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Feathers so Vicious: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Court of Ravens) by Liv Zander - The Forbidden Chapter
Feathers so Vicious: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Court of Ravens) by Liv ZanderInk Heart Publishing
$28.99
Mate: From the bestselling author of Bride and The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood - The Forbidden Chapter
Mate: From the bestselling author of Bride and The Love Hypothesis by Ali HazelwoodSphere
$24.99
Shadows so Cruel: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Court of Ravens) by Liv Zander - The Forbidden Chapter
Shadows so Cruel: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Court of Ravens) by Liv ZanderInk Heart Publishing
$28.99
City of Smoke and Brimstone: A sweeping romantasy saga of dark magic, dangerous love and the battle between light and chaos by Kayla Edwards
City of Smoke and Brimstone: A sweeping romantasy saga of dark magic, dangerous love and the battle between light and chaos by Kayla EdwardsMichael Joseph
$24.99
Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff - The Forbidden Chapter
Empire of the Vampire by Jay KristoffHarperVoyager
$22.99
His Blue Moon Princess: The Silver City Series: 1 by Jenny Fox - The Forbidden Chapter
His Blue Moon Princess: The Silver City Series: 1 by Jenny FoxSelf-Publisher
$29.00
One Dark Window: SPECIAL EDITION by Rachel Gillig - The Forbidden Chapter
One Dark Window: the gothic and spellbinding million-copy bestseller by Rachel GilligOrbit
$69.99
A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire Special Edition (Volume 2) by Jennifer L. Armentrout
A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire Special Edition (Volume 2) by Jennifer L. ArmentroutBlue Box Press
$39.99
The Crown of Gilded Bones Special Edition (Volume 3) by Jennifer L. Armentrout
The Crown of Gilded Bones Special Edition (Volume 3) by Jennifer L. ArmentroutBlue Box Press
$39.99
A Bond so Fierce and Fragile: The epic, spicy, slow-burn romantasy series continues - perfect for fans of Gild and The Veiled Kingdom! by Sophia St. Germain
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A Bond so Fierce and Fragile: The epic, spicy, slow-burn romantasy series continues - perfect for fans of Gild and The Veiled Kingdom! by Sophia St. GermainHeadline Eternal
$24.99
A Promise so Bold and Broken: Don't miss the epic enemies-to-lovers series that is taking the romantasy world by storm! by Sophia St. Germain
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A Promise so Bold and Broken: Don't miss the epic enemies-to-lovers series that is taking the romantasy world by storm! by Sophia St. GermainHeadline Eternal
$24.99
A Tongue so Sweet and Deadly: Discover your next dark and spicy enemies-to-lovers fae romantasy obsession! by Sophia St. Germain
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A Tongue so Sweet and Deadly: Discover your next dark and spicy enemies-to-lovers fae romantasy obsession! by Sophia St. GermainHeadline Eternal
$24.99
The Jasad Heir: The Egyptian-inspired enemies-to-lovers fantasy and Sunday Times bestseller by Sara Hashem
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The Jasad Heir: The Egyptian-inspired enemies-to-lovers fantasy and Sunday Times bestseller by Sara HashemOrbit
$24.99
Wild Reverence [Special Edition]: The epically romantic, richly imagined new fantasy for 2025 from the No.1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of DIVINE RIVALS by Rebecca Ross
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Wild Reverence [Special Edition]: The epically romantic, richly imagined new fantasy for 2025 from the No.1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of DIVINE RIVALS by Rebecca RossMagpie Books GB
$55.00
Sibylline by Melissa de la Cruz
Sibylline by Melissa de la CruzG.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
$39.99
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The Nanny's Handbook to Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes by Amy Rose BennettAtria Australia
$24.99
City of Lies and Legends: A spellbinding dark fantasy series of danger, devotion and the fight to survive in a divided world by Kayla Edwards
City of Lies and Legends: A spellbinding dark fantasy series of danger, devotion and the fight to survive in a divided world by Kayla EdwardsMichael Joseph
$24.99
City of Souls and Sinners: A breathtaking dark romantasy of forbidden desire, power and magic that could tear their world apart cover image
City of Souls and Sinners: A breathtaking dark romantasy of forbidden desire, power and magic that could tear their world apart by Kayla EdwardsMichael Joseph
$24.99
Love, Blood and Fury: Strings of Fate: Book One by Melissa J Kincaid
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Love, Blood and Fury: Strings of Fate: Book One by Melissa J KincaidLots of Love Creations
$33.00
A Tale of Mirth & Magic by Kristen Vale
A Tale of Mirth & Magic by Kristen ValeForever
$29.99

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The Never List (Deluxe Limited Edition) by Jade PresleyEntangled: Red Tower Books
$60.00
Camera Shy: Special Limited Edition Hardcover (Lessons in Love) by Kay Cove
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Camera Shy: Special Limited Edition Hardcover (Lessons in Love) by Kay CovePage & Vine
$55.00
Wild Reverence [Special Edition]: The epically romantic, richly imagined new fantasy for 2025 from the No.1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of DIVINE RIVALS by Rebecca Ross
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Wild Reverence [Special Edition]: The epically romantic, richly imagined new fantasy for 2025 from the No.1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of DIVINE RIVALS by Rebecca RossMagpie Books GB
$55.00
The Damned (Coven of Bones, 3) by Harper L. Woods
The Damned (Coven of Bones, 3) by Harper L. WoodsBramble
$60.00
The Dark Is Descending (Nytefall Trilogy, 3) by Chloe C. Peñaranda
The Dark Is Descending (Nytefall Trilogy, 3) by Chloe C. PeñarandaBramble
$60.00
Fourth Wing (Wing and Claw Collection) (The Empyrean, 1) by Rebecca Yarros
Fourth Wing (Wing and Claw Collection) (The Empyrean, 1) by Rebecca YarrosEntangled: Red Tower Books
$60.00
Crooked Kingdom Collector's Edition (Six of Crows) by Leigh Bardugo
Crooked Kingdom Collector's Edition (Six of Crows) by Leigh BardugoOrion Children's Books
$49.99
Six Of Crows Collector's Edition Book 1 by Leigh Bardugo
Six Of Crows Collector's Edition Book 1 by Leigh BardugoOrion Children's Books
$49.99
The Things We Leave Unfinished (Signed) by Rebecca Yarros
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The Things We Leave Unfinished (Signed) by Rebecca YarrosEntangled: Amara
$69.00
Electric Monkey Five Survive Collectors Edition.
Five Survive Collectors Edition.The Forbidden Chapter
$34.99
Wounded - Margaux Paris
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Wounded - Margaux ParisThe Forbidden Chapter
$70.00
Flawed (Damaged Hearts) by Mrs Margaux Paris
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Flawed (Damaged Hearts) by Mrs Margaux ParisIndependently published
$65.00
Broken (Damaged Hearts) by Margaux Paris
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Broken (Damaged Hearts) by Margaux ParisIndependently published
$65.00
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Collectors Edition: A stunning new collectors edition of the first book in the bestselling thriller trilogy, soon to be a major TV series! by Holly Jackson
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A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Collectors Edition: A stunning new collectors edition of the first book in the bestselling thriller trilogy, soon to be a major TV series! by Holly JacksonElectric Monkey
$34.99
The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros
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The Last Letter by Rebecca YarrosEntangled: Amara
$60.00
The Night Ends with Fire by K. X. Song
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The Night Ends with Fire by K. X. SongUSD Import
$49.99
Three Shattered Souls (The Broken Blades, 3) by Mai Corland
Three Shattered Souls (The Broken Blades, 3) by Mai CorlandUSD Import
$49.99
Wild Reverence: A Novel by Rebecca Ross
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Wild Reverence: A Novel by Rebecca RossUSD Import
$49.99
Bloodguard by Cecy Robson
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Bloodguard by Cecy RobsonUSD Import
$55.00
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Signed Special Edition Collection

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Role Model Deluxe Limited Edition by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
$26.99
Tough Guy Deluxe Limited Edition cover image
Tough Guy Deluxe Limited Edition by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
$26.99
Heated Rivalry Deluxe Limited Edition/Heated Rivalry/My Dinner With Hayden cover image
Heated Rivalry Deluxe Limited Edition/Heated Rivalry/My Dinner With Hayden by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
$26.99
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Game Changer Deluxe Limited Edition by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
$26.99
The Long Game Deluxe Limited Edition cover image
The Long Game Deluxe Limited Edition by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
$26.99
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Common Goal Deluxe Limited Edition by Rachel ReidEmblaze AU
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Mothers Day Event

What happens when fictional men are put on trial… by the women who love them?

Fictional Men Set My Standard is a seductive, sharp witted and wildly entertaining live event where romance readers, book besties, and real life “book boyfriends” come together to celebrate the men who raised our expectations and... absolutely ruined our tolerance for the bare minimum.

Join The Forbidden Chapter and bestselling international author Monica James for an intimate, high energy evening filled with spicy storytelling, emotional moments, interactive audience voting, live Q&A and unforgettable photo opportunities.

This is a court of romance, chaos, and standards.

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Writers Workshop 2026

Ready to turn your idea into a published book?
The Forbidden Chapter Writers Workshop 2026 is a full day immersive experience designed specifically for new and aspiring authors who are ready to move from “one day” to “launch day.”
This is not just inspiration it’s strategy, structure and real industry insight.
Across the day, you’ll be guided by experienced authors, editors, designers and publishing professionals who will walk you through the complete journey.

Your story deserves to be pub

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Step inside The Forbidden Vault — your exclusive passage into a unique room inspired by 50 shades of grey. Unapologetically addictive where your membership gets you access to;

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Blind Date with a... Book!

Take a chance on the unknown — unwrap a mystery book and let your next unforgettable story choose you.

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Wear your obsession proudly — The Forbidden Pin Collection lets you flaunt your dark, daring, and bookish side in style. Exclusive, Rare and Unique.

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