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enemy of mineA Pike Logan Thriller

Brad Taylor

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❏❏ Promote in conjunction with simultaneous Dutton hardcover, The Polaris Protocol (1/14/14)

❏❏ National print advertising campaign

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❏❏ 18-copy solid floor display with special riser 978-0-451-46789-8 @ $179.82/$197.82 Can.

❏❏ 18-copy mixed floor display with special riser (includes 12 of Enemy of Mine and 3 each of All Necessary Force and One Rough Man) 978-0-451-46790-4 @ $179.82/$197.82 Can.

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❏❏ Third in the electrifying New York Times extended list bestselling Pike Logan series

❏❏ Includes a teaser for Taylor’s simultaneous hardcover, The Polaris Protocol

❏❏ Author websites: bradtaylorbooks.com; facebook.com/bradtaylorbooks

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All Necessary Force 978-0-451-41593-6 @ $9.99/$10.99 Can.One Rough Man 978-0-451-41319-2 @ $9.99/$10.99 Can.

new from The nATionAL BesTseLLing AuThor of all necessary force

“[Taylor is] solidly in the ranks of such authors as Brad Thor and Vince Flynn.” —Publishers Weekly

A tentative peace between Israel and Palestine has been brokered by the United States. But the Taskforce—a clandestine team operating outside of U.S. law and led by Pike Logan—hears of an assassination attempt on the American envoy sent to solidify the treaty. The Taskforce must devote every resource to saving his life—and to preventing another bloody outbreak of violence.

Praise for the Pike Logan thrillers:

“Pike ranks right up there with Jason Bourne, Jack reacher, and Jack Bauer.” —new york Times bestselling author John Lescroart

UPC: 07116200999641993544 pp. • SPINE: 1 6/64”CARTON: 24CATEGORY: NovelRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Charleston, SCBACKGROUND: Dutton Hardcover 978-0-525-95310-4 (1/13)PREVIOUS BOOK: All Necessary Force 978-0-451-41593-6 (1/13)

978-0-451-41993-4 • $9.99/$10.99 Can.

strict on-sale January 7, 2014

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The LAsT mAn on eArTh

Tracy Anne warren

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❏❏ The debut novel in a sexy contemporary romance series set in Manhattan, perfect for fans of Julie James and Rachel Gibson

❏❏ From the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels, including the Princess brides historical romances

❏❏ Author website: tracyannewarren.com; facebook.com/tracyannewarrenauthor

A TAnTALizing new ConTemPorAry romAnCe series from The new york Times BesTseLLing AuThor

“Tracy Anne Warren is brilliant!” —New York Times bestselling author Cathy Maxwell

When two rival ad executives clash over business and power, they find out that sometimes heated rivals in the office make for scorching bed partners behind closed doors...

Praise for Tracy Anne warren and her novels:

“exceptionally entertaining.” —chicago Tribune

“seductively fun.” —fresh fiction

UPC: 07116200799246600352 pp. • SPINE: 58/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Contemporary RomanceRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Abingdon, MDBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK (not in series): The Trouble with Princesses 978-0-451-23971-6 (11/13)

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on sale January 7, 2014

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more ThAn A TouChA snowberry Creek novel

Alexis morgan

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❏❏ Second in the new gentle romance series set in the picturesque Pacific Northwest

❏❏ A downloadable Penguin special novella, A Soldier’s Heart, will be published one month before the release of the first novel in the series, A Time for Home (9/13)

❏❏ Perfect for fans of JoAnn Ross and Robyn Carr

❏❏ Author websites: alexismorgan.com; facebook.com/alexismorganauthor; twitter.com/Alexis_Morgan

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A Time for Home 978-0-451-41771-8 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

reAders wiLL reLish This reTurn To The ChArming Town of snowBerry Creek

Leif Brevik feels completely lost after a war wound takes him out of active duty. So when a buddy asks for help with a house restoration, Leif jumps at the chance. Zoe Phillips is assigned to monitor Leif ’s physical therapy while he’s in town—and she senses that his wounds are more than just physical. As she pushes the handsome soldier to open up, Zoe realizes that having him around is exactly what she needs to heal her own wounded heart...

Praise for the series:

“An emotional roller coaster. i couldn’t put it down!” —new york Times bestselling author susan mallery

UPC: 07116200799241772336 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Contemporary RomanceRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Everett, WABACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK (in series): A Time for Home 978-0-451-41771-8 (9/13)

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The Lone wArrioronce upon a Time in the west

Lori Austin

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❏❏ Third in the sexy RITA Award-nominated series, following An Outlaw in Wonderland (6/13) and Beauty and the Bounty Hunter (10/12)

❏❏ The first book in the series, Beauty and the Bounty Hunter, was selected by Publishers Weekly as a best Summer Read of 2012

❏❏ Under the name Lori Handeland, the author is a USA Today bestseller

❏❏ An excellent choice for readers of Kaki Warner, Joan Johnston, and Linda Lael Miller

❏❏ Author websites: loriaustin.net; facebook.com/loriaustinbooks

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An Outlaw in Wonderland 978-0-451-23952-5 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Beauty and the Bounty Hunter 978-0-451-23827-6 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

Pushing romAnCe To new fronTiers

“A brilliant and talented storyteller who doesn’t disappoint.” —New York Times bestselling author Lorraine Heath

Luke Phelan is the only man who can help Rose Varner find her daughter. Legend has it he was once a prisoner of the Cheyenne, but they eventually accepted him as one of their own. Yet the wild recluse Rose finds seems far from legendary. Regardless, with Luke by her side, Rose will battle outlaws, bounty hunters, and her own rising desires...


“Austin’s finely drawn characters and riveting tension will knock you out of your boots!” —new york Times bestselling author sabrina Jeffries

UPC: 07116200799224232336 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Historical RomanceRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Thiensville, WIBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: An Outlaw in Wonderland 978-0-451-23952-5 (6/13)

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Cursed By desTinyA weird girls novel

Cecy robson

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❏❏ Third in the series, following A Cursed Moon: A Weird Girls Novella (12/13), A Cursed Embrace (7/13), and Sealed With a Curse (12/12)

❏❏ For fans of Patricia briggs and Charlaine Harris

❏❏ Author websites: cecyrobson.com; facebook.com/cecy.robson.author; twitter.com/cecyrobson

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A Cursed Moon 978-0-698-14429-3 @ $2.99/$2.99 Can.A Cursed Embrace 978-0-451-41674-2 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Sealed with a Curse 978-0-451-41673-5 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

The LATesT in A refreshingLy wiTTy urBAn fAnTAsy series

“Engaging paranormal romance with bite!” —Publishers Weekly

Celia Wird and her three sisters are just like other 20-something young women—with one tiny exception: they’re products of a backfired curse that has given each of them unique powers. Celia’s heart is bound to Aric, but he is a pureblood were who must deny her—or risk condemning his species to extinction. And that’s just her love life. She’s also been called to take down a group of demon terrorists looking to overthrow the paranormal world...

UPC: 07116200799241675368 pp. • SPINE: 60/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Urban Fantasy Romance

RIGHTS: W00AUTHOR HOME: Woodinville, WABACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: A Cursed Embrace 978-0-451-41674-2 (7/13)

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The ghouL nexT doorA ghost hunter mystery

Victoria Laurie

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❏❏ The eighth book in the New York Times bestselling mystery series, following What a Ghoul Wants (1/13)

❏❏ Laurie also writes the New York Times extended list bestselling Psychic Eye mystery series

❏❏ Author websites: victorialaurie.com; facebook.com/groups/victorialauriefans; twitter.com/victoria_laurie

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What a Ghoul Wants 978-0-451-23897-9 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Ghoul Interrupted 978-0-451-23550-3 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Ghouls, Ghouls, Ghouls 978-0-451-23197-0 @ $7.99/$9.99 Can.Ghouls Gone Wild 978-0-451-22941-0 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Ghouls Just Haunt to Have Fun 978-0-451-22630-3 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Demons Are a Ghoul’s Best Friend 978-0-451-22341-8 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.What’s A Ghoul to Do? 978-0-451-22090-5 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

The LATesT in The new york Times BesTseLLing ghosT hunTer mysTery series!

“Delightful...Laurie nicely balances goofiness and terror.” —Publishers Weekly

Back home in Boston—on a well-deserved hiatus from the ghoulish grind of their television show, Ghoul Getters—psychic medium M. J. Holliday and her crew of ghost busters have to deal with a case of possession by a sinister spirit.

Praise for the ghost hunter series:

“A maestro of the paranormal whodunit.” —genre go round reviews “A series that combines suspenseful tension with humor, romance, and mystery.” —kings river life magazine

UPC: 07116200799224060352 pp. • SPINE: 58/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: MysteryRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Leander, TXBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: What a Ghoul Wants 978-0-451-23897-9 (1/13)

978-0-451-24060-6 • $7.99/$8.99 Can.



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TAPesTry of LiesA weaving mystery

Carol Ann martin

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❏❏ Second in the sweet cozy mystery series, following Looming Murder (5/13)

❏❏ Fabric and yarn mysteries are some of our most successful, and this one features weaving and loom tips

❏❏ For fans of Amanda Lee and Maggie Sefton

❏❏ Author websites: moniquedomovitch.com; twitter.com/Moniquedomovitc

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Looming Murder 978-0-451-41360-4 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

seCond in This PLeAsingLy “PuzzLing”* series

“Engaging characters...and the promise of romance.” —*Amanda Lee, author of the Embroidery mystery series

Della Wright can’t believe her luck when a celebrity designer walks into her weaving studio with a large custom order. The woman’s latest project is redecorating the mansion of a local politician—and she has designs on the man as well as his home. But when the project is thrown into jeopardy by murder, it’s up to Della to unravel the mystery.

UPC: 07116200799241361336 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: MysteryRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOMES: La Jolla, CA, and Victoria, BCBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: Looming Murder 978-0-451-41360-4 (6/13)

978-0-451-41361-1 • $7.99/$8.99 Can.



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PAws for murderA Pet Boutique mystery

Annie knox

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❏❏ The debut of a new series featuring clothing designer Izzy McHale, her culinary-skilled best friend Rena Hamilton, and Izzy’s crazy but loveable cat and dog

❏❏ For fans of Miranda James’s A Cat in the Stacks mysteries and Rebecca M. Hale’s Cats and Curios mysteries

❏❏ Author websites: facebook.com/AnnieKnoxAuthor; twitter.com/AnnieKnoxAuthor

firsT in A new series feATuring PeT BouTique owner izzy mChALe, her feisTy CAT Jinx, And her doPey dog PACkerIzzy McHale wants her new Trendy Tails Pet Boutique in Merryville, Minnesota, to be the height of canine couture and feline fashions. But at the store’s grand opening, Izzy stumbles across a dead body—and her best friend, Rena, becomes the prime suspect. Izzy is determined to clear Rena’s name, and there’s no time to pause with a conniving killer on the loose!

UPC: 07116200799223950320 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Mystery

RIGHTS: W00AUTHOR HOME: Denton, TXBACKGROUND: Original

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TwisTed hiLLsralph Cotton

Arizona Ranger Sam Burrack poses as an outlaw to stir up the bad blood between two gangs into a war that will leave him the last man standing...

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❏❏ USA Today bestselling author of Lawless Trail (10/13)

❏❏ More than 2.5 million Ralph Cotton books in print

❏❏ Author website: ralphcotton.com

UPC: 07116200699546591304 pp. • SPINE: 50/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Historical NovelRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Spring Hill, FLBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: Lawless Trail 978-0-451-24023-1 (10/13)

978-0-451-46591-7 • $6.99/$7.99 Can.

siLVer CiTy mAssACreCharles g. west

Ex-Confederate soldiers Joel McAllister and Riley Tarver head to Silver City, Idaho, to make their fortune—only to run afoul of Comanche warriors...

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❏❏ Author of Mark of the Hunter (10/13), Long Road to Cheyenne (7/13), and Way of the Gun (3/13)

❏❏ Author website: charlesgwest.com

UPC: 07116200699546656304 pp. • SPINE: 50/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Historical NovelRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Ocala, FLBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: Mark of the Hunter 978-0-451-41990-3 (10/13)


The TrAiLsmAn #387Apache Vendetta

Jon sharpeSkye Fargo’s old friend Red Knife wants his help tracking down the white men who killed and raped his daughter...

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❏❏ #387 in the long-running series

❏❏ More than 13 million copies of the Trailsman books in print

UPC: 07116200699546601176 pp. • SPINE: 30/64”CARTON: 96CATEGORY: WesternRIGHTS: W00

BACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: The Trailsman #386: Nevada Vipers’ Nest 978-0-451-46550-4 (12/13)

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The CounTessCatherine Coulter

400 pp. • SPINE: 1 4/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Historical RomanceRIGHTS: W00AUTHOR HOME: Northern CaliforniaBACKGROUND: Reissue

978-0-451-19850-1 • $7.99/$9.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ #1 New York Times bestselling author

❏❏ Author websites: catherinecoulter.com; facebook.com/CatherineCoulterbooks; twitter.com/catherincoulter

Catherine Coulter’s very first novel about a woman who makes the wrong choice for a husband and may not live to marry the man of her dreams...

The #1 new york Times BesTseLLing AuThor’s firsT noVeL—A goThiC regenCy romAnCe

Praise for Catherine Coulter:“Ms. Coulter is a one-of-a-kind author who knows how to hook her readers and keep them coming back for more.” —Best Reviews ChrisTine

stephen king

528 pp. • SPINE: 1 4/64”CARTON: 24CATEGORY: NovelRIGHTS: E00AUTHOR HOME: Bangor, MEBACKGROUND: Reissue

978-0-451-16044-7 • $8.99/$9.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ #1 New York Times bestselling author

❏❏ The inspiration for 1983’s hit movie

❏❏ King’s audience is still huge; his most recent novel, 11/26/63, was a #1 New York Times bestseller

❏❏ Author website: stephenking.com; facebook.com/OfficialStephenKing

It was love at first sight. From the moment seventeen-year-old Arnie Cunningham saw Christine, he knew he would do anything to possess her. But Christine is no lady. She is Stephen King’s ultimate evil vehicle of terror.

heLL on wheeLs...

“Breathtaking...carries such momentum the reader must force himself to slow down.” —New York Times Book Review“Dazzlingly well-written.” —Indianapolis Star


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CAPTAins CourAgeousrudyard kipling

UPC: 07116200395646565224 pp. • SPINE: 36/64”CARTON: 96CATEGORY: ClassicsRIGHTS: DWBACKGROUND: Revised and Repackaged Reissue 978-0-451-52949-7 (9/04)

978-0-451-46565-8 • $3.95/$4.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ Kipling’s immortal adventure story in a new package

❏❏ Features an Introduction by Professor Marilyn Sides and a new Afterword

The pampered son of an American billionaire is saved from drowning by a New England fishing schooner and forced to prove his worth in the only way the captain and crew will accept: by mastering the skills he’ll need to survive.

An ePiC Coming-of-Age TALe on The high seAs

Praise for Rudyard Kipling:“The most complete man of genius I have ever known.” —Henry James“[He] commanded more respect than any citizen other than heads of state.” —Mark Twain

iT CAn’T hAPPen here

sinclair Lewis

UPC: 07116200999646564416 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: ClassicsRIGHTS: E00BACKGROUND: Revised and Repackaged Reissue 978-0-451-52929-9 (3/05)

978-0-451-46564-1 • $9.99/$10.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ A uniquely important American novel and a timely look at the rise of right-wing America—now in a beautiful new package

❏❏ Lewis won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1930 and was the first American to receive the award

❏❏ Features an Introduction by distinguished scholar Michael Meyer and a new Afterword by Gary Scharnhorst, Distinguished Professor Emeritas of English

In this groundbreaking work of fiction, Sinclair Lewis explores how facism could take hold in America through the story of a newspaper editor who wins a presidential election and turns the United States into a totalitarian state.

A shoCking noVeL ABouT fACism in The u.s.

“Not only [Lewis’s] most important book but one of the most important books ever produced in this country.” —The New Yorker“Written at white heat.” —The Chicago Tribune


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mAnsfieLd PArk200th Anniversary edition

Jane Austen

UPC: 07116200495353111416 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: ClassicsRIGHTS: DWBACKGROUND: Reissue

978-0-451-53111-7 • $4.95/$5.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ A special edition celebrating 200 years since the novel’s original publication

❏❏ Includes an Introduction by novelist Margaret Drabble and an Afterword by New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn

Mansfield Park, the first novel that marks Jane Austen’s maturity as an author, turns an unerring eye on the concerns of English society at a time of great upheaval.

A sPeCiAL 200Th AnniVersAry ediTion of AusTen’s BriLLiAnT noVeL

“Never did any novelist make more use of an impeccable sense of human values.” —Virginia Woolf

why we CAn’T wAiT

dr. martin Luther king, Jr.

UPC: 07116200999652753240 pp. • SPINE: 30/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: ClassicsRIGHTS: E00BACKGROUND: Reissue

978-0-451-52753-0 • $9.99/$10.99 Can.SALES POINTS

❏❏ Releasing in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

❏❏ Includes an Afterword by Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr.

❏❏ Traces the Civil Rights movement from its origins three centuries ago into the work that still needs to be done to obtain full equality for all

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., offers an eloquent and penetrating analysis of the events and pressures that propelled the Civil Rights movement from lunch counter sit-ins to the forefront of the American conciousness.

A BeAuTifuL reissue of dr. king’s CLAssiC work

“Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” —Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.


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BLACk ArTsA Jane yellowrock novel

faith hunter

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❏❏ Promote at conventions throughout the year

❏❏ Print advertising in fantasy publications



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❏❏ Seventh in the USA Today bestselling series, following Blood Trade (4/13)

❏❏ InterMix will publish The Jane Yellowrock World Companion (12/13), which will contain a teaser

❏❏ For readers of Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, and Charlaine Harris

❏❏ Author website: faithhunter.net; facebook.com/official.faith.hunter

The LATesT noVeL in The Usa Today BesTseLLing JAne yeLLowroCk series feATuring...

“The best urban fantasy heroine around.” —Night Owl ReviewsJane is ready to do whatever it takes to find her missing best friend Molly. Her desperate search leads her deep into a web of black magic and betrayal—into the dark history between vampires and witches. But the closer she draws to Molly, the closer she comes to a new enemy—one who is stranger and more powerful than any she has ever faced.


“Jane yellowrock is smart, sexy, and ruthless.” —new york Times bestselling author kim harrison

UPC: 09976900799346524336 pp. • SPINE: 54/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Fantasy RIGHTS: E00

AUTHOR HOME: Charlotte, NCBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK (in series): Blood Trade 978-0-451-46506-1 (4/13)

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The Jane yellowrock novelsJane Yellowrock, a shapeshifting skinwalker with the soul of a mountain lion, used to hunt vampires. Now she works for them.

❏❏ Blood Trade 978-0-451-46506-1 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

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The rogue mage novelsIn a near-future world, seraphs and demons fight a never-ending battle. But a new species of mage has arisen...

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iron nighTA generation V novel

m.L. Brennan

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❏❏ Second in the series following Generation V (5/13)

❏❏ Adventurous and a little bit romantic, Iron Night will appeal to urban fantasy and romance fans alike

❏❏ Author website: mlbrennan.com; twitter.com/brennanML

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Generation V 978-0-451-41840-1 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.

VAmPire sLACker forTiTude sCoTT is BACk in This fresh And edgy urBAn fAnTAsy series

“A creative and original vampire mythos.” —New York Times bestselling author Karen Chance

When underachieving film theory graduate and vampire Fortitude Scott sets out to find whoever (or whatever) murdered his roommate, he winds up on the trail of a creature that scares even his sociopathic family—and that puts them all in deadly peril.

Praise for Generation V:

“A fun, fast-paced romp of a story that kept me glued to the pages to the very last word. Loved it!” —national bestselling author devon monk

UPC: 09976900799341841320 pp. • SPINE: 52/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: Fantasy

RIGHTS: W00AUTHOR HOME: Hartford, CTBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK: Generation V 978-0-451-41840-1 (5/13)

978-0-451-41841-8 • $7.99/$8.99 Can.


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The dog in The dArkA novel of the noble dead

Barb & J. C. hendee

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❏❏ Promote in conjunction with simultaneous Roc hardcover, Wind in the Night



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❏❏ The beloved heroes of the Noble Dead series, continue their adventures in the newest installment of the series

❏❏ Child of a Dead God (1/08) hit the New York Times extended bestseller list

❏❏ Author websites: nobledead.com; facebook.com/The.Noble.Dead; twitter.com/NobleDeadOrg

The LATesT in The nATionAL BesTseLLing noBLe deAd sAgA

“Stands at the highest levels of fantasy lore.” —BSCReview

Magiere, Leesil, and elven dog Chap are continuing their quest to find the powerful orb of Air. But they are not alone. Aging elven assassin Brot’an has forced his company on them while also offering his protection. Chap doesn’t believe his ruse, however. And the truth may cost the entire party their lives—and their very souls.

Praise for the noble dead series:

“The hendees excel at delivering action and intrigue.” —rT Book reviews

UPC: 09976900799341683480 pp. • SPINE: 1 14/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: FantasyRIGHTS: W00AUTHORS’ HOME: McMinnville, OR

BACKGROUND: Roc Hardcover 978-0-451-46493-4 (1/13)PREVIOUS BOOK (in series): Between Their Worlds 978-0-451-46472-9 (1/13)

978-0-451-41683-4 • $7.99/$8.99 Can.


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fury of The demondiana rowland

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❏❏ The sixth book in Diana Rowland’s Kara Gillian series, following Touch of the Demon (1/13)

❏❏ Paranormal fantasy packed with guns, sex, arcane power, and deals with devils

❏❏ Perfect for fans of Nalini Singh and Patricia briggs

❏❏ Author websites: dianarowland.com; facebook.com/DianaRowlandFans; twitter.com/dianarowland

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Touch of the Demon 978-0-7564-0775-9 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Sins of the Demon 978-0-7564-0705-6 @ $7.99/$8.99 Can.Secrets of the Demon 978-0-7564-0652-3 @ $7.99/$9.99 Can.

newesT in The “nifTy ComBinATion of PoLiCe ProCedurAL And urBAn fAnTAsy”* demon series

Louisiana homicide detective and demon summoner Kara Gillian has returned to Earth to search for a kidnapped summoner protégé. With the help of two FBI friends and a brilliant young computer expert, she soon discovers that an old homicide case may hold the key to her success—or to her doom.


“heartbreaking, terrifying, and utterly thrilling!” —rT Book reviews

“Top-notch in the genre. gritty and dark, this is really good reading.” —felicia day

*Charlaine harris

UPC: 0711250079910830416 pp. • SPINE: 1 4/64CARTON: 48CATEGORY: FantasyRIGHTS: W00

AUTHOR HOME: Mandeville, LABACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK (in series): Touch of the Demon 978-0-7564-0775-9 (1/13)

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The Broken drAgon

Children of the dragon nimbus #2

irene radford

UPC: 0711250079910915320 pp. • SPINE: 1 16/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: FantasyRIGHTS: W00AUTHOR HOME: Welches, ORBACKGROUND: OriginalPREVIOUS BOOK (in series): The Silent Dragon 978-0-7564-0794-0 (2/13)

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❏❏ Second in the Children of the Dragon Nimbus trilogy, following The Silent Dragon (2/13)

❏❏ A great read for fans of Glenda Larke, Mercedes Lackey, Katharine Kerr, Tanya Huff, and Rachel Neumeier

❏❏ A thrillling tale set in Radford’s most popular universe

❏❏ Author website: ireneradford.com

Twin sisters Lillian and Valeria have never felt complete without each other, but when they are separated by a dangerous, magical storm created by a rogue sorcerer, their strengths —and their weaknesses—are put to the test.

The seCond Book in The new draGon nimBUs TriLogy

Praise for the series:“A magical, captivating adventure that was hard to put down.” —Night Owl Reviews“An engaging political fantasy.” —Midwest Review

BATTLeThe house war: Book five

michelle west

UPC: 0711250089990851752 pp. • SPINE: 1 16/64”CARTON: 48CATEGORY: FantasyRIGHTS: E00AUTHOR HOME: Toronto, CanadaBACKGROUND: DAW Hardcover 978-0-7564-0795-7 (1/13)PREVIOUS BOOK (in mass market): Skirmish 978-0-7564-0777-3 (1/13)

978-0-7564-0851-0 • $8.99/$9.99 Can.

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❏❏ The fifth book in the House War series, following Skirmish (12/12)

❏❏ West is a two-time nominee for the Campbell Award and writes a column for The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction

❏❏ Author websites: michellesagara.com; msagarawest.wordpress.com; facebook.com/michelle.sagara; twitter.com/msagara

Jewel ATerafin has become the target of assassins and a demon beyond her ability to defeat. No place within Averalaan remains safe—now that elemental forces are changing the very structure of the city, the old ways are opening to release wild magic, and former enemies, uneasy allies, and longtime comrades are called into question...

The “suPerBLy deTAiLed”* fifTh noVeL in The hoUse war series

Praise for the series:“West pulls no punches as she hooks readers in with her bold and descriptive narrative.” —Quill & Quire *Examiner


new york Times bestselling author

Catherine Anderson

walking on airA Valance family novel

“Emotional and heart-felt, [Anderson’s] stories make you believe

in the power of love.” —#1 New York Times bestselling

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