Kay L. Moody

Only one can win. Neither can afford to lose. No one ever expected a girl from the deadly outer ring of the empire to become so powerful, but Talise did it anyway. Now, she just has to prove her magical skills in a competition before the emperor. It would be easy if it weren’t for a handsome young man named Aaden. He’s lived a privileged life in the luxurious inner ring, but he has his own reasons for needing to win the competition. Their magical training eventually gets supervised by the emperor himself. But as Talise and Aaden explore the palace, dark secrets unfold that threaten the safety of everyone they know. War is brewing. When Talise develops feelings for Aaden, it only complicates her loyalties. If she’s not careful, her own secrets could unravel. Torn between duty and trust, Talise must learn that war destroys all except those who learn to fight back.

The Elements of the Crown

Faerie is forever changed. Prince Brannick is still determined to become High King of Faerie but doing so will require support from the other courts. Many fae are still hesitant to back him because of the sins of his mother. He will have to offer favors and bargains that put him in danger. He wants to fight for his rightful place as High King. He wants to end his conflict with the queen of Fairfrost for good. But his heart might be too broken to do anything. Mortals in Faerie always bring trouble. The cost this time might be too high to pay.

Crown of Bitter Thorn

The competition could save her life... But only if she wins. Talise can manipulate the elements with ease; water, air, earth, and fire all bend to her will. As a citizen of the Storm--a crime-laden land where death is the only constant--her only chance for a better life is to become Master Shaper. A competition for the position takes place at the end of her training years. If she wins, she would live in the palace, work for the emperor, and escape her inevitable death in the Storm. But she's not the only one with a chance to win. Aaden is another talented student. As a citizen of the Crown, he was born with unlimited privilege and resources. When someone from the Crown wants to win, they do. End of story. And his shaping is unlike anything Talise has ever seen. Complicating matters, Talise's loved one in the Storm gives her reason to abandon the competition altogether, forcing her to make an impossible choice. Torn between duty and freedom, she must learn that clinging to the past, might destroy her future. For fans of Red Queen and the Grishaverse, this desperate fantasy world has elemental magic and tension you could cut with a knife. This novella is also available as part of a bundle (paperback only). The Elements of the Crown includes novellas 1-4 in The Elements of Kamdaria: Ice Crown, Wind Crown, Dust Crown, and Flame Crown. Ice Crown is episode 1 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate More episodes to come...

Ice Crown

A sweeping fae fairy tale retelling filled with adventure, magic, and learning one’s worth. This standalone is an action-packed and heart-warming start to the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. The annual Christmas party was going just fine... until the trolls showed up. Clara is a young woman who is wickedly good at puzzles, but she also has a secret her parents have shamed her into hiding. The weight of that secret has ruined nearly every happy moment in her life. At least this year’s Christmas party gets more interesting once a mysterious stranger shows up. He teaches Clara how to crack nuts, wears a soldier’s uniform she’s never seen, and flashes a smile she’ll never forget. But then a cruel party guest destroys the only gift that matters to Clara. Even worse, trolls appear and try to kill the handsome stranger she only just met. The fight rages into the night. Soon, Clara has to make a choice. She could finally escape her unloving parents and the dreadful life they have planned for her. It would only take a promise to join an even greater conflict in the magical and dangerous realm of Faerie—a land she previously didn’t know existed. If she stays home, her happiness will end forever. If she goes to Faerie, a great adventure awaits her…but it might kill her too. ***Note*** This standalone novella takes place in the same world as the Fae and Crystal Thorns series, but it takes place much earlier. Although it is technically a prequel, it can be read at any time throughout the series.

A FREE Fae Nutcracker Retelling

Nutcracker of Crystalfall

The competition could save her life... But only if she wins. Talise can manipulate the elements with ease. Water, air, earth, and fire all bend to her will. As a citizen of the Storm—a crime-laden land where death is the only constant—her only chance for a better life is to become Master Shaper. A competition for the position takes place at the end of her training years. If she wins, she would live in the palace, work for the emperor, and escape her inevitable death in the Storm. But she’s not the only one with a chance to win. Aaden is another talented student. As a citizen of the Crown, he was born with unlimited privilege and resources. When someone from the Crown wants to win, they do. End of story. And his shaping is unlike anything Talise has ever seen. Complicating matters, Talise’s loved one in the Storm gives her reason to abandon the competition altogether, forcing her to make an impossible choice. Torn between duty and freedom, she must learn that clinging to the past, might destroy her future. This completed epic fantasy series is perfect for those who love royalty, romance, intrigue, and elemental magic. Download Ice Crown to start the series today!

Magical meets deadly in this YA fae fantasy where mortals and fae battle viciously for the same land. Shadow & Crystal Thorns is the 2nd book in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series by Kay L. Moody. Be sure to start with book 1, Flame & Crystal Thorns. War would be easier if she could tell who was right and who was wrong. Chloe remains in Faerie, but she's only supposed to stay long enough to defeat the bloodthirsty mortals who are trying to claim the land for themselves. But now she's not so sure she wants to return to the mortal realm, especially when the devastatingly handsome fae, Quintus, keeps asking her to stay. Even worse, defeating the mortals becomes more difficult by the day while their numbers continuously grow. She also learns exactly why they want the land. As a mortal herself, it's hard to disagree with them. But they can't take Faerie unless they steal it from the fae. Alliances blur when Chloe realizes both sides deserve what they seek. But only one of them can win.

Shadow and Crystal Thorns

Flame Crown

The title of Master Shaper isn't given, it's earned. Let the trials begin. The competition has arrived. Talise is the clear winner before it even starts. But Aaden has a much deeper desire to win than she ever realized. When he sabotages her demonstration, they are both punished. Because of their talent, they are given a chance to earn the title of Master Shaper. But they must prove their honor and skill through a series of trials. In some areas, Talise excels. In others, she is woefully unprepared. The emperor puts great value on wielding a sword and Talise has exactly none of the skill she needs. Of course, Aaden is a natural and easily impresses the emperor. Despite her best efforts to improve, the emperor seems increasingly disappointed in her abilities. The emperor has threatened her with life in the dungeons before. If she doesn't pass the trials, she can only guess what lengths he'll go to in order to keep her out of the way. At every turn, Aaden seems to be the only one who can help her. But she fears that trusting him could lead to far worse consequences... maybe even death. This novella is also available as part of a bundle (paperback only). The Elements of the Crown includes novellas 1-4 in The Elements of Kamdaria: Ice Crown, Wind Crown, Dust Crown, and Flame Crown. Wind Crown is episode 2 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate More episodes to come...

Wind Crown

The battle for the land has only just begun in Curse & Crystal Thorns, the magical and adventurous 4th book in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. The king may be vile but finding him is their only chance to save the court. Chloe embraces Faerie as her home and is more determined than ever to save it from defeat. After discovering and using balance shards to create their own magic, the enemy mortals threaten to take over Crystalfall. Chloe and Quintus must find a way to stop them. Their greatest obstacle is repairing their own broken bond, so that Quintus’s magic can be restored. Being forced to spend time together is difficult when they’re still angry with each other. It doesn’t help that they must find a king, who is not virtuous or kind, but he is still their only hope. Without him, the court will be lost forever. The Court of Crystalfall is made of glittering jewels, and with magic flowing through it once again, it’s more beautiful than ever. But Chloe and Quintus must act quickly to save it, or all will be lost.

Curse and Crystal Thorns

An epic fantasy with a swoon-worthy romance and a conflict that will keep readers on the edges of their seats, Blade & Crystal Thorns is the 3rd book in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. A dagger could save them… if they don’t get stabbed in the back with it first. Chloe and Quintus have just discovered a hidden court inside Faerie. It seems obvious who the new leader should be, especially once they realize how to find the missing crown. A golden and emerald dagger is the key to discovering it, but in the wrong hands, it could ruin them all. When mortals start invading the court, their meddling impedes Chloe and Quintus’s quest for the crown. Even worse, Chloe starts to wonder if she truly agrees with Quintus’s plans for how the new court should be ruled. With a long journey ahead, their differing ideals might finally pull them and the new court apart. This time, for good.

Blade and Crystal Thorns

She vowed she'd never return to Faerie... But vows were made to be broken. As a human girl, Chloe is perfectly happy being back in the mortal realm where she belongs. She's even become the town apothecary. When a fae from her past shows up begging her to return to Faerie, she utterly refuses. But then she finds out an angry group of mortals are using iron to hold an entire castle full of fae hostage. And of course, the hostages include Chloe's older sister and her sister's beloved. Reluctantly, Chloe packs a bag for what is supposed to be a short trip to Faerie. But the mortals are more powerful than she expected. To fuel them, they have weapons, flames, and revenge. They won't stop until they control every court in Faerie. With the help of a new and mysterious magic and a too-handsome-for-his-own-good fae companion, Chloe has to save Faerie before her sister and the other fae are killed. If you like the rich world building of Throne of Glass, the enemies to lovers romance of Once Upon a Broken Heart, and the mythical creatures and twisty plot of The Cruel Prince, then you'll devour Kay L. Moody's breathtaking new young adult epic fantasy series. Flame and Crystal Thorns is the first book in a new YA fae romance series. This is a spin off of The Fae of Bitter Thorn series by Kay L. Moody. It features a few appearances and minor spoilers from The Fae of Bitter Thorn, but it also stands alone as its own series. It can be read without any prior knowledge or reading of The Fae of Bitter Thorn. Buy Flame and Crystal Thorns to enter the magical world of Faerie!

Flame and Crystal Thorns

*Pre-Order Special* She vowed she'd never return to Faerie... But vows were made to be broken. As a human girl, Chloe is perfectly happy being back in the mortal realm where she belongs. She's even become the town apothecary. When a fae from her past shows up begging her to return to Faerie, she utterly refuses. But then she finds out an angry group of mortals are using iron to hold an entire castle full of fae hostage. And of course, the hostages include Chloe's older sister and her sister's beloved. Reluctantly, Chloe packs a bag for what is supposed to be a short trip to Faerie. But the mortals are more powerful than she expected. They have weapons, flames, and revenge to fuel them. They won't stop until they control every court in Faerie. With the help of a new and mysterious magic and a too-handsome-for-his-own-good fae companion, Chloe has to save Faerie before her sister and the other fae are killed. If you like the rich world building of Throne of Glass, the enemies to lovers romance of Once Upon a Broken Heart, and the mythical creatures and twisty plot of The Cruel Prince, then you’ll devour Kay L. Moody’s breathtaking new young adult epic fantasy series. Flame and Crystal Thorns is the first book in a new YA fae romance series. This is a spin off of The Fae of Bitter Thorn series by Kay L. Moody. It features a few appearances and minor spoilers from The Fae of Bitter Thorn, but it also stands alone as its own series. It can be read without any prior knowledge or reading of The Fae of Bitter Thorn. Buy Flame and Crystal Thorns to enter the magical world of Faerie!

Even with great power at Talise's fingertips, this rescue might still be impossible. As she and her friends head toward enemy territory, new obstacles meet them at every turn. Her army is running out of supplies. The nearby citizens won't help if they're already working for the enemy. Even worse, Talise doesn't even have a map of the base she needs to infiltrate. In desperation, she turns to the man who has the power to give them everything they need. Unfortunately, that man is the emperor, who also has the power to imprison her once it's all over. But Talise is determined to do whatever must be done. With the life of her best friend's brother on the line, she'll either rescue the prisoners... or die trying. Ember Gate is episode 8 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate Episode 7: Vine Gate Episode 8: Ember Gate Episode 9: Water Storm Episode 10: Air Storm Episode 11: Earth Storm Episode 12: Fire Storm Or get the bundles that include 4 novellas each The Elements of the Crown (includes novellas 1-4: Ice Crown, Wind Crown, Dust Crown, and Flame Crown) The Elements of the Gate (includes novellas 5-8: River Gate, Smoke Gate, Vine Gate, and Ember Gate) The Elements of the Storm (includes novellas 9-12: Water Storm, Air Storm, Earth Storm, and Fire Storm)

Ember Gate

To win the war, Talise needs help. After improving life in the Storm, the citizens would probably jump at the chance to join Talise against her enemies. But their lives are far from perfect. Food is still scarce and skirmishes between cities still happen weekly. When a storm wreaks havoc on the land, many citizens are left with a horrible illness. Talise's only hope is with the amulet. She must use extreme caution during each training both because of the power it wields and because of the people she trains with. Nothing goes as planned. But with the war getting worse each day, Talise is determined to win. If she can't build a new army with citizens from the Storm... she'll use the amulet. No matter what the cost. Air Storm is episode 10 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate Episode 7: Vine Gate Episode 8: Ember Gate Episode 9: Water Storm Episode 10: Air Storm Episode 11: Earth Storm Episode 12: Fire Storm These books are also available in bundles! Check out the titles below: Episodes 1-4: The Elements of the Crown Episodes 5-8: The Elements of the Gate Episodes 9-12: The Elements of the Storm Scroll up to download Air Storm today!

Air Storm

In the most dangerous part of the empire, Talise's survival has never been in greater jeopardy. And her heart has never been broken so completely. When she discovers something is poisoning the land, the pursuit of it provides ample distraction from her aching heart. But the conflict in Kamdaria is only just beginning. Now she must choose whose side she's really on. Choosing one side could mean treason but choosing the other could mean death. Water Storm is episode 9 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate Episode 7: Vine Gate Episode 8: Ember Gate Episode 9: Water Storm Episode 10: Air Storm Episode 11: Earth Storm Episode 12: Fire Storm Or get the bundles that include 4 novellas each The Elements of the Crown (includes novellas 1-4: Ice Crown, Wind Crown, Dust Crown, and Flame Crown) The Elements of the Gate (includes novellas 5-8: River Gate, Smoke Gate, Vine Gate, and Ember Gate) The Elements of the Storm (includes novellas 9-12: Water Storm, Air Storm, Earth Storm, and Fire Storm)

Water Storm

The people of Kamdaria are angry. The empire is full of unrest. The aristocratic citizens of the Crown are angry at the emperor for lying about their enemy. The middle-class citizens of the Gate are angry at the state of their once great empire. And the poor, desperate citizens of the Storm are beginning to awake after years of oppression. If Talise doesn't gain back their loyalty soon, it might be lost forever. River Gate is episode 5 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate Episode 7: Vine Gate More episodes to come...

River Gate

The trials are over. It's time for the real fight to begin. Talise is thrust into her role as Master Shaper in the most dangerous way possible. With the enemy knocking on the gates of the palace, she must use her shaping to keep them away. But even after the battle, the emperor continues to be unhappy with her progress. The soldiers seem to share his disdain, and they fight against her leadership at every turn. With the deadline of the masquerade ball fast approaching, Talise must decide whose approval matters most: the emperor's or the soldiers'. Despite her decision, one thing is certain. She must prove her potential... before the emperor gets rid of her for good. Dust Crown is episode 3 of The Elements of Kamdaria. Don't miss the other books in this novella series. Episode 1: Ice Crown Episode 2: Wind Crown Episode 3: Dust Crown Episode 4: Flame Crown Episode 5: River Gate Episode 6: Smoke Gate More episodes to come...

Kay L. Moody

About

Books

Join the club