The only reason Becca agree to this date? Her sister threatened her with a never-ending parade of suitors if she refused. Becca dreads the night of forced chit-chat with the one man she wants to see less than anyone else in the world. And to make matters worse, he turns up for their date early. At least she only promised one date. If you love your urban fantasy with a strong pulse of romance, get ready to fall in love with Amy Laurens' Secret Breakers...

The last time Joanna saw Ryan, someone died. Still, unlike everyone else, Joanna trusts Ryan. But does she trust him enough to help her enact revenge on her high school nemesis, who bullies her cruelly and mercilessly? Does she need to trust him, if she doesn't care about the consequences? A dark, young adult fantasy tale about bullies, revenge - and unexpected consequences.

Zac, young, smart and adventures, roams the eucalypt bush and pine forest around his house to his heart's content. But not over the old train tracks. Never that far. Until one day, he feels something magical calling…He knows he should ignore it. But even he can't imagine the consequences for listening this time.A tragic story about the mistakes we can make while grieving, and how clinging to our grief can cheat us of everything we ever loved, or...

In a world where only priests make art, she listens as strange noises range outside her cell.She assumed the authorities wanted to question her about her little brother.But the truth? Much more sinister than that.The price for her transgressions? Everything she ever held dear.A cautionary tale about crossing boundaries, and the power of art to affect reality.

The strange visitor arrives in the nick of time, just as Natalie contemplates giving in to the feelers of darkness that surround her.She can stay strong long enough to entertain a guest. But after that? Who knows.A hopeful tale for everyone beset by the Black Dog. CONTENT NOTIFICATION: References to suicidal thoughts, depression.

Wrestling with insomnia leaves Harry desperate enough to do the unthinkable: summon a demon for assistance. Naturally he gets more than he bargained for in this two-for-one deal that leaves him fighting for an unexpected ally's life. Of course, unexpected allies sometimes bring unexpected gifts, as well… A quirky urban fantasy tale about making friends in surprising places, for readers who appreciate moral shades of grey.

Candance jogs through the hot city evening-something that usually brings her calm. But tonight, she attends the biggest work event of her life. Nerves about the dinner keep plaguing her. Then she trips over a little old woman in the street. The woman warns her: Avoid the dinner tonight. Something wakes. The cryptic warning rattles Candance. And that's before she realises what the consequences of her decision will be… For anyone who's ever had...

On a hot and stuffy afternoon, Chay and Sham want ice cream-and to spot the strange dragon that appears on the streets every Tuesday first this time. But when a metallic, boxy beast appears blowing smoke and vomiting people, what Chay gets costs her a lot more than she bargained for. A cautionary tale about getting what you thought you wanted, and the weighty impact of over-active curiosity glands. 1940 words / YA fantasy

The demon she slew last night? Itty bitty. Teeny tiny. Super easy to exorcise.But this morning, her hands tremble and her jaw twitches.Her friend Cran better not surprise her.Her jaw's not the only thing feeling twitchy.A pair of demon stories for everyone who knows the need to keep your wits about you when dealing with the supernatural…

Her ears buzz, day and night, like a wasp has taken up residence in her brain. The solution? Call whoever it takes to get rid of it. No matter what the cost. If you love stories that leave you glancing over your shoulder with a chill down your spine, don't miss The Wasporcist.1600 words. Welcome to Inklets, a series of short (and sometimes short-short) stories ranging from sci-fi to fantasy to lingering just on the edge of normal. One thing's for...