Angela J Ford

Phantom of the Opera meets Beauty and the Beast in this gothic-inspired dark fantasy romance. A haunted tower, a mysterious instructor, and the lure of the music of the night. . . After the death of her father, Aria is left penniless and destitute. To avoid working the streets, she becomes the ward of a Count and moves to a remote town called High Tower. High Tower is a gloomy place with one vivid attraction: the theater. Lords and ladies come from afar to be seduced by a night of unforgettable entertainment. Many are warned to stay away from High Tower's dangerous enchantments, but it's a warning Aria is forced to ignore. Determined to take her life back into her hands, she and the Count make a deal. She can avoid an arranged marriage if she learns to sing for him. When Aria stumbles across a mysterious man in a dark tower, she begs to learn the power of song from him. Although reluctant, the man agrees to teach her the music of the night. Between midnight meetings and emotional singing lessons, Aria falls in love with her alluring instructor despite his shadowy past. But something deadly stirs, awoken by the desire of its master. Evening reveries become haunted with terror, blood, and murder. Rumors claim the man in the tower is behind the madness that haunts High Tower, a truth Aria is loath to believe. For she just gained the desire of her heart. What she doesn't know is that her haunted instructor intends to use her for his own purposes. . . Music of the Night is a complete, stand-alone novel inspired by Phantom of the Opera. Perfect for fans of dark and steamy fantasy romance.

A Gothic Romance

Music of the Night

Maeve of Carn is a warrior of warriors, but she's no hero.Born with superhuman strength she sells her abilities to mercenaries and warlords in exchange for wealth. Until the night of the full moon. . . In the midst of a raid, led by the warlord she just might be falling in love with, Maeve is taken by the King of the Fae. After leaving her to rot in the dungeon of the damned he offers her a deal. Freedom.If she finds a divine relic rumored to have the power to break all curses. Left with no other choice, Maeve sets off on a perilous quest, guided by the Scholar. As she braves one death defying situation after the other, she comes face to face with her own humanity and discovers what it means to let go of self-serving quests and become noble.

An Epic Fantasy Trilogy

Pawn

Deadly magic, a handsome knight, and an evil queen. Yula is a mage, but her volatile magic brings nothing but unhappiness. After the death of her beloved sister, she is sentenced to serve the Sisters of the Light who use their powers to protect villagers from the enchanted wildwood. When a fatal accident places the town in grave danger, Yula has no choice but to find the only person who can help her-the legendary and evil Dark Queen. Guided by a handsome knight, Yula travels into the treacherous forest, unaware that her choice will have dire consequences for herself, the knight, and the Queen of the Wildwood. Queen of the Wildwood is the first tale in a series of stand-alone adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy romance. Previously published as Knight of the Dark Queen in the Once Upon an Enchanted Forest Anthology. Now unavailable.

An Adult Fairy Tale Fantasy Romance

Queen of the Wildwood

When spring breaks the unforgiving grip of winter, the mages arrive to steal a bride. . . Solvay is known for her talents with mixing potions but she hides a treacherous power. She's avoided the watchful eyes of the mages until now. . . When Solvay is chosen as a bride for the mage king, she's terrified he'll discover her secret and use it to bring war to the northern lands. To protect the people she flees only to fall into the hands of a ruthless ice lord. He intends to use her as a hostage to secure peace between the mages and ice lords. As Solvay travels into the heart of the mountains with the ice lord, she discovers there's more to him than his savage ways. But even love can't change the course of fate. To prevent a war, she'll have to sacrifice herself to save the man she loves. . . Stolen Ice Bride is the fifth book in Stolen Brides of the Fae, a collection of short novels by eight of your favorite fantasy romance authors. Start reading today for swoon-worthy romance, heart-stopping adventure, and guaranteed happily-ever-afters!

Stolen Ice Bride

International Bestselling author Angela J. Ford launches her brand new Lore of Nomadia series with Treachery of Water: the story of an alluring nymph, a curious librarian, a renowned hunter and a mad sorceress as they seek to save-or destroy-the empire of Nomadia. Foul magic stirs in the depths of the sea where sirens are ruled by the whims of powerful water nymphs. But when fever sweeps the watery kingdoms, threatening to destroy the race of sirens forever, a new hero must rise. Darya, a water nymph, is chosen to find a magical remedy to save her people. But the spell for the cure lies ashore in the Great Library of Nomadia. Forsaking the depths, Darya begins a desperate quest to save her home, her people and everything she loves. But her quest goes awry when she is captured by slave traders who bind her magic. Nurimil is a legendary hunter known for his skills in procuring magical creatures and artifacts. Unfortunately, a bounty is on his head and he's on the run with a risky plan to secure his own freedom. A plan that becomes twisted once he lays eyes on Darya. Araceli the Faun works in the capital city of Nomadia as a librarian. When traveling mages leave behind a mysterious tome she becomes obsessed with it. As she unravels the secrets of the book, it shows her how to summon a dark and devious jinn. As Darya, Nurimil and Araceli wrestle with their own endeavors, they will soon discover they have the potential to sway the fate of Nomadia. For unrest plagues the empire of Nomadia. A darkness rises, fueled by a cruel sorceress with a hideous desire to throttle magic and rule all races with an iron fist. Set in an immersive fantasy world, Treachery of Water is the first book in the Lore of Nomadia Trilogy. This gritty, action-packed adventure includes diverse creatures, twisted sorcery, powerful friendships and passionate romance. The trilogy will delight fans of dark and romantic fantasy.

Treachery of Water

Cursed magic, a handsome woodcutter and an enchanted forest.Talia is a renowned healer, until one fateful night. Death, instead of life, flows from her fingers.Devastated by her bad luck, Talia drinks to evade her misery.When a handsome woodcutter offers to help her, Talia agrees to bargain with the Queen of the Wildwood.But bad luck follows Talia into the forest and her journey turns into a race to save the man she loves before death befalls them both. . . Curse of the Healer is the second tale in a series of stand-alone adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy fantasy romance.

Curse of the Healer

A shield-maiden and an exiled lord should never fall in love. . .Mariel serves in the king's army as a shield-maiden until the day she defies her commander. As punishment for her betrayal and to show the kingdom she is loyal, she is sent to assassinate an exiled lord. But the longer she stays in his castle, the more she falls in love with him. Until he reveals a terrible secret that forces Mariel to make an impossible choice. . .Lord of the Castle is the third tale in a series of stand-alone adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy fantasy romance.

Lord of the Castle

Sasha may be a noblewoman, but just because a powerful lord asks for her hand, it doesn't mean she'll accept. Sasha is used to a life of comfort and wealth, a life she forsook when she fled an arranged marriage to a wealthy but cruel lord. Posing as a maid in her cousin's castle, she struggles to hide the magic that runs in her bloodline. But her magic won't be ignored. When dreams turn to nightmares, Sasha decides to seek the one person who can explain her visions to her-a lore keeper. On the road, Sasha is attacked and loses her way in the enchanted wildwood. A woman alone is easy prey for the dark creatures who rule the forest and its tangled web of secrets. As she tries to escape, she encounters a knight-a former servant of the Dark Queen, a dangerous man known as the Raven. Sasha strikes a bargain with the Raven, but will she escape from the forest or lose her heart in the enchanted wildwood? Heart of the Raven is the fourth tale in a series of adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy romance. Each short story can be read as a stand-alone and features a different couple.

A Fairy Tale Romance

Heart of the Raven

Only a Lore Keeper can prevent the rise of the goddess. . . In ancient days, Lore Keepers were known for their power to keep evil at bay. But Rae and her sister, the Lore Keepers of present day, have never faced a challenge. Blessed with wealth and abundance, Rae has no enemies, no worries, and no concerns. Her utmost worry is balancing the upkeep of her family's land with her creative work. Until the night of the storm. . . When an elven prince appears, Rae is fascinated and allured by his tales. Until he admits he comes with a dire warning: An evil force is coming to attack the Lore Keepers. Rae and her sister must ward off the attack and use their magic to prevent the rise of the goddess. Only they don't know how. . . Faced with her greatest challenge, Rae must find the magic within herself to save her sister and the elven prince from a fate worst than death. Secrets of the Lore Keepers is the fifth tale in a series of adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy romance. Each short story can be read as a stand-alone and features a different couple. What others are saying about Tales of the Enchanted Wildwood ★★★★★ "A very short read that both disturbs and leaves you wanting to know more about this world. It is a character driven story in a richly imagined world." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "I was riveted to the story and found it dark, yet enchanting and would dearly love to read further into the story of Yula and Aelbrin, my only complaint being that this was such a short story as I did not want it to end." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "It was a quick and compelling read. A dark faerie tale with a romance that didn't feel cheesy or out of place." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "Ford has packed an incredible amount of world-building into 60-odd pages without compromising that fairy tale pace. I definitely want to read more of this world!" - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "It had fantasy, magic and just the right amount of steaminess." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "This story is reminiscent of Beauty and the Beast in a twisted, upside down, through the looking glass sort of way. There are elements from the traditional tale, such as the whispering spirits, the scarred Lord, and the vicious mob but not in the way they are traditionally used. A story of redemption and purpose in a broken world. There is romance and it does get steamy at the end." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "This story reminded me of the beloved fairy tale of Beauty and the Beast and I am a real sucker for stories where love conquers all and this is one such story!" - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "The relationship building in this forbidden romance was truly amazing. Beautifully told story full of magic and the unexpected." - Amazon Review ★★★★★ "I was blown away by the beauty of this tale, of magic, hope and love and the need all of us have to belong as did our two lost souls, who found one another." - Amazon Review

Secrets of the Lore Keepers

Upon her father's death, Nesrin made a vow never to use her magic. But years later, living under the abuse of her step-mother, she breaks said vow and casts three wishes. One for wealth. Another for freedom. And a third for love. The magic is tricky and soon Nesrin finds herself wed to a nomadic king and cast into a new life full of mystery and intrigue. But just when she figures out her place in the world, the consequences of her wishes demand payment and she realizes the price of magic may cost her everything. . . Bride of the King is the sixth tale in a series of adult fairy tales blending fantasy action-adventure with steamy romance. Each short story can be read as a stand-alone and features a different couple.

Bride of the King

A warrior princess with a dire future embarks on a perilous quest to regain her fallen kingdom. Eighteen-year-old Aofie's Mor is an outcast princess, hidden in the sacred forest of the centaurs. She's spent her life training for one purpose: to take back her kingdom from the dark angel. When she comes of age, the centaurs prepare her for a journey into Labraid to reunite with the humans. However, on the morning of her departure, she learns a horrific truth that leaves her questioning her true identity. Frustrated, but taught not to question the will of the gods, Aofie travels deep into the wild lands in search of her birth mother. Along the way she accidentally frees a dangerous goddess, befriends a mysterious iceman, and meets a magic-wielding nymph. But threads of betrayal and corruption run deeper than Aofie imagined. As she faces trials and tribulations, she begins to question everything she's assumed to be true. Will Aofie have the strength and courage to take back her kingdom? Or will she turn her back on fate and choose her own destiny? Welcome to the land of Labraid, a war-torn world where demons rise and the gods and goddesses toy with the desires of humans.If you like fierce heroines, treacherous royals, mischievous immortals, slow burn romance, wild plot twists and Celtic Mythology, buy Aofie's Quest today!

Tale of a Warrior Princess

Aofie's Quest

Bound by Stardust is book 4 in the Starry Kingdoms of the Fae Collection. Prepare to be swept away into magical worlds with tropes you obsess over and swoon-worthy romance.

Bound by Stardust

After being devastated by the Dark Fae, Maeve is forced to continue working for them. Her newfound knowledge causes even more confusion and she's haunted by nightmares that just might be from her past.But that isn't her biggest problem. Maeve is left in orc territory and forced to trust two brothers she has an uncanny attraction to, even though they just might be her worst enemy. Along with a beast she should kill-but can't bring herself to-Maeve's adventures come to a startling twist when she reaches the kingdom where she was born. Set in an expansive fantasy world with monsters, magic and mysteries, the Night of the Dark Fae series is an epic fantasy trilogy birthed from the mind of International Best Selling Author, Angela J. Ford. Readers who love action, adventure, romance, sword and sorcery will be held captive by this series. Other books in the Night of the Dark Fae Series: Pawn-Book 1: Pre-order Now. Available 2020.Fated-Book 2: Pre-order Now. Available 2020.Noble-Book 3: Pre-order Now. Available 2020.What Amazon readers are saying about Angela's other books: ★★★★★ If you are looking for a classical fantasy that has an epic, old world feel of 'The Lord if the Rings' this is the book.★★★★★ "The characters were expertly detailed, situations well developed and thought out."★★★★★ "The author has a way of making you really connect to the characters and feel for them." ★★★★★ "I felt the excitement, treachery, love and friendship in this book." ★★★★★ The story is well laid out and progresses steadily; it is an easy read, and hard to put down. ★★★★★ "I absolutely love a book that is so well written you feel you are right there experiencing it yourself!" ★★★★★ "This is a cracking epic fantasy completely different from what I expected." ★★★★★ "Author Angela J. Ford can write the most beautiful prose, that at once inspires and then shakes the reader all up." ★★★★★ "A whirlwind of unexpected events and surprising mishaps keep you flipping page after page."

Fated

Wild shifters. A dangerous queen. Unruly magic.No asked about what dwells under the mountains in the west, and no one thought to wake it up. . .The shifters of the mountains are haunted, cursed, with a plague that turns them into bloodthirsty, wild beasts.To combat the curse, Lord Nodin-self-proclaimed leader of the shifters-blackmails Tor Lir and Citrine into helping him save his people.During the onset of winter they travel to Stronghold, which lies deep in the Cascade Mountains. But the moment Tor Lir and Citrine enter the land of ice and snow, doom haunts their steps. The shifters have many enemies, and it turns out Lord Nodin was not entirely forthcoming.Faced with treacherous adversaries, dangerous alliances, and twisted lies, Tor Lir and Citrine are forced to forget their values and face the darkness inside their souls. Realm of Ice is book three in the fantasy adventure series: Legend of the Nameless One.

An Epic Fantasy Adventure with Mythical Beasts

Realm of Ice

An outcast princess, a dangerous goddess, a mysterious iceman and a half-demon. Royal blood is potent. But eighteen-year-old Evie Mor is unaware of the power she carries. Abandoned by her parents to be raised by centaurs, and unsure how to use her magic, she eagerly awaits the day she can leave the sacred forests and reunite with the humans. However, on the morning of her departure, she learns a horrific truth that leaves her questioning her true identity. Frustrated, but taught not to question the will of the gods, Evie travels deep into perilous lands in search of her birth mother. Along the way she accidentally frees a dangerous goddess, befriends a mysterious iceman, and meets a magic-wielding nymph. But threads of betrayal and corruption run deeper than Evie imagined. As she faces trials and tribulations, she questions everything she's assumed to be true. . . Fans of coming of age fantasy, the chosen one trope, wild plot twists and slow burn romance will enjoy this dark fantasy.

Princess of Blood and Blade

Due to Citrine's betrayal, the Disciples of Ithar have caught up with Citrine and Tor Lir at last.Just when everything Citrine wants is in reach, it slips through her fingers. Captured and unable to reach her beasts, she faces judgement in the kingdom of mortals. Despite her dire predicament, her biggest concern is how to win back Tor Lir's trust.Tor Lir is furious with Citrine. Although prison is inconvenient, the darkness inside him knows how to escape. At last he must determine if he will fight for the mortals or give in to the demands of ultimate power and destroy all those who oppose him. But Citrine and Tor Lir don't know that there are other factions who desire them, with a secret plot to take the world from the mortals and give it into the hands of the immortals. Caught in a power hungry struggle, Citrine and Tor Lir must make a choice. Should they side with the mortals or immortals? Full of vibrant imagery, page-turning intrigue, and heart-pounding tension, this is a gripping adventure you don't want to miss. If you enjoy classical fantasy that has an epic, old world feel of Lord of the Rings, the Wheel of Time or Earthsea, then you'll be enthralled with this series.Realm of Power is book five in the fantasy adventure series: Legend of the Nameless One.

Realm of Power

A magical stone, a sea demon and treacherous love. When Citrine and Tor Lir survive the darkness that consumed the mountains, they awaken their latent powers and realize they are falling for each other. However, Citrine knows dark secrets about Tor Lir. Now, frighted by the truth, she needs to decide how to stop him. But first, Citrine must fulfill a promise. As a reward for defeating a sea demon, Citrine will earn a safe haven for her beasts. Enlisting the help of Tor Lir, Citrine travels into the heart of the underwater world. During their time in the depths of the watery world, they work together to unravel the mysteries surrounding those who dwell under the sea. But as Citrine discovers the depths of Tor Lir's magic, she realizes she's left with no choice. If she is to save the world, she has to destroy Tor Lir. Even though her heart doesn't agree. . . Full of vibrant imagery, page-turning intrigue, and heart-pounding tension, this is a gripping adventure you don't want to miss. If you enjoy classical fantasy that has an epic, old world feel of Lord of the Rings, the Wheel of Time or Earthsea, then you'll be enthralled with this series. Realm of Rulers is book four in the fantasy adventure series: Legend of the Nameless One.

Realm of Rulers

This standalone romantasy novella is a must read for fans looking for a fast-paced romantasy with heart-pounding adventure and enemies to lovers tension.

To Sway a Bard

A microbusiness is defined as a small business of 1 to 19 employees usually started with less than $35,000. Contrary to the common narrative of starting a business with a small business loan or venture capitalist, most small businesses are started with far less fanfare. People often start with their vision, passion and current resources. More than half a million small businesses start life in the U.S. every year-and most of them are doomed to fail. Some estimates are that as many as 80 percent of these companies won't survive five years. This book is a checklist of 78 action items one can take to create, enhance or improve their small business. It is the bootstrapper's checklist for a startup. Seasoned business executive and serial entrepreneur, Angela Ford, brings her wisdom and experience to this book. Making a Microbusiness is written in an engaging, no-nonsense, down to earth manner about Angela's most important lessons in entrepreneurship learned the hard way. At times it is witty and humorous (if only the subject wasn't so serious). The book steers everyone intending to start a business away from commonly-made mistakes, and rings warning bells for every current small business owner who's already making their way through entrepreneurship. It is the book Angela wishes someone had given to her saying, "Hey, these are some very specific things you need to consider." It is strewn with attention-grabbing examples and personal anecdotes. It engages the reader with a summary or "step" at the end of each section. There are obviously thousands of books in the business genre published each year. The authors' approach sets this one apart providing graphic examples of business tripwires to which many readers will be able to relate. This is not a top-down ivory tower business book; it is a hands-on, real world and honest portrayal of the difficulties of launching a new enterprise. It is in the spirit of Michael Gerber's bestselling book The E-Myth published by HarperBusiness as well as Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson and The $100 Startup by Chris Guillebeau, both published by Crown Business. Making a Microbusiness will appeal to the same audience.

Angela J Ford

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