Books with author Mary Matthews

The first collection of short stories for M. E. Matthews, she brings together and re-imagines stories from her days of blogging. M. E. Matthews blends good old monster tales with stories of lost love. There are thrilling connections between stories; themes of the afterlife, guilt, unrequited love, and missed opportunities. “All Inclusive” is about a kid trying to unravel a mystery. “Beware of Hairy Men” is another take on a werewolf classic. “The Hour” contemplates the afterlife and what if we could get one more hour to spend with our loved ones. Other stories address the supernatural, ghosts, haunted houses and possession. In “Long March,” Matthews weaves a tale of a desperate woman and a marriage falling apart. Also included is an expanded version of “The Husband”, M. E. Matthews’ first short story and a Scattered Wrecks blog reader favorite. Compelling, eerie and thought provoking, these stories illustrate the full range of M. E. Matthews’ repertoire.

Seventeen year old Lady Guinevere holds the crown to a ancient kingdom. Without brothers to ascend the throne, marriage to her will assure any man the right to rule.Arthur Pendragon has won his power through battle. His legions have elected him their king and protector but he seeks to legitimize his claim to High King through marrying Guinevere.Lancelot, a valliant knight with a broken past, is driven by his desire to protect those in need. He’s joined Arthur’s forces because he believes in Arthur’s dream of peace for a war-torn country.But Lancelot possesses something that Arthur can never win…Guinevere’s heart.QUEEN’S HONOR is told from the point of view of a young Guinevere as she is caught between the responsibility of her crown and the desires of her heart. This fantasy romance is imbued with celtic lore and magic, as Guinvere discovers she holds an ancient power--a power of the old ones, the Druids. But without any one to guide her to develop her power, she finds herself caught in a web of the ambitions of those more powerful than her. Queen's Honor puts a fresh spin on an age-old tale of love and honor.Betrothal is a novella (about ½ the length of a novel). Queen’s Honor will be told in episodic books meant to be read in a few hours each. What’s an episodic book? It’s formatted like your favorite television show or a miniseries where an overall story is broken down into smaller, self-contained stories. Each novella is a story by itself, yet the continuing characters will return for new stories that tie to an overall story-line. For those who don’t have time for longer books, this is a great shorter read, while those who love longer books will get the benefit of more episodes and a deepening story through multiple episodes.Reviews:"Queen’s Honor is GORGEOUS--A beautiful retelling focusing on the romantic triangle between Arthur, Guinevere and Lancelot while a young Guinevere tries to uphold her duty to her crown and stay true to her heart.""A masterful mix of romance, legend and magic.""A surprisingly fresh fantasy full of magic, mystery, and a love that can never be."

From the #1 Bestselling Norse Fantasy Author, comes The Light Keepers, a short story prequel to the ShadowLight SagaIsolated because of what she is—because of the power she holds inside—Astrid longs for contact with another human being. Her well-intentioned mother locks her away from society in order to protect her from an evil that seeks to use Astrid's abilities for his own means. But the resulting loneliness drives Astrid deeper into the shadowwalk—a power she is forbidden to use, a magic that lands her directly into the arms of the Shadow. This short prequel to the ShadowLight Saga offers a revealing glimpse into the history of the beautiful and mysterious warrior maiden known as Swan, called Astrid in this prequel. It takes place a few moons before Bonded begins and is a self-contained novelette of approximately 10,000 words. PRAISE FOR THE LIGHT KEEPERSYou've never seen dark versus light like this before! Matthews expertly twists good and bad until the lines are blurred and your heart is racing.Astrid (Swan) is such an amazing heroine – she's so tough, yet emotionally rich. Since Astrid can't speak, I loved how Matthews weaved in her internal thoughts throughout the action – it gave me an extra layer of insight to her cool personality. I loved her!It's sexy, intriguing and fast paced…The Light Keepers hurls you right into the action…leaving you begging for more…

Are you suffering from PTSD?Do you find it hard to go outside your home and do the things you have missed and loved doing in the past?Have you been dealing with anxiety and panic attacks which leave you confined to your home?These are just a few of many possible reasons that might prevent you from being able to leave your home and live the life you wish to have. And which is why you may consider all the benefits of having a Psychiatric Service Dog to be your companion and helper. Training your dog yourself will save money and also guarantee a bond that will never waiver. This book is designed to tell you how you can accomplish your dreams by owning a Psychiatric Service Dog and how you can train it yourself without having to pay someone an exorbitant amount of money to train the dog for you. Dogs can be great companions, and once they are trained to help you with your disabilities, you can experience more joy and fun in your life without having to worry about your medical conditions preventing you from doing the things you love to do. This book provides critical information, including:⦁ How to select the breed and type of dog best suited for your needs⦁ How to train a dog for specific tasks⦁ Housing laws that govern where you and your service dog may live⦁ The basics of insurance and wellness care for your dog.⦁ Which harness or collar is right for your training methods⦁ What is expected from a service animal when in public access areas⦁ The differences between training an adult dog or a puppy⦁ The difference in obtaining a shelter dog versus a pedigree⦁ And a lot more! So, if you are ready to get started training your own Psychiatric Service Dog and totally transform your life, then buy this book today!

Are you suffering from PTSD? Do you find it hard to go outside your home and do the things you have missed and loved doing in the past? Have you been dealing with anxiety and panic attacks which leave you confined to your home? These are just a few of many possible reasons that might prevent you from being able to leave your home and live the life you wish to have. And which is why you may consider all the benefits of having a Psychiatric Service Dog to be your companion and helper. Training your dog yourself will save money and also guarantee a bond that will never waiver. This book is designed to tell you how you can accomplish your dreams by owning a Psychiatric Service Dog and how you can train it yourself without having to pay someone an exorbitant amount of money to train the dog for you. Dogs can be great companions, and once they are trained to help you with your disabilities, you can experience more joy and fun in your life without having to worry about your medical conditions preventing you from doing the things you love to do. This book provides critical information, including: How to select the breed and type of dog best suited for your needs How to train a dog for specific tasks Housing laws that govern where you and your service dog may live The basics of insurance and wellness care for your dog. Which harness or collar is right for your training methods What is expected from a service animal when in public access areas The differences between training an adult dog or a puppy The difference in obtaining a shelter dog versus a pedigree And a lot more! So, if you are ready to get started training your own Psychiatric Service Dog and totally transform your life, then buy this book today!

The city of Wyvern’s Rest has fallen…◆ Episode I: The Weave of FateThe former “Jewel of the Highlands” is now a ghost of its former glory. Those with the means to escape have already fled the city. Those lacking remain, condemned to bury their sorrow while the walls crumble around them. Lawlessness and poverty have overtaken the streets, and as the days grow longer, the shadows of the abandoned Outer Quarter loom ever darker.Ava spends her days tethered to her prison, the belly of an old, stone inn, overlooking the docks and the familiar seaside market. She leans on her friends for innocent laughter and talk of unimportant things. Every day, the tavern fills with the hopes and dreams of those fleeing for brighter horizons, and every day, Ava watches them leave with the simplest wish — to join them. Little does she know, her fate is woven to an enormous, crimson carriage. It creaks through the shadow of a forgotten morning, altering the course of Wyvern’s Rest forever. The odd-shaped man who emerges carries two simple things: an old, leather satchel and a sinister secret. Will he free Ava from her prison...or forever seal her tomb? Dragon-Touched - Season OneBook One - The Weave of FateBook Two - Ageless FuryThe Mists of Kel Doran is a serialized, epic fantasy series. The Weave of Fate is the first book in the Dragon-Touched Season. If you're new to the series, you've come to the right place!The Mists of Kel Doran Series puts a 'digital age' spin on a traditional problem, immersing yourself in an epic, fantasy world without the epic, tome-sized dilemma. With deep world-building, engaging plots, and intense, regular, binge-worthy installments, the time for serial, epic fantasy has arrived. Now, if you're ready...enter the mist. How 'Mists' is different:Tight, action-packed 'episodes,' woven together to form an epic, immersive fantasy series.Compact, intense novels that can be consumed over a weekend or during a flight.New installments released several times a year. Never wait for your favorite series!Learn more at: mistsofkeldoran.comWarning: The Mists of Kel Doran series depicts a dark time in human history. This book contains some profanity, violence, and content that may not be suitable for sensitive readers.

A fun and upbeat paperback original romance about a girl who has a New Year's resolution to make the coming year epic in every way--and is willing to put herself out there for love.Tess and her opinionated older sister Lauren are spending the week after Christmas at the snowy Evergreen Lodge in Vermont and they aren't happy about it. Their stern grandmother, who owns the holiday resort, is not known for her warmth and good humor. But when shy, straight-laced Tess meets Christopher in the lobby, things are suddenly looking up. And when she decides to get out of her comfort zone and create a bucket list of things to accomplish before the New Year-like singing in public and skiing a black-diamond slope-Christopher is happy to help, even as he keeps a secret that could turn everything upside down. When the ball drops, will Tess and Christopher share a magical kiss-or will Tess start the new year off alone?Underlined is a line of totally addictive romance, thriller, and horror paperback original titles coming to you fast and furious each month. Enjoy everything you want to read the way you want to read it.

What if a touch of painting could transport you years back in time? What if a handsome man follows you to help you return to your own time?2017 Destiny has always had a passion for art and loves her job at an art gallery in Denver. She had once wanted to be an artist herself, but discovered she found more joy in helping other people find the truly talented artists' creations. Her life is simple but satisfying. 2045 Graham is a member of an elite secret agency called Time Travel Guardians. His job is to travel to different time periods and collects time travel devices to bring them to his own time, and store them in a safe government facility. The next device he was assigned to collect is a Clara Moore painting that has been found in an art gallery in Denver. After literally running into each other, Destiny and Graham begin a great adventure together- to 1879. Once they make it back to 2017, Destiny can't explain the desperate need to stay with Graham when he returns to his own time. Graham is concerned about the new information Destiny will learn about what will be her future. If she learns too much, it could change history. Come travel through time with Destiny and Graham in this brand new series of time travel, mystery, and intrigue, along with a good old-fashioned love story.