can again be made whole, and even stronger. With perseverance and faith, you’ll take a beautiful mess and makes it awe-inspiring. From every direction in this war against Lyme, this 10q will get you ready to battle and destined to win!

My name is Larkspur, and I am an Elemental. My people use the power of the earth to sustain life and defy our enemies. I should be at my father's side as a royal princess. But as a half-breed, bastard child, that isn't going to happen. In a world of lava and fire, I am about to face my hardest trial yet. Not one of strength, or power, but intrigue and manipulation. However, my tolerance level for anyone outside of my family is at an all-time low, and the queen who rules the Pit expects complete obedience. As Ash's life is held in the balance, I have just three days to prove his innocence and mine. This place holds more than a scorching heat; new foes, traitors, and creatures from the depths of the lava are all trying to keep us from surviving. The only question left. . . Can I get us all out without being burned alive? Welcome to the Pit. Also Available! Recurve (Elemental Series Book 1) Breakwater (Elemental Series Book 2) Coming Soon! Windburn (Elemental Series Book 4)

Michael is a simple carpenter. While other eighteen-year-olds seek adventure, he loves his quiet life. Then nightstalkers attack and everything turns to chaos. With the world on the brink of Armageddon, a mystical gem known as the Eye calls on Michael to wield its great magic, but its power is useless if he can’t learn to embrace the magic within himself.Beautiful and deadly, Falon is the greatest assassin in the Rang Shalan. Then she learns she's fighting for the wrong side. Fleeing for her life, she seeks out Max, the one wizard who can help save her people.Thrown into a war of wizards and warlocks, demons and dragons, Michael and Falon follow Max on a daring mission to save the world. Racing headlong toward the fight of their life, Michael must wield powers he barely understands while Falon must embrace skills she abhors and Max must become the wizard he failed to be in the past.

They think her an underdog against impossible odds…And she will fight tooth and nail to prove them wrong.The first in the plot twisting, heart pounding, magic-riddled, USA Today bestselling Desert Cursed series. The Witch’s Reign…a land of eternal, unnatural winter ruled by the Ice Witch. In turn, she is guarded by three supernatural creatures who wander her lands hunting for unwary souls, killing any who cross their paths. To get to the Witch’s Reign, you first must pass through the Dragon’s Ground. Full of dragons, who for the record, do not like trespassers.This is where I am headed, though my mentor has forbidden me.My best friend was sent with a team into the Witch’s Reign to recover a powerful jewel that belongs to our mentor, and they are long overdue to come back. That leaves me, Zamira “Reckless” Wilson to go after my friend. Forbidden or not.Somehow, I get saddled with a human male tagging along for the ride. A human that is as weak and useless as my own shifting abilities. Throw in a sentient magical weapon that tries to kill me every time I touch it, and a small dragon that has a penchant for Shakespearean insults, and you’ve got my journey in a nutshell.May the sands of the desert swallow me whole because this is going to be a damn bumpy ride. If you like KF Breene, Ilona Andrews, Patricia Briggs, Faith Hunter, Jaymin Eve, Kelley Armstrong, Kim Harrison, or Shayne Silvers, you won’t want to miss Mayer’s books! The Desert Cursed Series should only be read by people who can root for an underdog, have a good sense of humor, a love for high paced action, and like a blend of magic that even a Muggle could love. Recent reader reviews….“Indiana Jones battles the White Witch of Narnia. Not exactly, but it has the same classic feel good to it!”“A rip-roaring start to another outstanding urban fantasy series by this amazing author!” “Zamira is one of those heroines that you don't quickly forget. The way she eloquently spews profanities is admirable, and I kind of want to be her best friend.”“I am so glad I decided to finally bump this book up to the top of my reading list. It is one of the best books I have read all year!”